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Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of leather lounge chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, c.1990s, USA.

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany
Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany

Pillow Chair by Otto Zapf, 1980s Germany

By Topstar, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic executive desk Chair designed by the acclaimed German industrial designer Otto Zapf circa 1980.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

By Otto Zapf

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air of comfort, featuring generously-padded, pillow-like cushions upholstered in its or...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather
Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Otto Zapf for Knoll International, desk chair, leather, lacquered metal, United States, design 1974 When Bobby Cadwallader, the former president of Knoll, encountered the German des...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA
Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super comfortable leather desk chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International. Early 4 star base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA
Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA

Saddle Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s USA

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Who says the perfect desk chair doest exist...? Otto Zapf design for Knoll International.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous newly reupholstered leather management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

This gorgeous on trend highly patinated carmel brown leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International. Constructed of heavily cushioned sections , with w...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Otto Zapf Sofalette Leather Lounge Chair 2 Seater
Otto Zapf Sofalette Leather Lounge Chair 2 Seater

Otto Zapf Sofalette Leather Lounge Chair 2 Seater

By Otto Zapf

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The moduls were desigend as a 2 seater but can also be used as single lounge chairs. Otto Zapf founded together with Niels Vitsoe in 1958 the company Vitsoe+Zapf and ccoperat...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair
Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair

Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair

By Knoll

Located in Wichita, KS

A pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International black leather lounge chairs, Marked as manufactured in 1988 .

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Recent Sales

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Vitsoe
Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Vitsoe

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Vitsoe

Unavailable

H 25.5 in W 24 in D 35 in

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Vitsoe

By Otto Zapf

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair of Otto Zapf lounge chairs for Vitsoe, Germany, 1967.

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf resides in Königstein, Germany.

Category

Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf resides in Konigstein, Germany.

Category

Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf For Knoll Executive Lounge Chair
Otto Zapf For Knoll Executive Lounge Chair

Otto Zapf For Knoll Executive Lounge Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern chair designed by Otto Zapf and made by Knoll. Four-star chrome base that tils and swivels and new white upholstery in leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 31 in D 31 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf Executive desk chair. Chair tilts and swivels.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar
Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

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H 50.79 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

By Otto Zapf

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

Seat height between 44-56 cm The office chair designed by Otto Zapf in the early 1970s was first sold by Knoll Int. manufactured and later by the German office furniture manufactu...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll mid century upholstered office chair This chair measure: 30 wide x 27 deep x 35 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 25.5 inches All piec...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Zapf Chair
Zapf Chair

Zapf Chair

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H 36 in W 31 in D 27 in

Zapf Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Otto Zapf for Knoll, made in France

Category

Vintage 1970s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Upholstered Office Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll mid century upholstered office chair This chair measure: 30 wide x 27 deep x 35 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 25.5 inches ?

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll
Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Stamford, CT

We currently have six of Otto Zapf’s Executive Chairs in stock, each in its original condition, showcasing a rich patina that speaks to its history.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll
Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

Otto Zapf Executive Chair in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Stamford, CT

At a Glance: While modular design is commonplace today, it was still somewhat novel during the time of Otto Zapf, the designer of this now-discontinued Knoll Zapf Executive Chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous black leather executive management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs
1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs

1 vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchairs

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Chairs are upholstered in original gray fabric. Four star swivel and tilt base with casters. This listing is for 1 chair

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll
A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1970s

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

A gorgeous leather desk chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970s with knoll tag still attached.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 47 in W 31 in D 32.5 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf resides in Konigstein, Germany.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Zapf for Knoll, High back adjustable tilt swivel desk chair on five-star base with twin wheels. Original leather.

Category

Late 20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 35.5 in W 30 in D 31 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf executive chair, low-back lounge, tilt swivel adjustable seat height on wheels.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 38 in W 26 in D 28 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

"The Pillow Chair" zapf for Knoll executive lounge chair with tilt and swivel functions. Original leather upholstery with chrome base on rollers. Adjustable seat.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 29 in D 30 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Large pillow like cushions upholstered in original tan leather. Tilts and swivels with adjustable height.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

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H 44 in W 29 in D 30 in

Otto Zapf Executive Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Large pillow like cushions upholstered in original espresso brown leather. Tilts and swivels with adjustable height.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair
Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Leather Chair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Otto Zapf resides in Konigstein, Germany. (1) Knoll Otto Zapf executive chair. 1970s Design.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976
Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

