What is a Windsor back chair?

A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.

What is the back of a chair called?

The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a splat back chair?

A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.

What is a yoke back chair?

Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.

What is a bow back chair?

A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a channel back chair?

A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.

What is a lyre back chair?

A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.

What is a low back chair?

A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a comb back chair?

A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a balloon back chair?

A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a sling back chair?

A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.

What is a spoon back chair?

A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.

What are rounded back chairs called?

Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.

What is a high back office chair?

A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.

When were cane back chairs popular?

While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

When were balloon back chairs made?

Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.

How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?

Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.

How do you upholster a channel back chair?

To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What era are ladder back chairs from?

Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.

What era are balloon back chairs?

Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.

Floating Back Chair

Jeanneret Cushion

Milo Baughman Chrome Barrel Chairs

Jeanneret Style

Architecture Chair

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair

Set Of Audoux Minet Chairs

Pierre Jeanneret Teak Armchair

Jeanerret Dining Chair

Pierre Jeanneret, Teak, Cane, Four Floating Back Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s

$30,000 / set

Pierre Jeanneret, Teak, Cane, Four Floating Back Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Four Floating Back Dining or Arm Chairs, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare set of 4 (four), model PJ-SI-28-A, floating back dining chairs ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Floating Back Office Chairs

$52,800

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Floating Back Office Chairs

Located in New York, NY

His work combined European modernist principles with Indian materials and craftsmanship, resulting in furniture that was both functional and architecturally expressive. The Set of 4 ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Black Ash, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

$2,495 / item

Black Ash, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer Eugenio Escudero from the the 1950s.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Pair of Minimalist Floating Back Cube Chairs in Blue Velvet

$8,500 / set

Pair of Minimalist Floating Back Cube Chairs in Blue Velvet

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of stunning lounge chairs. Features a floating cut-out backrest and chromed steel base. Upholstered in blue velvet. These chairs would complement any Regency, Mid-Century Modern...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

$2,495 / item

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer Eugenio Escudero from the the 195...

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Mid-Century Pair of T-Back “Floating Cube” Lounge Chairs Milo Baughman Style — C

$7,500 / set

Mid-Century Pair of T-Back “Floating Cube” Lounge Chairs Milo Baughman Style — C

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Striking pair of large T-back lounge chairs in the Milo Baughman style, circa 1970s. ( they have no label or maker’s mark).

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back V-Leg Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigarh

$25,000

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back V-Leg Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous pair of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs designed in the 1950s. These chairs have a floating back and V-leg frame.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Special Pierre Jeanneret Student Chair

$15,000

Special Pierre Jeanneret Student Chair

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Similar to the folding kangaroo chair or the floating back easy chair, this unmarked student chair is a genuine variant, an outlier.

Category

20th Century Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Cassina “Luisa” Chair by Franco Albini

$1,700

Cassina “Luisa” Chair by Franco Albini

By Franco Albini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully constructed chair with floating back design. Signed by Cassina.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iron Rod Side Chair, Paul McCobb / Arbuck Manner

$210Sale Price|28% Off

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iron Rod Side Chair, Paul McCobb / Arbuck Manner

Located in Trenton, NJ

The chair presents the characteristic formal resolution of this idiom: a minimal black iron rod frame of four angled legs and considered cross-bracing supporting a generously padded ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black Satin Chair with Dark Blue Tweed Upholstery, One Piece In Stock

$2,495 / item

Black Satin Chair with Dark Blue Tweed Upholstery, One Piece In Stock

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perfect for a desk or dressing table chair. A striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Set of J. Stuart Clingman Dining Chairs for Widdicomb

$4,800 / set

Set of J. Stuart Clingman Dining Chairs for Widdicomb

Located in New York, NY

Stuart Clingman dining chairs with floating back panel suspended by brass fittings and distinctive back legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-A

$14,400 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-A

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in San Francisco, CA

This pair of floating back office chairs were used throughout the decades in various administrative buildings in Chandigarh, India.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Modern 'Wishbone' Chair

$400

Modern 'Wishbone' Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This modern armchair takes its beautiful design from the iconic mid-century master Hans Wegner, and his Wishbone chair. The floating back rest flows to the arms and down the legs.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Recent Sales

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 10 Floating Back Chairs Ca. 1960 from Chandigarh

Unavailable

H 32.5 in W 20.25 in D 21.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 10 Floating Back Chairs Ca. 1960 from Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

A set of 10 Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chairs in a beautiful natural teak color.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak, Upholstery

Rosewood Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair, 1950s

Unavailable

H 31 in W 20.25 in D 18.5 in

Rosewood Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in New York, NY

Rare rosewood "sissoo" Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chair with excellent patina.

