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Vintage French Industrial Steel Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Vintage Industrial Slatted Chairs, France, c. 20th Century.
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20th Century French Industrial Chairs

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Steel

French Midcentury Mathieu Matégot 'Tube' Perforated Steel Chair
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in London, GB
Sold separately. A set of four welded and perforated steel ‘Tube’ chairs by Mathieu Matégot (1910
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Mid-20th Century French Chairs

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Steel

Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

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Steel

Four Rattan & Black Enameled Steel Chairs by Lucien Carrier - France 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Set of four rattan basket chairs. Black lacquered steel feet. Feet have been repainted. These
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Steel

Six Rush and Lacquered Steel Chairs by Colette Gueden - France 1950's
By Colette Gueden
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of six chairs by Colette Gueden. The iconic French designer behind the "Primavera
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Steel

French Deco Modernist Leather and Steel Arm Chairs Machine Age 4 available
By Emile Guillot
Located in Hudson, NY
. Solid steel frames with solid black metal detail on the frame. These chairs are from France- maker
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Mid-20th Century French Machine Age Chairs

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and bent wood.
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Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Two available; priced individually. Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and
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Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs

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Steel

Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
name to the model, rest gently on thin steel legs, fitting perfectly in any space. These chairs come
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Tolix Steel Chairs French c1950s Original Paint '1500' Available Both New Used
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic set of (6) tolix steel stacking chairs circa 1950s made by hand in Europe, some with the
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Vintage 1950s French Industrial Chairs

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Steel

French Mid-Century Red Leather and Steel Chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in MIlano, IT
French mid-century red leather and steel chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s Chair with steel
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Boomerang Chairs France & Son 1960s
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen ‚Boomerang‘ lounge chairs, designed in 1956 and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen Moduline Lounge Chairs by France & Son
By France & Søn, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen
Located in Highland, IN
These handsome leather Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen "Moduline" lounge chairs are as comfortable as they are
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather
By France & Søn, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Highclere, Newbury
brushed steel frames and solid Walnut arms for France & Son. Designed in the 1960s by the renowned
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Chair in Gold Steel and Gold Velvet customizable
By Studio Tawla
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Chair Matrice is a subtle steel corset that compresses a soft and comfortable material; a nice
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Steel and Gilt Metal Hall Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
An attractive pair of steel and gilt metal side chairs with black leather seats. Sold in pairs
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Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Steel and Gilt Metal Hall Chairs
Pair of Steel and Gilt Metal Hall Chairs
H 32.25 in W 15.75 in D 12 in
French Metal Desk Chair by René Malaval "Radar" Chair
By Rene Malaval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
René Malaval for Bloc Metal France, post war This vintage metal side chair will add wonderful
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Vintage 1940s French Chairs

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Steel

Steel and Cashmere Side/Lounge Chair by Jacques Charpentier, France, c. 1970
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in New York City, NY
Sleek French armchair by celebrated designer Jacques Charpentier.
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

French Mid Century Plastic String Chair with Tubular Steel Frame
By Philippe Starck, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Stylish mid century side chair having a tubular steel frame and plastic string wrap upholstered
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Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Side Chairs

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Steel

Set of 1950s French Steel and Brass Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-casted steel and brass dining chairs Star motif seatback.
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Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

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Brass, Steel

Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Steel, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A remarkable set of four dining chairs in excellent condition. The organic steel frame goes hand in
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Felix Aublet Chair in Red Tubular Steel and Striped Fabric, France, 1935
By Felix Aublet
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Felix Aublet France, 1935 Chair with structure in red tubular steel and fabric seat. H 90 x W 50
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Vintage 1930s French Chairs

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Metal

Set of Four Steel Armchairs, France, circa 1970
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A very stylish set of armchairs, steel with leather seat cushion.  
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs

