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American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chair
American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chair

American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chair

Located in Astoria, NY

American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chair, with robin's egg blue vinyl upholstered seat, with label "Home Chair Co.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s
Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A fine French Provincial corner chair in stained oak with a handmade cane seat. Classic bobbin turned legs and in a overall fine vintage condition. Made in the 19th century. Lovely ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s
Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A fine French Provincial corner chair in stained oak with a handmade cane seat. Classic bobbin turned legs and in a overall fine vintage condition. Made in the 19th century. Lovely ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s
Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Mid Century Antique Provincial Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair, France, 1940s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A fine French Provincial corner chair in stained oak with a handmade cane seat. Classic bobbin turned legs and in a overall fine vintage condition. Made in the 19th century. Lovely ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Sculptural Center Chair, 1940-1960
Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Sculptural Center Chair, 1940-1960

Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Sculptural Center Chair, 1940-1960

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian sculptural center chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut, in good condition. The side, end chair is enhanced by a hexagonal backrest ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Lounge Chair, Hand-Carved Walnut, Yellow
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Lounge Chair, Hand-Carved Walnut, Yellow

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Lounge Chair, Hand-Carved Walnut, Yellow

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish lounge chair with a backrest that is supported by metal weights, in good condition. The small side chair is made of hand carved Walnut, newly uph...

Category

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

Materials

Animal Skin, Fur, Walnut

Vintage Jansky Side Chairs by Driade, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Jansky Side Chairs by Driade, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Jansky Side Chairs by Driade, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

By Driade, B. Sipek

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, vintage late Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of Jansky side chairs made of handcrafted Walnut, designed by Borek Sipek and produced by Driade, in good condition. The sc...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Ninfea Folding Side Chair by Gio Ponti, Italy
Mid-Century Modern Ninfea Folding Side Chair by Gio Ponti, Italy

Mid-Century Modern Ninfea Folding Side Chair by Gio Ponti, Italy

By Gio Ponti

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Ninfea folding side chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut, designed by Gio Ponti, in good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair
Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair

Harvey Probber Cubo Corner Chair

By Harvey Probber

Located in Hanover, MA

Original corner segment from Harvey Probber's Cubo sectional seating group. Original plush velour covers unzip to be removed for cleaning. Stainless steel tubular legs extend up th...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

American Mid Century Modern Atomic Age Rare Iron 3 Legged Chair
American Mid Century Modern Atomic Age Rare Iron 3 Legged Chair

American Mid Century Modern Atomic Age Rare Iron 3 Legged Chair

By Dan Johnson

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking rare atomic age chair tri legged , in iron with naugahyde seat , circa 1950's in the style of Dan Johnson probably by Pacific Iron the seat is cracked on the vynil easy to r...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Iron

1950s Italian Neoclassic Carved Wooden Corner Chair
1950s Italian Neoclassic Carved Wooden Corner Chair

1950s Italian Neoclassic Carved Wooden Corner Chair

Located in Carimate, Como

A very charming and besutifully carved and crafted wood corner chair with its aligator shaped seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Wood

American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

American Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a beautiful and rare chair mid century classic design , in solid walnut great condition simple elegant by Drexel part of the Declaration Linenice sculpted back solid and stur...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Circa 1780-1800 English Georgian Corner Chair
Circa 1780-1800 English Georgian Corner Chair

Circa 1780-1800 English Georgian Corner Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

You will also find pieces of American origin, from Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern. In short, we are a ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Elm, Fruitwood

Antique 20th Century Set of two  brown French Arts & Crafts Bobbin Corner Chairs
Antique 20th Century Set of two  brown French Arts & Crafts Bobbin Corner Chairs

Antique 20th Century Set of two brown French Arts & Crafts Bobbin Corner Chairs

Located in Casteren, NL

Discover a set of antique Bobbin chairs that captures the essence of mid-19th century France.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Arts and Crafts Corner Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Vintage Danish 1960s Henning Kjærnulf Oak Corner Chair, Razorblade Back Splats
Vintage Danish 1960s Henning Kjærnulf Oak Corner Chair, Razorblade Back Splats

Vintage Danish 1960s Henning Kjærnulf Oak Corner Chair, Razorblade Back Splats

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Presenting this exceptional oak corner chair, a definitive example of Danish Mid-Century design by Henning Kjærnulf, likely produced by EG Møbler in the 1960s. Known for his "Bruta...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Saarinen Style Dining or Cocktail Chair in Light Teal Velvet
Mid-Century Saarinen Style Dining or Cocktail Chair in Light Teal Velvet

