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Herman Miller Modular Sofa by Don Chadwick, 1982 United States
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 3 piece modular sofa designed by Don Chadwick for Herman Miller. Made in the United States in the early 1980s. Original labels underneath each piece. Fantastic condition and...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chairs
Materials
Wool
H Dining Chair Upholstered in COM (costumer's own material) by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our newest Estudio Persona dining chair. A comfortable seat is partnered with a sculptural back and blocky, padded legs. A comforting softness combined with constructivist sturdiness...
Category
2010s North American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Foam, Wood
H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Declan Dining Chair
By Jillian O'Neill
Located in Houston, TX
Our Declan dining chair exudes sophisticated elegance. It is sleek and curvaceous, with the perfectly unexpected walnut and brass back detailing. A modern chair with Classic proport...
Category
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Wicker Swivel Chair in Wool Boucle, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful egg-shaped rattan and wicker chair from the 1970s. Original cushions newly reupholstered in white wool boucle. Chair swivels 360 degrees and tilts backwards. Incredibly uni...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wool
Pair Of Two Chairs Designed By Warren Platner, 1960's
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of chairs designed by Warren Platner and published by Knoll. Structure with a sculptural shape made of steel wire. Upholstered in bouclé fabric. USA 60s.
Measurements: W 93 x D...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
OPERA: Pair of Contemporary Mexican Midwife Birthing Chairs in Mohair Velvet
By Don S. Shoemaker, Higareda
Located in colima, MX
Reminiscent of the "Sillas Parteras" or Midwife Birthing Chairs made by Don S. Shoemaker in the 1960s, Ópera reveres the profound and dramatic journey of labor and birth — a prayer o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
H 33.08 in W 22.45 in D 18.12 in
H Chair by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
H chair by Estudio Persona.
Dimensions: W 46 x D 49 x H 79 cm
Materials: Mohair fabric.
Upholstered dining chair. Shown in mohair fabric.
COM option available.
Customizations availa...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in original fabric
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of unsigned vintage swivel lounge chairs, upholstered in the original blue wool. Wider shape than your typical barrel chair from this period. Veneer on base needs replac...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Hardwood
EC-127 Dining Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These original EC-127 padded DCM Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller chairs have been given new life by a master upholsterer. Wrapped in a burgundy mohair, and finished with a black le...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Thonet Barrel Back Club Chair in Mohair
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautifully restored chair by Thonet. New upholstery and cushioning. In a faux snakeskin print.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970s Oak Barrel Chairs With Holly Hunt Mohair - a Pair
Located in Roanoke, VA
These custom oak barrel chairs from the 1970s are the perfect blend of vintage style and comfort. The sturdy oak frames are beautifully crafted and have been professionally restored....
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Green H-Chair by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Green H-chair by Estudio Persona
Dimensions: W 45.8 x D 48.3 x H 78.8 cm
Materials: Mohair fabric
Upholstered dining chair. Shown in mohair fabric.
COM option available.
Custo...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Eero Saarinen vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Houston, TX
Eero Saarinen
Knoll International
USA 1946
upholstery, painted steel
chair: 35 h × 41 w × 35 d inches
Vintage Eero Saarinen womb chair and ottoman for Knoll restored in a prem...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Restored Mastercraft Mid-Century Brass Side Chairs with Beige Wool Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of our Mastercraft mid-century modern brass side chairs, expertly restored to their original splendor. Crafted with robust brass frames that have been freshly p...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 37 in W 26 in D 21.5 in
Pink Mohair Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Design Institute of America
By Design Institute America
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful 1980’s pink soft mohair lounge chair and ottoman by Design Institute of America.
The chair rocks, newly recovered.
Retains DIA label.
Measurements:
chair- 36” hig...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Midcentury Grey Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchair, One Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Basel, BS
One chair left, sold as an individual chair here. Excellent condition throughout.
A Saarinen Executive Armchair with a wooden base, upholstered in a splendid grey wool blend text...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 24.75 in
Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
By Jens Risom, Gunlocke, Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Walnut
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
La Loire Chair
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Chair from BoBo Atelier.
Custom Wood Finishing and Upholstery Work included in the price of each chair.
Customer provides fabric (COM)
Category
2010s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chair. This shapely midcentury swivel chair has been newly upholstered in a beautiful steel blue mohair fabric.
Comfortable and stunnin...
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Estudio Persona, "H Chair", Upholstered Dining Chair
By Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Upholstered dining chair in Maharam fabric.
Chair also available in COM. Fabric swatch is required for approval prior to production.
Fabric requirements - 2.5 yards
Dimensio...
Category
2010s North American Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet
Edward Wormley Toadstool for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Edward Wormley
Toadstool ottoman
Dunbar.
Stained oak, enameled steel, wool.
USA
38 D x 15 H inches.
Edward Wormley for Dunbar toadstool ottoman upholstered in wool.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Black Kaleidoscope Sofa by Jialun Xiong
By Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Kaleidoscope sofa by Jialun Xiong
Dimensions: 77” W x 34” D x 30” H
Materials: Metal, ash wood, linen, wool, leather and calf hide.
