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Restored Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman by Dan Johnson for Pacific Iron, USA
Restored Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman by Dan Johnson for Pacific Iron, USA

Restored Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman by Dan Johnson for Pacific Iron, USA

By Dan Johnson

Located in Deland, FL

Classic design meets modern materials. This ultra-rare chair and ottoman set, designed by Dan Johnson and produced by Pacific Iron between the late 40's and early 50's, has recently ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Folk Art Chair
Rare Folk Art Chair

Rare Folk Art Chair

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This mysterious chair will surely catch the attention of any visitor. We can’t say much about the age, but this chair could certainly be 200 years old. It is for sure an European cha...

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Victorian Parlor Libarary Chairs on Castors, Set of 2
19th Century Victorian Parlor Libarary Chairs on Castors, Set of 2

19th Century Victorian Parlor Libarary Chairs on Castors, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated early 19th Century with this exquisite chairs in a teal vibrant upholstery. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1960s MCM Green Vinyl Barrel Club Slipper Chairs, Set of 4
1960s MCM Green Vinyl Barrel Club Slipper Chairs, Set of 4

1960s MCM Green Vinyl Barrel Club Slipper Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1960s with this exquisite barrel chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement.

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Rattan Cane Dining Chair
John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Rattan Cane Dining Chair

John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Rattan Cane Dining Chair

By Donghia, John Hutton

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A rare genuine and signed "Block Island" rattan cane rush dining chair designed by John Hutton for Donghia in the late 20th century.

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Mahogany

Visionarie Italian Olive Green Suede Knole Style Chair, Set of 2
Visionarie Italian Olive Green Suede Knole Style Chair, Set of 2

Visionarie Italian Olive Green Suede Knole Style Chair, Set of 2

By Visionaire

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite olive suede knole style chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Unique Restored Set of 8 Square Series Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1979
Unique Restored Set of 8 Square Series Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1979

Unique Restored Set of 8 Square Series Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1979

By Henry Olko, Willow and Reed

Located in Atlanta, GA

These rare chairs are from the Olko's Square series. Stout and sturdy rattan and hardwood construction with exacting cane detail.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Hardwood

1980s Immaculate Milo Baughman Beige Designer Fabric Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
1980s Immaculate Milo Baughman Beige Designer Fabric Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

1980s Immaculate Milo Baughman Beige Designer Fabric Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

By Milo Baughman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite sculptural swivel chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1930s Art Deco Wood Green Chenille Plaid Scalloped Arm Chairs, Set of 2
1930s Art Deco Wood Green Chenille Plaid Scalloped Arm Chairs, Set of 2

1930s Art Deco Wood Green Chenille Plaid Scalloped Arm Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with the exquisite chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1980s Pastel Maitland Smith Gustavian Bobbin Style Rustic Chairs, Set of 2
1980s Pastel Maitland Smith Gustavian Bobbin Style Rustic Chairs, Set of 2

1980s Pastel Maitland Smith Gustavian Bobbin Style Rustic Chairs, Set of 2

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite rustic large bobbin style chairs. Original pastels shimmery upholstery. The ultra rare chairs exudes ...

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Americana Style Rocking Chair Art Deco Lounge Chair Black White Armchair
1950s Americana Style Rocking Chair Art Deco Lounge Chair Black White Armchair

1950s Americana Style Rocking Chair Art Deco Lounge Chair Black White Armchair

Located in London, GB

A strikingly attractive, very rare and extremely comfortable 1950s ‘Americana’ style large black & white rocking chair in lovely condition.

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Mid-20th Century American Classical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Set of 2 Moroso Gluon Reception Chairs by Marc Newson, 1990s
Set of 2 Moroso Gluon Reception Chairs by Marc Newson, 1990s

Set of 2 Moroso Gluon Reception Chairs by Marc Newson, 1990s

By Moroso, Marc Newson

Located in CULEMBORG, GE

For sale is this lovely and rare set of two Gluon Chairs by Marc Newson, produced by Moroso in the ‘90s, and no longer in production today.

