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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Mid Century F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning easy chair named "Butterfly" is designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1963.
It is produced by Artifort, a Dutch high quality furniture manufacturer.
The tubula...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Hillestak Armchairs by Robin Day, UK, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Hillestak armchairs designed in 1950s by Robin Day for Hille, UK. Oak wood and new upholstery with off-white velvet fabric.
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1950s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
1950's Italian Restored Mid-Century Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
A masterfully restored Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by typical angular seating and slim played and tapered legs with sophisticated brass endings. Fully rupholstered w...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Danish Midcentury Armchair in Teak by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng, Model 52, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Armchair in teak with reupholstered seat in great quality shearling lambswool. Made by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng stolefabrik, model 52 "Compass Chair", made in the 1960s.
The chair is in a good vintage condition.
This classic desk chair...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Lambskin
DOOQ Armchair Odisseia with Kelly Wearstler's District Fabric and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia armchair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury and comfort inspired by a futuristic era created by new visual experiences and concept...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Yoga Body Chair by Jim Warren for Pearl Dot 1979 Pair
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
An important and rare pair of chairs designed by Jim Warren and produced by Pearl Dot, England, they date from 1979. Very cleverly designed to reflect the whole human body, in its fu...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
Pair Hans J. Wegner "the Chair" Model JH503 in Oak for Johannes Hansen. Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautiful pair of "The Chairs" or "Round Chairs" designed by Hans Wagner and made by Johannes Hansen for distribution but Knoll International. These have been expertly refinished an...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Set Italian Walnut Armchairs, Model 814, Ico & Luisi Parisi for Cassina, 1960s.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Set of 2 Armchairs manufactured by Cassina, design Ico and Luisa Parisi, model 814, walnut structure, seat and backrest reupholstered in gray fabric. Cassina label on the underside o...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Skaala' Leather Lounge Chairs for Avarte, Finland, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible set of five collectible 'Skaala' lounge armchairs by Yrjo¨ Kukkapuro for Avarte, made in Finland, circa 1970. Featuring original burgundy red leather seat cushions, birch and tubular steel frames with sleigh legs capped with rubber feet.
*NOTE*, we have sold 2 chairs, so we have 3 left at this time. This listing is priced individually.
There is so much that make these chairs great. First, the birch wood backs and arms are so cool - making the chairs excellent to float within a room where the backs can be seen. Consider using as office guest chairs...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Bonino Armchairs Upholstered in Light Cowhide, Italy 1960s
By Bonino
Located in Utrecht, NL
The postwar boom years of the 1950s through to the 1960s were one of the periods of greatest influence of Italian designers. Design in the 60s paved a way to a more aesthetic approac...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Rocking Chair Dondolo by Verner Panton for Ycami, Italy, 1990s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern space age design armchair or lounge rocking chair model Dondolo in metal, leather and wood feet by the Iconic Danish designer Verner Panton for the italian editor ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Brutalist Solid Pine Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hilversum, NL
Introduce a bold statement piece to your interior with this Mid-Century Brutalist lounge chair, crafted from solid pine in Sweden during the 1970s. The chair’s strong, geometric de...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Pine
Pair of original LADY Armchairs by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
A pair of 'Lady Chairs', designed by Marco Zanuso. Italy, Arflex, 1951.
A pair of original 'LADY' lounge chairs designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Milano. The chairs are upholster...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1970’s Chevron Knit Oversized Chair and a Half
By Directional
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage Mid Century tan and cream chevron knit upholstered oversized cuddle chair, chair and a half. In good vintage condition with some minor wear and pilling to fabric. Made by Ala...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Olive Green Fabric Armchairs by Paolo Buffa with Walnut Frame, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s.
The armchairs feature a walnut frame and is upholstered in a high-quality olive green fabric, which is original and in excellent condition.
They are probably ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Marco Zanuso Italian Midcentury Velvet "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design couple of large and very comfortable armchairs lounge chairs model "Square" designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in 1962 with new upholstery in dusty ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Brazilian Modern Armchairs with Wheels in Hardwood & Velvet, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed for Brasilia’s iconic Palácio Itamaraty, which houses the Ministry of External Relations of Brazil, the "Jimi" armchair is a testament of Brazil's history. With i...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Puf For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Puf For Cassina
A design armchair with soft, generous contours, designed to bring home casual, sophisticated comfort that opens the door to new, freer ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Vladimir Kagan Model #100A Barrel Lounge Chair in Velvet, c. 1973, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare collectors piece is the Vladimir Kagan model #100-A 'Barrel Lounge Chair' on ball casters, designed in 1947, signed with Vladimir Kagan Designs label.
