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Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Faux Rosewood Laminate Swivel Barstool Chair
Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Faux Rosewood Laminate Swivel Barstool Chair

Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Faux Rosewood Laminate Swivel Barstool Chair

By Daystrom Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Faux Rosewood Laminate Swivel Barstool Chair with...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Laminate

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Metal Swivel Club Chairs - Pair
Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Metal Swivel Club Chairs - Pair

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Metal Swivel Club Chairs - Pair

By Homecrest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Wrought Iron Metal Swivel Club Chairs - a Pair.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Leather Swivel Arm Chair
Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Leather Swivel Arm Chair

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Leather Swivel Arm Chair

Located in Atlanta, GA

Handsome vintage swivel armchair from Sweden, c. 1960. Newly restored and reupholstered in high quality taupe leather. Tub style rounded chair on a swivel chrome base. Enjoy the b...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Swivel Chairs by Arthur Umanoff
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Swivel Chairs by Arthur Umanoff

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Swivel Chairs by Arthur Umanoff

By Madison Furniture, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a swanky pair of swivel chairs by Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture. These chairs have been completely restored with new upholstery, refinished walnut arms and fresh satin...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Black Swivel Chairs
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Black Swivel Chairs

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Black Swivel Chairs

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This pair of modernist swivel armchairs was manufactured in Sweden during the 1970s. The armchairs are upholstered in black synthetic leather and have a swivel metal base. The bucket...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Lucite Swivel Chair
Vintage Lucite Swivel Chair

Vintage Lucite Swivel Chair

Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL

Molded lucite swivel chair on an aluminum base featuring hemp upholstered cushion. Dimensions: 21" D x 27.5" W x 31" H  Seat Height: 15" Seat Depth: 18"   Lucite frame  Swivel  Pa...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair

Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage suede "cloud" chair designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1970s. This beautiful chair is wrapped by a padded edge, making it look even more like a cloud. The chair also c...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Suede, Fabric

Mid Century Caramel Leather and Beech Swivel Chairs, Baseball Glove Stitching
Mid Century Caramel Leather and Beech Swivel Chairs, Baseball Glove Stitching

Mid Century Caramel Leather and Beech Swivel Chairs, Baseball Glove Stitching

By Svend Skipper

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage 1970’s Caramel Leather and Beech Wood Swivel Lounge Chair Pair. Cowboy/Baseball glove leather stitching details around arms and edges of seat cushions, leather loop tufting o...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage Boho Preview Swivel Chair
Vintage Boho Preview Swivel Chair

Vintage Boho Preview Swivel Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage boho Preview swivel chair combines mid-century design with bohemian flair.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Black Leather Swivel Chairs
Pair of Vintage Black Leather Swivel Chairs

Pair of Vintage Black Leather Swivel Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sleek and comfortable pair of lounge chairs upholstered in smooth black leather. Featuring a swivel base and clean, modern lines, these chairs offer both style and functionality—perf...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Danish Vintage Beech Wood Hand Carved Geometrical Swivel Chairs
20th Century Danish Vintage Beech Wood Hand Carved Geometrical Swivel Chairs

20th Century Danish Vintage Beech Wood Hand Carved Geometrical Swivel Chairs

Located in Sofia, BG

20th Century Danish vintage swivel chairs hand carved of beech wood with square seats. Very good original condition with no restorations made.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Swivel Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Channeled Back Swivel Lounge Chair
Vintage Channeled Back Swivel Lounge Chair

Vintage Channeled Back Swivel Lounge Chair

Located in North York, ON

Vintage Channeled back Swivel lounge chair. America, circa 1970’s.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair
Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair

Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair

By Henry Ehlers

Located in London, GB

A smart, stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather and chrome swivel desk chair. This was made in Germany by Ehlers, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is of very high qual...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair
Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair

Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage swivel chair not adjustable in height with star-shaped base. Ideal in the office to receive your clients! Original leather covering in good aesthetic condition, iron structur...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Michael Wolk Swivel Chairs- a pair
Vintage Michael Wolk Swivel Chairs- a pair

Vintage Michael Wolk Swivel Chairs- a pair

By Michael Wolk

Located in Roanoke, VA

Iconic “Miami” swivel chairs designed by Michael Wolk. Sculptural, comfortable, and so chic.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Textile

