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Set of Six Pascal Mourgue for Artelano Rio Side or Dining Chairs France 1990s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the early 1990s. Simple and understated yet curvy and sexy, the Rio chairs are made of black enameled
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Set of Eight Pascal Mourgue for Artelano Rio Side or Dining Chairs France 1990s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the early 1990s. Simple and understated yet curvy and sexy, the Rio chairs are made of black enameled
Category

1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Pair of Black Pascal Mourgue for Artelano Rio Side or Dining Chairs France 1990s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
early 1990s. Simple and understated yet curvy and sexy, the Rio chairs are made of black enameled curved
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Enamel

21st Century Rio Chair in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
By Gianfranco Ferre Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
An elegant silhouette and clean lines for the new Rio chair. The contrast between the slim
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather, Fabric

Rare lounge chair, Artelano and Samuel Coriat, France, Circa 1986
Located in PARIS, FR
others: the Atlantique console, the Colonnades bookcase and the Rio chair by Pascal Mourgue, the Paris
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Late 20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Ib Kofod-Larsen Dinning Chairs In Rio Rosewood
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Kastrup, DK
A rare set of six dinning chairs designed by the Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen. Manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Chaise Longue "Rio", by Oscar Niemeyer et Ana Maria Niemeyer (Attributed)
By Anna Maria Niemeyer, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in PARIS, FR
Originally designed in 1978 by Oscar Niemeyer and his daughter Anna Maria Niemeyer, the "Rio
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Wood, Plywood

Joaquim Tenreiro, Set of 8 Chairs Variant of the “Cadeira baixa para quarto”
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
, ediçoes Bolsa de Arte, Rio de Janeiro 1998. Pages 27 (similar estructure) 96, 97 (lounge chair version
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Jacaranda

Supra Chair by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Supra chair by Mameluca Material:Copper plated steel, leather, Assorted fabrics Dimensions: D110x
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Supra Chair by Mameluca
Supra Chair by Mameluca
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 43.31 in
Hedonê Chair by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Hedonê chair by Mameluca Material: Corian, Stainless steel Dimensions: D65 x W85 x H95 cm The
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hedonê Chair by Mameluca
Hedonê Chair by Mameluca
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 25.6 in
Set of 2 Hedonê Chairs by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Hedonê chairs by Mameluca Material: corian, stainless steel Dimensions: D 65 x W 85 x H 95
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 2 Hedonê Chairs by Mameluca
Set of 2 Hedonê Chairs by Mameluca
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 25.6 in
Organic Shape Chair by Moveis Cimo, Brazil 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Whitstable, GB
Small curved chair with organic shaped ivory wood base, 'Pau Marfim'. Brazil, 1950s. The wooden
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Organic Shape Chair by Moveis Cimo, Brazil 1950s
Organic Shape Chair by Moveis Cimo, Brazil 1950s
H 29.93 in W 22.05 in D 30.71 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by
Located in London, GB
Campo and Carlo Graffi. These quality chairs have Rio rosewood veneer and brass studs. They are light
Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by
H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Contemporary Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Ricardo Graham Ferreira
By Ricardo Graham Ferreira
Located in Nova Friburgo, RJ
This contemporary chair is a three legged comfortable and elegant piece of fine crafted furniture
Category

2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood, Hardwood

José Zanine Caldas - MÓVEIS ARTÍSTICOS Z Chair, Brazil, 1960s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
This beautiful and very rare chair is attributed to José Zanine Caldas and his company Móveis
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Brazilian Rosewood Chairs by FAI 'Fatima Arquitetura Interiores', Midcentury
By Fatima Architects
Located in New York, NY
Designed by FAI, modern Brazilian chairs made of Rosewood, with nubby fabric. Made in Brazil, in
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