Category

20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Numbered Pierre Jeanneret Model Pj-Si-28-A Floating Back Office Chair, 1950s

Unavailable

H 32 in W 20.25 in D 21 in

Numbered Pierre Jeanneret Model Pj-Si-28-A Floating Back Office Chair, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Numbered Pierre Jeanneret Model Pj-Si-28-A Floating Back Office Chair, 1950s, Chandigarh, India.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Modern Windsor chair by Erickson Woodworking in walnut

Unavailable

H 43 in W 19 in D 24 in

Modern Windsor chair by Erickson Woodworking in walnut

By Erickson Woodworking

Located in Nevada City, CA

The Reyes Chair by Erickson Woodworking is a hand-carved, comfortable, fully sculpted dining chair, featuring Erickson Woodworking's signature flexible floating back.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

The Mejia Dining Chair In Solid Walnut by Thomas Hayes Studio

Unavailable

H 33 in W 17 in D 20 in

The Mejia Dining Chair In Solid Walnut by Thomas Hayes Studio

Located in Hollywood, CA

A sculptural dining chair in solid wood available for custom order by Thomas Hayes Studio inspired by the designs of Martin Eisler with comfortable upholstered seat and floating back.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 8 Office Cane Chairs Ca. 1955-1960 from Chandigarh

Unavailable

H 32 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 8 Office Cane Chairs Ca. 1955-1960 from Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

A beautiful set of 8 Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chairs in solid teak. All chairs are in good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T circa 1955 Chair 4

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T circa 1955 Chair 4

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Magnificent mid century Pierre Jeanneret Model PJ-010100T ‘Floating Back’ Office Chair Chandigarh Circa 195...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Chair 1

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Chair 1

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Magnificent mid century Pierre Jeanneret Model PJ-010100T ‘Floating Back’ Office Chair Chandigarh Circa 195...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Chair 2

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Chair 2

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T circa 1955 Chair 3

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Model PJ-010100T circa 1955 Chair 3

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chair Model PJ-010100T Circa 1955 Magnificent mid century Pierre Jeanneret Model PJ-010100T ‘floating back' office chair Chandigarh Circa 195...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Set of Four, circa 1955

Unavailable

H 30 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Office Chair Set of Four, circa 1955

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chair set of four Circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Model PJ-SI-28-A Floating Back Office Chairs Circa 1955

Unavailable

H 32 in W 20 in D 19.75 in

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Model PJ-SI-28-A Floating Back Office Chairs Circa 1955

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret model PJ-SI-28-A floating back office chairs circa 1955 Fabulous pair of mid twentieth century Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A ‘Floating Back’ office chairs C...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Office Chair from Chandigarh

Unavailable

H 29.75 in W 48.5 in D 33 in

Pierre Jeanneret Desk and Office Chair from Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

One of the most desirables and hard to find desk model from Pierre Jeannette, presented with a floating back office chair (Ca 1960) also by the known designer.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane

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H 31 in W 20 in D 21 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane, PJ-SI-28-A, 1950s These chairs have been lightly washed and polished.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with fabric upholstered seat & back. Letter : CCA/CH/45 (Chandigarh College of Arc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Faux Leather

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with fabric upholstered seat & back. Letter : CCA/CH/44 (Chandigarh College of Arc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with fabric upholstered seat & back. Letter : CCA/CH/41 (Chandigarh College of Arc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in

Cushion Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with fabric upholstered seat & back. Letter : CCA/CH/35 (Chandigarh College of Arc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with hand-woven bamboo-rattan seat & back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 19.3 in

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with hand-woven bamboo-rattan seat & back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Barrel Back Chairs

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H 26.5 in W 29.25 in D 29 in

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Barrel Back Chairs

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of Milo Baughman flat bar chrome frame floating barrel back lounge chairs. Timeless yet very much of their time.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs

Outstanding Mid-Century Modernist Floating Klismos Back Swivel Chair

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H 26 in Dm 31 in

Outstanding Mid-Century Modernist Floating Klismos Back Swivel Chair

Located in New York, NY

This outstanding Mid-Century Modernist floating Klismos back swivel chair features new platinum velvet upholstery, a low profile, clean modern lines and inset ebonized conical legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Gio Ponti Inspired Floating High Back Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s

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H 36 in W 25 in D 30 in

Gio Ponti Inspired Floating High Back Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s

By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi

Located in Westport, CT

A very unique pair of high back lounge chairs original from Italy, circa 1950s.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman Barrel Back Chair Floating in a Chrome Base

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H 22.5 in W 37 in D 28 in

Milo Baughman Barrel Back Chair Floating in a Chrome Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic floating chair in a chrome base designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube T-Back Lounge Chairs

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H 25 in W 24.25 in D 24.25 in

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube T-Back Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Milo Baughman T-Back lounge chairs. Chairs are in great vintage condition and have been newly upholstered in rosewater velvet. The chrome is in good condition with some mild ...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Jeanneret Floating Back Armchair

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H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in

Jeanneret Floating Back Armchair

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Vosselaar, BE

This type is known as the Floating Back Armchair. The typical V legs are beautifully proportioned with the seat and back.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Floating back lounge chairs in teak and Cane, 1950s

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H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 28.35 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating back lounge chairs in teak and Cane, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Extremely Rare Pierre Jeanneret “Fauteuil en Teck”, floating back lounge chairs, created in the 1950s for the city of Chandigarh in India, the utopian city designed by his cousin Le ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Set of Three Mid Century Modern Floating Upholstered Barrel Back Chairs

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H 29 in W 25 in D 25 in

Set of Three Mid Century Modern Floating Upholstered Barrel Back Chairs

Located in West Hartford, CT

Set of three matching mid or post modern barrel back upholstered chairs. Elegant neutral fabric will work in almost any environment. Defined by a hugging back and soft curved edges. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Teak and Cane Floating Back Pj-si-28-a Chairs from Chandigarh

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H 30.5 in W 20.25 in D 19.75 in

Pierre Jeanneret Teak and Cane Floating Back Pj-si-28-a Chairs from Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Chicago, IL

A set of eight Floating Back Armchairs called office cane chair by Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967) from Chandigarh.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Danish Midcentury Floating Back Lounge Chair in the Style of Otto Schulz

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H 37.75 in W 29 in D 29 in

Danish Midcentury Floating Back Lounge Chair in the Style of Otto Schulz

By Fritz Hansen, Otto Schulz

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Schulz was know for his floating back designs as seen in this chair although the armrests on this chair are more in the style of a typical Fritz Hansen design.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair Milo Baugman for Thayer Coggin T-Back Cube Floating Lounge Chairs

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H 29 in W 30 in D 31 in

Pair Milo Baugman for Thayer Coggin T-Back Cube Floating Lounge Chairs

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Sarasota, FL

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin T-back lounge chairs in new rainbow upholstery. Very comfortable pair of chairs that have undergone new upholstery, decking and foam. Label...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Pierre Jeanneret, Teak, Cane, Six Floating Back Dining Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s

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H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret, Teak, Cane, Six Floating Back Dining Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Floating Back Dining Chairs, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare set of 6 (six), model PJ-SI-28-A, floating back dining chairs by Pierre...

Category

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

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Floating Back Dining Chairs, Teak

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H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 20.5 in

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Floating Back Dining Chairs, Teak

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Ten Floating Back Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane Rare and important set of ten (10) floating back dining chairs by Pierre Jeanneret c. 1960s,...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Four Authentic Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Arm Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

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H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 19 in

Four Authentic Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Arm Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Four (4) authentic Pierre Jeanneret floating back arm chairs, Mid-Century Modern Each with markings indicating provenance - These are authentic and directly from Chandigarh, India.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Black Floating Back Office Chair, Circa 1950s, Chandigarh

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H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 21.86 in

Pierre Jeanneret Black Floating Back Office Chair, Circa 1950s, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Rare black floating back office chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Danish Early Mid-Century Low Floating Back Lounge Chair in Oak New Fabric, 1940s

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H 29 in W 25 in D 26 in

Danish Early Mid-Century Low Floating Back Lounge Chair in Oak New Fabric, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superb Danish late Art Deco early mid-century chair from the early 1940s with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid oak with great grain and patina. We...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Modern Open Frame Club Chairs w/Floating Seat & Back in Oak & Teal Fabric a Pair

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H 29.75 in W 31.25 in D 30 in

Modern Open Frame Club Chairs w/Floating Seat & Back in Oak & Teal Fabric a Pair

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage modern oak open frame club chairs with a floating upholstered seat & back in teal fabric, a pair.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rare Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair with Floating Back Rest c.1926

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H 33.5 in W 24 in D 25 in

Rare Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair with Floating Back Rest c.1926

Located in San Francisco, CA

The floating back rest tilts and the chair swivels, tilts back and the height is adjustable.