COM/COL and custom size option availabl...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
By Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair from the 1980s!!
Chrome, Wool, vintage aluminum...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 38 in W 26 in D 33 in
Garbo Slip Chair by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Garbo slip chair by Martyn Lawrence Bullard in a wool boucle fabric. Ebonized wood legs. A comfortable chair, clean lines yet elegant.
Can also be customized with any fabric of your...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
DGD Backless Counter Stool, Powder Coated Steel, Oak, Wool, Handmade in USA
By David Gaynor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DGD counter stool finds formality and comfort in the industrial and organic.
Seat frame shown in walnut and available ash, cherry, maple, or white oak
Powder coated steel fram...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 26 in W 16.5 in D 14.5 in
Trono Pill White Chair by Umberto Bellardi Ricci
Located in Geneve, CH
Trono Pill white chair by Umberto Bellardi Ricci
Dimensions: Diameter 16" x Height 18.5 in
Materials: l-beam and Mohair upholstery.
Umberto Bellardi Ricci is an Italian sculptor...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Upholstery
Set of Trono Pill Chair by Umberto Bellardi Ricci
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Trono Pill chair by Umberto Bellardi Ricci.
Dimensions: W40.6 x H47cm.
Materials: l-beam and Mohair/ Dedar/Pierre Frey upholstery.
Umberto Bellardi Ricci is an Italian sc...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sergio Rodrigues Tonico Lounge Chairs with Ottomans, 1960s Brazil
By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of Tonico lounge chairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues with matching ottomans. Made by Oca for Meia Pataca in Brazil, these chairs and ottomans are made of solid Jacarand...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Jules Heumann Metroplitan Lounge Chair
By Jules Heumann
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-century Jules Heumann lounge chair for Metroplitan elegantly restored walnut frame and upholstered in a creamy tan mohair. This lovely chair is super comfortable and stunning fro...
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Contemporary Roma Chair Handcrafted by James by Jimmy Delaurentis
By JAMES by Jimmy DeLaurentis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet Roma, a confident piece that commands attention whether he is placed at the head of your dining table or in a power position in your office. Covered in leather or supple mohair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Faux Leather
Contemporary Rosella Slipper Chair Handcrafted by James by Jimmy Delaurentis
By JAMES by Jimmy DeLaurentis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rosella is like a cool summer breeze on the Amalfi coast. Clothed in sumptuous fabric and adorned with statement legs, she stuns with her simple, classic beauty. Whether alone or pai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Acrylic
Contemporary Lucia Armchair Handcrafted by James by Jimmy Delaurentis
By JAMES by Jimmy DeLaurentis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet Lucia, our comfortable, reliable, girl next door. Designed with traditional and contemporary elements, she works to compliment any space. Whether alone or in a pair, Lucia invit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Wood, Mohair
Contemporary Roma Chair Handcrafted by James by Jimmy Delaurentis
By JAMES by Jimmy DeLaurentis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet Roma, a confident piece that commands attention whether he is placed at the head of your dining table or in a power position in your office. Covered in leather or supple mohair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair, Velvet, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair Upholstered in Champagne Ivory Peruvian Alpaca
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Vladimir Kagan walnut rocker newly upholstered in the softest hide on Earth - Champagne Ivory Alpaca. Most certainly an important acquisition for any discerning and sophistica...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Hide, Alpaca, Walnut
H 37.5 in W 32.25 in D 41.5 in
Travertine, Brass, and Mohair Chair by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Adri Chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. The Chair is made using two stone slabs, connected with brass hardware and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Edward Wormely for Dunbar Janus Chair in Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A dining height Janus armchair designed by Mid-Century Modern master Edward Wormley. The chair features a sculpted dark mahogany frame and mohair upholstery with button-tufted backs....
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Travertine Rosso, Brass, and Mohair Chair by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Adri chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. The Chair is made using two Travertine Rosso slabs, connected with brass ha...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Travertine, Brass
CASBAH Chair Iron Fabric, Leather Mexican Contemporary Design by Nomade Atelier
By Nomade Atelier
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
the Casbah chair by Nomade Atelier, inspired by Lazlo Moholy-Nagy´s photograms, is all about linear balance, gravity and angular movement. Another version of this complex tubular all...
Category
2010s Mexican Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.26 in W 21.26 in D 29.14 in
Art Deco Button Back Mohair Chair by Russel Wright for Conant Ball Company
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in New York, NY
This stunning side chair was realized by the esteemed American designer Russel Wright in the United States, circa 1940. It features four conical splayed legs in ebonized walnut; and ...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Casbah Chair in Black Iron - Leather Mexican Contemporary Design Nomade Atelier
By Nomade Atelier
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The casbah chair by Nomade Atelier, inspired by Lazlo Moholy-Nagy´s photograms, is all about linear balance, gravity and angular movement. Another version of this chair is in complex...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.26 in W 21.26 in D 29.14 in
Elana Chair by Bright in Mohair
By Bright Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Well cared for the Elana chair by Bright in a taupe mohair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Antique Art Deco Rusnak Brother Chairs, A Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
70 years later these chairs are still relevant and stunning. Completely restored with an almost black stain and cocoa aubergine mohair.
