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Oyster Chairs

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair Mid Century
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair Mid Century

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair Mid Century

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair. Rare model 156.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pierre Paulin Pair of Oyster Chairs, Model CM137
Pierre Paulin Pair of Oyster Chairs, Model CM137

Pierre Paulin Pair of Oyster Chairs, Model CM137

Located in New York, NY

The Pair of Oyster Chairs by Pierre Paulin is a striking example of the designer’s innovative approach to mid-century modern furniture.

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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin Artifort Wool Upholstery Oyster Chair Orange Wool Upholstery
Pierre Paulin Artifort Wool Upholstery Oyster Chair Orange Wool Upholstery

Pierre Paulin Artifort Wool Upholstery Oyster Chair Orange Wool Upholstery

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Light orange to deep yellow original wool upholstery.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Oyster Chair with Cross Base by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965
Oyster Chair with Cross Base by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965

Oyster Chair with Cross Base by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful and rare Artifort Oyster chair with cross base. This very comfortable and pivoting chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60's.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s
European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

These artistic chairs have a sculptural look that is often refereed to as an “oyster”.

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.

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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965
Mid Century Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965

Mid Century Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1965

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

The famous Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Designed in the beginning of the 60's.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Oyster Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
Oyster Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's

Oyster Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A set of the famous and very comfortable Artifort Oyster Chairs by Pierre Paulin. Designed in the beginning of the 60's, this particular set is manufactured in the 80's.

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.

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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

First Edition Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
First Edition Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

First Edition Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An early Oyster Lounge Chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, dating from the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful Artifort Oyster chair. This very comfortable chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Mid Century Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Mid Century Oyster Chair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

The famous Artifort Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin, the big model with a ottoman.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of the famous Artifort Oyster Chair with a Ottoman. This very comfortable chair is designed by Pierre Paulin in the beginning of the 60's.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Oyster Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of the famous Artifort Oyster Chair with a Ottoman. This very comfortable chair is designed by Pierre Paulin in the beginning of the 60's.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort
Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort

Mid Century Pierre Paulin F557 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

Supper chairs perfect for a design project. This model F557 is said to be the first or early edition of the Oyster Chair making these early models produced 1961 to 1965 somewhat r...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Set of 2 F557 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Lovely and very comfortable lounge chair set, designed by Pierre Paulin in 1961. This model F557 is the first edition of the Oyster Chair and is shortly produced (till 1965), that's...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Mid Century Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Mid Century Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

The famous Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Designed in the beginning of the 60's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

19thc Oyster Painted Wooden Rocking Chair
19thc Oyster Painted Wooden Rocking Chair

19thc Oyster Painted Wooden Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This folky 19thc original oyster painted rocking chair is in fine as found condition.It has all original slatted seat and backing from when it was made.

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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antigona Oyster Leather and Walnut Chair by Morica Design
Antigona Oyster Leather and Walnut Chair by Morica Design

Antigona Oyster Leather and Walnut Chair by Morica Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Antigona Oyster Leather and Walnut Chair by Morica Design Dimensions: D 50 x W 50 x H 83 cm.

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s

"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in DE MEERN, NL

Artifort F157 Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin  The Artifort F157 Oyster lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1970s, is a true masterpiece of Dutch modern design.

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pierre paulin ''Oyster ' Lounge chair for Artifort  1960s
Pierre paulin ''Oyster ' Lounge chair for Artifort  1960s

Pierre paulin ''Oyster ' Lounge chair for Artifort 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Den Haag, NL

Artifort "Oyster" easy chair .New Upholstery in bright Blue Purple fabric ,early version .1960s Design by Pierre Paulin .

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Early 'Oyster' Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1959
Early 'Oyster' Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1959

Early 'Oyster' Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1959

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Iconic ‘F157’ better known as the ‘Oyster’ lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1959.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

19th Century Victorian Style Side Chairs Painted in Oyster White
19th Century Victorian Style Side Chairs Painted in Oyster White

19th Century Victorian Style Side Chairs Painted in Oyster White

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

19th century Victorian style chairs crafted from solid fruitwood and painted in a charming oyster white finish.

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Linen, Fruitwood

Pierre Paulin for Artifort — F156 “Little Oyster” lounge chair, 1959–1960s
Pierre Paulin for Artifort — F156 “Little Oyster” lounge chair, 1959–1960s

Pierre Paulin for Artifort — F156 “Little Oyster” lounge chair, 1959–1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

This exceptional lounge chair is the rare F156 “Little Oyster” designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Nickel

MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster & Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs
MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster & Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs

MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster & Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous vintage MCM aka Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency button back oyster & blue colored harlequin fabric slipper chairs with front brass ball casters.

