John Stuart Armchairs

American

Grand Rapids, Michigan, was once known as “Furniture City” for its local mass-production industry that flourished from the mid-19th century into the early 20th century, led by furniture manufacturers like John Stuart. Stuart’s eponymous company, which would build showrooms in New York and Philadelphia, designed and sold elegant reproductions of various furniture styles, including 18th-century French and English furniture as well as what we now call mid-century modern home furnishings built by European craftsmen in the entrepreneur’s Grand Rapids factory.

In 1845, a British cabinetmaker named George Widdicomb arrived in New York before moving to Grand Rapids. There he set up a small cabinet shop in 1857 with a dozen craftsmen, including his son John Widdicomb. The store quickly found success due to Widdicomb’s English training and the dearth of other quality furniture makers in the region. Toward the end of the 19th century, Grand Rapids had earned an international reputation as a leader of American furniture manufacturing, and while the Widdicomb family would navigate some difficulty after the Civil War, they emerged anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, and then the Widdicomb Furniture Company. Widdicomb’s son started his own company in 1897, the John Widdicomb Company, and in 1929, the Grand Rapids–born John Stuart joined the company as a director.

Stuart, who had been in the furniture industry since 1913, was named president of John Widdicomb Company in the early 1940s and by then had formed John Stuart, Inc., with partner Herbert M. Rothschild. John Stuart, Inc.’s offerings included oak buffets and other dining-room furnishings crafted in the Tudor and Elizabethan styles, with cabinet doors and drawer fronts characterized by meticulously carved natural-world motifs and other decorative flourishes. Stuart also oversaw the design of reproductions of sophisticated walnut and mahogany Queen Anne side tables and dining chairs, with the latter marked by pronounced, vase-shaped curves in the back splats and cabriole legs. In 1952, the manufacturer and distributor’s founder sold the business, including the right to trade under his name, to the John Widdicomb Company.

Find a wide variety of vintage John Stuart furniture on 1stDibs.

Creator: John Stuart

High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen

$3,800

High Back Lounge Chair by Hvidt and Molgaard, Nielsen

By John Stuart, Hvidt & Mølgaard

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic high back version of the iconic Hvidt - Molgaard lounge chair, made by France and Daverkorsen, distributed by John Stuart Inc. This example is in very fine, original, untouc...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Paul Frankl Armchair for John Stuart

$1,200

Paul Frankl Armchair for John Stuart

By Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

For your consideration is this rare model 2254 ½ armchair designed by Paul Frankl in all-original, unrestored condition. It features a sculptural solid wood frame with delicate curve...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Classic Pair of John Stuart Mid Century Modern Teak Armchairs

$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off

Classic Pair of John Stuart Mid Century Modern Teak Armchairs

By John Stuart

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classic pair of mid century modern John Stuart armchairs beautifully made in teak with slat backs and raised velvet striped seats. One seat has a stain, but we have enough extra mat...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

John Stuart American Walnut and Brass Gray Suede Upholstered Armchair

$4,500

John Stuart American Walnut and Brass Gray Suede Upholstered Armchair

By John Stuart

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American (1950s) walnut armchair featuring a curved back with 5 pierced slats on sabre back legs, gray suede upholstered back and seat, button tufted with black piping, p...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Handsome Set of Five John Stuart Walnut Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

$2,800 / set

H 32.5 in W 22.5 in D 24 in

Handsome Set of Five John Stuart Walnut Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

By John Stuart

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome set of 5 John Stuart walnut dining chairs. This well crafted set consists of 2 arm chairs and 3 side chairs. The seat seats pads h...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany & Latte Bouclé c. 1950

$64,200 / set

H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in

Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany & Latte Bouclé c. 1950

By Paul Frankl

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A most special and large iconic set of Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs designed by one of the most beloved of all Paul Frankl fully restored from top to bottom with newly refinished bleached mahogany frames and new cushions and latte bouclé upholstery. Our shop has carried several Paul Frankl dining sets...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Mahogany, Bouclé, Upholstery

1950's American Design Sculptural Walnut Armchairs

$8,900 / set

H 39 in W 29 in D 33 in

1950's American Design Sculptural Walnut Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

1950's American design sculptural walnut armchairs, fully restored and re-upholstered in Kravet fabric, with minor wear and patina due to age and use.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

$3,650 / set

H 31 in W 23.75 in D 22.5 in

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Danish Jens Risom attributed Mid-Century Modern armchairs with new wool felt upholstery, circa 1960s . Button tufted. Tapered legs with minor loses and fading to wood. Good original ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Wool

Set of 14 Paul Frankl Corset Oak Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman in Latte Bouclé

$48,400 / set

H 34 in W 21 in D 23 in

Set of 14 Paul Frankl Corset Oak Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman in Latte Bouclé

By Paul Frankl

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Sultry large set of 14 Oak Corset Dining Chairs designed by Paul Frankl and produced by Brown Saltman newly professionally restored and refinished in original stain with new cushions...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Mid Century Modern Armchairs, Europe Mid-20th Century

$12,500 / set

H 30.32 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in

Pair of Mid Century Modern Armchairs, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid century modern design in Europe was driven by a desire to balance comfort, clarity, and everyday use. Emerging after the Second World War, it favoured honest materials, soft scul...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart

$500

H 16 in W 20 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart

By John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood

Set 6 Paul Frankl Style Mid Century Dining Chairs 2 Arm + 4 Side with New Fabric

$5,395 / set

H 33 in W 19 in D 20.5 in

Set 6 Paul Frankl Style Mid Century Dining Chairs 2 Arm + 4 Side with New Fabric

By Paul Frankl

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1950s set of six dining chairs in manner of Paul Frankl. Found in the US - unknown maker - these chairs are similar in style to the Corset chair des...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Cab Armchair 2 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s

$3,800

H 31.5 in W 22 in D 20 in

Cab Armchair 2 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Mario Bellini featuring handstitched black leather upholstery wrapped over internal steel frame. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy, ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Danish High Back Leather Lounge Chair, 1960

$2,400

H 37 in W 30.5 in D 33 in

Danish High Back Leather Lounge Chair, 1960

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great Danish high back leather lounge chair in well-aged red leather with down cushions and teak legs.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs

$8,500 / set

H 32 in W 25 in D 25 in

Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful set of six Paul Frankl dining chairs for Johnson Furniture. The chairs frames are made of cerused oak and are very sturdy and comfortable. Measures: 32 inches H x 23 in...