The gorgeous velvet is in a red color but with a hint of burnt orange tone giving it a beautiful warmth and softness that can benefit any space. Signature curvaceous arms make this Barrel chair easily recognizable by design fans and a go-to choice for top interior designs throughout the world.
This incredible collector's piece is a glimpse into Vladi's history. The 100-A Barrel chair was designed in 1947, this particular example was produced in circa 1973 in Kagan's new (at the time) state of the art factory in Long Island, after the Hugo Dreyfuss factory burned down in 1972. Highly sought-after by both collectors and interior designers - signed examples like this one being the most desirable as Kagan's designs were often copied throughout the years.
This Barrel club chair by Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a side chair, cafe or breakfast table chair, bedside chair...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Wrought Iron Chair att. to Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural wrought iron arm chair, with metal mesh seat and back. The chair is in very good, original condition, clean and ready to use.
Total H 31.5 x Arm H 24.5 x Seat H 17 x W 21.5 x D 20 inches.
Measures: Please view our extensive collection of vintage garden, patio, and poolside furniture listed at Barbarella Home...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Marked Stella Oak Swivel & Height Adjustable Desk Chair Eames Era France 1950
By Stella
Located in Miami, FL
Marked Stella Oak Swivel & Height Adjustable Desk Chair Eames Era France 1950
Seat Height: 19.75 inches
Arm Height: 29.38 inches
Category
1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Swivel Dining Armchairs by John Coleman for Allermuir, USA, 1990s
By Allermuir
Located in Almelo, NL
Modern Swivel Dining Armchairs by John Coleman for Allermuir, USA, 1990s
A stunning set of modern dining armchairs designed by John Coleman for Allermuir in the late 20th century, U...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Two Lounge Chairs designed by Marco Zanuso, 1962 Italy, Model "Woodline"
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Antwerp, BE
MARCO ZANUSO ICONIC set of two armchairs model "WOODLINE" for Arflex Italy, 1962. Wooden structure, covered in camel leather. The chairs are made in a laminated nut wood curved frame...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare early production Eero Saarinen womb chairsand ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newly upholstered i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1990s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s.
This original chair is produced in the 90's.
It is a cute and very comfortable chair.
The chair is jus...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Adolf Wrenger Large Bouclé Beech Wood Armchair Germany, 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Adolf Wrenger Armchair original, labelled, newly upholstered, Germany, 1950
A very rare wingback armchair with new wool Bouclé upholstery and in very good condition. Adolf Wrenger, ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1970s Pair of Armchairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Pace Collection
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Gorgeous space age brown pair of astonishing armchairs in velvet designed by Arch. Guido Faleschini for Mariani they are part of the "Pace Collection". The velvet is perfect an...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Danish Papa Bear Chair of Teak and Warm Yellow Wool, 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage Papa bear chair.
High lounge and library chair designed and made by a Danish furniture manufacturer in the 1950s.
The chair is in the s...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Fully renovated midcentury armchairs by Jaroslav Šmídek, 1960´s, set of 2
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These midcentury bentwood armchairs were designed by Jaroslav Šmídek and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s.
Made of beech wood and upholstery.
The armchairs are sturd...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Jacques Adnet French Presidential Velvet Armchair, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
This 1950s sculptural armchair by Jacques Adnet showcases his distinctive blend of modernist geometry and refined French craftsmanship. Recently restored in a soft yellow golden velv...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
Located in Conversano, IT
These fabulous shell armchairs are an authentic testament to Italian 1950s design, reflecting the distinctive style of Gio Ponti for Casa & Giardino.
They showcase the iconic scallo...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
AND Armchair - White Bouclet by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
And armchair brings warmth and comfort to your workspace with its compact dimensions and comfortable structure. It is an ideal choice for relaxing during your coffee breaks or for le...
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare and Exceptional Pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chairs c. 1973
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and exceptional pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg chairs and matching ottoman. Having its original midcentury ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Original Eva Chair by Giovanni Travasa, Italy, 1960s
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare, original 1960s Eva Chair designed by Giovanni Travasa in 1965, and produced by Bonacina, Italy. This example from a now closed independent boutique in Torino in rare white ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
A pair of Mid-Century Modern Drexel “dateline” Arm Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of 2 genuine 1950s Drexel Dateline dining chairs feature solid mahogany wood with fabric upholstery. They were produced for a short amount of tim...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of black lacquered Campanino armchairs, Enzo Rotella, Chiavari, Italy 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of Campanino armchairs produced by Enzo Rotella, made of stained beech wood and straw, manufactured in Chiavari, Italy, in the 1950s.
