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G Plan Vintage Re-Issue Model 62 Chair and Stool
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Alton, GB
Known as the "The worlds most comfortable chair" this stunning 62 model G plan chair is covered in
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20th Century English G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather

G Plan Vintage Re-Issue Model 62 Chair and Stool
G Plan Vintage Re-Issue Model 62 Chair and Stool
H 40.16 in W 37.01 in D 37.41 in
Tulip Group Lounge Chairs in Rosewood by K M Wilkins for G-Plan of England
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
for carpeted spaces. Restoration / Condition: These G-Plan chairs were found in excellent condition
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Rosewood K M Wilkins G-Plan G Plan Housemaster Armchair Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By G-Plan
Located in Wayne, NJ
design Classic was conceived by K M Wilkins for G Plan. Sold almost exclusively through Harrods and Heals
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Tulip Seating Group in Rosewood by K M Wilkins for G-Plan of England
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
owners who kept them in pristine condition. Designed by K.M. Wilkins for G-Plan of England, this line is
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

G Plan Blofeld Model 62 Chair and Stool
By G-Plan
Located in Alton, GB
The famous G Plan model 62 swivel armchair with matching foot stool is named so after the year it
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Mid-20th Century English G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Rosewood

Vintage G Plan Blofeld Model 62 Chair and Stool
G Plan Blofeld Model 62 Chair and Stool
H 40.16 in W 37.41 in D 37.01 in
Brasilia Dining Chairs from G-Plan, 1960s, Set of 6
By G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The mid-century dining chairs model Brasilia were manufactured by G-Plan in the UK during the 1960s
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Vintage G Plan Seasons Dining / Side Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
An incredibly rare and extremely stylish pair of vintage G Plan seasons dining / side chairs. They
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Four Danish Style Dining Chairs By G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of four mid century modern Scandinavian style dining chairs made by G Plan. Ebonized wooden
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1960s English G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

G Plan Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 62 'Blofeld'
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
Once described as 'the worlds most comfortable chair' this one off reupholstered piece in Italian
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Vintage G Plan Housemaster Swivel Lounger Armchair Teak Chrome Wool No1
By G-Plan
Located in Norwich, GB
A superb iconic British statement chair - G-Plan “Housemaster” lounger armchair. circa 1970
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Vintage G Plan Dining Chairs in Oak
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very rare set of six vintage G Plan dining chairs in oak. They were part of the
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Set of Six Vintage G Plan Dining Chairs in Oak
Set of Six Vintage G Plan Dining Chairs in Oak
H 29.14 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in
Swivel Lounge Chair Mid Century Modern Model 62 by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
Once described as 'the worlds most comfortable chair' this reupholstered piece in Italian velvet
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet

A pair Vintage 1960s G plan swivel armchairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A very rare pair of 1960s vintage g plan swivel lounge chairs on five star metal bases. These
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

A pair Vintage 1960s G plan swivel armchairs
A pair Vintage 1960s G plan swivel armchairs
H 31.11 in W 35.44 in D 37.8 in
Vintage G Plan Housemaster Swivel Lounger Armchair Teak Chrome Wool No 2
By G-Plan
Located in Norwich, GB
A superb iconic British statement chair - G-Plan “Housemaster” lounger armchair. circa 1970. One
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Italian Leather by G Plan Model 62
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
Once described as 'the worlds most comfortable chair' this recently reupholstered piece in fine
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Four Vintage British Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a set of four beautiful British MCM teak dining chairs manufactured by G Plan in the 1960's
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

mid century modern set of 8 dining chairs by Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Iconic vintage mid century modern set of 8 dining chairs by Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G plan
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan, 1960s.
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This set of six dining chairs was produced by G-Plan in the United Kingdom circa 1960. It was
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Victor Wilkins for G Plan Set of 'Fresco' Six Dining Chairs in Teak
By G Plan Furniture, V.B. Wilkins
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G Plan, set of six dining chairs, model 'Fresco', faux leather, teak
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

G Plan Model 8780 Richmond Chair and Stool
Located in Alton, GB
G Plan Model 8780 Richmond chair and stool.
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20th Century G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Hide

G Plan Model 8780 Richmond Chair and Stool
G Plan Model 8780 Richmond Chair and Stool
H 63 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century G-Plan Dining Chairs
By Leslie Dandy
Located in Austin, TX
Set of eight chairs from England signed by Leslie Dandy for G-Plan. They have strong teak frames
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Teak

