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Vintage French Traineau or Sleigh Dining Chairs, Baumann, France, 60s
By Baumann France
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Set of 4 "traineau" or sleigh chairs by Baumann, France, 60's Iconic chair. Their name comes from
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Set of 7 French Chairs 19th Century Charles X
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of 7 French chairs 19th century Charles X. Beautiful work in solid mahogany wood. good
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Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Chairs

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Wood

Set of 7 French Chairs 19th Century Charles X
Set of 7 French Chairs 19th Century Charles X
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, of Hickory, North Carolina
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, of Hickory, North Carolina
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

6 Century Furniture Deer Creek Caribou Dining Chairs Old World French Country
By Century Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
A stunning set of six century dining room chairs. 4 deer creek / mill room side chairs paired with
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

France & Søn Mid Century Danish Modern Sigvard Bernadotte "Model 132" ARM CHAIR
By France & Søn
Located in Las Vegas, NV
France & Søn Mid Century Danish Modern Sigvard Bernadotte "Model 132" ARM CHAIR Sigvard Bernadotte
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

A Set of 6 French Bistro Chairs, c.1970
By Baumann France
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of (6) 1960s French Baumann bentwood "dove" dining chairs. The dove chairs are one of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Oak

A Set of 6 French Bistro Chairs, c.1970
A Set of 6 French Bistro Chairs, c.1970
H 31.75 in W 15.25 in D 20.5 in
French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE Seats are made of a shiny, stain-resistant fabric. Approximate
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Vintage 1970s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950 With original label still
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Baumann "Argos" Lounge Chairs, France, circa 1980
By Baumann France
Located in San Antonio, TX
, Scandinavian Mid Century in spirit but with a classic French twist and a grace that few chair producers have
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Four Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann Beech and Skai France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Four midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950 With original labels and marks
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Faux Leather

Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
By French House & Garden
Located in Milano, IT
Set of six chairs in Oak with red fabric upholstery. Modernist style, beautiful wood work. Made
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
Set of six french modernist chairs in Oak
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Regency Hall Chairs, attributed to Banting and France
By France & Banting 1
Located in Richmond, London
A fine pair of hall chairs of the Regency period, attributed to Thomas Banting and William France
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century French Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Armchairs
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Chairs
19th Century French Chairs
H 39 in W 25 in D 21 in
20th Century French Metal Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the 20th Century French Metal Chair, a masterpiece of vintage industrial design that
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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Chair
20th Century French Metal Chair
H 29.3 in W 22 in D 16.4 in
19th Century French Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Embrace the rustic allure of this 19th Century French Wooden Chair, a piece that speaks volumes of
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Chair
19th Century French Wooden Chair
H 32 in W 16.8 in D 17.6 in
20th Century French Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the 20th Century French Wooden Chair, an embodiment of timeless elegance and old-world
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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Wooden Chair
20th Century French Wooden Chair
H 32.8 in W 15.2 in D 14.4 in
19th Century French Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French Wooden Chair epitomizes rustic charm and the enduring elegance of French
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Antique 19th Century French Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Chair
19th Century French Wooden Chair
H 32.7 in W 15.7 in D 17.7 in
19th Century French Upholstered Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French upholstered chair offers a graceful blend of classic comfort and antique
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Upholstered Chair
19th Century French Upholstered Chair
H 28.9 in W 23.8 in D 29.3 in
1970s French Plush Polar Bear White Lounge Chairs
By France & Søn
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s French style elegant Pair of Plush Polar Bear off white Lounge Chairs 27.5 H x 40.5 W x 29 D
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

CENTURY French Country Oval Back Dining Armchairs - Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining armchairs by Century Furniture, of Hickory, North Carolina
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

CENTURY Chardeau Collection Cherry Caned French Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, from their Chardeau
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Cherry

CENTURY Chardeau Collection Cherry Caned French Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, from their Chardeau
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Cherry

Directoire Chairs, France, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Four French Directoire walnut chairs with a cushioned S-shaped backrest and a trapezoidal seat
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Antique 19th Century French Directoire Chairs

