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Sculptural french lounge chairs 1950's.
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Nijlen, VAN
What fantastic chairs. These chairs are from the 1950s from France. The chairs remind us very much
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Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Sculptural french lounge chairs 1950's.
Sculptural french lounge chairs 1950's.
H 32.29 in W 26.38 in D 34.26 in
Rib Chair in Teak and Metal, Brazil, 1950's
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Rib Chair in Teak and Metal, Brazil, 1950's This rib chair takes cues from the work of Martin
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rib Chair in Teak and Metal, Brazil, 1950's
Rib Chair in Teak and Metal, Brazil, 1950's
H 27.56 in W 27.17 in D 35.83 in
Old Chair from Ivory Coast or Benin Ethnic Design Carved Wood
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare period Senoufo chair from ivory coast or Benin. Remarkable woodwork carved in an ethnic way
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Vintage 1950s Ivorian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Japanese Old Primitive Side Chair 1950s-1970s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
a new perspective. This is an old primitive style side chair made in Japan. It was made in the
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Late 20th Century Japanese Primitive Side Chairs

Materials

Cedar

Set of Two White Rib Chairs in Metal and Brass, Brazil, 1950's
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Set of Two White Rib Chairs in Metal, 1950's A set of two rib "Costella" chairs, in the style of
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Rustic Rustic Dining Chairs in Hard Rock Maple Circa 1950s SIKES
By Sikes Chair Company, H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
, NY. Although these date to the early 1950s, they’re classically contemporary and feature the old
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Vintage 1950s American Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Maple

Old Livoni Black Leather Chair
By Livoni
Located in Milan, IT
An iconic piece from Livoni's collections, this armchair was first designed in the early 1950s
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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Old Livoni Black Leather Chair
Old Livoni Black Leather Chair
H 31.11 in W 23.63 in D 21.86 in
Arm Chair by Enjar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck, Denmark, c. 1950's
By Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Deland, FL
Bender Madsen's most famous design, the Metropolitan Chair, was developed in 1949 and produced from 1950
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs in Oak circa 1950's
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
proving its authenticity. These are vintage oak Wishbone chairs from the 1950's Chairs have old burn
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cord, Papercord, Oak

Set of 10 Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs in Oak circa 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in San Diego, CA
authenticity. These are vintage oak Wishbone chairs from the 1950's Chairs have old burn marks underside
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Cord, Papercord

Set of Six Sculptural French Beechwood Chairs, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Six Sculptural French Beechwood Chairs, 1950s In the manner of Charlotte Perriand – Alpine
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair, Finland, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. The elegantly modern shape of this chair is evidence of Finnish craftsmanship, aided by great choice
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Iconic Runar Engblom Vaakuna Chairs in Chocolate brown Sheepskin, 1950s
By Runar Engblom
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning pair of the Iconic Runar Engblom arm chairs that were designed for the Vaakuna Hotel
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Elm

Baker Ivory Satin Slipper Chairs Attributed to Michael Taylor, circa 1950s, Pair
By James Mont, Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Saint Louis, MO
An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency lounge chairs in
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Satin, Mahogany

Leather "Papa Bear" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark 1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
chairs of their outer style and letting them appear in their pure construction.”. At 14 years old, he
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Paolo Buffa Six Sculptural Dining Chairs, Olive Green Velvet, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Culver City, CA
old. We've had these chairs completely overhauled, ebonized and upholstered in timeless green
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Vintage Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Erwin Lambeth
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Erwin Lambeth and crafted in the United States circa the 1950s. These remarkable chairs feature
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of 6 Early Hans Wegner CH23 Dining Chairs, Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Deland, FL
Carl Hansen & Søn built in Denmark in the late 1950's. The CH 23 dining chair, like many of Hans J
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Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Oak

4 Dining Chairs by Pizzetti Rome Italy 1950s, New Wool Boucle Upholstery
By Mobili Pizzetti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Nice set of 4 Italian dining chairs produced by Pizzetti, Rome in the 1950s During restoration
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Karpen Wingback Chairs in Luxuriously Soft Milk Chocolate Shearling, circa 1950s
By Karpen of California
Located in Saint Louis, MO
. Tall sculptural wingbacks have a commanding shape with an air of old money. The chairs are covered from
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hide, Sheepskin, Walnut