Mid-Century Saarinen Style Dining or Cocktail Chair in Light Teal Velvet

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century dining or cocktail chair. Designed in a style that's very reminiscent of Finnish designing great Eero Saarinen. The chair has handsomely tapered blonde wood legs and has ...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century side chairs from Minotti, Set of 2
Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century side chairs from Minotti, Set of 2

Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century side chairs from Minotti, Set of 2

By Ezio Minotti

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This pair of side chairs was produced in Italy by Ezio Minotti around 1950. The chairs are made from a wooden structure with a floral fabric seat and remain in a good vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Brass

20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair
20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair

20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish side chair made of hand crafted polished Teakwood, in good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

Pair of White Shell Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With a unique sleek design, this pair of vintage chairs styled after Hans Wegner is sure to stand out. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Valenti elegant pair of turned wood folding chairs
Valenti elegant pair of turned wood folding chairs

Valenti elegant pair of turned wood folding chairs

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant pair of turned wood folding chairs with leather seat and backrest and brass details. Attributed to Pierre Lottier for Valenti. Made in the 1940s by Valenti, Barcelona, ​​Spa...

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Leather

1950s Barrel Back Lounge Chair on Castors-Reupholstered in Teddy Bear Fabric
1950s Barrel Back Lounge Chair on Castors-Reupholstered in Teddy Bear Fabric

1950s Barrel Back Lounge Chair on Castors-Reupholstered in Teddy Bear Fabric

By Murphy Miller Inc.

Located in Medina, OH

This 1950s mid-century modern barrel back chair on castors reupholstered in teddy bear fabric; truly the definition of vintage charm meets cozy comfort.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Midcentury High Back Ladder Flowery Fabric Italian Chiavari Side Chairs, 1950
Midcentury High Back Ladder Flowery Fabric Italian Chiavari Side Chairs, 1950

Midcentury High Back Ladder Flowery Fabric Italian Chiavari Side Chairs, 1950

Located in Roma, Lazio

Beautiful pair of "chiavarine" chairs, with a seat dressed in extravagant flowery fabric. High quality of the "Chiavari" chairs in very good original condition. Perfect sculptural s...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair
Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair
Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair

Classic Vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic vintage Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCM chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Tufted Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Tufted Armchairs

Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Tufted Armchairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Timeless and inviting, this pair of vintage Scandinavian armchairs embodies the clean lines, thoughtful proportions, and exceptional craftsmanship that define Nordic design. Featurin...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's
Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's

Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's

Located in New York, NY

Classic mid-century french lines on this ''egg" chair upholstered in brown bouclé, on four conical walnut legs ending in brass spheres.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Brass

Four Vintage Modern Corner Chairs
Four Vintage Modern Corner Chairs

Four Vintage Modern Corner Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four unique corner chairs in pink and purple upholstery. Framed on walnut wood with triangle backs. Please confirm location.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed
Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed

Pr. Mid Century Corner Lounge Chairs by Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed

Located in New York, NY

Super chic pair of triangular lounge chairs, attributed to Ficks Reed. The chairs feature a wrap around plinth style base of repeating bamboo pieces, and a bent bamboo frame. The cus...

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

Materials

Bamboo

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chairs, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chairs, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Chairs, 1950s

Located in Paris, FR

A pair of mid-century Italian chairs distinguished by their sculptural silhouette and exquisite restoration. The exposed wooden frame curves inward at the top, forming a distinctive ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Wood

Italian Pair of Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Club Chairs
Italian Pair of Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Club Chairs

Italian Pair of Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Club Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Italian pair of club chairs, with their clean modern design, will make a fabulous seating addition to any Mid-Century Modern living space.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Lounge Chairs, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Lounge Chairs, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Lounge Chairs, 1960s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This combination of rich wood and soft fabric highlights the understated elegance that makes Danish mid-century furniture so highly sought after. Versatile and timeless, these chair...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Guillerme et Chambron, Rare corner cabinet , Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare corner cabinet , Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960

Guillerme et Chambron, Rare corner cabinet , Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Guillerme et Chambron, Rare corner cabinet , Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iron Rod Side Chair, Paul McCobb / Arbuck Manner
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iron Rod Side Chair, Paul McCobb / Arbuck Manner

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iron Rod Side Chair, Paul McCobb / Arbuck Manner

Located in Trenton, NJ

A lean and architecturally precise mid-century modern side chair in black enameled iron rod, operating in the distinguished tradition of Paul McCobb's iron furniture for Arbuck Inc. ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely vintage Mid-Century Modern coral frieze upholstered modified slipper chair with round tapered walnut legs.