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Walnut

Directoire Chairs, France, 19th Century
Directoire Chairs, France, 19th Century
H 36.62 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in
18th Century Country French Chairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A matched pair of antique country French fruitwood chairs. Finely carved with a very unusual and
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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Chairs

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Rush, Wood, Fruitwood

Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by France & Sons
By France & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vinyl upholstered swiveling side chairs. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

19th Century French Wooden Bistro Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the quintessence of Parisian charm in the form of this 19th Century French Wooden
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Bistro Chair
19th Century French Wooden Bistro Chair
H 37.4 in W 16.4 in D 16 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Fauteuils, 19th Century
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Louis XVI style Fauteuils French, from the end of the 19th century in carved and gilded
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Chairs

Materials

Wood

Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' Chair
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' chair in rosewood.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Martel arm and sides chairs from Century furniture’s Coeur de France and Bordeaux collection. Lovely
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Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
By Baumann France
Located in AIGNAN, FR
"Tacoma" or "Florida" model chair produced by Baumann in the 1960s. Its Scandinavian lines and
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Mid-20th Century French Chairs

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Wood

Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
Tacoma Vintage Chair by Baumann Editions
H 33.86 in W 16.15 in D 20.28 in
Selection of 19th Century French Chairs
By (after) Eugène-Louis Lequesne
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of 19th century French chairs, France, circa late 19th Century. From left to right
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Selection of 19th Century French Chairs
Selection of 19th Century French Chairs
H 34.25 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
12 French 1960s Beech and Naugahyde "Pégase" Chairs by Baumann
By Pierre Guariche, Baumann France
Located in Long Island City, NY
12 French midcentury beech and naugahyde dining chairs attributed to Pierre Guariche, model Pégase
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Naugahyde, Beech

Italian Alfresco Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE - Set of 4
By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Style Dining Chairs by CENTURY FURNITURE Approximate Measurements in Inches 41.5" high at back 24" wide
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Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th century rustic wooden children's chair, crafted from dark solid wood. This minimalist chair
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Chairs

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Wood

Rustic Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
Rustic Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 12.6 in
Robust Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Petite 19th-century chair, crafted from rich, dark solid wood, stands as a timeless piece with a
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Chairs

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Wood

Robust Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
Robust Wooden Chair, France, 19th Century
H 44.49 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
French 19th Century Painted Chippendale Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very lovely, extremely well-built and solid Chippendale style chair, with original, rich, cream
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Antique 19th Century French Chippendale Chairs

French 19th Century Painted Chippendale Chair
French 19th Century Painted Chippendale Chair
H 40.95 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in
18th Century, French Opera Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ornately carved 18th century, French opera chair with gilded finish and upholstered in gold silk
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Chairs

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Gold Leaf

18th Century, French Opera Chair
18th Century, French Opera Chair
H 48 in W 20.5 in D 24 in
French 19th Century Child's Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A delightful and charming child's chair from the South of France. Soundly constructed from richly
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Child's Chair
French 19th Century Child's Chair
H 27.5 in W 21 in D 10.13 in
French Child White Wood Chair, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French child's chair, 19th century White wood Good condition Shipping: L 45/ P 35/H 50 cm 5
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Child White Wood Chair, 19th Century
French Child White Wood Chair, 19th Century
H 19.69 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
20th Century French Bleached Oak Accent Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introduce a touch of artistic flair to your space with this one-of-a-kind 20th Century French
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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish 1950's Easy Chair in Stained Beech Style of France & Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Danish 1950's easy chair in the style of France & Daverkosen. Unmarked, however and we are
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Beech

French 18th Century Country Style Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome set of four antique beechwood chairs, with original green paint, and rush seats. Elegantly
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Chairs

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Rush, Beech

French 18th Century Country Style Chairs
French 18th Century Country Style Chairs
H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Organic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
French rustic folk art wooden chair, embodying the essence of wabi-sabi philosophy. Crafted with
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20th Century French Rustic Chairs

