What is a mid-century chair?

A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.

How can you tell if a chair is mid century?

To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?

Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

Mid Century Chairs On Caster

Leather Mid Century Office Chair Aluminum

Herman Miller Leather Office Chair

Mid Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair

Black Herman Miller Swivel Chair

Armchair Casters

Midcentury Leather Swivel Chairs

Rolling Chairs

Barrel Back Chair On Casters

1970s Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Caster Wheel Tub Lounge Chair

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Caster Wheel Tub Lounge Chair

By Lenoir Chair Company, Milo Baughman

Located in Madison, WI

The price is for one chair. 1970's Original Mid Century Modern awesome lounge chairs attributed to Milo Baughman and Thayer Coggin.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Back Lounge Club Chairs on Casters

$1,920 / set

Pair Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Back Lounge Club Chairs on Casters

Located in West Chester, PA

Vintage upholstered lounge chairs on rolling casters with loose seat and back cushions which are flippable. Previously reupholstered and still in very good shape and clean with minor...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chairs on Casters - Pair

$2,450 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chairs on Casters - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chairs on Casters - Pair.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chair on Rolling Casters

$1,250

Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chair on Rolling Casters

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Mid Century Modern Red Leather Cube Club Lounge Chair on Rolling Casters.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Off White Tone on Tone Stripe Lounge Chair on Rolling Casters

$1,195

Mid-Century Modern Off White Tone on Tone Stripe Lounge Chair on Rolling Casters

Located in Topeka, KS

Elegant Mid-Century Modern lounge club chair with off white tone on tone textured stripe upholstery on rolling casters.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wool Overman Swivel Chairs, with Casters, Sweden 1960

$1,250 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wool Overman Swivel Chairs, with Casters, Sweden 1960

By Overman

Located in San Francisco, CA

This modern pair of brown wool tweed Pod Swivel Armchairs by Overman, Sweden, have chrome legs and casters. The classic design utilizes high quality foam to create a comfortable seat...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Original 1958 Charles & Ray Eames / Miller Swivel Chair on Casters Model EA 105

$1,804Sale Price / item|20% Off

Original 1958 Charles & Ray Eames / Miller Swivel Chair on Casters Model EA 105

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Markington, GB

Eames Aluminium Group EA105 Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, 1958 (Originals) ICONIC DESIGN CLASSICS — A stunning set of original Aluminium Group chairs, model EA105, designed in...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Set of Four Brass Dining Chairs on Casters by Mastercraft

$7,200 / set

Set of Four Brass Dining Chairs on Casters by Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Danville, CA

Set of Four Brass Club style Dining Chairs with Mohair upholstery by Mastercraft. The casters are new replacements as original. The set has been freshly upholstered in a luxurious Mo...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Vintage Eames Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs on Casters 1970s

$7,900 / set

Six Vintage Eames Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs on Casters 1970s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Baltimore, MD

Authentic rare Mid-Century Modern iconic molded fiberglass pivoting shell office or dining chairs on "contract bases" (PSC chairs) with casters, two armchairs and four side chairs, c...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Traditional or Hollywood Regency Blue Rolled Back Slipper Chair with Casters

$1,295

Traditional or Hollywood Regency Blue Rolled Back Slipper Chair with Casters

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely vintage Traditional or Hollywood Regency maybe some Cottagecore fully upholstered blue slipper chair with rolled back and straight tapered blonde wood legs with brass ball cas...

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

RH Oviedo Mid-Century American Style Leather Upholstered Swivel / Desk Chair

$1,850

RH Oviedo Mid-Century American Style Leather Upholstered Swivel / Desk Chair

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American swivel / desk armchair in channeled brown leather upholstery with a cantilevered chrome frame featuring height adjustment and belted leather support straps, rest...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chrome Barrel Lounge Chair, 1970s

$900

Mid Century Modern Chrome Barrel Lounge Chair, 1970s

Located in Miami, FL

Original Mid Century Modern Chrome Lounge Chair on casters, in original good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1960s Mid-Century Modern Danish Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman

$2,800

1960s Mid-Century Modern Danish Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern Danish lounge chair in leather with polished chrome base.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Designer Mid-Century Upholstered Barrel Back DiningChairs on Castors

