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German Mid Century Green Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
German Mid Century Green Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s

German Mid Century Green Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid Century German Mid-Century Pink Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century German Mid-Century Pink Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century German Mid-Century Pink Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany.
Mid Century Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany.

Mid Century Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany.

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century German Teak Armchair in Black Leather, 1960s
Mid-Century German Teak Armchair in Black Leather, 1960s

Mid-Century German Teak Armchair in Black Leather, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

This elegant Mid-Century Modern armchair was produced in Germany during the 1960s and showcases the clean lines and refined craftsmanship associated with Scandinavian-inspired Europe...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Mid-century pair of German lounge armchair, Bentwood  1960s
Mid-century pair of German lounge armchair, Bentwood  1960s

Mid-century pair of German lounge armchair, Bentwood 1960s

By Vintage/sw

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Mid-century pair of German lounge armchair, Bentwood 1960s Price is for a pair Design year: 1960s It is in great condition.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Bentwood

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern leather armchairs, Germany 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Tecta D33 Armchair: Mid-Century Modern Steel & Fabric, Germany 1960
Tecta D33 Armchair: Mid-Century Modern Steel & Fabric, Germany 1960

Tecta D33 Armchair: Mid-Century Modern Steel & Fabric, Germany 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

D33 armchair designed by unknown designer, circa 1960. Manufactured by Tecta. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Round Woven Bamboo Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Round Woven Bamboo Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Round Woven Bamboo Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This organic armchair was made in Germany during the 1960s. The round, hand-woven natural bamboo seat rests on a metal frame. The structure wraps the body in a soft curve, creating t...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century German Vintage Cognac Leather Easy Armchair Set of 2
Mid Century German Vintage Cognac Leather Easy Armchair Set of 2

Mid Century German Vintage Cognac Leather Easy Armchair Set of 2

Located in Munich, Bavaria

A mid century armchair easy Lounge chair in cognac leather and walnut wood.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Cherrywood Armchairs from Wilhelm Knoll
Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Cherrywood Armchairs from Wilhelm Knoll

Pair of Mid-Century German Modern Cherrywood Armchairs from Wilhelm Knoll

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This pair of elegant armchairs was manufactured by the German Wilhelm Knoll factory during the 1970s. The rounded frame of the armchairs is made of noble cherry wood with visible, ri...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Set of 4 Mid-Century Armchairs by Marcel Breuer, Germany, 1920s
Set of 4 Mid-Century Armchairs by Marcel Breuer, Germany, 1920s

Set of 4 Mid-Century Armchairs by Marcel Breuer, Germany, 1920s

By Marcel Breuer

Located in Queens, NY

4 Mid-Century (Bauhaus) aluminum framed arm chairs with slat wood seat & back (PRICED EACH)

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Early 20th Century German Armchairs

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchair and Stool, 1960s, Germany
Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchair and Stool, 1960s, Germany

Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchair and Stool, 1960s, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German chair produced at the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. This is a limited edition and a part of "into the wild" collection of our restored products. The armchair is after a thoroug...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-century Modern Wicker Set of Armchair and Footrest, 1960s, Germany
Mid-century Modern Wicker Set of Armchair and Footrest, 1960s, Germany

Mid-century Modern Wicker Set of Armchair and Footrest, 1960s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Wicker Set of Armchair and Footrest, 1960s, Germany Measurements : Height: 81 cm Width: 65 cm (with arms) Depth: 43 cm Seating: 38 cm x 40 cm Wicker Footrest: ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Lifa, West Germany, 1963
Pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Lifa, West Germany, 1963

Pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Lifa, West Germany, 1963

By LIFA

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Great pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern armchairs by Lifa West Germany High quality German manufacturing from the 1960s We upholstered these chairs with a stunning mid...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchairs, 1960s, Germany
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchairs, 1960s, Germany

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Tiger Print Armchairs, 1960s, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German chairs produced at the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. This is a limited edition and a part of "into the wild" collection of our restored products. The armchairs are after a thor...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s