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Rare Mid-Century Modern Copacabana Chair by Mathieu Matégot, 1954
Rare Mid-Century Modern Copacabana Chair by Mathieu Matégot, 1954

Rare Mid-Century Modern Copacabana Chair by Mathieu Matégot, 1954

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Paris, FR

A rare collectible vintage lounge Copacabana chair by iconic French designer Mathieu Matégot composed of curved tubular steel legs and structure. This particular edition is distingui...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-26-C Writing Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-26-C Writing Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-26-C Writing Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Bjarne Dahlqvist Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Leather, Mid-Century Modern
Bjarne Dahlqvist Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Leather, Mid-Century Modern

Bjarne Dahlqvist Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Leather, Mid-Century Modern

By Bjarne Dahl

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

An exceptional and supremely comfortable lounge chair and ottoman designed by Bjarne Dahlqvist, this sculptural set embodies the relaxed sophistication of Scandinavian modern design.

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Gilded Corner Chair
Antique Gilded Corner Chair

Antique Gilded Corner Chair

$716Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Gilded Corner Chair

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique Gilded Corner Chair Dimensions. 22 W ; 22 D ; 29 H.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Dining Chairs in Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Dining Chairs in Teak

By Alf Aarseth

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Set of 6 Scandinavian chairs in teak model 145 by Alf Aarseth for Gustav Bahus & Eft. Assises redone 10 years ago with Kvadrat Molly fabric. Some traces of use on the corners of the ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Solid Pine Lounge Chair, France, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Solid Pine Lounge Chair, France, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Solid Pine Lounge Chair, France, 1970s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Solid Pine Lounge Chair, France, 1970s This mid-century modern lounge chair, crafted in France during the 1970s, is a beautiful representation of understated Euro...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Italian mid-century modern Chairs in aqua green formica and metal, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern Chairs in aqua green formica and metal, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern Chairs in aqua green formica and metal, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern Chairs in aqua green formica and metal, 1960s Set of 4 chairs with square seat and backrest with rounded corners in light blue-aqua green formica.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mocha Colored Velvet Club Lounge Chair Style Dunbar
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mocha Colored Velvet Club Lounge Chair Style Dunbar

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mocha Colored Velvet Club Lounge Chair Style Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern mocha colored velvet club or lounge chair in the style of Dunbar.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid Century Modern Accent Chair with Tufted Seat & Walnut Legs
Mid Century Modern Accent Chair with Tufted Seat & Walnut Legs

Mid Century Modern Accent Chair with Tufted Seat & Walnut Legs

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern accent chair features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, vintage floral upholstery with removable cushion & tufted seat, and tall tapered legs.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Italian mid-century modern chair in brown formica and black metal, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern chair in brown formica and black metal, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern chair in brown formica and black metal, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern chair in brown formica and black metal, 1960s Set of six brown formica chairs with decorations that recall the texture of wood.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century High Back Windsor Chair
Mid Century High Back Windsor Chair

Mid Century High Back Windsor Chair

$1,750Sale Price / item|30% Off

Mid Century High Back Windsor Chair

By De Ster Gelderland

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A perfect example of early mid century craftsmanship at it's finest. Constructed of solid maple wood with a beautifully angled, bird cage back, large button arm caps and hand carved...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Olof Ottelin Windsor Chair 'Buffalo' in Oak, Mid-Century Modern
Olof Ottelin Windsor Chair 'Buffalo' in Oak, Mid-Century Modern

Olof Ottelin Windsor Chair 'Buffalo' in Oak, Mid-Century Modern

By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Olof Ottelin

Located in Kangasala, FI

Rare windsor chair, design by Olof Ottelin in the 1950's Produced in Finland by Keravan puusepäntehdas - Kervo Snickerifabriks Ab. Company that is known for manifacturing some of the...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair with Spindle Back, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair with Spindle Back, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair with Spindle Back, 1950s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This striking mid-century modern lounge chair showcases the timeless balance of sculptural form and functional comfort that defines the best of 1950s–1960s design.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Wonderful Milo Baughman Circular Satellite Chair Mid-Century Modern
Wonderful Milo Baughman Circular Satellite Chair Mid-Century Modern

