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Viscount Chairs

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Dan Johnson

Located in Raleigh, NC

Warm cognac leather contrasts with the aged brass arms and dark wood frame, creating a layered palette of browns and metallic tones. The Viscount chair is one of Dan Johnson's most r...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

By Dan Johnson, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Raleigh, NC

Warm cognac leather contrasts with the aged brass arms and dark wood frame, creating a layered palette of browns and metallic tones. The Viscount chair is one of Dan Johnson's most r...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set 6 Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs / Black Lacquer and Brass / Selig
Set 6 Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs / Black Lacquer and Brass / Selig

Set 6 Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs / Black Lacquer and Brass / Selig

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in Buffalo, NY

Original finish shows authentic patina and wear consistent with a vintage piece of this age. leather contrasts with the aged brass arms and dark frame, creating a layered palette . T...

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Antique 1850s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair This chair measures: 22.75 wide x 21 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance 26.2...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Viscount David Linley Sycamore Wood Pimlico Occasional Side Chairs
Pair of Viscount David Linley Sycamore Wood Pimlico Occasional Side Chairs

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 Linley side chairs A very good looking and well made pair of designer side chairs, t...

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20th Century English Country Side Chairs

Materials

Sycamore

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair This chair measures: 22 wide x 20.5 deep x 27.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair clearan...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair - Pair
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair - Pair

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair - Pair

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Mid Century Brass and Walnut Chair - Pair Each chair measures: 22 wide x 20.5 deep x 27.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs by Dan Johnson, 1950
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs by Dan Johnson, 1950

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Arm Chairs by Dan Johnson, 1950

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in San Diego, CA

A sculptural study in proportion and restraint, this rare set of four "Viscount" arm chairs by Dan Johnson represents one of American mid-century design's most quietly extraordinary ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Midcentury American Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Midcentury American Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Midcentury American Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

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H 29 in W 22 in D 19 in

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 frame with walnut finish, slender brass coloured tubing that wraps around the back o...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of deep red leather 'Viscount' chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig
Pair of deep red leather 'Viscount' chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig

Pair of deep red leather 'Viscount' chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig

By Dan Johnson

Located in Kleinburg, ON

The chair has a distinctive mid-century modern style, with a curved backrest, angled arms, and tapered legs.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

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H 28 in W 23 in D 22 in

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.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

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H 28 in W 21.5 in D 20 in

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

Viscount chair by Dan Johnson, circa late 1950s. This example has a hand rubbed nickel arm and back and walnut frame.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson
Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson

Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson

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H 28.5 in W 22.25 in D 19.5 in

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 and newly finished walnut frame.

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Antique 1650s Chairs

Dan Johnson "Viscount Chairs", Denmark, 1950s
Dan Johnson "Viscount Chairs", Denmark, 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Set of four "Viscount" Chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig
Set of four "Viscount" Chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig

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 arms that surround upper portion of chairs, circa 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather

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H 27.75 in W 22.25 in D 20.75 in

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 arms made of solid brass. Elegant tapered legs are finely carved from bleached woo...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

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H 28 in W 23 in D 21 in

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 Johnson for Selig. Walnut frame with slim one piece brass wrap around arm. Newly upholst...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather Set of 4
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Chairs in Leather Set of 4

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 and curvilinear form, these chairs have the sweeping arms made of solid brass. Elegan...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Dan Johnson "Viscount" chairs by Selig
Pair of Dan Johnson "Viscount" chairs by Selig

Pair of Dan Johnson "Viscount" chairs by Selig

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Highland, IN

Often incorrectly attributed to Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, these elegant chairs are an early design by American architect Dan Johnson. They were produced and distributed by Sel...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Single Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson
Mid-Century Modern Single Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig
Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig

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H 28 in W 21.5 in D 21 in

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern viscount chair by American Architect Dan Johnson, circa 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Midcentury Walnut and Brass Dining Chairs, Pair
Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Midcentury Walnut and Brass Dining Chairs, Pair

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount Midcentury Walnut and Brass Dining Chairs, Pair

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dan Johnson for Selig Viscount midcentury walnut and brass dining chairs - pair.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Armchair for Selig
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Armchair for Selig

Dan Johnson “Viscount” Brass Accent and Leather Armchair for Selig

By Selig, Dan Johnson

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: ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

FULLY RESTORED VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ONE OF A KIND BROWN LEATHER DESK ARMCHAiR
FULLY RESTORED VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ONE OF A KIND BROWN LEATHER DESK ARMCHAiR

FULLY RESTORED VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ONE OF A KIND BROWN LEATHER DESK ARMCHAiR

By David Linley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage, fully restored, custom hand dyed cigar brown leather Viscount David Linley desk armchai...

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20th Century English Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Prototype Viscount David Linley Folding Desk and Chair in Satin Birch Art Modern
Prototype Viscount David Linley Folding Desk and Chair in Satin Birch Art Modern

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 David Linley A very good looking and well made desk, in birch, very much the Art Mo...

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20th Century English Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

Pair of Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
Pair of Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

Pair of Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

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H 28.5 in W 22.25 in D 19.5 in

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 Modern class and sophistication to every environment.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig in Teak and Brass
Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig in Teak and Brass

Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig in Teak and Brass

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Littleton, CO

An original 1950s Danish "Viscount" chair by Dan Johnson for Selig. Very solidly built and relatively heavy (not the lightweight Kodawood version produced later).

