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Place of Origin: Japanese
Mid Century NY Folding Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Takeshi Nii, Japan, c. 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Deland, FL
A permanent part of the collection of MOMA, the ‘NY’ chair is a highly respected example of modern design. First produced in 1958 by Japanese designer Takeshi Nii, the layout of the ...
Category
1960s International Style Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1980s.
No restorations or modifications have been made. The cushion is also original vintage condition.
Category
1980s Showa Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Japanese Antique Primitive Chair 1860s-1920s / Side Chair Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old primitive style chair made in Japan.
Originally used as a threshing mortar, it is a very rare piece that has been improved and made into a chair.
The millstone itself ...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Japanese Old Stand 1860s-1920s/Antique Chair Stool Wabisabi Stepping Stone
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an old Japanese stand.
Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s-1920s)
The material is cedar.
Originally used as a stepping stone,
Please use it as a display stand.
The beautiful...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Chairs
Materials
Cedar
Legless Floor Chair Japanese Modern Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Legless floor chair in the Japanese modern style. In tradition Japanese style, floor chair is set on traditional Tatami Igusa floor along with tabl...
Category
2010s Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1980s.
No restorations or modifications have been made. The cushion is also original vintage condition.
Category
1980s Showa Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Antique Japanese Meiji Pearl Shell Inlaid Carved Hongmu Dragon Chair
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning authentic antique Meiji Era (1867-1912) Japanese pearl and shell inlaid profusely hand carved hardwood chair with beautifully aged patina, warm rich coloring, dark grain d...
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Comme Des Garçons No.2 Chair Rei Kawakubo
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Comme des garçons no.2 chair.
Iconic CDG chair designed by Rei Kawakubo in 1983. This piece is reproduced model in 2017 for Comme des Garcons special event.
There is a slight trace...
Category
1980s Minimalist Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Exquisite Late 19th Century Japanese Black Lacquer High Back Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply an exquisite example of a late 19th Century (circa 1870s-1890s) Black Lacquer High Back Side Chair in a single family's collection for 75 years.
Stunning hand-carved chrysant...
Category
Late 19th Century Other Antique Japanese Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of six chairs from the Sumi Memorial Hall by Kenzo Tange
By Kenzō Tange
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
Set of four chairs, “Sumi Memorial Hall” by Kenzo Tange.
Plywood, fabric and aluminium.
Manufactured by Tendo Mokko, Japan.
Each with editor’s label under the seat with Japanese kanjis...
Category
1950s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century NY Folding Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Takeshi Nii, Japan, c. 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Deland, FL
A permanent part of the collection of MOMA, the ‘NY’ chair is a highly respected example of modern design. First produced in 1958 by Japanese designer Takeshi Nii, the layout of the ...
Category
1960s International Style Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Japanese Antique Primitive Chair 1860s-1920s / Side Chair Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old primitive style chair made in Japan.
Originally used as a threshing mortar, it is a very rare piece that has been improved and made into a chair.
The millstone itself ...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Side Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Isamu Kenmochi, Kotobuki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Invented in the United States in 1958, FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) is a new material that was widely introduced in public spaces such as Olympic stadiums, stadiums, and station wa...
Category
1960s Showa Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Acrylic
Antique Japanese leather chair, Primitive Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique chair from the Showa era.
The deep-colored genuine leather has a unique texture and soft feel that comes from years of use. You can enjoy the changes in the leath...
Category
Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Chairs
Materials
Leather
Japanese Antique Black Chairs, Primitive Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A jet black dining chair.
The carefully carved frame gives off a sense of elegance, and the magnificent joints show the high level of craftsmanship. Compared to a typical dining cha...
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Muji 1 Seater Chair Japanese Contemporary Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Muji 1 seater chair.
Kenta Hirai created it with the technique "Free form lamination." It has characteristic streamlined combined back and seat. Made of Y...
Category
2010s Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Tadao Ando Chair "TA001P Dream Chair", circa 2014, Japan
By Tadao Ando, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Chair in oak veneer, upholstered in leather with a small, relaxing neck pillow. Very decorative piece.
Designed by Ando Tadao for Carl Hansen...
Category
2010s Other Japanese Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
“Ombre” Chair by Charlotte Perriand for Tendo
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
An exceptional piece from Charlotte Perriand's special collection featured in an exhibition in Japan. The combination of shapes, light, functionality, and aesthetics has transformed ...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Muji 2 Seater Chair Japanese Contemporary Style Bentwood Chair
By Studio Jig
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Muji 2 seater chair.
Kenta Hirai created it with the technique "Free form lamination." It has characteristic streamlined combined back and seat. Made of ...
Category
2010s Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs,
Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition.
Label on unde...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Metal
Japanese Antique Chairs, Primitive Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This antique chair has a straight-lined, simple design, but the graceful curve at the base gives it an air of elegance.
The aged oak frame has an exquisitely aged look that gives it...
Category
Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural Chair Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Cubo chair
chair by Hiroyuki Nishimura.
Material oak
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Most of wood used for his works are unab...
