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Midcentury Outdoor Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four patio chairs made of strong iron frames and vinyl seating. Handsome Hollywood Regency
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Italian Mid-Century Outdoor Chair in Yellow Plastic Scooby Black Metal, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern outdoor chair in yellow plastic scooby and black metal, 1960s
Fantastic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Mid Century Shelby Williams Industries Outdoor Bistro Chairs - a Pair
By Shelby Williams
Located in Draper, UT
Pair of smart-looking Mid-Century outdoor chairs by Shelby Williams Industries. The chairs have
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian mid century white metal outdoor chair with armrests, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid century white metal outdoor chair with armrests, 1950s.
Outdoor chair with white
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Steel Shellback Springer Patio Outdoor Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steel Mid-century Springer Outdoor green enamel Lounge Chair. The chair features a round tubular U
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Steel Scrolling Springer Patio Outdoor Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steel Mid-century Springer Outdoor grey and green enamel Lounge Chair. The chair features a round
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
Offered is a Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Pair of Salterini Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs.
Offered is a set of 2 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Outdoor Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
of mid-century modern style and American craftsmanship, ensuring both style and durability for your
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 41.25 in W 17 in D 15.5 in
Mid Century Aluminum Patio/Outdoor Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of mid-century patio/outdoor pair of lounge chairs consisting of an aluminum frame with black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-century Steel Streamline Springer Patio Outdoor Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steel Mid-century Springer Outdoor grey enamel Lounge Chair Set of Two. Each chair features a round
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a Vintage Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs A
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a Vintage Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Italian mid-century four white wrought iron outdoor chairs with curls, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century four white wrought iron outdoor chairs with curls, 1960s.
Garden or outdoor
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
H 36.62 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-century Steel Round Streamline Springer Patio Outdoor Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steel Mid-century Springer Outdoor grey enamel Lounge Chair Set of Two. Each chair features a round
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Steel Flat Iron Springer Patio Outdoor Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Steel Mid-century Springer Outdoor grey enamel Lounge Chair Set of Two. Each chair features a white
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swedish Wicker Chair
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful 1950’s wicker chair with black metal frame and in a good vintage condition. Great for
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Reclining Outdoor Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This metal reclining lounge chair is great for adding unique and comfortable seating to an outdoor
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Painted Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, outdoor, patio, garden chairs feature painted, wrought iron grid frames
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Lounge Chair in Rattan Wicker, Italy 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair in Rattan wicker, Italy 1950s.
Beautiful Italian mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Reed
H 39.38 in W 26.38 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Outdoor Chairs
By Salterini, Brown Jordan, Mario Papperzini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Available now for your enjoyment and ready to ship is a Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Lounge Chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Aluminum Patio/Outdoor Mid-century Lounge Chair With Speed Arms
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Post-war outdoor patio aluminum lounge chair with speed armrest. This Mid-century patio/outdoor
Category
Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Brown Jordan Cantilevered Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 2 Piece
By Brown Jordan
Located in Basel, BS
mid century ranch garden / patio / poolside, you name it. It could be used as a statement indoor chair
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 23 in
Dorothy Draper Outdoor Wrought Iron Garden Chairs
By Salterini, Dorothy Draper
Located in Cumberland, RI
Dorothy draper outdoor wrought ion garden chairs
A Pair of Peacock style garden chairs available
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Victorian Style Outdoor Arm Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of wrought iron patio chairs.
Charming pair of Victorian style garden chairs. Ornate with
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rattan Dining Chairs Mid Century Bamboo Side Chairs Set 4 Rattan Indoor Outdoor
Located in East Hampton, NY
These rattan / cane / bamboo dining chairs are extremely sturdy. They look to be Mid Century, 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
H 34 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Outdoor Metal Wire Egg Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
any outdoor or patio setting. Pair these chairs with any vintage outdoor table for a stylish mid
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 3 Mid Century Modern Veneman Indoor/Outdoor Chairs for Tripitone
By Veneman Collections
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 vintage MCM Veneman dining indoor/outdoor chairs.
Mid-Century Modern Mediterranean style
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Outdoor Painted Iron Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 20th century outdoor continental painted iron side chairs with faux bamboo design and
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Capricorn Outdoor Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1950s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Full metal construction, painted white. Extremely rare.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Tall Rattan Wicker Peacock Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of mid-century modern tall rattan wicker peacock style chairs. Chairs feature the classic tall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Iron Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs C
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a set of Set of 4 Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Orange Braided Cable Outdoor Chair, 1960s
Located in Budapest, HU
Elevate your outdoor space with this stunning mid-century modern outdoor chair, a quintessential
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Aluminum Outdoor Patio Chairs by Bunting Co.
