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Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Very Stylish pair of Italian 1950ies chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Smart pair of Armchairs in a most perfect blonde wood patina, upholstered in faux shearling. Very comfortable, stylish and versatile pair with a great visual presence.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Teak

Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sofa, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
A beautiful 1950s Italian cream two-seater sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa with a structure crafted of bent walnut that adds to its durability and strength. One of the standout featur...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

A rare Original Pierre Jeanneret Teak Swinging Lounge Chair, circa 1955, India
Located in London, Fitzrovia
An extremely rare Pierre Jeanneret swinging lounge chair, circa1955. From Chandigarh.  Similar examples illustrated p 278, 323, 557    « Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, l’aventure i...
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairdesigned by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary architectu...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Oscar Tusquets, Mid-Century Modern, Black Ash Gaulino Spanish Easy Chair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gaulino easy chair designed by Oscar Tusquets manufactured by BD Barcelona design, circa 2010. Solid ash lacquered in black with seat in black hide. Gaulino chair which, desi...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Ash

Danish Modern Sculpted Oak & Teak Arm Chair by Arne-Hovmand Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern sculpted oak & teak arm chair by Arne-Hovmand Olsen. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing hi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Foam, Wood

1950s Restored Italian Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in quality velvet fabric including the new padding
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Velvet

Italian Leather Pink P60 Chair by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Italia, 1962
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This model chair P60 has been designed around 1962 by Vittorio Introini for the experimental "proposals" for Saporiti Italia collection. This model is made from real leather in origi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather

George Sowden follow artist Palace chair Memphis United Kingdom / Italy, 1983
Located in Skokie, IL
George Sowden follow artist Palace chair Memphis United Kingdom / Italy, 1983 Dimensions: 34 1/2” h × 19 1/4” w × 19 1/2” d Materials: lacquered wood Condition: Very good vintage ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

20th Century Italian Stildomus Maple Torcello Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern set of four Italian Torcello armchairs made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Maplewood, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Stildomus in good condition. The sculptural dining room chairs are covered in brown leather, supported by two wide, long wooden legs. Minor fading, scratches on the original leather, due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1960, Italy. Seat: 16.75" H x 17.25" W x 15.5" D Tobia Scarpa is an Italian architect and designer born in 1935, in Venice, Italy. In 1957, Scarpa graduated from the Iuav University of Venice, where he studied architecture. After his studies, he started working with the Italian architect Afra Scarpa, both of them are award winning postmodern Italian architects and designers. Over the years, Scarpa has designed for many Italian and international firms, such as B&B Italia, Flos, etc. His pieces can be found in museums across the United States and Europe. Afra Bianchin was an Italian architect and designer born in 1937, in Montebelluna, Italy and passed away in 2011. Stildomus is an Italian furniture manufacturer founded in 1956, in Pomezia, Italy by the Italian designer and entrepreneur Aldo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Maple

Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairdesigned by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in unesco’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary architecture of Le Corbusier’s Capitol Complex...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Early Rope-Edge Fiberglass Armchair by Charles Eames for Zenith/Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured between 1951 and 1952 by Zenith Plastics for Herman Miller, this is an early example of their classic fiberglass shell chair with a...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mid Century Club Armchair in Yellow Velvet, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Armchairs produced in the 1960s by Radom Furniture Factories. Very comfortable seat covered with high quality fabric. The armchairs are fully carpentry and upholstery. We can prepare...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary architecture of Le Corbusier’s Capitol Complex...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Italian Contemporary Creamy White Chenille and Wood Armchair
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful armchair upholstered with creamy white chenille, designed and handcrafted by us with structure in solid wood, legs and armrests. It is an object of high quality and refinem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chenille, Wood

Gianfranco Frattini, Wingback Armchair Model 877, Cassina 1959
Located in Argelato, BO
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, lounge chair, model 877, fabric, teak, Italy, 1959 This grand lounge chair is based on a solid construction, featuring strict lines and angular shap...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

1960's Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern executive arm chair for sale. Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in the 1950's. This one was manufactured in the 1960's, and has been professional...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Modular sofa for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, green linen, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture:...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as the spring chair, "Pikku Paimio" or Small Paimio in English. It is regarded as ...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Birch, Plywood

