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Set of Five Midcentury "Directors Chair" Chairs in the Style of Cleo Baldon
By Cleo Baldon
Located in Van Nuys, CA
"Directors Chair" is in the style of Cleo Baldon for Terra in the early 1960s.
The chairs feature a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 33.5 in W 22.5 in D 23 in
Italian Director's Chair, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian director's chair, 1950s.
Dimensions: H=84 cm; W=49 cm; D=57 cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table
A great set with 2 lounging chairs and
Category
Vintage 1960s Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Canvas
1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- newly upholstered
- Height of seat 44 cm.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Faux Bamboo Directors Chair by Telescope Chair Company
By Telescope Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish folding directors chair, by Telescope Furniture. This example has a turned wood faux bamboo
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Director's Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
This chair features a sophisticated black leather backrest and seat, paired with a rich wooden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Office Chair...
Materials
Leather, Wood
Paolo Mahogany and Canvas Folding Director's Chair
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Paolo Director's Chair is crafted from solid mahogany wood, paired with vintage style heavy
Category
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Mahogany
a pair of Original 1970´s Directors Chairs by Telescope Chair Company
By Telescope Chair Company
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A beautiful pair of director chairs In pristine original condition, they are a testament to their
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Canvas
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 15.75 in
Set of 4 Leather & Chrome Cantilever Directors Style Breuer Chairs Made in Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Stunning Set of 4 gray leather and chrome directors style Breuer chairs. Made in Italy. In very
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
Mid-19th Century Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Side Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-19th century marquetry inlaid side chair, Dutch. Walnut & oak with extensive marquetry of birds
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Folding Safari / Directors Chair Mogens Koch MK-16 Interna, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautifully patinated safari chair by Mogens Koch, manufactured in the 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Canvas
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Needlepoint Director’s Chair Folding Black Brown White Geometric
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome black wood folding director’s chair with a handmade black, brown, and white geometric
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Side Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
H 33.5 in W 23 in D 18.75 in
Director or Savonarola Style Chairs in Burl Wood with Brass Accents by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous chairs by Widdicomb, burl wood frames, brass accents including stretchers, feet, accents
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 29.75 in W 24 in D 22.25 in
Folding Director's Chair Vintage in the Style of Gae Aulenti 1964 Zanotta April
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Director's Folding Chair In the style of Gae Aulenti and her folding Zanotta April chair 1964
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.5 in W 29 in D 17 in
Vintage Alessandro Albrizzi Director Armchairs, Set of Four
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in East Hampton, NY
Flat bar steel frame and Cognac stitched leather. These director style armchairs are wonderful
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
MCM Style Directors Chairs White Chrome Attr Robert Kjer Jakobsen & Virtue Bros
By Robert Kjer Jakobsen, Virtue Brothers
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous pair of MCM a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern Campaign style sling director’s chairs attributed to
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 19 in D 16 in
Folding Director Chairs by Peter Karpf for Skagerak Trip Trap Denmark, Set of 4
By Peter Karpf, Trip Trap
Located in Ely, GB
A Set of 4, Late 20th Century Folding Chairs Designed by Peter Karpf for Skagerak / Trip Trap
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak
H 31.89 in W 20.28 in D 21.46 in
Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Vancouver, BC
mid century myth. Completely foldable and with removable headrest. Built tough in canvas, polished
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Rattan and Black Iron Chair by Dirk van Sliedregt
By Dirk Van Sliedregt
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish and elegant mid century black painted iron and rattan chair designed by Dirk van Sliedregt
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian lounge chair with ottoman by Cisco Home. This piece is made from a
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ralph Lauren Style Pair Director Armchairs White Oak, Saddle Leather Brass Studs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of handsome and well-made director style armchairs. High quality construction and materials
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38.5 in W 21.5 in D 29 in
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Rattan Accent Side Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-century era rattan side accent chair featuring 5 strand seat back with a horseshoe
Category
Vintage 1950s Side Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Restored Mid-Century Dark Stained Rattan Canopy Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
stain with canopy tops . This exquisite duo adds a touch of high style Mid-century sophistication and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-century era rattan side accent chair featuring 5 strand seat back with a horseshoe
Category
Vintage 1950s Side Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Restored Mid Century 5-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa and five-strand lounge chair set both feature a
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
he saw a director's chair in a magazine before WWII. While repeating tests for functional chairs, Nii
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Minimalist Rocking Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 37.01 in W 34.65 in D 21.66 in
21st Century Karin Bar Chair Cotton Velvet
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Mid-Century Modern Karin bar chair. Upholstered in cotton velvet, featuring lacquered walnut wood legs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Visconti Dining Chair Cotton Velvet Walnut Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
meeting point between life and theater”, he once said. So, transmitting this director’s ideals, Ottiu
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Lupino Dining Chair Cotton Velvet Polished Gold Steel
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
them in the United States. So, to honor her successful career, Ottiu designed the Lupino Mid-Century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 31.11 in W 28.75 in D 20.87 in
20th Century Carlo Scarpa Set of Six Chairs mod. Kentucky
By Carlo Scarpa, Bernini
Located in Turin, Turin
1947, was artistic director of Venini - one of the most prominent producers of Venetian glass before he
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century Fiberglass Space Age Chair, 1970's
Located in Paris, FR
20th century vintage white fiberglass chair of space age design with futuristic curves.
