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Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Legs are Mahogany. Refinished and Reupholstered.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Vintage Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
H 31 in W 26 in D 29 in
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen lounge chair. Legs are Mahogany. New black leather. From 1940's.       
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair
H 32 in W 25 in D 28 in
Marta Blomstedt Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model Aulanko, Finland
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Märta Blomstedt easy chairs. Legs in stained ash and upholstered in sheepskin. Model
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Sheepskin, Ash

Wabi Sabi Burlwood, Iron and Bronze Lounge Chairs
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Las Vegas, NV
An amazing pair of massive Sabino burl wood lounge chairs. Legs are hand formed of thick wrought
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Carlo Bartoli for Kartell Mod.4875 Plastic Chair, Italy, 1970s
By Kartell, Carlo Bartoli
Located in Naples, IT
Kartell, 1970s. The circular chair legs are removable. Can also be used outdoors, in the garden or on a
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Plastic, Rubber

Unique American Art Deco Side or Boudoir Chair
Located in North Bergen, NJ
more weren’t made. The chair legs have been re-ebonized in black and the body of the chair is
Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Chair Legs

Jacques Adnet Neoclassic High Back Side Chair
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Hudson, NY
legs offer a distinctive look as well. The Jacque Adnet neoclassic chair is perfect as an accent or
Category

Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 2 Italian Sidechairs in Two-Tone Original Vipla Covering, Cassina, 1950s
By Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Wolfurt, AT
still covered with their original leatherette upholstery. The chair legs are made of dark stained beech
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of Four Midcentury Walnut Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
brass footing on the chair legs. Perfect for any dining room or home setting, these chairs are full of
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Set of Four Midcentury Walnut Chairs
Set of Four Midcentury Walnut Chairs
H 29.5 in W 20 in D 21 in
Pair of Regency Hickory Chair Co. Cane Barrel Back Club Chairs Having Lithe Legs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful matched pair of cane barrel back club chairs with lithe front legs by Hickory Chair Co
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1960s American Regency Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Mahogany

1970s German Brutalist Chair by Allmilmö
Located in High Point, NC
. The angularity of its base is defined by side stretchers connecting the backrest with the chair’s legs
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Oak

1970s German Brutalist Chair by Allmilmö
1970s German Brutalist Chair by Allmilmö
H 44.5 in W 18.5 in D 18.9 in
Set of 6 dining chairs "Anonima Castelli", 1960s Italy
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Wolfurt, AT
chair legs are made of oak wood, the seat is covered by red imitation leather. The chairs are in need of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Set of Four Vintage 1950s Belgian Fibrocit Industrial Stackable Terrace Chairs
By Fibrocit
Located in Haarlem, NL
rubbers toppers over the wood on the end of the chair leg, on the other two the wood stoppers show
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Metal

Dutch High Back Chair in Ash and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
are installed to support the construction, as seen between the chairs' legs and underneath the
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Cane, Ash

Dutch High Back Chair in Ash and Cane
Dutch High Back Chair in Ash and Cane
H 40.95 in W 25.2 in D 22.05 in
Paolo Buffa Italian Mid Century Lounge Chair
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
work of art The chair legs are original and have light surface markings in the wood They have been
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Wood, Bouclé

Italian Designer Postmodern Black Lacquer Wood and Leather Side Chair
By Calligaris
Located in New York, NY
side or desk chair(s), circa late 20th century, late-1970s-1980s, Italy. Beautiful detailing in chair
Category

1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Designer Postmodern Black Lacquer Wood and Leather Side Chair
By Calligaris
Located in New York, NY
side or desk chair(s), circa late-20th century, late-1970s-1980s, Italy. Beautiful detailing in chair
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Fine Viviana Upholstered Wing Chair and Matching Ottoman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
chair legs and stretcher on both pieces which do not detract from the fine presentation. Please see
Category

20th Century American Classical Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Regency Chic White Skirted Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
. Tailored skirts hide chair legs, lending a neat, streamlined look. Perfect for both formal dinners and
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1980s American Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric

French Bergère Chair in the Style of Louis XV
Located in Dallas, TX
of the front of the chair. This is a slightly unusual setup for chair legs but it adds character to
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20th Century Louis XV Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Silver

Hollywood Regency Era Lounge Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, James Mont, William Billy Haines, Billy Baldwin
Located in Garnerville, NY
other minor, yet substantial design details. The chair features tapered chocolate brown wood legs, soft
Category

