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Material: Plastic
Dragnet Swing Lounges in Black & Grey by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This set of 2 Dragnet Swing Chairs by Kenneth Cobonpue were manufactured in 2019, includes hanging hardware. Black polycotton and stainless steel frames with dove grey velvet seat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Organic Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Design Clock with Mustard & Brown Hues by Japy, New Old Stock 1970s
By Japy
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Striking 70s space age clock by Japy France perfectly blending retro futurism with bold visual flair. Featuring a large rectangular frame softened by curvaceous edges, it sports a vi...
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1970s French Space Age Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Italian Postmodern Tizio Table Lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The design classic from the Italian manufacturer Artemide according to a design by Richard Sapper from the 1970s. The Tizio convinces with its clear design language. A minimalist de...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Modernist wall or ceiling lamp model "Triplex" by Johan Petter Johansson, 1930s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Industrial modernist wall or ceiling lamp model "Triplex" designed by Swedish engineer Johan Petter Johansson. This example made by Christian Bergh & Co ca 1930-40s. The design was c...
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1910s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Mexican Foosball Table with Metal Players, circa 1940-1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An early 20th c. wooden foosball table top with distressed, painted metal Mexican soccer players, rubber handles and metal "Gebar" branded ashtrays on each end. Original paint...
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Early 20th Century Mexican Industrial Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pr Metal Angle Poise Lamps Designed by Stefano Cevoli Made in Milan Italy 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of high style postmodern design adjustable desk lamps designed by Stefano Cevoli Made in Milano Italy circa 1980's. Executed in graphic white and black, sophisticated, architect...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti Valentine Typewriter, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Famous and Iconic Portable Typewriter Mod. Valentine designed by Ettore Sottsass and Peter King, for the company Olivetti in 1960, the typewriter is in very good condition with case ...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Hayworth Indoor/Outdoor Ottoman, in Rincon, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Say hello to the Hayworth Ottoman. Designed to coordinate with other pieces from our Hayworth Outdoor Collection, this petite indoor-outdoor ottoman doubles as a footrest or extra seating. Created to embrace the spirit of endless summer, it is shown here in our Rincon Finish The Hayworth Ottoman has a removable cushion that rests upon on a sturdy Iroko foundation with slats for drainage. The cushion is made from outdoor dry-fast foam. All of our outdoor upholstered pieces come standard with an ivory outdoor woven textile (not pictured here). They are also available as COM (customer’s own materials). Please specify your preference upon ordering. Dimensions: 22.5" W × 18" D × 17” H Seat Height : 17" H COM Yardage: 3 yards solid All of our pieces are bench made in Los Angeles by local artisans. Current lead time: 12 - 16 weeks + transit time. About this piece: + Fabric shown in images in COM. This piece comes standard with an ivory outdoor woven textile (which is not shown here). COM materials may be specified on any of our upholstery. + Fade & mildew resistant fabric is recommended for outdoor usage or in high humidity environments. + Please inquire about yardage requirements for patterned fabrics. + COM: LEAD TIME BEGINS WHEN FABRIC ARRIVES. + Covered or protected storage is advised. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures which may damage frame. + Available as shown in our Rincon finish, as well as our Carbon Canyon finish. + Wood will naturally grey, fade or patina over time; exposure to the elements will expedite this inherent trait. + Optional cover can be purchased upon request. + Coordinating lounge chair sold separately and not included in the listing price. About August Abode...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Plastic Furniture

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Foam

Bomb Yellow Armchair by Simone Micheli
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by Simone Micheli, Bomb is inspired by an object of destruction to invite to reflect on the drama of war and the hope that life will always prevail. The armchair is a design...
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2010s Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Other, Aluminum

Dark Ochre Yellow Mustard Eames Herman Miller Vintage Fiberglass Shell Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multiple Available. Original Molded Fiberglass Shell Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Vintage shell chairs are prized for their attractive patina, distinct...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Dining Chair 'Archipen' by Noom, Leather Cashmere, Biscotto
Located in Paris, IDF
Archipen Chair Designer: Kateryna Sokolova Materials: Leather Cashmere, Biscotto Dimensions: H 79 cm, W 54 cm, D 62 cm seat H 47 cm The concept behi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Haitian Folk Art Masterpiece , Acrylic On Canvas Painting
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This beautiful Haitian painting is a true work of art, showcasing the vibrant colors and intricate details characteristic of Haitian folk art. Created by a talented Haitian artist,...
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20th Century Haitian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Wood

