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1900s German Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Crafted in the early 1900s, this exquisite German wooden chair epitomizes the timeless elegance and
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20th Century German Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Vintage 1900s German Wooden Chair
1900s German Wooden Chair
H 35.4 in W 16.9 in D 16.5 in
Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Wooden chair in faux bamboo, France, 70's Nice shape, very elegant reupholstered seat
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1970s French Chippendale Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Faux Bamboo

Vintage Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
H 33.86 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Set of six Wooden Chairs with Slatted Seats
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of six Wooden Chairs with Slatted Seats
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Set of six Wooden Chairs with Slatted Seats
Set of six Wooden Chairs with Slatted Seats
H 38.59 in W 20.87 in D 18.51 in
Pair of 1970s Spanish Rope Bottomed Wooden Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1970s Spanish rope bottomed wooden chairs.   
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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Rope, Wood

20th Century French Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the 20th Century French Wooden Chair, an embodiment of timeless elegance and old-world
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20th Century French Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Vintage 20th Century French Wooden Chair
20th Century French Wooden Chair
H 32.8 in W 15.2 in D 14.4 in
Set of 6 Mid-Century Scandinavian Wooden Chairs, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 mid-century Scandinavian wooden chairs - 1960s.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

1970s Pair of Spanish Handmade White Wicker Wooden Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s pair of Spanish handmade white wicker wooden chairs.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Indian Decorated Metal Veneered Wooden Chair with Reclining Backrest
Located in Marbella, ES
Indian Decorated Metal Veneered Wooden Chair with Reclining Backrest and Claw Feet
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Late 20th Century Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Metal, Iron

Pair of Lacquered Wooden Chairs, Imitating Bamboo, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of lacquered wooden chairs, imitating bamboo circa 1950; structure in very good condition
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Chairs with Bronze Fish Decoration
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Chairs with Bronze Fish Decoration
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

Pair of Oriental Style Wooden Chairs with Very High Backs
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of Oriental style wooden chairs with very high backs.
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Late 20th Century Asian Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Chair, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Set of Mid-Century Wooden Chair, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 Additional
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Chair, 1960s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Chair, 1960s
H 29.13 in W 16.93 in D 17.32 in
Set of 4 Green Carved Wooden Chairs, Scandinavia, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
A set of four green-stained wooden chairs with grayish-blue reupholstered seats and backs. These
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Wooden Chairs by Jacques Mottheau, France, 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of six French 1930s wooden chairs in oak by Jacques Mottheau (1899-1981).
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood, Oak

1970s Set of Six Wooden Chairs with Rope Seats
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s set of six wooden chairs with rope seats.
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Late 20th Century European Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Rope, Wood

1970s Set of Six Wooden Chairs with Rope Seats
1970s Set of Six Wooden Chairs with Rope Seats
H 29.93 in W 16.54 in D 14.97 in
1980s Set of Eight Wooden Chairs with Rope Seat
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Set of Eight Wooden Chairs with Rope Seat
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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Rope, Wood

1980s Set of Eight Wooden Chairs with Rope Seat
1980s Set of Eight Wooden Chairs with Rope Seat
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Italian Art Deco wooden chair with rounded profiles, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco wooden chair with rounded profiles, 1940s Wooden chair in Art Deco style with
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1940s Italian Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Wooden Chair Attributed to Gustave Gautier, France, c. 1950s
By Gustave Gautier
Located in New York City, NY
Wooden chair attributed to Gustave Gautier, France, c. 1950s. Handsome design consists of a
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1950s French Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 8 Brutalist Wooden Chairs, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern set of 8 brutalist Wooden chairs.
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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four Wooden Chairs with Wicker Grid Seat and Backrest
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of Four Wooden Chairs with Wicker Grid Seat and Backrest
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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

1970s Swedish Pair of Wooden Chairs with Wicker Seat and Back
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Swedish pair of wooden chairs with wicker seat and back.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Large wooden chair
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Amazing large wood veneered chair representing a sitting man. Very unique and decorative. Great
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1970s Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Large wooden chair
Large wooden chair
H 48.04 in W 26.38 in D 30.71 in
Italian modern light wooden chairs with black metal bars, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern light wooden chairs with black metal bars, 1980s Set of six wooden chairs. The seat
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Metal

