Midcentury Danish Retro Vintage Dining Chairs
4 Danish Johan Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik Vintage Retro 1960 Dining Chairs
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Markington, GB
4 Danish Johan Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik vintage Retro 1960 dining chairs
Stunning set of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 38.98 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Four Danish 1960 Retro Moller Chairs Newly Upholstered in White Leather
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning set of four exceptional chairs designed by Danish furniture designer Moller. Newly
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Leather, Wood
H 30.71 in W 18.12 in D 21.66 in
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, Denmark, 1959
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
craftsmanship by Arne Hovman Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Denmark. The chair's captivating construction
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Walnut
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of Twelve Benny Linden Teak Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
in Thailand. The chairs are a testament to the timeless appeal of mid-century modern aesthetics
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Model 31 dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
new one.
Perfect for Scandinavian, midcentury modern, retro interiors.
Width 50 cm
Height 76 cm
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Original Ant Chairs Model 3101 In Pastel Green By Arne Jacobsen From 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
sleek lines and a minimalist silhouette, epitomizing mid-century modern elegance. The Ant chair
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Chrome
H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 14.97 in
Reupholstered Teak Chair Model # 317 by Peter Hvidt for Soborg Mobel, Set of 4
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Elshout, NL
Dining chair : Model 317
Presenting our exquisite set of four Danish Design Chairs, where classic
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Faux Leather, Teak
H 30.32 in W 18.12 in D 16.54 in
Restored Mid Century Danish Tile top Dining Table in the style of Gangsø Møbler
By Gangsø Møbler
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This restored Mid-Century Modern teak dining table exudes timeless elegance. Its Danish
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1950s Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 28.75 in W 102.5 in D 35.5 in
Borge Mogensen Inspired Single Chair by Farstrup, Blonde Wood Frame & Teak Back
By Børge Mogensen, Farstrup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Borge Mogensen inspired dining chair by Farstrup with a blonde wood frame and retro 60's shaped
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Upholstery, Teak
H 30.75 in W 18.325 in D 18.125 in
Vico Magistretti Chair „Selene“ by Artemide circa 1969
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Wien, AT
, Linnenerg, Retro, Vintage, Danish Design, Dänisch, Dänisches Design, Lounge, Loft, 1950, 1960, 1970, 50er
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Mid Century Modern Teak Credenza by Axel Christiansen for ACO Møbler, c1960s
By Aco Møbler, Axel Christensen
Located in Chino Hills, CA
mid-century furnishings. Imagine it in a contemporary dining area, its surface adorned with a modern
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 30.75 in W 59 in D 18.25 in
Teekanne Mod. "Gallus Italicus" von Matteo Thun für Memphis Milano um 1982
By Memphis Milano, Matteo Thun
Located in Wien, AT
, Hans Wegner, Art Nouveau, Mid Century, Midcentury, Bauhaus, Midcentury, 50er, 60er, 70er, fifties
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Pottery
H 12.6 in W 11.03 in D 3.15 in
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Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
By Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli, Arteluce
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This exquisite bespoke brass chandelier features three rotating arms skillfully balanced on a heavy cast brass sphere that rotate in an orbital movement along the stem. To achieve pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Brass, Metal
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Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather.
Crafted of solid heavy full grain hardwood with walnut finish.
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2010s Portuguese Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Metal
Set of Twelve 20th Century Blue Velvet Chairs, Poland, 1960s
By Rajmund Hałas
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. It is jar type model. Made of beechwood. Chairs are after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat and back is ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Velvet, Beech
Walnut Orbit Dining Chairs by Ross Lovegrove for Bernhardt Design, Set of 8
By Ross Lovegrove
Located in Asaa, DK
Walnut Orbit Dining Chairs by Ross Lovegrove for Bernhardt Design, Set of 8.
Set of eight Orbit wooden stacking chairs with chromed legs, designed by Ross Lovegrove for Bernhardt De...
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Early 2000s Danish Organic Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Walnut
H 31 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Expertly Restored United Furniture Walnut Diamond Triple Dresser 9 Drawers 1960s
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern united furniture company vintage circa 1950s nine-drawer triple dresser would work well in the bedroom as originally intended or in the living room re-purposed as ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Aluminum
H 30.5 in W 74 in D 19 in
Broyhill Brasilia Dining Chairs Original Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern, 1962-1970
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Topeka, KS
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia original set of 10 dining chairs, 2 arm and 8 sides. Dark walnut and new dark blue/black upholstery. In fabulous vintage condition apart f...
