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Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Century Furniture

Located in Countryside, IL

Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 39.25 in W 21.25 in D 22 in

Lovely Set of 4 Vintage Carved Rope Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

By Century Furniture

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely set of 4 vintage carved rope dining chairs with original leather upholstery. We love the

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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Lovely Set of 4 Vintage Carved Rope Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

H 39 in W 19 in D 18 in

Century Furniture Traditional Dining Chairs, Set of 8

By Century Furniture

Located in Countryside, IL

Century Furniture traditional dining chairs - Set of 8 Each chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep x

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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Century Furniture Traditional Dining Chairs, Set of 8

H 39.5 in W 25 in D 23 in

CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Century Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

A set of six Spanish style dining chairs by Century Furniture. Solid walnut, carved crestrail, high

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Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Walnut

CENTURY Caned Walnut Spanish Style Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 42.25 in W 22.75 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Set of 8 Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A set of eight rush and beech dining chairs, in the manner of Charlotte Perriand. Spain, Mid 20th

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Mid-Century Set of 8 Dining Chairs

H 34.26 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

For your consideration. A set of (6) beautiful MCM dining chairs with red upholstery. A fine

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

H 33 in W 17.5 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Six Chair Dining Set

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This uniquely sized vintage dining table comes matched with a set of six vintage dining chairs

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Six Chair Dining Set

H 27.75 in W 59.5 in D 35.75 in

Mid-Century Dining Chair Set '8 Chairs'

By Travail Francais

Located in Miami, FL

Midcentury dining chairs set (8 chairs) upholstered in a light grey velvet framed in walnut wood

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20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Dining Chair Set '8 Chairs'

H 39.5 in W 19.5 in D 20 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage set of six dining chairs in walnut with slat backs. Two armchairs and four side chairs with

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 30.5 in W 18.5 in D 20 in

Mid-Century Modern Set of Dining Chairs

Located in Austin, TX

Set of six mid-century dining chairs with a beautiful warm wood structure and white vinyl

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of Dining Chairs

H 37.25 in W 18 in D 17.25 in

Set of Four Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in London, England

Set of four mid-century dining chairs with solid beech frames and newly upholstered sprung seats in

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Four Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 37.41 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A set of six wooding mid-20th dining chairs. France, c1970s. Price is for set of 6

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Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 32.88 in W 15.16 in D 19.49 in

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs- Set of 8

Located in Trenton, NJ

This stunning set of eight highback mid-century chairs, each crafted with a beautifully finished

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs- Set of 8

H 43.5 in W 21 in D 22 in

Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs Set of Four

Located in Hudson, NY

Sleek and modern, this exquisite set of four mid-century Italian dining chairs is sure to make a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs Set of Four

H 31 in W 17 in D 15 in

Set of 8 Mid-Century Dining Chairs

By James Mont

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of 8 mid-century dining chairs in the style of James Mont or Monteverde Young consisting of 6

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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 18 in W 22 in D 19 in

Set of 6 Mid-Century Renaissance Revival Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 6 Mid-Century Renaissance revival dining chairs feature finely carved seatback crowns and

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Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set of 6 Mid-Century Renaissance Revival Dining Chairs

H 48 in W 19 in D 18.5 in

Set of Eight Teak Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in London, England

Set of eight solid teak dining chairs with newly covered seat pads in a grey velvet. The frames

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Teak

Set of Eight Teak Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 34.65 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in

Set of 6 Chrome Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A sleek set of mid-century dining chairs, the chairs sit on chrome legs to give ample stability

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Chrome Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 34.88 in W 17.38 in D 20 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs by G Plan

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Made in the UK by G-Plan. These MCM dining chairs feature gorgeous wood grain frames, sculpted

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs by G Plan

H 17.5 in W 19 in D 18 in

Formal Mid-Century Dining Chair Set of Six

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Reminiscent of Adrian Pearsall designs, this formal Mid-Century dining chair set includes six side

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Mahogany

Formal Mid-Century Dining Chair Set of Six

H 32 in W 20.984 in D 19 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs.

Located in Washington, DC

Set of six Mid Century dining chairs. We have two sets of six, sold by the set. Very comfortable

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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs.