Wonderful Milo Baughman Circular Satellite Chair Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful oversized circular chaise, cuddle style chair by Milo Baughman. Perfect for that cozy corner! The original creamy white velvet shows some light wear but in our opinion co...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Pair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Pair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Pair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Armless Easy Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Armless Easy Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Armless Easy Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Italian mid century modern set of different wicker and black metal chairs 1960s
Italian mid century modern set of different wicker and black metal chairs 1960s

Italian mid century modern set of different wicker and black metal chairs 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid century modern set of six different wicker and black metal chairs, 1960s Set consisting of six chairs with metal structure, seat and back with rounded corners, entirely i...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Large Lounge Chair in New Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Large Lounge Chair in New Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Large Lounge Chair in New Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Large Lounge Chair in New Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s A striking example of mid-century Italian design, this generously proportioned lounge chair blends sculpt...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Two Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Two Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Two Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Set of 4 / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Set of 4 / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Easy Chair Set of 4 / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Textured Upholstered Seat
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Textured Upholstered Seat

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Textured Upholstered Seat

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage Mid-Century Modern dining chair features a clean and elegant design typical of mid-20th-century craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Turned Wood Corner Chair
Turned Wood Corner Chair

Turned Wood Corner Chair

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H 29 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in

Turned Wood Corner Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking turned wood corner chair with woven cane seat and sheepskin cushion, circa 1950s. This handcrafted solid hardwood chair is designed with excellent structurally sound cane an...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

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Sheepskin, Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Down

Ernesto Gomez Gallardo Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Ernesto Gomez Gallardo Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Ernesto Gomez Gallardo Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in

Ernesto Gomez Gallardo Mid-Century Modern Chairs

By Watt Studio

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Cedar and bronze chairs by Ernesto Gomez Gallardo, circa 1950's.

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Corner Chairs

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Bronze

Vintage Thonet Tubular Steel Corner Chairs
Vintage Thonet Tubular Steel Corner Chairs

Vintage Thonet Tubular Steel Corner Chairs

Unavailable

H 32 in W 35 in D 20.5 in

Vintage Thonet Tubular Steel Corner Chairs

By Gilbert Rohde, Thonet

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage corner chairs with elaborate curved tubular steel bases and wedge-shaped tops upholstered in light yellow vinyl. Design attributed to Gilbert Rohde. Chairs manufactured by Th...

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

Materials

Steel

Chunky chrome heart shape chair
Chunky chrome heart shape chair

Chunky chrome heart shape chair

Unavailable

H 40.95 in W 22.64 in D 24.41 in

Chunky chrome heart shape chair

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Haywards Heath, GB

Beautiful large chunky brushed chrome chair with a heart shaped back and distinctive large chrome balls. This is low chair, not dining chair height. Would be a perfect bathroom or ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Chrome

'Rangelino' Hacienda Lounge Chair
'Rangelino' Hacienda Lounge Chair

'Rangelino' Hacienda Lounge Chair

Unavailable

H 37.5 in W 21.5 in D 19.5 in

'Rangelino' Hacienda Lounge Chair

By Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Handcrafted and assembled hacienda chair featuring Hidalgo's blue-dyed leather and iconic stamp of a Mexican scene painted at the crown of the chair. Hidalgo is a renowned illustrato...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Bedroom chair by Dangles & Defrance for Burov. France, 1950s
Bedroom chair by Dangles & Defrance for Burov. France, 1950s

Bedroom chair by Dangles & Defrance for Burov. France, 1950s

Unavailable

H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 20.08 in

Bedroom chair by Dangles & Defrance for Burov. France, 1950s

By Christian Defrance and Geneviève Dangles

Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England

Mid-century, modernist occasional, bedroom chair by Genevieve Dangles-Christian Defrance for Burov, 1950s. Iron structure, newly upholstered in a Green boucle Dedar fabric. Dimensio...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Easy Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Pair of Easy Chairs by Fritz Hansen

Pair of Easy Chairs by Fritz Hansen

Unavailable

H 31.89 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in

Pair of Easy Chairs by Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of easy chairs by Fritz Hansen. Model 1669. Manufactured in 1938, reupholstered in a golden colored velvet.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Cone Chair by Sir Terence Conran 1950's
Cone Chair by Sir Terence Conran 1950's

Cone Chair by Sir Terence Conran 1950's

Unavailable

H 31.5 in Dm 33.08 in

Cone Chair by Sir Terence Conran 1950's

By Sir Terence Conran

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Rare original edition of a pair of Cône armchairs by Terence Conran for Conran Furniture from 1950's. The two chairs are in very good condition; the willow baskets have no breakage a...

