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Rob Parry Rare Chair, circa 1950
By Gelderland, Robert Parry
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Midcentury industrial chair designed by Rob Parry, circa 1950 in Holland. It features a black
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Rob Parry Rare Chair, circa 1950
Rob Parry Rare Chair, circa 1950

Rob Parry Rare Chair, circa 1950

No Reserve
H 30.71 in W 16.93 in D 19.3 in
Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
Brazil. That's the case of this rare chair with armrest. The chairs call attention for being formed by
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil
Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil

Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil

H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is very rare and iconic design piece. Very few examples of this chair design are known
Category

1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Vintage Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 22.25 in
Rare Chairs by Vittorio Gregotti, Lodovico Meneghetti & Giotto Stoppino
By Lodovico Meneghetti, Giotto Stoppino and Vittorio Gregotti
Located in New York, NY
functional chair design. This rare model was exhibited at the X Triennale di Milano, 1954. Wood has been
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Birch

Vintage Rare Chairs by Vittorio Gregotti, Lodovico Meneghetti & Giotto Stoppino
Rare Chairs by Vittorio Gregotti, Lodovico Meneghetti & Giotto Stoppino

Rare Chairs by Vittorio Gregotti, Lodovico Meneghetti & Giotto Stoppino

H 31.5 in W 32 in D 31 in
Carlo de Carli Set of Six Rare Chairs from the Fifties
By Carlo De Carli
Located in bari, IT
Elegant set consisting of six chairs with velvet seat and wooden frame with slender back
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

Vintage Carlo de Carli Set of Six Rare Chairs from the Fifties
Carlo de Carli Set of Six Rare Chairs from the Fifties

Carlo de Carli Set of Six Rare Chairs from the Fifties

H 38.98 in W 17.13 in D 18.71 in
Mid-Century Modern Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons Lacquer
By Bertha Schaefer, M. Singer & Sons
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant single chair designed by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons, freshly lacquer
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons Lacquer

H 31.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons
By Bertha Schaefer, M. Singer & Sons
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant single chair designed by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons, original finish
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons
Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons

Mid Century Modern Solid Walnut Rare Chair by Bertha Schaefer for Singer & Sons

H 31.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Rare Chairs by Jan Bočan for the Czechoslovakian Embassy in Stockholm, 1972
By Jan Bočan
Located in Praha, CZ
This chair was designed by Jan Bocan, the award-winning architect behind the Czechoslovakian
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Rare Chairs by Jan Bočan for the Czechoslovakian Embassy in Stockholm, 1972
Rare Chairs by Jan Bočan for the Czechoslovakian Embassy in Stockholm, 1972

Rare Chairs by Jan Bočan for the Czechoslovakian Embassy in Stockholm, 1972

H 39.38 in W 22.45 in D 22.84 in
Rare Chair from the Cabinet of the Deutscher Bundestag, circa 1949
Located in London, GB
Believed to be one of only three chairs remaining that were designed for the cabinet of Deutscher
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1940s German Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Rare Chair from the Cabinet of the Deutscher Bundestag, circa 1949
Rare Chair from the Cabinet of the Deutscher Bundestag, circa 1949

Rare Chair from the Cabinet of the Deutscher Bundestag, circa 1949

H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 22.84 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
-Chair chair by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen. The chair is made of beautiful plywood in a warm colour. The
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base
1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base

1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base

H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in
A Rare Set of 6 Sycamore Dining Chairs by Melchiorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Paris, FR
Six beautiful and rare chairs
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1950s Italian Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Sycamore, Upholstery

A Rare Set of 6 Sycamore Dining Chairs by Melchiorre Bega
A Rare Set of 6 Sycamore Dining Chairs by Melchiorre Bega

A Rare Set of 6 Sycamore Dining Chairs by Melchiorre Bega

H 39.38 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Rare Sculptural Chair by Paolo Portoghesi for B&B Italia, Italy, 1990
By B&B Italia, Paolo Portoghesi
Located in Milan, IT
Rare chair designed by Paolo Portoghesi for B&B Italia. Part of the "Le Arti Industriali
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1990s Italian Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Sculptural Chair by Paolo Portoghesi for B&B Italia, Italy, 1990
Rare Sculptural Chair by Paolo Portoghesi for B&B Italia, Italy, 1990