Category
2010s Tribal Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
“Heron” Chair by Mitsumasa Sugasawa
By Tendo Mokko
Located in North Hollywood, CA
“Heron” chair designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Japan. Made of bent laminated oak with rosewood inserts on legs and newly reupholstered in...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Twelve Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
A set of twelve chairs by the Japanese designer Isamu Kenmochi, in maple & Pierre Frey fabric, manufactured by Akita Mokko, Japan, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Lounge Chair Set QA-100, Katsuo Matsumura
By Katsuo Matsumura
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Lounge chair (model: QA-100) designed by Japanese designer Katsuo Matsumura (1923-1991).
Produced from Yamakawa Rattan , one of the most ecological material. A simple and graceful d...
Category
1960s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Chair QA-90, Katsuo Matsumura
By Katsuo Matsumura
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Lounge chair (model: QA-90) designed by Japanese designer Katsuo Matsumura (1923-1991).
Produced from one of the most ecological material - Yamakawa Rattan.
A simple and graceful d...
Category
1960s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Finn Juhl Mid Century Japanese Lounge Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Countryside, IL
Finn Juhlmid century japan lounge chair
This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 33.5 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 15.75 in...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Kotobuki, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
FRP manufacturing technology was introduced to Japan from America in 1954, as exemplified by the Charles & Ray Eames chairs of the 1950s.
By making it possible to create free three-dimensional curved surfaces that were impossible with conventional molded plywood, Isamu Kenmochi, Sori Yanagi, Kenzo Tange, and other designers and architects of the time created numerous FRP products together with Kotobuki, the pioneer Japanese FRP manufacturer.
The chair introduced this time is also designed by Isamu Kenmochi and released by Kotobuki.
This is a vintage product from the 60's. This model can be found in the book "Kenmochi Isamu...
Category
1970s Showa Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Mokko, 1970s
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Pair of armchairs designed by Isamu Kenmochi for Akita Woodworking in the 1970s.
Condition is very good, with maker's labels on both armchairs.
4 sets will be sold.
Category
1970s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Comme Des Garçons No.7 Chair Rei Kawakubo
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Comme des garçons no.7 chair.
Iconic CDG chair designed by Rei Kawakubo in the 80s. This black model is produced in 2019 for Comme des Garcons special event.
Condition is never use...
Category
1980s Minimalist Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Comme Des Garçons No.8 Chair Rei Kawakubo
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Comme des garçons no.8 chair.
Iconic CDG chair designed by Rei Kawakubo in the 80s. This black model is produced in 2019 for Comme des Garcons special event.
Condition is never use...
Category
1980s Minimalist Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural wood Chair glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura, Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Irritable person
Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture
Material: zelkova.
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Most of wood...
Category
2010s Tribal Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
1960s Monumental Fiberglass Aardvark Bench for Kotobuki Japan
By Kotobuki
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental fiberglass bench in the shape of an Aardvark, made for Kotobuki Japan in the 1960s. White fiberglass outer shell with pink fiberglass underside. Newly made custom seat cus...
Category
1960s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Fiberglass
Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural Child Chair Tribal Glamping
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Because a bus passed
Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture
Material: Yoshino cherry
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Most of wood used for Ni...
Category
2010s Tribal Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Chairs, Rustic Wooden Chair, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This is an antique Japanese chair from the early Showa period.
Made of beech wood, this simple design is in keeping with the Japanese aestheti...
Category
Early 20th Century Showa Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Chairs 3221 by Jenzo Sakakura for Tendo Mokko, 1950s, set of 4
By Junzo Sakakura
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Set of four chairs, model 3221, envisioned in the 1950s by the Japanese designer and architect Junzo Sakakura, known for his collaboration with Le Corbusier. These chairs exude the s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Kabuto Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi, Tendo Mokko Japan 1965
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of "Kabuto" lounge chairs, model OM 5006, designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Tendo Mokko, starting in 1961, Japan.
With a fixed base, this model stands out for its enveloping silhouette and soft pink fabric upholstery. The curved backrest is designed to follow the natural lines of the body, while the thick cushioning offers a comfortable and supportive seat.
Developed in close partnership with Tendo Mokko, the Kabuto chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Turned Wood Chairs by Riki Watanabe, Japan circa 1985
By Riki Watanabe
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of turned oak chair, evoking a Japanese reinterpretation of the Windsor model, a symbol of Anglo-Saxon artisanal furniture.
The backrest, with fine, slightly inclined spindles...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Maruni rope lounge chairs, circa 1950s, Japan. The chairs feature an ebonized beech wood frame and are contrasted by their camel tension ro...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
Set of 4 chairs by Isamu Kenmochi, Akita Mokko, Japan 1970
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Set of four chairs by Japanese designer Isamu Kenmochi, circa 1970.
Crafted from solid beech wood, these chairs feature a dark varnished finish that highlights the quality of the wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Vintage Asian Reclaimed Wood Emperor Chair - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning pair of Vintage Asian Emperor Chairs crafted from reclaimed wood, featuring intricate carvings and a rich patina that tells a story of heritage and artistry. These unique ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sing Sing Sing Chair by Shiro Kuramata for XO
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Naples, FL
Origin: Japan / France, Produced by XO - 1985
Chrome is in excellent condition
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rattan Stool by Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa Rattan, designed in 1960s
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A charming rattan stool designed by Isamu Kenmochi in the 1960s and produced by Yamakawa Rattan in 1990s, one of Japan’s most esteemed rattan manufacturers.