Vintage Boho Harvey Probber Swivel Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Boho Harvey Probber Swivel Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Boho Harvey Probber Swivel Chairs - A Pair

By Harvey Probber

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your living space with this exceptional pair of Vintage Boho swivel chairs, designed by the iconic Harvey Probber.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Pair of Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs
Vintage Pair of Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs

Vintage Pair of Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Roanoke, VA

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chairs in textured leopard upholstery with fabric-wrapped bases. Chairs are very comfortable and swivel nicely, heavy and and g...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Textile

Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges
Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges

Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Raleigh, NC

Vintage swivel lounges designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, circa 1970s. We are offering 18 of these lounges to be reupholstered in your choice of fabric- per the listing...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Vintage Modern Velvet and Brass Swivel Club Chairs, Pair
Vintage Modern Velvet and Brass Swivel Club Chairs, Pair

Vintage Modern Velvet and Brass Swivel Club Chairs, Pair

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning pair of swivel lounge chairs, recently recovered in a gold colored velvet. Features clean modern lines, barrel backs with the uppers raised on swivelling brass trimmed plint...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs in Beige Bouclé, 1980s
Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs in Beige Bouclé, 1980s

Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs in Beige Bouclé, 1980s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

With their soft, sculptural silhouette and glamour, this pair of vintage swivel lounge chairs captures the effortless elegance of late 20th-century American design. Crafted in the Un...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Burke Tulip Swivel Armchairs No 116 White Shell Black Cushions Set of 4
Vintage Burke Tulip Swivel Armchairs No 116 White Shell Black Cushions Set of 4

Vintage Burke Tulip Swivel Armchairs No 116 White Shell Black Cushions Set of 4

By Maurice Burke, Burke, Inc.

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern Tulip Swivel No. 116 Armchairs by Burke comprised of a white fiberglass armed shell or frame, white painted metal shaft, 4 prong fiberglas...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

1970's Pair of Vintage Swivel Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970's Pair of Vintage Swivel Armchairs, Czechoslovakia

1970's Pair of Vintage Swivel Armchairs, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- New upholstery. - Measures: height of seat 41 cm.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Vintage Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

Vintage Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of glamorous 1970s velvet swivel lounge chairs. Clean modern lines combine with classic leather to give these barrel chairs a timeless look and the gleaming brass swivel bases b...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

1970s Vintage Leather Swivel Armchair with Footrest by Göte Möbler
1970s Vintage Leather Swivel Armchair with Footrest by Göte Möbler

1970s Vintage Leather Swivel Armchair with Footrest by Göte Möbler

By Göte Möbler Nässjö

Located in Bochum, NRW

Very comfortable swivel armchair with its matching footrest, by Göte Möbel Nassjo from Sweden with adjustable backrest. Dimensions: Width 77 cm, Depth 84 cm, Height 97 cm, Seat heig...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

A pair of walnut swivel lounge chairs in original purple composite upholstery with walnut bases and detachable suede cushions designed by Jens Risom.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Suede, Upholstery, Walnut

PAiR OF VINTAGE HERMAN MILLER HILLIE STAMPED BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL LOUNGE CHAIRS
PAiR OF VINTAGE HERMAN MILLER HILLIE STAMPED BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL LOUNGE CHAIRS

PAiR OF VINTAGE HERMAN MILLER HILLIE STAMPED BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL LOUNGE CHAIRS

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of original First Edition Herman Millie Hillie stamped Eames Ea124 lounge or office chairs with bl...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Swivel Pod Chairs in the Style of Overman - a Pair
Vintage Swivel Pod Chairs in the Style of Overman - a Pair

Vintage Swivel Pod Chairs in the Style of Overman - a Pair

By Overman, Knoll

Located in Raleigh, NC

This pair is perfect for those looking for a pair of swivels with great lines and a small footprint as some mid-century swivels can be quite large and bulky.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage DoMore Office Swivel Chair Upholstered in White Faux Shearling
Vintage DoMore Office Swivel Chair Upholstered in White Faux Shearling

Vintage DoMore Office Swivel Chair Upholstered in White Faux Shearling

Located in Wilton, CT

Vintage DoMore office swivel chair upholstered in white faux shearling. The white faux shearling upholstery offers a appealing contrast to the Industrial look of this chair. This vin...

