Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Dan Johnson
Located in Raleigh, NC
wood frame, creating a layered palette of browns and metallic tones. The Viscount chair is one of Dan
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
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Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Dan Johnson
Located in Raleigh, NC
wood frame, creating a layered palette of browns and metallic tones. The Viscount chair is one of Dan
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
wood frame, creating a layered palette of browns and metallic tones. The Viscount chair is one of Dan
Brass
$2,199 / item
H 28 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set 6 Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs / Black Lacquer and Brass / Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Buffalo, NY
palette . The Viscount chair is one of Dan Johnson's most recognizable designs from the mid-century period
Brass
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair This chair measures: 22.75 wide
Brass
$2,665 / set
H 36.62 in W 21.07 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Viscount David Linley Sycamore Wood Pimlico Occasional Side Chairs
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original Sycamore wood Viscount David
Sycamore
Midcentury American Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson
Located in Limerick, IE
This chair is such a piece of iconic American design. We have two available. Both features a wood
Wood
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H 26.25 in W 22 in D 20 in
Pair of deep red leather 'Viscount' chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in Kleinburg, ON
This stunning armchair is a rare example of Dan Johnson’s Viscount design for Selig, featuring a
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
By Dan Johnson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dan Johnson Viscount chairs A set of 6 iconic "Viscount" chairs designed by Dan Johnson. Recently
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Viscount chair by Dan Johnson, circa late 1950s. This example has a hand rubbed nickel arm and back
Nickel
Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Viscount chair by Dan Johnson, circa late 1950s. This example has a hand rubbed nickel arm and back
Dan Johnson "Viscount Chairs", Denmark, 1950s
By Dan Johnson
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of "Viscount Chairs" designed by Dan Johnson. Produced in Denmark, 1950s. Restored. Espresso
Brass
Set of four "Viscount" Chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four "Viscount" chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig. Slender tapered legs with tubular brass
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A gorgeous set of dining chairs, designed by Dan Johnson for Selig. Curvilinear form, with sweeping
Brass
Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in Hanover, MA
Frequently incorrectly attributed to Ib Kofod-Larsen, these chairs are an early design by Dan
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather Set of 4
By Dan Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a gorgeous set of 4 dining chairs which were designed by Dan Johnson for Selig. Dramatic
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Pair of Dan Johnson "Viscount" chairs by Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Highland, IN
Often incorrectly attributed to Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, these elegant chairs are an early
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Single Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic and hard to find Viscount chair designed by Dan Johnson, circa 1950s. The brass tubing has
Brass
Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern viscount chair by American Architect Dan Johnson, circa 1950s. Great
Brass
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H 28 in W 23 in L 28 in
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Midcentury Walnut and Brass Dining Chairs, Pair
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount midcentury walnut and brass dining chairs - pair. Each chair
Brass
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Armchair for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Dan Johnson. Manufacturer: Selig. Period/Style: Danish Modern. Country: Denmark. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 28.25″ H x 21″ W x 21″ D. Seat Height 17.75″. Materials: ...
Brass
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H 32.29 in W 24.81 in D 24.41 in
FULLY RESTORED VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ONE OF A KIND BROWN LEATHER DESK ARMCHAiR
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, fully restored, custom hand dyed cigar brown leather Viscount David Linley desk armchair which is part
Leather
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Arm Chairs for Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Arm Chairs for Selig
Brass
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H 26.38 in W 48.04 in D 30.71 in
Prototype Viscount David Linley Folding Desk and Chair in Satin Birch Art Modern
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original prototype folding desk and chair from
Birch
Pair of Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
By Dan Johnson
Located in Culver City, CA
With clean lines and stunning design, these Dan Johnson Viscount chairs at a touch of Mid-Century
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Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig in Teak and Brass
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Littleton, CO
An original 1950s Danish "Viscount" chair by Dan Johnson for Selig. Very solidly built and
Brass
Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's
By Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of ten Mid-century Viscount chairs with brass, light brown leather and rich walnut wood by Dan
Brass
Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's
By Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of ten Mid-century Viscount chairs with brass, light brown leather and rich walnut wood by Dan
Brass
Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Highland, IN
Often incorrectly attributed to Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, these elegant chairs are an early
Brass
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H 27.75 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, White / Ivory with Brass Arms, Original
By Dan Johnson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Dan Johnson viscount armchairs, 1950s, Denmark. Completely original. Off-white leather like
Brass
Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic midcentury viscount chair by American Architect Dan Johnson, circa 1950s. Great condition
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H 39.38 in W 21.26 in D 22.84 in
Suite of Six Premium Viscount David Linley American Walnut Dining Chairs 6
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Linley Classic American walnut dining chairs with original upholstery RRP £10,200 These are a very high
Upholstery, Hardwood
Dan Johnson Viscount Brass chairs, circa 1950s
By Dan Johnson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Dan Johnson "Viscount" brass armchairs, circa 1950s. Refinished in dark stain with new foam, orange
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
By Dan Johnson
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 Viscount chairs designed by Dan Johnson all newly restored in walnut and brass details and
Brass
Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Chicago, IL
Viscount chairs by Dan Johnson beautifully restored and reupholstered in dark walnut and steel blue
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Viscount chair by Dan Johnson, circa 1960. The chair is in very nice condition and has a great
Brass
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs - 1 Left
By Dan Johnson
Located in North Miami, FL
Viscount chairs by Dan Johnson. Newly refinished black frames with polished brass and gold aluminum
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautifully restored pair of Dan Johnson "Viscount" chairs. Gold-wash anodized aluminum and satin
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Black Lacquer and Raw Silk Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautifully restored pair of 1950s Dan Johnson Viscount chairs. Gold washed anodized aluminum arms
Aluminum
Set of Four Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs
By Dan Johnson
Located in New York, NY
Set of four elegant "Viscount" armchairs by Dan Johnson with beautiful brass details. Newly
Brass
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H 35.44 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Large Pair of Halo Viscount Williams Leather Club Armchairs Hand Dyed Tan #580
Located in Lewes, GB
A fantastic pair of large Viscount Williams armchairs, very impressive chairs and comfortable to
Leather
"Viscount" Set of Four Chairs by Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four chairs designed by American architect Dan Johnson in the 1950s. According to an early
Brass
Four Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
By Dan Johnson
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Set of four original Viscount chairs by Dan Johnson in great shape. Upholstery is very usable
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson
Located in Kingston, NY
Dan Johnson Viscount chair. Walnut and brass frame with original orange vinyl upholstery.
