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Mid Century Modern Eames DSS Chairs - Set of 8
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pleased to offer a great collection of 8 Mid Century Modern Herman Miller Eames DSS stacking chairs in elephant hide grey. These chairs are in fantastic vintage condition with no chi...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century High Back Aluminum Group Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Ask for custom shipping quote For sale are these authentic Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group chairs in premium plush black leather with high-backs. An icon of Mid Century Moder...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Wassily Style Leather Chair in the Manner of Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, comfortable Wassily style lounge chair from France featuring bands of stitched leather attached to a seamless tubular chrome frame, inspired by Marcel Breuer’s original desig...
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20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chromed Black Leather T Chairs, Katavolos, Kelley, Littell, Laverne
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-century chromed black leather T chairs, Katavolos, Kelley, Littell, Laverne. Eight model T chairs, with chromed and enamelled steel frame with support seats in black leather. V...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Knoll Spoleto Chairs 1970s Set of 4
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Knoll Spoleto chairs. Marcel Breuer designed the B33 chair in 1927, it is based on the cantilever principle (cantilevered), in the same spirit as the famous B3 chair or “Wassily chai...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Les Arcs Black Stained Chairs Chosen by Charlotte Perriand, 1960s, Set of Four
By Charlotte Perriand, DalVera
Located in Markington, GB
unusual set of 4 black stained leather chairs, designed / chosen by Charlotte Perriand for and used in the Ski Resort Les Arcs, circa 1960. These chairs were commissioned to be mad...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 6 Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Absolutely stunning set of six square chrome tubular dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Set consists of four high back side chairs and two low arm chairs. The chairs u...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century set of "Tulu" Chairs by Kazhuide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy '68
By Kazuhide Takahama, Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Sacile, PN
Set of four "Tulu" chairs by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina Studio Simon, 1968. This set is for the first series because is without the crossbar on the front of the seat. New foa...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Pair of Italian Design Armchairs
Located in Praha, CZ
- original upholstery in good condition with some signs of use - Chrome plated legs in good original conditions
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Pair of Italian Design Armchairs
1970s Pair of Italian Design Armchairs
H 27.17 in W 27.17 in D 30.32 in
Vintage German Bauhaus Icon Black Leather & Chrome S33 Chair by Mart Stam, 1960s
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This S33 chair by Mart Stam is a design icon from 1926. It was produced by the German Thonet manufactory. Our piece comes from the 1960s. It is the first cantilever chair in the hist...
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Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Navy Velvet, Chrome Tubular Legs
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
Montage has been restoring Saarinen Executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a stunning Italian V...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Caprice Dining / Side Chairs by Philippe Starck for Cassina
By Cassina, Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of modernist chairs with a retro / space age feel. This model is called the Caprice chair, they were designed by Philippe Starck in 2007 and made in Italy by Cassina....
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Early 2000s Italian Space Age Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Six Stamped S33 Mart Stam 1-06G Marcel Breuer Leather Armchairs Made in Italy
By Mart Stam
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this set of six fully stamped, original Mart Stam 1-06G, Marcel Breuer S33 armchairs in brown leather circa 1980’s I have another single of thes...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Single Eames Aluminium Group Chair by Vitra, 1980s
By Jean-Pierre Vitrac, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in London, GB
Single Eames aluminium group chair by Vitra, 1980s.
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Late 20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1970s Jazz Art Deco Revival Chrome and Leather Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the charm of the 1970s Art Deco revival with this authentic chair produced by Jazz, a company renowned for its successful fusion of styles reminiscent of the iconic Donald...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Barcelona Chairs After Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of Mid-Century Modern Barcelona chairs made in the manner and style of Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll. The chairs feature tufted leather seat cushions with a desirabl...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Italian Aluminum Lounge Chair & Ottoman- Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W36.5 D33 H35 SW23 SD23 SH15 AH20 Ottoman W25 D25 H13.5 Italian Aluminum Lounge chair and ottoman with bent wood arms, newly upholstered. Item is very light weight but structurally...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian Chairs in Fabric and Chrome by Giovanni Carini for Planula
By Planula, Giovanni Carini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stylish Italian Libellula chairs in fabric and chromed steel by Giovanni Carini for Planula 1970s. Good conditions.  
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Mid Century Cantilevered Chrome Dining Arm Chairs Style of Mart Stam
By Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of matching 6 mid century cantilevered dining arm chairs In the style of Mart Stam chrome and faux black leather. All original mid century chrome seamless cantilever frames. All ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of Carlo Bartoli Black Leather Cantilever Chairs
By Carlo Bartoli
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian set of four carlo bartoli black leather and chrome cantilever chairs model "920" from the beginning of 1970s The chairs are in really good vintage conditi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Jazz Art Deco Revival Chrome and Leather Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with this exceptional pair of Art Deco revival chairs, a tangible testament to the glamorous 1970s aesthetic reimagined by the iconic company, Jazz. Jazz, a highly...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Chairs