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Steel

Set of Four Steel Armchairs, France, circa 1970
Set of Four Steel Armchairs, France, circa 1970
H 42.52 in W 24.41 in D 20.87 in
Mid-Century Modern Tubular Steel Chair with Green Fabric
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern tubular steel chair with green fabric. By unknown manufacturer from France
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Paul Legeard 8 chairs stainless steel wool bouclé 1970
By Paul Legeard
Located in Paris, IDF
This set of eight chairs, crafted from stainless steel, was designed by the French designer Paul
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Post Modern Oak & Yellow Steel Small Sculptural Chair, France 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Post modern tripod chair in yellow enameled steel with an oak seat and accents.
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Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Side Chairs

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Steel

Bonded Leather and Steel Modern Dining Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Bonded leather and steel modern dining chair. This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs

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Steel

Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen Six Chairs in Steel
By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen six chairs in steel. circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Handcrafted Matrice Chair in Gold Steel and Blue Velvet
By Studio Tawla
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Matrice side chair is a steel corset compressing a velvet fleece, an organic, carnal form
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940 Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
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20th Century French Modern Chairs

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Bentwood

Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940 Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
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20th Century French Modern Chairs

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Bentwood

Pair of 1950s French "Gazelle" Chairs in Wicker & Steel, Style of Jacques Adnet
By Charlotte Perriand, Jacques Adnet
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of graceful 1950s French armchairs in rattan wicker and tubular steel, in the style of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Tolix Set of (4) Authentic Vintage Red Steel Stacking Chairs Made in France
Located in Chicago, IL
French Set of (4) Authentic Vintage Tolix steel chairs. Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs have been hand
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Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs

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Steel

Black Enamel Steel & Lelievre Off White Boucle Chair by Dangles & Defrance
By Burov, Christian Defrance and Geneviève Dangles
Located in New York, NY
Chic side or office chair by iconic French designers duo Geneviève Dangles and Christian Defrance
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Steel

Set of Eight French Mid-Century Modern Enameled Steel Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A Rare, had to find set of Eight French Mid-Century Modern or Industrial style dining room chairs
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Handcrafted Matrice Chair in Black Steel and Blue Velvet Customizable
By Studio Tawla
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Matrice chair is a subtle steel corset that compresses a soft and comfortable material; a nice
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Genuine French Bright Green Tolix Set '6' Steel Chairs, Cosmetic Flaws
Located in Chicago, IL
) stack the steel chairs twelve high. Currently we have over (1500) pieces of authentic French Tolix in
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2010s French Industrial Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Michel Mangematin Mid-Century Modern Sixteen Steel and Brass French Chairs
By Michel Mangematin
Located in Ibiza, Spain
These rare and exceptional chairs by Michel Mangematin, crafted in the 1970s in France, feature a
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass, Steel

Dining Chair Black Nickel Stainless Steel Legs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dining chair Black nickel stainless steel legs Measures: W 47 cm, D 52 cm, H 82 cm Production
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2010s French Modern Chairs

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Brass

Dining Chair Black Nickel Stainless Steel Legs
Dining Chair Black Nickel Stainless Steel Legs
H 32.29 in W 18.51 in D 20.48 in
1950's Steel Original French Industrial Four Legged Stools - Good Quantity Avail
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Steel Original French Industrial Four Legged Stools - Good Quantity Available 1950's Steel
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Steel

Michel Mangematin Mid-Century Modern Sixteen Steel and Brass French Chairs
By Michel Mangematin
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This rare and exceptional set comprises sixteen chairs designed by Michel Mangematin in France
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass, Steel

Tolix Vintage Orange Steel Stacking Chairs Hand-Made France Over (1300) in Stock
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine French made Vintage set of (6) Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs probably made in the 1960's. The
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Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs

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Steel

Beaubourg Chair in Steel and Fabric by Michel Cadestin and Georges Laurent
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Paris, FR
Michel Cadestin and Georges Laurent Beaubourg chair, 1976 Steel and fabric. . The Beaubourg
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Vintage 1970s French Chairs

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Steel

Vintage French School Chairs, Set of Four
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four vintage school chairs with high armrests manufactured in France circa 1950. These
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Chairs