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Artifort Oyster Lounge Chair With Cross Base by Pierre Paulin, 1960's
Restored Artifort Oyster Lounge Chair With Cross Base by Pierre Paulin, 1960's

Restored Artifort Oyster Lounge Chair With Cross Base by Pierre Paulin, 1960's

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

This iconic and rare "Oyster Chair" with cross base, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 1960s, is a true collector’s item that perfectly embodies mid-century modern elegan...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1959, Pierre Paulin, Large Early Oyster, Easy Chair F157 in Brown Leather
1959, Pierre Paulin, Large Early Oyster, Easy Chair F157 in Brown Leather

1959, Pierre Paulin, Large Early Oyster, Easy Chair F157 in Brown Leather

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Beautiful Classic design. Brand new upholstery in soft comfortable leather, but there is a spot where the upholstery is not glued completely tightly to the backrest of the seat (see...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Pietro Costantini Post Modern Oyster Lacquered Dining Chairs
Set of Four Pietro Costantini Post Modern Oyster Lacquered Dining Chairs

Set of Four Pietro Costantini Post Modern Oyster Lacquered Dining Chairs

By Pietro Costantini

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The iconic chairs feature a sculptural silhouette crafted from beechwood with a rare oyster lacquer painted finish.

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Six Antique English George III Style Oyster Burl Dining Room Chairs C1920
Six Antique English George III Style Oyster Burl Dining Room Chairs C1920

Six Antique English George III Style Oyster Burl Dining Room Chairs C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

These chairs feature elegant oyster burl wood, known for its unique and intricate grain patterns.

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Early 20th Century George III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Burl

This is the iconic Artifort Oyster armchair by designer Pierre Paulin
This is the iconic Artifort Oyster armchair by designer Pierre Paulin

This is the iconic Artifort Oyster armchair by designer Pierre Paulin

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Den Haag, NL

This is the iconic Artifort Oyster armchair by designer Pierre Paulin, distinguished by its elegant, organic shell shape and slender metal base. Upholstery by De Ploeg . Upholstery ...

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Charles club chair by am designs
Charles club chair by am designs

Charles club chair by am designs

By am designs

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Shown here in Postal Oyster fabric, the chair’s clean lines and generous proportions reflect am designs’ focus on comfort and quality.

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2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Hemp

Charlotte club chair by am designs
Charlotte club chair by am designs

Charlotte club chair by am designs

By am designs

Located in Antwerpen, BE

The design can be fully customized—from dimensions and fabric to stitching details—making it versatile for a variety of interiors. Shown here in Pure Oyster fabric, the chair’s clean...

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2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Hemp

Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

Midcentury F557 Lounge Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An exceptional and highly collectible pair of lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin in 1961. This iconic model F557, famously known as the Oyster Chair, represents a rare first ed...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

19th Century English Chippendale Style Library Chair
19th Century English Chippendale Style Library Chair

19th Century English Chippendale Style Library Chair

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

The chair back is slightly camel shaped; the outside back of the chair is upholstered in an oyster colored velvet.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair and Ottoman
Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair and Ottoman

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair and Ottoman

Unavailable

H 35.83 in W 36.23 in D 27.56 in

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair and Ottoman

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Barcelona, ES

Oyster chair and ottoman designed in 1958 by French designed Pierre Paulin for the Dutch company Artifort.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin, Oyster Chair and Foot Stool
Pierre Paulin, Oyster Chair and Foot Stool

Pierre Paulin, Oyster Chair and Foot Stool

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Pierre Paulin, Oyster Chair and Foot Stool

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Oyster chair and foot stool designed by Pierre Paulin.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

The Large And Rare Artifort Version Oyster Chair By Pierre Paulin, 1960s
The Large And Rare Artifort Version Oyster Chair By Pierre Paulin, 1960s

The Large And Rare Artifort Version Oyster Chair By Pierre Paulin, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Schagen, NL

Unusual Version of the Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. The chairs features a large comfortable seating with the original Mint/ Aqua colored Fabric and a Metal star or Swi...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Chair F157 With Ottoman - Pierre Paulin - Early edition - New upholstery
Oyster Chair F157 With Ottoman - Pierre Paulin - Early edition - New upholstery

Oyster Chair F157 With Ottoman - Pierre Paulin - Early edition - New upholstery

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Antwerpen, BE

The Oyster Lounge Chair F157 with original Ottoman, designed by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort Holland in 1959, is an early edition featuring a nickel-plated frame.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Oyster Wellness Seat
Oyster Wellness Seat

Oyster Wellness Seat

Unavailable

H 17 in W 36.75 in D 33 in

Oyster Wellness Seat

By Oyster Studio Furniture

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physiologist, Jesse ...