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H 44 in W 30 in D 29 in

Otto Zapf Desk Chair for Knoll, 1976

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Otto Zapf resides in Konigstein, Germany.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar
Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

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H 47.25 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in

Otto Zapf Leather Office Chair for Topstar

By Topstar, Otto Zapf

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The rocker function, as well as the stepless height lock, work perfectly. The office chair designed by Otto Zapf in the early 1970s was first sold by Knoll Int. manufactured ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975
Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975

Otto Zapf Desk Chair by Knoll International, USA, 1975

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Highly comfortable and adjustable executive desk chair designed by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International United States, 1975.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair This chair measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 47 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clearance of 29 inches All piec...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international

By Otto Zapf

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air of comfort, featuring generously-padded, pillow-like cushions upholstered in its or...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll
Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Executive Low Back Office Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. Was previously reupholstered in new blue fabric. Designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair
Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair

Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Vienna, AT

Also referred as the pillow chair Otto Zapf conceived this chair originally for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Patinated Leather Executive Chair, Signed

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous highly patinated brown leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1979, signed with early Knoll International label.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Decatur, GA

Otto Zapf Executive Desk Chair for Knoll in Brown Leather, 1970s A striking executive desk chair designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll, showcasing the designer’s signature approach to erg...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Desk Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous leather executive management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Highback Executive Leather Desk Chair, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous highly patinated burgundy leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1981 .

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chair, c. 1985, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous leather management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985, signed with Knoll International label.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed
Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed

Pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Management Chairs, Signed

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These gorgeous black leather executive management desk chairs are by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, labelled and dated 1974.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Brown Leather

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Knoll Zapf Dark Brown Leather Low Back Side Office Chair Features: Upholstered Dark Brown Leather Five Star Base With Casters Tilt and Swivel Base This listing is for...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Zapf Chair in Tweed Fabric

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Knoll Zapf Advanced Low Back Executive Chair Swivels, tilts and rolls on casters Four star base Tweed fabric with upholstered arms ~ Multiple Chairs available, Price per...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair
1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair

1 Vintage Knoll Zapf Vintage Executive Low Back Armchair

By Otto Zapf

Located in Pasadena, TX

Chair is upholstered in original gray fabric. Four star swivel and tilt base with casters.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Cafiero Executive Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll International, Signed
Cafiero Executive Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll International, Signed

Cafiero Executive Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll International, Signed

By Knoll, Vincent Cafiero

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Also notable is the Otto Zapf chair and the Charles Pollack Executive task chair for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair by Otto Zapf for Drabert
Lounge Chair by Otto Zapf for Drabert

Lounge Chair by Otto Zapf for Drabert

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H 30.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

Lounge Chair by Otto Zapf for Drabert

By Otto Zapf

Located in Chicago, IL

Signed with decal manufacturer's label to underside cushion: [Drabert Sessel Lobbytop mit Arml. Leder Skinfine Nevada 4590].

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair
1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

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H 40.5 in W 30 in D 25.5 in

1970s Otto Zapf for Knoll Executive Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

Handsome Otto Zapf for Knoll executive desk chair in cognac leather on four-star base with casters included.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976
Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976

Otto Zapf Office Chair by Knoll International, Germany, 1976

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Otto Zapf office chair by Knoll International, 1976.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970
Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970

Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1970

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Wilnis, UT

Stunning desk chair by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International in the USA around 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970
Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970

Otto Zapf Executive Chair for Knoll International, USA, 1970

By Kill International, Otto Zapf

Located in Wilnis, UT

A stunning executive desk chair by Otto Zapf, manufactured by Knoll International in the United States of America, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar
Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

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H 35.04 in W 32.68 in D 31.89 in

Otto Zapf Desk Chair Low for Topstar

By Otto Zapf, Topstar

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

This comfortable office or desk chair was designed by Otto Zapf in the seventies.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Chair
Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Chair

Knoll Otto Zapf Executive Conference Chair

Located in Alhambra, CA

Fleece fabric with chrome swivel base. Item can be reupholstered in leather for an additional $600.