Rare Sculptural Chair by Paolo Portoghesi for B&B Italia, Italy, 1990

H 40.95 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Original midcentury rare Paul McCobb low lounge chair . Solid maple wood construction with a walnut
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge Chair
Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge Chair

Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge Chair

H 28 in W 26 in D 30 in
Plexiglass chair by André Courreges, France, circa 1970
By André Courrèges
Located in TOURS, FR
Rare chair by André Courrèges in plexiglass with white leather cover France, circa 1970
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1970s French Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plexiglass

Plexiglass chair by André Courreges, France, circa 1970
Plexiglass chair by André Courreges, France, circa 1970

Plexiglass chair by André Courreges, France, circa 1970

H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Edward Wormley "a Chair" for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare chair in mahogany with solid brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
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1950s Rare Vintage Chairs

Edward Wormley "a Chair" for Dunbar
Edward Wormley "a Chair" for Dunbar

Edward Wormley "a Chair" for Dunbar

H 29.75 in W 21 in D 25 in
Paolo Buffa, Chair with Cherry Wood Frame, New Upholstery, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milan, IT
Rare chair by Paolo Buffa. Cherry wood frame and newly upholstered seat.
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1950s Italian Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paolo Buffa, Chair with Cherry Wood Frame, New Upholstery, Italy, 1950s
Paolo Buffa, Chair with Cherry Wood Frame, New Upholstery, Italy, 1950s

Paolo Buffa, Chair with Cherry Wood Frame, New Upholstery, Italy, 1950s

H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 22.84 in
Unique Danish Design chair. Madsen & Schubell style chair. Extreme rare chair
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
What a chair!! This is the kind of chair you will never see again. Made in the 60's but in absolute
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1960s Danish Art Deco Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Unique Danish Design chair. Madsen & Schubell style chair. Extreme rare chair
Unique Danish Design chair. Madsen & Schubell style chair. Extreme rare chair

Unique Danish Design chair. Madsen & Schubell style chair. Extreme rare chair

H 36.62 in W 29.53 in D 36.62 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Modern Dining Chairs by Edmund Spence
By Edmond J. Spence, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Newly upholstered mint condition set of 6 rare chairs by Edmond Spence.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cane, Birch

Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Modern Dining Chairs by Edmund Spence
Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Modern Dining Chairs by Edmund Spence

Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Modern Dining Chairs by Edmund Spence

H 32 in W 23 in D 18 in
Rare Pair of "Stripe" Dining Chair Armchairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem, 1999
By Fasem International, Giancarlo Vegni
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare chairs rendered in white stitched leather seat, back, and arms with chrome-plated
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Rare Pair of "Stripe" Dining Chair Armchairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem, 1999
Rare Pair of "Stripe" Dining Chair Armchairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem, 1999

Rare Pair of "Stripe" Dining Chair Armchairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem, 1999

H 31.75 in W 26 in D 20 in
Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chair, H.Lachert, 1960s
By Anna Lachert
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This rare chair for collectors was designed in 1956 by Hanna Lachert for the LAD Cooperative in
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Textile, Ash

Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chair, H.Lachert, 1960s
Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chair, H.Lachert, 1960s

Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chair, H.Lachert, 1960s

H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Predictor Group Low Lounge Chair by O'hearn
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Original midcentury rare Paul McCobb predictor group low lounge chair by O'Hearn. Solid maple wood
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Predictor Group Low Lounge Chair by O'hearn
Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Predictor Group Low Lounge Chair by O'hearn

Original Midcentury Rare Paul McCobb Predictor Group Low Lounge Chair by O'hearn

H 33 in W 27 in D 33 in
Rare Piet Hein Eek "Champagne Chairs"
By Piet Hein Eek
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare chairs specially made by Piet Hein Eek in a very small quantity for a champagne bar in
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1990s Dutch Industrial Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Piet Hein Eek "Champagne Chairs"
Rare Piet Hein Eek "Champagne Chairs"

Rare Piet Hein Eek "Champagne Chairs"

H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Niels Moller Model 57 Rosewood Carver Chair Jl Møller
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Ultra-rare chair handcrafted in Denmark of the finest solid rosewood. A functional work of art
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Niels Moller Model 57 Rosewood Carver Chair Jl Møller
Niels Moller Model 57 Rosewood Carver Chair Jl Møller

