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Pair of Vintage Calif-Asia Brighton Pavilion Rattan Chairs
By Calif-Asia
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Vintage Calif-Asia Brighton Pavilion Rattan Chairs. Chairs are nice and sturdy and on
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Asia Modern Chinese Horseshoe Style Lounge Chair by Century Furniture after Mont
By Century Furniture, James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Century Furniture Co. in the style of James Mont. The chair features a solid oak frame, in original dark
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century Style Whitewash Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Mid-Century style whitewashed finish cane back chair with linen upholstered seat accented with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Style Whitewash Chair
Mid-Century Style Whitewash Chair
$1,460 / item
H 32 in W 25 in D 32 in
Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Asian carved hardwood chairs in square shape with newly upholstered tailored cushions.
Category

Mid-20th Century Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Chairs
Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Chairs
$3,840 / set
H 32.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Vintage Asian Emperor Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of Asian emperor chairs. Dark brown with red undertones and a high holds finish
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Emperor Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Asian Emperor Chairs - a Pair
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
H 41 in W 19.5 in D 15 in
1960s Mid Century Lounge Chair
Located in Victoria, BC
New to our collection, we’re thrilled to showcase this stunning 1960s lounge chair. Its solid wood
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Leather

1960s Mid Century Lounge Chair
1960s Mid Century Lounge Chair
$1,800
H 26 in W 35.5 in D 31 in
Unusual Pair Mastercraft Asian Horseshoe Back Brass Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Mastercraft brass Asian style horseshoe back lounge chairs. These pair are quite
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Unusual Pair Mastercraft Asian Horseshoe Back Brass Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
Unusual Pair Mastercraft Asian Horseshoe Back Brass Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
$5,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 26 in W 29 in D 22 in
Vintage John Stuart Cane Back Mid Century Modern Asian Dining Chairs - Set of 10
By John Stuart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage John Stuart Cane Back Mid Century Modern Asian Inspired Dining Chairs - Set of 10. Item
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Spectacular Pair of Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Club Chairs, Asian Influenced
By Michael Taylor
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Mid-century modern pair of Asian influenced club chair . The vintage fabric is
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century
By Mastercraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair Asian-inspired Mastercraft modern lounge chairs with brass frame and vintage cushions
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century
Pair Mastercraft Asian Inspired Faux Bamboo Brass Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century
$4,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 26.5 in W 28 in D 26 in
Vintage Century Chinoiserie James Mont Style Asian Horseshoe Ming Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie James Mont Style Asian Horseshoe Ming Lounge Chair by Century. Item features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Natural Large Bamboo Asian Dining Chairs 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid to Late 20th Century Chinoiserie natural large diameter bamboo Asian dining chairs, a
Category

20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Mid Century Coastal Side Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A low-slung side chair. With a natural lightly whitewashed frame, an inset caned backrest and an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Coastal Side Chair
Mid Century Coastal Side Chair
$1,140 / item
H 30 in W 22 in D 29 in
Pair of Horseshoe Back Chairs - mid 19th Century
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A pair of 19th Century Horseshoe Back Armchairs The armrests are composed of three separate pieces
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Horseshoe Back Chairs - mid 19th Century
Pair of Horseshoe Back Chairs - mid 19th Century
$3,750 / set
H 38.5 in W 23 in D 18 in
Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Dining Chair, for a fresh interpretation on a low, modern klismos chair, this silhouette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair
Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair
$2,124 / item
H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 24 in
Asian Inspired Barrel Back White to Beige Lacquer Dining Chairs Mid Century Mint
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Asian Inspired Barrel back white to beige lacquer dining chairs mid century mint.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, Mid 19th Century
Located in Harlingen, TX
A coordinating pair of antique Chinese Qing dynasty horseshoe chairs circa 1850. Hand crafted
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Elm

Pair of Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, Mid 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, Mid 19th Century
$3,000 / set
H 31.25 in W 25 in D 24.25 in
Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Side Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. Mid 20th Century Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Side Chairs.
Category

Mid-20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Side Chairs
Pair of Asian Carved Hardwood Side Chairs
$750 / set
H 45.5 in W 22 in D 17.25 in
Vintage Asian Reclaimed Wood Emperor Chair - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of Vintage Asian Emperor Chairs crafted from reclaimed wood, featuring intricate
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Reclaimed Wood Emperor Chair - a Pair
Vintage Asian Reclaimed Wood Emperor Chair - a Pair
$716 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 42 in W 22 in D 17 in
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Asian Style Dark Brown Henredon Dining Side Chairs
By Henredon
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of four Asian Mid-Century Modern dining side chairs by Henredon. Mahogany frames refinished in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Vintage Calif-Asia Brighton Pavilion Rattan Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Vintage Calif-Asia Brighton Pavilion Rattan Chairs. Chairs are nice and sturdy and on
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Rattan