José Zanine Caldas Hand-Sculpted Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Waalwijk, NL
José Zanine Caldas, hand-sculpted chair, Brazilian hardwood (Vinhático), Brazil, 1980s This
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Vintage 1980s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Series Of Four Scandinavian Chairs - Vejle Mobelfabrik - Rosewood - Ca 1960
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of four vintage Scandinavian chairs produced by Vejle Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. Work in solid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Curva Dining Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Soho, London, GB
Set of 4 Curva dining chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro manufactured by Tenreiro Movèis & Decorações
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Set of 4 Curva Dining Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro
Set of 4 Curva Dining Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro
H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 16.93 in
José Zanine Caldas Hand-Carved ‘Pilão’ Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Waalwijk, NL
José Zanine Caldas, hand-sculpted chair, model ‘Pilão’, Brazilian hardwood, Brazil, 1975 This
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs by Fatima Arquitetura Interiores 'FAI', 1960s
By Fatima Architects
Located in New York, NY
This set of six Rosewood chairs was manufactured by Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI) in the
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs by FAI 'Fatima Arquitetura Interiores', 1960s
By Fatima Architects
Located in New York, NY
large slats that compose the chairs’ structure show the beautiful tones of Rosewood. Fatima
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs by Fatima Arquitetura Interiores 'FAI', 1960s
By Fatima Architects
Located in New York, NY
This set of eight Freijo wood chairs was manufactured by Fatima Arquitetura Interiores (FAI) in the
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Pair of Wrought Iron chairs by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Whitstable, GB
Awesome unique chairs by Zanine! In true 1950s style, these rare and unique pieces are
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tubo Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Tubo Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 58 x W 62 x H 76 cm Materials: Steel, Upholstery. Weight: 11,5kg
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Tubo Chair by Wentz
Tubo Chair by Wentz
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 22.84 in
Set of 6 ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Brazilian Midcentury Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Lucio chair is an icon of Brazilian design, made with a solid wood structure, originally
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Rosewood

Set of 8 ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, Rosewood, Brazilian Midcentury Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The Lucio chair is an icon of Brazilian design, made with a solid wood structure, originally
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Rosewood

Set of 8 Rosewood ‘Lucio' Chairs, Sergio Rodrigues, 1956, Brazilian Midcentury
By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil
Located in New York, NY
The Lucio chair is an icon of Brazilian design, made with a solid wood structure, originally
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Rosewood

Postmodern Plywood Stacking Chairs with Bended Steel Back Legs for Ikea, 1990s
By IKEA
Located in Den Haag, ZH
have been inspired by the Ligne Roset RIO dining chairs by Pascal and Olivier Mourgue. Both designs
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Brazilian Modern Chairs in Hardwood & Cane by Alexandre Rapoport, 1960s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this pair of midcentury modern chairs made in Brazilian Rosewood, known as
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian Modern 4 Chair Set in Hardwood, Cane, Leather, Joaquim Tenreiro 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern four chair set made in Brazilian Rosewood, Leather and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Hardwood

Contemporary Reta Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Alê Jordão, Brazil
By Alê Jordão
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary one of a kind "Reta" chair from "Cars never die" collection by Brazilian Artist Alê
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Angel Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Alê Jordão, Brazil
By Alê Jordão
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary One of a Kind "Angel" Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Brazilian Artist Alê
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Canoa Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Canoa Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 140 x W 95 x H 58 cm Materials: Steel, Wood, Upholstery
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Canoa Lounge Chair by Wentz
Canoa Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 22.84 in W 37.41 in D 55.12 in
Contemporary Fusca Chair from "Cars Never Die" Collection by Alê Jordão, Brazil
By Alê Jordão
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary one-of-a-kind "Fusca" chair from "Cars never die" collection by Brazilian Artist Alê
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Neils Otto Moller Dining Chairs Mod 82, Set of 8 in Rosewood Denmark 1960
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 8 chairs in rio Palisander and leather by Niels Otto Moller for J.L. Mollers Denmark Model
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Palisander, Rosewood

Chairs by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s, Set of 24
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
A high quality of curved laminated wooden stacking chairs with woven wool upholstery in olive green
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

White Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
White Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 64 x W 60 x H 67 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cane
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

White Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
White Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Green Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 64 x W 60 x H 67 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cane
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Green Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
Green Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Brown Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Brown Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 64 x W 60 x H 67 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cane
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Brown Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
Brown Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Black Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 64 x W 60 x H 67 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cane
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Black Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
Black Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Rare NV45 Easy Chair in Brazilian rosewood
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model NV 45 - Rare easy chair in Rio rosewood (Brazilian rosewood) and new, light 'Savak' wool with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Rare NV45 Easy Chair in Brazilian rosewood
Rare NV45 Easy Chair in Brazilian rosewood
H 32.68 in W 27.17 in D 30.32 in
Black Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 75 x W 75 x H 101 cm Materials: Tauari Wood, Cotton
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Plywood

Black Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
Black Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 39.77 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Bleached Tauari Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Bleached Tauari Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 64 x W 60 x H 67 cm Materials: Tauari
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bleached Tauari Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
Bleached Tauari Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 26.38 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Bleached Tauari Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Bleached Tauari Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz Dimensions: D 75 x W 75 x H 101 cm Materials: Tauari
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Plywood

Bleached Tauari Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
Bleached Tauari Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
H 39.77 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Caribe Chic Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Caribe chic lounge chair by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated tubular
Category

