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Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950
Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950

Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950

Located in Paris, FR

Elegant pair of armchairs, entirely redone and covered with Aspen fabric by Bisson Bruneel. The

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1950’s French Mustard Stella Armchairs - Pair
1950’s French Mustard Stella Armchairs - Pair

1950’s French Mustard Stella Armchairs - Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s French Mustard Stella Armchairs – Pair. Stella is a lesser known French chair manufacturer

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Parker Knoll Armchairs, France 1950
Parker Knoll Armchairs, France 1950

Parker Knoll Armchairs, France 1950

Located in New York, NY

Oak armchairs by Parker Knoll, sold as is but COM and refinishing are available.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Airborne style solo armchair – France 1950
Airborne style solo armchair – France 1950

Airborne style solo armchair – France 1950

Located in Girona, Girona

parts, new gray felt upholstery. France, c. 1950

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950
Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950

Michel Ducaroy Sna Roset Armchair France 1950

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Roset, France 1950s. Michel Ducaroy, of course enormously famous by his Togo sofa designed for his own

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's
Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's

Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's

By Pierre Guariche

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Troika Armchairs on Ski varian legs. In great vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cut Steel

Armchair in wood , iron and bronze, France, 1950
Armchair in wood , iron and bronze, France, 1950

Armchair in wood , iron and bronze, France, 1950

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Year 1950 Materials : Wood, Bronze and Iron Country: France You want to live in the golden years

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Raphael Walnut Armchairs, France 1950's
Raphael Walnut Armchairs, France 1950's

Raphael Walnut Armchairs, France 1950's

By Raphael Raffel

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Architectural armchairs by Raphael with walnut frames finished in a nuanced brown lacquer

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 1, France 1950's
Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 1, France 1950's

Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 1, France 1950's

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Mediterranean Design Arm Chair Set 1. Made in France, 1950's period. Red lacquered beech

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 2, France 1950's
Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 2, France 1950's

Mediterranean Design Armchair Set 2, France 1950's

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Mediterranean Design Arm Chair Set 2. Made in France, 1950's period. Red lacquered beech

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Queen of France Armchair Louis XV Provençal style  oak and upholstery
Queen of France Armchair Louis XV Provençal style  oak and upholstery

Queen of France Armchair Louis XV Provençal style oak and upholstery

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

Beautiful and refined Louis XV-inspired queen's armchair, made in France in the late 19th century

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Chalet Armchairs in Blackened Pine, France, 1950
Pair of Chalet Armchairs in Blackened Pine, France, 1950

Pair of Chalet Armchairs in Blackened Pine, France, 1950

Located in Catonvielle, FR

Pair of Savoyard chalet armchairs in blackened pine, France 1950. The eventful backrest is

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Pine

1950's Set Of Six French Slatted Garden Armchairs
1950's Set Of Six French Slatted Garden Armchairs

1950's Set Of Six French Slatted Garden Armchairs

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Set Of Six French Slatted Garden Armchairs 1950’s Set Of Six French Slatted Garden Armchairs

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Jacques Hitier, Pair of Tubauto Armchairs, France, 1950
Jacques Hitier, Pair of Tubauto Armchairs, France, 1950

Jacques Hitier, Pair of Tubauto Armchairs, France, 1950

By Tubauto, Jacques Hitier

Located in Catonvielle, FR

Pair of nickel-plated tubular metal armchairs created by Jacques Hitier, produced by Tubauto during

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pine Andre Sornay armchair, France, 1950's
Pine Andre Sornay armchair, France, 1950's

Pine Andre Sornay armchair, France, 1950's

By Andre Sornay

Located in Austin, TX

Pine armchair by Andre Sornay, French designer known for his sublime simplicity. France, 1950's.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

An armchair by Gérard Guermonprez France 1950.
An armchair by Gérard Guermonprez France 1950.

An armchair by Gérard Guermonprez France 1950.

