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Late 18th Century Transition Chairs in Original Color
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of transition chairs made in Stockholm about 1780:s. Chairs that are made between the rococo
Category

Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Birch

18th Century Swedish Transitional Chair
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Fine 18th century Swedish transitional Rococo & Gustavian chair with royal proportions, circa 1775
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Transitional Chair
18th Century Swedish Transitional Chair
H 37.01 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
American 18th Century Queen Anne - Chippendale Transitional Maple Side Chair
Located in Wells, ME
American Queen Anne-Chippendale transitional side chair in maple with rush seat, boldly turned
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

Modern Contemporary X Metal Base Lounge Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Showroom New - Contemporary - Modern - Transitional Chair with Metal X-Base in a dark bronze finish
Category

2010s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

French Transition-Style Chair
By CG capelletti
Located in Milan, IT
living room, this French Transition-style chair is a magnificent display of craftsmanship. Fashioned of
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Transition-Style Chair
French Transition-Style Chair
H 39.38 in W 22.05 in D 20.08 in
Transitional Armless Dining Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
This transitional armless dining chair features a toned down cabriole leg. Comes standard with
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen

Transitional Armless Dining Chair
Transitional Armless Dining Chair
H 34.5 in W 20.5 in D 26 in
Transitional Open Back Dining Chair 'Customizable'
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Transitional open back dining chair upholstered in blue and gold vinyl fabric with metallic woven
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Transitional Slipper Chairs in Ivory Mohair, circa 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A set of transitional Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs, completely restored, exposed walnut
Category

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

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

STICKLEY Transitional Style Park City Wing Chair - A
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Transitional style wing back chair by Stickley Furniture, their Park City. Fabric upholstered in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

STICKLEY Transitional Style Park City Wing Chair - B
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Transitional style wing back chair by Stickley Furniture, their Park City. Fabric upholstered in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Restored 1940's Transition Rattan Recliner Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. The chair features an arm style that flows
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Two-Strand "40s Transition" Adjustable Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. The chair features an arm style that flows
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Louis XV Transitional Mahogany and Kingwood Marquetry Burl and Cane Barrel Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Recently refinished French Louis XV country French transitional design between Louis XV and Louis
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Brass

Transitional Wood Dining Chair in Leather or COM/COL from Costantini, Neto
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Neto Transitional wood dining chair in leather or COM/COL from Costantini Design Measures 19" W x
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2010s Argentine Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Transitional Swivel Chair in Velvet Damask and Walnut Veneer
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
This is a new transitional swivel chair that rotates a full 360 degrees. The interior is
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2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

21st Century Olive Green Upholstered Transitional Style Parsons Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Transitional style Parsons chairs, unbranded, similar quality to Lane. Solid wood frame
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Transitional Tripod Lounge Chairs in Wool, circa 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Step back in time with these stunning chairs from the 1950s, carefully restored by Stamford Modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Victorian Art Nouveau Transitional Rosewood Carved Parlor Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Transitional rosewood carved Parlor side chairs - a pair. Item
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Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Restored "40s Transition" 2-Strand Adjustable Back Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chairs. The chairs feature an arm style that
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

original, Geometric, transitional style, art nouveau, bold, modern dining chair
By Sara Hayat Design
Located in Greenwood Village, CO
Meet the Icarus Chair: Elevate Your Space with Distinctive Elegance Introducing the Icarus Chair
Category

2010s Pakistani Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Versatile Walnut and Cream Upholstered Armchair with Nailheads
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A handsome walnut and upholstered armchair, perfect for a desk or extra transitional chair, having
Category

1990s North American Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Transitional Barrel Dining Chair with Skirted Slipcover and Loose Cushion
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Tailored Home exclusive "Old Saybrook" dining chair is shown in our own ecru linen blend
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Down, Wood

Bergere Transition In Gray Lacquered Wood
Located in BARSAC, FR
Very elegant transition armchair in gray lacquered and carved wood decorated with flowers
Category

Antique 1760s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bergere Transition In Gray Lacquered Wood
Bergere Transition In Gray Lacquered Wood
H 37.01 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
Transitional Andrew Gower for Jasper Group Portrait Management Swivel Desk Chair
By Andrew Gower, Jasper Seating Co.
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous transitional style portrait swivel and tilt management desk chair by Jasper Group
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Steel

Restored Two-Strand "1940s Transition" Rattan Chaise Lounge
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This restored two-strand "1940s Transition" rare rattan chaise lounge showcases the craftsmanship
Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Column Chair
By Micah Rosenblatt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
transition into scrolls at the top of the chair, evoking classic ionic columns. The flared seat is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Column Chair
Column Chair
H 42 in W 17.75 in D 16.5 in
Teddy Chair
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Teddy chair is our first official seating piece. The upholstered, tubular legs contour up and
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur

Teddy Chair
Teddy Chair
H 29 in W 37 in D 25.5 in
Tall Column Chair
By Micah Rosenblatt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
transition into scrolls at the top of the chair, evoking classic ionic columns. The flared seat is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Tall Column Chair
Tall Column Chair
H 60 in W 17.75 in D 16.5 in
Boulle-style Chair
By CG capelletti
Located in Milan, IT
A French Transition-style armchair inspired by Charles Boulle woodwork, this stupendous piece will
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Boulle-style Chair
H 35.44 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Minimalist Chair in Hardwood
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Minimalist Chair in Hardwood
Minimalist Chair in Hardwood
H 32.29 in W 19.1 in D 21.26 in
Jacobean Style Side Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Jacobean style side chairs having a rectangular padded back and seat, raised on straight legs
Category

