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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
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Back Accent Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century modern accent chair features a sculptural, cut-out profile with an upholstered
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Cesca Style Chair with Caned Seat
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair in the style of Marcel Breuer features beautifully caned seat
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Cesca Style Chair with Caned Seat
Mid Century Modern Cesca Style Chair with Caned Seat
$297 Sale Price
40% Off
H 32.25 in W 18.5 in D 22 in
Unique Mid Century Modern Club Chair with Tapered Legs
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair features vintage upholstery, unique barrel back circular
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
By Knoll
Located in Madison, WI
Original Mid Century Modern accent chair with a contemporary appeal for home or office. Additional
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 25 in D 24 in
Mid Century Modern Chair with Bentwood Back & Black Vinyl by Clifford Pascoe
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair by Clifford Pascoe features wrought iron frame, bentwood seat
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Bentwood Chairs with Caned Seat & Back
By Thonet
Located in Freehold, NJ
This pair of mid century modern accent chairs feature bentwood frames with caned seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Contemporary Modern MCM Style Accent Chair with Wood Legs and Yellow Fabric
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Add a pop of personality to your space with this eye-catching Mid-Century Modern accent chair
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Highback Accent Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
modern accent or captain dining chairs. They feature sculptural black lacquered walnut frames with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Highback Accent Chairs
Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Highback Accent Chairs
$7,500 / set
H 39.5 in W 21 in D 26 in
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Black Wireframe Accent Chair Mid Century Modern
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
1952. It has become one of the quintessential mid century modern seating designs, taking it from a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Danish Paul McCobb-Style Reupholstered Lounge / Accent Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful restored Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge / accent chair! It is a very unique piece with
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Italian Wrought Iron Hairpin Leg Bentwood Accent Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid Century Modern Italian Wrought Iron Hairpin Leg Bentwood Accent Side Chair. Item features a
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid-Century Modern Eames RKR wire rocking chair features orange bikini pads for Herman Miller
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
Mid-Century Modern Eames Rkr Rocking Accent Chair 1st Generation
$2,956 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27 in W 19 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Accent Lounge Chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd
By Mastercraft, Weiman/Warren Lloyd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern brass accent lounge chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Low Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A harmonious fusion of form and texture, this low chair makes a bold statement from any angle
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modern Low Accent Chair
Modern Low Accent Chair
$2,370 / item
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Minimalist Brass Accents
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This Dining Armchair offers a seamless fusion of modern sophistication and everyday comfort. Its
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Minimalist Brass Accents
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair with Minimalist Brass Accents
$3,500 / item
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 23.63 in
Early Shelby Williams Gazelle Chair in Blue Accent Side Mid-Century Modern 1940s
By Shelby Williams
Located in Basel, BS
Original 1940s early Gazelle chair in Blue hard plastic. Ergonomic design. This is for the 1 blue
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Style Lexington Amani Beige Fabric Accent Chairs, a Pair
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Secaucus, NJ
adds to the modern essence of the silhouette. Inspired by mid-century designs, a sleek and elegant
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid 20th Century Mid Century Modern Ladder Back Dining Chairs - set of 6
Located in Elkton, MD
brass stretcher accents. The set includes 2 armchairs and 4 side chairs, each with padded seats.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Modern Black Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
ebonized mid-century frame and nickel nailhead details. Dimensions: 27" W x 32" D x 33" H Seat - 16" H
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Black Leather Accent Chair
Modern Black Leather Accent Chair
$3,210 / item
H 33 in W 27 in D 32 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Danish Adrian Pearsall Style Accent Side Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Basel, BS
Stunning, very beautiful walnut Pair of side chairs. Price here is for both chairs. These delicate
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Danish Adrian Pearsall Style Accent Side Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Danish Adrian Pearsall Style Accent Side Chairs
$1,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Tub Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern tub chair. Original 1970’s American, masterfully restored by the artisans at
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Tub Chair
Mid-Century Modern Tub Chair
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27 in W 28 in D 29 in
Mid Century Modern Lee Woodard Gilt Iron Metal Side Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern original Lee Woodard side chairs with gilt and red painted finish. These
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid Century Modern Lee Woodard Gilt Iron Metal Side Chair
Mid Century Modern Lee Woodard Gilt Iron Metal Side Chair
$1,200 / item
H 31.5 in W 15.5 in D 20 in
Modern Mid-Century Brown Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
By Montse Piquer
Located in Almería, ES
Contemporary Curved Back Dining Chair – Eclipse by Moanne, Handmade in Spain The Eclipse Dining
Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Modern Mid-Century Brown Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
Modern Mid-Century Brown Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
$1,071 / item
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 22.64 in
Modern Mid-Century Blue Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
By Montse Piquer
Located in Almería, ES
Contemporary Curved Back Dining Chair – Eclipse by Moanne, Handmade in Spain The Eclipse Dining
Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Modern Mid-Century Blue Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
Modern Mid-Century Blue Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
$1,071 / item
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 22.64 in
Modern Mid-Century Pink Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
By Montse Piquer
Located in Almería, ES
The Eclipse Dining Chair captures the quiet drama of rare celestial events—moments of alignment
Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Modern Mid-Century Pink Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
Modern Mid-Century Pink Velvet Dining Chair Eclipse
$1,071 / item
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 22.64 in
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Wingback Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
-century modern. arm chair. Read Less.
Category

Vintage 1950s European Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Wingback Chair
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Wingback Chair
$3,900
H 42 in W 31 in D 22 in
Vintage Castro Convertibles Blue Velvet Armchairs Mid Century Accent chairs
By Castro Convertibles
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
timeless example of mid-century modern design. Crafted circa 1960s, these low-profile scoop lounge chairs
Category

