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Dutch Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Paper Cord Seating
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, paper cord, the Netherlands, 1960s
These dining chairs feature a geometric backrest that slightly curves to provide comfort for the user. Vertical slats struct...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 36.62 in. W 18.51 in. D 20.87 in.
PK1 Dining Chair in Stainless Steel Base by Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The PK1 chair, designed by Poul Kjærholm, perfectly captures his hallmarks of function and clarity. Kjærholm became known as one of the most uncompromising furniture designers of his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
PK1 Dining Chair in Chrome Base by Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The PK1 chair, designed by Poul Kjærholm, perfectly captures his hallmarks of function and clarity. Kjærholm became known as one of the most uncompromising furniture designers of his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
PK1 Dining Chair in Black Steel Base by Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The PK1 chair, designed by Poul Kjærholm, perfectly captures his hallmarks of function and clarity. Kjærholm became known as one of the most uncompromising furniture designers of his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian Countryside Hand Painted Wooden Chair "A Signurina - Pupara"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood, Ash
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Traditional Countryside Italian Walnut Wood Chair "A Signurina - mora"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Walnut, Wood
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Traditional Italian Wooden Chair "A Signurina - Sole"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood, Ash
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Italian Countryside Wooden Chair "A signurina - Corallo"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood, Ash
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Traditional Italian Wooden Chair "A signurina Marzamemi"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood, Ash
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
"Moiste" Chair, Christian Astuguevieille
Located in Paris, France
"Moiste" chair designed by Christian Astuguevieille in rope tied over a structure in wood.
Category
2010s French Chairs
Materials
Wood, Rope
H 43.31 in. W 15.75 in. D 17.72 in.
Traditional Italian Wooden Chair "A signurina - Nuda 00"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash, Rope
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Contropakko Padded Armchair by Marcantonio & Mogg
By Mogg, MARCANTONIO
Located in New York, NY
"Contropakko is an innovative armchair designed by Marcantonio for Mogg. It is padded and 100% lined with decorative strings, not removable. The armrest is always positioned to the r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Linen, Rope
H 29.93 in. W 35.44 in. D 37.41 in.
Marcel Wanders Knotted Armchair in Carbon with Aramid Fiber Cord for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
The iconic knotted chair is a brilliant adult interpretation of the tiny chairs used to decorate a doll’s house, a visionary creation by designer Marcel Wanders. This project has bee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Epoxy Resin
H 27.17 in. W 20.87 in. D 25.2 in.
Pair of Pozzi & Verga Mid-Century Modern Italian High Back Chairs, 1950s
Located in Cerignola, Italy Puglia
Pair of Italian chairs with high back, produced by Pozzi & Verga in the 1950s,
in beech and original seat in jute rope.
" If you like it please make your offer and...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 48.82 in. W 16.74 in. D 16.54 in.
Iron and Natural Woven Rope Chairs, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Attractive iron and jute chairs with handwoven seat and back, and hairpin legs in an appealing 1950s shape. The larger one has a scroll detail to the lower back and measures: 73cm wi...
Category
20th Century European Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 32.29 in. W 28.75 in. D 22.45 in.
Niels Jørgen Haugesen String Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
String armchair designed by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Tranekaer in Denmark.
Very smart and comfortable design. Because the 4 legs are configured with one leg in front, the person si...
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rope, Ash
H 28.35 in. W 22.05 in. D 22.05 in.
Dutch Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Paper Cord Seating
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, paper cord, the Netherlands, 1960s
These dining chairs feature a geometric backrest that slightly curves to provide comfort for the user. Vertical slats structur...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 36.62 in. W 18.51 in. D 20.87 in.
Dutch Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Paper Cord Seating
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, paper cord, the Netherlands, 1960s
These dining chairs feature a geometric backrest that slightly curves to provide comfort for the user. Vertical slats structur...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 36.62 in. W 18.51 in. D 20.87 in.
Hans Jorgen Wegner Set of Six Chairs CH24 Carl Hansen & Son Production, 1960
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of six chairs 'CH24' by Hans Jorgen Wegner, in solid black lacquered wood with woven rope seat.
Embossed with the manufacturer's name.
Production Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, ci...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 29.34 in. W 19.69 in. D 18.51 in.
Audoux Minet Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Audoux Minet chair with woven rope seat and back.
Wonderful patina with fantastic original green stained wood with patina.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 28.5 in. W 24 in. D 27 in.
Alu-Thick Twist Rope EMU Carousel Armchair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in. W 24.22 in. D 20.48 in.
Alu-Square Twist Rope EMU Carousel Armchair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in. W 24.22 in. D 20.48 in.
Alu-Thick Twist Rope EMU Carousel Lounge-Chair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 28.94 in. W 29.14 in. D 28.75 in.
Alu-Flat Rope EMU Carousel Armchair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in. W 24.22 in. D 20.48 in.
