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Douglas Brown for Grand Ledge Chair Company Chair in Cane
By Douglas Brown
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Douglas Brown for Grand Ledge Chair Company, highback chair, teak, cane, reupholstered fabric, United States, 1950s.
Very elegant high back chair designed by Douglas Brown for Grand...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Mid-century Modern Upholstered Cane Chairs, Harvey Probber Style, A Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of arm chairs in the style of Harvey Probber.
Offered for sale is a classy and elegant pair of barrel-like armchairs that are reminiscent of Harvey Probber's design and style....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Set of 8 Fully Restored Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Playboy Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large set of eight Jens Risom Playboy dining chairs professionally reupholstered in super soft and curly camel fabric. An exemplar of Mid-Century Modern design, Danish American Jens ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 21.6 in D 19 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain's "Y" Chair, ca. 1955
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain's "Y" chair, ca. 1955. Professionally restored walnut frame with new back caning and new upholstered seat with super soft and luxurious ivory wool f...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Cane Mid-Century Style Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 cane Mid-Century Modern style dining chairs with newly upholstered leather seat in Holly Hunt leather. Sculptural legs, sturdy. Frames in good original condition with a slig...
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane
Dining Chair in Walnut and Cane by Boyd & Allister
By Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This dining chair in walnut and cane was originally designed for a restaurant in Santa Fe but looks elegant in many dining rooms. We love the combination of cane with walnut and cons...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Early 19th Century Child's Chair with Original Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early form strong and very sturdy child's ladder back chair from New England is in fine and worn condition. The rush seat is very strong and sturdy with a fantastic patina.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Chairs
Materials
Wood, Cane
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Jack Van der Molen Americana Casual for Jamestown
By Jack Van der Molen, Jamestown Lounge Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish midcentury set of four dining chairs, designed by Jack Van der Molen for the Jamestown Lounge Company, as part of the Classic Americana Casual series. This set consists of 2 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
H 33.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Harvey Probber Pair of Chairs, Artisan Collection, 1970s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
These chairs are spectacular in their apparent simplicity. Both retain the original removable leather cushions. Seat height is 20" with the cushion.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Materials
Cane
Mexican Iron and Caned Chair
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Iron and caned chairs, the seat and backrest are handmade with cane, the painting is original and apparently over time they were painted a couple of times, the original vintage finis...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Bamboo-Form Cabriole Leg Cane Back Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
Faux bamboo framed armchair with cabriole front and back legs, cross and side stretchers and a caned back and seat. Sold with original ivory cut velvet button tufted seat cushion.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Velvet, Wood
Dos Gallos Custom Caned Seat Bobbin Chair
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our custom bobbin chair, as shown as armchair. Can also be made as a side chair. Can be made with a caned seat or an upholstered seat. Custom finishes. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Chairs
Materials
Cane
Selection of Hollywood Regency Desk Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Hollywood Regency Desk Chairs, 20th Century.
From top to bottom, left to right, they are:
1) Thonet bentwood chair, circa 1920's. It measures 38.5"H x 17.5"W x 17.25"D x...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Modern Dining Chairs by Edmund Spence
By Edmond J. Spence, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Newly upholstered mint condition set of 6 rare chairs by Edmond Spence.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Birch
Mahogany and Brass Open-Back Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
Stylized X-frame Regency-style armchair with cast brass arm risers, curved open back, striped silk button tufted removable cushion over a caned panel seat. Nicely carved arms and bac...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mimbre Chair
By Chuch Estudio
Located in Mérida, MX
Piece and materials inspired by a childhood surrounded by ''wicker furniture'' , which also goes by the names "rattan" and "wicker," at our grandparents' house, the woven wicker adds...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Cedar
Faux Bamboo Regency Style Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Regency style side chair in the Regency style, having faux bamboo frame and caned seat, with custom seat cushion included ( cushion shows minor cosmetic wear wear ). The wood...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage Boho Rattan and Cane Chairs After Ficks Reed - a Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring effortless boho charm to your space with this pair of Vintage Boho Rattan and Cane Chairs, inspired by the iconic style of Ficks Reed. Featuring an artfully crafted rattan fram...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Cane Tri-Leg Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition
Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Hollywood Regency Charlotte Chair Co Accent Chair Black with Cane Back
By Charlotte Chair Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning Mid-20th Century distressed Hollywood Regency Charlotte Chair Company accent chair with black painted wood frame, radial weave natural cane back inset, off-white canvas seat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 34.25 in W 34.25 in D 21 in
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 and back atop a chrome finished cantilever base.
