Mid-Century Modern Seating
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
Sculpted Bench in Claro walnut by Erickson Woodworking
Located in Nevada City, CA
The Sumi Settee by Erickson Woodworking is a fully sculpted two person bench with a low back and continuous curves that feel as good as they look. Every Settee is made by hand, one a...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with patinated tan leather.
Frame in beech.
Made by DUX.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Sprij Meubelen, Vlaardingen, Netherlands, 1950
Located in Dronten, NL
A set of organic shaped walnut armchairs made circa 1950 by Sprij Meubelen in Vlaardingen, The Netherlands. Mid-Century Modern design and the self-evident quality of that era.
The ...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva sofa or daybed.
Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak fram...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Belgian Mid-Century Cognac Buffalo Leather Loveseat by Durlet
By Durlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Belgian Mid-Century, cognac buffalo leather loveseat by Durlet. The Durlet company was founded in 1966 by Egide Durlet and from the start the company opted for manufacturing top qual...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair Adrian Pearsall Barrel Form Swivel Chairs New Blue Silk Blend & Tulip Bases
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sapce-age chairs is one of Adrian Pearsall's most iconic and rare designs, and these are great examples. These chairs are elegant and striking with their circular design...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
American Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained and carved oak and yellow fabric lounge chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Dimensions: 33” H x 31.375” W x 36.4” D
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Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Patricia Urquiola Beam Sofa System For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Beam Sofa System For Cassina
An innovative upholstered seating system, supported by a beam that allows sectional elements to be combined i...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Leather "Scoop" Dining Chairs by Holly Hunt A Pair
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of leather scoop dining chairs by Holly Hunt. Retaining metal label "Studio H A Holly Hunt Collection". Solid hardwood frames in exc...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Danish Loveseat by Domino Mobler Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted casual Danish loveseat with solid teak wood frame and legs making for sturdy and super comfortable seating . Upholstered in a medium beige toned diagonal patterne...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Adrian Pearsall 'Havana' chair and ottoman
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Mid century modern chair and ottoman designed by Adrian Pearsall for his company Craft Associates in the 1960s. This set probably earned the Havana moniker as it evokes a romantic im...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Dimensions: 32.25” H x 85.5” W x 40” D
Seat Height...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel and Tilt Chairs
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An iconic pair of swivel and tilt chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Chairs are every bit as comfortable as they are good looking. Unmarked, as they appear to have b...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Four Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker Counter Stools with Chrome Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand style wicker counter height stools with chrome legs and 19" seat height. In original condition with wear consistent with age...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int. Bird Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1970
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A pair of pieces that have been together since 1971, both of which are well-known by the designer and the design, so I'd better tell you about this one that's gracing our gallery. It...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
1960's Olive Brown Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic leather chair with ottoman in olive brown buffalo leather raised on rosewood legs. This rare model which resembles the fabled model V11 was designed by Illum Wikkelsø and m...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Danish Oak Dining Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 6
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A set of 6 vintage oak dining chairs crafted in Denmark in the 1960s/70s, inspired by Henning Kjærnulf’s style with bold, brutalist' wood carvings on the legs. Each chair is solid wi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600 sectional sofa in 27 elements, Full brown leather.
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600 sectional sofa in twenty-seven elements, Full brown leather, fabric, Switzerland, 1972
"Mid-century modern De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600 sectional sofa in twenty-...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Carrillo Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carrillo Ottoman is crafted from solid wood and features the signature rear leg design of the Carrillo Lounge Chair. It looks elegant as a stand-alone piece or paired with the Ca...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Milo Baughman Chrome Wave Chaise Lounge in kiwi green Italian Leather
Located in Saint Louis, US
Indulge in the perfect blend of style and comfort with the original Milo Baughman Wave Chaise, reupholstered in luxurious kiwi green Italian calfskin leather. Its sleek, contoured de...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Restored Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Restored 1960s Herman Miller Eames chair. Vintage fiberglass shell on later base of steel and wood runners. Signed and guaranteed authentic. Embossed with Herman Miller emblem undern...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of rattan and bamboo stools/poufs by Tito Agnoli, 1960
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Pair of rattan and bamboo stools/poufs by Tito Agnoli, Made in Italy, 1960.
