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Vintage Theater Seats

Vintage Theater Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These industrial styled theater seats are made out of bent plywood and the arm rests are solid wood
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Industrial Benches

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Wood

Vintage Theater Seats
Vintage Theater Seats
H 83 in W 23 in D 23 in
Restored Art Deco Movie Theater Seats Pair
Located in Oakland, CA
Restored Art Deco Movie Theater seats. These could showcase your home theater or just work as a
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Antique Vintage Wood Slat Double Folding Seat Theater School Old Pew Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique vintage wood slat double folding seat theater school old pew chair. Listing includes book
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Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Benches

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Wood

Carlo Mollino: Theater Chair for the RAI Auditorium, Turin - 1950s
By Carlo Mollino
Located in Renens, CH
Theater chair designed by Carlo Mollino for the 1952 renovation of the RAI (Radiotelevisione
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Set of 4 LV8 Cinema, Theater Chairs with Synthetic Leather Upholstery
By RIMA
Located in Wolfurt, AT
pieces feature faux leather upholstery and fold-out seats. The chairs are in classic red and are
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

1900s Austrian Wooden Rare Cinema Seats
Located in High Point, NC
incorporated into a home theater or used as unique accent pieces, these Austrian cinema seats promise to be a
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20th Century Austrian Chairs

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Wood

1900s Austrian Wooden Rare Cinema Seats
1900s Austrian Wooden Rare Cinema Seats
H 35.83 in W 41.73 in D 20.08 in
Brazilian Wood Three-Seater Sofa by Rino Levi, Brazil 1950s
By Rino Levi
Located in Utrecht, NL
organic shapes and lines dominate this three-seater sofa. The tilted, architectural lines of wood making
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bouclé, Wood

Set of six Italian Vintage Metal Chairs
Located in Encinitas, CA
crafted in the classic Industrial style, circa 1930. Probably originally from a school or a theater
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Early 20th Century Italian Industrial Chairs

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Metal

Vintage USSR Book: Plays by AjuNy Astrovsky - Theatrical Treasures, 1J118
Located in Bordeaux, FR
theater. Perfect for collectors of vintage literature, enthusiasts of dramatic arts, or anyone seeking to
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Vintage 1970s Books

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Paper

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Mahogany Armchair with French Wicker
By Bernt Petersen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
models are found in concert halls and theaters throughout Denmark. The object most associated with the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wicker, Mahogany

Large Vintage Neon Marquee Letter "C" From Pan American Auditorium
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Theater which was adjacent to and connected to the Pan-American Auditorium. The neon is broken and will
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Vintage 1930s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Khaki Hopsacking 4 Piece Modular Sofa Made in Sweden
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Scandinavian Modern khaki hopsacking fabric 4-piece modular sofa made in Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Foam, Wood

Gastone Rinaldi Cinema Chairs Mod. LV 4 for the Piccolo Milano
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Milano, IT
PICCOLO Theater in Milan. Made of wood for the seat and backrest , while the leg frame is made of sheet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iron

Gastone Rinaldi Cinema Chairs Mod. LV 4 for the Piccolo Milano
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Milano, IT
Theater in Milan. They are made of wood for the seat and back, while the leg structure is made of sheet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Teatro Chairs by Aldo Rossi and Luca Meda for Molteni, 1980s, Set of 8
By Molteni & C, Aldo Rossi
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage teatro chairs designed by Aldo rossi and Luca Meda and produced by Italian furniture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Rosewood Dining Table by Jean Gillon, Italma, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Italma, Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
a veneered top and extensions that comfortably accommodate six to ten seats. Gillon created an
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

1980s Post Modern Segis Italia Black Plastic & Chrome Charlie Side Chairs Set 4
By Loewenstein, Segis, Carlo Bimbi and Nilo Gioacchini
Located in Topeka, KS
. Marshall. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

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Chrome

Pier Luigi Colli Oak Buffet Mirror Sideboard, Midcentury, Italy, 1940s-1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in New York, NY
front doors. The piece is in original vintage condition. Measures: 19 inches deep 93 inches wide 33
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Mid-Century Mexican Modern Don Shoemaker Senal SA Sling Swinger Chairs Set of 4
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Forney, TX
. Conceived as an "inverted rocking chair", the chair's seat and leather back move gently back and forth over
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Metropolitan Furn Modern White & Antique Brass Plate Tub Chairs by Jules Heumann
By Jules Heumann, Metropolitan
Located in Topeka, KS
condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...

