Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

American, German, 1927-2016

The pioneers of modern furniture design in America in the mid-20th century all had their moments of flamboyance: Charles and Ray Eames produced the startling, biomorphic La Chaise; George Nelson’s firm created the Marshmallow sofa; Edward Wormley had his decadent Listen to Me chaise. But no designer of the day steadily offered works with more verve and dynamism than Vladimir Kagan. While others, it seems, designed with suburban households in mind, Kagan aimed to suit the tastes of young, sophisticated city-dwellers. With signature designs that feature sleekly curved frames and others that have dramatic out-thrust legs, Kagan made furniture sexy.

Kagan’s father was a Russian master cabinetmaker who took his family first to Germany (where Vladimir was born) and then to New York in 1938. After studying architecture at Columbia University, Kagan opened a design firm at age 22 and immediately made a splash with his long, low and sinuous Serpentine sofa. Furniture lines such as the Tri-symmetric group of glass-topped, three-legged tables and the vivacious Contours chairs soon followed.

Kagan’s choices of form and materials evolved through subsequent decades, embracing lucite, aluminum and burl-wood veneers. By the late 1960s, Kagan was designing austere, asymmetrical cabinets and his Omnibus group of modular sofas and chairs. For all his aesthetic élan, Kagan said that throughout his career, his touchstone was comfort. “A lot of modern furniture was not comfortable. And so comfort is: form follows function. The function was to make it comfortable,” he once commented. “I created what I called vessels for the human body.”

A diverse group of bodies have made themselves at home with Kagan designs. Among the famous names who commissioned and collected his designs are Marilyn Monroe, Gary Cooper, Andy Warhol, David Lynch, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, and firms such as Gucci and Giorgio Armani. His work is in numerous museum collections, including those of the Victoria & Albert and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Because of its idiosyncrasy, Kagan’s work did not lend itself to mass-production. Kagan never signed on with any of the major furniture-making corporations, and examples of his designs are relatively rare. As you will see from the offerings on 1stDibs, even decades after their conception, Kagan pieces still command the eye, with their freshness, energy, sensuality and wit.

Creator: Vladimir Kagan

Rare Shield Back Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, circa 1959, Signed

$57,500Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Shield Back Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, circa 1959, Signed

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Attention collectors and design purists seeking the pinnacle of 20th-century American modernism: this exceptional set of eight rare model VK-103 'Shield-Back' dining chairs, designed...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Handmade Postmodern Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, 1980s, Signed

$8,700Sale Price / set|48% Off

Vladimir Kagan Handmade Postmodern Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, 1980s, Signed

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set of 1980s Postmodern lacquered black dining chairs by Vladimir Kagan, comprised of a set of eight side chairs, are extremely high quality - these chairs have significant heft, not overly heavy but very solid hefty chairs demonstrating the high quality construction you would expect from Vladimir Kagan's handmade workshop. Signed with Vladimir Kagan labels. *Note, we have another set of 8 chairs in this same style, 2 of the set are armchairs. The upholstery is slightly different so would be best to reupholster if you wish to combine the sets. These hard to find handmade dining...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Lacquer, Fabric, Wood

Vladimir Kagan 'Capricorn' Lounge Chair

$2,750 / item

Vladimir Kagan 'Capricorn' Lounge Chair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Vladimir Kagan, 'Capricorn' lounge chair, lacquered metal, United States, circa 1958 The Capricorn chair features a splendid construction that suits both indoor and outdoor settings...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Vladimir Kagan "Nobu" or "Cubist" Walnut Upholstered Dining Chairs

$5,400 / set

Pair of Vladimir Kagan "Nobu" or "Cubist" Walnut Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Contemporary American "Nobu" or "Cubist" dining chairs feature a flattened minimalist openwork frame with back and seat anchored to the front and back supports, upholstered i...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Set of 4 Capricorn Tall Back Chairs

$4,800 / set

Vladimir Kagan Set of 4 Capricorn Tall Back Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Miami, FL

A set of 4 Capricorn chairs by Vladimir Kagan. 2 chaises also available.