By Pierre Paulin, Pierre Guariche, Gerard Guermonprez

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

This armchair by Gérard Guermonprez, typical of 1950s furniture in France, shares similarities with

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, 3 armchairs , France, circa 1950
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, 3 armchairs , France, circa 1950

Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, 3 armchairs , France, circa 1950

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, 3 armchairs , France, circa 1950 the folder tilts the price is for 1

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Pine

A Pair of Neoclassical Armchairs by René Prou France 1950's
A Pair of Neoclassical Armchairs by René Prou France 1950's

A Pair of Neoclassical Armchairs by René Prou France 1950's

By René Prou

Located in HYÈRES, FR

A Pair of Neoclassical Armchairs by René Prou France 1950's. Elegant pair of low armchairs

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Louis Paolozzi “Concorde” Tan Armchairs, France 1950's
Louis Paolozzi “Concorde” Tan Armchairs, France 1950's

Louis Paolozzi “Concorde” Tan Armchairs, France 1950's

By Louis Paolozzi

Located in New York, NY

Low back version of the Concorde armchair upholstered in a soft wool on black enameled bases

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Jacques Adnet Floating Back Armchairs, France 1950's
Jacques Adnet Floating Back Armchairs, France 1950's

Jacques Adnet Floating Back Armchairs, France 1950's

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

Jacques Adnet Armchairs with floating backs, freshly upholstered in made-to-order Pierre Frey

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Arne Vodder Armchairs for France & Daverkosen
Arne Vodder Armchairs for France & Daverkosen

Arne Vodder Armchairs for France & Daverkosen

By Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen

Located in New York, NY

Arne Vodder Mid-Century armchairs with pivoting back support. A rare and early pair model B092

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Vintage armchairs for France & Daverkosen, original label
Arne Vodder Vintage armchairs for France & Daverkosen, original label

Arne Vodder Vintage armchairs for France & Daverkosen, original label

By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder

Located in Milano, IT

A vintage recliner armchair by the renowned Arne Vodder, crafted for France & Daverkosen in the

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mahogany Cross frame Neo-Classical Armchairs, France 1950's
Mahogany Cross frame Neo-Classical Armchairs, France 1950's

Mahogany Cross frame Neo-Classical Armchairs, France 1950's

By Henning Kjærnulf, Etienne-Henri Martin

Located in Den Haag, NL

Wooden Cross frame Neo-Classical Armchairs, France 1950's

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Design Rattan Armchairs, France 1950's
Mid-Century Modern Design Rattan Armchairs, France 1950's

Mid-Century Modern Design Rattan Armchairs, France 1950's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design Rattan / Wicker Armchair set of 2. Made in France, 1950's period

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Jacques Adnet Black Vinyl & Brass Armchairs, France 1950's
Jacques Adnet Black Vinyl & Brass Armchairs, France 1950's

Jacques Adnet Black Vinyl & Brass Armchairs, France 1950's

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

President armchairs by Jacques Adnet, in their original Vinyl on brass legs. Sold in pairs.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

French Armchair in Embossed Velvet Louis XV Style - circa 1950 France
French Armchair in Embossed Velvet Louis XV Style - circa 1950 France

French Armchair in Embossed Velvet Louis XV Style - circa 1950 France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Elegant Louis XV style armchair from the 1950s. Upholstered in embossed velvet in shades of brown

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20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

2 MODERNIST Oak ARMCHAIRS in RENE GABRIEL & PIERRE GUARICHE Style, France 1950
2 MODERNIST Oak ARMCHAIRS in RENE GABRIEL & PIERRE GUARICHE Style, France 1950

2 MODERNIST Oak ARMCHAIRS in RENE GABRIEL & PIERRE GUARICHE Style, France 1950

By Rene Gabriel

Located in PARIS, FR

, France 1950. In photographs, these armchairs appear to resemble Pierre Guariche's models for Free-Span

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Oak

Black Lacquered Teakwood "Kagourou" Armchair by George Tigien, France 1950's
Black Lacquered Teakwood "Kagourou" Armchair by George Tigien, France 1950's

Black Lacquered Teakwood "Kagourou" Armchair by George Tigien, France 1950's

By Georges Tigien

Located in New York, NY

Rare armchair by George Tigien for "La Maison Européenne Diffusion". This revolutionary chair and