$6,000 / set

Set of Four Designer Mid-Century Upholstered Barrel Back DiningChairs on Castors

By Ward Bennett

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of 4 mid-century upholstered barrel back chairs on casters.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid 19th century Slipper Chair in Soane Britain Cotton

$1,708

Mid 19th century Slipper Chair in Soane Britain Cotton

By Holland & Sons

Located in Batley, GB

A good quality mid 19th century bedroom or side chair in the manner of Holland and sons.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Airborne International Rolling Lounge Chair in Natural Leather

$1,450 / item

Mid-Century Airborne International Rolling Lounge Chair in Natural Leather

By Airborne International

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lounge chairs by Airborne International, upholstered in tan-brown natural leather with a structured silhouette defined by vertical channel stitching along the lower skirt panels. The...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Danish Mid-Century Swivel Task Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1955

$1,750

Danish Mid-Century Swivel Task Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1955

By Jørgen Rasmussen

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century swiveling 'task' chair with light teak bentwood seat and back with pivoting adjustable back support, resting on a brown powder coated metal base with four black pl...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Mid-Century Modern Tufted Barrel Back Club Chairs - Set of 2

$1,495 / set

Mid-Century Modern Tufted Barrel Back Club Chairs - Set of 2

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Perfect for a living room, library, bedroom, or conversation area, these chairs provide inviting seating while adding authentic mid-century character and vintage appeal to any interior.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

French Mid-Century Modern Vanity Chair, Zebra Upholstery, 1970s Design

$1,250

French Mid-Century Modern Vanity Chair, Zebra Upholstery, 1970s Design

Located in Austin, TX

Vanity chair from 1970s France. This piece is supported on casters and features the original zebra striped upholstery. It is in very nice vintage condition with only minor surface we...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Desk Chair / Casters by Phyllis Morris for Kessler

$1,650

Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Desk Chair / Casters by Phyllis Morris for Kessler

By Phyllis Morris, Kessler Industries

Located in San Diego, CA

A sculptural Hollywood Regency desk chair designed by Phyllis Morris for Kessler Industries, featuring an iconic faux bamboo lattice frame in painted metal. #5329RM This elegant ar...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s

$813Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Spinzi is a Milano based creative atelier, specialized in interior decoration, furniture design and Mid-Century collectibles hunting. You can access our full inventory through the so...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Chinoiserie Ming Style Horseshoe Back Chairs

$2,900 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Chinoiserie Ming Style Horseshoe Back Chairs

Located in Highland, IN

This terrific pair of chinoiserie Ming style chairs have a dynamic shape and several wonderful details. Black lacquered frames with horseshoe shaped arms, a back with cane and a cut...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Club Chairs, George Nelson Style, Box-Form

$3,600

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Club Chairs, George Nelson Style, Box-Form

By George Nelson

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Club Chairs, George Nelson Style, Box-Form A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern large lounge or club chairs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

4 Mid Century Modern Antonio Citterio Flexform Mozart Walnut Rattan Arm Chairs

$12,500

4 Mid Century Modern Antonio Citterio Flexform Mozart Walnut Rattan Arm Chairs

By Flexform, Antonio Citterio

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful set of four 'Mozart' Armchairs by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, Italy circa 1980s. Features a walnut barrel back form with double woven caned back and upholstered seats...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Pair of Rare 1970's Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs by Erwin Lambeth.

$16,000 / set

Pair of Rare 1970's Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs by Erwin Lambeth.

By Erwin Lambeth

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Rare sleek and sophisticated Mid-Century club chairs designed by Erwin Lambeth.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs

$2,800 / set

Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs

By Ward Bennett

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The two classic 1970's Brickel Associates desk chairs with exposed wood barrel back frames in different tones with complementary tone caned sides and backs. The lighter chair labeled...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Herman Miller Swivel Office Chair Newly Reupholstered

$1,350

Mid Century Modern Herman Miller Swivel Office Chair Newly Reupholstered

By Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Peter Protzman for Herman Miller High Back Swivel Office Chair on Casters Newly Reupholstered with Black Distressed Italian Leather Circa Mid 20th Century Tagge...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1970s Brutalist Mid Century Modern Lounge Side Chair Armchair--2 Available