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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Swivel Chairs

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Vintage Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Vintage Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

Vintage Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Imagine adding a touch of mid-century elegance to your space with these stunning vintage walnut swivel lounge chairs, expertly designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, dating bac...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage Junior Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Hiami Newly Reupholstered - 3
Vintage Junior Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Hiami Newly Reupholstered - 3

Vintage Junior Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Hiami Newly Reupholstered - 3

By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Mid Century Modern Original "Junior" Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Newly Reupholstered in a Holly Hunt Blue Suede - Set of 3 circa: 1960 Dimensions: Square Bas...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Chrome Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Vintage Chrome Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

Vintage Chrome Swivel Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Introducing a pair of stunning vintage chrome swivel lounge chairs, expertly designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the iconic 1970s. These chairs exhibit a captivating circu...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges - Set of 14
Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges - Set of 14

Vintage Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Swivel Lounges - Set of 14

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates

Located in Raleigh, NC

Vintage swivel lounges designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, circa 1970s. We are offering 14 of these lounges to be reupholstered in your choice of fabric. Purchase a pair...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Pair of Vintage Swivel Lounge Chairs with Abstract Upholstery and Brass Bases
Pair of Vintage Swivel Lounge Chairs with Abstract Upholstery and Brass Bases

Pair of Vintage Swivel Lounge Chairs with Abstract Upholstery and Brass Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These sculptural chairs are set on round brass-toned swivel bases that offer both functionality and mid-century-inspired flair.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Vintage "Iuta" Swivel Armchair by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
Italian Vintage "Iuta" Swivel Armchair by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia

Italian Vintage "Iuta" Swivel Armchair by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Italian Vintage "Iuta" Swivel Armchair by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Italian design - decoration - Vintage Measures : 63x56cm - H:77cm - SH:44cm - Armrest height : 64cm Frame: ...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 3 Vintage Swiveling chairs by Eames for Herman Miller. One black, one gray and one dark yellow.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s
Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s

Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Hans J. Wegner style Vintage Danish swivel chair/office chair. The teak armrests are upholstred with the original leather. The seat and backrest are reupholstered with new sheepskin...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Retro Modern Galerkin Design Swivel Chair with Attached Side Table
Vintage Retro Modern Galerkin Design Swivel Chair with Attached Side Table

Vintage Retro Modern Galerkin Design Swivel Chair with Attached Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Retro Modern Galerkin Design Swivel Chair with Attached Side Table Newly Upholstered in Baby Blue Textured Suede Great funky vintage chair with an attached side table. We fu...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 3 Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller. One black, one gray and one dark yellow.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 3 Boho Chic Vintage Rattan Lounge Chairs with Swivel Base
Set of 3 Boho Chic Vintage Rattan Lounge Chairs with Swivel Base

Set of 3 Boho Chic Vintage Rattan Lounge Chairs with Swivel Base

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of 3 lounge chairs features solid rattan construction, original white washed finish, vintage floral upholstery, and swivel base. Dimensions: 29w 24d 37h 19sh 23.5ah Condit...

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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

3117 Black Swivel Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
3117 Black Swivel Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

3117 Black Swivel Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Rīga, LV

Vintage black swivel desk chair with adjustable seat, model 3117 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 1950s. Some chairs have stickers confirming the production period. ...

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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool
Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool

Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool

By Carlos Ojinaga

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This phenomenal chair was designed in 1968 by Carlos Ojinaga, a prominent Spanish interior designer at the time. It was produced under his own brand, Ojidecco, and later produced und...

