George Mulhauser Furniture
Reflecting on George Mulhauser’s decades-long career conjures up images of him sitting in his well-known Mr. Chair — a luxurious reclining mid-century modern lounge chair for Plycraft made from a single sheet of plywood — and thinking to himself what mark he would leave on the world of furniture design.
Mulhauser studied industrial design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated in 1953. His early designs were quite venturesome and landed him his first design job in the Manhattan studio of architect, journalist and designer George Nelson, who was the director of design for legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer Herman Miller.
In 1955, Mulhauser designed his now-immediately recognizable Coconut chair. Angular and visually striking, this alluring lounge chair, with its sloping molded plastic shell, was something of a prelude. Soon, Mulhauser would make the acquaintance of American furniture designer Paul McCobb. Mulhauser collaborated with McCobb on concepts for molded fiberglass chairs, and McCobb’s Origami chair for Directional would become a big hit on the mid-20th century market.
Mulhauser kept busy. In his home studio, he sketched out each furniture design on paper and then translated them to handmade scale models. Mulhauser engaged his neighbors and family in trying out his sophisticated seating and gathered feedback for improvements. He designed his Mr. Chair for Plycraft — an adjustable armchair with a seat of tufted leather that yielded a series — and collaborated with many other companies throughout his career, including Directional, Singer, Overman and the Design Institute of America. He also taught furniture design at Pratt Institute, while the Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts brought him on as an instructor of 3-D design.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage George Mulhauser chairs, lounge chairs and other furniture.
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Creator: George Mulhauser
Plycraft Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Plycraft "Mr. Chair," designed by George Mulhauser, is an iconic mid-century modern piece renowned for its elegant, organic curves and comfortable design. Crafted from molded ply...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Metal
Walnut Leather Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A bent wood walnut Mid Century lounge chair with black leather seat sitting on a chrome base . Unlike the classic Eames lounge chair this model has a spring base for movement which f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Chrome
George Mulhauser Leather Ottoman Chrome Star Base for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Munich, DE
Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft´, USA, 1960s. Steel and faux black leather.
Measures: H 40 x W 54 x D 61 cm.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Steel
1st Generation Mr Chair and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser
Located in San Diego, CA
George Mulhauser designed this incredibly comfortable and attractive Mr Chair and ottoman in early 1960. We have restored the bentwood walnut shell and reupholstered in brand new bla...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
George Mulhauser, Sultana Chaise Longue, Moulded Plywood, Velvet, USA, 1960s
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted moulded plywood and brown velvet chaise longue designed by George Mulhauser and produced by Plycraft, USA, 1960s.
seat height 17”.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Velvet, Plywood
George Mulhauser Chair & Ottoman for Directional
By George Mulhauser, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s with original suede upholstery. There are some stains and wear present, but we like the look of used suede. Please refer to the photos for additional information
Ottoman - ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Metal
1960s vintage Mr. Chair and ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1960s vintage Mr. Chair and ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft. This iconic mid century modern chair features sculptural bent walnut armrests and new textured leather tufted up...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
Mid Century 1960s Plycraft Mr. Chair Lounge Chair George Mulhauser
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Baltimore, MD
Finely crafted vintage mid century, Plycraft's "Mr. Chair" lounge chair beautifully designed by George Mulhauser, for Plycraft, 1960's, swivel lounge chair. Features a stunning profi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Naugahyde, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Plycraft Mulhauser Mr Chair and Ottoman
By George Mulhauser
Located in Tulsa, OK
Iconic Plycraft George Mulhauser Mr chair and ottoman. Above average condition and structurally sound. Walnut veneer has some small chips and sligh...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Modern 1960s Plycraft George Mulhauser “Mr. Chair” and Ottoman
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Phoenix, AZ
1960s vintage Mr. Chair and ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft. This iconic mid century modern chair features sculptural bent walnut armrests and brand new black vinyl tufted u...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Walnut
Mrs. Lounge Chair in Walnut & Vinyl by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, c. 1960s
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a true Mid Century Modern masterpiece: the Low Back Lounge Chair designed by George Mulhauser. This iconic model, known as the "Mrs. Chair", is in 100% original, vintage condition making it ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Plycraft bentwood chair. Constructed from a bentwood walnut shell with mesmerizing woodgrains, this chair is both durable and stylish and an iconic piece of American Mid-Century Modern design.
