6 Mid Century G-Plan Teak Dining Chairs
By G-Plan
Located in Buxton, GB
Embrace the timeless elegance of the 1950s with this set of six G Plan Fresco Dining Chairs. Each
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
6 Mid Century G-Plan Teak Dining Chairs
By G-Plan
Located in Buxton, GB
Embrace the timeless elegance of the 1950s with this set of six G Plan Fresco Dining Chairs. Each
Teak
4 Mid Century G-Plan Fresco Dining Chairs
By G-Plan
Located in Buxton, GB
Embrace the timeless elegance of the 1950s with this set of four G Plan Fresco Dining Chairs. Each
Teak, Leather
Six Mid-Century Chairs by G-Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century modern dining chairs made by G-Plan Furniture from the UK. Teak wood frames
Teak
Pair of Mid Century Housemaster Lounge Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent Pair of 'Low Rider' G Plan Teak Housemaster Chairs and Footstools by K M Wilkins Circa
Bouclé, Teak
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
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 1960’s Mid-Century Dining Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
A set of four teak dining chairs by G Plan, made in the UK in the 1960s. Strongly influenced by
Fabric, Teak
$6,747 / set
H 37.8 in W 37.01 in D 37.01 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Italian Leather by G Plan Model 62
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
chair is completed with a matching leather, teak and rosewood Ottoman to order. Please allow 9-10 weeks
Leather, Teak, Rosewood
$3,500 / set
H 36 in W 17 in D 18 in
Six Mid-Century British Teak Dining Chairs by Victor Wilkins for G-Plan
By G-Plan, Ebenezer Gomme, Victor Wilkins, G Plan Furniture, V.B. Wilkins
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crafted in warm, honey-toned teak, these elegantly proportioned chairs feature sculptural slat-back
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
$1,800 / set
H 35.75 in W 19 in D 22 in
Victor Bramwell Wilkins designed 'Fresco' Dining Chairs by G-Plan
By G Plan Furniture, Victor Wilkins
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six teak dining chairs with ladder back design. Made by the British furniture company G Plan
Teak
$3,060
H 35.44 in W 36.23 in D 37.01 in
Midcentury G Plan Paul Conti 6250 'Blofeld' Swivel Tilt Lounge Armchair E.Gomme
By Ebenezer Gomme, G Plan Furniture
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
The G Plan 6250 chair with its distinctive wingback was marketed as ‘The most comfortable chair in
Naugahyde, Teak
1970s Saddleback Sofa & Chair Set by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 'Saddle Back' sofa, chair and ottoman set was manufactured by G Plan and designed by V.B
Fabric, Teak
Set of Six Arne Vodder Dining Chairs in Teak
By G Plan Furniture, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Vodder Manufacturer: Unknown Era: Unknown Materials: Teak, Wool
Teak, Wool
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
Teak
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
Fabric, Teak
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
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
Teak
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 19.3 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Teak and Leather Dining Chairs by Leslie Dandy for G-Plan, 1960s.
By G-Plan, Leslie Dandy
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Dining chairs made by G-Plan in the 1960s. Designed by Leslie Dandy. Made from solid teak. Wood
Leather, 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
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan, Great Britain.
