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Otto Zapf Desk Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather
Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Otto Zapf for Knoll International, desk chair, leather, lacquered metal, United States, design 1974 When Bobby Cadwallader, the former president of Knoll, encountered the German des...

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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA
Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super comfortable leather desk chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA
Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA

Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Who says the perfect desk chair doest exist...? Otto Zapf design for Knoll International.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany
Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany

Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany

By Topstar, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic executive desk Chair designed by the acclaimed German industrial designer Otto Zapf circa 1980.

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Vintage 1980s German Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Decatur, GA

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair for Knoll in Brown Leather, 1970s A striking executive desk chair designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll, showcasing the designer’s signature approach to erg...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

By Otto Zapf

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air of comfort, featuring generously-padded, pillow-like cushions upholstered in its or...

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

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Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous newly reupholstered leather management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

This gorgeous on trend highly patinated carmel brown leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, highback adjustable tilt swivel desk chair on five star base with twin wheels.

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Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, highback adjustable tilt swivel desk chair on five star base with twin wheels.

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Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 31 in D 31 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf Executive desk chair. Chair tilts and swivels.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar
Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

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H 50.79 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

By Otto Zapf

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This Topstar office chair, finished in black nappa leather, is in excellent condition. The leather shows the most minimal signs of wear, the chrome-plated base has virtually no scrat...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll mid century upholstered office chair This chair measure: 30 wide x 27 deep x 35 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 25.5 inches All piec...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Zapf Chair
Zapf Chair

Zapf Chair

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H 36 in W 31 in D 27 in

Zapf Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Otto Zapf for Knoll, made in France

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Vintage 1970s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll mid century upholstered office chair This chair measure: 30 wide x 27 deep x 35 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 25.5 inches ?All pie...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll
Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Stamford, CT

Otto Zapf, a distinguished German product designer, embarked on his career in his homeland, driven by an enduring passion for flexibility and human-centered design. By the time he jo...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll
Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Stamford, CT

At a Glance: While modular design is commonplace today, it was still somewhat novel during the time of Otto Zapf, the designer of this now-discontinued Knoll Zapf Executive Chair. E...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous black leather executive management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs
1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs

1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Chairs are upholstered in original gray fabric. Four star swivel and tilt base with casters. This listing is for 1 chair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

A gorgeous leather desk chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970s with knoll tag still attached.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll
A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976
Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, executive tilt swivel chair. All height dimensions shown are the minimum and can adjust up to 2.5" higher. Otto Zapf arrived at Knoll in 1973, having designe...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975
Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975

Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Highly comfortable and adjustable executive desk chair designed by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International United States, 1975.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 47 in W 31 in D 32.5 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, High-Back Adjustable Tilt Swivel Desk Chair on 5 star base with twin wheels.

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

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, High back adjustable tilt swivel desk chair on five-star base with twin wheels. Original leather.

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Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 35.5 in W 30 in D 31 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf executive chair, low-back lounge, tilt swivel adjustable seat height on wheels. Signed on underside label pictured.    

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 38 in W 26 in D 28 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

"The Pillow Chair" zapf for Knoll executive lounge chair with tilt and swivel functions. Original leather upholstery with chrome base on rollers. Adjustable seat.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 29 in D 30 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Large pillow like cushions upholstered in original tan leather. Tilts and swivels with adjustable height.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 29 in D 30 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Large pillow like cushions upholstered in original espresso brown leather. Tilts and swivels with adjustable height.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair
Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Zapf, Otto (1931- ) Birthplace: Rossbach, CSSR. Knoll Products: Executive chair, Zapf System, Follow Me, Heli lounge chairs. Otto Zapf arrived at Knoll in 1973, having designe...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair
Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair

Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Vienna, AT

Also referred as the pillow chair Otto Zapf conceived this chair originally for Knoll. It’s an executive chair with tilt and swivel functions but serves as a lounge chair also, espec...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous leather executive management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous highly patinated burgundy leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1981 .

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar
Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

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H 47.25 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

By Otto Zapf, Topstar

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This topstar office chair, finished in black nappa leather, is in excellent condition. The leather shows the most minimal signs of wear, the chrome-plated base has virtually no scrat...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair This chair measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 47 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clearance of 29 inches All piec...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome, Metal

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

By Otto Zapf

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air of comfort, featuring generously-padded, pillow-like cushions upholstered in its or...

