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Icon Chair in Powder Coated Steel and Leather by Christopher Kreiling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Icon Chair is made of steel and has a black powder-coated finish. Its joints are meticulously
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Emeco Icon Chair in Polished Aluminium by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
Icon is a stacking chair cousin to the famous Starck designed Hudson chair. It has been used in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Icon Chair in Brushed Aluminum by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
Icon is a stacking chair cousin to the famous Starck designed Hudson chair. It has been used in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Icon Chair in Powder Coated Steel and Rope by Christopher Kreiling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ICON Chair will add an architectural moment to any room. From all angles the silhouette offers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Icon Chairs in Steel and Rope by Christopher Kreiling
By Christopher Kreiling Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ICON Chair will add an architectural moment to any room. From all angles the silhouette offers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 12 Iconic Chairs by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, GB
Rare set of 12 dining chairs designed by Martin Eisler for Forma Moveis. Four chairs are made in
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in New York, NY
Iconic and rare chair and ottoman in sculpted walnut with black leather seat and inset leather
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Christian Dior Paris Silk Scarf Iconic Chair in Blue and Beige
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful silk scarf by Christian Dior in blue and beige colors features the iconic Dior chair
Category

Late 20th Century French Scarves

PLIA 50th Anniversary Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti
By Codiceicona, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Milan, IT
Codiceicona celebrates the iconic chair with a special edition curated and signed by Giancarlo
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Midcentury David Rowland 40/4 Black and Chrome Side Chair, 1970
By David Rowland
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic chair - marked by label
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Verner Panton Cone Chair
By Verner Panton
Located in Edmonton, AB
This iconic chair is in good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Steel
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Verner Panton Cone Chair
Verner Panton Cone Chair
H 33 in W 23 in D 22 in
Set of 3 Hans Eichenberger, Girsberger Leather Lounge Chairs, Switzerland 1966
By Hans Eichenberger, Girsberger
Located in Praha, CZ
- Iconic chair - Representative - Rare in set.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Desk Sculptural Chair, Superleggera by Gio Ponti, 1960s, Iconic
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
grams per chair. Still produced and sold today, the Superleggera is one of the most iconic chairs ever
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Zigzag chair prototype - Netherlands, 1970
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Iconic Zigzag chair prototype Netherlands, 1970 73,5 x 39 x 39,5 cm Iconic chair composed by four
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Zigzag chair prototype - Netherlands, 1970
Zigzag chair prototype - Netherlands, 1970
H 28.94 in W 15.56 in D 15.36 in
1970s Pair of High-Back Chairs by Mario Ceroli
By Mario Ceroli
Located in Paris, FR
A rare pair of iconic chairs by Mario Ceroli appearing into a famous painting by Giorgio de Chirico
Category

Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

1970s Pair of High-Back Chairs by Mario Ceroli
1970s Pair of High-Back Chairs by Mario Ceroli
H 77.56 in W 21.26 in D 17.33 in
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage French Traineau or Sleigh Dining Chairs, Baumann, France, 60s
By Baumann France
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Set of 4 "traineau" or sleigh chairs by Baumann, France, 60's Iconic chair. Their name comes from
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Verner Panton Cone Chair
By Verner Panton, Richard Nissen
Located in Oakland, CA
Verner Panton for Richard Nissen heart chair, circa 1959, Denmark. The sculptural iconic chair has
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Verner Panton Cone Chair
Verner Panton Cone Chair
H 33.25 in W 23.25 in D 23.25 in
Set of Six "Leggera" Chairs by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Extraordinary set of six original "Leggera" chairs designed by Gio Ponti. Iconic chair in early
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six "Leggera" Chairs by Gio Ponti
Set of Six "Leggera" Chairs by Gio Ponti
H 32.68 in W 18.9 in D 16.93 in
Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Corksrew swivel chairs By Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For your consideration we are offering these Iconic chairs in the original leather and fabric
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Michael Aram Cast Aluminum Skeleton Chair
By Michael Aram
Located in Bridgeport, CT
wherever you may choose to use it. Aram's iconic chair in cast aluminum. Signed. Surprisingly comfortable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spun Fiberglass Peacock Chairs - Pair of 2
By Russell Woodard
Located in west palm beach, FL
. These iconic chairs boast a striking peacock design crafted from spun fiberglass, blending retro charm
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Eero Saarinen Executive Side Chair For Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
chrome legs. This iconic chair is extremely comfortable and is the epitome of mid-century modern design.
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Reversível Chair, Brazil, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
One of the most iconic chairs in Brazilian midcentury designed by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Grete Jalk Molded Plywood GJ Chair
By Grete Jalk
Located in San Francisco, CA
, only 300 chairs were produced and few remain in existence today. This iconic chair is made by Lange
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Grete Jalk Molded Plywood GJ Chair
Grete Jalk Molded Plywood GJ Chair
H 30 in W 24 in D 25 in
Mid Century 70s Iconic "Acton Stacker" Turquoise Textile, Chrome Chairs-Set of 5
By Hugh Acton
Located in Madison, WI
the last 4 images in this listing. The Original, Iconic Acton Stacker chair, designed by the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Vintage Chairs by Augusto Bozzi, Italy, 1970s
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in Roma, IT
Italian furniture designer famous for designing his iconic chairs and armchairs.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Finn Juhl Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic chair was designed by Finn Juhl in 1957 and relaunched in 2007. The chair is part of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Finn Juhl Chair
Finn Juhl Chair
H 30.75 in W 24 in D 27.25 in
Scandia Junior Chair New Edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
iconic chair of Scandinavian design with its shell in glued laminated arched and veneered. The Scandia
Category

2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Scandia Junior Chair New Edition
Scandia Junior Chair New Edition
H 32.49 in W 21.26 in D 20.08 in
Karpen of California Slipper Chair with original fabric
By Karpen of California
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased to offer this great chair from Karpen of California. This 1960s iconic chair retains its
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

3207 chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1982
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
The Series 7 designed by Arne Jacobsen is one of the most iconic chairs in the history of Fritz
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Karate chair, Michel Cadestin for Airborne
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic chair is designed by Michel Cadestin for French furniture manufacturer Airborne, circa
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Karate chair, Michel Cadestin for Airborne
Karate chair, Michel Cadestin for Airborne
H 37.5 in W 37.5 in D 39.5 in
Pair of Club Chairs with Patina Leather Art Deco Vintage 1940
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
and very comfortable, these are iconic chairs. Slight differences in leather are visible due to old
Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vidar Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, set of 6
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Göteborg, SE
Vidar's chair is an iconic chair by Carl Malmsten's son Vidar Malmsten in the 1970s. Widely used in
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vidar Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, set of 6
Vidar Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, set of 6
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Pierre Paulin Lounge chair '' Big Tulip '' Artifort 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Big Tulip Lounge chair .Pierre Paulin designed this iconic chair in 1965 . for Artifort
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brescia, IT
4 iconic chairs by designer Arne Jacobsen. Known as the Series 7 chair, the 3107 chair is part
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Hans Wegner “The Chair” Early Example Teak, Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
An early pair of the iconic chair by Hans Wegner, seen on screen during the Kennedy vs. Nixon
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Karpen of California Horn Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in Blue Wool
By Karpen of California
Located in Oakland, CA
Karpen of California “Horn” lounge chairs are considered one of California’s iconic chair designs
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Pigreco Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Rovereta, SM
Fabulous set of Six "Pigreco" chairs. These iconic chairs were designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Modernist, 20th Century Italian Design Pierantonio Bonacina Bamboo Chairs, 1990s
By Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Catania, IT
Pair of elegant and iconic chairs made of bamboo by Pierantonio Bonacina. Founded in 1889, the
Category

1990s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

20th Century Italian Design Pierantonio Bonacina Bamboo Chair, Italy, 1990
By Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Cagliari, IT
Elegant and iconic chair made of bamboo by Bonacina Pierantonio. Bonacina, founded in 1889, has
Category