Niels Moller Model 57 Rosewood Carver Chair Jl Møller

H 30.25 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Set of Two Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chairs, H. Lachert, 1960s
By Anna Lachert
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This rare chairs for collectors was designed in 1956 by Hanna Lachert for the LAD Cooperative in
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Textile, Ash

Set of Two Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chairs, H. Lachert, 1960s
Set of Two Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chairs, H. Lachert, 1960s

Set of Two Rare 20th Century Orange Shell Chairs, H. Lachert, 1960s

H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
Jacques Adnet Chairs for Air France, France 1960’s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Rare chairs for the Air France lounge by Jacques Adnet. The legs can be attached forward or back
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Jacques Adnet Chairs for Air France, France 1960’s
Jacques Adnet Chairs for Air France, France 1960’s

Jacques Adnet Chairs for Air France, France 1960’s

H 31 in W 26.5 in D 21.5 in
Cees Braakman curved ladder chairs 1950s Holland
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice pair of rare chairs . Nicely curved ladder back ,Solid Teak frame
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Cees Braakman curved ladder chairs 1950s Holland
Cees Braakman curved ladder chairs 1950s Holland

Cees Braakman curved ladder chairs 1950s Holland

H 38.19 in W 18.9 in D 18.51 in
Canto Chair by Rainer Schell for Schlapp
By Schlapp Möbel
Located in Gießen, DE
Rare chair with massive beech wood base and thick leather seat. Designed by Rainer Schell in the
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1970s German Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Canto Chair by Rainer Schell for Schlapp
Canto Chair by Rainer Schell for Schlapp

Canto Chair by Rainer Schell for Schlapp

H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Four Midcentury Chairs, French or Italian, in Walnut
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Four fantastic and rare chairs, made in France or Italy. The chairs are in walnut and leather seats
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Four Midcentury Chairs, French or Italian, in Walnut
Four Midcentury Chairs, French or Italian, in Walnut

Four Midcentury Chairs, French or Italian, in Walnut

H 34.65 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in East Hampton, NY
This documented rare chair by Karl Springer, found in his catalogue of original creations, is made
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s
Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s

Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s

H 36.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare an amazing chair hand painted designed by Don Shoemaker, circa 1960, includes
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker
Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker

Rare Chair Hand Painted by Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Don Shoemaker

H 36.23 in W 18.51 in D 22.84 in
Easy chair in teak by Karl-Erik Ekselius
By JOC Mobler Vetlanda, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Genarp, SE
Rare chair designed by Karl-Erik Ekselius, produced by JOC in Vetlanda, Sweden, 1960s. Solid teak
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Easy chair in teak by Karl-Erik Ekselius
Easy chair in teak by Karl-Erik Ekselius

Easy chair in teak by Karl-Erik Ekselius

H 76 in W 60 in D 52 in
Pair of Eugen Schmidt Soloform Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather
By Finn Juhl, Eugen Schmidt
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare chairs! Great form, steel legs with teak tips. Original leather is distressed. One chair
Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Eugen Schmidt Soloform Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather
Pair of Eugen Schmidt Soloform Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather

Pair of Eugen Schmidt Soloform Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather

H 28 in W 34 in D 29 in
Easy Chair by Elias Svedberg 1940's
By Knoll, Elias Svedberg
Located in Hudson, NY
Rare chair, curved back on birch legs. Distributed by Knoll in the 1940's for a few years. new
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Easy Chair by Elias Svedberg 1940's
Easy Chair by Elias Svedberg 1940's

Easy Chair by Elias Svedberg 1940's

H 34 in W 28.6 in D 30 in
Rare Set of Six Stacking Chairs Designed by Wm. Rietveld, circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Rare set of six stacking chairs designed by Wm. Rietveld, circa 1960. This rare chair won a famous
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1960s European Rare Vintage Chairs

Rare Set of Six Stacking Chairs Designed by Wm. Rietveld, circa 1960
Rare Set of Six Stacking Chairs Designed by Wm. Rietveld, circa 1960

Rare Set of Six Stacking Chairs Designed by Wm. Rietveld, circa 1960

H 32 in W 21 in D 21 in
Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll
By Donald Knorr
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare chair by Donald Knorr for Knoll. Great modernist design, bent sheet metal with solid rod
Category

1950s American Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll
Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll

Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll

H 29 in W 20 in D 19 in
Mid Century Parker Knoll Rocking Chair
By Parker Knoll
Located in Tarleton, GB
Embark on a journey through mid-century elegance with The Rare Chair Company's exclusive offering
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid Century Parker Knoll Rocking Chair
Mid Century Parker Knoll Rocking Chair

Mid Century Parker Knoll Rocking Chair

No Reserve
H 36.62 in W 25.2 in D 35.44 in
Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in New York, NY
Iconic and rare chair and ottoman in sculpted walnut with black leather seat and inset leather
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s
Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s

Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s

H 30.5 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Argelato, BO
Pierre Cardin (1922-2020), Set of six dining chairs in walnut and leather, Italy, 1970s. Four rare
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s
Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s

Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s

H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 18.51 in
Set of Three Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chairs, 1970s
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Helsinki, FI
Set of three rare chairs, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro, 1970s. Wood with metal legs. Space age style
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1970s Finnish Space Age Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chairs, 1970s
Set of Three Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chairs, 1970s

Set of Three Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chairs, 1970s

H 35.24 in W 20.28 in D 21.26 in
Chair model "Jano" design Kazuide Takahama For Simon Gavina, 1970s
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in taranto, IT
Rare chair model jano design kazuide takahama for Simon gavina , 1970s Structure in tubular
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1970s Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chair model "Jano" design Kazuide Takahama For Simon Gavina, 1970s
Chair model "Jano" design Kazuide Takahama For Simon Gavina, 1970s

Chair model "Jano" design Kazuide Takahama For Simon Gavina, 1970s

H 31.89 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in
Rare Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern / Space Age Lounge Chairs by IPE
Located in New York, NY
'Brevetti' by the boutique Italian (Bologna) company of IPE. These rare chairs feature a dynamic sense of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Rare Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern / Space Age Lounge Chairs by IPE
Rare Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern / Space Age Lounge Chairs by IPE

Rare Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern / Space Age Lounge Chairs by IPE

H 34 in W 27 in D 31.5 in
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Burnt Orange
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. This color is supremely rare. Chair signed and guaranteed authentic.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Burnt Orange
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Burnt Orange

Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Burnt Orange

H 33 in W 33 in D 33 in
Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chair for Helsinki School of Arts, 1970s
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare chair, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro, 1970s. Wood with metal legs. Space age style. Designed for
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1970s Finnish Space Age Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chair for Helsinki School of Arts, 1970s
Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chair for Helsinki School of Arts, 1970s

Rare Yrjö Kukkapuro Chair for Helsinki School of Arts, 1970s

H 35.24 in W 20.28 in D 21.26 in
Pierre Jeanneret "Box" Desk Chair in Teak
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
-SI-53-A This rare chair is in original as found condition. Only wax and oil have been applied to
Category

1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret "Box" Desk Chair in Teak
Pierre Jeanneret "Box" Desk Chair in Teak

Pierre Jeanneret "Box" Desk Chair in Teak

H 11.42 in W 7.88 in D 7.49 in
Steel Chair Design Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova, 1970s
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in taranto, IT
Rare chair by gastone rinaldi for rimapadova , 1970's Made of chromed tubular steel, very heavy
Category

1970s Italian Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Steel Chair Design Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova, 1970s
Steel Chair Design Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova, 1970s

Steel Chair Design Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova, 1970s

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in
Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
midcentury design. These incredibly rare chairs are perfect for a midcentury internal living room project
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s
Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s

Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s

H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 22.84 in
Arnold Madsen, Lounge chair, model MS-9
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in San Francisco, CA
enlightening shape and form, perfect for reading a book. Rare chair that is both iconic and comfortable.  
Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Arnold Madsen, Lounge chair, model MS-9
Arnold Madsen, Lounge chair, model MS-9

Arnold Madsen, Lounge chair, model MS-9

H 36.5 in W 34.5 in D 36 in
Jacques Adnet Green Leather Chairs, Circa 1950s, France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rare chairs by French architect and Art Deco Modernist designer and icon of luxurious
Category

1950s French Art Deco Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jacques Adnet Green Leather Chairs, Circa 1950s, France
Jacques Adnet Green Leather Chairs, Circa 1950s, France

Jacques Adnet Green Leather Chairs, Circa 1950s, France

H 33.25 in W 17 in D 20 in
Korium KM 3/1 Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 80s Italy
By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli
Located in Landgraaf, NL
thick black leather cushions. Rare chair of the Korium series. High comfort chair and in very good
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather

Korium KM 3/1 Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 80s Italy
Korium KM 3/1 Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 80s Italy

Korium KM 3/1 Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 80s Italy

H 30.32 in W 37.01 in D 33.08 in
Magnificent Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Tufted Sculptural Walnut Scoop Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent pair of restored Adrian Pearsall tufted sculptural walnut scoop chairs. These rare
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Magnificent Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Tufted Sculptural Walnut Scoop Chairs
Magnificent Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Tufted Sculptural Walnut Scoop Chairs

Magnificent Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Tufted Sculptural Walnut Scoop Chairs

H 38 in W 32 in D 30 in
Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in Wilton, CT
rare chair was made in Denmark for Selig around 1955. It was an extremely popular item at that time
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig
Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig

Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig

H 28 in W 22 in D 20 in
Postmodern Brazilian Modern De Couro Black Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By De Couro
Located in Miami, FL
. These rare chairs share similar qualities to the Mario Bellini CAB chairs for Cassina.
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Post-Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Brazilian Modern De Couro Black Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Postmodern Brazilian Modern De Couro Black Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Postmodern Brazilian Modern De Couro Black Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four

H 43 in W 19 in D 19 in
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Model "Vila" by KF, 1930s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Early modernist lounge chair, model "Vila", manufactured by KF, Sweden, 1930s. This rare chair
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Scandinavian Lounge Chair Model "Vila" by KF, 1930s
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Model "Vila" by KF, 1930s

Scandinavian Lounge Chair Model "Vila" by KF, 1930s

H 31.5 in W 24.81 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
By Hans Rudolf Hentschel, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rohé Noordwolde. Rare chair with a beautiful design which is also very comfortable. Good
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s

Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s

H 37.01 in W 33.47 in D 27.56 in
Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Schlegel. A very rare chair. Beech frame and original woven seagrass. Original manufacturer's
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Beech

Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s
Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s

Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s

H 30.32 in W 24.02 in D 27.56 in
Rare Lounge Chair by Groep & for Goed Wonen, Netherlands 1946
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare chair, model A-20, designed by Groep & for Goed Wonen in the Netherlands in 1946. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare Lounge Chair by Groep & for Goed Wonen, Netherlands 1946
Rare Lounge Chair by Groep & for Goed Wonen, Netherlands 1946

Rare Lounge Chair by Groep & for Goed Wonen, Netherlands 1946

H 28.75 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in
Set of Four Vintage Chairs Model "S11 Program", Design Angelo Mangiarotti, 1972
By Sorgente del Mobili, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in taranto, IT
Set of four rare chairs model "s11 program", Sorgente dei Mobili production based on a design by
Category

1970s Italian Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of Four Vintage Chairs Model "S11 Program", Design Angelo Mangiarotti, 1972
Set of Four Vintage Chairs Model "S11 Program", Design Angelo Mangiarotti, 1972

Set of Four Vintage Chairs Model "S11 Program", Design Angelo Mangiarotti, 1972

H 39.38 in W 16.54 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Lucite Lounge Chairs in Rust Mohair
By Milo Baughman, Pace Collection, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
walnut wood rod supports. These magnificent and rare chairs are in the style of Milo Baughman, Vladimir
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Lucite

Pair of Lucite Lounge Chairs in Rust Mohair
Pair of Lucite Lounge Chairs in Rust Mohair

Pair of Lucite Lounge Chairs in Rust Mohair

H 29 in W 31 in D 32 in
Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
This rare chair is one of the original edition produced by master cabinet maker Johannes Hansen
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped

Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped

H 37.21 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Swivel Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent pair of Milo Baughman style rosewood swivel chairs by Selig. These fine and rare chairs
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rare Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Swivel Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Swivel Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Swivel Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

H 25 in W 33 in D 33 in
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Rare Vintage Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of rare vintage chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, all rare vintage chairs available were constructed with great care. Rare vintage chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Rare vintage chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Rare vintage chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Harry Bunnell are consistently popular.

How Much are Rare Vintage Chairs?

Prices for rare vintage chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, rare vintage chairs begin at $553 and can go as high as $19,900, while the average can fetch as much as $2,948.

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.

Questions About Rare Vintage Chairs
  • How old does a chair have to be to be vintage?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • How can I tell if a chair is vintage?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • How can you tell how old a vintage chair is?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • Is my vintage Eames chair real?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.

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