John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
John Widdicomb Asian inspired chairs. Vintage Mid-Century Modern chairs by John Widdicomb. Chinese
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs
John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs
$1,800 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 34 in W 21 in D 21 in
1960s James Mont Style Black Lacquer Asian Modern Chinoiserie Ming Chairs - a Pa
By James Mont
Located in Esperance, NY
1960s James Mont style black lacquer Asian Modern Chinoiserie Ming chairs - a pair.
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

1960s James Mont Style Black Lacquer Asian Modern Chinoiserie Ming Chairs - a Pa
1960s James Mont Style Black Lacquer Asian Modern Chinoiserie Ming Chairs - a Pa
$1,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 30.75 in D 22.5 in
Mid 20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Living Room Chairs Set
Located in Pomona, CA
This set of gorgeous Chinese Rosewood Carved Living room Chairs have about 70 years history and
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Mid 20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Living Room Chairs Set
Mid 20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Rosewood Living Room Chairs Set
$1,575 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 32.5 in W 26 in D 25 in
Chinese 19th Century Handcrafted Lounge Chair
Located in Hilversum, NL
Original antique Chinese 19th century handcrafted adjustable yoke back wooden reclining lounge
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese 19th Century Handcrafted Lounge Chair
Chinese 19th Century Handcrafted Lounge Chair
$3,524
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 39.38 in
Pair Asian Inspired Lounge / Slipper Chairs. White Frames, Light Blue Upholstery
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Asian inspired armless chairs recently reupholstered in a sky blue fabric wit white
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Chinoiserie Rosewood Corner Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Chinoiserie rosewood corner chair Lovely rosewood chair with intricately carved floral
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Chinoiserie Rosewood Corner Chair
Vintage Chinoiserie Rosewood Corner Chair
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
H 32 in W 27 in D 22 in
Magnificent Pair of Cordovan and Caramel Pagoda Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Calif-Asia
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery service is available. An exceptionally rare pair of lounge chairs by the Calif-asia company
Category

Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Hardwood

"Dynasti" Mid-Century Solid Walnut Dining Chair with Leather Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
environmentally sourced walnut. The chair\'s unique design is a fusion of Danish modern sensibility and Asian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Asian American George Suyeoka Studio Prototype Chair in the Style of Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A studio crafted oiled black American walnut sculptural chair in the manner of George Nakashima
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Pair 19th Century Indian Throne Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an extraordinary pair of Indian Throne or elaborate antique Ceremonial Chairs. The chairs
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair 19th Century Indian Throne Chairs
Pair 19th Century Indian Throne Chairs
$13,750 Sale Price / set
21% Off
H 40 in W 32 in D 24 in
Set of Four Modern Asian-Inspired Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Four Mid-Century Modern Chinese inspired 3-legged armchairs. The low profile armchairs have wood
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Modern Asian-Inspired Dining Chairs
Set of Four Modern Asian-Inspired Dining Chairs
$5,950 / set
H 30.5 in W 26.75 in D 20.5 in
Early 20th Century Holland Arm Chairs [Pair]
Located in Bantam, CT
Finish -Oak -Wool Fabric by Bisson Bruneel Dimensions 24.25”W x 27.5”D x 33”H Seat Height - 18” Sold as a pair Item must be White Glove delivered or crated
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wool, Oak

Early 20th Century Holland Arm Chairs [Pair]
Early 20th Century Holland Arm Chairs [Pair]
$7,200 / set
H 33 in W 24.25 in D 27.5 in
A Sri Lankan ebony and cane ‘Easy chair’ or 'planter's chair'
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A Sri Lankan ebony and cane ‘Easy chair’ or 'planter's chair' Galle, mid-19th century H. 101 x
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Furniture

Materials

Ebony

Pair Asian Silk Motive Round Barrel Back Upholstery Lounge Chairs Casters MINT
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Custom Pair Asian Silk Motive Round Barrel Back Upholstery Lounge Chairs Casters MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Klismos Dining Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Dining Armchair, for a fresh interpretation on a low, modern klismos chair, this silhouette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Klismos Dining Armchair
Mid Century Klismos Dining Armchair
$2,448 / item
H 32 in W 26 in D 24.5 in
Extremely Rare Asian Inspired Modernist Side Chairs Designed by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely rare Asian inspired modernist side chairs designed by Jens Risom for jENS Risom Studios
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

James Mont Style - Pair of Greek Key Arm Chairs w/ Black Frames Asian Influence
By James Mont, Baker Far East Collection
Located in St. Louis, MO
Striking and rarely seen pair of James Mont style low lounge chairs with sculpted Geek Key arms and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair, teak, lacquer, gold leaf, Mid-20th century. A highly
Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Other Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair
$2,800
H 35.75 in W 33.75 in D 28.5 in
Set of 8 Solid Rosewood High Quality Chinese Asian Dining Room Chairs
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Asian Mid-Century Modern decor fit dining chairs in solid rosewood. Rock-hard study and
Category

20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Asian modern set of six dining chairs by Widdicomb, two armchairs and four side chairs. We
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Chinese Elm Official's Hat Chairs
Located in Rochester, NY
color patina. Qing Dynasty style - dating from around the mid 20th century. Look at all pictures and
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Elm