Set of Four "Waterfall" Barstools by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four "Waterfall" barstools in acrylic and white Naugahyde upholstery. The stools are nicely complemented with brass bars that appear to be floating. The stools are beautifully...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Lucite, Naugahyde

Mid Century Mustard Yellow Flowers Stool, Poland, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Space Age style plastic stool was made in Poland by Krynwald ERG fabric around the 1960s-1970s. The futuristic shape is tapered and aerodynamic, with a tulip foot and an yellow musta...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

21st Century Asian Brown Beige Outdoor-Indoor Handmade Single Seat Pouf
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
A single seat pouf, compact, bright and cheeky. Perfect as an additional seat or as a footstool, this pouf is 100% handmade from UV protected acrylic. Use it indoors or carry it outd...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Rare 'Karate' Swiveling Fiberglass Shell Chair by Michel Cadestin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 'Karate' swiveling fiberglass shell chair by Michel Cadestin. This iconic chair was designed circa 1970 by Michel Cadestin for French furniture manufacturer Airborne. Referred ...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Iron

The Eccentric Chair, Solid Sucupira Wood and Purpleheart Wood
Located in São Paulo, SP
The "Eccentric Chair!" takes inspiration from Brazilian modern furniture design, which is the primary influence behind my work as a carpenter and designer. The intention behind this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Straw, Foam, Wood, Purpleheart

Mid Century Modern Lucite Ribbon Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Modern lucite ribbon coffee table . Sexy sculptural base that arches up and down in a continuous wave loop . The glass top has a bevele...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Large 'Gregg' Outdoor Pendant by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba for Foscarini
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Gregg' Outdoor Pendant by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba for Foscarini Inspired by the shape of a pebble honed and smoothed by running water or the egg of a mythological creatu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Joe Colombo 'Boby' Trolley Size S with 3 Drawers in Honey for B-Line
Located in Tilburg, NL
Joe Colombo 'Boby' Trolley for B-Line. Designed in 1970, current production. Part of the permanent collection of MoMA in New York and the “Triennale” in Milan, Smau Prize in 1971. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Bar Stool Fox by Woo in Orange color in Fabric Woolland
Located in Kyiv, UA
The "Fox" bar stool stands out with its unique and captivating design, featuring a gently curved rear leg that elegantly resembles the tail of an animal. Expertly crafted by designer...
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2010s Ukrainian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

William Bounds Grainware Lucite Ice Bucket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A mid-century Lucite ice bucket by William Bounds Grainware. The bucket and lid are cast with a textured exterior that gives the look of ice. The lid lifts off with an iceberg shaped...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Lucite

1970 Seiko Blue and Tobacco Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Steel Quartz Clock
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Seiko super tanker slave clock original aqua marine green finish A reclaimed and restored maritime slave clock. These clocks were used in great numbers on super tankers, cargo ...
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1970s Japanese Industrial Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Steel, Cut Steel

MCM Electric Fireplace Orange w Gold Trim Attributed Montgomery Ward Style House
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage Mid-Century Modern electric wall fireplace square orange frame with gold tone trim, artificial logs, and solid brass screens attributed to Montgomery Ward Style Ho...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Modern Abstract XL Sculptures in Black Oak by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "MOON & SKY" sculptures by Patrick Coard Paris are a stunning pair of modern abstract art pieces, masterfully crafted from a rich black oak veneer inlaid on a fiberglass core. St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Plastic Furniture

Materials

Oak, Fiberglass

Midcentury Floor Lamp Meblo, designed by Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- nice style of lighting - rare type - adjustable - space age style
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

1980s Black Postmodern Wall Clock by Chass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a vibrant 1980s touch of class, this 'Chass' Postmodern Wall Clock features a black case and face, pastel numbers, geometric accents, and an asymmetrical hand arrangement. Remin...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Slip Covered Bench in 100% Pure Linen with Pleated Skirt Detail
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the April slip covered bench, featuring elegant white oak legs and a slip cover with a wide pleated skirt made from our luxurious Cafe Noir (Rich Coco Brown) stone washed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Plastic Furniture