Alu-Square Twist Rope EMU Carousel Lounge Chair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 28.94 in. W 29.14 in. D 28.75 in.
Alu-Flat Rope EMU Carousel Lounge Chair
Located in Marsciano, IT
Carousel collection is made up of: four versions of dining armchair, three versions of lounge armchair, sofas, poufs, square and rectangular coffee tables. The easel frame is made of...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 28.94 in. W 29.14 in. D 28.75 in.
Audoux Minet Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing pair of chairs by Paris designer - Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet.
Classic modern French design with rope seats and backs
Wide French bent oakwood arms with fantastic patina.
M...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 32 in. W 25.25 in. D 24 in.
Functionalist Armchair by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Larsson, Bodafors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful functionalist armchair by Axel Larsson, with curved armrests creating a lovely, open silhouette. Made with a stained wooden frame and rope seat and backs. The seat has been...
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Birch
H 31.7 in. W 21.07 in. D 24.41 in.
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet chair from France, 1950s. All original wood and rope seat with nice patina and age. Beautiful statement chair showcasing a Classic design. Three a...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 33 in. W 18 in. D 19 in.
Italian Rocker
Located in Dronten, NL
Italian walnut rocking chair with woven rope seat.
Nice vintage condition with age appropriate wear.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rope, Walnut
H 41.34 in. W 23.23 in. D 29.53 in.
Natural Wood Gigi Sabadin "Pala" Chairs for Emme, Italy, 1973
By Gigi Sabadin, Emme
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern dining chairs in beechwood by Italian designer Gigi Sabadin, Emme 1973
The round rope-covered seat and high, narrow back rest give these
chairs an elegant and playful to...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 35.44 in. W 14.97 in. D 19.69 in.
Pair of Wishbone chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in bari, IT
Nordic style chairs by Hans Wegner for Frans & Sons
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 28.75 in. W 21.26 in. D 17.72 in.
Pecorini Florence Italy Midcentury Pair of Armchairs Seat with Braided Rope
Located in Firenze, IT
Pair of armchairs made with a high back with horizontal slats and armrests shaped in sculpted solid wood. Designed and executed by Gugliemo Pecorini Florence Italy in the early 1940s...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope
H 45.28 in. W 25.2 in. D 25.6 in.
Audoux Minet Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An Audoux Minet chair with wood legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 31.11 in. W 17.72 in. D 17.72 in.
Chair Jackie in Ashwood and Color Rope by Emilio Nanni
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
Hybridization is the concept on which the Jackie collection is based. Designed by Emilio Nanni, it is a chair in which the stable solid wood frame meets an inviting metal rod backres...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 31.5 in. W 18.51 in. D 17.52 in.
Set of Four Marzio Cecchi Model 'S' Chairs, Italy
Located in New York, NY
The famous model "S chair", an iconic and unique design by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most in Italy, circa early 1970s. Made of wicker rope, the graceful and sculptural "S" form is sup...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 50 in. W 24 in. D 24 in.
Italian Hand Painted Ashwood Chair "A Signurina - Palermo"
By MYOP, Antonio Aricò
Located in Palermo, IT
The vernacular archetype of the countryside chair has been redesigned by the Italian designer Antonio Aricò and made by MYOP, a Sicilian based family company, known around the world ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Ash, Wood
H 34.65 in. W 16.66 in. D 18.43 in.
Clever Folding Chair Woven Rope Cord Solid Wood 1960s Danish Modern
Located in National City, CA
Mid-Century Modern clever classic Danish modern folding chair constructed in solid wood with woven rope cord.
Chair has been restored and is in very good vintage preowned condition!...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 30 in. W 18 in. D 24 in.
Danish Wood and Woven Rope Chairs by N. Moller for J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik 1966
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish wood and woven rope chairs by N. Moller for J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik, 1966
Curved and shaped solid wood structure with original seat in woven rope chairs Mod. 79. Designed by...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 30.71 in. W 19.69 in. D 17.72 in.
Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Vintage Eight Superleggera Dining Chair, 1957 Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
A Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern vintage set of eight Superleggera dining chairs, which was designed 1957.
Superleggera stands in Italian for superlight. So the name speaks for the at...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Ash
H 32.68 in. W 15.95 in. D 18.31 in.
Chair Art, 0047 Genoa Metal Frame Varnish and Back in Woven Rope
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The Genoa chair collection, by talented young designer Cesare Ehr, featuring a stool and a chair with armrests, is also available in an outdoor version. The distinguishing element is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 28.75 in. W 16.54 in. D 18.9 in.
Marzio Cecchi Midcentury Banana Leaf "S chair" Italian Armchair for Most, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Famous "S chair" midcentury with a structure in metal banana leaf armchair. This amazing piece was designed by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most in Italy during 1970s.
This wonderful ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 48.04 in. W 25.6 in. D 33.47 in.
Francis Jourdain Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic wood and rope armchairs by French designer, Francis Jourdain, circa 1930.
