Whimsical Chair Attributed to Garry Knox Bennett (1934 - 2022)
By Garry Knox Bennett
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Whimsical chair attributed to Garry Knox Bennett.
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Whimsical Chair Attributed to Garry Knox Bennett (1934 - 2022)
By Garry Knox Bennett
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Whimsical chair attributed to Garry Knox Bennett.
Wood
Yves Boucard Pair of Manu and Elle High Back Modern Whimsical Chairs, Swiss
By Yves Boucard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Whimsical and fun Yves Boucard high back chairs. Dramatic freeform chairs are constructed of wood and hand-painted.
Wood
$1,714Sale Price|24% Off
19th Century Heywood Bros. and Wakefield Co. Natural Wicker Swivel Piano Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
Curlicues, various intricate weaves, braiding, swags, beads and balls are the elements that make up this most whimsical chair. The sturdy metal base with turning mechanism is wrapped...
Metal
Shearling Covered Shaped Back Chair with Wood Base and Legs with Metal Cap Feet
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Willow club chair is a whimsical chair that can be used in any room - shown covered in shearling with button detail on inside back with a contrast leather on the outside back and...
Sheepskin, Mahogany
Olavi Hänninen, Unique Experimental Chairs Gallo & Gallina 'Cock and Hen', 1985
By Olavi Hanninen
Located in Helsinki, FI
These whimsical chairs were on display at the Habitare trade fair in Helsinki in 1983 at the stand of Sisustusarkkitehdit SIO.
Birch
$2,797Sale Price / set|20% Off
Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Whimsical set consisting of four fine Italian-made leather chairs belonging to the 1960s.
Steel
$1,960Sale Price|30% Off
Whimsical Aluminum Chair With Full Bodied Horses
Located in Norwood, NJ
Highly unusual artist signed sculptural chair,. by Ray Lewis. More art than chair. Modern with an Art Deco influence. Sculptural cast aluminum horse chair by Ray Lewis. Designer cast...
Aluminum
Whimsical Aluminum Antler Chair Designed by Arthur Court, USA 1970's
By Arthur Court
Located in North Miami, FL
A fanciful American 1970s aluminum antler chair designed by Arthur Court, San Francisco (1928-2015); a new and innovating aluminum casting process led Arthur and Arthur Court Designs...
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Whimsical Iron Geometric Red Dining Chairs 1970s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage whimsical red faux leather iron geometric five ( 5 ) dining chairs or side chairs designed and executed in Austria 1970s.
Iron
Daniel Mack 'Chair Maker's Chair', 1989
Located in Dallas, TX
Daniel Mack is a talented craftsman and artist who did a small series of these whimsical 'tool' chairs in the 1980's. This chair titled "Chair Maker's Chair" was done in 1989 and has...
Wood
Postmodern Cardboard Sculptural Chair, Frank Gehry Wiggle Chair Style, 1980s
By Vitra, Frank Gehry
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Postmodern 1980s whimsical sculptural chair in brown cardboard and reminiscent of Frank Gehry's Wiggle Chair.
Paper
The Cloud Chair – Handcrafted Bouclé and Lacquered Wood Accent Chair by MAGILORE
Located in Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT
A Gentle Embrace in the Nursery Whimsical yet sophisticated, The Cloud Chair by MAGILORE is a celebration of softness and sculptural form.
Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
Unique Folk Art Chair, early 20th Century
Located in Portland, OR
Crafted of scraps and oak wine barrels, it is a whimsical and spirited little chair. A conversation starter for sure- it is actually quite comfortable due to the curvature of the sea...
Steel
Late 19th Century Decorative Painted Side Chair
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Combining refined craftsmanship with whimsical artistry, this chair is ideally suited as an accent chair in a bedroom, dressing room, or formal sitting room.
Wood, Paint
Vintage Coastal Rattan Pineapple Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the charm of this Vintage Coastal Rattan Pineapple Chair, a whimsical masterpiece that brings tropical elegance to any interior.
Fabric, Rattan
Henry Holland Studio Cumulus Mohair fabric, Bronze and Ceramic Chair
By Henry Holland Studio
Located in London, GB
The Cumulus chair is a whimsical floor sculpture designed to start conversation and draw admiration.