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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Large 1960's Vintage Retro Dark brown Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair
Large 1960's Vintage Retro Dark brown Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair

Large 1960's Vintage Retro Dark brown Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair

By Rohe Noordwolde

Located in Markington, GB

1960s Rohe Noorwolde Dark Brown Leather Egg Chair A striking 1960s swivel egg chair by Rohe Noorwolde, showcasing bold mid-century design and exceptional comfort.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

1980's Vintage Retro Dark grey / black Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair
1980's Vintage Retro Dark grey / black Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair

1980's Vintage Retro Dark grey / black Rohe Noorwolde Leather egg chair

By Rohe Noordwolde

Located in Markington, GB

This iconic design features a sculptural, organic form set on a 360-degree swivel base, perfectly combining comfort, functionality, and mid-century modern elegance.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cone Chair, Verner Panton Style
Vintage Cone Chair, Verner Panton Style

Vintage Cone Chair, Verner Panton Style

By Verner Panton

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage cone chair on wheels in the style or by Verner Panton. Upholstered in green fabric.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large 1960s Retro Rohe Noorwolde Dark Brown Leather Egg Chair – First Edition
Large 1960s Retro Rohe Noorwolde Dark Brown Leather Egg Chair – First Edition

Large 1960s Retro Rohe Noorwolde Dark Brown Leather Egg Chair – First Edition

By Rohe Noordwolde

Located in Markington, GB

This iconic mid-century piece is upholstered in rich dark brown leather, displaying a beautiful natural patina that enhances its vintage appeal while remaining in very good condition.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Osvaldo Borsani P126 Executive Office Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1966
Osvaldo Borsani P126 Executive Office Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1966

Osvaldo Borsani P126 Executive Office Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1966

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Sant'Arsenio, Campania

KEYWORDS 1STDIBS Osvaldo Borsani Tecno P126 Chair Executive Chair Executive Office Chair Swivel Chair Desk Chair Italian Modernism Italian Design 1960s Mid-Century Office Furniture ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Robin Day Leather  with Integrated Zentroz Amplifier & Philips Speakers , 1967
Robin Day Leather  with Integrated Zentroz Amplifier & Philips Speakers , 1967

Robin Day Leather with Integrated Zentroz Amplifier & Philips Speakers , 1967

By Hille, Robin Day

Located in La xara, VC

This set stands apart from any other known example of the model by virtue of its fully integrated and working stereo audio system — making it one of the most extraordinary pieces of ...

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s
Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s

Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s

$1,120Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful set of four mid-century modern bar stools circa 1970s. Each with a high back, padded backrest and swivel padded seats made of vinyl upholstery in a dark brown color. The ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Mid Century Umanoff Style Children's Swivel Stool
Vintage Mid Century Umanoff Style Children's Swivel Stool

Vintage Mid Century Umanoff Style Children's Swivel Stool

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a cute little children's swivel stool attributed to Arthur Umanoff, circa 1960s. It has been painted a vibrant blue for that certain pop of color. This robust little chair ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman
Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman

By Directional

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Footstool Ottoman.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Homecrest Tall Swivel Wrought Iron Black Lounge Chair
Vintage Mid Century Modern Homecrest Tall Swivel Wrought Iron Black Lounge Chair

Vintage Mid Century Modern Homecrest Tall Swivel Wrought Iron Black Lounge Chair

By Homecrest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Homecrest Tall Swivel and Tilt Wrought Iron Black Lounge Chair with Black Vinyl Cushion.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Brass Swivel Vanity Mirror Hollywood Regency Mid Century Era
Vintage Brass Swivel Vanity Mirror Hollywood Regency Mid Century Era

Vintage Brass Swivel Vanity Mirror Hollywood Regency Mid Century Era

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage brass swivel vanity mirror, often featuring a design reminiscent of the mid-century modern or Art Deco era. 

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Vintage Blue Mini Swivel Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Vintage Blue Mini Swivel Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Vintage Blue Mini Swivel Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - totally original and unique armchair. The armchair has undergone a thorough renovation: ...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Vintage Italian Black Leather Swivel Chair, Unique Italian Design, Mid-Century
Vintage Italian Black Leather Swivel Chair, Unique Italian Design, Mid-Century

Vintage Italian Black Leather Swivel Chair, Unique Italian Design, Mid-Century

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Absolutely the most relaxed chair ever! This Swivel chair is not only a lust for the eye, but also a must have for everybody who loves to relax in the best way possible. Made of blac...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Leopard Print Swivel Stool
Vintage Leopard Print Swivel Stool

Vintage Leopard Print Swivel Stool

Unavailable

H 18.12 in Dm 15.36 in

Vintage Leopard Print Swivel Stool

Located in Vienna, Vienna

Beautiful vintage swivel stool.  