German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

1970s Bentwood Armchair, Germany
1970s Bentwood Armchair, Germany

1970s Bentwood Armchair, Germany

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with minor signs of use - height of seat 44 cm

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

1970s Casala Modell Armchair, Germany
1970s Casala Modell Armchair, Germany

1970s Casala Modell Armchair, Germany

By Casala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered in quality fabric by ROMO - Height of seat 47cm.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two 20th Century Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
Set of Two 20th Century Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Set of Two 20th Century Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchairs are covered with high-quality velour. The ar...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Set of Two 20th Century Art Deco Mint Armchairs, Germany, 1950s
Set of Two 20th Century Art Deco Mint Armchairs, Germany, 1950s

Set of Two 20th Century Art Deco Mint Armchairs, Germany, 1950s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

An unusual armchairs with organic shapes. A spring seat, very comfortable. After full carpentry and upholstery renovation. Produced in 1950s in Germany. Padded with high-quality velo...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Vintage Thonet Armchair, Steel Frame, Herringbone Pattern, Germany
Vintage Thonet Armchair, Steel Frame, Herringbone Pattern, Germany

Vintage Thonet Armchair, Steel Frame, Herringbone Pattern, Germany

By Thonet

Located in Hamburg, DE

Big Thonet steel pipe armrest chair with a special cover in the herringbone pattern.Elegant chair or armchair. The continuous … Read more Big Thonet steel pipe armrest chair with a s...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Unique Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1930s, Germany
Unique Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1930s, Germany

Unique Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1930s, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchair produced in the 1930s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden legs are thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Light Pink Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Light Pink Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Light Pink Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

German Midcentury Green Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s
German Midcentury Green Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

German Midcentury Green Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seat. Founded in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchairs are covered with high-quality velour. The armchairs ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Midcentury Baby Blue Velvet Armchair, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seat. Founded in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armchair is ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

German Midcentury Black Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s
German Midcentury Black Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

German Midcentury Black Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Set of 2 mid century blue arm chairs, Germany 1950s
Set of 2 mid century blue arm chairs, Germany 1950s

Set of 2 mid century blue arm chairs, Germany 1950s

By Wilkhahn, Roland Rainer

Located in ECHT, NL

This set of 2 minimalist lounge chairs is attributed to Ronald Rainer and produced by Wilkhahn in the 1950s. The minimalist design will suit every interior. Upholstered in light blue...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Mid-19th Century Prussian "Vierlander" Armchair
Rare Mid-19th Century Prussian "Vierlander" Armchair

Rare Mid-19th Century Prussian "Vierlander" Armchair

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rare mid-19th century "Vierlander" armchair, Prussia 1850, with owner's name "Hinrich Eggers", constructed of inlaid fruitwoods and walnut, with turned bone finials, the central back...

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Antique 1850s German Folk Art Armchairs

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Fruitwood, Walnut

Mid-Century Petrol Blue Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Petrol Blue Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Petrol Blue Velvet Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. Original Vintage amazing furniture. The whole armchair is covere...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Vintage Klöber Armchairs, Black Leather & Chrome, Mid-Century, 1970
Vintage Klöber Armchairs, Black Leather & Chrome, Mid-Century, 1970

Vintage Klöber Armchairs, Black Leather & Chrome, Mid-Century, 1970

By Klöber

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of armchairs from Germany made with a tubular chrome cantilever frame and black leather upholstery. The armrests are also a black leather. These chairs are in very nice vintage ...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Mid-century Modern Wicker & Black Iron Chair, 1960s, Germany
Mid-century Modern Wicker & Black Iron Chair, 1960s, Germany

Mid-century Modern Wicker & Black Iron Chair, 1960s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Modern Wicker & Black Iron Chair, 1960s, Germany Measurements : Height: 80 cm Seating: 40 cm x 35 cm Width: 43 cm Depth: 40 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of Red Armchairs, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Pair of Red Armchairs, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Pair of Red Armchairs, 1960s, DDR, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchairs produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchairs are after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Willi Ohler Oak and rush armchair Germany 1960
Willi Ohler Oak and rush armchair Germany 1960