2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Caribe Chic Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Caribe Chic Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
H 28.35 in W 25.87 in D 24.61 in
Mid century rosewood lounge chair by Gelli, Brazil 1950s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in ECHT, NL
Fully restored mid century modern lounge chair. Made by Gelli industry de móveis in the 1950s. The
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Pair of Brazilian Modern Fiberglass Lounge Chairs, circa 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible pair of fiberglass lounge chairs were sourced in Rio, Brazil and recently imported
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

'Odilon' Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Odilon lounge chair is a robust and elegant piece of furniture that embodies the distinctive
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Distrópica, Lounge Chair by Brunno Jahara, Matteo Guarnaccia & Dimitrih Correa
By Brunno Jahara
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The research of Cross Cultural Chairs in Brazil, was conducted in Rio de Janeiro where Matteo
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2010s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Rua Ipanema Lounge Chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Textured Wool
By George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg
Located in Toronto, ON
Rio de Janeiro trades in curves, from Oscar Niemeyer’s architecture to the signature design of its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Exceptional Pair of Brazilian Lounge Chairs by Móveis Cimo, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Echt, NL
Exceptional pair of restored Brazilian lounge chairs in excellent condition. Manufactured by
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rocking Chair by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1947, Brazilian Rosewood, Mid-Century Modern
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Houston, TX
Emanating from the creative genius of Joaquim Tenreiro, this circa 1947 rocking chair embodies an
Category

Vintage 1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

'Paraty´ Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Paraty lounge chairs reflect the design principles of the Brazilian architect and designer
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Rare "Aran" Lounge Chair Oscar Niemeyer, 1970s
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Rare "Aran" Lounge chair by Oscar Niemeyer, 1975. "Oscar Niemeyer made
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Hans Bratturd Scandia Rosewood Lounge Chair and Footstool
By Hans Brattrud
Located in London, GB
A sculptural 1960's "Scandia" lounge chair and footstool in Rio rosewood by Hans Brattrud for
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Eames Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller, United States, 1957
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Antwerp, BE
Eames lounge chair with ottoman, designed by the iconic duo Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
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Antique 1850s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Brazilian Modernist Club Chairs by Móveis Cimo, a Pair, circa 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of Brazilian modernist chairs by Móveis Cimo, circa late 1950s. Sculpturally crafted from
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Minimalist Brazilian Handcrafted Lounge Chair ''an Life'' by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The lounge chair was designed and first produced in 2015 when the designer lived in Dublin, being a
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Plywood

Set of 2 Caribe Chic Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Caribe chic lounge chair by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated
Category

2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Find many varieties of an authentic the rio chair available at 1stDibs. A the rio chair — often made from wood, rosewood and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 339 variations of the antique or vintage the rio chair you’re looking for, while we also have 56 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect the rio chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each the rio chair bearing mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made the rio chair over the years, but those crafted by Sergio Rodrigues, Joaquim Tenreiro and Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a The Rio Chair?

A the rio chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,524, while the lowest priced sells for $235 and the highest can go for as much as $650,000.

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 The Rio Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Timeless chairs are generally furnishings that are considered iconic designs and remain in demand year after year. These are objects that have been produced in multiples and have earned landmark status in design history. Examples of timeless chairs include the Eames lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wishbone chair by Hans J. Wegner, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    An angel chair can refer to one of two kinds of chairs. The first is a piece created by Fratelli Boffi, featuring a gold leaf-finished wood frame that has a curvy shape similar to angel wings. Another angel chair is a design by Brazilian artist Alê Jordão. Made from repurposed Volkswagen Beetle car parts painted silver, the chair features a dramatically curved back resembling angel wings. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Cromwell chair was a style of chair popular during the Puritan period. The chair features a leather back and seat and is finished with studded brass-headed nails. You’ll find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 5, 2020

    A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Cab chair is a furniture design created by Mario Bellini for the furniture company Cassina. He unveiled the chair in 1977, and it has remained popular since. Its design consists of a tubular steel frame and a cover made of stretched leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mario Bellini Cab chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bucket chair is a tub-like chair for comfortable seating. With a deep seat, one may sink into the cushions and the low supporting back. A bucket chair is also called a tub chair — something entirely different — which helps people bathe in a bathtub. The bucket chairs are a decorative piece of furniture in any house or office. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bucket chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A Murphy chair may refer to wall-mounted seating that saves space in the manner that a Murphy bed might. A Murphy bed attaches to a wall and is lowered by a hinge.