H 33 in W 15.25 in D 14.63 in

Set of Twelve Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chairs, beech, The Netherlands, 1960s. Large set of twelve modest Dutch dining chairs

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Twelve Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs

H 35.04 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chairs, beech, The Netherlands, 1960s. Set of six modest Dutch dining chairs. These

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs

H 35.04 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in

Mid century Dining Chairs, 1960s, Set of 2

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Pair of upholstered dining chairs, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970s. The chairs are

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

Mid century Dining Chairs, 1960s, Set of 2

H 31.89 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in

Set of Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

Located in Bronx, NY

Set of Mid-Century Modern chrome dining chairs. The arm chairs are 33" in height, 23" in width and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

H 35 in W 23 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Set of High Back Dining Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish set of four matching dining chairs offer a shapely vinyl covered seat, with

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Set of High Back Dining Chairs

H 38.5 in W 23 in D 21.25 in

Set of Eight Mid-Century French Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Nashville, TN

Set of eight sophisticated chairs have carved mahogany frame and faux raffia upholstery with

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Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Set of Eight Mid-Century French Mahogany Dining Chairs

H 35 in W 19 in D 22 in

Mid-century modern Rosewood Dining Chairs set

Located in Madrid, ES

Dining set from anonymous designer consisting of four chairs, manufactured in rosewood and

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Mid-century modern Rosewood Dining Chairs set

H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Widdicomb Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Countryside, IL

Widdicomb Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 21 wide x 22 deep x 34 inches

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Widdicomb Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4

H 34 in W 21 in D 22 in

Set of 14 Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A set of fourteen stylish dining chairs. Italy, c1970s. The fabric has wear and tear so

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Mid-20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of 14 Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

French Set of 6 Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Cosmopolitan glamor defines this unique set of French dining chairs which would fit in many

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Fruitwood

French Set of 6 Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 38.25 in W 17.5 in D 20.38 in

Mid Century Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 5

Located in Countryside, IL

Mid century teak dining chairs - set of 5 Each chair measures: 22.75 wide x 21 deep x 34.5

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid Century Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 5

H 34.5 in W 22.75 in D 21 in

Set of 4 McGuire Style Mid-Century Cane Bamboo Dining Chairs

By McGuire

Located in Pasadena, TX

McGuire style midcentury cane bamboo dining chairs Set of stunning bamboo and handwoven cane

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Set of 4 McGuire Style Mid-Century Cane Bamboo Dining Chairs

H 36 in W 22 in D 24 in

Set of Six Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of six Italian Modernist dining chairs attributed to Vittorio Dassi. Stained beechwood.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six Italian Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 37 in W 19 in D 17 in

Mid century Dining Chairs, 1960s, Set of 2

Located in Prague 8, CZ

An upholstered dining chairs, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. The chairs are

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Fabric, Wood

Mid century Dining Chairs, 1960s, Set of 2

H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This set of four vintage dining chairs were constructed with sturdy aluminum frames, complete with

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

H 31.5 in W 17.5 in D 20 in

Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Countryside, IL

Mid century walnut dining chairs - set of 6 These chairs are 24 wide x 22.25 deep x 33 inches high

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 33 in W 24 in D 22.25 in

Pine Swedish Mid-Century Set of Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

Four in the set. Sweden, c1970s. Could work well with a cushion to raise the height if

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Pine Swedish Mid-Century Set of Dining Chairs

H 29.73 in W 19.49 in D 18.9 in

Set of 8 Mid-century Upholstered Dining Chairs, Harvey Probber Attributed

By Harvey Probber

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 8 Mid-century Upholstered Dining Chairs, Harvey Probber Attributed Offered for sale is s

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Mid-century Upholstered Dining Chairs, Harvey Probber Attributed

H 32.5 in W 18.5 in D 23 in

Set of Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish set of Scandinavian style dining chairs features vinyl seats, hardwood frames, and

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Set of Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Dining Chairs

H 31.25 in W 17 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Dining Chairs

By Carlo De Carli

Located in Austin, TX

Set of six dining chairs from Italy attributed to Carlo di Carli. They are made of mahogany that

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 37.75 in W 16.5 in D 23.5 in

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Room Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Room Chairs - Set of 6. Listing includes (2) Arm chairs