Willi Ohler Oak and rush armchair Germany 1960

By Willi Ohler

Located in PARIS, FR

Large oak and rush armchair by Willi Ohler Germany 1960 High back : H 100 cm Perfect vintage condition

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Combined Armchair With Side Table, Germany, 1970s
Combined Armchair With Side Table, Germany, 1970s

Combined Armchair With Side Table, Germany, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Germany, 1970s - Height of seat 40 cm. - The brass is very worn. - A beautiful piece of design.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Baby Blue Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Baby Blue Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Baby Blue Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. Produced in the 1960s at the factory in Germany. The whole armchairs is covered with high-quality velour. The armchair is after a co...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Vintage German Armchairs  1960s Refurbished & Reupholstered
Pair of Vintage German Armchairs  1960s Refurbished & Reupholstered

Pair of Vintage German Armchairs 1960s Refurbished & Reupholstered

Located in Hannover, DE

Pair of Vintage German Armchairs Refurbished & Reupholstered A unique pair of vintage armchairs of German origin (manufacturer unknown), expertly refurbished and reupholstered ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Earthy Green Suede Circle Balloon Chair
Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Earthy Green Suede Circle Balloon Chair

Vintage Mid-Century German Modern Earthy Green Suede Circle Balloon Chair

By Lusch Erzeugnis, Lusch & Co

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This design is one of the most recognizable armchairs from the Mid-Century Modern era. The armchair is in original vintage condition.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Large Wacky Bull Bone Throne Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1930
Large Wacky Bull Bone Throne Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1930

Large Wacky Bull Bone Throne Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1930

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Wacky Bull Bone Throne Chair, circa 1930 A great piece of fantasy furniture - a large throne chair made of original bones from the male cattle (Bos taurus). All parts are made...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bone

Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile German club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality boucle (color 04...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Camel leather armchairs, Germany 1960s' ONLY ONE AVAILABLE
Camel leather armchairs, Germany 1960s' ONLY ONE AVAILABLE

Camel leather armchairs, Germany 1960s' ONLY ONE AVAILABLE

By Schlapp Möbel

Located in Brussels, BE

This set of five german armchairs showcases beautiful patinated leather, offering a authentic appeal. Each armchair is crafted with a geometrically shaped frame in blackened wood, w...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Herbert Ohl & Jutta for Lübke “Circo” Armchair 1980s Germany
Herbert Ohl & Jutta for Lübke “Circo” Armchair 1980s Germany

Herbert Ohl & Jutta for Lübke “Circo” Armchair 1980s Germany

By Lübke

Located in Krefeld, DE

Jutta & Herbert Ohl “Circo” Chairs for Lübke, Germany, 1980s — a refined example of German vintage design featuring sculptural wooden construction and timeless geometric form. Desig...

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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Hartmut Lohmeyer
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Hartmut Lohmeyer

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Hartmut Lohmeyer

By Coco Chanel, Hartmut Lohmeyer, Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Wilkhahn

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

A superb pair of low-back Mid-Century Modern lounge armchairs designed by Hartmut Lohmeyer and produced in Germany by Wilkhahn.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

High-Back Teak Armchair by Hartmut Lohmeyer, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
High-Back Teak Armchair by Hartmut Lohmeyer, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

High-Back Teak Armchair by Hartmut Lohmeyer, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

By Coco Chanel, Hartmut Lohmeyer, Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Wilkhahn

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

A superb high-back Mid-Century Modern lounge armchair designed by Hartmut Lohmeyer and produced in Germany by Wilkhahn.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Mid-Century S43F Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, Germany, 1960s
Mid-Century S43F Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, Germany, 1960s

Mid-Century S43F Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, Germany, 1960s

By Mart Stam

Located in Hamburg, DE

Tubular steel cantilever chair with armrests from Thonet based on a design by Mart Stam from the 1920s. These are two rare examples in a particularly rudimentary design. The S43 is ...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Egon Eiermann E10 Wicker Armchair 'Korbsessel, Murmann, Mid-Century Modern'
Egon Eiermann E10 Wicker Armchair 'Korbsessel, Murmann, Mid-Century Modern'