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Metal

Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects. Materials: Uphols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

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Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood

Original Vintage Large Industrial Oak Wood File Cabinet with Multiple Drawers
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large, industrial catalog cabinet with multiple flat drawers was made during the 1930s and comes from Artist's Atelie. It is made of high-quality oak wood, which is considered a...
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Vintage 1930s European Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in Perpignan, FR
Designed in 1972 by architects Michel Hudrisier and M. Roma for Studio Rochel, the Nova House came to fulfill the fantasy of those dreaming of living in space. While that type of arc...
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Vintage 1970s French Space Age Architectural Elements

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Metal, Aluminum

1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
H 157.49 in W 255.91 in D 314.97 in
Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This three-seat cinema bench was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s. The chairs are stable and can be placed anywhere. It is completely made of wood (...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs

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Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
H 33.47 in W 61.03 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century Cinema Seat by Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Lucenec, SK
Cinema seat originally from the cinema in Czechoslovakia produced by Thonet. Nowadays it can be a stunning addition to any interior. Very good, original condition with signs of age w...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Mid Century Cinema Seat by Thonet, 1950s
Mid Century Cinema Seat by Thonet, 1950s
H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 14.97 in
Art Deco Woman Dancing Bookend Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Woman Dancing Art Deco Sculpture Bookend, France This charming solid cast metal bookend with that Art Deco flair displays stunningly from all angles. Certainly makes a gorgeous stat...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Elegance in Time: Catalan Modernism Theater Chair 'Kursaal', c. 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Catalan Modernism with the "Kursaal" Theater Chair, a sculptural masterpiece from Manresa, Spain, circa 1927. An embodiment of organic shap...
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Nouveau Armchairs

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Iron

Art Deco Rosewood Cabinet or Bookcase
Located in Porto, PT
Art Deco rosewood and chrome cabinet or bookcase. Price fully restored: 5625€ The price shown is in the original condition. We have our own workshop and we can restore these items...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Chrome

Art Deco Rosewood Cabinet or Bookcase
Art Deco Rosewood Cabinet or Bookcase
H 69.69 in W 71.26 in D 20.48 in
French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH ART DECO SIDEBOARD A stunning serpentine shaped Art Deco sideboard having a Nero Portoro marble top , with five central drawers flanked by two lockable cupboards with fixed sh...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sideboards

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Rosewood

French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard
French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard
H 42.92 in W 71.66 in D 22.45 in
Antique Painted Theater Backdrop Panel
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique painted cloth panel from India. May have been a back drop for a theater or a large wall hanging. It has a wonderful worn old patina and would add character to any setting.
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Art

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Paint

Art Deco White Lacquered Console Table, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Art Deco-inspired lacquered console table. Made with maple wood lacquered in White Dove. Tapered, rounded wedge legs Named "En Pointe". Overall: 60.5”W x 16.5”D x 34”H Inside: ...
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2010s American Art Deco Console Tables

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Seagrass, Lacquer, Organic Material, Maple

1950's Vintage Conjoined Folding Chapel Chairs
Located in Tarleton, GB
1950's Vintage folding chair row in beech History Folding chairs have been in use for thousands of years in many cultures, including ancient Egypt and Rome. They were even comm...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Omi-Onna Mask with Custom Box 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring female mask made for the Japanese Noh theatre. This mask is handcrafted and carved from natural wood and lacquer. Omi-Onna's (...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Masks