Pair of French Mid-Centruy Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Armchairs Offwhite Linen, 1980s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of French Mid-Centruy Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Armchairs Offwhite Linen, 1980s Light-footed and stylish armchairs in bamboo design. The sides and the back are decorated with a la...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Jean Gillon "Rodeio" Easy Chair, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in the 1960s by Wood Art Brazil.   Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was born in Lasi, Romania. In 1956, already possessing a consistent portfolio, he moved to São Paulo, where he dev...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather

Pair of Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari High Back Chairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Chiavari typical chairs was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the city of Chiavari in Italy, where they have since been produced in various models. Made of brown lacquere...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pierre Jeanneret Commitee Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Committee armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950 , relaunched in 2022. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Part of the Hommage à Pierre Jeanneret tribute collection, the din...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Pair Swedish Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Easy Chairs, Cognac Colored Leather 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two Pernilla easy chairs by the Swedish furniture designer Bruno Mathsson manufactured by Dux The chairs are made of lacquered steam bend beech stretched with canvas. Upholst...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech

Ignazio Gardella 'Digamma' Armchair in Emerald Green Lelièvre Fabric and Brass
Located in The Hague, NL
Designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1957, the Digamma lounge chair is a comfortable chair with roots in the late Italian modernist tradition. Its rational construction features two geometric sections - the rectangular upholstered back and seat - bound by a firm upholstered frame. The black metallic legs are finished off with Gardella's iconic brass 'duck' feet. The armchair has a three-position reclining backrest offering additional comfort and adjustability. This chair is a custom version realized by Santa & Cole for Kabinet Hubert, upholstered and sewn by hand in an emerald green Lelièvre fabric. This soft and dense fabric is a delicate combination of chenille and bouclé yarns. Ignazio Gardella was a member of the so-called third generation of the Modern Movement. He is considered one of the greatest exponents of Italian Rationalism, although he followed its principles in a much more personal way, searching to overcome its limitations. In 1957, he created the Digamma armchair...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Carla Armchair by Fratelli Boffi
Located in Milan, IT
An ode to midcentury charm and comfortable sophistication, this stunning armchair will be perfect in an entryway, in a living room around the coffee...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Textile

Mid Century, Haussmann Armchair Uph, by Robert & Trix Haussmann, Design 1964
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Haussmann chair is a vibrant timeless piece of comfort and elegance. This unique three-leg chair premiered at the "Haussmann Expo 64" and was designed by Robert & Trix Haussma...
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

Set of 2 Sofas and 2 Chairs, by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, 1963
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of two "Ateljee" three-seater sofas and two "Ateljee" armchairs was designed in Finland in the 1960s by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi. The frame is made of oak and the seat is co...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Patricia Urquiola ''Back-Wing Armchair', Wood, Foam and Leather by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This comfy armchair has the same distinctive aesthetics as the Back-Wing chair designed in 2018. Th...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Foam, Wood

Pair of Armchairs by Studio Glustin
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of armchairs upholstered with a Loro Piana fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Italian 1950's Wing High Back Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sculptural Italian 1950's wing high back arm chairs; supported on elegant walnut legs the front straight and ending in brass sabot and the back sabre shaped. The strong lin...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Carl Straub Modular Lounge Armchairs Vintage 1960s Boucle sofa Midcentury 1970s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and rare pair of wood and boucle fabric lounge armchairs by Carl Straub, that can combine to form a modular sofa. Supremely comfortable, and with a sleek low seat and back...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 194 Armchairs for Thonet, France, circa 1958
Located in Miami, FL
Distinctive pair of mid 20th century design armchairs, model CM 194. This pair of chairs are early works designed by the visionary designer Pierre Paulin for Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Very Stylish pair of Italian 1950ies chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Smart pair of Armchairs in a most perfect blonde wood patina, upholstered in faux shearling. Very comfortable, stylish and versatile pair with a great visual presence.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Mid Century Safari Chair in Red lacquered Beech by Erik Worts for Nils Eilersen
Located in Berlin, DE
This Mid-Century Safari Chair, designed by Erik Wørts for Niels Eilersen in the 1960s, is a striking example of Scandinavian modern design. Crafted from red-lacquered beechwood, the ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Beech

