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Brenda Chair without armrests
Brenda Chair without armrests

Brenda Chair without armrests

Located in Ponsacco, IT

Defined by its clean silhouette and soft geometric forms, the chair offers a modern interpretation of minimalist luxury.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4
Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4

By Marcel Breuer

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wear due to time and age of the chairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

2022 Richard Schultz for CondeHouse Slat Chair in Ebonized Wood and Aluminum
2022 Richard Schultz for CondeHouse Slat Chair in Ebonized Wood and Aluminum

2022 Richard Schultz for CondeHouse Slat Chair in Ebonized Wood and Aluminum

By Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The chair shows minimal wear from previous use and overall is in very good to excellent condition.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

System 1-2-3 chair by Verner Panton for VERPAN (Per Chair)
System 1-2-3 chair by Verner Panton for VERPAN (Per Chair)

System 1-2-3 chair by Verner Panton for VERPAN (Per Chair)

By Verner Panton

Located in Centreville, VA

The System 1-2-3 Chair, designed by Verner Panton in the early 1970s, is a striking example of his experimental approach to form, color, and comfort.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

English Tufted Leather Side Chair
English Tufted Leather Side Chair

English Tufted Leather Side Chair

Located in New York, NY

English tufted leather side chair. The chair has rolled arms, heavy tufted back with solid walnut legs.

Category

Vintage 1970s English Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Osvaldo Borsani Red "P40" Lounge Chair for Tecno, 1950 Italy
Osvaldo Borsani Red "P40" Lounge Chair for Tecno, 1950 Italy

Osvaldo Borsani Red "P40" Lounge Chair for Tecno, 1950 Italy

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in The Hague, NL

The brass details and red Tecno logo are present on both sides of the chair.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Red
Set of 2 Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Red

Set of 2 Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Red

By Konstantin Grcic, Magis

Located in Alcamo, IT

The legs are made of aluminium and finished in the same color as the seat, reinforcing the chair’s graphic and architectural character.

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Purple
Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Purple

Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Purple

By Konstantin Grcic, Magis

Located in Alcamo, IT

The legs are made of aluminium and finished in the same color as the seat, reinforcing the chair’s graphic and architectural character.

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Blush
Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Blush

Set of 2 chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Blush

By Konstantin Grcic, Magis

Located in Alcamo, IT

The legs are made of aluminium and finished in the same color as the seat, reinforcing the chair’s graphic and architectural character.

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - White
Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - White

Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - White

By Magis, Konstantin Grcic

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Magis Design: Konstantin Grcic Model: Chair One Chair One is a stackable chair designed by Konstantin Grcic for Magis, widely recognized as one of the most iconic examples of...

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Black
Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Black

Stackable chair Magis Chair One design Konstantin Grcic - Black

By Magis, Konstantin Grcic

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Magis Design: Konstantin Grcic Model: Chair One Chair One is a stackable chair designed by Konstantin Grcic for Magis, widely recognized as one of the most iconic examples of...

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Skirted Dining Room Chair with Loose Cushions and Wheels
Modern Skirted Dining Room Chair with Loose Cushions and Wheels

Modern Skirted Dining Room Chair with Loose Cushions and Wheels

By The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

The chairs shown feature a skirt with neat pleated edges, a low back and loose seat cushion.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Antique Regency Carved Mahogany Country House Shield Back Hall Chairs 1825
Pair Antique Regency Carved Mahogany Country House Shield Back Hall Chairs 1825

Pair Antique Regency Carved Mahogany Country House Shield Back Hall Chairs 1825

Located in Portland, OR

A good pair of antique carved mahogany Georgian Regency country house hall chairs, circa 1825. The chairs are made of the finest solid mahogany, the backs are very well carved with r...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Cantilever Visitor Side Chairs, Signed Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Cantilever Visitor Side Chairs, Signed Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Cantilever Visitor Side Chairs, Signed Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1970s

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Beirut, LB

Only the genuine early Matteo Grassi chairs, have the vertical imprint on the back left side, the late version have horizontal imprint down in the middle of the back side of the chai...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