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Wood

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Vintage Theater Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two vintage foldable theater seats connected by metal frame. Seats can be folded up or down and do
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Mid-20th Century Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Theater Seats
Vintage Theater Seats
H 32.5 in W 37.5 in D 23 in
Vintage French Theater Seats
Located in Austin, TX
French vintage theater seats made of walnut and upholstered in the original green vinyl. The legs
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

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Metal

Vintage French Theater Seats
Vintage French Theater Seats
H 33 in W 60.25 in L 33 in
Vintage French Theater Seats
Located in Austin, TX
French vintage theater seats made of walnut and upholstered in the original green vinyl. The legs
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

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Metal

Vintage French Theater Seats
Vintage French Theater Seats
H 33 in W 60.25 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Leather Theater Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Caramel colored leather theater seats. Accented with studding along the leather seat back and set
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Vintage 1930s Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Leather Theater Seats
Vintage Leather Theater Seats
H 32.5 in W 80.5 in D 17.5 in
Original, Vintage Industrial, American Made, Theater Seats
Located in Oakville, CT
Original, Vintage Industrial, American Made, Theater Seats shown in a pair of two. Two of these
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20th Century American Settees

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Iron

Vintage Theater 4-Seat Bench From Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This four-seat theater bench was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage Theater 4-Seat Bench From Thonet, 1950s
Vintage Theater 4-Seat Bench From Thonet, 1950s
H 34.26 in W 80.71 in L 34.26 in
Vintage Theater Section Bench
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage 4 Seat Section Bench. More sections of these theater seats are available. Seat height
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20th Century American Benches

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Wood

Vintage Theater Section Bench
Vintage Theater Section Bench
H 35 in W 88 in D 22 in
Antique Vintage Wood Slat Double Folding Seat Theater School Old Pew Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique vintage wood slat double folding seat theater school old pew chair. Listing includes book
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Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Benches

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Wood

Heywood - Wakefield Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater Seating
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater Seating by Heywood Wakefield. Seat Height of 18". This is a set
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20th Century American Benches

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Steel, Iron

Heywood - Wakefield Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater Seating
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Wood & Cast Iron Theater / Movie Seating by Heywood Wakefield. Seat Height of 18". This is
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20th Century American Benches

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Iron, Metal

Rare Vintage Danish Modern Cinema Theater Arm Chair circa 1950
Located in Shippensburg, PA
surface throughout. The chair features a folding seat with original maroon-red faux-leather upholstery
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20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Vintage Hollywood Regency Art Deco Sofa with Original Pink Distressed Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Hollywood Regency Art Deco sofa with original pink leather and three loose seat
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Sofas

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Leather

Italian Mid-Century Wood Black Metal and White Fabric Cinema Armchair, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
, 1950s. Cinema or theater armchair with wooden structure, with round section metal legs, padded seat and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Cassina Italy K10 Dodo Armchairs Lounge Chairs by Toshiyuki Kita
By Toshiyuki Kita, Cassina
Located in West Hartford, CT
required. Swiveling on a fixed base, the seat reclines in a range of configurations, to the point of being
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Rare Spanish Colonial Renaissance Chariot Carriage Model Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people, designed in
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Antique Early 19th Century North American Spanish Colonial Models and Mi...

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Clay, Paint, Wood

Sofa Chair Set Maurizio Tempestini Salterini Clamshell Patio Garden Furniture
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Salterini. This is his iconic clamshell design. Featuring a mesh seat and clamshell style hoop support for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Iron

"Bacchus and Child with a Panther", Signed "Moreau", France, 19th Century
By Auguste Moreau
Located in Madrid, ES
figures are made in bronze. On a ground-like base, a panther is seated, turning its head back to bite an
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Theater Seats
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage theater seats dated 1924. These theater seats are available in sets of any configuration
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20th Century American Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Theater Seats
Vintage Theater Seats
H 35 in W 21 in D 20 in
Original Vintage Theater Seats
Located in Oakville, CT
Set of four Vintage theater seats dated 1924.
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Vintage 1920s American Chairs

