Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?

Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

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1950s Upholstered Chairs

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

$6,600 / set

H 28.15 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

-century modern” will come up on practically any furniture retailer’s search pane despite the fact that

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair, Europe 1950s

$4,800

H 30.71 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in

European Mid-Century Modern Wood Chair Qty Avilable

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern wood Baumann Mondor style chair featuring a curved backrest with cut out details

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Wood Chair Qty Avilable

$480

H 31.75 in W 15.75 in D 19.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Mid-Century Modern northern Europe Red wooden chair, 1960s Chair in beech solid wood painted in

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s

$430

H 34.26 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid-Century Modern, a design movement devoted to timeless functionalism established itself in the

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s

$12,500 / set

H 34.65 in W 31.5 in D 34.26 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Beech Wood Legs, Europe 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

look that is harmonious and well-balanced. In general, qualities of European modern furniture

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Beech Wood Legs, Europe 1960s

$7,700

H 37.8 in W 29.93 in D 37.8 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Strongly influenced by the functional forms of the Bauhaus school in Germany, European mid-century

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

$7,700

H 37.41 in W 31.5 in D 37.01 in

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé with Oak Legs, Europe 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

modernism that captivated the essence of the era's design trends. These lounge chairs, mixing classic

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé with Oak Legs, Europe 1960s

$11,000 / set

H 32.09 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - newly upholstered - Height of seat 44 cm.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe

$646

H 34.26 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in

European Oak Deck Chair with Adjustable Backs, Europe ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This so-called “deck or cruise chair” is not only visually arresting, but also interesting thanks

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Oak Deck Chair with Adjustable Backs, Europe ca 1960s

$4,400

H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 34.26 in

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

-century modern rocking chair, portraying the design ethos of the period and giving the traditional rocking

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

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair, Europe Mid-20th Century

$6,950

H 30.52 in W 28.75 in D 35.44 in

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This elegant winged lounge chair is a great representation of the quality and craftsmanship of mid

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

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Fabric, Wood

European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s

$7,700

H 35.04 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in

European Easy Chairs in Lush Shearling, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

material familiarity of highly skilled craftsmen. These chairs in many ways transcend the word ‘modern

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

European Easy Chairs in Lush Shearling, Europe 1950s

$11,000 / set

H 29.93 in W 29.53 in D 32.09 in

Modernist Wooden Spinning Chair, Europe ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The ‘spinning chair’ is a historic type of seating with numerous modern interpretations across

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Modernist Wooden Spinning Chair, Europe ca 1960s

$2,200

H 40.36 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in

Mid-Century Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

artistry of the European cabinetmakers who defined mid-20th century modern seating. This duo is of the

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca

Mid-Century Modern Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Europe ca 1950s

$12,500 / set

H 27.76 in W 31.11 in D 31.5 in

Small Wood and Wicker Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe, Ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

become sought-after works again in the 21st century. This solid wood and wicker chair is a beautiful

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Small Wood and Wicker Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe, Ca 1950s

$1,400

H 23.43 in W 17.52 in D 15.75 in

Modern Wooden Lounge Chair with Upholstered Cushions, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

This lounge chair is a stunning embodiment of the design movement that revolutionized interiors

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

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Fabric, Wood

Modern Wooden Lounge Chair with Upholstered Cushions, Europe Mid-20th Century

$3,750

H 30.32 in W 24.61 in D 29.93 in

European Cabinetmaker Chairs Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

centre of the look, which further adds to the modern edge. In general, qualities of European modern

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Cabinetmaker Chairs Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1950s

$12,000 / set

H 34.45 in W 27.17 in D 27.37 in

European Easy Chairs Upholstered in Wool, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

pair of easy chairs were created during this period of creative overflow, with a typically European mid

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood, Wool

European Easy Chairs Upholstered in Wool, Europe ca 1950s

$4,750 / set

H 29.93 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in

A Pair of Oak Cocktail Chairs, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

chairs. The design of this pair is full of modern energy that has, and surely will continue to endure

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

A Pair of Oak Cocktail Chairs, Europe 1950s

$9,900 / set

H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 26.38 in

Pair of Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs, Europe 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

This elegant pair of lounge chairs is an interesting bridge between the 20th century’s earlier

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20th Century European Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs, Europe 20th Century

$9,950 / set

H 36.82 in W 29.93 in D 33.86 in

Pair of Modern Lounge Chairs with Upholstered Cushions, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

These lounge chairs are a stunning embodiment of the design movement that revolutionized interiors

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

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Modern Lounge Chairs with Upholstered Cushions, Europe Mid-20th Century

$7,500 / set

H 30.32 in W 24.61 in D 29.93 in

European Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Wooden Legs, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

cosy modern style, modelled on the European furniture of the 19th century, including the round edges

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

European Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Wooden Legs, Europe ca 1950s

$9,950 / set

H 33.27 in W 31.5 in D 30.32 in

Wood and Cognac Leather "Spanish Chairs", Europe, 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair of chairs might seem bold and rugged at first glance, however, at closer inspection, it

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Wood and Cognac Leather "Spanish Chairs", Europe, 1960s

$5,500 / set

H 27.76 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in

Mid-Century Sculpted Castle Chairs, Europe Ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid-Century Modern furniture have been mainly designed for the urban home in mind. With sleek