Full Twist Guest Chairs Maple Wood by Mark Goetz for Herman Miller, circa 2017
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of chairs was designed with a masterful eye. The solid maple wood construction has very modern and sleek lines, twisting and turning. The pieces of the frame meld together,...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Maple, Upholstery

MCM Tulip Swivel Armchairs White Shell & Black Cushions by Burke Set of 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Mid-20th Century Mid Century Modern Tulip chairs by Burke comprised of a white fiberglass armed shell or frame, white painted metal shaft, 4 prong fiberglass bases, & loose cushion pads with black hopsacking, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, the bases have been repainted & there is age related wear to the fiberglass frames including some crazing on the edges. The pads will need reupholstered & they have been priced accordingly. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Great things come in four’s…. For instance, The Beatles had 4 BRILLIANT band members, there are 4 incredible seasons in a year, a lucky clover has 4 leaves, and you could have FOUR of these AWESOME Burke Tulip chairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Gio Ponti Armchair for Cassina. Mod. "820", Italy 1950, Hotel Royal, Naples.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Gio Ponti designed this armchair especially for the Hotel Royal in Naples. The "Model 820" was produced by Cassina in the 1950s. The armchair has a wooden frame and is upholstered in...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Armchairs or Side Chairs in White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of armchairs designed by Milo Baughman circa 1970's. The chairs feature a thin frame construction with white naugahyde upholstery. Very clean all original condition.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, GFM 142 type Designed by Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair model GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. Frame is made from solid beech wood. The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best Polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchair have been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery material...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Pair of Cherrywood Armchairs by Paolo Buffa for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A stunning pair of fully restored armchairs by Paolo Buffa, designed in the 1950s for La Permanente Mobili Cantù. These chairs showcase Buffa’s signature blend of refined craftsmansh...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Wood, Cherry

Mid-Century Modern Conchula Armchair, Swivel, DEDAR White Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Conchula Swivel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Conchula swivel lounge chair is a room-defining furniture p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Marco Zanuso Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Reclining Armchairs, 50s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of reclining armchairs designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950s, the armchairs have been restored and upholstered in avio blue velvet with a gray mouse tail finish. The elongate...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Danish Henning Kjærnulf Kurul Chair by EG Møbler of Solid Oak + Sheep Skin 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Henning Kjærnulf Kurul armchair skilled crafted by EG Møbler in Denmark The chair is made of solid oak upholstered with new sheepskin which is very comfortable and "h...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Oak

Brown Leather Armchair Hancock and Moore Style Leather Club Chair With Ottoman
Located in Rochester, NY
This set is an Emerson Leather top grain leather Armchair and Ottoman set, from Hickory, North Carolina. This is a gorgeous armchair and ottoman, the p...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather

Four-Seat Cinema Bench by TON, Czechoslovakia, circa 1950
Located in Lucenec, SK
Four-seat cinema bench produced by TON in Harmanec, Czechoslovakia in circa 1950. Item originally used in a village cinema, made completely of wood and bended wood features typical f...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Beech, Plywood

Marco Zanuso Pair of Milord armchairs for Arflex
Located in Milano, IT
This splendid pair of Milord armchairs, designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in the 1950s, represents a masterpiece of mid-century Italian design, perfectly balanced between elegance...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Arm Chair for Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern armchair, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, is a true testament to the elegance of molded plywood. Featuring a sculptural silhouette, the chai...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Walnut, Bentwood

Mid Century Pair of Armchairs in Teak in the Style of Eugen Schmidt, around 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
This stylish pair of mid-century armchairs, crafted around 1960, reflects the refined modernism characteristic of Eugen Schmidt’s design aesthetic. Made from beautifully grained teak...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Ward Bennett, Armchairs, Oak, USA, 1971
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four oak "University" armchairs or dining room chairs designed by Ward Bennet and produced by Brickel Associates, USA, c. 1971. Model designed for the Lyndon B Johnson Libr...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Charles Rennie Mackintosh 312 Willow Trone-Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Trone-armchair designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1904. Relaunched in 1973. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This throne-like armchair is a new iteration of the model that...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Model 5681, by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by George Nelson, this pair of clean-lined model 5681 lounge chairs were produced by Herman Miller from 1956 to 1967. Raised on square chrome legs, the upholstered club seat...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Danish "The Spanish Chair" by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Furniture Model 2226
Located in London, GB
A later edition of the iconic "Spanish Chair" designed by Børge Mogensen’s in 1958 and manufactured for Fredericia. This version is made from solid oak combined with the highest cali...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Melchiorre Bega Italian Pair of Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Pair of armchairs design by Melchiorre Bega, Italy, 1950s. The chairs have a compact curved form and feature the original red upholstery fabric. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Wood