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Chrome

M2L Miss Chair in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
Armchair padded arms shell & arms upholstered in Trevi A 3000 # 3623 Frame: black powder coat
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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Chrome

M2L Miss Chair in STOCK
M2L Miss Chair in STOCK
H 32.28 in W 20.86 in D 22.44 in
Very Rare Tubular Steel Bauhaus Chrome Chair, 1930s
By Rudolf Vichr
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930, Czechoslovakia - Maker: Rudolf Vichr, Prague - Original condition - Original red iron yarn, fabric /eisengarn - All screws original - Suitable for collectors - Publicat...
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Chrome

A Pair of 1188 'Thin Line' Armchairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of midcentury modern 1188 '"Thin Line' armchairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Designed in 1970’s, these chairs feature Baughman’s signature style; thin, airy, squared o...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Minimalist Italian Chrome & Black Leather Canasta Chair from Arrben
By Arrben
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This minimalist and elegant Canasta chair was manufactured by the Italian Arrben manufacture during the 1970s. The base is a chrome-plated structure made of steel tubes. The seat and...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chairs

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Chrome

Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll with original upholstery, mint 1970's
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll International, 1978 Two available, price is per chair. With original blue upholstery. Manufacturer's label dated 1978. New internal foam...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Willy Rizzo Peccary Leather SQ Chairs with Stainless Steel Structure, circa 1970
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Experience the iconic design of Willy Rizzo with this exceptional pair of SQ chairs. Crafted in 1970, these chairs boast a striking stainless steel structure that exudes contemporary...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Uli Chairs by David Xavier for NY Forms, 1970s
By Ny Form
Located in toronto, CA
Prod. Ny Form 1970 Ny Form Collections Bologna The Ny Form was conceived in Rome in 1959, and opened in Bologna in 62.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Iconic Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Flat Bar Chair in Black Suede
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
These are a vintage pair of the iconic BRNO chair (model 255) designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. The flat bar frame is polished chrome (plated), and the seat is black suede ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Set of Six Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, 1967
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously crafted in 1967 by Fritz Hansen, now beautifully reimagined with new upholstery in black elegance leather. These ...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Leather + Chrome Dining Chairs 1960s Bologna set of 2
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in toronto, CA
Chrome and leather Italian 1970s chairs Excellent Condition.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Stendig Co., Marcel Breuer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern brown leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Dark Brown full leather. This vintage Pair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Postmodern Italian Leather and Polished Chrome Accent Sling Chairs
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Basel, BS
Gorgeous pair of Italian soft leather and polished chrome accent chairs in the style of Giotto Stoppino. If you would like to purchase an individual chair, message us to arrange. D...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Chairs in Chrome and Black Linen 1970
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 4 chairs from Italy Cantilevered chrome tubular structure, wooden shell forming seat and backrest covered with black linen Some lack of chrome on the structure Nice patina.
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Late 20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Chairs in Chrome and Black Linen 1970
Set of 4 Chairs in Chrome and Black Linen 1970
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 19.3 in
Pair of Black and Transparent Plia Chairs Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli Italy
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of "Plia" folding chair in transparent lucite and black frame (very rare and beautiful). This fantastic chair was designed by (original and signed) Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome, Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Bar Stools
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair available only. Fully adjustable in height from 30.5, 28.5, 26.5 and 24.5 seat heights. Swiveling freely bar stools are in amazing condition. Almost no wear. Made by the Admiral...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Cidue Set of Four Dining Chairs in Dark Brown Leather and Chrome
By Cidue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, set of four chairs, chrome, leather, Italy 1970s. Cantilevered dining room chairs with chromed flat tubular steel frame. The seating and back are from thick dark brown colore...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Black Leather Stiletto Chairs by Arrben with Dark Chrome Frame
By Arrben
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Four Stiletto chairs by Arrben made in Italy 1960s. The chairs are made of thick black leather and a dark chrome finish, all in good vintage condition. Dimensions: 23"W x 22"D x 3...
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20th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage MR10/S533L Cantilever chair by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich
Located in Tucson, AZ
This graceful, elegant, and beautifully proportioned "MR10" chair, developed from a 1924 design for a cantilevered chair by Mart Stam, was introduced by Mies van der Rohe at the 1927...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chair. This shapely midcentury swivel chair has been newly upholstered in a beautiful steel blue mohair fabric. Comfortable and stunnin...
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Dutch 1970s Leather and Chrome Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Dutch midcentury coffee table chairs with sleek chrome framework and original black leather upholstery. Handsome yet modern with relaxed silhouette and beautiful stitched acc...
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chromcraft Sculpta Mid-Century Star Trek Chairs, Pair
By Chromcraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Chromcraft sculpta mid-century star trek chairs - pair. These chairs measure: 22 wide x 25 deep x 37.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches. ?All pieces of furniture ca...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Brno Tubular Armchair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in London, Lambeth
A design icon Designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe in 1930 this Knoll armchair has a frame made from tubular polished chrome. Ingeniously, there are no visible connections betwee...
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pr. Mid-Century Modern Cube Form Lounge Chairs by Patrician After Baughman
By Patrician Furniture Co, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of black and chrome cube form lounge chairs, by the Patrician Furniture Company circa 1970's. The chairs feature angular chrome legs, with a cube form seat, of black vinyl ...
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Black Leather & Chrome Armchair, 1970-80's Two Available
Located in Austin, TX
European classic modern armchair in black leather and tubular chrome. Comfortable with generous scale and slight bounce as a result of the cantilevered design. 1970-80's. Two avail...
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Snake Chair, Chrome, Leather Extreme Black, Leather Upholstery, Visible Tubes
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The PH Snake Chairs flowing lines within its steel tube design are inspired by the strong yet flexible body of a snake. It is multi-use and fits any room at home, in the apartment, i...
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of swivel chairs with metal base. Bucket seats with swivel action. Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
H 28 in W 25.88 in D 25.25 in
Midcentury Merrow Associates Chrome Dining Chairs by Richard Young, c.1970
By Merrow Associates, Richard Young
Located in Surrey, GB
A set of four midcentury Merrow Associates chrome and black velvet dining chairs designed by Richard Young in the 1970s. Marks to upholstery, some damage to chrome. Dimensions: 46...
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of six clean line Italian chairs. The chromed metal structure holds the seat and back, made of Lucite. Comes with seat cushions.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Chrome Tub Chairs made by Thayer Coggin - Style of Milo Baughman, a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Oooh!!!! These chairs are it. The chrome is in excellent condition for being 50 years old. They are actually comfortable and usable as is (original upholstery). The perfect size for ...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Black Leather and Chrome Safari Chair by Johanson Design, Markaryd
By Johanson Design
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor sign of use - Height of seat 41 cm.
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern French Wood, Chromed Metal and Black Leather Bar Stool, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing barstool in wood, chromed metal and black leather with footrest. This fantastic item was designed in France during the 1930s. The piece is fantastic because of the mix of ...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Stools