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Mid-Century Sculpted Castle Chairs, Europe Ca 1960s

$6,600 / set

H 43.31 in W 26.58 in D 35.24 in

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Beech, Bouclé

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Linen Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Linen Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Light Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Gray Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Pink Boucle Chair, Designed by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Among the many excellent European Mid-Century Modern designs, some were well-known for their flair

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s

$27,000 / set

H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 27.37 in

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe

$598 / item

H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Gray Boucle 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Textile, Beech

Gray Boucle 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

$837 / item

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

21st Century European Duran Rattan Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A more contemporary design for an indoor or undercover seating. This dining chair is handmade made

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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

21st Century European Duran Rattan Chair

$690 / item

H 31.75 in W 20.5 in D 25.25 in

Sculptural Patinated Oak Spinning Chair, Europe Ca Early 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

The ‘spinning chair’, this historic type of seating has had numerous modern interpretations across

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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Sculptural Patinated Oak Spinning Chair, Europe Ca Early 20th Century

$2,200

H 38.59 in W 14.57 in D 18.9 in

Sculptural Coconut Wood Chair, Europe Second half of the 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Crafted in the second half of the 20th century, this chair represents the attention on exploring

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Coconut

Sculptural Coconut Wood Chair, Europe Second half of the 20th Century

$8,800

H 23.82 in W 23.43 in D 24.81 in

Wood Turned Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Europe Ca 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

new forms, and techniques. At the same time, especially in Europe, the modernist design movement was

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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rush, Wood

Wood Turned Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Europe Ca 1940s

$3,950 / set

H 33.47 in W 18.31 in D 16.15 in

21st Century European Alder Teakwood Side Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The hand crafted primitive side chair is made out of reclaimed teak wood and adds a rustic touch to

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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

21st Century European Alder Teakwood Side Chair

$495 / item

H 36.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Rustic Solid Pine Chairs with Carved Backs, Europe early 20th century

Located in Utrecht, NL

chairs tell a story of craftsmanship, history, and the timeless appeal of rustic beauty. These chairs

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Early 20th Century European Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic Solid Pine Chairs with Carved Backs, Europe early 20th century

$3,300 / set

H 28.15 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in

Vintage Orange Heart Velvet Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Beech

Vintage Orange Heart Velvet Chair, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Light Bouclé Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Unique and beautiful chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Midcentury Light Bouclé Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Pink Bouclé 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Midcentury Pink Bouclé 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

$837 / item

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Twelve Light Boucle Heart Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A set of 12 chairs type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Twelve Light Boucle Heart Chairs, Europe, 1960s

$8,376 / set

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century

Located in Utrecht, NL

The artistic flair is apparent with this set of four dining chairs. The design uses elements of

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

Materials

Wood

Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century

$2,200 / set

H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 20.67 in

Dark Green Velvet 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Dark Green Velvet 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

$837 / item

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Europe 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

European furniture from the 20th century revolutionised the history of what we consider modern

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Europe 20th Century

$5,500 / set

H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 25.2 in

Modern "Margery-Chair" by Supaform

By Supaform

Located in Florence, IT

This is a new chair by Supaform, which was designed as a chair for usual needs and it can be used

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern "Margery-Chair" by Supaform

$2,400 Sale Price / item

20% Off

H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in

20th Century Gray Chair, Poland, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful chair called "stick insect" produced in the 1960s after a complete upholstery and

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

20th Century Gray Chair, Poland, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 14.97 in

Six Upholstered Beech Dining Chairs by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This set of six dining chairs has an elegant appearance combined with distinctive design elements

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Six Upholstered Beech Dining Chairs by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

$7,700 / set

H 33.47 in W 18.9 in D 22.05 in

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This individualistic chair possesses a look that is eternally relevant regardless of current trends

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Europe 1950s

$5,500

H 32.68 in W 32.29 in D 30.32 in

Modern "Homy-Chair" by Supaform

By Supaform

Located in Florence, IT

This chair is a part of an imaginary scene, which was designed by Supaform in 2019. Thanks to a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern "Homy-Chair" by Supaform

$2,400 Sale Price / item

20% Off

H 26.78 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Scandinavian Modern Plywood Dining Chairs, 1970s

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Antwerp, BE

Crafted from durable beech plywood, these chairs epitomize solidity and style, offering a refined

Category

Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Scandinavian Modern Plywood Dining Chairs, 1970s

$580 / item

H 37.8 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in

Modern "Normative-Chair" with Upholstery

By Supaform

Located in Florence, IT

uniqueness at the same time. This Modern chair is made of high quality wood (with a pronounced fiber pattern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Modern "Normative-Chair" with Upholstery

$3,200 Sale Price / item

20% Off

H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in

Mid-Century Chocolate Brown 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Mid-Century Chocolate Brown 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Mid-Century Yellow Mustard 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Mid-Century Yellow Mustard 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in

Midcentury Plum Violet Velvet Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy

Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Midcentury Plum Violet Velvet Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s

$717 / item

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

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Modern European Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of modern European chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, all modern European chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 903 antique and vintage modern European chairs in-stock, while there are 196 modern editions to choose from as well. Modern European chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern modern European chairs are consistently popular styles. Modern European chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa and Arne Jacobsen are consistently popular.

How Much are Modern European Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,959, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $162,266 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Modern European Chairs

Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

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