1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood

Hollywood Regency Era Lounge Chair
Hollywood Regency Era Lounge Chair
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Set of 4 Modernist Dining Chairs, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and seat, juxtaposed with the uniquely shaped chair legs and frame, truly make these chairs sculptural
Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Wood

Two-Toned Stackable Pagholz Galvanitas S22 Industrial Diner Chairs
By Galvanitas Pagholz, Galvanitas
Located in Voorburg, NL
revolutionary design from the 1960s. The clever design of the chairs’ legs makes it possible to create a bench
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

1970s McGuire San Francisco Rattan Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs, a Pair
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Francisco brass plaque. Chair legs are reinforced with cross stretchers accented by McGuire's signature
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Cane

Postmodern Steel Three-Leg Chair
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
Unique chair composed of 3 legs with a round vinyl seat, 1980s.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Steel Three-Leg Chair
Postmodern Steel Three-Leg Chair
H 31 in W 21 in D 18 in
1937 Macys Shield Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Macy's
Located in Bradenton, FL
cotton velvet. Square chair legs finish in arrow feet and are supported with H-stretchers. Each chair has
Category

1930s American Georgian Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Italian modern brown plastic chair 4875 by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s
By Carlo Bartoli, Kartell
Located in MIlano, IT
rounded seat and back, in brown plastic. The round section chair legs are removable. They can also be used
Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 6 Beautiful Teakwood Dining Chairs
By Peter Hvidt, Grete Jalk, Niels Otto Møller, France & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in München, DE
small damages. Chair number 6 has small stains on the seat cushion and a chair leg was professionally
Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Teak

Set of 6 Beautiful Teakwood Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Beautiful Teakwood Dining Chairs
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 20.87 in
Thonet Chair with Bent Wood Legs
By Thonet
Located in St. Louis, MO
Slipper chair by Thonet with bentwood oak legs in dark brown finish.
Category

1950s American Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

HICKORY CHAIR Georgian Mahogany Corner Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Georgian style corner chair by high-end furniture maker Hickory Chair Company of Hickory, North
Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Platform Rocking Chair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern platform rocking chair in the manner of the Paoli Chair Company, with ochre
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Rare Pair of Lounge Chair 'Móveis Cimo' Brazilian Caviuna Leather
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Curitiba, PR
, the brothers Jorge and Martin Zipperer began to manufacture chair legs and soon after dedicated
Category

1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of 6 Mid Century Highback Dining Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
. Reupholstery recommended. There is a large chip to the back of the chair leg (see photos) this doesn't effect
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Oak

1970s McGuire San Francisco Rattan Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs, a Set of Four
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
. Chair legs are reinforced with cross stretchers accented by McGuire's signature rawhide laces. If
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair Gondola Club/ Lounge Chairs, Attrib. Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
carved biomorphic chair legs further authenticate the Pearsall designs, suggesting a potential custom
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Chair that can be attributed to Paolo Pallucco & Mireille Rivier - 80s/90s
By Paolo Pallucco & Mireille Rivier
Located in Paris, FR
signs of wear appear at the back on the bottom of the chair legs. . Dimensions : Height : 150 cm Seat
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Pair - White Matelassé Covered Swivel Club Chairs and Ottoman, Hickory Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Morristown, NJ
. The underside of the chairs holds a black swivel base with the legs in medium mahogany wood finish
Category

1990s American American Classical Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Down

Elinor McGuire Rattan Caned Barrel Back Arm Chairs, a Pair
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
" with cushion. Chair legs are reinforced with cross stretchers accented by McGuire's signature rawhide
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Rare Dorothy Schindele Hairpin Leg Chairs, circa 1949
By Dorothy Schindele
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1949, ergonomic, spring back chairs by noted California designer Dorothy Schindele. Fully
Category

20th Century American Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

Couple Saarinen Conference Chair, Steel Legs
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Catania, IT
The Saarinen Conference is a chair conceived from the idea of transforming the executive seat into
Category

1960s Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

Couple Saarinen Conference Chair, Steel Legs
Couple Saarinen Conference Chair, Steel Legs
H 31.49 in W 21.65 in D 18.5 in
Incised Iron Three-Leg Side Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Wrought iron framed architecturally inspired chair with arched three part back and sides
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Incised Iron Three-Leg Side Chair
Incised Iron Three-Leg Side Chair
H 36 in W 23 in D 21 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair on Bentwood Legs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in West Chester, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair Model 71 on Bentwood Legs.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Set of 6 Vintage French Carved Sheep Bone Dining Chairs with Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
1970 and made of beech wood, each chair stands on carved "Os de Mouton" (sheep bone) legs decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Tapestry, Beech