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1990s Italian Futurist Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Pierre Jeanneret Classroom Chair
Rare Pierre Jeanneret Classroom Chair

Rare Pierre Jeanneret Classroom Chair

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a highly unusual and rare Pierre Jeanneret Classroom Chair, likely from Punjab University circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS
Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS

Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS

By William Katavolos

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Mid century Modern 1960s LEATHER SLING K-CHAIR BY WILLIAM KATAVOLOS Rare chair complete with original h...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1990s Carsons Post Modern Pastel Swivel Chairs and Footstools, Set of 4
1990s Carsons Post Modern Pastel Swivel Chairs and Footstools, Set of 4

1990s Carsons Post Modern Pastel Swivel Chairs and Footstools, Set of 4

By Carson's Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite swivel chairs and footstools set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1990s Post Modern Colorful Upholstered Three Legged Barrel Chairs, Set of 2
1990s Post Modern Colorful Upholstered Three Legged Barrel Chairs, Set of 2

1990s Post Modern Colorful Upholstered Three Legged Barrel Chairs, Set of 2

By Carter Furniture 1

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite barrel chairs in a circular plinth base. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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1990s American Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and impermanence.

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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and impermanence.

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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV

Located in New York, NY

This elegant Reclining Chair Louis XIV is a stunning example of 17th Century French country furniture design and a very rare find.

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Antique 18th Century Louis XIV Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are fluted and hand carved. We added shell inlay onto the back rest. Full dimensions; Front ...

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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

1980s Milo Baughman Style Sculptural Zebra Colorful Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
1980s Milo Baughman Style Sculptural Zebra Colorful Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

1980s Milo Baughman Style Sculptural Zebra Colorful Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

By Classic Gallery

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite medium sized sculptural swivel chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and impermanence.

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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

1990s Weiman Immaculate Customized Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
1990s Weiman Immaculate Customized Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

1990s Weiman Immaculate Customized Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

By Weiman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite sculptural swivel chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Francesco Binfaré for Cassina Set of Four 'Hock' Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Francesco Binfaré for Cassina Set of Four 'Hock' Dining Chairs in Black Leather

Francesco Binfaré for Cassina Set of Four 'Hock' Dining Chairs in Black Leather

By Cassina, Francesco Binfaré

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Francesco Binfaré for Cassina, set of four 'Hock' dining chairs, black lacquered wood, leather, Italy, 1990s These rare chairs are designed by Francesco Binfaré who was director of ...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1960s Angelo Pazmino Muebles Wood Embossed Leather Sling Chairs, Set of 4
1960s Angelo Pazmino Muebles Wood Embossed Leather Sling Chairs, Set of 4

1960s Angelo Pazmino Muebles Wood Embossed Leather Sling Chairs, Set of 4

By Muebles De Estilo

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare chairs you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout.

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Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Milo Baughman Slipper Chair
Rare Milo Baughman Slipper Chair

Rare Milo Baughman Slipper Chair

$3,600Sale Price|34% Off

Rare Milo Baughman Slipper Chair

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A small-scale slipper chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Brass frames with hidden rollers. Original tag attached to seat. Priced individually.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Thereca Modernist Chair Industrial Teak
Rare Thereca Modernist Chair Industrial Teak

Rare Thereca Modernist Chair Industrial Teak

By Thereca

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Thereca Chair in Teak, Metal and Faux Leather Industrial-style chair crafted from metal, teak wood, and faux leather, presented in its original condition. A beautifully designed pie...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Giuseppe Scapinelli dinner chairs with spine feet Brazil 1950
Giuseppe Scapinelli dinner chairs with spine feet Brazil 1950

Giuseppe Scapinelli dinner chairs with spine feet Brazil 1950

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

The combination of solid rosewood and the luxurious newly linen upholstery elevates the chairs to a level of refined elegance. These chairs are a example of exceptional design and cr...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Linen, Rosewood

1960's Mid-Century Modern Leather & Brass Studs Swivel Executive Armchair
1960's Mid-Century Modern Leather & Brass Studs Swivel Executive Armchair

1960's Mid-Century Modern Leather & Brass Studs Swivel Executive Armchair

By Monteverdi-Young, Barnard & Simonds

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage original Mid century Modern leather armchair for sale. This is a rare chair that was manufactured by Barnard & Simonds Company in New York, and is an incredible chair.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

1980s Textile Versace Style Black and Gold Dining Chairs, Set of 5
1980s Textile Versace Style Black and Gold Dining Chairs, Set of 5

1980s Textile Versace Style Black and Gold Dining Chairs, Set of 5

By Gianni Versace

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with this exquisite dining chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Wood

1930s Art Deco Green Two Tone Wood Dining Chairs, Set of 4
1930s Art Deco Green Two Tone Wood Dining Chairs, Set of 4