Beautiful Pair of handcrafted curved bamboo, rattan and wicker poufs. These poufs were designed by Tito ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Lounge or Armchair by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, German Design, 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 86 × 80 × 69 × 42 cm (33.9" × 31.5" × 36.6" x 27.2" × 16.5")
Width × Depth × Height × Seat Height
This original mid-century armchair was designed by Dieter Rams in the 1...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Fiberglass, Suede
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclè Curved Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair with curved backrest and rounded shape, Italian design from the 50s. The armchair has been completely renovated in our laboratories, with new padding and springs for maximum...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Danish 1940s Curved Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb and rare sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen as model 1668 probably in the 1940s. The model was seen in Fritz Hansen's catalog #4202 in 1951 and earlier...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Joe Colombo 'Elda' Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Fiberglass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963
The ‘Elda’ chair is one of the most well-known designs of Italian designer Joe Colombo. This lo...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Midcentury Folke Ohlsson Dux Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman - Teak Bracket Back
Located in Decatur, GA
Rare bracket back version of the Profil chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden. All new full grain veg tanned saddle tone leather. New foam, straps and batting. Solid old growth te...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Portola Round Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Portola Ottoman - Round has a handcrafted solid wood frame with an attached cushion. Pairs with the Portola Lounge Chair. Also available in a square design.
The Lawson-Fenning C...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Studio Made Solid Oak and Leather Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Round Rock, TX
This striking studio-crafted cantilever chair from the 1970s channels the bold spirit of Mexican and Brazilian modernism mixed with American craftsmanship,
Crafted from solid oak, ...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Tito Agnoli for Cinova Daybed Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Cinova, sofa or daybed model 711, leather, laminated wood, brass, Italy, 1968
Cubic sofa that can be transformed into a daybed ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant and organic looking Danish 1930-40s curved two-seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up throug...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Chenille, Oak, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Stool by Knoll, Pink
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Miami, FL
Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Stool by Knoll, Signed. Aluminum and Pink fabric.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Morro Dining Side Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Morro Dining Side Chair is made from a solid American walnut or white oak frame and features an upholstered back cushion and a leather sling seat.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Danish 1940's High Back Lounge Chair by Alfred Christensen in Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved stained beech wood. Nice slim elegant ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Rustic Handmade & Handpainted Spanish Chair – Circa 1940.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Handmade & Handpainted Spanish Chair – Circa 1940 – Unique Vintage Piece with Beautiful Patin.
Discover the charm of Spanish craftsmanship ...
Category
1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Made of mahogany wood with a “bejuco” (cane) backrest woven entirely by a craftsman, with brass details on the legs. The restoration was very detailed. We don't know much about the p...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
1960s "Cleopatra" Narrow Daybed with New Custom Yellow Mattress and Bolster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, 1960's Cleopatra narrow daybed by A.R. Cordemeijer with custom yellow mattress, teak ends and black enameled metal frame. Manufactured by Royal Auping the Cleopatra diva...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Little Pierre Paulin Tulip Chair, Model F16 for Artifort, 1965
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute Mid-Century Tulip chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. This ‘Model F163’ is a stylish purple upholstered swivel chair with striking curves and chrome pedestal base. In original ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
The practical and comfortable designs of Danish cabinetmakers defined mid-20th century modern seating. The Danish Cabinetmakers focused on minimalist design executed by expertly skil...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Velvet
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman: A Timeless Icon of Comfort and Elegance
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman: A Timeless Icon of Comfort and Elegance
The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, designed by the legendary Charles and Ray Eames, is a true masterpiece th...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Danish Pine Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Danish pine lounge chair, gracefully aged with a natural patina. The robust wood features a well-maintained varnish, ensuring enduring stability. Its weight anchors a subtle sense of...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
20th Century, Carlo Bugatti Wooden and Copper Chair, 1900
Located in Turin, Turin
Many of Carlo Bugatti's superior pieces have been commissioned by some of the Royal Houses of Europe, by some of the great estates of America and Europe, and by some of the most succ...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Copper
Ekornes Stressless Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brown Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ekornes Stressless reclining lounge chair and ottoman from the 1970s. Elegant mid century Scandinavian design with tubular bent chrome frame and brown leather cushion. Lounge comfort...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Set of 3 Post Italian Modern Leather Bar Stools by Matteo Grassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Metal, Original Black Leather
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of mid-century modern Gio Ponti style lounge chairs, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in amstelveen, NL
Gio Ponti attributed armchairs for Casa e Giardino, Italy, 1950s.
Pair of armchairs or lounge chairs with gently curved backrests and tapered Italian walnut legs, Classic and elega...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Matching Pair of Black Leather Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll International in black leather.
Engraved with signature in the frame and marked with Knoll logo at the bottom of the cushions....
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Italian Modern Two-Seat "Confidential" Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Note that this listing is for the 2-seater sofa/loveseat alone (matching 3-seat sofa and lounge chair are available separately).