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Metal

Original Vintage Theater Seats
Original Vintage Theater Seats
H 35 in W 21 in D 20 in
Original Vintage Theater Seats
Located in Oakville, CT
Set of four Vintage Industrial Theater Seats. These seats are dated 1924.
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Vintage 1920s American Chairs

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Metal

Original Vintage Theater Seats
Original Vintage Theater Seats
H 35 in W 21 in D 20 in
Vintage Original Wood and Steel Folding Theater Seats, Seating, Chairs
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage steel and wood folding theater seating, seats, chairs. Dated 1924. Available in
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Vintage Original Wood and Steel Folding Theater Seats - Set of 3
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage steel and wood folding theater seating, seats, chairs. Dated 1924. Available in
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20th Century American Industrial Benches

Vintage Original Wood and Steel Folding Theater Seats, Set of 4
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage steel and wood folding theatre seating, seats/chairs. Available in any
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20th Century American Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Original Wood and Steel Folding Theater Seats, Set of 2
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage steel and wood folding theatre seating, seats/chairs. Available in any
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20th Century American Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Original Wood and Steel Folding Theater Seats, Set of 2
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage steel and wood folding theatre seating, seats/chairs. Available in any
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20th Century American Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Single French Art Deco Brown Leather Club Chair with Mohair Covered Seat
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 1930s vintage French leather club chair with brass studded arms in refurbished condition
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

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Leather

Aldo Rossi Teatro Dining Set
By Molteni & C, Aldo Rossi
Located in Dronten, NL
wood and original fabric upholstery in exceptional vintage condition. The rigor of the structure in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Sets

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Wood

Aldo Rossi Teatro Dining Set
Aldo Rossi Teatro Dining Set
H 29.14 in W 115.36 in D 35.44 in
Metropolitan Furn Modern Blue & Antique Brass Plate Tub Chairs by Jules Heumann
By Jules Heumann, Metropolitan
Located in Topeka, KS
, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The upholstery has
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pier Luigi Colli Oak Buffet Mirror Sideboard, Midcentury, Italy, 1940s-1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in New York, NY
the front doors. The piece is in original vintage condition. Measures: 19 inches deep 93 inches
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Vintage Heywood-Wakefield Theater Seats
Located in San Francisco, CA
Terrific grouping of Heywood-Wakefield theater seats. They are beautifully upholstered and
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Vintage 1940s American Chairs

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Metal

Vintage 1940s Theater Chairs
By Fibrocit
Located in Brussels, BE
Vintage theater chairs, probably from 1938-1945. Fantastic details, like the original seat numbers
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Art Deco Armchairs

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Metal

Vintage 1940s Theater Chairs
Vintage 1940s Theater Chairs
H 32.29 in W 24.81 in D 12.6 in
Vintage Theater Ropes as Balled, Decorate Objects, pair
Located in Madison, WI
Vintage Theater Queueing Ropes of tighten-woven scarlet sisal with polished steel clips on both
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20th Century American Decorative Objects

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Steel

A Pair Of Vintage Classical Chinese Style Theater Chairs
Located in Asheville, NC
A pair of striking Chinese classical style folding theatre chairs with leather sling seats
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Armchairs

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Leather

Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Ochre Chairs on Tandem Seating, 1968
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage 1968 Herman Miller Ochre color fiberglass chairs on rare bench/tandem seating. The price is
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Saporiti Proposals Modular Armchair/Loveseat Sofa in Ivory Boucle, c. 1970s
By Saporiti, Proposals
Located in Clarkdale, AZ
theater. 67" W x 34" D. Seat Depth: 22". Back Height: 28". Overall good vintage condition at 8
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

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Steel

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Vintage Theater Seats For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage theater seats available for sale. The range of distinct vintage theater seats — often made from wood, metal and plywood — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage theater seats 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 theater seats to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Industrial and Mid-Century Modern vintage theater seats are of considerable interest. Vintage theater seats have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Heywood-Wakefield Co. and Thonet are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Theater Seats?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,200, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $2,900 highest priced.

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.