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Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Jens Risom High Back Walnut Arm Chair

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H 37 in W 26.5 in D 29 in

Vintage Jens Risom High Back Walnut Arm Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Floating Walnut Frame High back arm chair. Jens Risom model C130.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair Danish Inspired Teak Floating Back Arm Chairs

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H 34 in W 26 in D 24 in

Pair Danish Inspired Teak Floating Back Arm Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of inspired design teak wood arm chairs with box cushioned seat and floating panel back covered in heathered oatmeal linen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Linen

Milo Baughman Barrel Back Chair Floating in a Chrome Base

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Milo Baughman Barrel Back Chair Floating in a Chrome Base

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic floating chair in a chrome base designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Finn Juhl for Baker 51 Chair Walnut and Vinyl danish mid century modern

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H 31.75 in W 22 in D 20.5 in

Finn Juhl for Baker 51 Chair Walnut and Vinyl danish mid century modern

By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A beautiful example with Finn Juhl’s signature details, including horned tips, exaggerated exposed hardware, angled stretcher, guitar pick shaped back and floating seat. This chair...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Ten Authentic Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Arm Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

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H 19 in W 19.75 in

Ten Authentic Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Arm Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Ten authentic Pierre Jeanneret floating back arm chairs, Mid-Century Modern Each with markings indicating provenance - These are authentic and directly from Chandigarh, India.

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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs with Carved Legs, 1950s

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H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 19.3 in

Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs with Carved Legs, 1950s

By F.P. Fratelli Proserpio 1, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in London, GB

The chairs have floating backs of teak-faced ply, with metal spacers, and carved front legs.

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

Materials

Metal

Leather swivel chair by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius

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H 33.47 in W 28.35 in D 24.81 in

Leather swivel chair by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius

By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm

Located in Utrecht, NL

Swivel arm chair with 'floating' back and seat by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius on signature tripod base with floor glides.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Milo Baughman - Lounge Chairs

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H 29 in W 30 in D 31.75 in

Milo Baughman - Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of low chrome and upholstered floating lounge chairs with a back rest of a separate cushion.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Pair of Arm Chairs

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H 30.5 in W 25.5 in D 27.5 in

Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Pair of Arm Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Baughman's open armed lounge chairs with floating back and square tubular frames of chromed steel.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Six Mid Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane, 1950s

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H 31 in W 20 in D 21 in

Six Mid Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Chairs, Teak, Cane, Set of 6, PJ-SI-28-A, 1950s These chairs have been lightly washed and polished.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

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H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in

Floating Back Chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1955-56

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with hand-woven bamboo-rattan seat & back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Barrel Back Tufted Floating Chair

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H 28.5 in W 32.5 in D 28 in

Barrel Back Tufted Floating Chair

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in South Charleston, WV

This chair model has been attributed to various designers from Lawrence Peabody to Milo Baughman, but none of these attributions have been confirmed. It is a beautiful chair that wil...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Impressive Milo Baughman Floating Barrel Back Chairs

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H 27 in W 31 in D 28 in

Impressive Milo Baughman Floating Barrel Back Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four Mid-Century Modern rounded lounge chairs with thick and very heavy metal frame. Great architectural lines with unusual scallop-like back.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Floating Barrel Back Lounge Chairs by Lawrence Peabody

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H 27 in W 31 in D 29 in

Floating Barrel Back Lounge Chairs by Lawrence Peabody

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in Westport, CT

Set of floating barrel chairs designed by Lawrence Peabody, circa 1950s. Walnut bases fully restored to their original dark tone. Organically designed, low profile and extremely c...

