Seconda Chairs by Mario Botta for Alias, Set of 4 circa 1980
By Mario Botta
Located in Greensboro, NC
a vintage Alias production, circa 1980s. Chairs show well with minor wear commensurate with age
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Seconda Chairs by Mario Botta for Alias, Set of 4 circa 1980
By Mario Botta
Located in Greensboro, NC
a vintage Alias production, circa 1980s. Chairs show well with minor wear commensurate with age
Metal
$720Sale Price / set|20% Off
Carlo Bimbi and Nilo Gioacchini "Charlie" Barstools for Segis Italia, a Pair
By Carlo Bimbi and Nilo Gioacchini
Located in Miami, FL
, circa 1980s. Chairs are made of white moulded plastic attached to a tubular chrome frame. The chairs
Chrome
Pair of Mid-Century Chrome Chairs, Nowy Styl, circa 1980's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of chrome, fabric With aged patina Re-polished Original condition.
Chrome
Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1980s. No
Upholstery, Rattan
Vladimir Kagan "Papa Bear" Swivel Rocking Chair, in Boucle, Directional, 1980's
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional “Papa Bear” Wingback Swivel Lounge Circa 1980s There are chairs
Bouclé
Botanical Print Upholstered Lounge Chair By Sherrill Furniture Co. Circa 1980s
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Hollywood Regency Botanical Print Upholstered Lounge Chair By Sherrill Furniture Co. Circa
Upholstery, Wood
One-of-a-kind sculptural chair in the taste of Rietveld, circa 1980s
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Antwerp, BE
One-of-a-kind sculptural chair, circa 1980s, made out of black-stained wood with a striking
Wood
Surrealist Post Modern Three Legged Chair in Ivory Bouclé, circa 1980s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stylish and sculptural Surrealist Postmodern style 1980s lounge chair newly reupholstered in super
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$1,104Sale Price|20% Off
Coastal Style Bamboo Lounge Chair in the Antonio Budji Layug Manner. Circa 1980s
By Budji Layug
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style Elephant Bamboo Lounge Chair in the Antonio Budji Layug Manner. C 1980s. It
Hide, Bamboo, Rattan
A striking pair of Henredon slipper chairs, recently reupholstered. Circa 1980s
By Henredon
Located in Houston, TX
-linen blend (60/40) in a warm oatmeal tone. Circa 1980s. Designed with sculptural low profiles and
Brass
$561Sale Price|78% Off
Sculptural Tripod Rattan Armchairs, Cushioned Seating, Circa 1980s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Sculptural set of 2 tripod rattan chairs. They remind you of Boris Sipek, the Dutch Tchech designer
Rattan
Stacking Chairs, Post Modern, Chrome and Beech Ply, Green Upholstery c.1980s
By Thonet
Located in Glasgow, GB
A collection of four Postmodern stackable dining chairs, attributed to Thonet, circa 1980s. These
Beech
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Reupholstered Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
Cassina circa 1980s. The chair remains in great condition and the headrest meganism works perfectly
Leather
Pair of 1980s Postmodern Chrome Club Chairs by Bernhardt in Milo Baughman Style
By Bernhardt
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A wonderful pair of postmodern lounge chairs, circa 1970s–1980s, featuring dramatic chrome-plated
Chrome
A Pair of Postmodern Accent Chairs in the Arrben Stiletto Chairs Style. C 1980s
By Arrben
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Postmodern Dining / Accent Chairs in the Arrben Stiletto Chairs Style. Circa
Steel
$3,200Sale Price / set|33% Off
Cognac Leather Lounge Chairs by Mathias Hoffmann for De Sede, 1980s, Signed
By De Sede, Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, circa 1980s, features gorgeous cognac color leather and aluminum legs. Signed on underside with branded
Leather
Faux Rope Cerused Beech Dining Chairs, Set of 6, c. 1980s, Casa Stradivari
By Casa Stradivari
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
postmodern. Attributed to Casa Stradivari, circa 1980s- the chairs were reupholstered by the previous owners
Beech, Wood
$1,200Sale Price|27% Off
'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Miller. Signed underneath seat with Herman Miller labels and stamp to frame. Circa 1980s production
Aluminum
Set of Six “Lira” dining chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Bellini for Cassina, Italy, circa 1980s. These iconic chairs exemplify Bellini’s sculptural approach to
