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Rey Chairs By Dietiker

Dietiker Rey Jr, Children Solid Wood Chair in Blue by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Jr, Children Solid Wood Chair in Blue by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Jr, Children Solid Wood Chair in Blue by Bruno Rey

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

Designed by Bruno Rey, the Rey chair is famed internationally for its elegance and style.

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

Designed by Bruno Rey, the Rey chair is famed internationally for its elegance and style.

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Maple, Designed by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Maple, Designed by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Maple, Designed by Bruno Rey

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971. The Rey Junior set includes 4 chairs + 1 table in Maple Beech color.

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Pink, Designed by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Pink, Designed by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Pink, Designed by Bruno Rey

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971. The Rey Junior set includes 4 chairs + 1 table in Candy color.

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Green, Designed by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Green, Designed by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Green, Designed by Bruno Rey

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971. The Rey Junior set includes 4 chairs + 1 table in Arik Levy Soft Acid 3 Green colo...

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Blue, Designed by Bruno Rey
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Blue, Designed by Bruno Rey

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Blue, Designed by Bruno Rey

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971. The Rey Junior set includes 4 chairs + 1 table in Arik Levy Fresh Light 2 Blue col...

Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s
Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s

Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Basel, BS

These are excellent candidates to purchase if you would like to customize your space in a great, classic Dietiker Bruno Rey chair in any color. Original Label Maker's Mark / Stamp ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Vintage Rey chair by Bruno Rey, 1971
Vintage Rey chair by Bruno Rey, 1971

Vintage Rey chair by Bruno Rey, 1971

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Athens, Attiki

Vintage Very Red Rey chair designed by Bruno Rey, produced by Dietiker 1971.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Rey Chair Scarlet Red by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, in Collaboration with Hay
Rey Chair Scarlet Red by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, in Collaboration with Hay

Rey Chair Scarlet Red by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, in Collaboration with Hay

By Bruno Rey

Located in Dubai, AE

Based on the original Rey Collection designed by Swiss designer Bruno Rey in 1971, HAY has teamed up with Dietiker to relaunch the Rey Chair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood

1970s Postmodern Stackable Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 3
1970s Postmodern Stackable Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 3

1970s Postmodern Stackable Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 3

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Basel, BS

Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Quadro Chairs by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin for Dietiker, Switzerland, 1980s
Quadro Chairs by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin for Dietiker, Switzerland, 1980s

Quadro Chairs by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin for Dietiker, Switzerland, 1980s

By Charles Polin, Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Almelo, NL

Quadro chairs by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin For Dietiker, Switzerland 1989.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Quadro Chair by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin, Set of 4
Quadro Chair by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin, Set of 4

Quadro Chair by Bruno Rey & Charles Polin, Set of 4

By Dietiker, Charles Polin, Bruno Rey

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

Designed in 1989 by Swiss most renowned designer Bruno Rey in collaborator with Charles Polin, this classic chair has its timeless characteristic from its square lines , and it’s fin...

Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

High stool by Bruno Rey, circa 1971
High stool by Bruno Rey, circa 1971

High stool by Bruno Rey, circa 1971

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of high stools with backrest, model Rey Chair by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. The solid beech structure is lacquered white, and the seat covered with white imitation leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

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Bruno Rey Chairs by Dietiker, Switzerland, 1970s
Bruno Rey Chairs by Dietiker, Switzerland, 1970s

Bruno Rey Chairs by Dietiker, Switzerland, 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in

Bruno Rey Chairs by Dietiker, Switzerland, 1970s

By Bruno Rey

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

Rey chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. In perfect condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Bruno Rey Dietiker Vintage Chair Post-Modern Beechwood Switzerland
Bruno Rey Dietiker Vintage Chair Post-Modern Beechwood Switzerland

Bruno Rey Dietiker Vintage Chair Post-Modern Beechwood Switzerland

By Kusch+Co, Bruno Rey

Located in Alsdorf, NW

Beautiful vintage stacking chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. The chairs are in a nice and warm beechwood.

Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Series of 6 Rey chairs by Dietiker, circa 1971
Series of 6 Rey chairs by Dietiker, circa 1971

Series of 6 Rey chairs by Dietiker, circa 1971

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H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in

Series of 6 Rey chairs by Dietiker, circa 1971

By Dietiker

Located in LYON, FR

Very beautiful series of 6 chairs from the Rey collection by Dietiker from 1971.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker
Set of Six Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

Set of Six Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful solid lacquered beechwood stacking chairs joined by cast steel connectors. Good original condition with visible wear. Set price.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker
6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

Available are 6 original Bruno Rey chairs. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker 1971, Set of 4
Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker 1971, Set of 4

Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker 1971, Set of 4

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H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Rey Chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker 1971, Set of 4

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Set of Rey chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker in Switzerland during the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of 6 Iconic Rey Chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Switzerland 1970s
Set of 6 Iconic Rey Chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Switzerland 1970s

Set of 6 Iconic Rey Chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Switzerland 1970s

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Beograd, RS

They were designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. Manufacturer's label is attached to the bottom of each chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Set 1970 "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker
Vintage Set 1970 "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

