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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Recliner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage reclining chair with tufted back and elegant walnut frame, perfect for adding Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
MCM Royal Blue & Blue Green Recliner & Ottoman Attributed to Selig Monroe Chair
By Selig
Located in Topeka, KS
overcame me!! This is a fantastic vintage reclining chair and ottoman that has been reupholstered in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 39.5 in W 32 in D 34 in
Vintage Selig Mid Century Italian Modern Chrome Reclining Recliner Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Selig Mid Century Italian Modern Chrome Reclining Recliner Lounge Chair. Circa Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34 in W 28 in D 36 in
Vintage Bamboo Wingback Recliner Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
1960's Vintage Bamboo & Rattan Wingback Recliner Chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cotton, Rattan
Vintage Milo Baughman Recliner Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
A very nice and early Vintage Milo Baughman Recliner Lounge Chair.
This chair will most likely
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Thayer Coggin Recliner Lounge Chair
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Esperance, NY
Vintage Thayer Coggin recliner lounge chair.
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Selig Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern Chrome Recliner Reclining Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid Century Modern Chrome Selig Recliner Reclining Lounge Chair, Milo Baughman Style. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 28.5 in D 38 in
Pair of Vintage Italian Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern armchair has the ability to recline, offering extreme comfort in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage Leather and Chrome Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage leather and chrome reclining lounge chair and ottoman designed in the United
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Reclining Lounge Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Saint Paul, MN
get four back cushions, a reclining mechanism, and a comfortable lounge chair that incorporates
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
French Vintage Reclining Armchair & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
position by gentle pressure, forcing the seat forward and the back into recline for your comfort. The chair
Category
20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1070's Vintage Plush Brown with Chrome Recliner/ Barcalounger Chair
By Barcalounger
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Vintage Plush Brown Comfortable Reclining Chair/ Barcalounger. Very comfortable this chair
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Reclining Lounge Chair in the Manner of John Bone
By Finn Juhl
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage John Bone style reclining lounge chair. A Danish teak lounge chair which sits straight up
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Reclining Lounge Chair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho Reclining lounge chair. Designed by the iconic Milo Baughman for Thayer
Category
Late 20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France
Multifunctional lounge chair from Everstyl. Can be
Category
Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Italian Borsani P40 Reclining Lounge Chair, Original Black Leather
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
Often defined as the "ultimate reclining chair", Osvaldo Borsani's P40 designed for his brand Tecno
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Vintage Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage walnut reclining lounge chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Midcentury Italian Reclining Pair of Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1970s vintage lounge chair in original white fabric from the 1970s the chair reclines when
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Brown Leather Recliner and Ottoman Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This recliner and ottoman set features a combination of rich brown leather and a light wooden frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Pair of Reclining Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular reclining lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
Vintage Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Saint Paul, MN
get four back cushions, a reclining mechanism, and a comfortable lounge chair that incorporates
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Leather Recliner and Ottoman Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This recliner and ottoman set features a combination of brick-red leather and a light wooden frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Scandinavian Ekornes Stressless Recliner White Lounge Chair + Ottoman
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes Stressless Lounge Chair White + Ottoman
Chair 39.5 h
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Brown Leather Armchair Pair Vintage Klaussner Brand Recliners
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of deep wide substantial reclining leather club chairs in the classic cigar arm style. Top
Category
20th Century American American Classical Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Ekornes Stressless Beige Leather Reclining Swivel Lounge Chair
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ekornes Stressless Beige Leather Reclining Swivel Lounge Chair
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Restored 1940's Transition Rattan Recliner Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
pieces.
The chair features 3 reclining positions upright, laidback, and laying down.
1940, United States
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
White Suede Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Selig
Located in Delray Beach, FL
White Suede Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Selig, featuring plush upholstery and a reclining design
Category
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Reclining finnish lounge chair + ottoman in black leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
19.75″ deep x 15.75″ tall
Condition: In excellent original condition with typical wear for its vintage.