Antique 19th Century Jacobean Chairs

Materials

Wood

Jacobean Style Side Chair
Jacobean Style Side Chair
H 17.33 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Supra Chair by Mameluca
Located in Geneve, CH
Supra chair by Mameluca Material:Copper plated steel, leather, Assorted fabrics Dimensions: D110x
Category

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
Category

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
Layer Chair by Michael Geldmacher
By Billiani 1911
Located in Milan, IT
an open compass. Featuring smooth transitions between materials and parts, the Layer Chair was
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Layer Chair by Michael Geldmacher
Layer Chair by Michael Geldmacher
H 29.93 in W 21.46 in D 21.86 in
Modern St Timothy Chair Cantilever Chairs Chrome Rectangle Tube & Black Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful pair of modern St. Timothy Chair Company chrome rectangular tube and black leather
Category

1990s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Dino Folding Chair by Tonuccidesign
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
A revisitation of the traditional folding chair and an homage to Dino Gavina who brought this
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2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dino Folding Chair by Tonuccidesign
Dino Folding Chair by Tonuccidesign
H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 20.08 in
Kodak Leather Chair, Jesse Sanderson
By Jesse Sanderson
Located in Geneve, CH
Kodak leather chair, Jesse Sanderson, WDSTCK Studio Artist: Jesse Sanderson Material: Steel frame
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Kodak Leather Chair, Jesse Sanderson
Kodak Leather Chair, Jesse Sanderson
H 34.26 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in
Garcon Chair in Black Nubuck Leather
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Garcon Chair is more than steel and leather, rather a perfect minimalist blend of those two
Category

2010s Asian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Garcon Chair in Black Nubuck Leather
H 32.5 in W 26 in D 32.5 in
Garcon Chair in Black Nubuck Leather
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Garcon Chair is more than steel and leather, rather a perfect minimalist blend of those two
Category

2010s Asian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Garcon Chair in Black Nubuck Leather
H 32.5 in W 26 in D 32.5 in
Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
By Philipp Aduatz
Located in Geneve, CH
Melting chair by Philipp Aduatz 2011 Edition of 12 + 3 A/P Dimensions: 95 x 93 x 78 cm
Category

2010s Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
H 37.41 in W 36.62 in D 30.71 in
Minimalist Chair in Hardwood Solid Black
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Minimalist Chair in Hardwood Solid Black
Minimalist Chair in Hardwood Solid Black
H 32.29 in W 19.1 in D 21.26 in
Pair of French Antique Chairs, 1830
Located in Leimen, DE
Experience the timeless allure of this exquisite pair of French side chairs, originating around
Category

Antique 1830s French Restauration Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of French Antique Chairs, 1830
Pair of French Antique Chairs, 1830
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Eames LAX Armshell Lounge Chair
By Charles Eames
Located in Dallas, TX
, Original boot glides. Early transitional parchment fiberglass shell with large shock mounts from the Venice
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames LAX Armshell Lounge Chair
Eames LAX Armshell Lounge Chair
H 26 in W 25 in D 24 in
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
Category

Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Chairs

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
H 32.29 in W 19.1 in D 21.26 in
Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood
H 32.29 in W 19.1 in D 21.26 in
Minimalist Chair in Black Imbuia Hardwood Limited Edition
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo Chair collection. Our EVO collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Black Chrome Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
By Philipp Aduatz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black chrome melting chair by Philipp Aduatz, 2011 Edition of 12 + 3 A/P Dimensions: 95 x 93 x
Category

2010s Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Black Chrome Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
Black Chrome Melting Chair by Philipp Aduatz
H 37.41 in W 36.62 in D 30.71 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
Category

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
Hickory Chair Breck Chair with Exposed Wood Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
Showroom new - Hickory chair breck chair - Like the antique that inspired it, the Breck Chair
Category

2010s American Other Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Foldable Plia Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Cape Town, WC
The essential folding chair, the Plia showcases function while marking the move towards transparent
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

ELEG Stainless Steel Tubular Chair with Grey Marine Leather
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
ELEG chair is made of a stainless steel tubular structure and five cylindrical cushions upholstered
Category

2010s European Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood with Arms
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Leather Seating, Upholstered Backboard
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Minimalist Modern Chair in Natural Solid Wood with Arms
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Evo chair collection. Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

ELEGG Stainless Steel Tubular Chair with Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
opposing states. Captured at the moment of transition, the materiality follows the paradox where seemingly
Category

2010s European Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Leather Seating, Solid Backboard
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Leather Tucroma Chair by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Nestled within the prestigious lineage of i4 Mariani's design heritage, the Tucroma chair by Guido
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

1950s Midcentury Country Style Woven Rattan Rustic Chairs, Pair
Located in Yonkers, NY
traditions. Each chair showcases an arching back that seamlessly transitions into gently curved armrests
Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Country Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Pair of Tulip-Shaped Club Chairs with Brass Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
These vintage 1960's club chairs feature transitional Italian styling and solid brass lags. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Transition Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal transition chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, every transition chair was constructed with great care. Find 1280 options for an antique or vintage transition chair now, or shop our selection of 286 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the transition chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A transition chair, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one transition chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani and Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Transition Chair?

Prices for a transition chair start at $0 and top out at $375,000 with the average selling for $4,818.

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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.