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Mid-Century Modern Chairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Y Back Captains Chairs - Rosewood + Leather + Cane
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Y Back Captains Chairs - Rosewood + Leather + Cane

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Y Back Captains Chairs - Rosewood + Leather + Cane

$9,450 / set

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Y Back Captains Chairs - Rosewood + Leather + Cane

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Decatur, GA

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Y Back Captains chairs, circa 1950s. Rare rosewood examples. All original finish on the sculpted and bentwood frames. Original cane is 100% complete...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Rosewood

Nest Dining Chair, Yellow Nouvelles Vagues Velvet by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Nest Dining Chair, Yellow Nouvelles Vagues Velvet by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Nest Dining Chair, Yellow Nouvelles Vagues Velvet by Dedar, Vintola Studio

$1,672 / item

Nest Dining Chair, Yellow Nouvelles Vagues Velvet by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stable dining seating. A contemporary chair inspired by the spirit of 1960s design, reinterpreted through a softer, more embracing form. With its integr...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Beech

Set of 4 Pcs. Mid-Century Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs by Cidue
Set of 4 Pcs. Mid-Century Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs by Cidue

Set of 4 Pcs. Mid-Century Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs by Cidue

$3,488 / set

Set of 4 Pcs. Mid-Century Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs by Cidue

By Marcel Breuer, Cidue

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 4 pieces Cesca chairs designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928's. Production circa 1980's. These chairs are created in tubular chrome and woven cane rattan seat and back. With Cidue ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pierre Chapo 'S34A' Sculptural Chair in Solid Elm
Pierre Chapo 'S34A' Sculptural Chair in Solid Elm

Pierre Chapo 'S34A' Sculptural Chair in Solid Elm

$6,950

Pierre Chapo 'S34A' Sculptural Chair in Solid Elm

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Chapo, chair, model 'S34A', solid elm, France, circa 1973 This early edition chair model 'S34A' is designed by Pierre Chapo circa 1973. This asymmetrical chair executed in e...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Elm

Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s, Switzerland
Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s, Switzerland

Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s, Switzerland

$2,044 / set

Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s, Switzerland

By Horgen-Glarus

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Leather Pair of Folding Chairs by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus , 1960s, Switzerland Measurements : Height: 84 cm Width: 59 cm Depth: 55 cm Seating height: 37 cm Please do not he...

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 6 Eero Aarnio Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Eero Aarnio Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Eero Aarnio Dining Chairs

$6,800 / set

Set of 6 Eero Aarnio Dining Chairs

By Eero Aarnio

Located in Houston, TX

Set of six suede-upholstered chairs by Eero Aarnio. The vintage chairs feature original padded seats and backs in suede with chrome-plated steel frames, exemplifying late modern Scan...

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 2 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago
Set of 2 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

Set of 2 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

$4,751 / set

Set of 2 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

By Umberto Asnago, Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 2 pcs. vintage Progetti armchairs, designed by Umberto Asnago. Manufacture date circa 1990's by Giorgetti, Italy. Labeled on the bottom and upholstery. In original white color...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs'
Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs'

Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs'

$158,000 / set

Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs'

By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio

Located in Waalwijk, NL

George Nakashima, set of eight 'Grass-seated Chairs', American black walnut, sea grass cord, United States, early 1960s Through its pure form, thoughtful use of materials, and exqui...

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Walnut

Set of 4 vintage 1960s Cesca model chairs designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina
Set of 4 vintage 1960s Cesca model chairs designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

Set of 4 vintage 1960s Cesca model chairs designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

$3,079Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 4 vintage 1960s Cesca model chairs designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

Located in None, IT

Set of four chairs with chrome-plated metal frame and wooden seat with Vienna straw, model "Cesca" designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, with si...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Pair of 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Pair of 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Pair of 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather

$5,500 / set

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Pair of 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, pair of 'Monk' dining chairs, walnut, patinated leather, Italy, 1974. Pair of 'Monk' chairs by Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The cognac lea...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of 6 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago
Set of 6 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

Set of 6 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

$14,314 / set

Set of 6 pcs. Giorgetti Progetti Armchairs by Umberto Asnago

By Umberto Asnago, Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 6 pcs. vintage Progetti armchairs, designed by Umberto Asnago. Manufacture date circa 1990's by Giorgetti, Italy. Labeled on the bottom and upholstery. In original white color...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

"Gaja" chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, 1970s
"Gaja" chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, 1970s