Leather
Robert Whitton Architectural Turquoise One-Off Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Robert Whitton one off aluminium chair, circa late 1980s. This architectural example has been newly
Aluminum
American Colonial Solid Oak Windsor Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
chairs USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 18"W x 19.75"D x 36"H. Seat height: 17.5"H. Very good original
Oak
Set of Four “Lira e Liuto” Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
, Italy, circa 1980s. These iconic chairs exemplify Bellini’s sculptural approach to seating, combining
Leather
$1,650 / item
Aldo Rossi 'Teatro' Chairs for Molteni in Black
By Molteni & C, Aldo Rossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and manufactured by Italian furniture company Molteni circa 1980s. These beautiful and timeless chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech
$1,650 / item
Aldo Rossi 'Teatro' Chairs for Molteni in Green
By Aldo Rossi, Molteni & C
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and manufactured by Italian furniture company Molteni circa 1980s. These beautiful and timeless chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech
Set of Six Chrome Art Deco Dining Chairs with Mohair Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of 6 Art Deco revival dining chairs circa 1980s with a vintage chrome finish and newly
Steel, Chrome
Black "Wendy Wright" Chair by Philippe Starck for Disform
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous "Wendy Wright chair by Philippe Starck for Disform, circa 1980s. The chair stands as an
Metal
$4,995 / set
Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful mid-century modern brass swivel lounge chairs designed in the United States, circa 1980s
Brass
$2,300 / set
Cachet Furniture Modern Swiveling Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cushioning, circa 1980s. Great pair of chairs sure to make an impression in any modern interior. Please
Upholstery
Barbara Barry for Baker Art Deco Slipper Chair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in New York, NY
Furniture, circa 1980/90's. This voguish chair is in excellent, original, clean and ready to use condition
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Hollywood Regency "Asymmetrical" Velvet Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, circa 1980s. This pair of chairs has a glamorous and refined design that perfectly represents the
Velvet, Wood
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Stanley J Friedman Moon Chair on Casters for Brueton
By Stanley Jay Friedman, Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
Original Moon chair on casters designed by Stanley J Friedman for Brueton circa 1980s. The chair
Chrome
1980s Plaano Chair by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Avarte in Birch with Blue Fabric
By Avarte, Finland 1, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Philadelphia, PA
produced by Avarte in Finland circa the 1980s. The chair is comprised of a steel 5-star base, a seat
Steel
1980s Hollywood Regency Black Lacquer and Satin Dining Armchairs – Set of 6
By James Mont
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a regal set of six dining chairs, circa the 1980s. The chairs' square
Satin, Hardwood, Lacquer
Vintage Leather Chrome Swivel Chairs by J Robert Scott
By J. Robert Scott 1
Located in North Hollywood, CA
J. Robert Scott & Associates in the United States, circa 1980s. These elegant chairs are upholstered
Chrome
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Snowshoe Rocking Chair by Iverson Snowshoe Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage snowshoe cocking chair by Iverson Snowshoe Co. in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, circa 1980s
Ash
Pair of Nautilus Mid Century Post Modern Swivel Club Lounge Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of corkscrew swivel chairs circa 1980's. These feature the original 2-tone
Fabric, Wood
$2,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Lacquered Goatskin Wrapped "Onasis" Chairs by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of lacquered goatskin wrapped "Onasis" chairs by Karl Springer, circa 1980"s. The chairs are
Goatskin, Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Hollywood Regency Black Frame Armchair Slipper Chairs with Gold Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek pair of extremely well made decorator chairs circa 1980's. These feature black solid wood