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's
Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's

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 Johnson.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's
Set of Ten Mid-Century Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson, c. 1950's

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 Johnson.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair
Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair

Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair

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H 27.75 in W 21 in D 20 in

Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Highland, IN

Often incorrectly attributed to Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, these elegant chairs are an early design by American architect Dan Johnson. They were produced and distributed by Sel...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson
Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson

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H 27.25 in W 22.5 in D 18 in

Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson

By Dan Johnson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic midcentury viscount chair by American Architect Dan Johnson, circa 1950s.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Suite of Six Premium Viscount David Linley American Walnut Dining Chairs 6
Suite of Six Premium Viscount David Linley American Walnut Dining Chairs 6

Suite of Six Premium Viscount David Linley American Walnut Dining Chairs 6

By David Linley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to this stunning suite of six original Linley Classic American walnut dining chairs with original upholstery RRP £10,200 Thes...

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20th Century British Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Dan Johnson Viscount Brass chairs, circa 1950s
Dan Johnson Viscount Brass chairs, circa 1950s

Dan Johnson Viscount Brass chairs, circa 1950s

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H 28.5 in W 22.25 in D 19.5 in

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 leather and polished brass. Arm height 26-3/8"

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

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H 28 in W 21 in

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 upholstered in aqua velvet fabric.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

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H 28 in W 21 in D 17 in

Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in Chicago, IL

Viscount chairs by Dan Johnson beautifully restored and reupholstered in dark walnut and steel blue chenille fabric.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

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H 28.25 in W 21.75 in D 21 in

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 combination of brass, walnut and leather (all original).

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs - 1 Left
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs - 1 Left

Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs - 1 Left

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H 26 in W 21 in D 20 in

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 details.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

Pair of Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

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H 18 in W 23 in D 22 in

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 black wood frames.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Black Lacquer and Raw Silk Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson
Pair of Black Lacquer and Raw Silk Viscount Chairs by Dan Johnson

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 and semi-gloss black wood frames.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs
Set of Four Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs

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 refinished and reupholstered in linen velvet.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Brass

"Viscount" Set of Four Chairs by Dan Johnson
"Viscount" Set of Four Chairs by Dan Johnson

"Viscount" Set of Four Chairs by Dan Johnson

By Selig, Dan Johnson

Located in San Diego, CA

Set of four chairs designed by American architect Dan Johnson in the 1950s. According to an early advertisement, the frame was completely manufactured in Denmark by old world craftsm...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Four Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs
Four Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

Four Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs

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H 28.25 in W 21.75 in D 21 in

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 though slightly worn.

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

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H 28.5 in W 22.25 in D 19.5 in

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

By Dan Johnson

Located in Kingston, NY

Dan Johnson Viscount chair. Walnut and brass frame with original orange vinyl upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair

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H 28.5 in W 22.25 in D 19.5 in

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.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chair (Only One Available)
Dan Johnson Viscount Chair (Only One Available)

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 and brass details.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of "Viscount Chairs" in the Manner of Dan Johnson
Pair of "Viscount Chairs" in the Manner of Dan Johnson

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 and functional as well.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs by Selig
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs by Selig

Dan Johnson "Viscount" Chairs by Selig

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H 28 in W 22 in D 20 in

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 distributed by Selig in the US. This design is light, lean, and elegant. A slender bra...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig, Walnut and Brass, 1950s
Dan Johnson 'Viscount' Chair for Selig, Walnut and Brass, 1950s

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 wrap arms, floating seat back and wishbone back leg construction - updated with ...

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs in Navy Leather and Wood Frame by Selig, Set of 4
Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs in Navy Leather and Wood Frame by Selig, Set of 4

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 reupholstered in navy leather. These are not the lightweight replicas made by Kodawood, t...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Viscount Armchair by Selig, 1950s
Dan Johnson Viscount Armchair by Selig, 1950s

Dan Johnson Viscount Armchair by Selig, 1950s

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H 25.75 in W 22 in D 19.25 in

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.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Viscount Dining Set by Dan Johnson for Selig
Viscount Dining Set by Dan Johnson for Selig

Viscount Dining Set by Dan Johnson for Selig

By Dan Johnson, Selig

Located in San Diego, CA

Dan Johnson for Selig International in the mid-1950s, the Viscount chair is made of beechwood, solid brass and upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Sets

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By Lane Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Van Nuys, CA

Early Mid-century sculpted teak occasional chair by designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb furniture company. The chair features a dark stain and a U-shaped back that form...

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Vintage Mid Century Gilbert Rohde Jens Risom Style Mahogany Dining Chair (C)

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century
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Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1950s by John Pyle for George Nelson, amazing original finish and patina. Iconic and very rare chair only a few were made, hard t...

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Wood

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By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Brussels, BE

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$980

H 29.14 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in

Model 31 Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model 31 chairs (3 pieces sold separately), design Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. Beech frame, reupholstered with quality model Bond 7 -fabric by Lauritzon. Good vintage condition, minor pa...

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Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1960s
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$2,786Sale Price|30% Off

H 30.71 in W 23.23 in D 21.26 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair by Hvidt & Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1960s

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Teak, Paper

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Viscount Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of viscount chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct viscount chairs — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Viscount chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Viscount chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Viscount Chairs?

Viscount chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,595, while the lowest priced sells for $975 and the highest can go for as much as $22,500.

Dan Johnson for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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.