"Gaja" chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, 1970s

$1,323

"Gaja" chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, 1970s

By Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

"Gaja" chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, Made in Italy, 1970s. This Chair is made of an electro-welded, chrome-plated steel rod. This type is in the version with genuine leathe...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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

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

$6,500 / set

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

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Rare early vintage set of two vintage Arne Jacobsen Swan Lounge Chairs by Fritz Hansen, made in Denmark. All original swivel chairs with alternate rare bases that have the option of ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Alagoas Armchair by Michel Arnoult, Imbuia Wood & Leather, 1959
Alagoas Armchair by Michel Arnoult, Imbuia Wood & Leather, 1959

Alagoas Armchair by Michel Arnoult, Imbuia Wood & Leather, 1959

$712Sale Price|25% Off

Alagoas Armchair by Michel Arnoult, Imbuia Wood & Leather, 1959

By Michel Arnoult

Located in San Francisco, US

Designed by French-born Michel Arnoult in the late 1950s, this armchair exemplifies the ingenuity of Brazilian mid-century modern design. Produced for the Alagoas Collection by Foren...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Imbuia

Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

$1,202 / item

Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Beech

Sculptural Italian Dining Chair in Beige Upholstery
Sculptural Italian Dining Chair in Beige Upholstery

Sculptural Italian Dining Chair in Beige Upholstery

$1,230

Sculptural Italian Dining Chair in Beige Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chair, fabric, coated steel, wood, Italy, 1960s This Italian-designed armchair is characterized by their striking sculptural silhouette, featuring sculpted lines and sharply ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Italian Space Age Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti, 1960s
Mid-Century Italian Space Age Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti, 1960s

Mid-Century Italian Space Age Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti, 1960s

$738

Mid-Century Italian Space Age Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti, 1960s

By Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Hamburg, DE

Plia folding chair by Castelli based on a design by Giancarlo Piretti from the 60s. Here in a rare and early version in transparent yellow. This design classic is still in productio...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Farmer Series Chair by Gerd Lange for Bofinger, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Farmer Series Chair by Gerd Lange for Bofinger, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Farmer Series Chair by Gerd Lange for Bofinger, 1960s

$1,082 / item

Mid-Century Modern Farmer Series Chair by Gerd Lange for Bofinger, 1960s

By Bofinger, Gerd Lange

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Farmer Series Chair by Gerd Lange for Bofinger. - Special design classics from the Bofinger Farmer Program - Designed by Gerd Lange from the 1960s - Dismantleable furnit...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Mid Century Beige Checkered Fabric Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Beige Checkered Fabric Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Beige Checkered Fabric Armchair, Europe, 1960s

$902 / item

Mid Century Beige Checkered Fabric Armchair, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Very comfortable armchair type 300-227, unusual model but captivating with its minimalism. Construction without armrests, turned legs made of beech wood. These armchairs were manuf...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970
Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970

Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970

$9,382 / set

Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

"Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Made in Italy, 1970. Set of four "Dialogo" chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1973. The feature of this "D...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Beech

Signed Mies Van Der Rohe “Brno” Steel Chair for Knoll
Signed Mies Van Der Rohe “Brno” Steel Chair for Knoll

Signed Mies Van Der Rohe “Brno” Steel Chair for Knoll

$995

Signed Mies Van Der Rohe “Brno” Steel Chair for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition This signed Mies van der Rohe “Brno” chair, produced by Knoll in the 2000s, embodies the timeless elegance of Bauhaus design. Its sleek cantile...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Claudio Salocchi Dining Chairs
Set of 4 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Claudio Salocchi Dining Chairs

Set of 4 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Claudio Salocchi Dining Chairs

$3,007 / set

Set of 4 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Claudio Salocchi Dining Chairs

By Claudio Salocchi

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 4 pcs. Mid-Century Italian chrome frame dining chairs with fur skin upholstery by Claudio Salocchi from 1960's. Very good original vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

$7,217 / set

Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Beech

Anonima Castelli Plia Folding Chairs Giancarlo Piretti Color Smoked Lucite set 4
Anonima Castelli Plia Folding Chairs Giancarlo Piretti Color Smoked Lucite set 4