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

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Leather

Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll
Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. Was previously reupholstered in new blue fabric. Designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous highly patinated brown leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1979, signed with early Knoll International label.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous leather management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985, signed with Knoll International label.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed
Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed

Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These gorgeous black leather executive management desk chairs are by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, labelled and dated 1974.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Knoll Zapf Dark Brown Leather Low Back Side Office Chair Features: Upholstered Dark Brown Leather Five Star Base With Casters Tilt and Swivel Base This listing is for...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Knoll Zapf Advanced Low Back Executive Chair Swivels, tilts and rolls on casters Four star base Tweed fabric with upholstered arms ~ Multiple Chairs available, Price per...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair
1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair

1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Chair is upholstered in original gray fabric. Four star swivel and tilt base with casters.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar
Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

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H 35.04 in W 32.68 in D 31.89 in

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

By Topstar, Otto Zapf

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

This comfortable office or desk chair was designed by Otto Zapf in the seventies.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970
Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970

Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Wilnis, UT

Stunning desk chair by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International in the USA around 1970.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair
1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

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H 40.5 in W 30 in D 25.5 in

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

Handsome Otto Zapf for Knoll executive desk chair in cognac leather on four-star base with casters included.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976
Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976

Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Otto Zapf office chair by Knoll International, 1976. Wood, metal and leather. Very good original condition with nice patina. We offer a free shipping to your front door into Eu...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970
Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970

Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970

By Kill International, Otto Zapf

Located in Wilnis, UT

A stunning executive desk chair by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International in the United States of America, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll
Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Located in New York, NY

A luxurious desk chair in brown leather upholstery with swivel and tilt mechanism by Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs
Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs

Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs

By Otto Zapf

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair of vintage swivel chairs in original butterscotch leather. Highback desk chair also available.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This very comfortable high back office or desk chair was designed by Otto Zapf and manufactured in West Germany for Knoll International.

Category

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

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Austin, TX

Comfortable, cushioned executive style desk chair on swivel base, designed in the style of Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

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Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather

Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather

By Hans Hopfer, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte 'Castell' modular sofa, leather, Austria, design 1972 Stunning and sizable modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte. This grand ...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

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Leather

Mamun Bedside
Mamun Bedside

Mamun Bedside

$850 / item

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 13.78 in

Mamun Bedside

Located in Singapore, SG

Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...

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2010s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Teak

Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964

Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964

$19,450Sale Price / set|22% Off

H 23 in W 70 in D 36 in

Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incred...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Gecchelin Fiberglass Leather Black Italian Swivel Armchair for Busnelli, 1970s
Gecchelin Fiberglass Leather Black Italian Swivel Armchair for Busnelli, 1970s

Gecchelin Fiberglass Leather Black Italian Swivel Armchair for Busnelli, 1970s

By Bruno Gecchelin, Busnelli

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing midcentury lounge chair in leather black, fibreglass and chromed metal. This fantastic and rare item was designed in 1972 by Bruno Gecchelin for Busnelli, comes in its origin...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather

$49,500

H 29.53 in W 224.41 in D 41.34 in

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Brown Leather

By De Sede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ueli Berger, Eleonora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, 'Snake' sectional sofa, model 'DS-600', leather, Switzerland, 1970s Designed by Ueli Berger, Eleonora Pe...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette
Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette

Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette

By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ‘Dilly Dally’ vanity set, leatherette, mirrored glass, plastic, brass, lacquered wood, metal, Italy, 1968 Outstanding Italian dressing table designe...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova Sofa Model ´Nuvolone´ in Brown Leather
Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova Sofa Model ´Nuvolone´ in Brown Leather

Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova Sofa Model ´Nuvolone´ in Brown Leather

By Mimo Padova

Located in Waalwijk, NL

RImo Maturi for Mimo Padova, ´Nuvolone´ sofa, leather, Italy, 1970s Stunning modular sofa by Italian designer Rimo Maturii for manufacturer Mimo Padova. The 'Nuvulone', meaning 'cl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Wilkhahn Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal
Wilkhahn Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal

Wilkhahn Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal

$2,200 / item

H 27.96 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in

Wilkhahn Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal

By Wilkhahn

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wilkhahn, lounge chairs, leather, metal, Germany, 1970s These cubic low lounge chairs rest on a sleek swivel base, offering both style and functionality. The German-made chairs embr...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Navy Blue, Leather, Matte Black Frame
Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Navy Blue, Leather, Matte Black Frame

Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Navy Blue, Leather, Matte Black Frame

By Charles Pollock

Located in Wilton, CT

Offering the classic Pollock Executive Chair in its original rare navy blue leather, black steel frame, and vintage 5-star base, in very good condition. Charles Pollock was a master...

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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Stainless Steel

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three-Seater Sofa by Cassina, Upholstered, Italy
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three-Seater Sofa by Cassina, Upholstered, Italy

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three-Seater Sofa by Cassina, Upholstered, Italy

$31,768 / item

H 25.99 in W 94.49 in D 38.19 in

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three-Seater Sofa by Cassina, Upholstered, Italy

By Carlo Scarpa

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa Manufactured by Cassina SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE Geometric austerity encounters enveloping padding in this sofa designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

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An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.