Bronze
Miss Wirt Chair by Philippe Starck for Disform 1982
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in Munich, DE
His products have sensual, appealing forms suggestive of character or personal identity, which are often given clever or whimsical names. This chair is in the permanent collection of...
Fabric
Set of Four 20th Century Century Faux Bois Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
The refined upholstery perfectly complements the chairs' whimsical yet elegant form, striking a balance between organic artistry and tailored precision.
Wood
English Terracotta Coral-Inspired Grotto Chair with Patina, Circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English terracotta coral inspired Grotto chair from circa 1900. This whimsical English terracotta Grotto chair from circa 1900 captures the imagination with its coral-inspired des...
Terracotta
Postmodern Pair of Side Chairs by Denis Balland For Fermob France in Lacquer
By Fermob
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of folding chairs very rare hard to find, Lacquered steel frame with plastic rollers for folding, seat and back of lacquered wood slats.
Metal
Rare vintage mid century figural chair by John Risley, USA 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare whimsical mid century figural chair by John Risley, USA 1960s.
Steel
Pair of Design Institute of America DIA Dining or Occasional Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of whimsical steel chairs with brushed finish and cushioned seat by Design Institute of America DIA, 1993.
Steel
Beech Prototype Chair by Stefan Wewerka, Germany Second half of the 20th Century
By Stefan Wewerka
Located in Utrecht, NL
There was a tendency to mix and match styles and materials, resulting in eclectic and sometimes whimsical pieces, like this prototype chair by Stefan Wewerka.
Fabric, Beech
1985 Rare Postmodern Side Chair by Denis Balland For Fermob France
By Fermob
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical folding chair rare hard to find, Lacquered steel frame with plastic rollers for folding, seat and back of lacquered wood slats.
Metal
Modernist White Wire Garden Chairs in the Manner of Mathieu Matégot, Pair
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist white wire garden chairs in the manner of Mathieu Matégot - pair. Stunning pair of Mathieu Mategot style white iron wire garden chairs that feature an amazing oval clamshe...
Iron
Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A whimsical hand painted wooden chair with upholstered leopard print cushion.
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Gattona Brown Solid Walnut Dining Chair with Pony Leather by Nigel Coates
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Embrace the whimsical elegance of the Gattona Chair—a perfect addition to your lounge area that brings joy and sophistication to any space.
Leather, Wood, Walnut
$2,681
Zampa by Jonathan Bocca
By Jonathan Bocca
Located in Lucca, IT
Zampa is a vibrant yellow chair that exudes energy and playfulness. Its unique design, resembling the paw of a playful animal, imbues it with a fun and whimsical character.
Polystyrene, Wood, Paper
Pair of Tony Paul Chairs
By Tony Paul
Located in Oakland, CA
These whimsical chairs were designed by Tony Paul and were distributed by Raymor in the 1950's.
Iron
Set of Four Sunflower Chairs
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Whimsical set of four sunflower chairs constructed from fibre glass with faux stone and painted decoration.
Fiberglass
Custom Chiang Mai Dragon Chairs, Pair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Traditional French chairs whimsically upholstered in Schumacher’s bold-hued Chaing Mai Dragon.
Brass
Glow Chair 'Grey' in Recycled Plastic
By Kim Markel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs from NY designer Kim Markel are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Plastic
Glow Chair 'Aqua' in Recycled Plastic
By Kim Markel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs from NY designer Kim Markel are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Plastic
Glow Chair 'Yellow' in Recycled Plastic
By Kim Markel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs from NY designer Kim Markel are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Plastic
Glow Chair 'Pink' in Recycled Plastic
By Kim Markel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs from NY designer Kim Markel are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Plastic
Luxurious Fur Wingback Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This whimsical wingback chair is upholstered in rabbit fur mosaic supported by four gracefully constructed wooden cabriole legs.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 19 in D 18 in
Glow Chair in Aqua, Handmade from Cast Recycled Resin, Acrylic and Plastic
By Kim Markel
Located in Beacon, NY
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Resin, Plastic, Acrylic
Floral Lounge Chair Modern Midcentury
Located in Pasadena, CA
The tapered walnut-finish wood legs complete the look of the lounge chair, allowing the chair to be whimsical and simultaneously modern and elegant.