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This set of six dining chairs was produced by G-Plan in the United Kingdom circa 1960. It was
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 30 in W 19 in D 19 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
Cotton, Teak
G Plan Teak Dining Chairs Brown Corduroy Set of 4
Located in London, GB
Introducing our set of 4 G Plan Teak Dining Chairs, wrapped in rich brown corduroy for a stylish
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 18.12 in D 25.99 in
Danish Teak and Black Vinyl Lounge Chair Retro Eames G Plan Era
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
supportive foam. Set on atomic teak splay legs, the chair looks fantastic when paired with the Danish teak
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Leslie Dandy for G-Plan, United Knigdom, 1960s
By Leslie Dandy, G-Plan
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Dining chairs made by british manufaktured G-Plan in the 1960s. Designed by Leslie Dandy. Made from
Leather, 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
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
Metal, Chrome
Unavailable
H 39.77 in W 33.86 in D 34.65 in
G Plan Wingbacked Blofeld Swivel Chair Model 6250 Black Leather Eames Era
By G Plan Furniture, Paul Conti
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
Dubbed “The most confirmable chair in the world”, the G Plan 6250 wingbacked swivel armchair in
Brass
Floral G-Plan Housemaster Chair
Located in Alton, GB
An absolutely stunning English mid-century Housemaster swivel chair in teak with original patterned
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by G-Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Paris, FR
A set of four British manufacturer G-Plan dining chairs designed by Danish designers Victor Wilkins
Upholstery, Teak
Original pattern G-Plan Housemaster Chair
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Alton, GB
An absolutely stunning English mid-century Housemaster swivel chair in teak with original patterned
Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 35.04 in
Pair G Plan Teak Tulip Lounge Armchairs with Bouclé Wool Upholstery
By G-Plan
Located in Norwich, GB
A pair of G-Plan teak ‘Tulip’ lounger armchairs, designed by K.M. Wilkins, reupholstered in bouclé
Chrome
Sold
H 32.68 in W 35.04 in D 35.04 in
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
Chrome
Sold
H 32.68 in W 35.04 in D 35.04 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
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs x 6 By G Plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous set of 6 G Plan teak framed dining chairs from their Brasillia range including 2 carver
Wood, Fabric, Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dining Chairs x by G Plan Brasilia Range
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous set of 4 G Plan teak framed dining chairs from their Brasillia range. These fabulous
Teak
Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs x 6 By G Plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous set of 6 G Plan teak framed dining chairs from their Brasillia range including 2 carver
Teak
Lounge Chair Ottoman 1960's G Plan Blofeld 6250
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Otley, GB
"The Worlds Most Comfortable Chair". The Iconic Midcentury ‘Blofeld’ G Plan 6250 swivel & rock wing
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 27.5 in W 19.5 in L 27.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wedge-Shaped Dining Chairs by G-Plan, Set of Six
By G Plan Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of six Mid-Century Modern teak dining chairs by G-Plan. The chairs feature solid
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
A set of 4 “Fresco” dining chairs in teak by Victor Wilkins for G plan 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
A set of 4 “Fresco” dining chairs in teak by Victor Wilkins for G plan, circa 1960s. Covered in the
Teak
Sold
H 33.86 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
Set of 6 Newly Upholstered Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Dining Chairs, C.1960
By G-Plan
Located in Surrey, GB
A set of six British mid-century dining chairs by G Plan from their Fresco range, circa 1960s
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by G Plan Brasilia x 6
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous set of 6 G Plan teak framed dining chairs from their Brasillia range. These fabulous
Fabric, Teak
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by G Plan in Teal
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning set of six dining chairs were designed by G Plan during the 1970s. Produced in
Teak
Sold
H 33.86 in W 29.53 in D 34.65 in
Two 1960s "Danish Range" Lounge Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofod Larsen for G Plan
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of rare "model 6245" lounge chairs in afromosia by Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan. In the
Linen, Teak
Sold
H 34.5 in W 19 in D 21 in
A set of 6 mid century modern style dining chairs by G plan, circa 1980s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
A set of 6 mid century modern style dining chairs by G plan, circa 1980s. Includes 2 captains
Velvet, Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
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
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Ib Kofod Larsen Set of Four Teak Dining Chairs for G-Plan, Danish Modern c.1963
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G-Plan
Located in TORQUAY, AU
Danish designer Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan. Crafted from solid teak, each chair features an ergonomically
Teak, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood
Sold
H 34.25 in W 19.25 in D 20 in
Set of 8 Modern G-Plan Curve Back Afrormosia Dining Chairs by E. Gomme