Dimensions: 18.5w 22d 32.25h 17.5...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Antique Cane and Carved Wood Arm Side Chair with Rose Detail
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful antique Victorian carved wood armchair with a cane seat and back. This chair will make a great side chair in a living room or at a desk. It has smooth-sloped arms on each...
Category
20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Chairs, Set of Three VKG, 1950
Located in Chicago, IL
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Chairs, Set of Three VKG, 1950
This rare stunning set of three chairs by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green features handwoven rattan and wrought...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Victorian Style Carved Walnut and Cane Seat Youth Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Victorian Style Carved Walnut and Cane Seat Youth Chair in good vintage condition.
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Rare William Hinn chair for Urban Furniture
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Rare chair designed by William Hinn for Urban Furniture circa 1955. Crafted from solid walnut with cane wrapped arms and cane back, this chair has swooping curves and some really gre...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Unusual bentwood and cane rocking chair, in the Vienna Secessionist style, probably mid 20th C vintage, Thonet - made in USA, unsigned. The chair is slightly smaller in scale, a vari...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair of French Country Side Chairs
By JB Freeman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of round side chairs in the style of Louis XV with cabriole legs headed with carved acanthus leaves, a round caned back with cresting that is embellished with multiple carved ...
Category
2010s American Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Linen, Cane, Hardwood
Vintage Boho Cane Panel Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless bohemian elegance to your space with this pair of Vintage Boho Cane Panel Lounge Chairs. These beautifully crafted chairs feature natural cane paneling on the...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane
Paul McCobb Cane back armchair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
A rare walnut framed armchair with cane back designed by Paul McCobb and made by Directional Furniture in the late 1950s. A very interesting chair with both Danish and Shaker charact...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Mies Van Der Rohe Cantilevered Cane Dining Chair for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cantilevered dining chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, c.2015. The chair features a tubular chrome plated steel frame with handwoven cane seat and backrest.
Retains their origina...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Viennese Bentwood and Cane Wood Side Chair in the style of Thonet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Solid bentwood construction from the 1930s. The form of the backrest is in the style of a Richard Riemerschmid chair. The seat is stretched with cane and very comfortable. Excellent ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage Regency Greek Key Hand Painted Cane Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introducing our Vintage Regency Greek Key Hand-Painted Cane Chair: a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. This chair showcases a classic Greek key pattern intricately hand-painte...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane
Lawrence Peabody R Nemschoff MCM Ebonized Walnut Cane Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Richardson Nemschoff, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Countryside, IL
Lawrence Peabody for Richardson Nemschoff Mid Century Ebonized Walnut and Cane Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Each chair measures: 29.5 wide x 35 deep x 27 high, with a seat height of 17 ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Iconic Marcel Breuer "B35" Chrome and Cane Lounge Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic piece was designed by Marcel Breuer, a Hungarian born master architect and furniture designer. Fun fact: one of these "B 35" chairs is part of the modern and contemporary...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams Brown Wood and Cane Cantilever Armchairs
By Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams cane armchairs. This is a beautiful set of accent lounge chairs, inspired by the original designs of Adrien Audoux and Drida Minet for Vibo Ves...
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 32 in W 30 in D 29 in
Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs With Tapestry Detail - a Pr
Located in west palm beach, FL
Step into elegance with Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs. Featuring intricate tapestry details, these chairs blend classic craftsmanship with timeless sophisticat...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Gesso, Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
H 34.5 in W 15.25 in D 12.5 in
Swivel Bamboo Chair by Henry Olko
By Henry Olko
Located in New York, NY
High Style Mid Century swivel bamboo chair designed by Henry Olko. This example is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition. Olko pieces are becoming harder and harde...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Black Lacquer Cane Back Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Black Lacquer Cane Back Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker feature a sleek black lacquer finish. The cane backrests seamlessly blend traditional craftsmanship with contemp...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Mid Century American Drew Ltd Edition Cherry and Cane Valet Chair with Drawer
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century American Drew Limited Edition Cherry, Cane and upholstered seat Valet Chair with Drawer.
Heavy hard cherry wood construction and very stable. Mesures 18" in width, 18" i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Cherry
H 47 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Regency Carver Cane Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this pair of Vintage Regency Carver Cane Chairs with Cowton and Tout upholstery. Inspired by classic American craftsmanship, these chairs blend ti...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane
Late 19th Century Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Decorated Cane Seat Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A completely refinished Late 19th century Ebonized and Parcel Gilt and hand decorated Cane Seat Side Chair.
Very sturdy and will last the next few decades.