Mid-Century G-Plan Dining Chairs
Mid-Century G-Plan Dining Chairs
H 36 in W 19.25 in D 21.5 in
Kofod Larsen G Plan Danish Range Afromosia 6249 Lounge Chair 6244 Sofa Bed Retro
By G-Plan
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Mid Century Kofod Larsen G Plan Danish Range Afromosia 6249 Lounge Chair and 6244
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

G Plan New Seasons Table and Chairs in White Ash, 1980s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
Very rare 1980s G Plan extending dining table with 4 chairs, from the New Seasons range. In white
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1980s British Post-Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

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Faux Leather, Ash

English dining chairs by Gomme for G-Plan
Located in Delft, NL
English dining chairs by Gomme for G-Plan Four chairs with sky fabric G Plan is a British
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

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Plastic

 English dining chairs by Gomme for G-Plan
 English dining chairs by Gomme for G-Plan
H 33.86 in W 18.31 in D 15.36 in
1960’s mid century G Plan dining table with 6 matching dining chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A G plan extending dining table, with the matching 6 dining chairs with the original upholstery
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Armchair Wing Swivel Lounge G-Plan 6250R Brown Draylon 1962 James Bond Blofeld
By G-Plan
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
matching chairs. Over the years G Plan has created some of the most enduring and iconic furniture of the
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Oak

1960’s mid century G Plan dining table and 4 dining chairs by Schreiber
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
chairs. A classic G plan ‘Fresco table’ designed by Victor Wilkins. Designed in minimalist Danish style
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

MCM Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs in
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dining Chairs x 4 by Lb Kofod Larsen for Gplan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning set set of 4 Ib Kofod Larsen dining chairs G Plan Danish Design Ib Kofod Larsen
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 Vintage English Mid Century Modern G-Plan Dining Chairs.
Located in Seattle, WA
. Possibly Teak or Walnut Wood Based on Maker. Classic G-Plan Design with Tapered Legs and X Reinforcement on
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1960s Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Tulip Group Sofa in Rosewood by K M Wilkins for G-Plan of England
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
in pristine condition. Designed by K.M. Wilkins for G-Plan of England, this line is appropriately
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

One of a Kind Fully Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather G Plan Housemaster Armchair
By G Plan Furniture
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning one of a kind fully restored G Plan Housemaster
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20th Century English Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 1970s Midcentury Dining Chairs by Schreiber
By Victor Wilkins, G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
70s, rivalling G Plan and other well known manufacturers. In 1973 they added fitted kitchen to their
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Set of Six Arne Vodder Dining Chairs in Teak
By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Measurements (side chairs): 19? wide x 18? deep x 31.5? tall Captains Chairs: 22? wide x 19? deep x 31.5? tall
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

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Teak, Wool

Floral G-Plan Housemaster Chair
Located in Alton, GB
fabric and chrome. Circa 1970, this design classic was conceived by K M Wilkins for G plan. Sold
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1970s G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Floral G-Plan Housemaster Chair
Floral G-Plan Housemaster Chair
H 34.26 in W 33.08 in D 35.44 in
Pair of G Plan Mikado Chairs with Stools
Located in Alton, GB
Extremely rare and fastly appreciating pair of G Plan Mikado Armchairs with matching foot stools
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1970s G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Pair of G Plan Mikado Chairs with Stools
Pair of G Plan Mikado Chairs with Stools
H 35.04 in W 35.44 in D 37.01 in
Mid Century G Plan Circular Extending Dining Table and 4 Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Mid Century G Plan Circular Extending Dining Table and 4 Chairs The Table is in Teak from the
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1960s Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Teak Clear Glazed Hexagonal Coffee Table With Black Plinth Base
By G Plan Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Mid Century Modern G-Plan Teak Glazed Hexagonal Coffee Table. Table features a Clear glass top
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak, Glass

Set of 6 1970’s mid century dining chairs by Schreiber
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
was one of the biggest names in furniture in the 70s, rivalling G Plan and other well known
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Set 4 Mid century 1970’s high back dining chairs by Schreiber
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
. The Company was one of the biggest names in furniture in the 70s, rivalling G Plan and other well
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

20th Century Cream Velvet "Tulip" Seating Suite By Km Wilkins For G Plan, 1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
KM Wilkins, retailed by G Plan. This set, comprising a pair of chairs and a sofa, draws inspiration
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1970s British Other G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960’s mid century Formica dining table and dining chairs by Schreiber
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
. The Company was one of the biggest names in furniture in the 70s, rivalling G Plan and other well
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Formica, Beech