EA178 Loose Cushion Arm Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
EA178 Loose Cushion Arm Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller

EA178 Loose Cushion Arm Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

We reupholstered and refoamed the loose cushion in a nubby brown/white boucle but kept the chair fabric original.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Mid Century Dining Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s
Mid Century Dining Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s

Mid Century Dining Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s

By GF Modern, David Rowland

Located in Beograd, RS

(GF) in the US and later by Howe. The chair you see in this listing are by GF.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Ammannati & Vitelli "Tuonela" Club chairs for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy 1967
Ammannati & Vitelli "Tuonela" Club chairs for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy 1967

Ammannati & Vitelli "Tuonela" Club chairs for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy 1967

By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli, Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

The name of the series, Tuonela, refers to the enclosed, embracing character of the chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary Julien Chair With Patterned Fabric
Contemporary Julien Chair With Patterned Fabric

Contemporary Julien Chair With Patterned Fabric

Located in Freamunde, PT

The chair’s sophisticated silhouette features a gracefully contoured open back that adds a touch of visual intrigue while ensuring a light and airy feel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass

Pair of 19th Century Glastonbury Chairs in Oak
Pair of 19th Century Glastonbury Chairs in Oak

Pair of 19th Century Glastonbury Chairs in Oak

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A pair of 19th century Glastonbury chairs in oak The glastonbury chair has been made from the 15th century onwards, and it is rare to find matching pair These are a good example,...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Leather and Brich, 1950s
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Leather and Brich, 1950s

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Leather and Brich, 1950s

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The leather is preserved in its original state, displaying an aged patina and tufted detailing that add texture and depth, while signs of wear reflect the chairs’ vintage character.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Niels Otto Møller Chair Model 56 in Teak & Papercord, 1960s Denmark
Niels Otto Møller Chair Model 56 in Teak & Papercord, 1960s Denmark

Niels Otto Møller Chair Model 56 in Teak & Papercord, 1960s Denmark

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Balen, BE

The chair's clean sculptural lines and refined proportions make this chair into one of the best designs by Niels Otto Møller.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Dark Green Industrial Workshop Chair, 1950s
Dark Green Industrial Workshop Chair, 1950s

Dark Green Industrial Workshop Chair, 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

The weight of the chair is 8 kg. Dimensions: Total height : 85 - 95 cm Seat height : 46 - 58 cm Seat : 40 x 36 cm Backrest : 37 x 17 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash
2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash

2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The chair measures 20.5 inches deep, 20 inches wide, and 32.2 inches high, with. a seat height of 18.1 inches.

Category

2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

De Sede Brown Leather Patchwork Seventies Lounge Chair
De Sede Brown Leather Patchwork Seventies Lounge Chair

De Sede Brown Leather Patchwork Seventies Lounge Chair

By De Sede

Located in Antwerp, BE

A comfortable soft leather lounge chair from the seventies that differs from the average De Sede chairs its own character created by the accent of the patchwork makes the chair in yo...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Easy Chair in Cane, Fabric and Rattan by Franco Albini, 1950s
Easy Chair in Cane, Fabric and Rattan by Franco Albini, 1950s

Easy Chair in Cane, Fabric and Rattan by Franco Albini, 1950s

By Franco Albini

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

A defining visual feature of the chair is its original red cushion, which contrasts vividly with the subdued earth tones of the rattan.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Rattan

1of22 Mid Century Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s
1of22 Mid Century Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s

1of22 Mid Century Chairs 40/4 by David Rowland for GF Furniture, USA 1960s

By GF Modern, David Rowland

Located in Beograd, RS

(GF) in the US and later by Howe. The chair you see in this listing are by GF.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Cadeira Chair by Macheia
Cadeira Chair by Macheia

Cadeira Chair by Macheia

Located in Geneve, CH

The rhythm of the metal elements of the chair is set by the stitches from the technique.