Vintage Set 1970 "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

On offer is a set of 3-legged Ray stools from the 1970s. Designed by Bruno Rey and Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Two Bruno Rey Chairs in Beech Wood circa 1970 by Dietiker with Original Cushion
Two Bruno Rey Chairs in Beech Wood circa 1970 by Dietiker with Original Cushion

Two Bruno Rey Chairs in Beech Wood circa 1970 by Dietiker with Original Cushion

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A set of original Bruno Rey chairs cirac 1970. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 2
Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 2

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 2

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of iconic "Rey Chair" model chairs, designed by the renowned Swiss designer Bruno Rey.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4
Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Set of four chairs, "Rey Chair" model, crafted from dark stained beech wood.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4
Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4

Vintage chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker Switzerland, Set of 4

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Set of four chairs by Bruno Rey in solid varnished beech wood.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of six chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker, Switzerland, circa 1971
Set of six chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker, Switzerland, circa 1971

Set of six chairs by Bruno Rey, Dietiker, Switzerland, circa 1971

By Bruno Rey

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Set of six chairs by Bruno Rey, a variation of the Rey Chair model.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

Bruno Rey Vintage Chairs by Dietiker, Beech Frame and Covered in Boucle Seat
Bruno Rey Vintage Chairs by Dietiker, Beech Frame and Covered in Boucle Seat

Bruno Rey Vintage Chairs by Dietiker, Beech Frame and Covered in Boucle Seat

By Bruno Rey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage beechwood "Rey" chairs designed by Bruno Rey for Swiss manufacturer Dietiker in 1971.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

14x Bruno Rey Iconic Dining Chair by Kusch & Co in 1971 Solid Beech + Stackable
14x Bruno Rey Iconic Dining Chair by Kusch & Co in 1971 Solid Beech + Stackable

14x Bruno Rey Iconic Dining Chair by Kusch & Co in 1971 Solid Beech + Stackable

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey, Kusch+Co

Located in Munster, NRW

With its distinctively rounded edges and curved backrest, it was the first chair to be patented with Dietiker’s unique screwless wood-to-metal connection and has become one of the mo...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

1960s Pair of Bruno Rey Dining, Side Chairs for Dietiker
1960s Pair of Bruno Rey Dining, Side Chairs for Dietiker

1960s Pair of Bruno Rey Dining, Side Chairs for Dietiker

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1960s pair of Bruno Rey dining – side chairs for Dietiker. This is an early pair of Bruno Rey chairs produced by the Swiss maker Dietiker.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of High Back Leather Armchairs, by Bruno Rey for Dietiker
Pair of High Back Leather Armchairs, by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

Pair of High Back Leather Armchairs, by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

By Robert and Trix Haussmann

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of Scandinavian modern styled armed lounge chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. Designed in mid-1960's with continued manufacturing.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set 1970 Bruno Rey Chairs in Beechwood by Dietiker
Set 1970 Bruno Rey Chairs in Beechwood by Dietiker

Set 1970 Bruno Rey Chairs in Beechwood by Dietiker

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H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 17.33 in

Set 1970 Bruno Rey Chairs in Beechwood by Dietiker

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A set of original Bruno Rey chairs circa 1970. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Light Wood by Dietiker
4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Light Wood by Dietiker

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Light Wood by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A set of 4. Original Bruno Rey chairs. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker
6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

6 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

Available are 6 original Bruno Rey chairs. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Natural Beech Wood by Dietiker
4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Natural Beech Wood by Dietiker

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Natural Beech Wood by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A set of 4. original Bruno Rey chairs. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker
4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

4 Vintage Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood Wood by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

Set of 4 dark wood Chairs by Bruno Rey These Swiss design classics have been a staple of Swiss interiors since 1971. Its minimal, rounded, and timeless shape has never gone out of s...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Pair of Rare "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker
Pair of Rare "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

Pair of Rare "Rey" 3 Legged Stacking Stools in Oak by Bruno Rey for Dietiker

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Rümmingen, BW

On offer is a set of rare 3-legged Ray stools from the 70s. Designed by Bruno Rey and Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

4 Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood with Green Leather Seat by Dietiker
4 Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood with Green Leather Seat by Dietiker

4 Bruno Rey Dining Chairs in Dark Wood with Green Leather Seat by Dietiker

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A set of 4. original Bruno Rey chairs. Made by Dietiker in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Leather

70s Postmodern Upholsted Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6
70s Postmodern Upholsted Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

70s Postmodern Upholsted Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Basel, BS

Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1970s Postmodern Leather Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6
1970s Postmodern Leather Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

1970s Postmodern Leather Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Basel, BS

Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

70s Red Solid Wooden Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6
70s Red Solid Wooden Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

70s Red Solid Wooden Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6

By Dietiker, Bruno Rey

Located in Basel, BS

Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century, Rey Natural Dinning Chair Model 3300 by Bruno Rey in 1971
Mid-Century, Rey Natural Dinning Chair Model 3300 by Bruno Rey in 1971

Mid-Century, Rey Natural Dinning Chair Model 3300 by Bruno Rey in 1971

By Bruno Rey, Dietiker

Located in Gardena, CA

Suite of six Rey Chair model in varnished solid beech Manufacturer's label under the seat Manufacturer: Dietiker & Co in Stein am Rhein, circa 1971 good conditions ; some wear...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

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