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner Wing Armchair GE 181
Hans J. Wegner Wing Armchair GE 181

Hans J. Wegner Wing Armchair GE 181

Unavailable

H 41.5 in W 29.5 in D 31.5 in

Hans J. Wegner Wing Armchair GE 181

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Ottawa, ON

Hans Wegner wing chair frame in lacquered oak with green striped upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Eames Herman Miller DCM, 1950s
Eames Herman Miller DCM, 1950s

Eames Herman Miller DCM, 1950s

Unavailable

H 29 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

Eames Herman Miller DCM, 1950s

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Vintage Herman Miller Eames DCM. The finish appears to be an aniline red and the backrest shockmounts have been replaced. Retains the Herman Miller foil label as pictured. The DCM is...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Century Furniture Mid-Century Lounge Yellow Chair
Century Furniture Mid-Century Lounge Yellow Chair

Century Furniture Mid-Century Lounge Yellow Chair

Unavailable

H 26 in W 27 in D 27 in

Century Furniture Mid-Century Lounge Yellow Chair

By Century Furniture

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Century Furniture lounge chair in original fabric. Features tufted buttons. Some vintage wear, mostly on leg fronts, right side in particular. Small foot print. Perfect for corne...

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Mid-Century Modern, Six Medea Chairs, Vittorio Nobili/F.lli Tagliabue, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern, Six Medea Chairs, Vittorio Nobili/F.lli Tagliabue, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern, Six Medea Chairs, Vittorio Nobili/F.lli Tagliabue, Plywood

By Vittorio Nobili

Located in Montecatini Terme, Toscana

Six ‘Medea’ chairs. The Medea chair was designed by Vittorio Nobili and manufactured by Fratelli Tagliabue, Italy 1956. Structure in black painted Metal and Body in One Sheet of ho...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

White Mid-Century Modern American 'Squirm' Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
White Mid-Century Modern American 'Squirm' Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb

White Mid-Century Modern American 'Squirm' Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb

By Custom Craft Inc., Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century American “Squirm” Lounge Chair, model 3042, designed by Paul McCobb for Custom Craft, Inc. USA 1957, white vinyl upholstery on a wood and spring frame with turned wood co...

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

Materials

Synthetic

Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs
Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A set of six Chinese Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, Hong Kong 1970s, a Western-influenced modification to the Classic Chinese splat back chair.

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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Two Elegant Mid-Century Slipper Side Chairs
Set of Two Elegant Mid-Century Slipper Side Chairs

Set of Two Elegant Mid-Century Slipper Side Chairs

Unavailable

H 18 in W 20.75 in D 22 in

Set of Two Elegant Mid-Century Slipper Side Chairs

Located in New York, NY

The Mid-Century slipper side chair is in the manner of Billy Haines. It's elegant and comfortable. Sleek and stylish. Their slender legs and high back make them a very chic pair. Per...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Black Metal Armchair by Eero Aarnio for Mobile Italia, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Black Metal Armchair by Eero Aarnio for Mobile Italia, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Black Metal Armchair by Eero Aarnio for Mobile Italia, 1970s

By Mobel Italia, Eero Aarnio

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern Black Metal Armchair by Eero Aarnio for Mobile Italia, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Karl Erik Ekselius for Pastoe, 1960s
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Karl Erik Ekselius for Pastoe, 1960s

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Karl Erik Ekselius for Pastoe, 1960s

By Karl-Erik Ekselius, Pastoe

Located in Schagen, NL

Mid-Century Modern ounge chair, easy chair or armchair, Designed by Karl Erik Ekselius for Pastoe.