Egon Eiermann E10 Wicker Armchair 'Korbsessel, Murmann, Mid-Century Modern'

By Heinrich Murmann, Egon Eiermann

Located in CULEMBORG, GE

Born near Berlin in 1904, German architect, furniture designer and university lecturer Egon Eiermann desigend his famous ‘E10’ rattan armchair in 1949. Eiermann is regarded as one of...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Herta Maria Witzemann Cane Armchairs Pair Germany, 1954
Herta Maria Witzemann Cane Armchairs Pair Germany, 1954

Herta Maria Witzemann Cane Armchairs Pair Germany, 1954

By Herta-maria Witzemann

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Fantastic pair of armchairs designed by Herta Maria Witzemann and manufactured by Wilde & Spieth, Germany 1954. The chairs have solid metal frames and hand-woven cane seats and armre...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of Unique Yellow Mustard Armchairs, 1930s, Germany
Pair of Unique Yellow Mustard Armchairs, 1930s, Germany

Pair of Unique Yellow Mustard Armchairs, 1930s, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

German armchairs produced in the 1930s in Berlin. The armchairs are after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden legs are thoroughly cleaned and covered with a...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Manou Rattan Armchair with Leather Seat, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Manou Rattan Armchair with Leather Seat, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Manou Rattan Armchair with Leather Seat, 1960

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The lounge chair, made of Manou rattan, is in excellent condition. The frame made of dark-stained Manou rattan has a fantastic patina. The backrest rods and the reed connectors are f...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rattan

Pair of German Midcentury Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s
Pair of German Midcentury Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s

Pair of German Midcentury Pink Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile German club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Gray German Midcentury Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s
Pair of Gray German Midcentury Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s

Pair of Gray German Midcentury Velvet Club Armchairs, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile German club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Armchair "B35 moderniste," Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Germany 1930
Armchair "B35 moderniste," Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Germany 1930

Armchair "B35 moderniste," Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Germany 1930

By Thonet, Marcel Breuer

Located in Torino, IT

Armchair "B35 moderniste," Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Germany 1930

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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of Midcentury Orange Cocktail Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury Orange Cocktail Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury Orange Cocktail Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

The armchairs with very comfortable, spring seats. Produced in 1960s in Germany. The armrests are made of beechwood, thoroughly cleaned and finished with matte varnish. The upholster...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

1970s German Tubular Armchair or Desk Chair, Restored
1970s German Tubular Armchair or Desk Chair, Restored

1970s German Tubular Armchair or Desk Chair, Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered - heigh of seat 47 cm

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, Animal Pattern, Germany, 1960s
Midcentury Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, Animal Pattern, Germany, 1960s

Midcentury Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, Animal Pattern, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seat. Founded in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armchair is ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchairs, Germany, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchairs are covered with high-quality velour. The ar...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Adolf Wrenger Large Bouclé Beech Wood Armchair Germany, 1950
Adolf Wrenger Large Bouclé Beech Wood Armchair Germany, 1950

Adolf Wrenger Large Bouclé Beech Wood Armchair Germany, 1950

By Arnold Madsen, Carl Malmsten

Located in Vienna, AT

Adolf Wrenger Armchair original, labelled, newly upholstered, Germany, 1950 A very rare wingback armchair with new wool Bouclé upholstery and in very good condition. Adolf Wrenger, ...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Leather Swivel Chairs from Carl Straub
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Leather Swivel Chairs from Carl Straub

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Leather Swivel Chairs from Carl Straub

By Carl Straub

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

His work primarily spanned the 1950s and 1960s. In the world of mid-century design, he is considered one of the most compelling representatives of post-war modernism in Germany.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Large Pair of Armchairs with Curved Teak Frame, German
1960s Large Pair of Armchairs with Curved Teak Frame, German

1960s Large Pair of Armchairs with Curved Teak Frame, German

Located in London, GB

A pair of very comfortable German armchairs from the 1960s, showcasing the clean lines and organic forms characteristic of mid-century design.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair
Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