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

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Slipper Chair in Style of Edward Wormley Beige Fabric
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
unique silhouette and lower profile make it a stunning mid-century modern piece, perfect for a living
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Lounge Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern curved back lounge chair. Iconic 1960’s mid-century modern styling. Featuring
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Lounge Chair
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 28 in
Frode Holm Vanity or Accent Chair in Mahogany Danish Mid-Century, 1950's
By Illums Bolighus, Frode Holm
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare variant of Frode Holms well-knows vanity chair. This version has a closed back and square cut
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern White Vinyl Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
legs which offer a modern accent and comfortable seating to any home or office space. Please confirm
Category

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

Materials

Fabric

Cognac leather mid-century modern easy Chair, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
"This magnificent mid-century modern easy chair is the epitome of sophistication and style. Made
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Orange Melange, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Orange Melange, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Orange Melange, Poland, 1960s
$1,027 / item
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring a bold statement of mid-century sophistication to your space with this set of four vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
$1,200 / set
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Bouclé Upholstered Maple Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern lounge chair features a classic silhouette with a fully upholstered scoop
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Stainless Steel Sling Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Tulsa, OK
metal accents. 6. **Recliners and Lounge Chairs**: Known for their comfort and modern styling
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of five mid-century modern leather chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Set of Five Mid-Century Modern Leather Chairs, Italy, 1970s Embrace the essence of timeless design
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of five mid-century modern leather chairs, Italy, 1970s
Set of five mid-century modern leather chairs, Italy, 1970s
$2,257 / set
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-century era rattan side accent chair featuring 5 strand seat back with a horseshoe
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
$525 Sale Price
40% Off
H 31 in W 19 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Clifford Pascoe Side Chair
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid-Century Modern side chair, designed by Clifford Pascoe. Ebonized back support matches the black
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Clifford Pascoe Side Chair
Mid-Century Modern Clifford Pascoe Side Chair
$695
H 29 in W 18.5 in D 19.75 in
Mid Century Pop Art Blue Hand Chair
Located in Tempe, AZ
A bold take on mid century design, this sculptural upholstered hand chair offers a playful
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid Century Pop Art Blue Hand Chair
Mid Century Pop Art Blue Hand Chair
$990
H 28 in W 32 in D 29 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement
Located in Manzano, IT
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair – Iconic Design Statement Elevate your space with this exquisite
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair - Iconic Design Statement
$1,911
H 37.01 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in
1950's Mid Century Expertly Carved Chippendale style Accent/ Side Chair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Vintage Mid Century Chippendale style Expertly Carved Accent/ Side Chair. Beautiful side chair!
Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

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
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Paneled Club Chairs
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
-Century Modern arm chairs balance a sense of relaxation and sophistication, while dark wood accents add
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Paneled Club Chairs
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Paneled Club Chairs
$9,268 / set
H 30 in W 35 in D 36 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s This refined pair of Italian lounge chairs
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs, 1950s
$6,460 / set
H 33.86 in W 26.78 in D 31.5 in
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Lounge Chairs In very good vintage condition and
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Lounge Chairs
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Lounge Chairs
$6,837 / set
H 36 in W 29.5 in D 32 in
Pair of Vintage Modern Styled Accent Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of vintage modern styled accent lounge chairs. Masterfully restored by the artisans at
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Vintage Modern Styled Accent Lounge Chairs
Pair of Vintage Modern Styled Accent Lounge Chairs
$7,160 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 35.75 in W 27 in D 29 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Chair With Rattan Backing
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Chair with White Upholstery and Tapered Front Legs.Walnut Toned Wood with Silver Toned
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
!” -Erma Bombeck…. Well, no need to worry!! We have the perfect Mid-Century Modern rocking chair for you
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Walnut Slipper Chair By Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek, mid-century modern, walnut frame, slipper chair by Kroehler is newly upholstered in
Category

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

Materials

Chenille, Walnut

Italian mid-century modern black folding chair Tric Castiglioni BBB, 1960s
By BBB Italia, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern black folding chair Tric Castiglioni BBB, 1960s Folding chair mod. Tric
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Peach Orange Wool, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wool, Beech

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Peach Orange Wool, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Peach Orange Wool, Poland, 1960s
$573 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 29.93 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Br50 Tulip Chairs - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This set of 4 vintage Eero Saarinen BR50 Tulip Chairs for Knoll is a Mid-Century Modern icon
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Br50 Tulip Chairs - Set of 4
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Br50 Tulip Chairs - Set of 4
$5,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 31.25 in W 26 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Children’s Rocking Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
-toned finish speak to decades of gentle use and timeless appeal. This rare mid-century modern kids
Category

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

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pony Hide Lounge Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
This fun accent chair has been completely restored and updated with "ponyhide" black and white
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide

Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
designed by James Mont these chairs epitomize his over the top dramatic mid-century modern style with an
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
By Baumritter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking baby blue slipper chair by Baumritter. Simple mid-century style with tufted back and
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
$1,260 Sale Price
30% Off
H 30 in W 24 in D 24 in
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Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of mid century modern accent chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, all mid century modern accent chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 109 antique and vintage mid century modern accent chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Mid century modern accent chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern accent chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Mid century modern accent chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Dunbar, Ib Kofod-Larsen and Modshop are consistently popular.

How Much are Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,873, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $15,900 highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs
  • 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.