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

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Collectible Armchair, Dining Chair, Luisa by Franco Albini
Italian Mid-Century Collectible Armchair, Dining Chair, Luisa by Franco Albini

Italian Mid-Century Collectible Armchair, Dining Chair, Luisa by Franco Albini

By Franco Albini, Poggi

Located in Milan, IT

Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern “Luisa” dining chair, designed by architect Franco Albini for Poggi, with walnut frame and original sage green fabric upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Banana Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Banana Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Banana Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Banana" fabric. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Bermuda Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Bermuda Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Bermuda Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Bermuda" fabric Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Captain Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Captain Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Captain Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Captain" fabric Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Walnut Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Walnut Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Walnut Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Walnut" fabric Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by ...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Plum Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Plum Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Durable Plum Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Plum" fabric Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Li...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Hydro Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Hydro Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Hydro Fabric DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner module beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Cordoba Hydro" fabric. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Sangria Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Sangria Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Stain Free Sangria Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner module beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Cordoba Sangria" fabric. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produc...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Full Grain Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Full Grain Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Full Grain Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our signature Full Grain black leather. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Ligne Roset, France and designed b...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Rose TOGO Corner Seat in natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Rose TOGO Corner Seat in natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Rose TOGO Corner Seat in natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage Corner Seat, beautifully reupholstered with our signature cognac leather. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Ligne Roset, France and designed by Michel...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Foam

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Stain Free Sky Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Stain Free Sky Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner Seat in Stain Free Sky Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Ostend, BE

Iconic French vintage corner seat, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free, washable and very durable "Peak Sky" fabric. Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Li...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Pair of Cube Base Tufted Deck Chairs
Pair of Cube Base Tufted Deck Chairs

Pair of Cube Base Tufted Deck Chairs

Unavailable

H 33 in W 25 in D 28 in

Pair of Cube Base Tufted Deck Chairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of midcentury tufted deck chairs with striped canvas and cube bases. Nail heads attach the stretched canvas to the curved frames with the bases having pairs of stainless steel b...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Canvas

Original 1960s Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair, Denmark
Original 1960s Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair, Denmark

Original 1960s Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair, Denmark

By Verner Panton

Located in Denver, CO

Designed in 1958 this chair represents quintessential 'period leading edge' Danish modern design which has proven timeless. Highly sculptural from all angles, the chair functions bri...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early 1970s Dutch Pagwood School Chairs for Children
Early 1970s Dutch Pagwood School Chairs for Children

Early 1970s Dutch Pagwood School Chairs for Children

Unavailable

H 18.9 in W 18.9 in D 15.36 in

Early 1970s Dutch Pagwood School Chairs for Children

By Tubax

Located in London, GB

A set of four super-stylish, stacking kids’ chairs to bring some cool into the craft corner and some high-end to the homework area. Playroom style went up a notch when these early...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Composition

Silvio Cavatorta, Italy 1950 Elegant Lemon Wood Celadon Velvet Chair
Silvio Cavatorta, Italy 1950 Elegant Lemon Wood Celadon Velvet Chair

Silvio Cavatorta, Italy 1950 Elegant Lemon Wood Celadon Velvet Chair

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH

Super elegant single chair for a feminine corner Made in lemon wood and designed by Silvio Cavatorta, Italy, 1950 Fine new reupholstered in Celadon 1st class velvet.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Fruitwood

Color Beat, Cado, Five Stacking Chairs, 1970s Denmark, by Sten Østergaard
Color Beat, Cado, Five Stacking Chairs, 1970s Denmark, by Sten Østergaard

Color Beat, Cado, Five Stacking Chairs, 1970s Denmark, by Sten Østergaard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The color beat. Our latest drop is a homage to the city that raised our eye for design. Copenhagen, Copenhagen - Cado, five stacking dining chairs from 1970s Denmark. Designed by St...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Plastic

Set of Eight Steel Stak-A-Bye Chairs with Original Naugahyde Seats
Set of Eight Steel Stak-A-Bye Chairs with Original Naugahyde Seats

Set of Eight Steel Stak-A-Bye Chairs with Original Naugahyde Seats

By Harry Sebel

Located in Woodbury, CT

This sleek set of eight polished steel Stak-A-Bye chairs features their original snap-on brown Naugahyde seats and is quite rare. In immaculate condition, we have had the frames stri...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Danish Lounge Chair in Green Velvet
1950s Danish Lounge Chair in Green Velvet

1950s Danish Lounge Chair in Green Velvet

Unavailable

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in

1950s Danish Lounge Chair in Green Velvet

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

Due to the soft edges, tilted shapes and upholstery this is truly a mid-century modern armchair from Denmark. This chair is a true classic, comfortable chair that will fit perfectl...