Beautiful patina to wood and exceptional woven design.
Newly woven seats and newly refinished.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 31.5 in. W 23.75 in. D 25.5 in.
Audoux Minet Rope Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful pair of armchairs by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet.
Made in France, circa 1950s.
Fantastic patina to wood
Beechwood and abaca rope.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 32.75 in. W 23.25 in. D 28.75 in.
Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Chair
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner style chair.
Midcentury folding woven side chair rope/twine woven upholstery.
Lounge chair with wood frame. aka Rush Seat and back.
Size: 24 W x 30 D x...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in. W 24 in. D 30 in.
Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Oak with Woven Seat, Yugoslavia
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Folding lounge chair and ottoman made in Yugoslavia. Made of solid oak with woven seat. Very slight stain on edge of lounge seat, please see photo.
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 29 in. W 23.50 in. D 29 in.
Pair of Handmade Light Brown Wooden Sofa Chairs with String Rope Back and Seat
Located in Malaga, ES
Pair of handmade light brown wooden sofa hairs with string rope back and seat.
Category
2010s European Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 27.56 in. W 30.71 in. D 27.17 in.
Pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK1 Chairs, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Pair of PK1 chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen. With original roped seats.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 27.5 in. W 17.5 in. D 17.5 in.
Pair of Handmade Dark Wooden Sofa Chairs with String Rope Back and Seat
Located in Malaga, ES
Pair of handmade dark wooden sofa chairs with string rope back and seat.
Category
2010s European Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 27.56 in. W 30.71 in. D 27.17 in.
Gio Ponti 699 "Superleggera" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1957, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, IT
Gio Ponti 699 "Superleggera" dining chairs for Cassina, 1957, set of 8
In 1957 the Italian furniture manufacturer Amedeo Cassina added a new dining chair to its collection. It was...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Ash
H 32.68 in. W 16.93 in. D 18.9 in.
Ring-O Swing Chair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A splendid and delightful indoor-outdoor swing chair to relax and unwind, this piece is composed of two green intersecting rings made of aluminum and firmly welded and suspended with...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 48.43 in. W 48.43 in. D 18.9 in.
Audoux Minet Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s single chair by Paris designer - Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet.
Classic modern French design with rope seats and backs
French oak wood arms with fantastic patina.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 27.75 in. W 25.25 in. D 26.5 in.
Jac Van Den Bosch Attributed 't Binnenhuis Oak and Rope Armchair, circa 1910
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jac van den Bosch attributed, 't Binnenhuis, armchair, oak, rope, the Netherlands, circa 1910
This early Dutch lounge chair is executed in oak and is designed by 't Binnenhuis and a...
Category
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
H 30.52 in. W 24.02 in. D 24.81 in.
Midcentury Woven Folding Chair with Handles
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury 1960s folding chair with handles.
Complimentary delivery can be arranged for this item in NYC and surrounding areas.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 31 in. W 24 in. D 28 in.
Illum Wikkelso "Ringstol" Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of "Ringstol" lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark. Beautiful teak wood with rope seats.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Teak
H 26.75 in. W 31.25 in. D 27.5 in.
Natural wood Gigi Sabadin "Pala" Chairs for Emme, Italy, 1973
By Emme, Gigi Sabadin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern dining chairs in beechwood by Italian designer Gigi Sabadin, Emme 1973
The round rope-covered seat and high, narrow back rest give these
chairs an elegant and playful to...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 35.44 in. W 14.97 in. D 19.69 in.
4 'Bauhaus Style' Dining Chairs with Rope Weaving Seat & Back, 1970s
By Bauhaus
Located in Palermo, Palermo
4 'Bauhaus style' stackable dining chairs with rope weaving seat & back, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 29.53 in. W 19.69 in. D 17.72 in.
1940s Italian Design Gaudì Style Rope and Wood Pair of Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare model
Excellent condiction
Measures: H seat 43 cm.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 33.47 in. W 24.81 in. D 21.66 in.
Alf Svensson, Pair of Domus Lounge Chairs, DUX, 1950s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Uppsala, SE
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Alf Svensson for DUX / Ljungs Industrier and their furniture line Bra Bohag in the 1950s. The model was shown at the very well known H55 exhibition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.96 in. W 22.45 in. D 27.96 in.
Chair by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet for Vibo Vesoul, 1950s
Located in Lasne, BE
Braided rope and wooden chairs.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 33.08 in. W 17.72 in. D 20.87 in.
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European Rope Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of european rope chairs is available at 1stDibs. We have 53 antique and vintage european rope chairs in-stock, while there are 27 modern editions to choose from as well. European rope chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. European rope chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. European rope chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, Antonio Aricò and MYOP are consistently popular.
How Much are European Rope Chairs?
Prices for european rope chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, european rope chairs begin at $525 and can go as high as $15,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,525.
Finding the Right Chairs for You
Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the chair you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — antique and vintage Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.
“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames.
Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office.
A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