Anonima Castelli Plia Folding Chairs Giancarlo Piretti Color Smoked Lucite set 4

$1,500 / set

Anonima Castelli Plia Folding Chairs Giancarlo Piretti Color Smoked Lucite set 4

By Castelli

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Set of four Anonima Castelli Piana Folding Chairs designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the 1960s. Made in Italy, these chairs feature a sleek and elegant smoked lucite color finish with ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair in Original Pastel Blue Upholstery
Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair in Original Pastel Blue Upholstery

Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair in Original Pastel Blue Upholstery

$1,420

Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair in Original Pastel Blue Upholstery

By Verner Panton

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Designed in 1958 by the visionary Danish designer Verner Panton, the Cone Chair stands as one of the most iconic expressions of mid-century modern design. Defined by its bold geometr...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Pine Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Glostrup, 1960s
Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Pine Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Glostrup, 1960s

Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Pine Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Glostrup, 1960s

$1,407 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Pine Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Glostrup, 1960s

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Hamburg, DE

Solid wooden chairs from the Danish manufacturer Glostrup based on a design by Niels Koefoed from the 1960s. A rustic design. For a traditional Danish interior or as a contrast in a...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Vintage Pair of Black Leather Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1, 1960's
Vintage Pair of Black Leather Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1, 1960's

Vintage Pair of Black Leather Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1, 1960's

$6,615 / set

Vintage Pair of Black Leather Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1, 1960's

By Le Corbusier

Located in Vilnius, LT

Pair of vintage LC1 black leather chairs designed by Le Corbusier circa 1928's and manufactured in 1960's. Engraved serial umbers 9853 and 6709, Le Corbusier signature. Very good ori...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set 4 sedie vintage anni 70 in legno e pelle design Pietro Costantini per Ello
Set 4 sedie vintage anni 70 in legno e pelle design Pietro Costantini per Ello

Set 4 sedie vintage anni 70 in legno e pelle design Pietro Costantini per Ello

$1,818Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set 4 sedie vintage anni 70 in legno e pelle design Pietro Costantini per Ello

By Pietro Costantini, Ello Furniture

Located in None, IT

Set of four chairs with black lacquered wood frame and black leather seat, designed by Pietro Costantini for Ello, 1970s. CONDITION: In buone condizioni, presenta segni di usura dov...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid Century Blue Mushroom Chair, Type 200/128, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Blue Mushroom Chair, Type 200/128, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Blue Mushroom Chair, Type 200/128, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s

$962 / item

Mid Century Blue Mushroom Chair, Type 200/128, by J. Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful chairs type 200/128, designed by Juliusz Kedziorek and manufactured by Goscieninska Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice s...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Dal Vera 'Les Arcs' Chairs in Black Leather and Chromed Metal
Dal Vera 'Les Arcs' Chairs in Black Leather and Chromed Metal

Dal Vera 'Les Arcs' Chairs in Black Leather and Chromed Metal

$1,450 / item

Dal Vera 'Les Arcs' Chairs in Black Leather and Chromed Metal

By Dal Vera

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dal Vera, 'Les Arcs' chairs, selected by Charlotte Perriand, black leather, chrome-plated metal, circa 1970 This well-constructed pair of chairs were manufactured by Dal Vera and s...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Iron Hoop Chair, Reilly-Wolff
Mid Century Iron Hoop Chair, Reilly-Wolff

Mid Century Iron Hoop Chair, Reilly-Wolff

$1,200

Mid Century Iron Hoop Chair, Reilly-Wolff

Located in Riverdale, NY

Iconic Mid Century Iron Hoop Chair circa 1950's. Patinaed Wrought Iron in hoop form with foam wedge cushions and sunny orange bias cut cotton/silk textile. Cool aesthetic piece as we...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Paco Muñoz 'Riaza' Hunting Children's Chairs in Patinated Leather
Paco Muñoz 'Riaza' Hunting Children's Chairs in Patinated Leather

Paco Muñoz 'Riaza' Hunting Children's Chairs in Patinated Leather

$550 / item

Paco Muñoz 'Riaza' Hunting Children's Chairs in Patinated Leather

By Paco Muñoz, Darro

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paco Muñoz for Darro, 'Riaza' chairs for children, samara, leather, metal, Spain, 1960s This robust and resilient low lounge chair, a creation of Paco Muñoz from the 1960s, epitomiz...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 10 12 Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 Oak Stacking Dining Chairs by Castelli
Set of 8 10 12 Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 Oak Stacking Dining Chairs by Castelli

Set of 8 10 12 Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 Oak Stacking Dining Chairs by Castelli

$374Sale Price / item|25% Off

Set of 8 10 12 Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 Oak Stacking Dining Chairs by Castelli

By Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Lafayette, IN

The iconic "DSC 106" stacking chair designed by the renowned Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli. Chair features plastic-sheathed legs, contoured Oak plywood seat & back, and stylish ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Chrome Chairs by Willy Rizzo
Set of 6 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Chrome Chairs by Willy Rizzo

Set of 6 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Chrome Chairs by Willy Rizzo

$9,502 / set

Set of 6 pcs. Mid-Century Italian Chrome Chairs by Willy Rizzo

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 6 pcs. Mid-Century Italian chrome frame chairs by Willy Rizzo from 1970's. This set consits of 4 pcs. chairs with and 2 pcs. with amrests. The chairs are with new black color ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

French Armchair with Red Wooden Frame and Straw Seat
French Armchair with Red Wooden Frame and Straw Seat

French Armchair with Red Wooden Frame and Straw Seat

$950

French Armchair with Red Wooden Frame and Straw Seat

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Armchair, beech, straw, France, 1960s. Stunning French armchair with red beech frame and classic organic straw seat. This chair features a solid wooden frame, consisting of cylindri...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

$11,908 / set

Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Fabric Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Fabric Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

Fabric Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

$60 / item

Fabric Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Samples of choosen fabric finishes. You can order our products in every of that fabrics. If you have any questions please send us a message and let us know what type of fabric do you...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Wood Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Wood Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

Wood Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

$60 / item

Wood Finish Samples, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Samples of 54 color of wood finishes. You can order our products in every of that finishes. If you have any questions please send us a message.

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Le Corbusier Armchair LC1 by Cassina
Vintage Le Corbusier Armchair LC1 by Cassina

Vintage Le Corbusier Armchair LC1 by Cassina

$3,488

Vintage Le Corbusier Armchair LC1 by Cassina

By Le Corbusier, Cassina

Located in Vilnius, LT

Vintage LC1 chair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, circa 1928. Base in chromed tubular steel, pony skin upholstery. Marked/engraved on the frame: Cass...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather
Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather

$5,200 / set

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather

By Bernini, Silvio Coppola

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Silvio Coppola for Bernini, set of four dining chairs model 330, leather, walnut, Italy, 1960s. This magnificent set of dining chairs by the renowned Italian designer Silvio Coppola...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Gray Wool, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Gray Wool, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Gray Wool, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s

$969 / item

Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Gray Wool, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Dining chair called "Butterfly" with brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful italian fabric. This chair can be customized to your specifica...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Danish Safari Chair from Farstrup, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Danish Safari Chair from Farstrup, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Danish Safari Chair from Farstrup, 1960s

$492

Mid-Century Modern Danish Safari Chair from Farstrup, 1960s

By Danish Deluxe

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid Century Safari Chair from the Danish manufacturer Farstrup. A minimalist design. The backrest and seat are made of a light canvas material. The solid wood frame can be dismantle...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton

1940s Thonet Style Cinema Chair, Beech Wood Folding Seat
1940s Thonet Style Cinema Chair, Beech Wood Folding Seat

1940s Thonet Style Cinema Chair, Beech Wood Folding Seat

$457

1940s Thonet Style Cinema Chair, Beech Wood Folding Seat

By Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Vintage cinema chair from the 1940s, attributed to Thonet style production. This striking piece is crafted from solid beech wood and bent plywood, featuring a sculptural curved backr...

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1940s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Plywood

Shell Dining Chair, Light Beige Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Shell Dining Chair, Light Beige Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Shell Dining Chair, Light Beige Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

$1,190 / item

Shell Dining Chair, Light Beige Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Italian Barrel Walnut Wood Side Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Modern Italian Barrel Walnut Wood Side Lounge Chair

Mid-Century Modern Italian Barrel Walnut Wood Side Lounge Chair

$1,202

Mid-Century Modern Italian Barrel Walnut Wood Side Lounge Chair

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Carimate, Como

Very elegant Mid-Century Modern Italian walnut wood chair. This chair will bring a touch of MCM craftsmanship refinement to any living room, bedroom or office room. This barrel armch...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery
French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery

French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery

$285

French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Counter chair, chrome-plated metal, velvet, France, 1970s. This counter or bar stool convinces the viewer's eye with the well-proportioned tubular frame combined with a vibrant red ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-century Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, and Fritz Hansen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $84 and tops out at $244,500 while the average work can sell for $2,904.

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