Fiberglass Hand Chair
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Fiberglass
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2010s Chinese Modern Lounge Chairs
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Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Paint, Lacquer, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Finnish Chairs
Fiberglass
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass, Paint
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Resin, Fiberglass, Foam
1990s Finnish Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Fiberglass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Beech
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Beech
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Beech, Fiberglass
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Beech
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Beech
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Beech
2010s Portuguese Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Resin, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Swivel Chairs
Iron
2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Resin
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass, Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Resin
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Wrought Iron
Early 2000s American Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Club Chairs
Resin, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Club Chairs
Resin, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Club Chairs
Resin, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Club Chairs
Resin, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
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Iron
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Steel, Chrome
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Materials: Plastic Furniture
Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.
From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.
When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.
Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.
Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To restore an Eames fiberglass chair, wash it gently with a soft bristle brush and dish soap in warm water. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe off the soap, and then dry with another cloth. You can use a safe wax for fiberglass to enhance the shine. Shop a collection of Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify an Eames fiberglass chair, flip it over and check the underside of the seat for a label. What information appears on the label varies, but most will say "The Herman Miller Furniture Company" and "Charles Eames." You may also see "Zenith Plastics," a reference to the company that manufactured the fiberglass. Some chairs made during the 1960s may have the Herman Miller name in raised letters directly on the seat. Newer chairs may display a "Vitra" label instead of "Herman Miller." A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help with the identification process. Find a selection of Eames fiberglass chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify a Herman Miller fiberglass chair, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat. All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair. Because there are many convincing reproductions out there, you may also wish to have a certified appraiser assist you with the authentication process. Find authentic Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
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