By Ebenezer Gomme, G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 8 curve back dining chairs made by E. Gomme for G-Plan in the mid-late 20th century. The
Fabric, Teak
G-Plan Swivel Chair Model.62 1970's
By G-Plan
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
G-PLAN is a brand developed by E.Gomme, a long-established British furniture manufacturer founded
Fabric, Teak
Set of Eight 1960s Teak Retro G-Plan Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 8 labelled g plan dining chairs circa 1965 Leather seat and back teak dining chairs, with
Teak
Vintage G Plan Fresco Dining Table & Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
England by g- plan, it dates from the 1960-70’s. The quality is amazing, these chairs have such a
Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
1960s Set of Four Vintage Teak Dining Chairs by Kofod Larsen G-Plan
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
designer Kofod Larsen for G- Plan, they date from the 1960s. They are in great condition for their age
Teak
Set of Ten Teak Danish Style Modern Dining Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Great set of ten hard to find Danish style teak dining chairs. The set has two armschairs with a
Teak
Vintage G Plan Fresco Dining Table and Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
made in England by G Plan, it dates from the 1960-70’s. The quality is amazing, these chairs have
Teak
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
Velvet, Teak
G Plan Kofod Larsen Dining Chairs Six
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Otley, GB
A fabulous set of 6 midcentury Kofod Larsen for G Plan teak dining chairs in superb original
Teak
Sold
H 29.5 in W 20 in D 17.5 in
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
Teak
Midcentury Dining Chairs Kofod Larsen G Plan
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Otley, GB
A set of four mid century Danish inspired Kofod Larsen for G Plan dining chairs. The dining chair
Velvet, Teak
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dining Chairs x 6 by Gplan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning set of 6 dining chairs by G Plan as part of the fresco range, available at Mid Century
Wood
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Dining Chairs x 6 by Gplan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning set of 6 dining chairs by G Plan as part of the fresco range, available at Mid Century
Wood
Custom Ombre Modern Teak Dining Chair Set by Victor Wilkins
By G Plan Furniture, Victor Wilkins
Located in Houston, TX
Kingdom. They are designed by Victor Wilkins for G Plan Furniture Company. The chairs were restored by the
Velvet, Teak
G Plan Brasilia Chairs and Younger Dining Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Seaford, GB
Table & 5 G Plan Brasilia Teak Chairs Upgrade your dining space with this Mid-Century A Younger
Teak
Set of 4 G Plan Mid Century Dining Chairs by E Gomme
By Ebenezer Gomme
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A lovely set of 4 original 1950’s G Plan dining chairs by E Gomme . From one of the pioneers of mid
Teak, Beech
Off-platform sale
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Off-platform sale
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.25 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
Set of 6 Modern Danish Style Dining Chairs in the Style of Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G-Plan
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 6 dining chairs with 4 armless chairs and 2 head chairs with arms in the style of Kofod
Teak
Sold
H 28.94 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Pair of 1960s Ib Kofod Larsen G Plan "Danish Range" Afrormosia Lounge Chairs
By G-Plan, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Ebenezer Gomme
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
To meet the increasing demand for 1960s Scandinavian imported furniture, UK company, G-Plan hired
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Table with Six Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Fine and sculptural Mid-Century Modern dining table and six chairs set (including two armchairs). G
Teak
Mid Century G Plan Circular Extending Dining Table and 4 Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Mid Century G Plan Circular Extending Dining Table and 4 Chairs The Table is in Teak from the
Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 48.04 in L 28.75 in
Midcentury G Plan ‘Fresco’ Dining Table & 6 x Chairs by V B Wilkins, 1960s
By V.B. Wilkins
Located in Richmond, Surrey
of teak dining table plus 6 teak and upholstered chairs. Designed by Victor Wilkins for G-plan in the
Teak
Set of '6' Dining Chairs by Victor Wilkins, England circa 1960
By Victor Wilkins
Located in Culver City, CA
Set of (6) Dining Chairs by Victor Wilkins England circa 1960 “G-Plan” Dining Chairs with
Wood, Teak
Sold
H 32.5 in W 18 in D 19.5 in
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern “Brasilia” Sculpted Teak Dining Chairs by G-Plan
By G-Plan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Teak, Original Fabric
Fabric, Teak
Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs by G Plan - Set of 6
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs by G Plan - Set of 6 A very elegant set of 6 mid century
Wood, Teak
$48,400 / set
H 34 in W 21 in D 23 in
Set of 14 Paul Frankl Corset Oak Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman in Latte Bouclé
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sultry large set of 14 Oak Corset Dining Chairs designed by Paul Frankl and produced by Brown Saltman newly professionally restored and refinished in original stain with new cushions...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Stunning Paavo Tynell Attributed Chandelier by Lightolier
By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Paavo Tynell attributed chandelier measuring 29" diameter and 16" tall (fixture) with the drop of the hanging chain and ceiling plate 34". Can be adjusted to any length of hang. If j...