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts Morris reclining lounge chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Milo Baughman Sculpted Walnut Reclining Chair for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant reclining chair designed by Milo Baughman for James Inc. in the United States circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
De Sede Lounge Recliner Chair DS-50 Fauteuil, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
De Sede DS 50 leather comfortable reclining armchair, Switzerland 1970s. Built to incredibly high
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Reclining Chair, Early 20th Century
By Heal's
Located in Uppsala, SE
Deep seated Arts & Crafts recliner in oak, possibly English and possibly retailed by Heal's of
Category
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Expertly Restored - Nordic Modern Sculpted Rosewood Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angeles studio is a haven where vintage treasures are reborn. Here’s a glimpse into our restoration
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Other Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle Morris reclining lounge chair
By L. & J.G
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 40.75 in W 32.88 in D 37.38 in
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle Morris reclining lounge chair
By L. & J.G
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 40.5 in W 28.88 in D 34.5 in
1960s Rattan Wicker McGuire Reclined Club Chairs, Set of 2
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare reclined wicker chairs you could
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
Rare Restored 1949 Rattan Reclining Lounge Chair with Arched Arms
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare rattan reclining lounge chair with arched 1949 arms. Custom cushions C.O.M. (Costumers
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Optima Reclining Lounge Chair by Ingmar + Knut Relling - Black Leather + Chrome
By Knut Relling, Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Decatur, GA
Seldom seen vintage Bauhaus style reclining lounge chair/chaise by father + son designers, Ingmar
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 34 in W 26 in D 36 in
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Lounge Chair With Ottoman
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts Morris reclining lounge chair with ottoman
By L. & J.G
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 39.25 in W 32.88 in D 41 in
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Lounge Chair With Ottoman
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts Morris reclining lounge chair with ottoman
By L. & J.G
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
H 38.5 in W 34.5 in D 43.5 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin MCM Leather Walnut Lounge Chair Recliner - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Leather and Walnut Lounge Chair Recliner - Pair
Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 41.5 in W 26 in D 32 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Swivel Reclining Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great vintage Scandinavian lounge chair and ottoman set circa 1970's. The set features a
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Polished Walnut Recliner Lounge Chair by ISA Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Italian recliner chair, Poltrona Relax made of hand crafted polished
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut
H 39.5 in W 28.5 in D 31 in
Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak & Boucle Reclining Lounge Chair for France & Son
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Vodder sculpted teak & Boucle reclining lounge chair for Sibast Møbler
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Teak
1950s Festival Of Britain Reclining Lounge Chair By Robin Day For Hille
By Robin Day, Hille
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An original 1950s "Reclining Chair" by British designer Robin Day for Hille.
Robin Day rose to
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 37.8 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Lounge Chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period Morris reclining lounge chair
By L. & J.G
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 40.25 in W 29.25 in D 35 in
Vintage Belmont Barber Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single vintage barber chair from Belmont Company. Adjustable height and reclining function.
Please
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
years of artisanal expertise, our Los Angeles studio is a haven where vintage treasures are reborn
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak, Walnut
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Milo Baughman
By James Inc., Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angeles studio is a haven where vintage treasures are reborn. Here’s a glimpse into our restoration
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
Vintage Pair of Chairs
Located in Culver City, CA
pair of MCM armchairs, with a vintage manual reclining feature.
Category
Late 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wool
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin MCM Leather and Walnut Lounge Chair Recliner
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Leather and Walnut Lounge Chair Recliner
This chair
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 41.5 in W 26 in D 32 in
20th Century Czech Mahogany Recliner Chair in the Style of Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Art Deco Czech reclining lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Mahogany
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany
H 32 in W 28 in D 41.5 in
Leather Reclining Swivel Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Tetrad, England circa 1970
By Tetrad
Located in London, GB
Leather reclining swivel lounge chair with ottoman by Tetrad, England, circa 1970.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Reclining Armchair with Cherry Frame and White Velvet Upholstery, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This chair features a cherry frame and it's upholstered in velvet.
It may
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Cherry
H 36.62 in W 27.17 in D 33.86 in
Scandinavian Modern Reclining Wingback Lounge Chair H W Klein for Bramin Mobler
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Scandinavian Modern reclining wingback lounge chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 40 in W 30.5 in D 32 in
Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Adjustable Reclining Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
"Arched" base. The chair features a 3-position reclining adjustable back and matching ottoman. Crafted
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Chaise Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
chair features square pretzel arms and an adjustable reclining seat back with 3 different positions
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Iconic Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter Opsvik for Varier, Norway 1980s
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find am exceptionally rare "Gravity Balans" chair design by Peter Opsvik
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 48.04 in W 25.99 in D 51.97 in
Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angeles studio is a haven where vintage treasures are reborn. Here’s a glimpse into our restoration
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
H 40.5 in W 28.5 in D 35 in
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Vintage Recliner Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage recliner chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage recliner chairs — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage recliner chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of vintage recliner chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency vintage recliner chairs are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small vintage recliner chairs measuring 15.5 inches across. There have been many well-made vintage recliner chairs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Ib Kofod-Larsen and Thayer Coggin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Vintage Recliner Chairs?
Vintage recliner chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,129, while the lowest priced sells for $585 and the highest can go for as much as $6,900.
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 Recliner Chairs
- What is a recliner chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024A recliner chair is an armchair that moves in such a way that a user can sit with their feet elevated. Usually controlled by a button or lever, the recliner mechanism simultaneously raises the footrest and tilts the backrest. Sofas, loveseats and sectionals may also include recliner functionality. Find a range of recliner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many 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, 2023To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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, 2023To 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.
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