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1960s American Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Single Back Chair in Black Leather with Metal Base

$2,390

Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Single Back Chair in Black Leather with Metal Base

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Clifton, NJ

The kinetic lines of the Fettucini Chair fold together and gracefully join along the legs, drawing the eye across each contour.The floating backrest fl...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Fabric

Vladimir Kagan Swan Back Sofa

$27,500

H 29 in W 78 in D 29 in

Vladimir Kagan Swan Back Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vladimir Kagan Swan back Sofa faux leather and steel

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20th Century American Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Upholstery

Woven Rush-Backed Dining Side Chair by Mel Smilow

$3,270 / item

H 31 in W 18 in D 16 in

Woven Rush-Backed Dining Side Chair by Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow

Located in New York, NY

Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 2018, the woven rush dining side chair is classically midcentury. This collection...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Rush, Walnut

Kagan-Dreyfuss Swivel Chairs, Model 100A, by Vladimir Kagan

$15,000 / set

H 29.5 in W 30 in D 32 in

Kagan-Dreyfuss Swivel Chairs, Model 100A, by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kadnár

Located in Westport, CT

Set of sculptural swivel chairs in the style of Vladimir Kagan, circa 1980s. Fully restored by Stamford Modern, these elegant lounge chairs have been newly reupholstered in luxurious...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Walnut

Tito Agnoli x Calligaris Italian Postmodern Leather Dining Chairs, 1980s, Italy

$7,177 / set

H 35.04 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in

Tito Agnoli x Calligaris Italian Postmodern Leather Dining Chairs, 1980s, Italy

By Matteo Grassi, Calligaris, Tito Agnoli

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

A set of six Postmodern sculptural dining chairs designed by Tito Agnoli and handmade by Calligaris in Italy, 1980s. They feature a...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Leather

Modern Black Vintage Metal Faux Leather Tokyo Chair by Rodney Kinsman, 1985, UK

$1,016

H 29.34 in W 17.13 in D 16.15 in

Modern Black Vintage Metal Faux Leather Tokyo Chair by Rodney Kinsman, 1985, UK

By Rodney Kinsman

Located in Vienna, AT

Modern vintage chair was designed by Rodney Kinsman 1985 United Kingdom and made of black lacquered tube steel and a covered seat features black ...

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1980s British Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Metal

Hypatia Side Chair With Unglazed Leather Seat And Back On Walnut Frame

$2,900 / item

H 33 in W 18 in D 21 in

Hypatia Side Chair With Unglazed Leather Seat And Back On Walnut Frame

By Alex Stap, Brett Paulin

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The Hypatia side chair is beautifully Minimalist in design. Subtle and thoughtful details highlight the implicit characteristics of the materials, ultimately working in harmony to cr...

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2010s Canadian Minimalist Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan, Prudential Chairs, Rosewood, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, 1970s

$3,995 / set

H 36 in W 21.5 in D 25 in

Vladimir Kagan, Prudential Chairs, Rosewood, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, 1970s

By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan

Located in Southampton, NJ

"Prudential" armchair and sidechair designed by Vladimir Kagan circa 1974. Made by Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, in Rosewood. Gifted by the artist to an architect friend in North Eastern Mai...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

A pair of Italian walnut occasional chairs newly upholstered in velvet

$2,769Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 18.9 in

A pair of Italian walnut occasional chairs newly upholstered in velvet

Located in London, GB

A pair of 1940s Italian walnut occasional/Bridge chairs professionally restored & newly upholstered in cream velvet suede effect fabric.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan Capricorn Series Indoor Outdoor Lounge Chair

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 37 in W 22.13 in D 36 in

Vladimir Kagan Capricorn Series Indoor Outdoor Lounge Chair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Wayne, NJ

Vladimir Kagan Capricorn series indoor outdoor lounge chair. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your deli...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan Early Barrel Lounge Chair, 1950s

$8,450

H 27 in W 30 in D 32 in

Vladimir Kagan Early Barrel Lounge Chair, 1950s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Coronado, CA

An early "Barrel Lounge Chair" designed by Vladimir Kagan in 1947, with this example dating to the early to mid 1950s. The chair has been fully restored inside and out, and features ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair Upholstered in Champagne Ivory Peruvian Alpaca

$48,400

H 37.5 in W 32.25 in D 41.5 in

Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair Upholstered in Champagne Ivory Peruvian Alpaca

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Iconic Vladimir Kagan walnut rocker newly upholstered in the softest hide on Earth - Champagne Ivory Alpaca. Most certainly an important acquisition for any discerning and sophisticated collector, this beautiful Vladimir Kagan Rocking Chair is constructed of curved walnut with a rich grain. Look at that gorgeous silhouette. The angled back and seat feature an ergonomic design that aligns you in perfect comfort and relieves pressure points. Scrolled curved cushions are symmetrical and are designed to gently support the back of your knees and neck. This Vladimir Kagan Rocker...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Hide, Alpaca, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan "Tee" Arm Chairs in New Butter Cream Ivory Shearling