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair
Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair

Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 39 in W 32 in D 30 in

Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair

Located in Toronto, CA

Deeply captivating R Huber swivel chair with teak base. A cousin of the R Huber scoop, this armchair provides all the same comfort without sacrificing any of the style. A handsome,...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid century modern Danish swivel chair with curved back in wood and leather
Mid century modern Danish swivel chair with curved back in wood and leather

Mid century modern Danish swivel chair with curved back in wood and leather

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Vilnius, LT

A vintage mid-century modern swiveling dining chair with cognac leather seat cushions.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Large Vintage Leather Swivel Chair and Ottoman
Large Vintage Leather Swivel Chair and Ottoman

Large Vintage Leather Swivel Chair and Ottoman

Unavailable

H 37 in W 31 in D 31 in

Large Vintage Leather Swivel Chair and Ottoman

Located in Tourcoing, FR

This leather swivel chair and ottoman has a nice patina, and the cushions are stuffed with goose feathers.

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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Vintage Wicker Swivel Chairs
Pair of Vintage Wicker Swivel Chairs

Pair of Vintage Wicker Swivel Chairs

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H 30 in W 32 in D 29 in

Pair of Vintage Wicker Swivel Chairs

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Pair of 1960s, vintage Wicker swivel chairs. Cushions in a sturdy cotton beige with deep orange/red highlights. Very unique and quite comfortable. One of a kind!

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Wicker

Vintage Strassle "King" Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage Strassle "King" Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage Strassle "King" Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

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H 28.35 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in

Vintage Strassle "King" Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

By Andre Vandenbeuck, Strässle International

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage Strassle King armchair by Strassle of Switzerland. Designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium, the swivel lounge armchair is upholstered in s...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage Strässle "Gentilina" Lounge Swivel Armchairs, Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage Strässle "Gentilina" Lounge Swivel Armchairs, Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage Strässle "Gentilina" Lounge Swivel Armchairs, Switzerland, 1960s

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you the sister chair to the King chair by Strässle and designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium. The swivel armchairs are upholstered in beautiful soft t...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage Cone Swivel Chair by Verner Panton, 1960s
Vintage Cone Swivel Chair by Verner Panton, 1960s

Vintage Cone Swivel Chair by Verner Panton, 1960s

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H 32.68 in W 22.84 in D 24.02 in

Vintage Cone Swivel Chair by Verner Panton, 1960s

By Verner Panton

Located in Berlin, DE

This 'Cone' swivel chair was designed by Verner Panton during the 1960s, and manufactured in Denmark. It features an ice-cream cone shaped seat with blue fabric upholstery and a chro...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Glam Style Charla Swivel Bar Chair by LUXXU
Vintage Glam Style Charla Swivel Bar Chair by LUXXU

Vintage Glam Style Charla Swivel Bar Chair by LUXXU

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H 36.23 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in

Vintage Glam Style Charla Swivel Bar Chair by LUXXU

By Luxxu

Located in New York, NY

Elegance and sophistication are united in the Charla swivel bar chair. The new member of the Charla family has a new feature with adjustable height and a swivel, combining a fantasti...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Brass

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

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H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

A vintage lounge King armchair by Strassle of Switzerland. Designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium, the swivel lounge armchair is upholstered in stunning tan leather. Hand built in ...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

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H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in

Vintage "King" Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

A vintage lounge King armchair by Strassle of Switzerland. Designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium, the swivel lounge armchair is upholstered in stunning tan leather. Hand built in ...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage De Sede Leather Swivel Armchair and Ottoman, Switzerland, 1980s
Vintage De Sede Leather Swivel Armchair and Ottoman, Switzerland, 1980s

Vintage De Sede Leather Swivel Armchair and Ottoman, Switzerland, 1980s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare vintage De Sede armchair and matching ottoman. Hand built to incredibly high standards by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, the swivel ...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Swivel Egg Arne Jacobsen Childs Chair in Black Vinyl
Vintage Swivel Egg Arne Jacobsen Childs Chair in Black Vinyl

Vintage Swivel Egg Arne Jacobsen Childs Chair in Black Vinyl

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H 28.35 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Vintage Swivel Egg Arne Jacobsen Childs Chair in Black Vinyl