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Metal, Chrome

Cidue Dining Chairs Designed by Willy Rizzo Set of 4 Chrome and Black Leather
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vis, NL
For your consideration a set of 4 chairs designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Cidue. Original leather. No repairs or damages on the structure. Made in Italy.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Brown Saddle Leather Bar Stool by DalVera 1960s
By DalVera
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern brown saddle leather bar stool by DalVera, 60s. French Mid-Century Modern bar stool designed and produced by DalVera for the ski resort “Les Arcs” in France in ...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Vintage Black 4455 Dining Chairs by Niko Kralj, Set of 2
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
- Legendary chair from MOMA exhibited Niko Kralj. - 3 Sets of 2 available, 6 items in total. - Good overall vintage condition. - Packed with love and care.
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Vintage 1980s Slovenian Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern French Set of Four Chrome Chairs Covered with Zebra Fabric
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French set of four chrome dining room chairs covered with its original zebra fabric. 1970s The set is in really good vintage conditions with a beautiful patina du...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Machine Age Sling Chair by McKay Craft Furniture Company
By John McKay, McKay Furniture Corp.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco, Machine Age sling seat lounge chair having elegant chrome and black arms on a blacked steel spring base. The chair is in overall very good condition, the chrome is b...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Postmodern "Cassiopea" Leather Armchair by Gae Aulenti for Elam, Italy, 1976
By Elam, Gae Aulenti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1976. This is the model Cassiopea, designed by Gae Aulenti for Elam, Meda. These chairs feature a chromed tubular steel structure and leather seat and back-rest. They ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

60s 70s Steel Suede Vintage Chair Giovanni Carini Planula Libellula
By Giovanni Carini
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Steel suede vintage chair Giovanni Carini Planula Libellula. Object: armchair Manufacturer: Planula Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: 48cm x...
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Vintage 1970s European Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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Black Chrome Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of black chrome chairs available for sale. We have 446 antique and vintage black chrome chairs in-stock, while there are 16 modern editions to choose from as well. Black chrome chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of black chrome chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern black chrome chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made black chrome chairs over the years, but those made by Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Black Chrome Chairs?

Prices for black chrome chairs start at $159 and top out at $29,585 with the average selling for $2,800.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Black Chrome Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.