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood

Hollywood Regency Lucite Glass Greek Key Coffee Table by Jeffry Bigelow c 1977
Located in New York, NY
Voguish lucite, or acrylic coffee table with original, plate glass insert , with Greek, or Roman Key form legs. The table is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

Jaeger LeCoultre, Atmos Clock, Vendome from 1978
Located in Greven, DE
Jaeger LeCoultre - Atmos Clock with Box and Papers Switzerland Brass gold plated Year of manufacture 1978 Dimensions: H x W x D: 24 x 21 x 16 cm. Description: Atmos Vendome calibre 526 with gold-plated base and fluted columns. White dial with Roman hours and Arabic minutes. Breguet hands. The Atmos Vendome was produced in several variations. With a gilded base or also with a marble base. The first Vendome appeared in 1962. The model offered here was manufactured by Jaeger LeCoultre under ref. number 5834 from 1973 to 1985. Serial number: 494564 Year of manufacture: 1978. Especially collectible with the original shipping box and papers. This timepiece was sold on 06.04.1979 at the Christ jewelry...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Brass

FLUXsculpture > organic stainless-steel sculpture
Located in Maastricht, NL
FLUX rare beauty in everyday objects Numerous experiments with materials and shapes resulted in a new form and material language “Flux” Flexible steel tubes are shaped by hand ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Plastic Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Guzzini Flash 'Bud Grande' Space Age Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Guzzini 'Flash' or 'Bud Grande' orange/pink space age floor lamp. This iconic lamp creates a beautifully orange-like glow and has an elegant chrome base. The lamp requires one E27 li...
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20th Century Space Age Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
Located in Oakville, CA
Design care of Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Made in Italy, 1970s. Reupholstered in a tan mohair fabric from French, Pierre Frey. Tubular chrome in good condition with age appropr...
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1970s Italian Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Sciolari Brass and Faux Tortoise Lucite Table Lamp Vintage, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
This unique piece by the Italian designer Sciolari is signed on the bottom of the lamp by the proprietary brand, as the photos show. The lamp hat is hexagonal and is made of brass an...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Space Age Tama Floor Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Luce, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Valenti Tama floor lamp from Valenti according to a design by the Japanese designer Isao Hosoe. Here in the rare version with red top. A classic by Valen...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made cube style ottoman. This can be remade and ordered to any size. The rug we are using is a new "vintage look" turkish flat weave style with nano technology. Meaning this c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Plastic Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Polystyrene, Wood

Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
Custom Made Rug Cube Ottoman
$1,672 Sale Price / item
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FLOS Viscontea Pendant Light by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The cocoon-like structure suggests transformation, and here it is the gorgeously glowing diffused light that recreates the ambiance of any room the Viscontea is featured in. The inte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Elda Swivel Lounge Chair by Joe Colombo for Comfort Italy, circa 1963
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A swivel lounge chair in Fiberglass and black Leather. All original Elda Chair Designed By Joe Colombo for Comfort Italy. A unique design that sits on a hidden swivel base that spins...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Gianfranco Frattini 'Megaron' Floor Lamp for Artemide in Aluminum
Located in Glendale, CA
Gianfranco Frattini 'Megaron' floor lamp for Artemide in aluminum. New modern edition of the design classic by Gianfranco Frattini from 1979. The elegant uplighter radiates with it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglass Tall Fan Back Peacock Diamond Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglass Tall Fan Back Peacock Diamond Chair. Item features a spun woven fiberglass construction, clean modernist lines, quality American craftsmanship, ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Joe Colombo Swivel "Elda" Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Lounge chair designed by Joe Colombo (1930-1971) in 1963 model "Elda"for Comfort. Made of fiberglass structure upholstered with black and white leather which make it very unique. It ...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Fiberglass