Dining set by Schreiber Furniture - 1960’s mid century modern
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
. The Company was one of the biggest names in furniture in the 70s, rivalling G Plan and other well
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Formica, Beech

Set of 3 Black and Walnut Arthur Umanoff Guitar Pick Triangular Nesting Tables
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chattanooga, TN
impeccable style. Here he marries sleek design with ingenious functionality. We also have a set of G-Plan
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1960’s Helicopter dinning table by Gplan
By Victor Wilkins
Located in London, Lambeth
compliment the table beautifully. British furniture manufacturing company G-Plan was launched in 1953
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Beech

1960’s Helicopter dinning table by Gplan
1960’s Helicopter dinning table by Gplan
H 29.14 in W 54.34 in D 30.32 in
Console with Drawer Grey Formica Cite Cansado, circa 1950 by Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Perriand or Brevete S.G.D.G. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Karl Nothhelfer very rare SET of 2 Wingback Armchairs & Sofa 1950s solid Cherry
Located in Kumhausen, DE
removed - and fixed by clips on belts - high class - measurements: easy chair is 70cm wide ~ sofa is 178cm
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Walking View, Left
By Ron Pokrasso
Located in San Francisco, CA
-199656Degree Committee Chair: Curriculum Coordinator for Individual Master of Arts degree program
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Late 20th Century American Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Etching

Walking View, Left
Walking View, Left
H 28.5 in W 24.75 in D 1.15 in
Pair of G-Plan Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
By G-Plan
Located in Merced, CA
Stunning pair of vintage wing backed chairs and ottoman by G-Plan Furniture, circa 1962. Aptly
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass

Navy Upholstered Librenza Dining Chairs from G-Plan, 1960s, Set of 6
By G-Plan
Located in Chesham, GB
A set of 6 G-Plan tola and black 'Librenza' butterfly chairs with ebonised legs.
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs from G-Plan, Set of 4
By G-Plan
Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Mid-Century Modern set of 4 dining chairs - Made by G-Plan - Made from teak - Measures: Seat
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Four G Plan 1970s Midcentury Dining Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A very elegant set of dining chairs from G Plan. Upholstered in the original mushroom colored
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Vintage British Mid-Century Modern Teak Accent Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is an exquisite pair of vintage side chairs in teak wood designed by Victor Wilkins and
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Recovered G Plan High Back Sierra Dining Chairs
By Leslie Dandy, G Plan Furniture
Located in Cape Town, Western Cape
The Sierra upholstered chairs from G Plan in England was designed by Leslie Dandy in the 1960s. It
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Recovered G Plan High Back Sierra Dining Chairs
Recovered G Plan High Back Sierra Dining Chairs
H 35.04 in W 18.51 in D 24.81 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Danish G-Plan Dining Chairs Attributed to Ib Kofod Larsen
By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully simple Danish g-plan teak dining chairs with the distinguishable Kofod Larsen round
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

G Plan Style Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in London, GB
Set of six very sleek, teak dining chairs in the G plan style. The seats have been upholstered in a
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1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Rare Lounge Chair "G Plan" by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful and extremely rare teak lounge swivel chair with quite a low seating height and a chromed
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Lounge Chair "G Plan" by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Rare Lounge Chair "G Plan" by Ib Kofod-Larsen
H 32.68 in W 34.65 in D 32.68 in
Vintage G Plan World’s Most Comfortable Chair Tilt and Swivel Armchair, 1962
By G Plan Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
"The Sixty Two" aptly was designed in 1962 by G Plan. It was originally marketed as "The World's
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Vintage Extendable Teak Dining Table Form G-Plan, 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Berlin, DE
-Plan. The chairs shown on the photos are not included in the price.   
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak and Black Vinyl Lounge Chair Retro Eames G Plan Era
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
, this stunning chair features the original black vinyl covering over extremely comfortable and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern G Plan Vintage Chairs

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G Plan Vintage Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of g plan vintage chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique g plan vintage chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. G plan vintage chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. G plan vintage chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many g plan vintage chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but G Plan Furniture, G-Plan and Ib Kofod-Larsen produced popular g plan vintage chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are G Plan Vintage Chairs?

Prices for g plan vintage chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, g plan vintage chairs begin at $294 and can go as high as $16,873, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.

A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, 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.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.