The wide seat and curved armrests characte...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Gio Ponti for Bonacina Continuum BP 16 Lounge Chair, Italy 1963
Located in Naples, IT
Rare bamboo 'Continuum' lounge chair model BP16 designed by Gio Ponti, manufactured by Bonacina. The chair is completely made of bamboo and wicker and still has its original upholste...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Early 20th Century Popular Rustic Armchair in Wood and Rattan
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two popular rustic armchair by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa early 20th century.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a b...
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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Matteo Grassi 'Korium' Leather Chair
Located in London, GB
Designed by Matteo Grassi in the 1970s, the 'Korium' leather chair is a striking example of Italian modernism, celebrated for its bold sculptural form and luxurious materials. Crafte...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1970s Vintage Warren Platner Occasional Chair Knoll Beige Knobby Wool
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The perfect glamorous vanity chair. Very sculptural wire armchair designed by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the 1970s. Dingy original wool blend woven KNOLL knobby biege ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
"Robert" Fireside Chair by Pierre Guariche Upholstered in Pierre Frey
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A "Robert" Fireside chair designed by Pierre Guariche and produced in the 1960s by Meurop.
Formed of tubular metal and reupholstered in decorative waves of fake fur that is a perf...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brazilian Modern Armchair MP-13 in Hardwood & Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967
Located in New York, NY
Available today, the MP-13 armchair, designed by Percival Lafer in Hardwood and Beige Italian leather, 1960s is nothing less than fabulous!
The super comfy armchair feature a Brazi...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60's.
This lovely Mushroom Chair is made in the 80's.
It is covered with the original Kvadrat Tonus wool ...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans J. Wegner, Armchair in Teak & Leather, "The Chair" model JH501, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
An iconic armchair in teak and leather, Model JH501, famously known as "The Chair," designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. This particular version, crafted in the 1950s by Johannes Hans...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Rare Model 107 Chair by Viggo Boesen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Denmark, c. 1940's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting an important and rare Model 107 Chair, designed by Viggo Boesen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk – an iconic masterpiece embodying the essence of early Danish Modern design.
Dati...
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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Low Armchair Minimal Italian Design Cromed Metal Faux Leather, 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Low armchair minimal Italian design cromed metal faux leather, 1970s.
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1960s bamboo ARMCHAIR in the style of Bonacina
By Bonacina
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Vintage Bonacina style armchair made of bamboo and faux leather dating from 1960.
Beautiful object constructed from curved bamboo cane and bound with wicker. The original seat was m...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Pierre Guariche (1926-1995), pair of G10 Bis armchairs, Airborne ed., 1953
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Guariche (1926-1995), pair of G10 Bis armchairs, Airborne ed., 1953
Ash wood molded plywood, lacquered steel tube and fabric
Height 76 × Width 83 × Depth 78 cm
Literature:...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Italian Blue Fabric and Brass Armchair from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
Good original vintage condition with some defects on the fabric for this armchair produced in Italy during the 50s. Brass feet.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
2 MODERNIST Oak ARMCHAIRS in RENE GABRIEL & PIERRE GUARICHE Style, France 1950
By Rene Gabriel
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular pair of large armchairs, Modernist, Bauhaus, Constructivist, Reconstruction, very dynamic architectural structures in solid dark oak, astonishing openwork backs, with a...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Oak
Midcentury Design Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage, midcentury armchair designed by famous Jindrich Halabala.
Original, good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Juliette" Armchair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Renowned for their innovative, high-quality furniture, Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron combined elegant form with straightforward functionality to create their iconic designs. ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
By Marco Zanuso
Located in LEWES, GB
An early, authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a luxurious, premium, burnt orange / rust coloured 100% mohair fabric. Brass feet with nat...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Pair of Large Scale Double-Sided Cane Club Chairs - 2 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent club chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. There ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Ash
Pair Of Armchairs, 1960s/1970s
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of armchairs in varnished wood and beige and blue fabric for the cushion
Good general condition, the fabric has been redone recently, small scratches and stains from use
Model...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Iron Hoop Chair with Canvas Seat and Wicker Back- Unknown Designer
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Hoop chair with an iron frame formed in an unusual round shape. The seat is in canvas and attached to the frame through grommets with a white whipstitch (likely non origin...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Nino Zoncada Attributed Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s, for Reupholstery
Located in LEWES, GB
An pair of Nino Zoncada attriuted lounge chairs, Italy, 1950s. The fabric has marks and the filling is slightly tired so these chairs are sold for reupholstery by the customer in the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair
Located in Soho, London, GB
Iconic easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret from the administrative offices of Chandigarh, India.