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

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube T-Back Lounge Chairs

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H 29 in W 31 in D 31 in

Pair of Milo Baughman Floating Cube T-Back Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Milo Baughman floating cube T-back chrome lounge chairs. Upholstery and chrome finish are in good vintage condition with wear due to use and age, circa 1970s Dimensions: 3...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

French Mid-Century, Ten Floating Back Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane

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H 31 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in

French Mid-Century, Ten Floating Back Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of Ten Pierre Jeanneret, attributed, Dining or Arm Chairs, French Mid-Century Modern, Floating Back Each with markings indicating provenance - These are directly from Chandigarh...

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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Otto Schulz attributed Lounge Chair with Floating Back and Oak Frame in Mohair

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H 32.5 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in

Otto Schulz attributed Lounge Chair with Floating Back and Oak Frame in Mohair

By Otto Schulz

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic 1940s Otto Schulz attributed lounge chair made sometime in the 1930s or 1940s in Sweden. The style is typical of Schulz with the separation between the seat and back rest. ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Mohair

Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-28-a Set of 2 Floating Back Authentic Mid-Century Modern

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H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 18.9 in

Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-28-a Set of 2 Floating Back Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Hasselt, VLI

An amazing pair of authentic PJ-SI-28-A floating back office cain chairs by Pierre Jeanneret - One with aluminum detail, both weaved with rare Japanese dark cane.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Pair of DU24A Side Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima

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H 33 in W 17 in D 22 in

Rare Pair of DU24A Side Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima

By Gastone Rinaldi

Located in New York, NY

Sculptural side chairs of black iron frames with floating seat and back.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Side Chairs

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Paul Laszlo

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H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 22 in

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Paul Laszlo

By Paul Laszlo

Located in New York, NY

Sculptural Bleached Wood Dining Chairs with Floating Backs. Sturdy and Graceful, these are one of Laszlo's Signiture Dining Chair Designs.

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Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Pair of T-Back Lounge Chairs

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H 29 in W 26 in D 26 in

Pair of T-Back Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unusual yet very comfortable chairs with floating backs. Reupholstered.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Armchair

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H 31 in W 19.5 in L 31 in

Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back Armchair

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original teak and wicker floating back armchair with cushion, designed by Pierre Jeanneret for the famous Modernist capital city of Chandigarh, India that was designed by Le Corbusie...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Set of 4 Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-B

$17,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28.3 in W 19.3 in D 19.7 in

Set of 4 Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-B

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in San Francisco, CA

This set of 4 office chairs were used throughout the decades in various administrative buildings in Chandigarh, India. Small chips and scratches can be found throughout each piece, a...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs

$19,025 / set

H 19.69 in W 19.3 in D 28.35 in

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Soho, London, GB

Pair of office chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1950s

$29,950 / set

H 29 in W 21 in D 25 in

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1950s Pair of rare Pierre Jeanneret 'X', easy armchairs. These chairs have been lightly washed and polished....

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Upholstered Armchairs in Teak

$60,800Sale Price / set|29% Off

H 28 in W 23 in D 31 in

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Upholstered Armchairs in Teak

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A true rarity to find a matching pair of scarce Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A crossed leg upholstered armchairs. This pair is made from solid teak wood and has been sympathetically r...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s

$70,000 / set

H 32 in W 28 in D 29 in

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Upholstered Bridge chairs, Mid-Century Modern, Model PJ-SI-42-A. Chic pair o...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, 12 Box Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane

$84,000 / set

H 30.25 in W 19.5 in D 20.25 in

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, 12 Box Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Box Chairs, 12 Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare and important large set of twelve (12) box chairs by Pierre Je...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Set Of 4 Pierre Jeanneret ‘Committee’ Chairs, model No. PJ-SI-30-A

$61,152 / set

H 33.86 in W 26.38 in D 24.02 in

Set Of 4 Pierre Jeanneret ‘Committee’ Chairs, model No. PJ-SI-30-A

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in London, Charterhouse Square

Set of 4 Pierre Jeanneret “office Chair” or “Committee Chair”, circa 1959-1960. Teak and faux leather. Intended for: High court, legislative assembly and various administrative build...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Stadium Lounge Chairs

$48,000 / set

H 31 in W 21.75 in D 29 in

Pierre Jeanneret Stadium Lounge Chairs

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A pair or unique "Stadium" chairs by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1956. These chairs are 2 of only 3 known (I have the other single if needed). They were cre...