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Other, Iron

Italy Ghidini 1961 Pair Brass Dining Chairs Contemporary Design
Italy Ghidini 1961 Pair Brass Dining Chairs Contemporary Design

Italy Ghidini 1961 Pair Brass Dining Chairs Contemporary Design

By Ghidini 1961

Located in Brescia, IT

The design of this iconic Ghidini 1961 chair was inspired by the Californian coastline.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Sculptural Memory Cathedral Swivel Chairs in Grey Velvet by Selig
Pair of Sculptural Memory Cathedral Swivel Chairs in Grey Velvet by Selig

Pair of Sculptural Memory Cathedral Swivel Chairs in Grey Velvet by Selig

By Selig

Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

The chairs have a memory swivel, the chairs automatically return into a centered position after getting up.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Pine Folding Chairs, in the Style of Rainer Daumiller 1970s
Scandinavian Modern Pine Folding Chairs, in the Style of Rainer Daumiller 1970s

Scandinavian Modern Pine Folding Chairs, in the Style of Rainer Daumiller 1970s

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in Almelo, NL

Scandinavian Modern Pine Folding Chairs, in the Style of Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, Denmark, 1970s This set of four Scandinavian Modern folding chairs embodies the clea...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Dining Chair Mod.412, Italy, 1978
Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Dining Chair Mod.412, Italy, 1978

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Dining Chair Mod.412, Italy, 1978

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Naples, IT

This iconic design by Mario Bellini for Cassina, circa 1970s, features the original caramel-colored leather. The bottom of the chairs bears the inscription - Cassina.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair Jay Spectre Lounge Chairs
Pair Jay Spectre Lounge Chairs

Pair Jay Spectre Lounge Chairs

By Jay Spectre

Located in New York, NY

Pair Jay Spectre lounge chairs. The chairs are upholstered in a faux curly lamb fur.

Category

Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair in Solid Beechwood & Raw Cotton Canvas
Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair in Solid Beechwood & Raw Cotton Canvas

Italian Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair in Solid Beechwood & Raw Cotton Canvas

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer this distinctive Mid-Century Modern folding chair, a refined interpretation of the iconic Italian Renaissance Savonarola chair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Beech

Four Chairs by Joseph Andre Motte, France, 1950s
Four Chairs by Joseph Andre Motte, France, 1950s

Four Chairs by Joseph Andre Motte, France, 1950s

By Joseph-André Motte

Located in Echt, NL

Set of four chairs in very good condition. Designed by Joseph Andre Motte in the 1950s The chairs can be used separately but can also be combined to form a four-seat sofa.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Claste for the Love of Solitude Small Chair in Glass with Cararra Giao Marble
Claste for the Love of Solitude Small Chair in Glass with Cararra Giao Marble

Claste for the Love of Solitude Small Chair in Glass with Cararra Giao Marble

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The minimal nature of the design and the simplicity of the form creates a chair that can disappear into the background or provide a more prominent silhouette when using bronzed glass...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chairs

Materials

Marble

Dentist Chair Type III, Series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France, ca 1920
Dentist Chair Type III, Series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France, ca 1920

Dentist Chair Type III, Series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France, ca 1920

Located in Delft, NL

A dentist chair Type III, series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France ca. 1920 The heavy chair has the color in a mahogany look with gold line.

Category

Early 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Metal

MDF Italia Customizable Edo Chair by Tommaso Caldera
MDF Italia Customizable Edo Chair by Tommaso Caldera

MDF Italia Customizable Edo Chair by Tommaso Caldera

By MDF Italia

Located in New York, NY

The Edo chair collection is an ode to traditional craftsmanship.

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Ash

Chair by Pieter De Bruyne 1960
Chair by Pieter De Bruyne 1960

Chair by Pieter De Bruyne 1960

By Pieter De Bruyne

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The chair is made of wood with a seat and back in cognac colored leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Elegant Oversized Champagne Damask Club Chair
Elegant Oversized Champagne Damask Club Chair

Elegant Oversized Champagne Damask Club Chair

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Two large flanged toss pillows accompany the chair. Dimensions: 36.5” wide by 37.5” deep by 36.5” high.