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

Materials

Velvet

Gianfranco Frattini Midcentury Mod.105 Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1960, Set of 4
Gianfranco Frattini Midcentury Mod.105 Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1960, Set of 4

Gianfranco Frattini Midcentury Mod.105 Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1960, Set of 4

By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Padova, IT

A stunning set of four "Mod. 105" beechwood dining chairs designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Cassina in 1960. The straightforward elegance of the vertical front and angl...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Wool

Red Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Red Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Red Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Unavailable

H 37.5 in W 30 in D 37.5 in

Red Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Dunbar Furniture, Widdicomb Furniture Co., Fritz Hansen, Jens Risom, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Framingham, MA

Beautiful red leather wingback easy chair and ottoman, in the style of Borge Mogensen. Very nice design with a half-moon ottoman shape to add symmetry to the chair. The chair sits a...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Lucite Low Lounge Chairs
Pair of Lucite Low Lounge Chairs

Pair of Lucite Low Lounge Chairs

Unavailable

H 23 in W 21 in D 30 in

Pair of Lucite Low Lounge Chairs

By Gary Gutterman

Located in Hudson, NY

Great pair of bent lucite lounge chairs with original buff colored cow hide and contrasting black leather welt box cushions. Lucite is 3/4"thick with rounded corners. Attributed to G...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Cowhide, Hide

Oversized Cigar Brown High Quality Leather Club Chair
Oversized Cigar Brown High Quality Leather Club Chair

Oversized Cigar Brown High Quality Leather Club Chair

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in

Oversized Cigar Brown High Quality Leather Club Chair

Located in Bucharest, RO

Large and comfy oversized leather club chair in a beautiful brown cigar leather. Features unique standing seams and exposed stitchwork. If you are looking for the perfect corner read...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Sam Maloof Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Sam Maloof Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Sam Maloof Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Unavailable

H 42.5 in W 29.13 in D 31.5 in

Sam Maloof Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Sam Maloof

Located in Fulton, CA

An important sculptural black walnut lounge chair and accompanying foot stool by Sam Maloof. Beautiful glow to original finish. Newly upholstered in black leather. Both pieces signed...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

“Cotton Club” Chair by Carlo Forcolini for Alias, Italy 1980
“Cotton Club” Chair by Carlo Forcolini for Alias, Italy 1980

“Cotton Club” Chair by Carlo Forcolini for Alias, Italy 1980

Unavailable

H 28.55 in W 16.93 in D 22.45 in

“Cotton Club” Chair by Carlo Forcolini for Alias, Italy 1980

By Alias, Carlo Forcolini

Located in Wilnis, UT

A beautiful lounge chair, model “Cotton Club”, designed by Carlo Forcolini and manufactured by Alias in Italy around 1980. An striking design by one of the most influential Italian ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Handwoven Mexican Midcentury Inspired Cali Lounge Chair, Steel and Leather
Handwoven Mexican Midcentury Inspired Cali Lounge Chair, Steel and Leather

Handwoven Mexican Midcentury Inspired Cali Lounge Chair, Steel and Leather

By Leon Leon Design

Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc

This handwoven midcentury inspired Cali lounge chair is a unique creation by León León Design from Mexico City, a modern version of the famous Acapulco chair. The Cali Natural Leath...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Milo Baughman "Cube" Chairs with Chromed Metal "T" Back
Pair of Milo Baughman "Cube" Chairs with Chromed Metal "T" Back

Pair of Milo Baughman "Cube" Chairs with Chromed Metal "T" Back

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage "cube" chairs in good condition. Leather cushioned on a chromed metal "T-back" frame. They have been re-upholstered in beige leather, though one of the chairs has a...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort
A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort

A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort

By Artifort

Located in Fort mill, SC

A pair of sculptural 1970’s French Radical kneeling stools attributed to Artifort in vintage unrestored condition retaining grey factory stretch fabric on an injection moulded dense ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Pernilla Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
Pair of Pernilla Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux

Pair of Pernilla Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux

Unavailable

H 38.19 in W 33.86 in D 27.17 in

Pair of Pernilla Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Oisterwijk, NL

Pair of armchairs, model 'Pernilla,' designed by Bruno Mathsson. Manufactured by Dux (Denmark), circa 1950. Painted molded beech frame with canvas and black leather seat, arm and b...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, by P. Tendercool
Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, by P. Tendercool

Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, by P. Tendercool

Unavailable

H 26.78 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in

Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, by P. Tendercool

By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer

Located in Bangkok, TH

This is an outdoor lounge chair from our Sit-Stirring collection, bespoke handmade sofas and daybeds, designed by Belgian designers Pieter Compernol and Stephanie Grusenmeyer, founde...