Materials

Wood

Organic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
Organic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
H 21.66 in W 22.25 in D 14.57 in
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
French rustic folk art wooden chair, embodying the essence of wabi-sabi philosophy. Crafted with
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20th Century French Rustic Chairs

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Wood

Rustic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Chair, France, 20th Century
H 20.87 in W 18.9 in D 15.75 in
Wabi-Sabi Sculptural Chair, France, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
French rustic folk art wooden chair, embodying the essence of wabi-sabi philosophy. Crafted with
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20th Century French Rustic Chairs

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Wood

Wabi-Sabi Sculptural Chair, France, 20th Century
Wabi-Sabi Sculptural Chair, France, 20th Century
H 20.48 in W 23.63 in D 14.97 in
Early 20th Century French Wooden Swivel Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Experience the charm of the early 20th Century with this French Wooden Swivel Chair—a delightful
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Early 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Carved French Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
accent the quality of this stand alone chair.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Linen, Paint

19th Century Carved French Chair
19th Century Carved French Chair
H 37 in W 21 in D 24 in
17th Century French Chair
Located in palm beach, FL
Beautiful French walnut chair from the 17th century, with twisted legs and cushioned seats. The
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Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Slipper Chairs

Materials

Nutwood

17th Century French Chair
17th Century French Chair
H 44 in W 18 in D 18 in
Danish Mid-Century Armchair, Teak Easy Chair by Grete Jalk, France & Søn, 1950s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, Bavaria
make this easy chair one of the most outstanding designs of the mid century era. The chair is
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Armchair, Teak Easy Chair by Grete Jalk, France & Søn, 1950s
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in München, Bavaria
make this easy chair one of the most outstanding designs of the mid century era. The chair is
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

17th Century French Chair
Located in palm beach, FL
Beautiful French walnut chair from the 17th century, with twisted legs and cushioned seats. The
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Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Corner Chairs

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Nutwood, Walnut

17th Century French Chair
17th Century French Chair
H 41.25 in W 18 in D 18 in
French 19th Century Slipper Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Napoleon III slipper chair is upholstered in a plush floral patterned gold
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

French 19th Century Slipper Chair
French 19th Century Slipper Chair
H 30 in W 23 in D 33 in
19th Century French Chair with Hermès Fabric
Located in Hamburg, Hamburg
Gorgeous 19th century chair with a very interesting form and appearance. New paint and upholstered
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

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Wood

19th Century French Chair with Hermès Fabric
19th Century French Chair with Hermès Fabric
H 36.62 in W 21.26 in D 18.51 in
Ole Wanscher Model FD-120 Rocking Chair for France & Søn
By France & Daverkosen, France & Søn, Ole Wanscher
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the elegance of this all original vintage FD 120 rocking lounge chair, boasting a sleek
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Grete Jalk model 128 lounge chair France & Son Denmark 1960
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning lounge chair model 128 designed by one of the few female mid-century furniture designers
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Curved Children's Rocking Chair, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century rocking chair, a timeless piece made of rich, dark solid wood. The petite size is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Inger Klingenberg Model 193 Dining Chairs France & Son Denmark, 1960
By Inger Klingenberg, France & Søn
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
France & Søn, Denmark 1960. The chairs feature a striking sculptural design and solid teak construction
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Four Early 20th Century French Cafe Chairs
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Four raw and decorative French cafe chairs from the early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Four Early 20th Century French Cafe Chairs
Four Early 20th Century French Cafe Chairs
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Pair of French 19th century chairs.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
Pair of French 19th Century Chairs
H 37 in W 19 in D 20.5 in
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French Century Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the French century chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A French century chair — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are 11423 variations of the antique or vintage French century chair you’re looking for, while we also have 211 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the French century chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right French century chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI and Louis XV styles are of considerable interest. A well-made French century chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Guillerme et Chambron, France & Søn and Charlotte Perriand are consistently popular.

How Much is a French Century Chair?

Prices for a French century chair start at $1 and top out at $212,852 with the average selling for $3,752.

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 French Century Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.