In the
Category
20th Century French Space Age Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Lacquer
20th Century Pair of Italian Vintage Brass Velvet Swan Chairs, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Very beautiful and original mid-century accent or side statement chairs designed in a solid gold
Category
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 35.63 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in
Bentwood 'Chair of the Rings' Chair by Martino Gamper for Thonet / Conran
By Martino Gamper, Thonet
Located in Surbiton, GB
Sculptural bentwood 'Chair of the Rings' chair designed by Martin Gamper and produced by Thonet in
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 47.25 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
Chair Year :1960, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
21st Century Gardner Bar Chair Leather Cotton Velvet Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Gardner Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair has long legs in walnut wood with polished brass details, its seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Executive Armchairs for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of six Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen executive armchairs for Knoll
Saarinen began his
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.5 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
"Set of 12 Chairs ", 1960, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century.
In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
French Metal Heart Chairs by Mathieu Matégot, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Paris, FR
.
Mathieu Matégot, a prominent figure in mid-century design, was known for his innovative and artistic
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
6 Chairs, 1960
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century.
In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Cassina Rocking Chair mod. 572 in Wood and Fabric, 1950s
By Cassina
Located in Turin, Turin
Cassina produced some of the most iconic objects designed in the 20th century, as well as landmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Original Edition Nagasaki Chair by Mathieu Matégot
Located in Paris, FR
contemporary lighting. With a strong focus on Italian mid-century designs, his success strives from sourcing
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Restored Stick Reed Rattan Hanging Swing Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original 1970s hanging stick rattan swing chair with arched top and rounded back.
Restored to new
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Steel and Leather Directors Chair Made from Golf Clubs
Located in Stamford, CT
gift for the duffer or golf fanatic in your life. Styled as a directors chair, it is quite sturdy and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Midcentury Copacabana Chair by Mathieu Matégot, 1955
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Paris, FR
bespoke contemporary lighting. With a strong focus on Italian mid-century designs, his success strives
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Modernist side chair by L.O.V. Oosterbeek, the Netherlands 1920s
By L.O.V. Oosterbeek
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Rare modernist side chair by L.O.V. Oosterbeek, the Netherlands 1921. L.O.V. is an abbreviation of
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Ico Parisi Style Set 6 Chairs Ebonized Wood and Original Velvet Seat
By Ico Parisi
Located in Prato, Tuscany
contact us directly so we can offer you the best possible price. Set of six chairs in ebonized wood and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.83 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in
21st Century Karin Dining Chair Cotton Velvet Walnut Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
the Karin dining chair. Upholstered in cotton velvet, featuring lacquered legs, this Mid-Century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Folding Italian chairs by Aldo Jacober for Alberto Bazzani, 1960s
By Aldo Jacober
Located in Paris, FR
design, these chairs are a testimony to the quality of Italian mid-century furniture. The folding feature
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech
H 28.55 in W 18.31 in D 17.72 in
Straw Wicker Woven Rush Chair Midcentury Jean Michel Frank Style, 1930, France
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Straw wicker woven rush chair midcentury Jean Michel Frank style, 1930, France.
Woven chair that
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Sycamore, Straw
H 22.45 in W 20.87 in D 31.89 in
Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern 5476 lounge chair designed by George Nelson for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 31 in W 27.25 in D 32 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Patio Directors Chairs with Sunbrella Backs 1960
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular pair of steel directors style chairs with Sunbrella stripped fabric for backs. Totally
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 32 in W 21 in D 15.5 in
2 Karges French Empire Regency Klismos Dining Arm Chairs Provincial
By Karges Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage Karges French Empire dining arm or accent chairs. Painted white with gold carved
Category
Mid-20th Century Empire Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint
Pair of Pierre Guariche Yellow Fiberglass Side Chairs by Steiner - France 1950's
By Siege Steiner, Pierre Guariche
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of yellow fiberglass side chairs by Pierre Guariche in good vintage. These "tonneau
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28 in W 18 in D 19.3 in
Pierre Jeanneret 'Senat' Chair Designed for Chandigarh's High Court, 1959-60
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
can be be sure of the mid century authenticity and provenance of this example. The chair clearly needs
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 35.83 in W 23.23 in D 25.4 in
Restored Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of 6
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 6 restored rattan dining room side chairs with 3-strand "Speed" back and blue flannel
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
El Lissitzky D61 Black and Blue Chair Bauhaus Style for Tecta, circa 1970
By El Lissitzky
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair model D61, designed by El Lissitzky in 1930.
Manufactured in Germany by Tecta, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.75 in W 22.45 in D 20.08 in
Rattan Cocoon Chair with Cushion
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The rattan cocoon chair is a fusion of nature and design, featuring intricate woven patterns that
Category
Vintage 1950s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Pair of African Chairs, King's Seat
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century.
In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category
Vintage 1940s Tanzanian Tribal Chairs
Materials
Wood
Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rattan dining room side chair with three-strand "Speed" back, included is a set of six
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
H 31 in W 19 in D 19 in
Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Chair, 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century.
In 1970, the brand
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Wood
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century directors chair for your home. Each mid century directors chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century directors chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century directors chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern styles are of considerable interest. John and Elinor McGuire, Leonard Linden and Alessandro Albrizzi each produced at least one beautiful mid century directors chair that is worth considering.
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Prices for a mid century directors chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $200 and can go as high as $20,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,477.
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- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some 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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