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Handwoven Tropical Cali Dining Chair, Steel and Jute
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This handwoven tropical Cali dining chair is a unique creation by Leon Leon Design from Mexico City
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of 1950s California Design Iron and Tropical Hardwood Side Chairs
By Luther Conover
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of iron and tropical hardwood side chairs, hairpin wrought iron frames with wooden seats and
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

Daybed in Tropical Hardwood and Iron, Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian Modern Design
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
contemporary furniture design. Zalszupin, known for his mid-century modern aesthetics and unparalleled
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Hand-Woven Contemporary Chair in Chechén Tropical Wood
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
design of Cocom armchair draws its inspiration from the wicker rockers and armchairs traditionally woven
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood, Walnut

Hand-Woven Contemporary Chair in Chechén Tropical Wood
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
design of Cocom armchair draws its inspiration from the wicker rockers and armchairs traditionally woven
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut, Hardwood

Hand-Woven Contemporary Chair in Jabim Tropical Wood
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
design of Cocom armchair draws its inspiration from the wicker rockers and armchairs traditionally woven
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood, Walnut

Hand-Woven Contemporary Chair in Jabim Tropical Wood, 1 in stock
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
design of Cocom armchair draws its inspiration from the wicker rockers and armchairs traditionally woven
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut, Hardwood

Tropical Swivel Dining Chair with Wenge Wood Accents
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
A symphony of texture, pattern and color make this Swivel dining chair a show stopping focal point
Category

2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Paper

Louis XV Bergère Tropical Botanical Print Palm Club Chair
By Pearson Co.
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Designed in the timeless Louis XV style, this French bergère club chair is upholstered in a durable
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Curva Chair by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury Design
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely crafted rosewood curved chair with stick back designed by Joaquim Tenreiro (1906
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

Handwoven August Lounge Chair, Solid Oak Wood and Papercord
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This tropical modern inspired August armchair is a unique creation by León León Design from Mexico
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Mid-Century Tropical Lounge Chair by Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, 1970s
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Rosenthal
Located in Rosendahl, DE
"Hombre" lounge chairs designed by Burkhard Vogtherr for the Rosenthal Studio Line. Four chairs
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Down

Original Design Sergio Rodrigues, Lucio Chairs for OCA Brazil, 1950s
By Sergio Rodrigues, Oca
Located in Renens, CH
imbuia. One of his most iconic designs is the Lucio chair, which was designed celebrating Lucio Costa
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Set of 6 Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1947, Midcentury Design
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely crafted chair made of Perobinha-do-campo Wood, designed by Joaquim Tenreiro (1906
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Handwoven Jambi Deck Chair, Powder-Coated Steel and Natural Rattan, Mexico City
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
The Jambi deck chair by León León design from Mexico City is a one-of-a-kind creation. It showcases
Category

2010s Mexican Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ergonomic Armchair in Tropical Brazilian Hardwood, Contemporary Style
By Rahyja Afrange
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This "SE7E" contemporary styled armchair in Brazilian hardwood was designed following extensive
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Pair of Lounge Chairs in Solid Brazilian Hardwood, Mid-Century Modern Design
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
and grace, complementing the overall design. The tropical hardwood used in their construction enhances
Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage set of 6 Tropical Vibe McGuire Rattan & Cane Dining Chairs c. 1970s
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice late 1970s vintage set of 6, California casual designed McGuire San Francisco dining chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Rattan

Chrome Desk Chair by Brueton in Woven Tropical Leaves, c. 1970's
By Brueton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid-Century Modern desk chair or side chair with cantilevered steel frame in chrome. Chair has
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Lago Dining Chair with Natural Palm Fiber Back, Mexican Design (Set 4)
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Mexico City, MX
This Classic design has a modern flourish without overshadowing the handcrafted details from the
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Mid-Century "Lia" Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues: Brazilian Hardwood Iconic Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian hardwood, the armchair is a stunning example of how Rodrigues utilized tropical wood in innovative
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Handcrafted BN01 Side Chair, Tropical Tzalam Wood & Natural Leather
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
Introducing our exquisite handcrafted chair, meticulously crafted from tropical Tzalam wood and
Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Violet Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
By Marcelo Caruso
Located in Curitiba, PR
A simple yet sophisticated chair design. While it contemplates tradicional danish design, it has a
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Violet Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
Violet Chair in Brazilian Hardwood
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 25.6 in
Booham Chair by Daniel Boddam
By Daniel Boddam Studio
Located in Sydney, NSW
Daniel Boddam Studio’s booham chair, brings together contemporary and modernist influences
Category

2010s Australian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Booham Chair by Daniel Boddam
Booham Chair by Daniel Boddam
H 275.6 in W 25.6 in D 22.05 in
Minimalist Modern Dining Chair in Mexican Hardwood
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The Tamay Chair brings together personality and subtlety, based on simple lines and harmonious
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Pair of Chairs, Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960
By Moveis Cimo
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of chairs by Cimo Factory, Brazil, 1960 Delicate machinery of two types of wood: pau marfim
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Pair of Chairs, Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960
Pair of Chairs, Moveis Cimo, Brazil, 1960
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 21.66 in
Dining Chair 092022 by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Dining Chair 092022 by Arno Declercq Dimensions: D 50 x W 60 x H 73 cm. Materials: Burned African
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Dining Chair 092022 by Arno Declercq
Dining Chair 092022 by Arno Declercq
H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Restored 10 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The 10-stranded square pretzel rattan chair by Paul Frankl exudes elegance and craftsmanship. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Contemporary Dining Chair in Caribbean Walnut, in Stock
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The Tamay Chair brings together personality and subtlety, based on simple lines and harmonious
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