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Ambleside, Cumbria

A perfectly proportioned childs swivel chair in the style of the infamous egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958. The chair is upholstered in black vinyl with loose cushions on...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

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H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a pair of highly desirable retro De Sede DS-31 swivel lounge armchairs in beautiful soft dark brown leather with whipstitch edge detail standing on b...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

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H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchairs, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a pair of highly desirable retro De Sede DS-31 swivel lounge armchairs in beautiful soft dark brown leather with whipstitch edge detail standing on b...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base
Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base

Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base

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H 40.95 in W 25.2 in D 19.69 in

Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base

Located in Ely, GB

Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base. The chair, which is super heavy, boasts faux grey leather seat pads and a white hard shell, which is in good vintage condition...

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1990s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Faux Leather, Plastic

Vintage "King" Lounge Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage "King" Lounge Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage "King" Lounge Swivel Armchair by Strassle of Switzerland, 1960s

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage lounge King armchair by Strassle of Switzerland. Designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium, the swivel lounge armchair is upholstered in stu...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather

Vintage De Sede DS 35 Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 35 Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede DS 35 swivel armchair. Hand built in the 1970s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this swivel armchair i...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Vintage Swivel Arm Chairs With Single Ottoman and Rattan Bases
Pair of Vintage Swivel Arm Chairs With Single Ottoman and Rattan Bases

Pair of Vintage Swivel Arm Chairs With Single Ottoman and Rattan Bases

Located in Raleigh, NC

Pair of vintage swivel chairs with rattan bases and a muted gold upholstery. The pair comes with a single matching ottoman. The fabric is in amazing condition and does not need to be...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable vintage 1960s De Sede S 231 James Bond swivel leather armchair. This same swivel leather armchair and ottoman wer...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Swiss "King" Swivel Desk Armchair on Castors from Strassle, 1960s
Vintage Swiss "King" Swivel Desk Armchair on Castors from Strassle, 1960s

Vintage Swiss "King" Swivel Desk Armchair on Castors from Strassle, 1960s

By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a rare vintage King Strassle swivel desk armchair, 1960s. Designed by Andre Vandenbeuck of Belgium, the swivel desk armchair is upholstered in stunni...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage 1970s De Sede DS 31 lounge armchair in stunning soft black aniline leather with superb whipstitch edge detail. This swivel lounge armchair ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage 1970s De Sede DS 31 lounge armchair in soft brown aniline leather with superb whipstitch edge detail. This swivel lounge armchair was hand...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Leather Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage 1970s De Sede DS 35 high back leather swivel armchair with ottoman. Hand built in the 1970s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, the armcha...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Swivel Rocker Chair in Brown Velvet and Leopard Print Chenille
Vintage Swivel Rocker Chair in Brown Velvet and Leopard Print Chenille

Vintage Swivel Rocker Chair in Brown Velvet and Leopard Print Chenille

Located in Munster, IN

Stylish and lush, this vintage swivel rocker is looking for a new place to call home. We love her modern Safari Glam aesthetic! Ultra soft velvet in dark brown pairs with a cozy leop...

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Mid-20th Century Other Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s
Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

Vintage De Sede DS 31 Leather Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you a vintage 1970s De Sede DS 31 lounge armchair in soft brown aniline leather with superb whipstitch edge detail. This swivel lounge club armchair was ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Model 3117 Swivel Chair Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Vintage Model 3117 Swivel Chair Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s

Vintage Model 3117 Swivel Chair Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Berlin, DE

Arne Jacobsen Schreibtisch-Drehstuhl Model 3117 Bürostuhl. Originales Vier-Sterne-Drehgestell der ersten Serie mit verchromten Stahlfüßen auf Rollen. Der Stuhl ist neu gepolstert,...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Vintage Swivel Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage swivel mid century for your home. Each vintage swivel mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and animal skin. There are 3182 variations of the antique or vintage vintage swivel mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 47 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage swivel mid century, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each vintage swivel mid century bearing mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or industrial hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage swivel mid century that is appealing in its simplicity, but Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and De Sede produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Swivel Mid Century?

The average selling price for a vintage swivel mid century at 1stDibs is $2,288, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $40,000 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.