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Kare Design stich leather chairs Germany
Located in Den Haag, NL
. Nice stitching details. Kare Design Germany .
Please don't hesitate to reach out for alternative
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of German Small Design Chairs, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany
- Made of beechwood
- Maker is GHG Mobel Pirna
- Wood has some signs of use
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1980s German Abstract Design Upholstered Iron Tall Back Chair
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s German abstract design upholstered iron tall back chair.
Category
Late 20th Century German Chairs
Materials
Iron
Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Two Design Lounge Chairs, Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany,
- 1970
- Made of chrome, fabric
- Very comfortable
- Good, original
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mond 12 Reading Chair - Modern Design hand-crafted in Germany
By RITTERGUT & RUNNYMEDE
Located in Seehausen (Altmark), DE
Rittergut & Runnymede design furniture, Mond Zwölf is a chair that demands presence, presence in the room it
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Midcentury Beige Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mond 12 Reading Chair - Modern Design hand-crafted in Germany
By RITTERGUT & RUNNYMEDE
Located in Seehausen (Altmark), DE
Rittergut & Runnymede design furniture, Mond Zwölf is a chair that demands presence, presence in the room it
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Ash
Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Blue Lilac Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
White Glossy Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
1970's German Design Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German design set of 6 dining chairs in oak with green woven fabric seat
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Midcentury Signal Red Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid Century Lavender Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid Century Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Four Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This set is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid-Century Light Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Ultramarine Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Light Beige Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Sand Beige Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Violet Purple Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Four Mid-Century Lavender Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid Century Black Glossy Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Four Mid Century Black Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Two Mid-Century Black Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Two Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Four Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Eight Green Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Four Green Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Two Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This set is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Two Kangaroo Chairs and Coffee Table Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This set is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of 6 Stackable Chairs, Design by Preben Fabricius, by Interplast, Germany
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This chair design by Preben Fabricius was manufactured by Interplast in Germany in the 1970s. The
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic, Fiberglass
H 29.14 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in
Set of Six Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Three Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Ten Blue Lilac Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Germany.
The z.stuhl, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
High Wingback Lounge Chair, Germany designed by Ernst Jahn, 1950s
By Ernst Max Jahn, Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau
Located in Antwerp, BE
A wingback lounge chair designed by German designer Ernst Max Jahn for Deutsche Werkstätten
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Grand Repos Lounge Chair designed by Jean Prouve, Tecta Germany
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
This model Grand Repos lounge chair was designed by Jean Prouvé and produced by the German company
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Set of Two Classic Blue Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This set is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Bofinger-Monoblok Chairs 'BA 1171' – Design Helmut Bätzner, Germany 60s
By Helmut Bätzner 1, Bofinger
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Bofinger chair design (BA 1171) by Helmut Bätzner was manufactured by Bofinger in Germany in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Polyester
H 28.35 in W 20.08 in D 28.35 in
Set of Six Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chairs Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
1900s German Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Crafted in the early 1900s, this exquisite German wooden chair epitomizes the timeless elegance and
Category
20th Century German Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 5 chairs model no BA 1171 designed by Helmut Bätzner for Bofinger, German
By Helmut Bätzner 1, Bofinger
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Set of 5 chairs model no BA 1171 designed by Helmut Bätzner for Bofinger, Germany 1960s. This model
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 29.93 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Memphis Design Postmodern Geometrical 'Cosinus' Chair by KFF, 80s Germany
By Karl Friedrich Förster, KFF
Located in Zagreb, HR
Clearcoated steel and dark blue faux leather upholstery postmodern chair, model 'Cosinus', designed
Category
Vintage 1980s German Industrial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in
Jens Risom, Vostra Easy Lounge Chair, Design 1941 for Walter Knoll, Germany
By Knoll, Jens Risom, Walter Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Jens Risom for Walter Knoll - Easychair Vostra, 1941
Design from 1941 - model of the 50s, beech
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Midcentury Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1960s
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare colored
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 20.87 in
1980s German Abstract Design Upholstered Iron Armchair
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s German abstract design upholstered iron armchair.
Category
Late 20th Century German Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
50s-60s Chair Chairs Frankfurt Chair Bauhaus Mid Century Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
4x 50s 60s chair chairs Frankfurt chair Bauhaus mid century Design 50s
Object: 4x chair
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
4x 50s 60s chair chairs Frankfurt chair Bauhaus Mid Century Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
4x 50s 60s chair chairs Frankfurt chair Bauhaus Mid Century Design 50s
Object: 4x chair
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
5x 60s 70s Chairs Dining Chair Danish Design 60s
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
5x 60s 70s chairs dining chair dining chairs Danish design 60s
Object: 5x chair
Manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1970s German Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
6x 60s 70s Chairs Dining Chairs Danish Design 60s
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
6x 60s 70s chairs chair dining chair dining chairs Danish Design 60s
Object: 6x chair
Category
Vintage 1970s German Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
70s Chair Workshop Chair Wooden Chair Metal Frame Space Age Design Vintage
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
70s chair workshop chair wooden chair metal frame space age design vintage
Object: workshop
Category
Vintage 1970s German Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.91 in W 18.31 in D 21.66 in
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- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC1 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.
- Who designed the LCW chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed airport chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
- Who designed the MR chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The LC2 chair was designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret. The chair was released to the public in 1928 and remains popular to this day. Shop a collection of Le Corbusier’s designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
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