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Mid-20th Century American Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Walnut
H 37 in W 21.25 in D 22 in
Niels Otto Møller Four Fully Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored model 71 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951.
The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in rosewood designed with straight li...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Rosewood
H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Six walnut & Leather Mangiarotti 'S11' Dining Chairs, Sorgente Dei Mobili 1972
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Lovely set of six 'S11' dining chairs in authentic leather with solid italian walnut wood frames by Italian master architect Angelo Mangiarotti , the chairs were produced by the com...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Walnut, Leather
H 38.19 in W 16.34 in D 19.89 in
1970 Vintage Teak McIntosh Retro Dining Chairs Upholstered in White Leather
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
McIntosh teak
Stunning set of Chairs, McIntosh made and designed chairs, one of the best period furniture makers from the 1960s!! the chairs are upholstered in a lovely White Leath...
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Cabinet
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Cabinet
Attributed to McIntosh. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching. Very...
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20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Lied Mobler Of Norway Armchair Leather Teak Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Lied Møbler, Soda Galvano
Located in Cambridge, GB
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Lied Mobler of Norway Armchair Leather Teak Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
This, very rare, stylish and incredibly comfortable chair, was designed by Soda Galvano, and w...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Leather, Foam, Teak
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 25.2 in
Dutch Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Wood and Dark Green Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, wood, dark green leatherette, The Netherlands, 1960s.
Modest set of twelve dining chairs. Its design shows clear lines and an open backseat. The dark green leatheret...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Faux Leather, Wood
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Chrome
Benny Linden Modernist Teak Arm Chairs
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Clermont, FL
A pair of teak wood arm chairs by Benny Linden. Upholstery original to chairs, in parchment color in a cross hatch textured fabric.
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Late 20th Century Thai Post-Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
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Four Mid-Century Retro Danish Red Alcantara Lounge Desk Dining Armchair
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
available, price shown is for one. Purchased in Denmark, this is a genuine piece of Mid-Century Furniture
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
H 31.5 in W 24.61 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Retro Danish Pair of Armchairs, Børge Mogensen for FDB Mobler, 1970s
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
were purchased in Denmark and are genuine Mid-Century pieces.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Cotton, Oak
H 77 in W 63.5 in D 56 in
Pair of Danish Vintage Retro Paper Cord Teak Dining Chairs Midcentury, 1960s
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Two Danish paper cord chairs.
1960s. Teak and paper cord.
Very good condition. Structurally
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 30.32 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Mid Century teak Danish dining chairs 60s, Erik Buch style, set of 4
By Erik Buch
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Indulge in the charm of mid-century Danish design with this set of 4 dining chairs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Velvet, Teak
Set of Six Erik Christensen "Boomerang" Danish Dining Chairs
By Erik Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful set of six Danish modern "Boomerang" dining chairs by Erik Christensen for Slagelse in
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Kartell Mid Century Black Acrylic Ghost Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Kartell
Located in Countryside, IL
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Set of 4 Retro Armchairs, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
This set of armchairs comes from Denmark from the 1960s. They were reupholstered with new black and
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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6 x Model 78 Teak Dining Chairs Niels Otto Møller J.L Møllers Møbelfabrik Retro
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Located in Cambridge, GB
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Cotton, Linen, Teak
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
Danish Retro Oak Dining Table and Eight Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made dining suite made in Denmark, this is all made in Oak and is of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Oak
Danish Retro Oak Dining Table and Eight Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made dining suite made in Denmark, this is all made in Oak and is of
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Oak
Rungstedlund Ole Wanscher for P. J. Furniture, Vintage Danish Dinning Chair
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Rungstedlund dining chair in dark mahogany with a horsehair seat. Designed by Ole Wanscher and
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Mahogany
H 30.71 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
1960s Mid-Century Danish Dyrlund Rosewood Extendable Pedestal Dining Table
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
and well-made.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Metal
H 28.35 in W 90.56 in D 51.19 in
Midcentury Teak Boomerang Chairs #370 by E. Christensen for Slagelse, Set of 6
By Erik Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Elshout, NL
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak, Faux Leather
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
Model 7 Dining Chair by Helga Sibast for Sibast Møbler, 1950s
By Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in Elshout, NL
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Model 7 Dining Chair by Helge Sibast for Sibast Møbler, Set of 2, 1960s
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Faux Leather, Teak
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
D-Scan Teak Expanding Dining Table
By D-Scan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Retro Mid-Century Teak Sideboard by E. Gomme Early G Plan
Located in Folkestone, GB
Base'. The perfect focal point of any mid-century retro interior.