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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Fabric

Oyster Wellness Seat Donghia Mohair by Alex Muradian
Oyster Wellness Seat Donghia Mohair by Alex Muradian

Oyster Wellness Seat Donghia Mohair by Alex Muradian

Unavailable

H 17 in W 36.75 in D 33 in

Oyster Wellness Seat Donghia Mohair by Alex Muradian

By Oyster Studio Furniture

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Meditation and Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physi...

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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Oyster Wellness Seat Metaphores Boucle by Alex Muradian
Oyster Wellness Seat Metaphores Boucle by Alex Muradian

Oyster Wellness Seat Metaphores Boucle by Alex Muradian

Unavailable

H 17 in W 36.75 in D 33 in

Oyster Wellness Seat Metaphores Boucle by Alex Muradian

By Oyster Studio Furniture

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

The Oyster Meditation Cushion is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physiologist, Jesse Schwartzman, MS, RD, ACSM CPT, who has helped...

Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Swept Back Lounge Chairs by Alex Muradian
Swept Back Lounge Chairs by Alex Muradian

Swept Back Lounge Chairs by Alex Muradian

Unavailable

H 29 in W 23 in D 34 in

Swept Back Lounge Chairs by Alex Muradian

By Oyster Studio Furniture

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

A stunning pair of chairs that pay homage to the iconic shapes and lines of 1930s automobiles. Our chairs are meticulously handcrafted in our Westhampton Beach studio using over 50 l...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Oyster Wellness Seat by Alex Muradian in Basket Weave Fabric
Oyster Wellness Seat by Alex Muradian in Basket Weave Fabric

Oyster Wellness Seat by Alex Muradian in Basket Weave Fabric

By Alex Muradian, Oyster Studio Furniture

Located in Westhampton Beach, NY

Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Meditation and Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physi...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Pierre Paulin “Oyster” Lady Chair for Artifort, Netherlands 1950
Pierre Paulin “Oyster” Lady Chair for Artifort, Netherlands 1950

Pierre Paulin “Oyster” Lady Chair for Artifort, Netherlands 1950

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Wilnis, UT

This eye-catching lounge chair, a lady version of model “Oyster”, is an iconic piece designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the Netherlands around 1950.

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Red Oyster High Chair by Michael Sodeau for Offecct, 2008
Red Oyster High Chair by Michael Sodeau for Offecct, 2008

Red Oyster High Chair by Michael Sodeau for Offecct, 2008

Unavailable

H 43.31 in W 39.38 in D 29.53 in

Red Oyster High Chair by Michael Sodeau for Offecct, 2008

By Offecct, Michael Sodeau

Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL

Oyster is an elegant easy chair inspired by the Swedes’ love of shellfish.

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Early 2000s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Midcentury Large Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin in Grey Red Nevada, 1960s
Midcentury Large Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin in Grey Red Nevada, 1960s

Midcentury Large Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin in Grey Red Nevada, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

This Mid-Century Modern and sculptural model (model Oyster catalogue no.157 ) became an iconic collection piece and was in collection from 1959-1979.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Walnut Danish Modern Side Chair
Vintage Walnut Danish Modern Side Chair

Vintage Walnut Danish Modern Side Chair

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 19 in D 22.5 in

Vintage Walnut Danish Modern Side Chair

Located in New York, NY

Vintage walnut Danish modern side chair. Hand-painted oyster finish with multi color flamestitch fabric.     

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Chairs

Modern Scandinavian Swivel Chair
Modern Scandinavian Swivel Chair

Modern Scandinavian Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 42.5 in W 39.75 in D 31 in

Modern Scandinavian Swivel Chair

By Michael Sodeau

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

This Oyster High Swivel Chair is an example of modern Scandinavian design.