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 19 in D 18 in
Glow Chair by Kim Markel in Grey, Handmade from Cast Recycled Resin / Acrylic
By Kim Markel
Located in Beacon, NY
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Resin, Plastic, Acrylic
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 19 in D 18 in
Glow Chair by Kim Markel in Pink, Handmade from Cast Recycled Resin / Acrylic
By Kim Markel
Located in Beacon, NY
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Resin, Plastic, Acrylic
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 19 in D 18 in
Glow Chair by Kim Markel in Yellow, Handmade from Cast Recycled Resin / Acrylic
By Kim Markel
Located in Beacon, NY
Translucent and whimsical, these chairs are handcrafted from a variety of recycled plastics, both thermoset and thermoplastic.
Resin, Plastic, Acrylic
Postmodern Wendell Castle Red Fiberglass Castle Lounge Chair
By Wendell Castle
Located in Detroit, MI
This striking Wendell Castle lounge chair was designed and produced, circa 1970. Similar to Castle’s Molar chair, the whimsical, organic sculptural form is a signature of his playful...
Plastic, Fiberglass
Unavailable
H 26.81 in W 23 in D 21 in
Pair Krogenäs Møbler of Norway Pine Armchairs with 4 Legs, ca. 1960
Located in Memphis, TN
Designer authenticity is fire-branded on piece in runic script. Chairs are as whimsical and sturdy as they are good-looking, they'll add vintage flair and warmth to any home.
Pine
Unavailable
H 26.81 in W 23.75 in D 16 in
Pair Krogenäs Møbler of Norway Pine Armchairs with 3 Legs, ca. 1960
Located in Memphis, TN
Designer authenticity is fire-branded on piece in runic script. Chairs are as whimsical and sturdy as they are good-looking, they'll add vintage flair and warmth to any home.
Pine
Pair Whimsical Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
A most unusual pair of chairs. Chairs have a sculptural look with the way the arms extend out into a hand. Great profile with curving legs.
Wood
John Risley Mustachioed Anthropomorphic Wire Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
A whimsical chair in the form of a seated man wearing a suit and hat sporting a mustache by John Risley.
Wrought Iron
Antique Romanian Folk Art Painted Country Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
This highly painted, whimsical chair still maintains the original red and blue Folk Art paint of Romania.
Sold
H 54.5 in W 24.5 in
Pair of Midcentury Figural His and Hers Steel Wire Patio Chairs by John Risley
By John Risley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A pair of classic, figural his and hers wire chairs by John Risley. I love the concept of functional art and these whimsical chairs are no exception.
Wonderful Whimsical Corner Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An odd and wonderfully shaped chair with corner shaped back and seat that's rotated to be a diamond, having pretty pickled finish wood, cabriole legs, and lovely centre carved wood d...
Pair Whimsical "Fish" Side Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
A most unusual pair of iron sidechairs in the form of a fish. The chairs are like sculptures. The distressed blue painted finish compliments the subject and form of the chair.
Metal
PAIR OF WHIMSICAL SIDE DINING CHAIRS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PAIR OF WHIMSICAL SIDE CHAIRS COVER IN BERRY FAUX LEATHER CROCODILE AND CRYSTAL BOTTOM TUFTED SILK VELVET.
Leather, Velvet
Set of Four Whimsical Twig Chairs.
Located in Miami, FL
Fantastic group of 4 carved wood chairs with caned seats. Beautiful crafstmanship, fantastic details.
Arthur Umanoff Whimsical Slatted Garden Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in North Miami, FL
In original distressed orange and yellow painted wood, these chairs are perfect for interior or exterior décor. ALL original. Sold as PAIRS - yellow or orange. Seat height is 17...
Metal
Wonderful Whimsical Rare Tree Stump Art Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Great looking chair carved into a massive tree stump. This functions as not only a great conversation and art piece, but also a usable chair. The stump is not hollow and is very heav...
Mahogany
Whimsical Pair Of Wrought Iron Porter's Chairs
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fun pair of porter's chairs from the estate of Shari Lewis (of "Lambchop" fame), in wrought iron with custom silk Ikat canopies and cushions, circa 1950.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Whimsical Studio Wood Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of three legged studio wood chairs by an unknown wood worker. Incredible detail throughout including a through single dovetail joint. Each chair measures 20" wide, 25" deep and...
Wood
Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.
“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames.
Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.
The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office.
A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
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