$28,400 / set

H 34 in W 23 in D 24 in

Vladimir Kagan "Tee" Arm Chairs in New Butter Cream Ivory Shearling

By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Vladimir Kagan was a master at creating furniture that caught your eye with unique lines and sculptural silhouettes and making your sitting experience feel luxurious and plush just l...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Aluminum

Previously Available Items

Vladimir Kagan, Side Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

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H 37 in W 18.5 in D 25 in

Vladimir Kagan, Side Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of walnut and green fabric side chairs designed and produced by Vladimir Kagan, USA, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.0"H x 18.5"W x 25.0"D Seat Height (inches): 18...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Vladimir Kagan 'Cubist' Side Chairs in Walnut, c 1967, New York

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H 35.5 in W 18.5 in D 22.5 in

Pair of Vladimir Kagan 'Cubist' Side Chairs in Walnut, c 1967, New York

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful set of Vladimir Kagan model #6724 sled based 'Cubist' chairs, circa 1967 New York. These side chairs feature walnut frames in an angular geometric form. Designed in 1967...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs, Grosfeld House, circa 1958

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H 39 in W 19 in D 25 in

Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs, Grosfeld House, circa 1958

By Grosfeld House, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Westport, CT

Highly sought-after set of side chairs, designed by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House, circa 1958. Sculptural walnut frames are fully restored, reu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Handmade Dining Chairs on Casters, Set of Six, c 1970s, Signed

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H 36.75 in W 23.5 in D 27.5 in

Vladimir Kagan Handmade Dining Chairs on Casters, Set of Six, c 1970s, Signed

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful set of signed Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs dining chairs, comprised of two handmade armchairs and four side chairs, and featuring its original brownish grey / grayish brown mohair fabric, walnut frames and on casters which are such an incredible convenience - until you've had dining chairs on casters you may not be aware of how nice it is to have. The loose cushions and upholstered backs make these chairs very comfortable. The classic Kagan Cubist...

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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vladmir Kagan Walnut Side Chairs

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H 37 in W 19 in D 24 in

Vladmir Kagan Walnut Side Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Long tapered legs and a suspended backrest make the shield back chair an optimal choice to create negative space and lighten heavy spaces. Hand-finished solid walnut highlights the n...

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

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H 35.5 in W 22 in D 25.5 in

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A swiveling organic armchair / desk chair designed by Vladimir Kagan. Organicly carved wood is paired with a high-end bouclé fabric. Produced by Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s. With metal plaq...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

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H 35.5 in W 22 in D 25.5 in

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A swiveling organic armchair / desk chair designed by Vladimir Kagan. Organically carved wood is paired with a high-end bouclé fabric. Produced by Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s. With label. ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

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H 35.5 in W 22 in D 25.5 in

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A swiveling organic armchair / desk chair designed by Vladimir Kagan. Organicly carved wood is paired with a high-end bouclé fabric. Produced by Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s. With metal plaq...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

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H 35.5 in W 22 in D 25.5 in

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A swiveling organic armchair / desk chair designed by Vladimir Kagan. Organically carved wood is paired with a high-end bouclé fabric. Produced by Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s. With metal pl...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Single Back Chair in Black Leather with Metal Base

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H 29 in W 23 in D 24 in

Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Single Back Chair in Black Leather with Metal Base

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Clifton, NJ

The kinetic lines of the Fettucini Chair fold together and gracefully join along the legs, drawing the eye across each contour.The floating backrest fl...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Leather

Set of 6 Vladimir Kagan Channeled "Clos" Chairs

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H 38.5 in W 20 in D 25 in

Set of 6 Vladimir Kagan Channeled "Clos" Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in North Miami, FL

This is a set of six "Clos" side chairs by Vladimir Kagan. This set represents a rare iteration of Kagan's iconic "Clos" chairs feature channel detailing on the seats, front and back...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Lucite

Rare Shield Back Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, circa 1959, Signed

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H 36.5 in W 18.75 in D 24.5 in

Rare Shield Back Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, circa 1959, Signed

By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Attention those who want the absolute best of the best of the best, your chairs have arrived. This pair of very rare and highly sought-after model #VK-103 'Shield Back' chairs by Vla...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Side Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Vladimir Kagan side chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Vladimir Kagan side chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 3 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original side chairs by Vladimir Kagan were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by Paul Frankl, George Nelson, and Brickel Associates. Prices for Vladimir Kagan side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,390 and can go as high as $7,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,400.