Category

20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll
Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll

Located in New York, NY

A luxurious desk chair in brown leather upholstery with swivel and tilt mechanism by Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs
Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs

Pair Of Leather Swivel Chairs

By Otto Zapf

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair of vintage swivel chairs in original butterscotch leather. Highback desk chair also available.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Grey Leather Executive Desk Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This very comfortable high back office or desk chair was designed by Otto Zapf and manufactured in West Germany for Knoll International.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage 1960s Otto Zapf Modular Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set, Mohair
Vintage 1960s Otto Zapf Modular Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set, Mohair

Vintage 1960s Otto Zapf Modular Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set, Mohair

By Otto Zapf, Vitsoe

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful vintage modular set, landscape seating, sofa and/or lounge chairs with stools, designed by Otto Zapf for Vitsoe, rare fiberglass base, solid made seats, with the authentic ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mohair, Fiberglass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Executive Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Austin, TX

Comfortable, cushioned executive style desk chair on swivel base, designed in the style of Otto Zapf for Knoll.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

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Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 6
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By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, China Red leather, Italy, 1978, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rel...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
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'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 “...

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Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
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By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

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2010s American Modern Stools

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Wood, Oak

IDE Travertine Stone Side Table, 17.7Ø"x18.5"H - Accent, End Table, Coffee Table
IDE Travertine Stone Side Table, 17.7Ø"x18.5"H - Accent, End Table, Coffee Table

IDE Travertine Stone Side Table, 17.7Ø"x18.5"H - Accent, End Table, Coffee Table

Located in St Petersburg, US

IDE Table: a stunning piece that embodies the natural elegance of travertine stone. This table is crafted with precision and attention to detail, making it a unique addition to any ...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Side Tables

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Travertine, Stone

Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Modular corner sofa, leather, Italy, 1970s A spacious L-shaped modular Italian corner sofa, upholstered in firm cognac leather. The cushions are generously padded with a rounded, pl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

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Pair of Delord & Garrault Floor to Ceiling Lamps
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$28,149 / set

H 110.24 in W 13.78 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Delord & Garrault Floor to Ceiling Lamps

By Garrault-Delord

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Pair of rare "Sol au plafond" (floor to ceiling) lamps, made of different section of metal tubes holding an enlightnen plexi globe. Adjustable height both at the top and bottom thank...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

$1,999 / item

H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange. This leather executive desk chair has swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in working condition...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
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Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires

$8,911 / item

H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in

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By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.

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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

$3,990 / item

H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in

Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

By Dusty Deco

Located in Los Angeles, CA

DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...

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Fabric, Beech, Velvet

De Sede DS 14 Lounge Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede DS 14 Lounge Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede DS 14 Lounge Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

De Sede DS 14 lounge chairs in patinated cognac leather, Switzerland 1970s These robust patinated De Sede lounge chairs ensure ultimate comfort and building quality with their solid...

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Nuvolone modular leather sofa 5 modules 70s Rino Maturi for Mimo Design
Nuvolone modular leather sofa 5 modules 70s Rino Maturi for Mimo Design

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By Mimo Padova

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Modular cognaq leather sofa Nuvolone model designed in the 1970s by Rino Maturi for Mimo Design. the sofa is composed of by 5 seats including 1 ottoman and a corner module. the Sofa...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Armadillo 1 Dark Brown High Back Swivel Office Armchair by Rainer Bachschmid
Armadillo 1 Dark Brown High Back Swivel Office Armchair by Rainer Bachschmid

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By Altek Italia Design

Located in Milan, IT

Designed by Rainer Bachshmid as part of the Armadillo series of executive office seating, this elegant swivel armchair has it all. Equipped with a 5-spoked, cast-aluminum base that c...

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2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980
Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

$2,800 / set

H 23.75 in W 32.5 in D 33 in

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chair, 1980. Original black leather. We have 20 of these chairs available.

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut

By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...

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Glass, Walnut

Mamun Bedside
Mamun Bedside

Mamun Bedside

$850 / item

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 13.78 in

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Located in Singapore, SG

Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...

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Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather

Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather

By Wiener Werkstätte, Hans Hopfer

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte 'Castell' modular sofa, leather, Austria, design 1972 Stunning and sizable modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte. This grand ...

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Leather

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Zapf Otto Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the zapf otto chair you’re looking for. Each zapf otto chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a zapf otto chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each zapf otto chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made zapf otto chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Otto Zapf, Knoll and Kill International are consistently popular.

How Much is a Zapf Otto Chair?

A zapf otto chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $550 and the highest can go for as much as $9,800.

Finding the Right Office-chairs-desk-chairs for You

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.