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cord, Teak

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST Armchair in AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1950
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST Armchair in AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1950

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST Armchair in AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1950

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in PARIS, FR

structures and wicker seat, in the spirit of Louis Sognot, to be attributed, France 1950. Often attributed to

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Lacquered Steel Modernist Armchairs by Jean Lesage - France 1950's
Lacquered Steel Modernist Armchairs by Jean Lesage - France 1950's

Lacquered Steel Modernist Armchairs by Jean Lesage - France 1950's

By Pierre Guariche

Located in New York, NY

from France and can be returned to either France or to an upstate NY USA facility. Price does not

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Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Steel

pair of armchairs 1950 's
pair of armchairs 1950 's

pair of armchairs 1950 's

Located in Charmes, FR

pair of armchairs in good condition, white checkered fabric

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Mounted Ormolu French Empire Armchairs Circa 1950
Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Mounted Ormolu French Empire Armchairs Circa 1950

Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Mounted Ormolu French Empire Armchairs Circa 1950

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of French Empire armchairs circa 1950 showcases the timeless elegance and grandeur of

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Vintage 1950s European Empire Revival Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of armchairs in oak and rope, french work circa 1950
Pair of armchairs in oak and rope, french work circa 1950

Pair of armchairs in oak and rope, french work circa 1950

Located in Monaco, MC

Lovely pair of wooden armchair. Oakwood and natural rope. Good condition. Small restore on one

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Wood, Oak

Charles Ramos Pair of Blue “Bergeres” Armchairs, France 1950's
Charles Ramos Pair of Blue “Bergeres” Armchairs, France 1950's

Charles Ramos Pair of Blue “Bergeres” Armchairs, France 1950's

By Charles Ramos

Located in New York, NY

Rare and large armchair by Charles Ramos for Erton, original upholstery, of note the large oak legs

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of Oak Armchairs, circa 1950
Pair of Oak Armchairs, circa 1950

Pair of Oak Armchairs, circa 1950

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of oak armchairs, circa 1950 the price is for 1 armchair Two armchairs are available

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950
two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950

two Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1950

By Jules Leleu

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

two Art Deco armchairs, circa 1950 Straw yellow fabric on very good condition. price is for one two

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST ARMCHAIR by GUY BESNARD, FREE-SPAN, France 1950
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST ARMCHAIR by GUY BESNARD, FREE-SPAN, France 1950

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST ARMCHAIR by GUY BESNARD, FREE-SPAN, France 1950

By Guy Besnard

Located in PARIS, FR

excellent quality orange fabric, by Guy Besnard, Free-Span edition, France 1950. A very simple system (2

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

A Pair of ART-DECO MODERNIST ARMCHAIRS by AUDOUX-MINNET, France 1950
A Pair of ART-DECO MODERNIST ARMCHAIRS by AUDOUX-MINNET, France 1950

A Pair of ART-DECO MODERNIST ARMCHAIRS by AUDOUX-MINNET, France 1950

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in PARIS, FR

An elegant pair of armchairs by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minnet, Audoux-Minnet, France 1950; bent

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Bamboo, Wicker

Pair of Upholstered Darkened Oak René Gabriel Style Armchairs - France 1950's
Pair of Upholstered Darkened Oak René Gabriel Style Armchairs - France 1950's

Pair of Upholstered Darkened Oak René Gabriel Style Armchairs - France 1950's

By Rene Gabriel, Marcel Gascoin

Located in New York, NY

Elegantly shaped "Reconstruction" era pair of armchairs featuring a lightly pitched seat mounted on

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950's
n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950's

n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950's

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Charlotte Perriand. Ash frame with hand-woven rush seat & back.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Ash

Cream Faux Shearling and Bronze George Ramos Armchairs, France 1950's
Cream Faux Shearling and Bronze George Ramos Armchairs, France 1950's

Cream Faux Shearling and Bronze George Ramos Armchairs, France 1950's

By Charles Ramos, Castallena

Located in New York, NY

A pair of armchairs by George Ramos for Castalanetta, a very well designed and comfortable chair