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Steel

Vintage French School Chairs, Set of Four
Vintage French School Chairs, Set of Four
H 31.3 in W 21.7 in D 19.3 in
Eileen Gray Non Conformist Chair, France, 1970
By Eileen Gray, Ecart International
Located in Dronten, NL
consisted of a slanted chrome steel bar. These chairs are in wonderful vintage condition with age related
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Eileen Gray Non Conformist Chair, France, 1970
Eileen Gray Non Conformist Chair, France, 1970
H 30.71 in W 22.45 in D 24.81 in
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

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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 Maison Jansen Brass and Steel Paw Footed Campaign Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This a beautiful pair of Maison Jansen campaign style folding chairs. The chairs are in good
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Vintage 1960s French Campaign Chairs

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Brass, Bronze, Steel

Set of (4) Cyan Blue Original French Made Tolix AC Style Steel Stacking Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of (4) Cyan Blue Original French Made Tolix AC Style Steel Stacking Chairs. Although this set
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2010s French Industrial Side Chairs

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Steel

Jean Prouvé Standard Chair Limited RAW Steel and Natural Oak by Vitra
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Dronten, NL
The classic standard chair was originally designed by Jean Prouvé in 1934. This is the desirable
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Vintage 1930s French Industrial Chairs

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Steel

Cast aluminium 'Tulipe' chair by Pierre Guariche. French 1950s.
By Pierre Guariche
Located in London, GB
"Tulipe" chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner. Cast aluminium shell seat with black tubular steel
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Jacques Henri Varichon Chrome and Steel Lounge Chair
By Jacques Henri Varichon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jacques Henri Varichon chrome and steel tensioned wire suspension lounge chair, circa 1970.
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Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

French Hand-Made Vintage Set of (4) Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs in Powder Blue
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Vintage French Hand-Made Steel Stacking Chairs by Tolix. The Set of Tolix includes (4
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Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs

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Steel

Maison Jansen Steel, Bronze and Leather Campaign Chair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chic folding chair with neoclassical styling. Leather seat and arm straps, with solid flat bar
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Vintage 1960s French Lounge Chairs

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Bronze, Steel

French Metal Heart Chairs by Mathieu Matégot, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Paris, FR
A set of four iconic chairs designed by the renowned Mathieu Matégot. These chairs are
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Genuine French Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs Set (5) in a Beautiful Bright Green
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Tolix steel stacking Chairs painted in their original Romarin green finish. This set of (5
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2010s French Industrial Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Pair of French Art Moderne Steel Armchairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Moderne (1940/50s) steel campaign Armchairs with brass claw feet and finials on
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Brass

Pair of French Art Moderne Steel Armchairs
Pair of French Art Moderne Steel Armchairs
H 36.75 in W 24.5 in D 35 in
1960s Maison Jansen Steel, Bronze, Leather Campaign Chair by Otto Parzinger
By Otto Parzinger, Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Maison Jansen Steel, Bronze, Leather Campaign Chair by Otto Parzinger Offered for sale is
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Vintage 1960s European Campaign Chairs

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Bronze, Steel

Pair of ‘Toro’ chairs by Martin Szekely, France 1987
By Martin Szekely
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Pair of 'Toro' chairs by Martin Szekely, France 1987. The chairs were produced by Néotù gallery in
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Set of 8 "Zig-Zag" Chairs, France, 1950
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Unique set of 6 steel chairs and two armchairs, made after the Zig-Zag chair created by Gerrit
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Set of 8 "Zig-Zag" Chairs, France, 1950
Set of 8 "Zig-Zag" Chairs, France, 1950
H 32.68 in W 14.97 in D 15.75 in
French Design Philippe Starck Miss Dorn Chair for Disform
By Philippe Starck, Disform
Located in Renens, CH
Philippe Starck – Miss Dorn Chair in black coated steel, produced by Disform in France, 1980s
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

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French Steel Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of French steel chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique French steel chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and animal skin. We have 632 antique and vintage French steel chairs in-stock, while there are 67 modern editions to choose from as well. French steel chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of French steel chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial French steel chairs are of considerable interest. Many French steel chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Tolix, Pierre Paulin and Maison Jansen produced popular French steel chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are French Steel Chairs?

French steel chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,959, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $117,068.

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 Steel Chairs
  • 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 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 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 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.

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