Category

Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

1970s Pair of Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCMU chairs
1970s Pair of Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCMU chairs

1970s Pair of Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller DCMU chairs

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in West Reading, PA

They were a newer, upholstered take on the classic bent wood DCM chair. The seat and back are molded plastic, and these are currently upholstered in their original oyster white viny...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Rare Pair of High Back Gustavian Armchairs
Rare Pair of High Back Gustavian Armchairs

Rare Pair of High Back Gustavian Armchairs

Unavailable

H 48 in W 25 in D 23 in

Rare Pair of High Back Gustavian Armchairs

Located in Bedford, NY

A rare pair of Gustavian armchairs called King Kolar Chairs. Restored with oyster milk paint. Recovered.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Armchairs

Pair of Gustavian Armchairs
Pair of Gustavian Armchairs

Pair of Gustavian Armchairs

Unavailable

H 48 in W 25 in D 21 in

Pair of Gustavian Armchairs

Located in Stamford, CT

A rare set of high back Gustavian armchairs called King Kolar chairs. Restored with oyster white milk paint.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Angelo Donghia Armchairs
Pair of Angelo Donghia Armchairs

Pair of Angelo Donghia Armchairs

Unavailable

H 34 in W 24 in D 19 in

Pair of Angelo Donghia Armchairs

By Angelo Donghia

Located in Southfield, MI

Superb pair of Angelo Donghia armchairs, dating to the early 1980s.  Upholstered in an oyster colored mohair, these chairs have tapered, black lacquered legs with nickel capped fe...

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Armchairs

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair
Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair

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H 35.44 in W 32.29 in D 36.23 in

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in London, GB

Classic original oyster chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, the Netherlands circa 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair

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H 30.5 in W 32.5 in D 28 in

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair

Located in Astoria, NY

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Oyster Chair, lavender purple wool upholstery. Dealer: S138XX

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Wool

Pierre Paulin 'Oyster' Chair for Artifort, 1960
Pierre Paulin 'Oyster' Chair for Artifort, 1960

Pierre Paulin 'Oyster' Chair for Artifort, 1960

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare original "Oyster" chair for Artifort by Pierre Paulin. Newly upholstered in lipstick red, the red is slightly deeper in color than pictured.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Oyster Chair
Oyster Chair

Oyster Chair

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H 33 in W 35 in D 31 in

Oyster Chair

By Pierre Paulin

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Lounge Chair in green/brown wool.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s in Kvadrat Upholstery
Vintage Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s in Kvadrat Upholstery

Vintage Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s in Kvadrat Upholstery

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Brussels, Brussels

He became famous for his innovative work with Artifort in the 1960s and interior design in the 1970s. His most famed chair designs beside the Oyster chair were the Mushroom chair...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair for Artifort in Bouclé Fabric
1960s Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair for Artifort in Bouclé Fabric

1960s Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair for Artifort in Bouclé Fabric

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Hitchin, England

A large 1960s Pierre Paulin oyster chair reupholstered in Dedar Milano bouclé fabric.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-century modern vintage Pierre Guariche Space Age Oyster Chairs
Mid-century modern vintage Pierre Guariche Space Age Oyster Chairs

Mid-century modern vintage Pierre Guariche Space Age Oyster Chairs

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Antwerp, BE

Black vinyl Spage age armchairs. Oyster shaped seating, black metal frame. Attributed to Pierre Guariche. France, Spage Age, 1960s. Measures: H 70 cm x W 100 cm x D 50 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Space Age Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Oyster Lounge Chair By Pierre Paulin For Artifort #557 Model, 1960s Netherlands
Oyster Lounge Chair By Pierre Paulin For Artifort #557 Model, 1960s Netherlands

Oyster Lounge Chair By Pierre Paulin For Artifort #557 Model, 1960s Netherlands

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in The Hague, NL

It's the first edition of the Oyster Chair and was produced until 1965, making it rare and unique vintage furniture peace.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Plastic, Wood

Set of Four Petite Slipper Chairs by Baughman
Set of Four Petite Slipper Chairs by Baughman

Set of Four Petite Slipper Chairs by Baughman

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H 28.25 in W 21 in D 25 in

Set of Four Petite Slipper Chairs by Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Set of 4 Petite Slipper Chairs. Reupholstered with Great Plains "Oyster".

Category

Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Large Artifort Oyster model F157 lounge chair Artifort mid century modernism
Large Artifort Oyster model F157 lounge chair Artifort mid century modernism

Large Artifort Oyster model F157 lounge chair Artifort mid century modernism

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Dronten, NL

The Artifort Oyster chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the late 1950s, is renowned for its distinctive organic shape and comfortable design.

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Oyster Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of oyster chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wool, all oyster chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 44 antique and vintage oyster chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Oyster chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco oyster chairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made oyster chairs over the years, but those made by Artifort, Pierre Paulin and HOLLY HUNT are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Oyster Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,475, while they’re typically $995 on the low end and $8,900 highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.