Yki Nummi Large 'Lokki' Pendant for Innolux Oy
Located in Glendale, CA
Yki Nummi large 'Lokki' pendant for Innolux Oy, Finland. Designed in 1960, Nummi's innovative 'Lokki' is one of the best-known Finnish design classics. The name Lokki comes from ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Counter Stool Fox in Oreo Fabric by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
ChatGPT "Fox" Bar Stool by Dmytro Kozinenko – Nature-Inspired Minimalism for Modern Spaces The "Fox" bar stool, created by designer Dmytro Kozinenko, offers a refined approach to m...
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2010s Ukrainian Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Mid Century Sea Blue Cado Chairs, Steen Østergaard, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish production chairs from Plastics Factory 'Krywald' in Knurow have embossed signatures. They come from the 70s. The author of this project is the Danish architect Steen Østergaa...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Contemporary Chandelier 'Cirkus' by AGO 'Large - Terracotta' (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Cirkus chandelier by AGO Lighting Coated ABS, aluminum UL Listed LED GU10 110-240V (not included) Two sizes available: 4 pairs of lamps / 6 pairs o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 10 Multicolored Original Production Eames Dining Chairs by Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of ten different color Herman Miller fiberglass dining chairs. Original production, not the new ersatz ones. All in good condition with all screws and feet intact. All signed and...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Design Bar Set in the Style of Joe Colombo, 1960s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This is a beautiful and sophisticated piece of mid-century furniture. The Italian design of the 60s is distinctive and evident in this bar set. This design line and its qualities mak...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Mario Bellini Sofaelements, Modell "Amanta" for C&B Italia 1960
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The set consists of four beige leather modular sofa elements, designed by Mario Bellini for the renowned manufacturer C&B Italia, which is now known as B&B Italia. The elegant pieces...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Lime Green Swivel Cube Chair
Located in Redding, CT
Lime Green Swivel Cube Chair. Classic 1970's vibes . This chair is super clean and In excellent condition. Perfect for a bedroom.
Category

1970s North American Hollywood Regency Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rubber, Wood

Art Deco Style Tortoise Lucite Trinket Box
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Here is a jewelry/trinket box in Art Deco style produced during the late 1960's. The material is lucite/plexiglass with black and brown tortise decor and a white inside. The box is i...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Plastic Furniture

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

Very rare Ciuingam chair in original leather by De Pas, D’Urbino, Lomazzi - 1967
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Very rare Ciuingam chair in original leather by De Pas, D’Urbino, Lomazzi for BBB Bonacina— 1967. This listing features one chair. The second chair is available but has some tears in...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Leather, Plastic, Foam

Flair Wall Cabinets in Plastic, Netherlands, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This pair of wall-mounted storage units was designed by Flair in the Netherlands during the 1970s, a period known for bold experimentation in color, shape, and materials. Crafted fro...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Charles Hollis Jones Style Contemporary Modern Glass and Lucite Dinette Table
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Charles Hollis Jones style foyer dinette table. This lovely contemporary modern table features a simple two piece design with glass on top and lucite on bottom. The circular glass ...
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Late 20th Century American Plastic Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Mirto Flower Vase a Ettore Sottsass Japanese Urushi Laquer Model
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Mirto flower vase designed by Ettore Sottsass for Marutomi. This model is limited Japanese urushi laquer model. Japanese traditional urushi pigment is made from natural urushi tree,...
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Early 2000s Japanese Post-Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Plastic

2025 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair ES6707 in Black Leather and Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Models 670 and 671, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set was produced in the United States in 2...
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2010s American Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Turkish Rug Pillow with Multiple Borders
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Turkish rug with cotton back. Zipper closure.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Oushak Plastic Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Niemeyer II Armchair, Oak and COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Foam, Oak

Set of four “Rocher” lamps André Cazenave, Atelier A, France, circa 1960/1970
Located in Paris, FR
Four stone-shaped lamps in resin and marble powder, edited by Atelier A in Paris. The largest: Lenght: 51 cm (20.08 in) Height: 40 cm (15.76 in) Width: 43 cm (17 in) The medium: Leng...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Plastic Furniture

Materials

Marble

Gran Sasso Fixed Table with Sculptural Base Italian Designer Andrea Lucatello
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Gran Sasso Dining Table by Midj was designed by the Italian designer Andrea Lucatello. In this fixed table design, Lucatello uses an organic-shaped Baydur polymer for the base m...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Plastic Furniture

Materials

Glass, Leather, Plastic

New and Vintage Plastic Furniture and Decor

Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.

From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.

When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.

Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.

Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.

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