Mid Century Fireside Chair
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Cane
20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Cane
Antique Mid-19th Century European Folk Art Side Chairs
Rush, Birch
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Rush, Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Belgian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Rope, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
Oak
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam, Leather
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Wool, Foam
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric
Antique Mid-19th Century English Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1960s Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
20th Century American Federal Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Hardwood
Antique Mid-18th Century Irish Rustic Windsor Chairs
Ash
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wicker
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Club Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Rococo Club Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Mahogany, Rush, Wood
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Mid Century Fireside Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Mid Century Fireside Chair?
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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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