Set of 8 black-stained beechwood Chiavari chairs model "Tre Fusi", Italy, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
– Chiavari craftsmanship, Italy 1950s The traditional Chiavari chair has adapted to various trends and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Rare Midcentury Teak Rocking Chair by Frederik Kayser Model 599 Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Rare Mid Century Modern Teak Rocking Chair, Frederik Kayser Model 599 By Norway, 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Enrico Delmonte set of 12 ash and straw "type B" chairs, Chiavari, Italy, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A set of twelve Type B - "Baletta" model chairs, crafted from black-stained beechwood with woven
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw

Fried Egg Teak Easychair by Hans Olsen 1950s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Old FRied Egg easychai by Hans Olsen for Bramin Denmark 1956. Produced 1950s in solid teak. Old
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Fried Egg Teak Easychair by Hans Olsen 1950s
Fried Egg Teak Easychair by Hans Olsen 1950s
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 23.23 in
Early Eames LAR Fiberglass Armshell Lounge Chair for Herman Miller pair avaiable
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
in 1950. It does not have a rope edge, which pushes in slightly later into the 1950s. One chair with
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Grete Jalk Chairs Oak Poul Jeppesen Denmark 1950s Plywood
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, BS
For a long time we have only known this model from an old Poul Jeppesen ad, but now we know these
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Set of Six Grete Jalk Chairs Oak Poul Jeppesen Denmark 1950s Plywood
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Basel, BS
For a long time we have only known this model from an old Poul Jeppesen ad, but now we know these
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Arts & Crafts Oak Chairs Pair Side Hall Dining Chairs Rupert Griffiths Craftsman
Located in London, GB
his Derbyshire workshop, most likely in the 1950s, these beautiful and fabulously distinctive chairs
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Mid-20th Century British Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition Old glory makes for a new
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2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition Old glory makes for a new
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Boucle "Stingray" Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
in the 1950s. These chairs perfectly mix the concept of design and comfort. They are professionally
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vintage Boucle "Stingray" Lounge Chairs
Vintage Boucle "Stingray" Lounge Chairs
H 33.25 in W 37.75 in D 31 in
Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chair, leather, stained wood, United States, 1950s Admirable handcrafted side chair from the
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Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
H 30.52 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Vintage Italian Modernist Leather Lounge Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage Italian modernist leather lounge chairs designed in Italy, circa 1950s. These
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs, manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
H 27.5 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern lounge chair manufactured in the United States. This chair features a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair
H 27.5 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Attributed to Jean Prouvé - Tout Bois - Wooden Armchair - France circa 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hasselt, VLI
dimensions: Depth: +/- 43 cm Width: +/- 53 cm Height: +/- 81 cm Jean Prouvé's "Tout Bois" chair was an all
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina Designed in 1943 by Charlotte Perriand, this
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina Designed in 1943 by Charlotte Perriand, this
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina Designed in 1943 by Charlotte Perriand, this
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina Designed in 1943 by Charlotte Perriand, this
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Indochine Chair For Cassina
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
Vintage Set of Six Signed Hans J. Wegner "W2" Chairs in Teak & Vinyl, 1950s
By C.M. Madsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
we have a gorgeously preserved set of six "W2" chairs in solid old-growth teak, with original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner JH50 “Peacock Chair” in Oak and Teak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Hans Wegner JH50 chair, or more commonly known as the “Peacock Chair” had its name blessed by
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Boucle Lounge Chairs for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Widdicomb Furniture company in the United States during the 1950s. These Mid-Century ergonomic lounge chairs
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Foam, Walnut

Martin Visser SE20 chair 't Spectrum Netherlands 1988
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super rare two tone version of the SE20 chair designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by 't
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Early Leather and Iron "Scoop" Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
in the United States, circa 1950s. These chairs have a unique and innovative design, characteristics
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
United States, circa 1950s. This reclining lounge chair has a design that many consider ahead of its time
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Side / Dinning Chairs by Wittmann of Austria
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Oakland, CA
1950s vintage Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) Fledermaus side / dining chairs by Wittman of Austria
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Lacquer

Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Oak Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009. Manufactured by
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Side Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
item. Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Oak Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009. Manufactured by
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern leather lounge chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Danish Modern Boomerang Chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s. This chair has been identified as model FD-135
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Ib Kofod Larsen expertly crafted this remarkable Danish modern walnut reclining lounge chair and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Chair, Oak Stained Black by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009. Manufactured by
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Museum Quality Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Table
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
European market in the early 1950s. The chairs originated from the estate of Heinz and Mirka Nösselt in
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Vintage 1950s German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Set of Six SM08 Dining Chairs in Black Leather.
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pastoe, 1950's. In original good condition with some signs of use. This is a rare edition of dining
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage sculptural walnut lounge chairs, designed in the United States, circa 1950s. These
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Walnut