1930s Art Deco Green Two Tone Wood Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with this exquisite dining chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare King Fredrik VIl teak chair
Rare King Fredrik VIl teak chair

Rare King Fredrik VIl teak chair

By Hans Olsen

Located in Munich, DE

This very special chair which functions as a reading chair and writing table, was named after King Frederik VII of Denmark who was known for occasionally sitting backwards on a simil...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Portuguese Sedan Chair 18th Century
Rare Portuguese Sedan Chair 18th Century

Rare Portuguese Sedan Chair 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Sedan chair for 2 people Portuguese 18th century in carved, painted and gilded wood, fabric-lined interior, leather cover. Restorations, failures and defects Dimension: 142 x 136 x ...

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Antique 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970s Baker Chinoiserie Style Blue White Cane Sculptural Arm Chairs, Set of 4
1970s Baker Chinoiserie Style Blue White Cane Sculptural Arm Chairs, Set of 4

1970s Baker Chinoiserie Style Blue White Cane Sculptural Arm Chairs, Set of 4

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite dining chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Allan Gould Sculptural Compass Side Chair Black Wood, Tan Upholstery 1948 USA
Allan Gould Sculptural Compass Side Chair Black Wood, Tan Upholstery 1948 USA

Allan Gould Sculptural Compass Side Chair Black Wood, Tan Upholstery 1948 USA

By Herman Miller, Allan Gould

Located in North Miami, FL

It came also as a set of dining room chairs but we have only found this one rare chair.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Exceptionally rare 18th Century  “Coiffeuse” chair
Exceptionally rare 18th Century  “Coiffeuse” chair

Exceptionally rare 18th Century “Coiffeuse” chair

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Maria I (Portuguese Neoclassicism) Materials: Solid rosewood, upholstery Dimensions: Height 91 cm (35.8 in); Width 52 cm (20.5 in); Depth 43 cm (16.9 in) Description An extremilly r...

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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

1930s Rare Children Wooden Folding Chairs
1930s Rare Children Wooden Folding Chairs

1930s Rare Children Wooden Folding Chairs

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1930. We offer this beautiful folding children chairs made in plywood and iron structure. Fantastic utilitarian chairs that cleverly fold down so you can store them tidily away...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Brazilian Modernist Chair by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil 1950s
Brazilian Modernist Chair by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil 1950s

Brazilian Modernist Chair by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil 1950s

By Acácio Gil Borsoi

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Whether placed in a chic living room, a statement reading nook, or a stylish hotel lounge, these rare chairs bring a sense of exclusivity and refined comfort to any space.

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Rare pair of Mathieu Matégot chairs
Rare pair of Mathieu Matégot chairs

Rare pair of Mathieu Matégot chairs

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Mathieu MATEGOT (1910-2001) Paire de chaises, circa 1951, à assise et dossier en tôle perforée laquée noir, disposés sur une structure tubulaire formant un piètement tubulaire joint ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair
Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair

Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair

By Rudolph Schindler

Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA

Discover a rare and exquisite piece of design history with this Rudolph M.

Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1970s Milo Baughman Teal Zebra Velvet  Purple Leather Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
1970s Milo Baughman Teal Zebra Velvet  Purple Leather Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

1970s Milo Baughman Teal Zebra Velvet Purple Leather Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

By Milo Baughman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite sculptural swivel chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair - Rare Grand Model
Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair - Rare Grand Model

Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair - Rare Grand Model

Located in New York, NY

The Mushroom Chair – Rare Grand Model by Pierre Paulin is an iconic example of the designer’s playful yet sophisticated approach to modern furniture.

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Vintage 1960s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool

Early Karin Mobring Model Cognac Leather Safari Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea, 1970s
Early Karin Mobring Model Cognac Leather Safari Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea, 1970s

Early Karin Mobring Model Cognac Leather Safari Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea, 1970s

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful design and amazing original condition chair. The design and the look and feel of this rare chair reminded me of what someone once taught me about good sculptures, "they lo...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Pine

19th Century Ornate Walnut Floral Chinoiserie Style Desk Chair
19th Century Ornate Walnut Floral Chinoiserie Style Desk Chair

19th Century Ornate Walnut Floral Chinoiserie Style Desk Chair

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 19th Century with this exquisite hand carved wood chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Anglo-Raj Childs Chair or Slipper Chair  circa 1890
Rare Anglo-Raj Childs Chair or Slipper Chair  circa 1890

Rare Anglo-Raj Childs Chair or Slipper Chair circa 1890

Located in Bellport, NY

A rare find in this magnificent Anglo-Indian Raj handcrafted child's chair,or slipper chair.