$850 / item

1970s Brutalist Mid Century Modern Lounge Side Chair Armchair--2 Available

Located in Madison, WI

Very cool, stylish Brutalist 1970's lounge / side / accent chairs, 2 available, sold individually. Shipping can be combined. Dimensions: Total height 30" Total width 23.5" Total ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Set of 4 Mid-Century Sculptural Hand Carved Redwood Swiveling Lounge Chairs 1970

$15,950 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century Sculptural Hand Carved Redwood Swiveling Lounge Chairs 1970

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular set of four Redwood chairs hand sculpted from reclaimed stumps C1965. Never quite have i seen a set so amazing. This is a rare find, to have four chairs in Redwood that ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Club Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Dining Chairs by DIA

$2,800 / set

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Dining Chairs by DIA

By Design Institute America

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful set of four dining chairs designed by Design Institute of America. These feature fully upholstered metal frames on casters. Upholstery is original and needs recovering. O...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Office Chair - Chrome Toned Base, Brown Upholstery.

$295

Vintage Mid-Century Office Chair - Chrome Toned Base, Brown Upholstery.

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage mid-century rolling office chair with a chrome toned swivel base and original brown wool-blend upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid century Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Leather executive office desk chair

$1,600

Mid century Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Leather executive office desk chair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century vintage Red Leather Executive Desk Chair designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1960.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

$1,800 / item

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock Executive Arm Chair for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Vintage Lucite Chair on Casters

$2,750

Vintage Lucite Chair on Casters

Located in North Miami, FL

This is a great Lucite armchair with brass corner accents. The chair is on casters/wheels for easy movement. The fabric on the seat is a commercial grade vintage Gucci fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern to Modern Oak Maroon Vinyl Rolling Game or Dining Chairs

$2,995 / set

Mid-Century Modern to Modern Oak Maroon Vinyl Rolling Game or Dining Chairs

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern to modern rolling game or dining chairs comprised of oak frames, maroon vinyl seats and backs, brass sabots, and casters.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Vintage English Chesterfield Style Rolled Arm Red Leather Club Lounge Chair

$1,800

Vintage English Chesterfield Style Rolled Arm Red Leather Club Lounge Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H x 33.5" W x 36" D x 16" Seat height.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chesterfield Chairs

Materials

Leather

Linen Arm Chair

$3,690 / item

Linen Arm Chair

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

This style dates from the mid- to late 19th century, France. This chair has antique brass casters on front legs with Classic lines and proportions.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Linen

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Armchair in Leather & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

$5,500

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Armchair in Leather & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This authentic Jorge Zalszupin office armchair from the 1960s is an outstanding example of mid-century Brazilian design. Featuring Zalszupin’s signature sculptural lines, the chair i...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

19th Century Victorian Corduroy Slipper Chair with Scrolled Back and Turned Legs

$3,014

19th Century Victorian Corduroy Slipper Chair with Scrolled Back and Turned Legs

Located in London, GB

An exceptional example of mid-Victorian craftsmanship, this chair features hand-crafted components throughout. The front supports consist of solid mahogany legs expertly shaped via t...

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Desk Chair by Tito Agnoli

$4,400

Desk Chair by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Chicago, IL

Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi "Korium" desk chair. Original leather with nice patina. Tilt, swivel adjustable hydraulic up/down on casters.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Creme Tufted Leather G-Plan Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$5,900 / set

Vintage Creme Tufted Leather G-Plan Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This chair is made by G-Plan Furniture. The chair swivels and rest on a 4 star base, as does the ottoman. It's upholstered in a tufted rich Creme leather. The chair and ottoman also ...

Category

Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Brown Tufted Leather G-Plan Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$5,900 / set

Vintage Brown Tufted Leather G-Plan Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This chair is made by G-Plan Furniture. The chair swivels and rest on a 4 star base, as does the ottoman. It's upholstered in a tufted rich brown leather. The chair and ottoman also ...