Vintage Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs
Vintage Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs
H 34 in W 30.75 in D 26 in
Charles and Ray Eames Set of 6 'Bikini' Wire Frame Chairs Vitra 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Meer, VAN
shows a humble patina from age and use. As these chairs get older, they always show a little surface
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Leather "Butterfly" Chairs with Welded Iron Frames (Attr. Jorge-Ferrari Hardoy)
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage, Midcentury modern, pair of butterfly chairs (vintage production attributed to Jorge
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Walnut Floating Armrests Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage walnut floating armrest lounge chairs, designed in the United States, circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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Old Chairs From The 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of old chairs from the 1950s for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct old chairs from the 1950s — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. We have 525 antique and vintage old chairs from the 1950s in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of old chairs from the 1950s available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco old chairs from the 1950s are consistently popular styles. Many old chairs from the 1950s are appealing in their simplicity, but Guillerme et Chambron, Cesare Lacca and Knoll produced popular old chairs from the 1950s that are worth a look.

How Much are Old Chairs From The 1950s?

Prices for old chairs from the 1950s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, old chairs from the 1950s begin at $49 and can go as high as $107,840, while the average can fetch as much as $2,583.
Questions About Old Chairs From The 1950s
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There is no official record of when tub chairs were first invented, but one of the first recorded ones was used by King Louis XV of France. It is estimated that tub chairs have been around for over 250 years. Browse a selection of comfortable tub chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Morris chair was first created in the 1860s. William Morris designed the Morris chair, and it is known to be one of the earliest styles of reclining chairs. Coveted for their versatile design, Morris chairs continue to be a favorite seating option for the home. Shop a collection of Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an old chair, search its frame and the underside of its seat for the maker's markings. You may find a paper label, a metal tag or marks branded or carved directly onto the chair. Once you've located the marking, conduct a search of trusted online resources to determine what maker it corresponds to, and from there, you can review catalogues or reference guides devoted to the brand to learn more about your chair. Alternatively, you can take your chair to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer and have them assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    The easiest way to tell how old your chair is on your own is to look for a maker's mark or label. Usually, you will find it under the seat or on the base or frame. Once you know the maker, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to learn when it manufactured chairs similar to yours. If you can't find a mark, the materials, style and how the chair was made can help you estimate its age. Familiarizing yourself with different furniture styles can get you started. If you'd like assistance dating your chair, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The rocking chair is more than 275 years old. Early models date back to around 1725 and were made by outfitting Windsor chairs with skates. By 1787, rocking chairs were common enough for the word to be added to the English dictionary. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    How old peacock chairs are, as well as their origin, has been debated for decades. Not to be confused with the Peacock chair created by Danish furniture maker Hans J. Wegner, the iconic wicker seating design is believed to have first appeared in the Philippines. The American silent film-era actress Norma Talmadge posed in a peacock chair for a promotional photograph, and the seats became a staple of photo shoots, earning acclaim during the mid-century years in the United States when they appeared in publicity materials for prominent musicians and other celebrities. The chair became popular again during the 1960s in Haight-Ashbury, and it was featured at the time in a famous photograph of political activist and Black Panther Party cofounder Huey P. Newton. On 1stDibs, shop a range of peacock chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell the age of an old rocking chair, search under the seat, the legs and the bottom of the rockers for a maker's marking. By researching the maker and learning about how the characteristics of its pieces evolved over the years, you can often get a rough idea of how old your rocking chair is. If you are unable to find a mark, your piece could be a newer handcrafted item or an antique, in which case it would be helpful to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. An expert can also assist you if you run into any difficulty dating your piece. Explore a variety of rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell how old a dining room chair is, look for a stamp, brand, tag or label under its seat or on its legs. Some makers include dates of manufacture in their markings for easy reference. If your chair doesn't display a date, conduct research using online resources to try and determine its age. The model number, line name and maker's name can all provide useful starting points for researching a dining chair. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer date your piece. Explore a wide variety of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some old Lloyd Loom chairs may be worth something. Selling prices are often in the hundreds, but select chairs may fetch over $2,000. Generally, the condition, age and style of the chairs produced by the British manufacturer will determine the value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can provide you with an estimated valuation for your piece. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Lloyd Loom chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    High-backed old-fashioned chairs are often called wingback chairs. They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern wingback chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.