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1940s American Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Classic Danish Tufted Leather Lounge Chair

$3,450

H 37 in W 27.25 in D 31 in

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Classic Danish Tufted Leather Lounge Chair

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Charming and very elegant Classic Danish lounge chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen. Simple yet very refined design lines and very comfortable to sit in even for a tall pe...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Previously Available Items

Danish Modern Walnut Teak Rolling Armchair for John Stuart

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H 33.25 in W 22.5 in D 22 in

Danish Modern Walnut Teak Rolling Armchair for John Stuart

By John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Minimal, Danish modern, rolling, walnut and teak armchair designed for John Stuart features an ergonomic, single wide slat back that offers excellent support with upholstered seat in...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Walnut, Chenille

Ole Wanscher Model 109 Walnut Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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H 33 in W 24.5 in D 30 in

Ole Wanscher Model 109 Walnut Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By France & Søn, John Stuart, Ole Wanscher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scandinavian modern, lounge chair with ottoman by Ole Wanscher for France & Son distributed by John Stuart features a supple, walnut frame with ladder back and matching ottoman newly...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Authentic Set of 8 John Stuart Cane Chairs

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H 32 in W 22 in D 19 in

Authentic Set of 8 John Stuart Cane Chairs

By John Stuart

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 6 side chairs plus 2 matching armchairs, upholstered in black leather with a beautiful sheen and featuring airy canning. It has original stamp John Stuart, New York Grand Rapi...

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1940s Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ole Wanscher for John Stuart Walnut Lounge Chair Reupholstered in Blush Tweed

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H 30 in W 24.25 in D 30 in

Ole Wanscher for John Stuart Walnut Lounge Chair Reupholstered in Blush Tweed

By John Stuart, Ole Wanscher

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous rare midcentury lounge chair, by Ole Wanscher for John Stuart; labeled on bottom of backrest. Walnut wood, newly reupholstered in blush tweed. Model FD-109, structurally sou...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Beech

John Stuart Style Rounded Lounge Chair in Custom Red Leather

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H 26 in W 28 in D 30 in

John Stuart Style Rounded Lounge Chair in Custom Red Leather

By John Stuart

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

John Stuart style rounded lounge chair in custom red leather. Clean, bright frame with rich red leather upholstery and accent pillow.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pr. Finn Juhl Style Chairs by John Stuart

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H 30 in W 24.5 in D 20 in

Pr. Finn Juhl Style Chairs by John Stuart

By John Stuart, Finn Juhl

Located in New York, NY

Pair of stylish Mid Century Danish Modern style arm chairs, in the manner of Finn Juhl. Both are in very good condition, clean, solid and ready to use. Both have been reupholstered i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Arne Vodder FD 164 Teak Adjustable Lounge Chair

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H 38.25 in W 30.75 in D 33 in

Arne Vodder FD 164 Teak Adjustable Lounge Chair

By France & Søn, John Stuart, Arne Vodder

Located in Fulton, CA

A fine, original example of Arne Vodder's FD 164 adjustable, high back teak lounge chair. Exceptional original vintage condition with original finish and origin...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century McCobb Style Blue Velvet and Walnut Lounge Chair, 1960s

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H 30.25 in W 29 in D 31 in

Mid-Century McCobb Style Blue Velvet and Walnut Lounge Chair, 1960s

By John Stuart, Erwin Lambeth

Located in Miami, FL

A vintage Mid-Century Modern armchair, designed by K.C. Lambeth for Erwin Lambeth and retailed by John Stuart, circa 1960s. The newly reupholstered walnut chair has sculptural lines ...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair and Ottoman for John Stuart

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H 30 in W 24.5 in D 29 in

Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair and Ottoman for John Stuart

By John Stuart, Ole Wanscher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ole Wanscher for John Stuart. Chair and ottoman both signed. Reupholstered in brand new Maharam textile ...

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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair 1950s Danish White

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H 30 in W 31 in D 29 in

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair 1950s Danish White

By John Stuart, Finn Juhl

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a phenomenal, Danish teak armchair, with white leather upholstery, by Finn Juhl for John Stuart, circa the 1950s. I...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair Ottoman 1950s Danish

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H 30 in W 32 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl for John Stuart Teak Armchair Ottoman 1950s Danish

By Finn Juhl, John Stuart

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration are a magnificent, Danish teak armchair and ottoman, newly reupholstered in vintage fabric, by Finn Juhl for John Stuart...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Scandinavian Teak Lounge Chairs, Model FD109 by Ole Wanscher

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H 31.5 in W 24.5 in D 30 in

Scandinavian Teak Lounge Chairs, Model FD109 by Ole Wanscher

By Ole Wanscher, John Stuart

Located in Westport, CT

Exquisite pair of lounge chairs designed by Ole Wanscher, retailed by John Stuart, circa 1960s. New cushions upholstered in white linen. Teak frames fully restored.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern John Stuart Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Teak

John Stuart armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

John Stuart armchairs 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 John Stuart armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by John Stuart Inc., CFC Silkeborg, and FDB Møbler. Prices for John Stuart armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $5,600, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,800.