Category

Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Desk Chair by Ward Bennett

$3,800 / item

Desk Chair by Ward Bennett

By Ward Bennett

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A desk chair with original sage upholstery, on an X-form base. Casters can be added.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller

$5,250

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller

Located in Pasadena, TX

Classic Eames Time Life Chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Stamped JUN 1, 1981 on frame. Black leather is in good condition with wear as shown. Original 4 star base. Extremely...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1960s “Havannah” Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Adrian Pearsall

$2,800

1960s “Havannah” Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Victoria, BC

An iconic 1960s “Havannah” chair and ottoman by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, celebrated for its sculptural form and unmistakable mid-century presence.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early Pair of Arne Jacobsen Swan Chairs Fritz Hansen Made in Denmark

$6,500 / set

Early Pair of Arne Jacobsen Swan Chairs Fritz Hansen Made in Denmark

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Original tags intact on the underside of the chairs. These iconic chairs are from the mid-20th century, showcasing the Mid-Century Modernism style.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

French Leather Club or Lounge Chair from the Art Deco Era

$5,950

French Leather Club or Lounge Chair from the Art Deco Era

Located in Austin, TX

A fine vintage French leather upholstered club or lounge chair from the Art Deco era - featuring a comfortable shaped back and seat with removable cushion, elegantly designed wood-tr...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase

$6,500

Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase

By Steve Chase

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful gray Ombre leather chair by Steve Chase. The chair is in the original leather upholstery which is in great vintage condition. The chair is on casters for easy movement.

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base

$15,500

Edward Wormley 'In Clover' Red Leather Office Chair, Walnut Base

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century 'In Clover' office / executive chair with a red leather button tufted seat with a high back and scroll arms resting on a rolling / swiveling walnut base with bra...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar 'in Clover' Tufted Black Leather Office Chair

$15,500

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar 'in Clover' Tufted Black Leather Office Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century "In Clover" office / executive chair with a black leather button tufted seat with a high back and scroll arms resting on a rolling / swiveling walnut base with b...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar 'in Clover' Tufted Gray Leather Office Chair

$15,500

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar 'in Clover' Tufted Gray Leather Office Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century "In Clover" office / executive chair with a gray leather button tufted seat with a high back and scroll arms resting on a rolling / swiveling walnut base with br...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani Modus Chairs for Tecno, Stackable Design, Italy, 1978

$1,890 / set

Osvaldo Borsani Modus Chairs for Tecno, Stackable Design, Italy, 1978

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in bari, IT

This model was presented in January 1972 in Cologne as the first product of the Tecno Project Center, an innovative initiative by Borsani that marked a change in the landscape of Ita...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster & Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs

$2,495 / set

MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster & Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous vintage MCM aka Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency button back oyster & blue colored harlequin fabric slipper chairs with front brass ball casters.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Leather 'Joe' Chair Designed by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova, Italy

$12,577Sale Price|20% Off

Leather 'Joe' Chair Designed by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova, Italy

By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi

Located in London, GB

This super sized, super cool, leather 'Joe' chair has now become a design classic. Designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D'Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi in 1970, this contemporary re-editio...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

MCM Barrel Back Club Chairs by Kroehler Newly Reupholstered - Pair

$4,995 / set

MCM Barrel Back Club Chairs by Kroehler Newly Reupholstered - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Barrel Back Club Chairs by Kroehler Newly Reupholstered in Italian Steel Black Double Thick Mohair- Pair Pair of Mid-Century Modern barrel back club chairs by Kr...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Mohair

Mario Bellini Amanta Chair Lounge Chair For B&B Italia Circa 1970

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Mario Bellini Amanta Chair Lounge Chair For B&B Italia Circa 1970

By Mario Bellini

Located in Chicago, IL

The "Amanta" modular chair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, designed in 1966. This example is reupholstered in a Pierre Frey dark olive neutral green mohair Teddy fabric and dark bla...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fiberglass

Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair

$1,503

Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A smart and extremely comfortable vintage leather and chrome swivel desk chair. This was made in England by Verco, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is of very high quality and lo...

Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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Mid Century Chairs On Caster For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century chairs on caster available at 1stDibs. A mid century chairs on caster — often made from fabric, metal and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century chairs on caster — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century chairs on caster, those designed in mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Directional, Kipp Stewart and Brickel Associates each produced at least one beautiful mid century chairs on caster that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Chairs On Caster?

A mid century chairs on caster can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,750, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $12,500.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Mid Century Chairs On Caster

What is a mid-century chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
How can you tell if a chair is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

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