Unavailable

H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 24.41 in

Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

Located in Nurnberg, DE

Very elegant and comfortable German 1950s writing desk armchair with a beautiful Silhouette. Wooden base in beechwood with brass caps in its original vintage condition. New upholst...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1960s Armchairs from Germany
1960s Armchairs from Germany

1960s Armchairs from Germany

Unavailable

H 29.93 in W 22.45 in D 29.93 in

1960s Armchairs from Germany

Located in Lábatlan, HU

German armchairs from 1960. It was fully reupholstered with a light brown colored fabric and the wooden parts were restored. Size: Width 57.0 cm Height 76.0 cm Depth 76.0 cm.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

German Armchair by Gelenka from 1954
German Armchair by Gelenka from 1954

German Armchair by Gelenka from 1954

Unavailable

H 32.29 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in

German Armchair by Gelenka from 1954

By Gelenka DDP

Located in Reichenschwand, DE

As a key representation of German Mid-Century design, this piece reflects the era’s emphasis on clean lines, simplicity, and innovative use of materials.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Mid-Century Model EMT0030 Teak Armchair from Thonet
Mid-Century Model EMT0030 Teak Armchair from Thonet

Mid-Century Model EMT0030 Teak Armchair from Thonet

Unavailable

H 32.29 in W 21.26 in D 22.84 in

Mid-Century Model EMT0030 Teak Armchair from Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Basel, CH

This rectangular armchair, model EMT0030, was manufactured by the German company Thonet in the 1950s-1960s. It is made from solid teak in a light color. The seat and back cushions ha...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Blue German Armchair from Midcentury Era, 1960s
Blue German Armchair from Midcentury Era, 1960s

Blue German Armchair from Midcentury Era, 1960s

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 25.99 in

Blue German Armchair from Midcentury Era, 1960s

Located in Zohor, SK

Blue armchair made in German Democratic Republic in the 1970s. Upholstered in bright blue. Wooden details of cherry finish. Beautiful combination. Wood with some patina and minor wea...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

German Tubular Steel Bauhaus Armchair by Marcel Breuer
German Tubular Steel Bauhaus Armchair by Marcel Breuer

German Tubular Steel Bauhaus Armchair by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in Long Island City, NY

FROM OUR NEW MID-CENTURY MODERN & ART DECO SHIPMENT: German chromium-plated tubular steel Bauhaus armchair by Marcel Breuer.

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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Armchairs

Manufactured by Mauser Black armchair,  Germany, 1960s
Manufactured by Mauser Black armchair,  Germany, 1960s

Manufactured by Mauser Black armchair, Germany, 1960s

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 20.87 in D 18.51 in

Manufactured by Mauser Black armchair, Germany, 1960s

By Mauser Werke

Located in Warsaw, PL

Mid-Century Modern (1960s) black armchair was manufactured by Mauser. The chair is in original condition. Seat and back are covered with dark faux leather, armrests are made of lacqu...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Flowers Armchair, Gray and Green, Germany, 1960s
Flowers Armchair, Gray and Green, Germany, 1960s

Flowers Armchair, Gray and Green, Germany, 1960s

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in

Flowers Armchair, Gray and Green, Germany, 1960s

Located in Warsaw, PL

A Classic Mid-Century Modern club model from the 1960s. After a complete refurbishment: renewed joinery and legs mentioned the filling of the seat and back. Beechwood. Combined fabri...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Easy-Chair by Eugen Schmidt Soloform, Germany, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Easy-Chair by Eugen Schmidt Soloform, Germany, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Easy-Chair by Eugen Schmidt Soloform, Germany, 1960s

By Eugen Schmidt

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

This rare Eugen Schmidt easy chair has a beautiful massive frame of wood. It is designed for the German government buildings in the 1960s. As seen newly upholstered with fine fabric ...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s
Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

By Karl Lindner, Alex Linder

Located in Warsaw, PL

A comfortable club armchair from the 1960s. Joinery (beechwood) has been renovated and covered with a new polish. Replaced filling of the seat and backrest. Cotton fabric in an abst...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s
Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Club Armchair in Sanderson Green Fabric, Germany, 1960s