Fabric, Wood
Knoll Signed Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Mid Century Modern
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
label, American, circa 1980s. This chair was originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in the 1930s, and
Metal
Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Post Modern Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural pair of swiveling lounge chairs circa 1980's. These very well made chairs feature a
Fabric, Wood
American Colonial Solid Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
, Circa 1980s Measures: 18"W x 19.75"D x 36"H. Seat height: 17.5"H. Very good original vintage
Oak
$4,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube Club Chairs, with Kravet Upholstery
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube Club Chairs USA, Circa 1980s A sleek and stunning pair of Milo
Chrome
Pair of Poul Kjærholm PK22 Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Voorburg, NL
Hansen in Denmark, circa 1980s. These chairs exemplify Kjærholm’s mastery in merging industrial
Stainless Steel
Pair of Decorator Mid Century Post Modern Armchair Lounge Chairs in Blush Pink
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of lounge chairs circa 1980's. These well built chairs feature amazing design lines
Fabric
Set of Four Leather and Chrome Swivel Chairs by J Robert Scott & Associates
By J. Robert Scott 1, Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sally Sirkin Lewis and made for J Robert Scott & Associates, circa 1980s These chairs came out of a
Chrome
$7,000Sale Price / set|30% Off
Jay Spectre Century Eclipse Salmon Pink Post Modern Chrome Club Lounge Arm Chair
By Jay Spectre
Located in Dayton, OH
Company of North Carolina, circa 1980s. The chairs feature sculptural form, made from Cerused Oak and
Chrome
Set of 6 Painted and Gilt Decorated Dining Room Chairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Set of 6 Louis XV style painted and gilt (Gold Leaf) decorated dining room chairs, circa 1980's
Gold Leaf
Post Modern Eclipse Lounge Chair by Jay Specter for Century Furniture c 1970/80s
By Jay Spectre, Century Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Century Furniture, circa 1970/1980's. The chair features a dramatic continuous arm and back leg
Chrome
Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight Georgian or Chippendale style dining chairs USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid
Upholstery, Mahogany
American Colonial Solid Oak Spindle Back Windsor Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
, Circa 1980s Measures: 18"W x 19.75"D x 36"H. Seat height: 17.5"H. Very good original vintage
Oak
American Colonial Solid Oak Spindle Back Windsor Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
, Circa 1980s Measures: 18"W x 19.75"D x 36"H. Seat height: 17.5"H. Very good original vintage
Oak
Set of Four Post-Modern "Apple Honey" Dining Chairs by Shiro Kuramata for Pastoe
By Pastoe, Shiro Kuramata
Located in San Diego, CA
for USM Pastoe of Holland, circa 1980s. The chairs are in very good vintage condition and each chair
Steel, Metal
$1,725 / set
Set of Postmodern Chrome and Bentwood Armchairs
Located in North Charleston, SC
seats and backrests. Produced circa 1980s–1990s, these chairs embody the clean, functional aesthetic of
Chrome
$9,750 / set
Pair of Vintage Red Velvet Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of vintage red velvet Italian lounge chairs. Italy, circa 1980s with inspired Mid-Century
Metal
$1,650 / item
Aldo Rossi 'Teatro' Chairs for Molteni, Italy c 1983
By Aldo Rossi, Molteni & C
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and manufactured by Italian furniture company Molteni circa 1980s. These beautiful and timeless chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech
Magnus Olsen Series 8000 Dining Chair by Thygesen &Sorensen Made in Denmark
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen
Located in New York, NY
& Johny Sorensen, made in Denmark circa 1980's. This classic chair is in original finish, the seat has
Beech
$3,960Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Eight Archline Armchairs by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of eight Archline lucite armchairs by Charles Hollis Jones, circa 1980s. The chairs have
Upholstery, Lucite
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.
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