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, original armchairs SI-49-A, Mid-Century Modern

$52,000 / set

H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 25.99 in

Pierre Jeanneret, original armchairs SI-49-A, Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stockholm, SE

This iconic original and very rare armchair SI-49-A by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. Made insolid teak with leather. Authentic Mid Century piece. With its raw simplicity it ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

$69,100 / set

H 23.63 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...

Category

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

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Chairs

$47,562

H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 25.6 in

Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Chairs

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Uxbridge, GB

A matched original pair of Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Chairs, dating from circa 1955 and purchased from a private residence in Chandigarh, India. The Kangaroo Chair is one of Jeanner...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane, Chandigarh, India, 1960s

$42,000

H 30.25 in W 19.5 in D 20.25 in

Pierre Jeanneret, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane, Chandigarh, India, 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Armchairs, Teak, Cane, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare and important set of six (6) model PJ-SI-53-A 'Box' chairs by Pierre J...

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Cane, Teak

Pair of 1970's large dark blue leather armchairs on steel bases, by Durlet

$5,734 / set

H 23.63 in W 41.74 in D 35.44 in

Pair of 1970's large dark blue leather armchairs on steel bases, by Durlet

By Jacques Charpentier

Located in London, GB

A pair of fantastic large and low dark blue leather armchairs on thick steel bases, manufactured by Durlet Belgium. Some wear to the leather and minor scuffs and scratches to the lea...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Pierre Jeanneret “Box” Armchairs

$48,000 / set

H 30.5 in W 21 in D 21 in

Set of 6 Pierre Jeanneret “Box” Armchairs

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful set of six "box" armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret, circa late 1950s. These chairs show some the most intricate caning we've ever seen on Jeanneret chairs. Please look careful...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Chairs with Cushion, Set of 6

$49,920 / set

H 32.5 in W 16.25 in D 19.25 in

Pierre Jeanneret Chairs with Cushion, Set of 6

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of six teak and cane dining chairs by Pierre Jeanneret from the Chandigarh furniture program, circa mid-twentieth century. Compact rectangular woven backs and seats are carried o...

Category

20th Century Indian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Chairs PJ-SI-28-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

$24,700 / set

H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Chairs PJ-SI-28-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...

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$1,352 / item

H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

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- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...

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$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

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By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.

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Located in Westwood, NJ

A Mid-Century Modern style canopy bed with a dramatic vertical slat back design. It has an architecturally inspired design that features Rich Walnut vertical slats, warmly contrasted...

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Located in New York, NY

Circa 1930's French gilt metal leaves shape light fixtures with 5 lights

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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

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H 33 in W 69 in D 32 in

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Located in New York, NY

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$80,000

H 14.25 in W 68 in D 34 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-S8-B

$12,496

H 29.53 in W 20.28 in D 15.75 in

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By Pierre Jeanneret

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An original office teak and cane chair. India, Chandigarh, c1955. Characteristic compass legs. Original stencilling to the reverse. Model: PJ-SI-28-B Remains in go...

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Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh

$59,000 / set

H 31 in W 14.25 in D 19.75 in

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Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh Set of six Pierre Jeanneret armless upholstered dining chairs, Model PJ-SI-25-E. Rare set of six uph...

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$3,800

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Located in High Point, NC

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H 36.23 in W 24.02 in D 28.35 in

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$20,280 / set

H 31.5 in W 17.5 in D 21 in

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$902,001

H 36.82 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in

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By Finn Juhl

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The Chieftain easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder in Denmark in the early 1960s, stands as one of the most revered and iconic pieces in...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

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Floating Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic floating back chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every floating back chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect floating back chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right floating back chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made floating back chair over the years, but those crafted by Pierre Jeanneret, Milo Baughman and Lawrence Peabody are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Floating Back Chair?

Prices for a floating back chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,499 and can go as high as $63,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,800.

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 Floating Back Chair

What is a Windsor back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
What is the back of a chair called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a splat back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
What is a yoke back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
What is a bow back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a channel back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
What is a lyre back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
What is a low back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a comb back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a balloon back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a sling back chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
What is a spoon back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
What are rounded back chairs called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
What is a high back office chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
When were cane back chairs popular?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
When were balloon back chairs made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
How do you upholster a channel back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What era are ladder back chairs from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.
What era are balloon back chairs?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.

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