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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Michael Taylor Regency Style Leather Dining Chairs
Set of Six Michael Taylor Regency Style Leather Dining Chairs

Set of Six Michael Taylor Regency Style Leather Dining Chairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The rare chairs are crafted from beautifully patinated beech and leather with a distinctive Neoclassical Regency silhouette.

Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, 1940s
Rare Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, 1940s

Rare Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, 1940s

By Otto Schulz

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This rare easy chair model Schulz, designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden during the 1940s, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and elegant detailing characteristic...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s

Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s

By Thonet

Located in Uppsala, SE

Rare pair of bentwood chairs manufactured by Thonet in the early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Superb Set 8 Vintage Black Lacquer Cane Side Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
Superb Set 8 Vintage Black Lacquer Cane Side Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker

Superb Set 8 Vintage Black Lacquer Cane Side Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and rare chair designs in the Taylor/Baker archive. Important chairs intended to anchor an important dining room.

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Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Rare Pair of Postmodern Constructivist Chairs, Netherlands, 1980s
Rare Pair of Postmodern Constructivist Chairs, Netherlands, 1980s

Rare Pair of Postmodern Constructivist Chairs, Netherlands, 1980s

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

A rare pair of striking Postmodern Constructivist chairs, designed and produced in the Netherlands during the 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947
Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947

Carl Malmsten Hangsits armchair in solid pine and green fabric c. 1947

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

An exceedingly rare chair designed by Carl Malmsten. The “hangsits” armchair, c. 1947 in solid pine and original green fabric.

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pierre Lottier Cigar Leather Strap Slipper Lounge Chair 1960s MCM Blonde Tan
Pierre Lottier Cigar Leather Strap Slipper Lounge Chair 1960s MCM Blonde Tan

Pierre Lottier Cigar Leather Strap Slipper Lounge Chair 1960s MCM Blonde Tan

By Pierre Lottier

Located in London, GB

A stunning and rare beech wood and cigar leather strap slipper chair in lovely condition.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Rare set of chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro
Rare set of chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro

Rare set of chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Jolie set de six chaises par Joaquim Tenreiro ( possibilité de douze) Tout est d’origine.

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Paint

Rare Otto Schulz for Boet Lounge Chair in Pink Wool Velvet
Rare Otto Schulz for Boet Lounge Chair in Pink Wool Velvet

Rare Otto Schulz for Boet Lounge Chair in Pink Wool Velvet

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Between Softness and Structure This very rare chair is a beautiful example of Otto Schulz’s output from the early 1930s and is depicted in several of his aquarelles.

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Rare Antonio Gorgone Reclining Chairs
Rare Antonio Gorgone Reclining Chairs

Rare Antonio Gorgone Reclining Chairs

By Antonino Gorgone

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning pair of armchairs by Antonio Gorgone — Napoli, Italy 1950's Newly refinished dark walnut frame with scissor shape - reclines into 2 different elevations. Newly upholstere...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Oak

Rare Handcrafted Wooden Chair, Europe Mid-20th Century
Rare Handcrafted Wooden Chair, Europe Mid-20th Century

Rare Handcrafted Wooden Chair, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Working against the minimal shapes and ergonomic design of streamlined mid-century European furniture, the maker of this side chair moved away from highly polished factory uniformity...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ron Arad, Rare Aluminium "HORN CHAIR" 1985, UK
Ron Arad, Rare Aluminium "HORN CHAIR" 1985, UK

Ron Arad, Rare Aluminium "HORN CHAIR" 1985, UK

By One Off, Ltd., Ron Arad

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Rare and incredible example of Ron Arad HORN CHAIR, designed in 1985 for ONE OFF ltd UK.

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20th Century British Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Rare R&Y Augousti JMF Style Shagreen Chair
Rare R&Y Augousti JMF Style Shagreen Chair

Rare R&Y Augousti JMF Style Shagreen Chair

By R & Y Augousti

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous Jean Miche Frank style chair fully covered in a natural color shagreen. This chairs was custom-made by R&Y Augousti from France. It measures 35.5"t x 16"w x 20"d with a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Shagreen, Wood

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Find many varieties of an authentic rare chair available at 1stDibs. Each rare chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A rare chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made rare chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Edward Wormley are consistently popular.

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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.