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Dining Room Chairs - Set of 6

H 39 in W 23 in D 22 in

Set of Mid-Century Modern Vinyl Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning set of four vintage modern dining chairs feature a solid walnut frame with unique

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Mid-Century Modern Vinyl Dining Chairs

H 30 in W 25.5 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a set of four Mid-Century Modern Atomic Dining Chairs. Featuring a black

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Dining Chairs - Set of 4

H 31.5 in W 15 in D 16.5 in

Set Mid-Century Duncan Phyfe Natural Maple and Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Set of Four Mid-Century Duncan Phyfe Natural Maple and Velvet Re - Upholstered Dining Chairs

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Set Mid-Century Duncan Phyfe Natural Maple and Upholstered Dining Chairs

H 33.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Cube Dining Chairs

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Cube Dining Chairs These are a large size, very roomy and comfortable

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Elm

Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Cube Dining Chairs

H 29.5 in W 21 in D 18 in

Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of six mid-century modern walnut frame dining chairs. Great vintage style with sculpted frames

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Maple Dining Chairs

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of six mid century modern dining chairs in the style of Heywood Wakefield feature hardwood

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Maple Dining Chairs

H 33 in W 23.5 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Dining Room Chairs Set of 6

Located in Pomona, CA

A set of mid-century dining room chairs. Four side chairs and two armchairs. The seats have been

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Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Dining Room Chairs Set of 6

H 32.75 in W 20 in D 21.5 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs. Newly upholstered in a dark peacock color that

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Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

H 38 in W 17.992 in D 16.75 in

Set of 4 Italian Mid Century Z Dining Chairs

By Verner Panton

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of 4 Italian Mid Century Z Dining Chairs, in the style of Verner Panton. All original, wear

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde

Set of 4 Italian Mid Century Z Dining Chairs

H 30 in W 25 in D 19 in

Mid Century Modern Floral Dining Chairs Set of 6

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Floral Upholstered Dining Chairs. Each chair is upholstered throughout

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Modern Floral Dining Chairs Set of 6

H 38.75 in W 20.75 in D 21.5 in

Mid-century dining chairs, Italy 1970s, Set of 2

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Elegant mid-century pair of dining chairs made in Italy in the 1970s. Balancing form and function

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Mid-century dining chairs, Italy 1970s, Set of 2

H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 21.26 in

Stamped Mid-Century Dining Chairs

By Ligna

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four mid-century dining chairs in the style of Niels Koefoed's 'Eve' chairs. Made by Ligna

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Stamped Mid-Century Dining Chairs

H 37 in W 16.5 in D 19.75 in

1960s Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs- Set of 6

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Welcome to Mid-Century NoHo [Mid-Century Walnut Wingback Dining Chairs] This amazing dining set

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1960s Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs- Set of 6

H 29.75 in W 22 in D 19.25 in

Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of eight mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie dining chairs In the

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

H 37.5 in W 18 in D 21.5 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Set of 4

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern dining chairs set of 4. Dimensions 22 W ; 36 H ; 19 D Seat height 18

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Set of 4

H 36 in W 22 in D 19 in

1970s Mid Century Burl Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century burl dining chairs designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s.The

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Burl

1970s Mid Century Burl Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 39 in W 19.25 in D 26.25 in

Set of 4 Vintage Mid Century Dining Chairs

Located in Pasadena, TX

Cane inset back and chrome tubular frame. Fabric upholstered seat. Reupholstery recommended.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Vintage Mid Century Dining Chairs

H 42 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in New York, NY

Chic set of four dining chairs, made in the USA, circa 1950's , manufactured by Thonet. The chairs

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Thonet

H 32 in W 18.5 in D 18 in

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Dining Chairs Set Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal dining chairs set mid century for your home. A dining chairs set mid century — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are 28316 variations of the antique or vintage dining chairs set mid century you’re looking for, while we also have 422 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the dining chairs set mid century you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right dining chairs set mid century, those designed in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made dining chairs set mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Niels Otto Møller, Knoll and Cassina are consistently popular.

How Much is a Dining Chairs Set Mid Century?

Prices for a dining chairs set mid century start at $1 and top out at $1,000,000 with the average selling for $3,802.

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.

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