V-Easy Chair Men by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-easy chair men by Arno Declercq Dimensions: D100 x W90 x H70 cm Materials: burned and waxed
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

V-Easy Chair Men by Arno Declercq
V-Easy Chair Men by Arno Declercq
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 39.38 in
Restored Stick Reed Rattan Hanging Swing Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Minimalist Modern Dining Chair in Caribbean Walnut, in Stock
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The Tamay Chair brings together personality and subtlety, based on simple lines and harmonious
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Lola Lampakanai Chair
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Lola chair is a true testament to the beauty of design and comfort. This exquisite combination
Category

2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs

Materials

Reed

Lola Lampakanai Chair
Lola Lampakanai Chair
H 31 in W 36 in D 28 in
Joaquim Tenreiro Curva chairs set of 8 Brazil 1961
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare and sought after ‘Curva’ chairs designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and manufactures by his
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

Lago Bar Stool with Natural Palm Fiber Back, Mexican Design Counter Height
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Mexico City, MX
This classic design has a modern flourish without overshadowing the handcrafted details from the
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Lago Counter Stool with Natural Palm Fiber Back, Mexican Design (Set 3)
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Mexico City, MX
This classic design has a modern flourish without overshadowing the handcrafted details from the
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Lago Counter Stool with Natural Palm Fiber Back, Mexican Design Bar Height
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Mexico City, MX
This classic design has a modern flourish without overshadowing the handcrafted details from the
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-easy chair in iroko wood by Arno Declercq Dimensions: W 100 x D 70 x H 70 cm Materials: Burned
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Tubo Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
long and sinuous design that runs through the parts of the chair in a single breath. All upholstered in
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
Cabaret II: Artistic Lounge Chair
By Elvira Martinez Manso - HERBEH WOOD
Located in Guaynabo, US
setting. Crafted from the exquisite Blue Mahoe, a treasure of the Puerto Rican tropical forests, each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Puerto Rican Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cabaret II: Artistic Lounge Chair
Cabaret II: Artistic Lounge Chair
H 30 in W 26.5 in D 28.25 in
Restored Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of 6
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s. All
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Cocoon Chair with Cushion
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The rattan cocoon chair is a fusion of nature and design, featuring intricate woven patterns that
Category

Vintage 1950s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Cocoon Chair with Cushion
Rattan Cocoon Chair with Cushion
H 56 in W 33 in D 31 in
'Canelinha' Mid-Century Modern Chair in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
By Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
techniques and a modern design from their base in Paraty on the tropical 'Green Coast' of Brazil.
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Copper

Canoa Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
their creator, connected to nature and obsessed with design. His designs present a new look at living
Category

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
Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan Wicker Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
before the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Solid Wood and Cane, 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This set of eight exquisitely crafted Cane chairs in Amendoim Wood, designed by Joaquim Tenreiro
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Contemporary Black Lounge Chair in Iroko Wood, V-Easy Chair by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary lounge chair In Iroko Wood - V-Easy chair by Arno Declercq Material: Burned and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Rattan Palm Frond Lounge Chairs
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Large-scale palm frond lounge chairs, circa 1980s. Iconic design, in expertly constructed rattan
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

V-Dining Chair, Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-dining chair - Arno Declercq Burned and waxed Iroko wood. Measures: 46 cm wide x 57 cm long x
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

V-Dining Chair, Arno Declercq
V-Dining Chair, Arno Declercq
H 31.89 in W 18.12 in D 22.45 in
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
Category

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
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
Category

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
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
Category

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 Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
tropical memory. WENTZ SILENT AND NATURAL LIVING DESIGNED IN BRAZIL Brazilian brand of furniture, lighting
Category

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
Don S. Shoemaker Sling Sloucher Lounge Chair
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
For your consideration, Shoemaker's most iconic chair, The Sloucher from the Sling line, the
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cocobolo

San Francisco chair, Leather and Dark Tropical Wood, Contemporary Mexican Design
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Mexico City, MX
, this chair was designed upon request from a client for a residence in Healdsburg, California. Our
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Restored Rattan Fan Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
before the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and
Category

Vintage 1980s Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Bleached Tauari Tela Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
and a tropical memory. WENTZ SILENT AND NATURAL LIVING DESIGNED IN BRAZIL Brazilian brand of
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
Bleached Tauari Gravatá Lounge Chair by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
obsessed with design. His designs present a new look at living, where each piece conveys a perfect balance
Category

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
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Tropical Design Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the tropical design chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each tropical design chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, natural fiber and rattan. There are 451 variations of the antique or vintage tropical design chair you’re looking for, while we also have 180 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the tropical design 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 tropical design chair, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made tropical design chair over the years, but those crafted by InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa and Arno Declercq are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Tropical Design Chair?

A tropical design chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,288, while the lowest priced sells for $14 and the highest can go for as much as $85,000.
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    There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
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    Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
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    Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
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    The Papa Bear chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1951 for Danish company AP Stolen. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Hans Wegner Papa Bear chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.