Dimensions: 26"W × 24"D × 35"H
Styles: Art...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Rare Mid C. Bauhaus Style Canadian Pacific Railway Folding Cabin Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Bauhaus inspired mid-century folding chairs in excellent condition. Originally used in 1st class compartments as lounge chairs that could be folded and tucked away (as demonstra...
Category
Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Geometric Graphic Slate Mohair Stools/ Chairs
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern stools were realized in the United States circa 1970. They feature a rounded rectangular back that extends to the floor with a volumetric cyl...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Mohair
1980s Postmodern Arc Sculptural Chairs in Camel Mohair, a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Absolutely stunning chairs reupholstered in a beautiful camel mohair. Ready to go!!
Dimensions: 30" W × 27" D × 32" H
Styles: Postmodern
Seat height: 18.0 in
Number of seats: 2...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Marble, Brass, and Mohair Chair in Pistache by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Adri Chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. The Chair is made using two marble slabs, connected with brass hardware and...
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Marble, Brass
Marble, Brass, and Mohair Chair by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Adri Chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. The Chair is made using two marble slabs, connected with brass hardware and...
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Marble, Brass
Off White Mohair and Whitewash Oak Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular pair of large lounge chairs and ottoman by Thayer Coggin.
This is a rare set from the 1990’s. Both chairs retain the Thayer Coggin labe.
Newly recovered in a soft off...
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Oak
H 30 in W 45 in D 44.5 in
Six Restored Black Lacquer Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Dallas, TX
Sophisticated and elegant set of mid-century modern sculptural dining chairs designed by the American design legend Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960s. The set includes ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Black Marble, Brass, and Recycled Rubber Chair by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Adri Chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. The Chair is made using two marble slabs, connected with brass hardware and...
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Marble, Brass
DGD Backless Bar Stool, Upholstery in Felt, Bouclé or COM, Made in USA
By David Gaynor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DGD bar stool finds formality and comfort in the Industrial and organic.
Powder coated steel frame shown in black and available in any standard RAL colors.
Shown in white oak ...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Coda Dining Chair in Blackened Steel and Merino Wool Upholstery by Laylo Studio
By Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Shown with a blackened steel frame and merino wool felt upholstery (graphite/rost)
Measures: 18” x 18” x 29.5” dining or side chair
The CODA dining chair features a solid steel fra...
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
Coda Armchair in Glossy Essex Green and Merino Wool Upholstery by Laylo Studio
By Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Shown with a glossy essex green frame and merino wool felt upholstery (graphite)
Also shown without arms with a blackened steel frame and merino wool felt upholstery (graphite/rost)...
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.5 in W 22 in D 18 in
Circular Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Circular Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin swivel lounge chair. This Gorgeous Milo Baughman oversized circular swivel lounge chair has been newly upholstered in a cream colored short p...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Declan Dining Chair
By Jillian O'Neill
Located in Houston, TX
Our Declan dining chair exudes sophisticated elegance. It is sleek and curvaceous, with the perfectly unexpected walnut and brass back detailing. A modern chair with Classic proporti...
Category
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Bronze Heart Chair With Red Mohair Upholstery
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
21st-century design meets old-world techniques and craftsmanship. Troy Smith's humour is evident in this sculptural chair. Two hearts are better than one. The chair is sculpted from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Early Bertoia Wide Diamond Chairs
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in East Hampton, NY
The wide diamond is the largest of the Bertoia seating group and like the bird chair, has shock mounts between the seat and the base which offers an additional measure of comfort. Th...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Bronze Heart Chair With Red Mohair Upholstery
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
21st-century design meets old-world techniques and craftsmanship. Troy Smith's humour is evident in this sculptural chair. Two hearts are better than one. The chair is sculpted from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of Four Black Lacquered Bentwood Chairs by Ward Bennett, American 1960's
By Ward Bennett
Located in New York, NY
Ward Bennett (1917–2003)
Set of four shapely armchairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in black lacquered nut wood with burgundy wool upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Nutwood
Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Corner Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance corner chair can be used as a standalone piece, or as part of a modular sectional with other Inheritance pieces.
This variation is upholstered in a light smoke lea...
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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North American Wool Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of north american wool chairs available on 1stDibs. We have 288 antique and vintage north american wool chairs in-stock, while there are 30 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of north american wool chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of north american wool chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco north american wool chairs are of considerable interest. Dunbar, Edward Wormley and Milo Baughman each produced beautiful north american wool chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are North American Wool Chairs?
North american wool chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,500, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $75,000.
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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