Mid-Century Modern Stakmore Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Stakmore Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This elegant set of four Mid-Century Modern Stakmore folding dining chairs perfectly blends form, function, and timeless design. Crafted in the 1950s–60s, each chair features a beaut...
Brass
Set of Six (6) Arrben Italy Black Leather Folding Chairs
By Arrben
Located in North Miami, FL
Rare postmodern set of six folding chairs manufactured by Arrben, Italy, 1970's.
Chrome
Mid Century Red Black Vintage Folding Dining Chairs Marcello Cuneo, 1970, Italy
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Vienna, AT
This set of foldable dining chairs appear elegant and timeless.
Metal
Tamara Folding Chair by Arrben Italy 1970s Chrome Frame & Red Leather, Vintage
Located in Hannover, DE
Tamara Folding Chair by Arrben, Italy, 1970s Only 1 chair available. Elegant Tamara folding chair by Arrben, Italy, dating from the 1970s. Features a chrome-plated metal frame pair...
Metal
$5,800 / set
Set of Four Italian Modern Folding Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A study in restraint and attitude, this set of four mid-20th-century Italian Modern folding chairs captures the era’s genius for making utility feel glamorous. The iron frames, elega...
Iron
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Eight Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather Vintage, 20th Century
By Cattelan Italia
Located in France, FR
Eight folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Very good condition with very minor si...
Steel
Mid Century Dyrlund Folding Chair
By Dyrlund
Located in BAARLO, LI
A folding chair from the Danish design manufacturer Dyrlund from Denmark. It is rare to find a solidly built Danish folding chair that is both stylish, elegant, and comfortable. The ...
Faux Leather, Teak
Fold Upholstered Dining Room Chair by Lagu
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
With its refined lines and compact form, the Fold Chair reflects the minimalist elegance of the Fold series. Designed to suit contemporary interiors, it offers a unique balance of co...
Textile, Faux Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 13.98 in W 24.22 in D 17.72 in
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Folding Chair by E. Kold Christensen A/S, Denmark, 1961
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL
Rare PK 91 stool designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen A / S Denmark in 1961. Given the age of this stool it is still in very good condition. The seat has been re-upholst...
Chrome, Metal
Sold
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Eight Mid Century Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather
By Cattelan Italia
Located in Labrit, Landes
Eight folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Measures: H 31.11 in. x W 16.54 in. x...
Metal
Vintage Leather Folding Chairs, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Charming foldable leather chairs with red lacquered metal frames. Sometimes also referred to as director or safari chairs. They have a beautiful look, manufactured from camel c...
Metal
Pair of Modern Lübke Black Leather and Chrome Folding Dining Chairs
By Lübke
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of gorgeous black leather folding chairs by Lübke with a chrome "A" frames. Wonderful addition to any space looking for a modernist touch.
Chrome
Sold
H 35.24 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in
Set of 6 Heritage Aged Brown Leather Directors Folding Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning set of six Directors armchairs with aged brown leather that fold away A very good looking and well made set, they all fold away as...
Leather
Sold
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Two Midcentury Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather Four Pairs
By Cattelan Italia
Located in Labrit, Landes
Two folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s selling as 4 pairs Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Measures: H 31.11...
Metal
Mid century french leather foldable chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 foldable leather and iron dining chairs. Nicely patinated iron frames with thick black sling leather upholstery.
Metal
Set of Eight Vintage Mid-Century Folding Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight vintage Mid-Century folding dining chairs. Attributed to Norquist Coronet wonderfold.
Leather, Wood
Vintage Leather Folding Chairs Set of 2, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Charming foldable leather chairs with chrome frames. Sometimes also referred to as director or safari chairs. They have a beautiful look, brown leather seats, backrests and arm...
Chrome
Sold
H 35.04 in W 21.26 in L 35.04 in
Set of Seven 1970s Spanish Leather & Wood Fire Inscribed Folding Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of seven 1970s Spanish leather and wood fire inscribed folding chairs, with bronze caps.
Bronze
Vintage 1970 Tamara Model Folding Leather and Chrome Chairs by Arrben
By Arrben
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set of vintage Italian Tamara chairs made by Arrben. Sleek and modern with polished chrome frames and black saddle leather. Includes the original seat spring construction. M...
Chrome
Sold
H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Vintage 1960s Italian Set of Six Chrome and Leather Folding Chairs by Elios
By Elios
Located in San Antonio, TX
This set of ten vintage Italian chrome and leather folding chairs by Elios are in overall good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Brilliant chrome frame. Aged natural leath...
Chrome
Midcentury Coronet Folding Chairs from Norquist, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern folding chairs model Coronet by Norquist. Designed and made in the 1960s these charming folding chairs are very well made. Teak frames with black sk...
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.3 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Mobel Italia 1950s Luisa Leather Folding Dining Chair by Marcello Cuneo
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Rochester, England
A masterpiece of Italian mid-century design, the Mobel Italia 1950s Luisa Folding Dining Chair by Marcello Cuneo epitomizes functional elegance.
Steel
Sold
H 31.25 in W 19 in D 19 in
Ten French Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen
By Guy Lefevre
Located in New York, NY
Ten French Mid-Century Modern leather folding chairs for dining in a sleek modern form including chic saber legs; luxuriously appointed in nickel with angled brass sabots and brass h...
Brass
Sold
H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 17.75 in
Tamara by Arrben Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Leather Folding Chairs, a Pair
By Arrben
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of chrome and leather folding dining chairs by Arrben, Italy, circa 1970s.
Chrome
1970s, Leather and Wooden Folding Chair
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s leather and wooden folding chair.
Leather, Wood
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Iron
Sold
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
Set of 4 Campaign Chairs - foldable Safari Chairs - Almazan, Spain 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Schwerin, MV
Set of 4 folding Campaigner chairs / Safari / Director's chairs by Almazan - Spain from the 1960s, based on the Mogens Koch MK-16 chair from 1932. The backrest, armrests, and seat ar...
Brass
Sold
H 32 in W 19.5 in D 24.5 in
1950's French Iron And Brass Folding Dining Chairs In Leather Upholstery
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful set of 4 1950's French solid iron and brass with new leather upholstery folding dining chairs, fully restored and re-upholstered in leather with minor wear and patina due t...
Brass, Iron
Lübke Folding Dining Chairs Set by Fantoni & Geraci, 1970
By Fontoni & Geraci, Lübke
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Designed in 1969 by the Italian design duo Fantoni & Geraci, it has become a classic in the folding dining chair segment. The black leather seats offer exceptional comfort thanks...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Coronet Walnut Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Coronet
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of six Mid-Century Modern Coronet Walnut Folding Dining Chairs. Featuring a folding design, six armless side chairs, walnut frames, and black vinyl upholste...
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Wood, Walnut
Set Of Four Mahogany, Cane & Leather Regency Folding Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusual and rare set of Regency style folding dining chairs in mahogany and cane, with dark ivory leather seats and scalloped backs.
Mahogany
Pair of Italian Folding Chairs Attributed to Arrben
By Arrben
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural folding chairs marked Made in Italy, attributed to Arrben. Iron frames in black finish with black leather seats and backrests. Both are in very good, original, cle...
Iron
1970's Tamara folding chairs by Arrben set of 7
By Arrben
Located in Diest, BE
Tamara folding chairs by Arrben set of 7 Italy 1970's
Leather
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