1960s Danish Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back
Located in High Point, NC
In the innovative design landscape of 1960s Denmark, this wooden chair with an upholstered seat and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Modern Wooden Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the classic elegance of this set of 4 Mid Century Modern Wooden Chairs. Designed with
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1980s Malaysian Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

20th Century French Wooden Chair With Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century French wooden chair is an exemplar of classic elegance and sophisticated design
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20th Century French Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

1977 Mid Century Rustic Continental Carved Wooden Chair by Watkins
Located in Pasadena, CA
Embrace timeless elegance with the Mid Century Rustic Continental Carved Wooden Chair by Watkins, a
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1970s American Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Carlo Scarpa, Set of 6 Wooden Chairs for Gavina, Italy 1970s
By Carlo Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Argelato, BO
splendid and rare set of 6 wooden chairs made for Gavina in the early 1970s. An essential but highly
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Carlo Scarpa, Set of 6 Wooden Chairs for Gavina, Italy 1970s
By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
splendid and rare set of 6 wooden chairs made for Gavina in the early 1970s. An essential but highly
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Italian modern wooden chairs with triangular holes, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern wooden chairs with triangular holes, 1980s Set of six chairs entirely in wood. The
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of 2 Mid-Century Curved Wooden Chairs Attributed to A. & P. Castiglioni
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century curved wooden chairs attributed to Achille and Piergiacomo Castiglioni
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1960s Italian Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Melchiorre Bega Italian Wooden Chairs with Studs and Orange Velvet
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid set of chairs consisting of six wooden chairs from the 1960s, of fine Italian manufacture
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wool, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Northern Europe Red Wooden Chair, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-Century Modern northern Europe Red wooden chair, 1960s Chair in beech solid wood painted in
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Italian mid-century modern wooden chair with leather square seat, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wooden chair with leather square seat, 1960s. Wooden chair with square
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Set of Four Wooden Chairs Antonín Šuman, 20th Century
By Kovona, Mart Stam
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This set of four elegant wooden chairs was designed by the renowned Czech designer Antonín Šuman
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of Three Wooden Chairs with Black Leatherette Upholstery, Italy 60s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of three wooden chairs was made in Italy in the 1960s. The seat and the backrest are
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

1940s Wooden Chair, Frenstat Czechoslovakia
Located in Zohor, SK
. Strong chair with a beautiful wooden pattern and style. Great for any interiors. We have two of these
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Oak, Plywood

1940s Wooden Chair, Frenstat Czechoslovakia
1940s Wooden Chair, Frenstat Czechoslovakia
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
Set of 4 French Wooden Chairs with Red Faux Leather Cover, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of four French wooden chairs was made in the 1950s. The unusually shaped frame is made of
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

Italian modern red lacquered wooden chairs with ivory white fabric, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern red lacquered wooden chairs with ivory white fabric, 1970s Set of four chairs in
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Italian modern wooden chairs with hexagonal and seat scalloped decoration, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern wooden chairs with hexagonal and seat scalloped decoration, 1970s Set of three
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Italian modern yellow fabric and wooden chair by Bros/s, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Yellow fabric and wooden chair by Bros/s, 1980s Chair with yellow painted wooden
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Mid-Century Wooden Chairs
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant Mid Century chairs with blue imitation leather upholstery.The frame of the chairs is
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Zitan

1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
tapered wooden legs in a dark finish, creating a striking contrast with the soft upholstery. With their
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair
1960s French Wooden Chairs, a Pair
H 32 in W 27.3 in D 29.3 in
Tiny Wooden Chairs in Style African
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pair of small Style African chairs, dating from the 1960s. The small chairs are made
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1960s African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Tiny Wooden Chairs in Style African
Tiny Wooden Chairs in Style African
H 22.05 in W 24.02 in D 14.97 in
Pair of wooden chairs with armrests
Located in Milano, IT
, where the art of cabinetry meets the elegance of modern design. The chairs are characterized by a solid
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Pair of wooden chairs with armrests
Pair of wooden chairs with armrests
H 34.65 in W 20.48 in D 19.89 in
1950s Set of Four Wooden Chairs Painted in Pink
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Set of four wooden chairs painted in pink.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