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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

1980s Italian Architectural Otto 121' High Back Chairs by Paola Navone for Gerva
1980s Italian Architectural Otto 121' High Back Chairs by Paola Navone for Gerva

1980s Italian Architectural Otto 121' High Back Chairs by Paola Navone for Gerva

By Paola Navone

Located in Boston, MA

Pair of Italian architectural 'Otto 121' high back side chairs designed by Paola Navone for Gervasoni, circa 1990s. Perfect height for a writer's desk or corner accent chair or extra...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Stunning 1950s Brass Chiavari Side Chairs, Italy, circa 1950
Pair of Stunning 1950s Brass Chiavari Side Chairs, Italy, circa 1950

Pair of Stunning 1950s Brass Chiavari Side Chairs, Italy, circa 1950

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful side chairs upholstered in red velvet with a beautifully crafted brass frame. These chairs are new old stock, they have never been used previously. The former owner still l...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Reclaimed Hardwood by P. Tendercool
Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Reclaimed Hardwood by P. Tendercool

Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Reclaimed Hardwood by P. Tendercool

By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer

Located in Bangkok, TH

Model: PT73 (one seat sofa) and PT77 (footrest) (Outdoor) Frame: Reclaimed hardwood Frame finish: Diamond Oil finish water-based polyurethane coating Structure: Extruded and hand-we...

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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four 1950s Dunbar Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, USA
Set of Four 1950s Dunbar Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, USA

Set of Four 1950s Dunbar Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, USA

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Denver, CO

Beautiful set of four (mid-rise) Parsons dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1959. Amazing original fabric and upholstery in usable condition with the welting...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair A

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair A

Unavailable

H 32 in W 17.25 in D 22.5 in

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair A

Located in Charlotte, NC

Rattan with a distinctive Mid-Century Modern style, rounded back with flared corner yellow colored vinyl upholstered backrest, arched legs and stretchers supporting yellow colored vi...

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Mid-20th Century American Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Plastic

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair B

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair B

Unavailable

H 32 in W 17.25 in D 22.5 in

BAM-TAN 1960's Rattan Dining Side Chairs - Pair B

Located in Charlotte, NC

Rattan with a distinctive mid century modern style, rounded back with flared corner yellow colored vinyl upholstered backrest, arched legs and stretchers supporting yellow colored vi...

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Mid-20th Century American Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Plastic

Dining Chairs of Blue Fiberglass with Chrome Frames from Kreuger, Set of 4
Dining Chairs of Blue Fiberglass with Chrome Frames from Kreuger, Set of 4

Dining Chairs of Blue Fiberglass with Chrome Frames from Kreuger, Set of 4

By Krueger International

Located in Madison, WI

Dining chairs of blue fiberglass with chrome frames from Kreuger International. Set of 4. This set of chairs offers sitting comfort within a minimalist footprint. Lightweight yet stu...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Midcentury Black Vinyl Accent Chair Minimal Retro Vintage Waiting Room Armchair

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Located in Leamington Spa, GB

Stunning mid century modern armchairs designed under Knoll influence With square chrome frames and armrests.

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

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Chrome

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Located in Madison, WI

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

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H 25.2 in W 58.27 in D 35.44 in

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Located in Torino, Piemonte

Vintage living room set, Italy 1970s, composed of two sofas, two lounge chairs and a corner/coffee table, entirely restored and reupholstered in velvet Measures: Sofas: depth 90cm...

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

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Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

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Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

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

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Chrome

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Mid Century Modern Corner Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern corner chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century modern corner chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. There are many kinds of the mid century modern corner chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each mid century modern corner chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Paolo Buffa, Charles and Ray Eames and PP Mobler each produced at least one beautiful mid century modern corner chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Corner Chair?

A mid century modern corner chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,865, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $14,000.

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.