Category
Late 20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint
Faux Bamboo Armchair by Schoonbeck
By Schoonbeck of Grand Rapids, Henredon
Located in New York, NY
Chic and sophisticated faux bamboo armchair made by noted furniture manufacturer The Schoonbeck Company, later known as Schonbeck Henredon. The chair has a solid wood frame, with uph...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Antique Caned Rocking Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique caned rocking chair. The chair has a caned balloon back carved on the crest with a simple flower. Outward flowing arm like supports scroll at the seat. Turned legs are con...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Swaim Mid-Century Ebonized Cane Lounge Chair
By Swaim
Located in Countryside, IL
Swaim mid-century ebonized cane lounge chair
This chair measures: 27.5 wide x 33 deep x 39.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Country French Pickled Pine Double Caned Armchair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Country French Pickled Pine Double Caned Armchair by Furniture Classic Norfolk VA. Nice double caning. Perfect for a bedroom or extra seating.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Cane, Pine
19thc Ladder Back Chairs From Pennsylvania -Set of Three
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of three matching ladder back chairs are in very good condition and fine patina.Great for at a round kitchen table for that fine country look ! They are super comfortable an...
Category
Antique 1860s American Adirondack Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Vintage Boho Carved Wooden Chairs With Inset Cane Panels - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho arm chairs. Beautiful hand carved detail with chic inset cane panels. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Unique Modernist Bent Plywood Cane Chair by Leandre Poisson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modernist bent plywood chair with woven cane seat, designed by architect Leandre Poisson. The chair is comprised of curved plywood structures, joined by exposed hardware and finished...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Plywood
1950s Attributed Clara Porset Mexican Mod Leather Woven Cane Folding Chairs
By Clara Porset
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Folding Chairs
From Mexico circa 1950s. Attributed to Clara Porset Folding Side Chairs.
Listing is for 2 chairs.
Crafted in Leather and Handwoven Rush Cane with Wood frame painted b...
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Wood
H 32.5 in W 14.75 in D 18.5 in
Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 5
By Mainline by Hooker
Located in Countryside, IL
Mainline by Hookermid century walnut and cane dining chairs - set of 5
Each armless chair measures: 19.5 wide x 21 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches
Each captains...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid-Century Cane and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Winchendon midcentury cane and walnut lounge chairs - pair
Each chair measures: 26.25 wide x 25 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 16.75 and arm height/c...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
H 33 in W 26.25 in D 25 in
"Modern Chippendale" Style Wood Armchairs w/Lattice Back Design& Hand-Caned Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American-made wooden armchairs with cane seats. This vintage pair of Chippendale inspired occasional chairs have black wood frames, with raised-crest at back top-rails and ...
Category
20th Century American Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 45.75 in W 25 in D 22.5 in
6 Milo Baughman Chrome & Cane Back Black Velvet Dining Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The simplistic high back chrome frame is softened by the original inset panel of caning. The set consists of four ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Michael Taylor for Baker Midcentury Cane Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Countryside, IL
Michael Taylor for Baker midcentury Cane Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 20 wide x 23 deep x 32.25 high, with a seat height of 18 inches
Each captains ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Set of 6 Midcentury Cane-Back Dining Chairs by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of 6 Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Henredon feature hardwood construction, original dark walnut finish, caned back, vintage green upholstery, and tall tapered legs.
D...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Refinished Early American Empire Mahogany and Cane Seat Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A finely refinished Early American Empire Mahogany and cane seat chair in very good condition. New caning and recently refinished. Measure 16"W x 16"D x 36.5"H. Seat height is 17.25".
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American American Empire Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century walnut and cane dining chairs - set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 16.5 wide x 16.5 deep x 34.5 high, with a seat height of 17.25 inches...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
H 36 in W 23 in D 20 in
American Empire Flame Mahogany Cane Seat Chairs, circa 1890s a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Gorgeous pair of American Empire Flame Mahogany cane seat chairs. Newly caned seats.
Excellent condition.
Measure 17.5'W x 19' D x 32.75"H. Seat height is 16.75"
W4.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Midcentury Woven Oak Lounge Chair by Edward Durell Stone for Fulbright
By Edward Durell Stone, Fulbright Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury oak and cane lounge chair by American architect Edward Durell Stone, manufactured by Fulbright Furniture, 1945. Custom ivory seat cushion with black welting.
literatur...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Pair of Milo Baughman Chromed Steel and Cane Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chromed Steel And Rattan Dining Chairs On Sledge Feet Made In USA 1970s
The chair seats are upholstered in red fabric with piped edging.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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Find a variety of north american cane chairs available on 1stDibs. Find 282 antique and vintage north american cane chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of north american cane chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. North american cane chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many north american cane chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Milo Baughman produced popular north american cane chairs that are worth a look.
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Finding the Right Chairs for You
Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.
“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames.
Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.
The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office.
A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
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