The soft, organic silhoue...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa Rattan, 1960s
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A sculptural rattan lounge chair designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan in Japan.
This iconic design is distinguished by its smooth, organic form and tightly...
Category
1960s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Rattan
1970s Pair of Japanese 'Saghi' Chairs by Kazuhide Takahama
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in London, GB
Mid-century pair of Japanese 'Saghi' chairs by Kazuhide Takahama in chromed metal and original fabric, circa. 1970s.
Dimension: H63 x W74 x D57 cm.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Oriental Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very stylish pair of late 19th century Japanese side chairs, each with wonderful carved leaves and orchids to the backs and legs.
Category
Late 19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Chairs
Materials
Softwood
Marie Christine Doner S’il Vous Plait High Stool Side Table Postmodern Starck
By Marie Christine Doner
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
S’il vous plait designed by Marie Christine Doner for Idee, Japan. This is one of Origami collection released in 11 furnitures in 1986. Originally bar stool, but usable as side table.
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Side Chair with cushion by Isamu Kenmochi for Kotobuki
By Kotobuki, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Invented in the United States in 1958, FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) is a new material that was widely introduced in public spaces such as Olympic stadiums, stadiums, and station wa...
Category
1960s Showa Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Acrylic
Japanese Hand Carved Dark Wood Export Monkey Armchair
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese hand carved dark wood export monkey armchair, circa 1940s. This antique Japanese armchair is intricately carved with the chair back ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
U Stool Takuya Hamajima Contemporary Zen Japanese Ceramic
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Contemporary Japanese style chair. Rather sculpture than chair. Made of rusted steel, ceramic, and wood. Base is steel. Seat is ceramic. Arm pane...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japonisme Japanese Chairs
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
HAL2 Chair Shiro Kuramata
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
HAL2 chair designed by Shiro Kuramata for Cassina Inderdecor in 1987.
Vinyl seat and expand metal back.
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Karim Rashid Aphex Chair Space Age Digital Pop
By Idée Japan, Karim Rashid
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Aphex chair designed by Karim Rashid for Idee, Japan. This is one of Karim Rashid furniture produced by Idee in the 90s to early 2000s. Designed in 1997. Black and gray color combina...
Category
1990s Space Age Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Postmodern Japanese EDO Chair by Kisho Kurokawa for PPM Corporation, 1980s
By Kisho Kurokawa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This chair from the EDO series was designed by the Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa in the 1980s and was manufactured by PPM Corporation, Tokyo.
The design concept of the EDO serie...
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
C603 Chair by Yuzuru Yamakawa, New Edition
By Yuzuru Yamakawa 1, Feelgood design
Located in Courbevoie, FR
The C603 chair by Japanese designer Yuzuru Yamakawa, designed in the 1960s but still in tune with today's design and comfort requirements. The C603 chair in...
Category
1950s Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Office/Side Chair Attributed to Toshiyuki Kita for Tendo, Japan, circa 1960
By Tendo Mokko, Toshiyuki Kita
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare desk or side chair, attributed to Toshiyuki Kita, manufactured by Tendo Mokko in Japan, circa 1960.
These eye-catching chairs are made from beautiful quality birch plywood with a new green velvet upholstery, giving them an eye-catching appearance. A unique find and a beautiful example of Japanese design. Labeled TENDO underneath.
In excellent condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a wonderful patina.
Toshiyuki Kita (喜多 俊之?) is a furniture and product designer. He was born an 1942, in Osaka, Japan. He graduated from the University of Osaka.[1] He has established design offices in both Japan and Italy. His earliest pieces, the Wink Chair and the Kick Table are currently in the permanent collections of the New York City Museum of Modern Art and Hamburg, Germany's Museum fur Kunst und Gewerbe. His most notable recent works include Sharp's Aquos line of LCD televisions and the K10 Dodo recliner.
He has also done a considerable amount of work with massage chair...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Birch
Stainless Steel "Heap" Chair, Hokuto Ando and Toshiya Hayashi
Located in Geneve, CH
Stainless steel "Heap" chair, Hokuto Ando
Dimensions: 550 x 530 x 900cm
Materials: Stainless steel
May differ slightly from the picture, each chair is hand-sculpted and unique. ...
Category
2010s Modern Japanese Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 6 Mid-Century Large Dining Chairs Model "Edo" by Kisho Kurokawa for PPM
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 mid-Century large dining chairs Model "Edo" by Kisho Kurokawa for PPM Tokyo - Japan 1980s.
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
School Desk Set from French Institute of Japan, Tokyo
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Size : W 700, D 500, H 710 mm (Desk)
W 410, D 465, H 785, SH 450 mm (Chair)
Both items were used in the Institut français du Japon. The architecture designed by Sakakura Junzo...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Chairs
Materials
Wood
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