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet
1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1950's Stitched leather armchair designed by Jacques Adnet Documented

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Black Iron Teak Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950
Mid-Century Modern Black Iron Teak Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950

Mid-Century Modern Black Iron Teak Pair of Armchairs, France, 1950

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of armchairs with lacquered iron structure in black. Seat, backrest and armrests in teak wood.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Beige Velvet Armchairs, circa 1950
Pair of Beige Velvet Armchairs, circa 1950

Pair of Beige Velvet Armchairs, circa 1950

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of beige velvet armchairs, circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

French Teak Armchair, France, 1950s
French Teak Armchair, France, 1950s

French Teak Armchair, France, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This mid-century French armchair combines a visually stunning structural body with expert caning

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Large Oak & Yellow Wool Armchair with side Shelf, France 1950's
Large Oak & Yellow Wool Armchair with side Shelf, France 1950's

Large Oak & Yellow Wool Armchair with side Shelf, France 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Large Oak Gentleman with foldable drink tray, elegant construction and joinery.

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs, Lacquered Mahogany, France, 1930-1950
Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs, Lacquered Mahogany, France, 1930-1950

Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs, Lacquered Mahogany, France, 1930-1950

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Discover this beautiful set of four Art Deco armchairs, an example of refined elegance and

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

770 Armchairs by J.A Motte for Steiner, France 1950's
770 Armchairs by J.A Motte for Steiner, France 1950's

770 Armchairs by J.A Motte for Steiner, France 1950's

By Joseph-André Motte

Located in New York, NY

Andre Motte for Steiner 770 large lounge chairs, extremely comfortable and lightweight, ideal entertainment chair A second pair available for COM.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Asnet
1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Asnet

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Asnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1950's Stitched leather armchair by Jacques Adnet Could be nice to match with a writing table or

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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Leather

PETER HVIDT & ORLA MOLGAARD armchair 'Boomerang' France & Son 1950 Denmark
PETER HVIDT & ORLA MOLGAARD armchair 'Boomerang' France & Son 1950 Denmark

PETER HVIDT & ORLA MOLGAARD armchair 'Boomerang' France & Son 1950 Denmark

By Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in Paris, IDF

Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard for France & Son, two armchairs/lounge chairs, model 'Boomerang' FD 134

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Louis Sognot Style Pair of Curved Bamboo Armchairs, France 1950's
Louis Sognot Style Pair of Curved Bamboo Armchairs, France 1950's

Louis Sognot Style Pair of Curved Bamboo Armchairs, France 1950's

By Louis Sognot

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Bamboo loungers in original patina, COM upholstery available. Two pairs are available. Price for one pair.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage French Armchair, Oak Frame with Alpaca Upholstery, c. 1950
Vintage French Armchair, Oak Frame with Alpaca Upholstery, c. 1950

Vintage French Armchair, Oak Frame with Alpaca Upholstery, c. 1950

Located in Hønefoss, 30

Elegant French armchair from the 1950s with a solid oak frame and newly reupholstered alpaca fabric

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Mid-20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Oak

n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950-60's
n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950-60's

n°21 Armchair by Charlotte Perriand, France, Circa 1950-60's

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Tokyo, JP

An authentic mid-century piece from Charlotte Perriand. Ash frame with hand-woven rush seat & back.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Ash

French Iron Armchairs 1950s
French Iron Armchairs 1950s

French Iron Armchairs 1950s

$2,956Sale Price / set|24% Off

French Iron Armchairs 1950s

Located in Čelinac, BA

Set of two French armchair in original condition in style of Jackues Hitier 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

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French 1950 Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French 1950 armchair for your home. Each French 1950 armchair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 1152 options for an antique or vintage French 1950 armchair now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a French 1950 armchair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each French 1950 armchair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Guillerme et Chambron, Jacques Adnet and Joseph-André Motte each produced at least one beautiful French 1950 armchair that is worth considering.

How Much is a French 1950 Armchair?

The average selling price for a French 1950 armchair at 1stDibs is $4,420, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $104,400 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.