By Karl Lindner, Alex Linder

Located in Warsaw, PL

A comfortable club armchair from the 1960s. Joinery (beech wood) has been renovated and covered with a new polish. Replaced filling of the seat and backrest. Cotton fabric in an abs...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

Pair of Highly Comfortable Mid-Century Modern Armchairs or Club Chairs
Pair of Highly Comfortable Mid-Century Modern Armchairs or Club Chairs

Pair of Highly Comfortable Mid-Century Modern Armchairs or Club Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

FROM OUR NEW MID-CENTURY MODERN & ART DECO SHIPMENT: A pair of unusually designed Mid-Century Modern arm chairs/club chairs. Geometrical frames veneered with rose wood. Re-uphol...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rosewood

Kilta Armchair by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s
Kilta Armchair by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s

Kilta Armchair by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s

By Olli Mannermaa

Located in GNIEZNO, 30

The Kilta armchair designed by the Finnish interior designer Olli Mannermaa. The armchair was produced by several manufacturers, including in the years 1960-1978 by the German compan...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Armchairs, Germany, 1970s
Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Armchairs, Germany, 1970s

Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Armchairs, Germany, 1970s

By Walter Knoll, Preben Fabricius

Located in Hudson, NY

A pair of Preben Fabricius armchairs designed for the Art Collection series by Walter Knoll, Germany in early 1970s. These are an incredibly solid pair constructed with chromed squar...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Club Armchair in Black and White Flowers, Germany, 1960s
Club Armchair in Black and White Flowers, Germany, 1960s

Club Armchair in Black and White Flowers, Germany, 1960s

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in

Club Armchair in Black and White Flowers, Germany, 1960s

Located in Warsaw, PL

Classic club model from the 1960s, without armrests. After complete renovation: renovated woodwork, legs painted black; mentioned filling of the seat and back. Beech wood. Jacquard f...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Jacquard, Beech

Shell Back Mid-Century Modern Armchair in the Style of Art Deco
Shell Back Mid-Century Modern Armchair in the Style of Art Deco

Shell Back Mid-Century Modern Armchair in the Style of Art Deco

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 32.29 in D 35.04 in

Shell Back Mid-Century Modern Armchair in the Style of Art Deco

Located in Budapest, HU

A very elegant Art Deco style upholstered armchair from the 1950s. It features a padded wooden frame and legs as well as new upholstery in grey velvet. The scalloped seat back flare ...

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Black Leather Armchair by Hans Konecke for Tecta, Germany, 1965
Black Leather Armchair by Hans Konecke for Tecta, Germany, 1965

Black Leather Armchair by Hans Konecke for Tecta, Germany, 1965

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 15.36 in D 30.32 in

Black Leather Armchair by Hans Konecke for Tecta, Germany, 1965

By Hans Könecke

Located in Berlin, DE

This armchair was designed by Hans Konecke in 1965 for Tecta. It features legs made from flat steel, cushions with down filling and is upholstered with black aniline leather. The cha...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of two Horst Brüning swivel armchairs for COR, Germany 1960s, cognac leather
Set of two Horst Brüning swivel armchairs for COR, Germany 1960s, cognac leather

Set of two Horst Brüning swivel armchairs for COR, Germany 1960s, cognac leather

By Horst Bruning

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Set of two Horst Brüning swivel armchairs for COR, Germany 1960s, fully restored, aluminum, cognac-colored premium Italian leather

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Kilta Armchairs by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s, Set of 6
Kilta Armchairs by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s, Set of 6

Kilta Armchairs by Olli Mannermaa for Juch Mobelfabrik, Germany, 1970s, Set of 6

By Olli Mannermaa

Located in GNIEZNO, 30

Set of 6 armchairs Model "Kilta" designed by the Finnish interior designer Olli Mannermaa. The armchairs was produced by several manufacturers, including in the years 1960-1978 by th...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

19th Century Set of 2 Armchairs
19th Century Set of 2 Armchairs

19th Century Set of 2 Armchairs

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in

19th Century Set of 2 Armchairs

Located in Lučenec, SK

A beautiful set of two armchairs in a stunning blue. It may be of interest that this set was manufactured as a custom order and the customer had made a funny variation in one of the ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Easy Chair Armchair Thonet Cream White Wool, Black Steel Tube, Germany
Pair of Easy Chair Armchair Thonet Cream White Wool, Black Steel Tube, Germany

Pair of Easy Chair Armchair Thonet Cream White Wool, Black Steel Tube, Germany

By Thonet

Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria

Pair of easy chair / Armchair from Thonet cream white wool and black steel tube, 1960s.   