Pair Chinese Elm Official's Hat Chairs
Pair Chinese Elm Official's Hat Chairs
$950 / set
H 35 in W 19 in D 16.6 in
Set of 12 Asian Inspired Vintage Dining Room Chairs in Yellow Fortuny Fabric
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This is a set of 12 Asian-inspired vintage dining chairs, including 10 side chairs and 2 armchairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Brutalist Sculptured Chairs
By Alexandre Noll
Located in London, England
This chair is a true 1960s masterpiece of craftsmanship. Hand-sculpted from beautiful elm wood, it
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Elm

Brutalist Sculptured Chairs
Brutalist Sculptured Chairs
$5,371 / item
H 33.47 in W 14.97 in D 17.72 in
Modern Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern stainless steel and leather chair, warm luxurious brown leather with a brushed stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Modern Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Chair
Modern Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Chair
$3,510 / item
H 33 in W 24 in D 32 in
Swedish Arm Chair
Located in Bantam, CT
Finish -White oak -Ivory Boucle Fabric Dimensions 26”W x 26.5”D x 30”H Seat Height - 16” Item must be White Glove delivered or crated
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Swedish Arm Chair
Swedish Arm Chair
$4,500
H 30 in W 26 in D 26.5 in
Set of 5 Mid-Century German Farmer Series Chairs and Table by Gerd Lange, 1960s
By Gerd Lange
Located in Hamburg, DE
: Materials: Ash, Cotton Color: Black Styles: Mid-Century Modern Period: 1960s Designer: Gerd Lange Country of
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Asian Art, Objects and Furni...

Materials

Cotton, Ash

Pair of Modern Stainless Steel and Brown Leather Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern stainless steel and leather chair, warm luxurious brown leather with a brushed stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Oriental Chinese Side Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Asian Chinese Ming style side chair in solid wood. Handcrafted in Hong Kong. Great to use
Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Furniture

Materials

Wood

Oriental Chinese Side Chair
Oriental Chinese Side Chair
$850
H 38 in W 18 in D 17 in
Classic Tub Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a cozy, inviting tub-style silhouette, this chair is upholstered in a soft, neutral
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Classic Tub Swivel Chair
Classic Tub Swivel Chair
$1,227 / item
H 32 in W 30 in D 32 in
Willy Guhl Pod Chairs 'Set'
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
As of the mid-20th century, the work of Willy Guhl was a revolutionary feat of industry and design
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Composition

Willy Guhl Pod Chairs 'Set'
Willy Guhl Pod Chairs 'Set'
$11,063 Sale Price / set
49% Off
H 26.5 in W 26 in D 20 in
1960s Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Victoria, BC
Just in: a breathtaking set of Danish dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Mogens Kold
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

1960s Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen
1960s Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen
$3,950
H 39.75 in W 22.75 in D 18.5 in
KENA chair, Natural Monkey Pod Wood
By Moonler
Located in Chiangmai, TH
Mid-20th century. Dedicated to the design language of that era, the Kena Collection represents the
Category

2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Wood

KENA chair, Natural Monkey Pod Wood
KENA chair, Natural Monkey Pod Wood
$1,400 / item
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 21.26 in
1960s Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelso
Located in Victoria, BC
Fresh from restoration, we’re excited to present this stunning 1960s chair by Illum Wikkelsø for N
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelso
1960s Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelso
$2,025
H 29 in W 30 in D 29.75 in
Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques, created an elegant, functional chair that has endured for centuries and inspired many
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Willow

Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
$980
H 36 in W 24.75 in D 26.75 in
Set of Eight 1960s Vintage Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Victoria, BC
timeless elegance of mid-century design. Freshly cleaned and polished, each chair is in excellent condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Set of Eight 1960s Vintage Teak Dining Chairs
Set of Eight 1960s Vintage Teak Dining Chairs
$3,950
H 29.25 in W 18.75 in D 18 in
Ultra-Plush 1960s Swivel Chairs by Selig
Located in Victoria, BC
Looking for a pair of vintage chairs that no one else has? Meet your match. This ultra-rare pair of
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Ultra-Plush 1960s Swivel Chairs by Selig
Ultra-Plush 1960s Swivel Chairs by Selig
$3,380
H 27 in W 31 in D 33 in
Set of 4 Danish Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Victoria, BC
A beautifully sculpted set of four Danish dining chairs from the 1970s, crafted in solid teak with
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Danish Teak Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Danish Teak Dining Chairs
$1,590
H 35.5 in W 19.25 in D 17.5 in
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Asian Mid Century Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of Asian mid century chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique Asian mid century chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and fabric. We have 137 antique and vintage Asian mid century chairs in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Asian mid century chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Asian mid century chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many Asian mid century chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Calif-Asia and Mastercraft produced popular Asian mid century chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Asian Mid Century Chairs?

Asian mid century chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $123 and the highest can go for as much as $16,500.
Questions About Asian Mid Century Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.