Category

20th Century Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ivory Painted and Carved French Arm Chairs
Pair of Ivory Painted and Carved French Arm Chairs

Pair of Ivory Painted and Carved French Arm Chairs

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A pair of ivory and painted French bergeres chairs. The Louis XV style arm chairs are painted antique white and carved with floral details at the chair frame back, apron and cabriole...

Category

20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Solid Maple Side Chair by Ansager, Denmark
Solid Maple Side Chair by Ansager, Denmark

Solid Maple Side Chair by Ansager, Denmark

By Ansager Møbler 1

Located in Dronten, NL

Executed entirely in solid maple, the chair showcases the wood’s fine, even grain and warm, luminous tone.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

All Black Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4
All Black Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4

All Black Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer Set of 4

By Marcel Breuer

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wear due to time and age of the chairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Mint Aluminium Seat
Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Mint Aluminium Seat

Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Mint Aluminium Seat

By Magis

Located in Alcamo, IT

In this swivel version, the chair features a self-return mechanism that allows the seat to rotate and automatically return to its original position—ideal for both residential and con...

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Cement, Aluminum

1950s Bistro Chair In Oak By Ton, Czechoslovakia
1950s Bistro Chair In Oak By Ton, Czechoslovakia

1950s Bistro Chair In Oak By Ton, Czechoslovakia

Located in Zohor, SK

Beautifully restored vintage bistro chair produced by TON in Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Purple Aluminium Seat
Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Purple Aluminium Seat

Swivel chair Magis Chair_One - Natural Concrete Base & Purple Aluminium Seat

By Magis

Located in Alcamo, IT

In this swivel version, the chair features a self-return mechanism, allowing the seat to rotate and automatically return to its original position—ideal for both residential and contr...

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Cement, Aluminum

Set Hepplewhite Dining Chairs Marquetry Inlay
Set Hepplewhite Dining Chairs Marquetry Inlay

Set Hepplewhite Dining Chairs Marquetry Inlay

Located in Potters Bar, GB

The Seats Being of a Stuff Over Form (very comfortable) the Backs of The Chairs are of a Shield Form and Feature Marquetry Inlays.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Two Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chairs, no 4130, in Teak, with Rare Provenance.
Two Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chairs, no 4130, in Teak, with Rare Provenance.

Two Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chairs, no 4130, in Teak, with Rare Provenance.

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Two Grand Prix chair no. 4130 in teak, with rare provenance. The chair, originally known as Model 3130, was first introduced in 1957 at the Milan Triennale.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Teak

Mid-Century High Back Lounge Gentleman Chair in Teddy Upholstery The Netherlands
Mid-Century High Back Lounge Gentleman Chair in Teddy Upholstery The Netherlands

Mid-Century High Back Lounge Gentleman Chair in Teddy Upholstery The Netherlands

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Gentleman Chair in Teddy Upholstery, The Netherlands, 1960s This striking mid-century modern lounge chair, produced in the Netherlands in the 196...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neo-renaissance Side Chairs in oak with rush seats, France 1910s
Pair of Neo-renaissance Side Chairs in oak with rush seats, France 1910s

Pair of Neo-renaissance Side Chairs in oak with rush seats, France 1910s

Located in Beograd, RS

The chairs were made in France, cca. 1910s. The chairs are in good antique condition with some signs of time and use.

Category

Vintage 1910s French Renaissance Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Chair Corner Swedish Leather Rustic Sweden
Chair Corner Swedish Leather Rustic Sweden

Chair Corner Swedish Leather Rustic Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Chair Swedish leather 1775-1790 Sweden. Made during the transition between the Rococo period and Gustavian period.

Category

Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Chairs

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Thor Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the thor chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, every thor chair was constructed with great care. Find 3166 options for an antique or vintage thor chair now, or shop our selection of 184 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a thor chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A thor chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and The Tailored Home each produced at least one beautiful thor chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Thor Chair?

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