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
By Dan Johnson
Located in Southampton, NY
The Classic walnut and brass frame Viscount chair by Dan Johnson, circa 1950, in vinyl upholstery.
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair (Only One Available)
By Dan Johnson
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautifully restored "Viscount" chair by Dan Johnson. Black satin legs with gold-washed aluminum
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of "Viscount Chairs" in the Manner of Dan Johnson
By Dan Johnson
Located in Portland, OR
A pair of later production "viscount chairs" in the manner of Dan Johnson. These chairs are stylish
Brass
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs by Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Early mid-century modern chair design by American architect Dan Johnson. They were produced and
Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig, Walnut and Brass, 1950s
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in Hudson, NY
An iconic dining or side chair by the talented Dan Johnson for Selig with Walnut frame, elegant
Brass
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H 27.75 in W 22.25 in D 20.75 in
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs in Navy Leather and Wood Frame by Selig, Set of 4
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in Chicago, IL
Very rare set of four Dan Johnson for Selig dining chairs totally restored wood an brass and
Brass
Dan Johnson Viscount Armchair by Selig, 1950s
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in San Francisco, CA
This vintage midcentury 'Viscount' chair was designed by Dan Johnson for Selig, circa 1950s. It
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Viscount Dining Set by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Dan Johnson for Selig International in the mid-1950s, the Viscount chair is made of beechwood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$16,804 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$13,609 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
Oak, Fabric, Bouclé
Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb pair of armchairs in beech wood upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023
Fabric, Beech
$2,650
H 27.75 in W 22.25 in D 20.75 in
Completely Restored Dan Johnson for Viscount Mid-Century Brass Armchair 1950s
By Dan Johnson, Kodawood
Located in St. Louis, MO
Dan Johnson "Viscount" for Kodawood, distributed by Selig, armchair or desk chair, circa 1950s. Refinished in dark ebony stain with new foam, orange leather and polished brass. Arm h...
Brass
$2,895
H 28 in W 22 in D 20 in
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Cognac Leather and Brass Accent Armchair for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern “Viscount” armchair designed by Dan Johnson for Selig in Denmark circa 1950’s. This elegant design features a newly refinished walnut wood frame and freshly polish...
Brass
1950s Black Lacquer Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iconic Viscount armchair, designed by Dan Johnson for Selig. The frame has been carefully restored and finished in an elegant black lacquer. The brass armrests feature a rich, nat...
Brass
While most postwar furniture designers were looking to the future, Dan Johnson found inspiration in the past. The mid-century modern maverick is remembered for his beautiful armchairs, lounge chairs and dining tables with designs that are reminiscent of ancient Rome.
The American furniture designer began his career in the late 1940s by creating solid wood pieces like desks and dining chairs for California furniture manufacturer Hayden Hall. By the early 1950s, he was designing chairs and tables for American furniture importer and producer Selig. In 1955, Johnson moved to Rome on an apartment design commission. While there, he launched Dan Johnson Studio with the goal of bringing a modern approach to the Roman furniture of antiquity.
The pieces from this era of Johnson’s career are characterized by their sculptural metal designs. His most famous work was the elegant Gazelle line, sold in America by Selig. It features dining tables, coffee tables and multiple chair designs that involve a green “Pompeian Verde” patina, metal framing and traditional caning techniques. Due to a high manufacturing cost, the production line was limited and is highly exclusive today.
Another popular design by Johnson for Selig in the 1950s was the Viscount chair. More typical of the mid-century style, it was made with a wood frame, polished brass accents and orange leather upholstery. In the 1960s, Johnson designed a similar aluminum chair for American furniture manufacturer and distributor Shelby Williams, this one with blue upholstery.
Johnson died in 1978. The Gazelle armchair is in the collections of the Brooklyn Museum and Denver Art Museum, and a prototype of the Gazelle lounge chair is in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Interior designers regularly use Johnson’s furniture for upscale outdoor spaces in California and New York.
On 1stDibs, find Dan Johnson seating, tables, desks and more.
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.