George Mulhauser was an American industrial designer who gained fame in the 1950s and 1960s for his furniture designs. He was one of the most important designers of the Mid-Century Modern era, and his designs were frequently featured in the pages of the most prestigious design publications of the time. He was a major player in the furniture design industry and his designs were considered as modern for all...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Walnut
Mid 20th MCM Mr. Chair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid Century Modern “The Mr. Chair” lounge chair & ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft comprised of walnut bentwood frames or shells, tan vinyl or faux leather, black pa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Metal
MCM Mulhauser for Plycraft "Mr. Chair" Lounge Newly Upholstered in Plaid Leather
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser for Plycraft "Mr. Chair" Lounge Newly Upholstered in Burberry Print Blue Leather
Iconic Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser "Mr.Chair" Bentwood ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Leather, Wood
George Mulhauser Leatherette Mr. Chair Lounge & Ottoman for Plycraft - Set of 2
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser Mr. Chair Lounge & Ottoman for Plycraft in Black Leatherette
This is a an amazing timeless chair and ottoman by designer George Mulhauser for Ply...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Teak, Walnut
Bentwood Lounge Chair and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, USA, 1960s
By George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
As comfortable as it iconic this lounge chair and ottoman set, designed by the acclaimed George Mulhauser, is the epitome of functional art. Constructed of walnut plywood audaciously...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Walnut
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Mr. Chair Wingback Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1960s
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! Equal parts comfort and style this iconic wingback Mr. Chair, designed by the acclaimed George Mulhauser, is the epitome of functional art. In 100% original, vintage condition this ground-breaking model is practically as good as it gets for purists searching for an authentic wingback set. The shell, constructed of audaciously-shaped bent walnut plywood, has become instantly recognizable and timeless. The original Naugahyde perfectly offsets the rich walnut woodgrains and is sure to make a BOLD statement in any space it inhabits. Able to recline to a position of the sitter's preference via the hand-screwed adjuster as well as swiveling 360 degrees this extraordinary lounger is as versatile as it is visually captivating. Perfect in both the home or office settings this Mr. Chair set can blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops from MCM to Modern to Minimalism. Buy it as is or have us re-upholster the chair in a fabric of your choosing. Message us prior to checkout to discuss upholstery options and make this exceptional Mr. Chair yours today.
---Dimensions---
Chair Width: 32 in / 81.28 cm
Chair Depth: 32 in / 81.28 cm
Chair Height: 41.5 in / 105.41 cm
Seat Height: 15 in / 38.1 cm
Arm Height: 24 in / 60.96 cm
Ottoman Width: 25.5 in
Ottoman Depth: 21 in
Ottoman Height: 18.5 in
Condition Details: Save for a few minor veneer repairs this exceptional lunge chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Steel
Tufted Mr. Chair with Star Base by George Mulhauser for Plycraft in Walnut 1960s
By George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts comfort and style this iconic Mr. Chair, designed by the acclaimed George Mulhauser, is the epitome of functional art. The shell, constructed of audaciously-shaped bent w...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Walnut
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Green Sultana Swivel Armchair
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" swivel armchair or club chair
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Measures: 23"W x 21"D x 23.5"H. Seat height 15.5"; arm he...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut, Bentwood, Lacquer
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Blue Sultana Swivel Armchair
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" swivel armchair or club chair
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Measures: 23"W x 21"D x 23.5"H. Seat height 15.5"; arm he...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut, Bentwood, Lacquer
Iconic "Mrs. Chair" by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic "Mrs. Chair" by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, circa 1960s. This is the second version of the 'smaller "Mrs." chair that was introduced to provide an alternative for women in ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Naugahyde, Walnut
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Red Sultana Swivel Armchair
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" swivel armchair or club chair
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Measures: 23"W x 21"D x 23.5"H. Seat height 15.5"; arm height 24.5".
Red lacquered walnut...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut, Bentwood, Lacquer
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Yellow Sultana Swivel Armchair
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" swivel armchair or club chair
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Measures: 23"W x 21"D x 23.5"H. Seat height 15.5"; arm he...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut, Bentwood, Lacquer
Expertly Restored - George Mulhauser "Scroll" Sculpted Arm Chair for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare armchair designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft Co. in the United States circa 1950s. This extraordinary swivel chair has been sturdily constructed with laminated walnut bent...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Leather, Walnut, Scrap Wood
Expertly Restored - George Mulhauser "Scroll" Swivel Chair for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare armchair designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft Co. in the United States circa 1950s. This extraordinary swivel chair has been sturdily constructed with laminated walnut bent...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Walnut
Pair of Walnut Plywood 'Mrs' Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in London, GB
A pair of American walnut plywood lounge chairs from the 1960's by American designer George Mulhauser. This larger version is seen with the more rarely wooden legs. The smaller famou...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Silk, Plywood
Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser Lounge Chair & Ottoman in White Faux Leather
By George Mulhauser
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Modern George Mulhauser lounge chair and ottoman for Plycraft. Reupholstered in white faux leather, beautiful bentwood armrests, 1960's. Ottoman dimensions 24...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Bentwood
Set of 6 George Mulhauser Swivel Chairs for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 George Mulhauser swivel chairs for Plycraft. Walnut frames with fabric covered seats. Scrolled arms.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Fabric, Walnut
Restored Pair of Bent Ply Faux White Tufted Leather George Mulhauser Mr. Chairs
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Chattanooga, TN
There's something indescribably awesome about these Mulhauser chairs in tufted white upholstery. Cool, casual and comfortable in their skin. Anywhere they go, is exactly where they're supposed to be. If these chairs became sentient, they would ask for a highball and a cigarette. Sorry if I'm over-anthropomorphising these inanimate objects. Let me digress.