By Bunting Glider Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Vintage Aluminum Outdoor Patio Chairs. One is a rocker and the other is a regular chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Jakob Berg Outdoor 'Ballare' Teak Chair for Skagerak
By Jakob Berg, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Jakob Berg outdoor 'Ballare' teak chair for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Bernt Santesson Outdoor 'Drachmann' Teak Chair for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Bernt Santesson outdoor 'Drachmann' teak chair for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
10 Outdoor Painted Wire Chairs
Located in New York, NY
10 Outdoor Victorian painted wire side chairs with shaped back. PRICED EACH.
Condition: Good; Wear
Category
20th Century Unknown Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Paint
ROCKING ARMCHAIR in solid teak for indoor-outdoor Mid-20th Century
Located in East Hampton, NY
The Rocking chair is based on a Mid-20th century design by John Stuart for Widdocomb as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century French Iron Garden Chairs
Located in Cathedral City, CA
French iron garden chairs from the 1960s are a wonderful addition to any outdoor space. This pair
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in White
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
versatility with Mid-Century Modern wire design. Great for outdoor commercial seating with the ability to
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in Black
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
versatility with Mid-Century Modern wire design. Great for outdoor commercial seating with the ability to
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Mid-Century French Bamboo Rattan Folding Side Chairs Four
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of four beautiful vintage mid century bamboo and rattan folding side chairs for indoor or
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Russell Woodard 'Sculptura' white outdoor armless chairs - 6 available
By Russell Woodard
Located in Asheville, NC
1950s Russell Woodard Sculptura set. Freshly painted in white gloss enamel. No bends or breaks in the wire mesh in five of them. One with one small piece of mesh missing.
19ʺW × 23ʺ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Modern John Risley Steel Sculpture Chair
By John Risley
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern John Risley Steel Sculpture Bench. Above average vintage condition and structurally
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Side Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Chair. Above average vintage condition and structurally
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Ico Parisi, Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Set in Rattan for Bonacina, 1956
By Ico Parisi, Bonacina
Located in Milan, IT
Ico Parisi, Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Set in Rattan for Bonacina, 1956
Designed in 1956 by Ico
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Straw, Cane, Rattan
H 28.35 in W 13.39 in D 31.5 in
Charlotte Perriand LC7 Outdoor Chair for Cassina, Italy, new
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material/color.
Outdoor LC7 chair designed by Charlotte
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Wire Chair, Stacking Side Chair in Peacock Blue
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
versatility with Mid-Century Modern wire design. Great for outdoor commercial seating with the ability to
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 32 in W 20 in D 15 in
Mid Century Modern Eero Aarnio Inspired Ball Chair
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern Eero Aarnio Ball Chair Replica. Above average vintage condition and structurally
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Plastic, Acrylic
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern German Bentwood Chairs
Located in Tulsa, OK
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern German Bentwood Chairs
Above average vintage condition and
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Lyre Back Outdoor Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your outdoor space with these Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Lyre Back Chairs. Featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Mid Century Modern Bertoia Large Diamond Chairs
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Tulsa, OK
Pair of Mid Century Modern Bertoia Large Diamond Chairs
Sold individually at $1738 each. Above
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Ba
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Springer Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
Outdoor Dining Upholstered Side Chair Powder Coated Stainless Steel Sunbrella
By Heather Ashton Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the simplicity of Mid-Century design, the fay dining chair is created using a stainless
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 34 in W 18 in D 26 in
Pair of Outdoor White Painted Folding Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of outdoor white painted folding side chairs with metal frames and 2 slat back and 7 slat
Category
20th Century European Biedermeier Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four 1966 Collection Outdoor Chairs by Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
1966 outdoor chairs were produced by Richard Schultz Designs just after the company was purchased by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Chair in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' chair in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
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Mid Century Outdoor Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of mid century outdoor chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct mid century outdoor chairs — often made from metal, iron and wrought iron — can elevate any home. Find 248 antique and vintage mid century outdoor chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 20 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Mid century outdoor 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. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau mid century outdoor chairs are consistently popular styles. Many mid century outdoor chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but John Salterini, Russell Woodard and Woodard Furniture Co. produced popular mid century outdoor chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Mid Century Outdoor Chairs?
Prices for mid century outdoor chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid century outdoor chairs begin at $258 and can go as high as $45,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,160.
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
Questions About Mid Century Outdoor Chairs
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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