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of 18th Century Bavarian Painted Needlework Armchairs
Pair of 18th Century Bavarian Painted Needlework Armchairs

Pair of 18th Century Bavarian Painted Needlework Armchairs

Located in London, GB

Pair of 18th century Bavarian painted armchairs With stuffed cartouche-shaped backs, padded arms and stuffed seats all covered in 18th century needlework, the frames and cabriole le...

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Antique Mid-18th Century German Rococo Armchairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

Library Chair, Mid 19th Century
Library Chair, Mid 19th Century

Library Chair, Mid 19th Century

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 26.38 in D 37.41 in

Library Chair, Mid 19th Century

By Karl Friedrich Schinkel

Located in Stockholm, SE

Mahogany library chair made mid 18th century in Germany. Probably made by Karl Friedrich Schinkel ( 1781-1841 )

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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Armchairs in Raspberry Velvet from 20th Century
Art Deco Armchairs in Raspberry Velvet from 20th Century

Art Deco Armchairs in Raspberry Velvet from 20th Century

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 26.78 in D 31.5 in

Art Deco Armchairs in Raspberry Velvet from 20th Century

Located in Wroclaw, PL

Restored Art Deco armchair in raspberry velvet from 1960s, new upholstery covered with velvet fabric in fashionable raspberry color, finished with wooden chair cushion. Wooden elemen...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Armchair - peak of a century by Markus Friedrich Staab
Armchair - peak of a century by Markus Friedrich Staab

Armchair - peak of a century by Markus Friedrich Staab

Unavailable

H 33.86 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in

Armchair - peak of a century by Markus Friedrich Staab

By Markus Friedrich Staab

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Re-modeled by abroading its original shape, hand painted. I am particularly interested to give value to overlooked, already used and well matured pieces. I endow the work with new m...

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Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Club Armchair in Yellow Color from 20th Century
Art Deco Club Armchair in Yellow Color from 20th Century

Art Deco Club Armchair in Yellow Color from 20th Century

Unavailable

H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 26.38 in

Art Deco Club Armchair in Yellow Color from 20th Century

Located in Wroclaw, PL

Restored Art Deco armchair in yellow fabric from 1970s, new upholstery covered with natural fabric in fashionable mix of yellow and white color on integrated cushion, finished with w...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Natural Fiber

Art Deco Armchair in Yellow Natural Fabric from 20th Century
Art Deco Armchair in Yellow Natural Fabric from 20th Century

Art Deco Armchair in Yellow Natural Fabric from 20th Century

Unavailable

H 32.29 in W 25.2 in D 25.6 in

Art Deco Armchair in Yellow Natural Fabric from 20th Century

Located in Wroclaw, PL

Restored Art Deco armchair in yellow fabric from 1970s, new upholstery covered with natural fabric in fashionable mix of yellow and white color, finished with wooden chair cushion. W...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Natural Fiber

1970s Armchair
1970s Armchair

1970s Armchair

Unavailable

H 27.96 in W 17.72 in D 22.05 in

1970s Armchair

Located in Freiburg, DE

Rotatable Chrome base Upholstered with leather.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

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Mid Century German Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of mid century German armchairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century German armchairs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. We have 318 antique and vintage mid century German armchairs in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century German armchairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century German armchairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many mid century German armchairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Eugen Schmidt, Walter Knoll and Knoll produced popular mid century German armchairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Mid Century German Armchairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,071, while they’re typically $310 on the low end and $33,408 highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.