1990s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

Orange Eiffel Shell Chair By Charles And Ray Eames For Herman Miller, 1960s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Zohor, SK
age and use wear. This iconic chair has original stamps underneath. We have 5 chairs available.
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Brazilian Modern “Sheriff” Lounge Chair Designed by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Union City, NJ
1961. This iconic chair features a solid Brazilian rosewood frame with black leather cushions supported
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Exquisite Karpen of California ‘Horn Chair’ in Gold Fabric and Walnut
By Karpen of California
Located in Voorburg, NL
California’s iconic chair designs of the Mid-Century Modern period. It has a great sit and a perfect in home
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

In the Style Of Gerrit Rietveld Vintage Rood Blauwe Lounge Chair
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Bernville, PA
Iconic chair in the style of Dutch artist Gerrit Rietveld. The chair is constructed of maple veneer
Category

20th Century Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Harry Bertoia Baby Size Child Chairs - a Pair
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pair of wire child chairs designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. This iconic chair was
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Model 66 Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Chicago, IL
others available in variable conditions for various prices. Set of four iconic chairs imported by ICF in
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Toshiyuki Kita "Wink" Lounge Reclining Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1980
By Toshiyuki Kita, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
. This iconic chair design is part of the permanent collection at the MOMA museum in New York, Pompidou
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Audoux & Minet Lounge Chairs for Vibo Vesoul, France
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A good pair of Audoux & Minet lounge chairs for Vibo Vesoul, France. Made circa 1950 these iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash

Argyle Chairs, Design by Charles.R.Mackintosh, Atelier International Italy 90s
By Atelier International, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Lucija, SI
most iconic chairs of the famous Scottish architect, designer and painter Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Category

1990s Italian Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Gray Leather Dining Chairs by Gunlocke
By Jens Risom, Gunlocke
Located in Lafayette, IN
chair designs of the 20th Century! This is a wonderful set of iconic chairs that would make a striking
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of 6 Antique Thonet Bent Wood Bistro Chairs w Pattern
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Four of these iconic chairs share a classic design, while the two end chairs feature arms. All
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Midcentury Ironica Chair by Ton in Oak Wood, Czechoslovakia 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful and iconic chair produced in the mid-century modern design era. Produced by TOn as model
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Renato Venturi Set of 8 Italian Dining Chairs for MIM Roma, Italy 1960s
By MIM Roma, Renato Venturi
Located in Roma, IT
Italy. These iconic chairs have a solid wood structure and beautifully new ivory-coloured faux leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Teak

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jacques Charpentier, France, 1970's
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in New York, NY
Iconic chair & ottoman by jacques Charpentier. Re-upholstered with Lelievre fabric. In good vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
upholstered. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
H 30.32 in W 29.14 in D 26.78 in
Eames 50th Anniversary Executive Aluminum Group Desk Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
base . This iconic chair is still as fresh today as when they were first introduced with comfort in
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

BKF Butterfly Chair by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s incl. Sheepskin
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
excellent touch to this design icon chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

6 Eames 50th Anniversary Executive Aluminum Group Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
bases . These iconic chairs are still as fresh today as when they were first introduced with comfort in
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
base profilated base. Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
H 41.34 in W 33.86 in D 31.5 in
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Iconic Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of iconic chairs available for sale. Each of these unique iconic chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are 199 antique and vintage iconic chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 60 modern editions to choose from as well. Iconic chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Iconic chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Iconic chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Eero Aarnio, Lorenz+Kaz and Herman Miller are consistently popular.

How Much are Iconic Chairs?

Prices for iconic chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, iconic chairs begin at $10 and can go as high as $150,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,995.

Finding the Right seating for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Iconic Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Eames chair is iconic due to its sleek and handsome design, making it the first lounge chair of its time to depart from more traditional, bulky styles. It is also exceptionally comfortable. This mid-century chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the furniture company Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eames chairs from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Louis Ghost chair is iconic for its elegant clear Lucite design, created by Phillipe Starck in 2002. It makes it exceptionally versatile to incorporate into existing decor, as well as making it an eye-catching style statement. Shop a collection of ghost chairs from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.