Metal, Brass
Black Leather Leather 'Cubo' Sectional Sofa by Harvey Probber, 1970s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Thirteen-section black leather 'Cubo' sofa designed by Harvey Probber. The Cubo sectional is comprised of five sections with attached back cushions, one corner section with attached ...
Leather
Vintage Modern Coffee Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish midcentury coffee table by Lane Furniture Company, circa 1960s. Ample table surface area, uniquely sculpted legs, one drawer under the tabletop with an interesting woven patt...
Wood
Sold|$1,800
H 32 in W 21 in D 18 in
Set of Four Solid Wood Dining Chairs for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning
By H. Paul Browning 1, Stanley Furniture
Located in Madison, WI
Beautiful and very high end set of four Walnut dining chairs, for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning, circa 1960s. These chairs are in excellent vintage conditon, appearing only ver...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of French Wood and Cane Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A pair of stunning mid-century sculptural French armchairs in wood with caned seating and back, France, 1950s. The seat and backs are made of cane and the simple detailing and craft...
Cane, Wood, Oak
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A unique set of (6) vintage modern dining chairs designed in the style of, "Elliots of Newbury." The set includes four slipper dining chairs and two armchairs. These chairs boast a ...
Wood
Mid-Century Lucite Foyer Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An unusual vintage modern rectangle console table featured in lucite. It is a sure eye-grabber for any modern entryway and sure to be a conversation starter. Please confirm item loca...
Lucite
Gondola Sofa by Karl-Erik Ekselius for J.O. Carlsson
By Adrian Pearsall, Karl-Erik Ekselius, J.O. Carlsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Karl-Erik Ekselius. Sculpted walnut frame in the style of Adrian Pearsall's Gondala sofa, with three wide cushions and cane arms. Please con...
Walnut
Unique Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chairs
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage Danish armchairs features unique tapered legs, sculpted wooden arms, and wraparound wood trim. The vintage style and modern comfort of the pair make the...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Wonderful Large Size Swedish Rya Rug, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful large sized Swedish rya rug in wonderful vintage condition. Fiery warm tones, understated neutrals and crisp jet black background details are juxtaposed in this luxurious ...
Wool
$1,663 / item
H 35.44 in W 19.3 in D 20.08 in
Wim Den Boon Dining Chairs, Dutch Modernism, Wood, Mid-Century, 1950s
By Wim Den Boon
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wim Den Boon; Dutch Modernism; Dining chairs; Side chairs; Dutch design; Wim Den Boon was a Dutch designer, interior designer and architect. Boon was a dogmatic man who believed ...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern office chairs with walnut wood frames. Handsome mid-century design for your living room. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Faux Leather, Walnut
$4,718 / item
H 27.17 in W 38.59 in D 36.62 in
Contemporary Lounge Chair 'Puffy' by HEM, Stainless Steel, Blue Leather
By HEM , Faye Toogood
Located in Paris, IDF
PUFFY, Lounge Chair Design: Faye Toogood Editor: HEM Model shown on main image: Steel frame: Stainless Steel (silver), Matte Upholstery: Soft Leather, Light Blue, Elmo The detacha...
Steel
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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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.
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.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
The enduring appeal of the Barcelona chair is in the details.
The brand that turned Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson into mid-century household names is just as relevant today as it was six decades ago.
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Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
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Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.