Large Stock of Stackable Pagholz Galvanitas S22 Industrial Diner Chair in Wenge
By Galvanitas Pagholz, Galvanitas
Located in Voorburg, NL
solid, and a revolutionary design from the 1960’s. The clever design of the chairs’ legs makes it
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

Large Stock Stackable Pagholz Galvanitas S22 Industrial Diner Chairs in Brown
By Pagholz, Galvanitas
Located in Voorburg, NL
feet. Very solid, and a revolutionary design from the 1960s. The clever design of the chairs’ legs
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Brutlist Chairs Arch Cut-Outs Bobbin Legs
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful Mid-Century Brutlist Chairs with Arch Cut-Outs and Bobbin Legs Fit perfectly with the
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this set of six accent chairs. In many ways
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Metal

HICKORY CHAIR Mahogany Queen Anne Dining Side Chairs - Pair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Queen Anne style dining side chairs by Hickory Chair. Mahogany with carved backrest, a
Category

Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Barbara Barry Style Mahogany Dining Chairs by Hickory Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Barbara Barry. Made by Hickory Chair with fluted or reeded legs in the front. The upholstery while bring
Category

20th Century American Federal Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Brass

American Mid-Century Scrolled Leg Slipper Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exceptional American 1950s slipper chair with recently ebonized legs. This slipper chair is a
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, 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 Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Carved Sheep Bone Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Dallas, TX
1970 and made of beech wood, each chair stands on carved "Os de Mouton" (sheep bone) legs decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Upholstered Pair Spool And Ball Leg Side Chairs, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
1940's French pair of side chairs with spool and ball leg design. In the style of Charles Dudouyt
Category

1940s French Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Upholstery

1950s Vintage Walnut Scoop Back Accent Chair With Cabriole Legs
Located in Elkton, MD
Vintage Walnut Scoop Back Accent Chair featuring exquisite cabriole legs and beautiful, clean
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 6 Upholstered Dining Chairs with Turned Wood Legs
Located in Houston, TX
Set of sturdy 6 turned leg dining chairs. Recommend reupholstering since at least one of the chairs
Category

20th Century Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Oak

HICKORY CHAIR Mahogany Queen Anne Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Queen Anne style dining side chairs by high-quality furniture maker Hickory Chair
Category

Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

HICKORY CHAIR Mahogany Queen Anne Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Queen Anne style dining side chairs by high-quality furniture maker Hickory Chair
Category

Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of 1940s Chairs in Lambskind with Mahogany Legs, Denmark
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of chairs from the 1940s new upholstered with lambskin. Curvy legs made of solid mahogany.
Category

1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Sheepskin, Mahogany

Swag Leg Chair 1958 by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
The "swag leg chair" by George Nelson dates back to 1958 - but would still be a perfect fit in any
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Metal

English Single Unusual Mid-Century Bronze Horse Leg Occasional Chair
Located in London, GB
English single unusual mid-century bronze horse leg occasional chair. A highly unusual horse
Category

Mid-20th Century British Vintage Chair Legs

Materials

Bronze

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Vintage Chair Legs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage chair legs available for sale. The range of distinct vintage chair legs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage chair legs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage chair legs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern vintage chair legs are of considerable interest. Many vintage chair legs are appealing in their simplicity, but Eero Saarinen, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and George Nelson produced popular vintage chair legs that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Chair Legs?

Prices for vintage chair legs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage chair legs begin at $90 and can go as high as $84,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,473.

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 Vintage Chair Legs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    When it isn’t a stool, a three-legged chair may also be called a turned chair. These types of chairs were well known in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, and they have retained their charm in our era. Shop for a range of vintage turned chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Most Marcel Breuer chair legs are made out of bent tubular steel. The designer introduced this radical new material to modern furniture design with his Wassily Model B3 lounge chair. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Marcel Breuer chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether you can replace Eero Saarinen chair legs depends on the chair. You can most easily swap out the legs on pieces that feature wooden dowels like the Lilac Organic. You will likely find it more difficult to replace legs on chairs that include metal bases like the Executive arm chair or pedestals like the Tulip. You'll find a collection of Eero Saarinen chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.