Restored and recaned in natural cane.
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Alky Chair by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Alky chair in green fabric, numbered on the legs. Seat height: 41 cm. Wear due to time and age.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Marcel Breuer Early Canvas Model B3 "Wassily" Chair by Gavina
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Dronten, NL
White Wassily chair designed by Marcel Breuer, circa 1925. Manufactured circa 1960 by Gavina, Italy.
Made in off-white canvas with chromed tubula...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Cintro Style Walnut Armchairs with Saddle Tan Leather Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
2 Contemporary Mid-Century-inspired "Cintro" armchairs constructed of sustainably harvested FSC-certified American Walnut hardwood, upholstered in saddle tan leather, fastened with b...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage 1960s Brutalist Kurul ArmChairs in Oak - style of Henning Kjærnulf Denma
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Vintage Danish design armchair in a bold, baroque brutalist design with a unique throne-like silhouette. Style of Henning Kjærnulf from the 1960s. This Kurul chair is Crafted from oa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Exceptional Giuseppe Amedeo Gori High Back Armchair, Lenzi, Italy, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Giuseppe Amedeo Gori and produced by Lenzi in Italy in the late 1950s.
The striking design is characterized by its high back, sculpt...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Diminutive Childs Chair Designed by Cleo Baldon for Terra
By Cleo Baldon
Located in Doraville, GA
A diminutive childs chair designed by Cleo Baldon for her own Terra furniture company. Cleo Baldon began her career by designing swimming pools for homes throughtout southern Califor...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Swivel Organic Modern Comfortable Upholstery Armchair Malibu in COM, Set of 2
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
This set includes:
2x Malibu Armchairs
Swivel Base
COM Upholstery, fabrics not included.
Like a warm embrace, Malibu round sofa welcomes yo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Superb Brno Armchairs for Knoll in Stainless Steel Not Chrome
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
beautiful set.
These are special order non-magnetic stainless steel frames with a different sheen and slightly different color then the chrome frames. Hand-polished stainless steel ...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Italian Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Lounge chair with cowhide and leather cushion and wooden frame. Reversible cushion. Seat height: 38 cm.
Wear due to time and age of lounge chair.
FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Cowhide
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Modular Sofà Italian Design Orange White Resin
Located in Palermo, Sicily
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Modular sofà Italian design orange white resin.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Resin
20th Century Gavina Studio Pair of Armchairs mod. Viscontea Red Leather, 1980s
Located in Turin, Turin
Dino Gavina began his activity as early as the 1940s with objects for theater sets, his great passion. Convinced of the need for design that was modern but also rich in poetry, he gr...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Rosewood 'Swinger' Rocking Chair, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Named the 'Swinger Chair' for its pivoting mechanism that allows you to swing in your seat, this incredible cocobolo rosewood and black leather 'Swinger' rocking armchair by leading 1960s modernist designer Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. (Mexico) is highly sought after by interior designers and avid collectors alike.
The thick black leather hides used for the sling are complemented with leather buttons connecting the sling to the frame of the chair. Matching black leather removable seat cushion has beautiful patina as can be seen in the photos. Artistically sculpted exotic cocobolo rosewood put together in an eye catching and interesting biomorphic form with shoemaker's signature rosewood insert accents for the feet and upper back of the chair. Exceptional craftsmanship utilizing innovative links and joints. Metal brackets connecting the seat to the frame allow the chair to gently rock - consider this as a nursing chair for the design-centric home. Senal S.A. label on lower bar of chair.
Mexican modern is a style that fits incredibly well with Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian or Danish Modern, Brazilian Modern, and Hollywood Regency. It is also a great addition for interior designers to turn an otherwise simple contemporary space and add a splash of wild and interesting.
Whether you are designing a Mid-Century Modern home, contemporary, post-modern or french neoclassical apartment, this Don Shoemaker Swinger...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Early Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair, Original Leather, C&B Italia, 1970s
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare first edition Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chair, in its original wonderfully patinated leather, produced by C&B Italia, Italy, in the early 1970s. Fast shipping worldwide....
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of MP-81 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, 1970, Brazilian Design
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. This pair of MP-81 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer comprises a solid wood structure with a single piece of seats and backs...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Wood
1950s Jindrich Halabala Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- The wooden parts have been refurbished
- The seat height is 45cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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