G Plan is one of Britain’s most
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Danish 1960s Retro Solid Rosewood Moller Dining Chairs
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Markington, GB
original retro Danish cord which is in very good vintage condition.
Measures: Height: 79cm, seat height
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Cord, Rosewood
Mid Century Broyhill Brasilia Extendable Round Pedestal Base Dining Table
By Broyhill, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning vintage Mid Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia walnut dining table, circa early 1960s
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Gorgeous Russet Leather Armchairs by Matteo Grassi, Italy
By Cassina, Mario Bellini, Matteo Grassi
Located in New York, NY
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Leather
Murano Vase Mod. "Sol" von Ettore Sottsass für Memphis Milano um ca 1982
By Vetri Artistici Muranesi Societá Anonima, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano
Located in Wien, AT
, Hans Wegner, Art Nouveau, Mid Century, Midcentury, Bauhaus, Midcentury, 50er, 60er, 70er, fifties
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Murano Glass
Retro Danish Set of Four Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Vico Magistretti
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
purchased in Denmark and are genuine Mid-Century pieces.
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
H 29.14 in W 22.84 in D 21.66 in
Portwood Teak Mid-Century Dining Table Four Chairs Retro Danish G Plan Era
By Portwood Furniture
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
Whilst the majority of the British Mid-Century designers based themselves in the South of the
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Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
H 28.15 in W 53.55 in D 34.65 in
Vintage Rosewood Chair Model 71 with Black Leather by NO Møller
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Margate, Kent
Vintage Rosewood Chair Model 71 by NO Moller - 1960's - Retro
WITH NEW SUPER SOFT LEATHER
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Rosewood Chair Model 78 with Black Leather by NO Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Margate, Kent
Vintage Rosewood Chair Model 78 by NO Moller - 1960's - Retro
FANTASTIC DESIGN, MODEL 78 IS
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Leather, Rosewood
Danish, Teak Dining Set
By Boltinge Stolefabrik 1
Located in Whittier, CA
condition and ready to go!
midmod mid Century vintage antique retro 50s 60s 70s teak walnut dresser
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Teak
Mid-Century Retro Danish Newly Upholstered Swivel Foot Stool or Ottoman
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
table in the home, purchase in Denmark this is a genuine Mid-Century piece.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Metal
H 14.18 in W 20.48 in D 14.97 in
British Midcentury Teak Dining Set by Tom Robertson for A. H. McIntosh
By Tom Robertson, A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Glasgow, GB
This classic mid-century dining table comes with 4 chairs and extends to accommodate 6 people, if
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Midcentury Danish Vintage Vintage Dining Chairs
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Faux Leather, Teak
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Midcentury Danish Retro Vintage Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs available for sale. The range of distinct midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. Midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Johannes Andersen and B&B Italia are consistently popular.
How Much are Midcentury Danish Retro Vintage Dining Chairs?
Prices for midcentury Danish retro vintage dining chairs start at $197 and top out at $4,852 with the average selling for $1,691.
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 legendary 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.
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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Kartell Chairs Set Of 4
Round Brasilia Dining Table
Sibast Chair 7
Retro Folding Table
Retro Vintage Mcintosh Sideboard
Victor Wilkins Chair
Teak Dining Chairs H Mcintosh
Oak Bank Of England Chair
Retro Mid Century Vintage Sideboard By Mcintosh
Retro Oval Top Table
Fri Chair
G Plan Sideboard Retro Vintage
G Plan Vintage Retro Sideboard
Rare Teak Sideboard Kofod Larsen
G Plan Retro Vintage Teak Sideboard
Fritz Hansen Chair Vico