So, what you're looking at are two, early, very similar Mulhauser "Mr Chairs". They were procured from the same estate, but are most certainly from different production runs a year or two apart. Both chairs and ottomans swivel on 5-star metal...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Murphy Miller
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning 1960s lounge chair by Murphy Miller. This gently used swivel lounge chair boasts winged walnut armrests and vinyl upholstery. A vintage gem th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Walnut
Swivel Chair by Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual form not often seen, designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft. Swivel upholstered chair in orange vinyl with bent ply shell, c...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Plywood
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Sultana Chairs, Set of Four
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish set of four Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" dining or club chairs
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft,
USA, 1960s
Measures: 23" W x 21" D x 23.5" H. Seat height...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Bentwood, Lacquer, Upholstery
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Sultana Dining Set, 1960s
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" dining set
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Table measures: 41.75" W x 41.75" D x 26" H. Knee clearance: 25" H.
C...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Formica, Bentwood
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Sultana Dining Table, 1960s
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and stylish Mid-Century Modern "Sultana" dining table
By George Mulhauser for Plycraft
USA, 1960s
Measures: 41.75" W x 41.75" D x 26" H. Knee clearance 25" H.
Blue...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Formica, Bentwood
Vintage Bent Plywood Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser, Norman Cherner, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic mid-century modern bentwood side chair designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft of Massachusetts. Both original labels still intact, revealing an original manufacture date of...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Bentwood, Wood, Plywood
Iconic Space Age Version Mr. Chair and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Iconic space-age version of the Mr. Chair and matching ottoman by Plycraft. This molded ply lounge chair/ottoman is designed by George Mulhauser and made by Plycraft features stylish...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Vintage "Mr. Chair" and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This molded ply lounge chair by George Mulhauser features stylish wing-like arms, tufted vinyl, and a unique hardwood base with brass eiffel stretchers. The combination of mid-centur...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Faux Leather, Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Set of 6 Bent Plywood Dining Chairs by Cherner for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of six bent plywood chairs designed by Cherner for Plycraft. This set consists of four side chairs and two armchairs. The chairs are in excellent original condition, showing...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Furniture
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Upholstery, Plywood
Mr. Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A swivelling lounge chair and ottoman for Plycraft having molded walnut shells and bases form fitted with seamless upholstery that is devoid of tufting.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
Materials
Steel
Early All Original “Mrs. Chair” by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser
Located in Round Rock, TX
Swivel and tilt “Mrs. Chair” and ottoman designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, c. 1960s. Constructed of a molded walnut ply shell and a wood wrapped base. This smaller scale var...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Fabric, Walnut, Plywood
'Mrs' Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft in Walnut Plywood
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a more unique version of the larger "Mr. Chair" that Mulhauser designed in 1959 with a slightly smaller frame and a more rare wooden bent plywood leg base.
The chair was ma...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
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Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Midcentury George Mulhauser for Plycraft "Mr. Chair" & Ottoman
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful midcentury lounge chair & ottoman designed by George Mulhauser and manufactured by Plycraft. This vintage chair and ottoman have a ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Mulhauser Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Mulhauser furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
George Mulhauser furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Mulhauser furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Mulhauser were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles Pfister, Erwine & Estelle Laverne, and Kroehler Mfg. Co.. Prices for George Mulhauser furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $32,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,896.
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- Who is George Mulhauser?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023George Mulhauser was a furniture designer. He is best known for designing a chair called Mr. Chair, a luxurious reclining mid-century modern lounge chair for Plycraft made from a single sheet of plywood. Other famous designs by Mulhauser include the Coconut chair and the Origami chair. Shop a range of George Mulhauser furniture on 1stDibs.