Henning Kjaernulf Brutalist Oak Razorblade Arm Chairs with original sticker
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A pair of restored Henning Kjaernulf brutalist oak armchairs in a unique razorback throne style. Designed by the renowned Danish designer, these chairs have been carefully renovated,...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Lambskin, Oak

Gerrit Rietveld Mid-Century Modern Wood Crate Chair, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Crate chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, executed circa 1950 by Metz and Co in Holland. In good original condition, preserving a beautiful patina...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Paul McCobb, Armchairs, Walnut, Velvet, Cane, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut, green velvet and cane armchairs designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Directional, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.625"H x 24.125"W x  26.125"D  ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Cane, Walnut

Set Of Six Russell Woodard Outdoor Sculptura Patio Armchairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful set of 6 vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura patio armchairs in rare green. Very nice condition having no breaks or weakness. 2 of the chairs retain their original "WOODARD...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style This elegant rocking chair from the 1970s embodies the timeless aesthetic of Thonet-style design, blending classic craftsmanship with a m...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Armchair "Fiorenza" designed by Franco Albini in 1952 for Arflex, Italy.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Armchair "Fiorenza," designed by Franco Albini in 1952 for Arflex, Italy. A highly collectible model produced for only one year by Arflex. This stunning pair of armchairs features sc...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Red Baby Utrech Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015. Baby version. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design for the Utrecht...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of King Tubby Rattan Armchairs by Platt & Young for Driade, Italy, 1990s
By Platt & Young, Driade
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern style pair of King Tubby rattan wicker armchairs or lounge chairs by the designer Platt and Young for the quality and famous italian desi...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rattan

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Coronado' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Coronado' lounge chair, cognac leather, Italy, 1966 The 'Coronado' lounge chair is designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B talia. The seat has a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather

Aluminum and Leather 1966 Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Schultz for Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
From Richard Schultz's collection for Knoll known widely as the 1966 Collection, the clean lines of the 25L lounge chair emphasize its understated design. A slender rectilinear frame...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

20th Century Danish Hansen Side Armchair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Danish wooden side armchair, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard - Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. The chair is formed with laminated Beechwood...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Beech, Mahogany, Teak, Plywood

Vintage Italian Brown Leather and Chrome Armchairs, 1980s, Set of Five
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Italian brown leather and chrome armchairs, 1980s, set of five.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Rare Pair of Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass and Brown Leather Shell Lounge Chairs
Located in Lafayette, IN
Wonderful pair of rare 1960s AFKA guest/side chairs by Krueger metal products. These chairs feature a white fiberglass shell, chrome steel frame...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Guglielmo Veronesi, 2 Perla Armchairs, Wood, White Fabric, ISA, Italy 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
Authentic icon of Made in Italy design, the "Perla" armchairs was designed by Giulia Veronesi and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy in the early 1950s. Its sensual curves and the elegan...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or 'Pastille', Finland, 1968
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An orange high gloss fiberglass 'Pastille' ('pastil' or 'Gyro') chair designed by Finish designer Eero Aarnio in 1968 for modern furniture maker Asko Oy in Helsinki, Finland. This vi...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fiberglass

Set of Eight Warren Platner Armchair.
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 8 Warren Platner armchair, newly upholstered. 3 armchair with the knoll logo . Very good vintage condition, please see video .
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrech Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair Mid-Century Italian Design Armchairs Gigi Radice for Minotti 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair midcentury Italòian Design armchairs Gigi Radice for Minotti 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Mid-century Modern armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Artifort, Knoll, and Pierre Paulin. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $134,145 while the average work can sell for $3,694.

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