Two-piece "Confidential" Sofa/Loveseat designed in 19...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Roland Rainer Two Seater Bent Beech Plywood Bench Once Used in Dutch Church
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roland Rainer 2 seat bench with bent beech plywood seating and black wood legs from a Dutch Church. In lightly refinished condition with visible patina and signs of wear consistent w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Plywood, Wood
Mid Century Leontigre Jacquard Dedar Triangle Stool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful velour upholstery in red color. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characte...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1970s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic desk or office chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Extremely comfortable with soft black leather. Chair sits above a four star base, with chrome and black plastic acc...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Ten Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chairs, Lime Velvet Plushy Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Series Seven Chair Model 3107 In Walnut Elegance Leather By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
New upholstered Syver chair, which we can upholster in the desired quantity. Leather of really good quality, with a nice structure and good comfort. The chair was designed by Arne Ja...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Swedish Designer, Rocking Chair, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine rocking chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.0"H x 22.25"W x 36.8"D
Seat Height (inches): 14.0"
All upholstered furniture can be...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker Counter Height Stools with Black Enameled Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Perriand style rattan bar stools by Dirk van Sliedregt for Rohe Noordwolde with angled seat backs and black tubular frames. Seat height is 30" tall. Rattan color varies per...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Lime Velvet Plushy FR Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Parsons Style Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Great vintage parsons style armchair with ottoman. Hardwood frame with great build quality. Ship this right to your upholsterer, it can take a print!
DIMENSIONS
CHAIR, 30"...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mimo Italian Leather Slipper Chairs, Italy 1970's
By Mimo Padova
Located in New York, NY
A large and comfortable pair of leather-covered injected foam loungers. Another pair is available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Carlo Scarpa 'Cornaro' Sofa in Original Mohair Velvet for Simon, 1973
Located in Sittard, LI
Vintage Cornaro Sofa by Carlo Scarpa, Italy, 1973
Designed by renowned Italian architect Carlo Scarpa in 1973, the Cornaro sofa is a striking example of his unique fusion of moderni...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Mahogany
1950's Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Walnut Spindle Back Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional mid 20th century spindle back bench designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel Furniture. Constructed of solid walnut the bench features hand carved ba...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt Olsen's design style. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak leg...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
De Sede DS-19 black leather 4-seater 'Pagoda' Sectional Sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede DS1-19, Pagoda, De Sede Switserland, 1970s
Rare De Sede Pagoda four-seater sofa in newly upholstered black leather. The design is characterized by pointy edges that are noti...
Category
1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Minimalist Hand Carved Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful single slab of teak wood from my finest collection is hand carved by our master carver to produce this impressive bench. The Mid-Century Couture Collection, features our ...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Set of Three Bruno Rey for Dietiker Light Birch Bar Stools with Chrome Footrests
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 beech bar stools designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. Small backrests and round, chrome footrests. Historically, created from the most successful Swiss chair ever produced, 'the 3300 chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Steen Eiler Rasmussen, Armchair, Metal, Oak, Denmark, 1954
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and metal armchair designed by Steen Eiler Rasmussen and produced by Danbork, c. 1954.
Provenance: Rungsted Skole, Denmark, completed 1954.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32....
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the iconic Gondola Sofa, a masterpiece of mid-century modern design by Adrian Pearsall. With its sculptural silhouette, this sofa embodies the sleek, organic aesthetic th...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of 6 Danish Henning Kjærnulf Razor Blade Chairs of Oak + New Sheepskin 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a set of 6 Danish vintage razor blade chairs in great country style.
They are designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Furni...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Erik Magnussen Pair of Z Down Lounge Chairs for Torben Ørskov Denmark, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Mid-Century Modern Z Down lounge chairs.
Design by Erik Magnussen for Torben Ørskov Denmark.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Original chrome tubul...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Rare Z-Stools by Gilbert Rohde with Leather Seats, 1933
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gilbert Rohde, Mid-Century Modern design
The iconic piano stool is designed by Gilbert Rohde and manufactured in the 1930s.
The stool can be used traditionally or as a bedside tabl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Chrome, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
The Time Chair, designed by Henrik Tengler in 2012, is a dynamic and comfortable conference chair. Its d...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Plush Chestnut Leather & Mohair English Club Chair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Southampton, NJ
Impressive library Club chair with plush goose down filled Mohair cushion & large brass nail head trim in the English Tradition. Excellent vintage condition ready for use.
Seat: 18...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Patinated 1930s Czech Lounge Chairs by Koželka & Kropáček.
Located in Almelo, NL
Patinated 1930s Czech Lounge Chair by Koželka & Kropáček – 12 Available for Bespoke Projects
A rare opportunity to acquire a curated collection of vintage Czech lounge chairs design...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Mid-century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
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