1950s Set of Four Wooden Chairs Painted in Pink
1950s Set of Four Wooden Chairs Painted in Pink
H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Italian Art Deco wooden chairs with rounded structure and rectangular back 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco wooden chairs with rounded structure and rectangular back 1930s Set of six chairs
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

1900s Central European Wooden Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Back, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
Chairs. Each chair stands as a relic of a time when craftsmanship was an art, featuring sturdy wooden
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20th Century European Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden dining chair created in mid-20th century Germany. Ornate and well-postured, this smart
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Metal

20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair
20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair
H 31.7 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
1960s Wicker and Wooden Chair Set
Located in Budapest, HU
Chair set with clean, organic shapes that create a sense of flow and movement, complemented by
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1960s Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

1960s Wicker and Wooden Chair Set
1960s Wicker and Wooden Chair Set
H 28.75 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Austrian modern black wooden chairs by Ernst W. Beranek for Thonet, 1990s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian modern black wooden chairs by Ernst W. Beranek for Thonet, 1990s Set of five chairs with
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1990s Austrian Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Metal

2 Pigreco Style wooden chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and elegant pair of Mid-Century Italian chairs in lacquered wood in the style of the Pigreco
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Leather, Wood

2 Pigreco Style wooden chairs, Italy, 1960s
2 Pigreco Style wooden chairs, Italy, 1960s
H 24.02 in W 21.66 in D 16.93 in
Set of Four Wooden Chairs, Thonet, 1950s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
1950's set of Thonet chairs, Made of wood and fabric - fabric newly reupholstered Repolished
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four Wooden Chairs, Thonet, 1950s
Set of Four Wooden Chairs, Thonet, 1950s
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 21.66 in
Italy Post-Modern Design Black Wooden Chair
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an Italian design chair and we can find the style of the well known "Superleggera" by Gio
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Italy Post-Modern Design Black Wooden Chair
Italy Post-Modern Design Black Wooden Chair
H 33.47 in W 15.75 in D 18.51 in
Mid-century modern six wooden chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-century modern six wooden chairs by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, Italy 1970s Set of six chairs
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Wooden Chair with Leather Upholstery, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Wear consistent with age and use See leather, has slightly heavier signs of wear. See detailed pictures.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Metal

Renato Venturi for Mim Wooden Chairs, Italy 1960s
By Renato Venturi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Naples, IT
Chairs in wood and boucle fabric by Renato Venturi who designed these extraordinary chairs for MIM
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Ton Wooden Chairs in Pair, 1960s '2 Pieces'
Located in Budapest, HU
Mid-Century Modern chairs manufactured by Ton. The chair pair dates from the 1960s.  
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Ton Wooden Chairs in Pair, 1960s '2 Pieces'
Ton Wooden Chairs in Pair, 1960s '2 Pieces'
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
Pair of 1950s Spanish Wooden Chairs w/ Woven Dry Rope Seats
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1950s Spanish wooden chairs with traditional "cuerda seca" hand woven dry rope seats.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Rope, Wood

Vintage Set of 8 Wooden Chairs, 70s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Vintage set of 8 wooden dining room chairs. France, 1970s.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Set of 8 Wooden Chairs, 70s
Vintage Set of 8 Wooden Chairs, 70s
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 18.9 in
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Vintage Wooden Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage wooden chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage wooden chairs — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. Vintage wooden chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage wooden chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage wooden chairs over the years, but those made by Ercol, Lucian Ercolani and Eero Saarinen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Wooden Chairs?

Prices for vintage wooden chairs start at $75 and top out at $18,299 with the average selling for $900.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Vintage Wooden Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    To clean a vintage wood box, wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with mild dish soap and water. You can use a soft-bristled brush and soapy water to remove dirt from the hinges and clasp. Next, use a fresh, damp cloth to wipe away the soap and then finish by drying with a third cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wood boxes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique wooden high chairs look nice and are a fun idea, they are not often the safest choice of seating for babies. Old fashioned wooden high chairs that feature removable wooden trays or arms don't typically meet modern safety standards. Parents must be cautious if they wish to use these chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.