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Seating For Sale
Creator: Eero Saarinen
Creator: George Nakashima
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Royal Blue Velvet, Chrome Tubular Legs
Located in Wilton, CT
The mid-century Classic vintage Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair, manufactured by Knoll Furniture and custom upholstered in a deep 100% cotton Italian Velvet in stunning Royal Blue. ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Saarinen Executive Armless Chair in Emerald Velvet, Gold Edition
Located in Wilton, CT
Edited by Montage, 100% authentic Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs completely restored ground-up with an extra touch of g...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

George Nakashima 'New' Armchairs in Walnut and Hickory
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, ‘New’ armchairs, walnut, hickory, United States, 1960s With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this ‘New’ armchair is a testimony to George...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Walnut, Hickory

Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, limited edition ‘Conference’ armchairs, velvet, coated metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957 These armchairs were commissioned by the UNESCO ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Beige Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', lacquered steel, leather, United States, design 1948, later production Set of four organic shaped chairs designed by ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 2000s
Located in Renens, CH
Indulge in comfort with the Womb Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This iconic chair showcases Saarinen’s visionary design, and Kn...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Metal

Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, limited edition ‘Conference’ armchairs, velvet, coated metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957 This set of armchairs was commissioned by the UN...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 6 chairs in fibreglass, aluminium and fabric. The chairs turn on themselves. The original cushions are also in original pink fabric. Seat height 46 cm. Wear due to time and ag...
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Forsyth Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Pierre Frey 'Wokabi' Fabric
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! “Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb Chair at Florence Knoll's request for ‘a chair that was like a basket full of pillows - som...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel, fabric, United States, design 1948, production 1994 Set of four organic shaped chairs designed ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of Dining Chairs in Green Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of '72' dining chairs, black lacquered steel, reupholstered in green leather, United States, design 1948, later production Pair of organi...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, limited edition ‘Conference’ armchairs, velvet, coated metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957 This set of armchairs was commissioned by the UN...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Conoid Bench by Mira Nakashima based on a design by George Nakashima, USA
Located in Berlin, DE
Conoid bench in walnut, US 2021, by Mira Nakashima based on a George Nakashima design. The Bench is made in black walnut with hickory spindles.  
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

George Nakashima for Widdicomb Mid Century #257 W Wing Back Lounge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Mid Century #257 W Wing Back Lounge Chair This chair measures: 31.75 wide x 39 deep x 41 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height/chair clearan...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1960's Mid Century Tulip Saarinen Stool, Original Upholstery
Located in KINGSFORD, NSW
Eero Saarinen designed the "Tulip" stool for the Knoll Furniture Group in 1956. This genuine stool is made from cast aluminium with the original mustard velvet upholstery. The base...
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1960s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Grasshopper Chair + Ottoman by Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
This Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen, a Finnish-American architect and industrial designer during the 1940's for Knoll International, was designed with a simple, yet bold and innovative form. It was a departure from traditional lounge chairs...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Sofa / Settee, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A very rare early production Eero Saarinen womb settee, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four model 72 chairs, in chrome and leather fabric, United States, 1948. Set of four organic shaped chairs designed by Eero Saarinen. ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Grey Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchair, One Chair
Located in Basel, BS
One chair left, sold as an individual chair here. Excellent condition throughout. A Saarinen Executive Armchair with a wooden base, upholstered in a spl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Wood

Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic mid-century design was made by Knoll and created by Eero Saarinen. Simple design with a wow factor! Two bentwood slats comprise the entire frame, and come from behind to ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Bentwood

Eero Saarinen 'Finnish-American, 1910-1961' "Grasshopper" Chair, Knoll Original
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent example of Eero Saarinen's (Finnish-American, 1910-1961) "Grasshopper" Chair designed for Knoll Associates, USA, 1946. Newly reupholstered in an Italian Alpaca/Wool/Li...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Plywood

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcylced womb chairs are some of our most pop...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Eero Saarinen ‘Womb’ Lounge Chair in Red and Black Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 'Womb' easy chair, fabric, coated steel, United States, design 1948 This shelled, cushioned lounge chair ‘Womb’ was designed between 1946 and 1948 by Eero...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

1970s Saarinen Tulip Chairs by Knoll, Set of 4
Located in Esperance, NY
1970s Saarinen Tulip chairs by Knoll, set of 4.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Plastic

Knoll Designed Comfortable Cognac Leather Dining-Room/Office Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four executive armless chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Chairs has a label on the bottom side KNOLL International. Experience one of the keystones of modern...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Early Production Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Chairs Knoll, New York
Located in Buffalo, NY
authentic, early production set of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Chairs, signed . The chairs feature upholstered off white stripped wool blend seat pads, original soft white finish, lightweight yet sturdy construction, original early Knoll "K" 320 Park Ave.paper labels under the cushions, date them to the early 1960s,,One chair has minor chip (paint) to base (see photo)..Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywhere en route from bUFFALO ny Knoll: "With the Pedestal Collection, Eero Saarinen resolved the "ugly, confusing, unrestful world" underneath tables and chairs. The collection is a defining accomplishment of modern design and a timeless addition to your home—a true classic. Pair Tulip Chairs with a Saarinen Table...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Early Saarinen Knoll Executive Task or Desk Chair Tilt Swivel Castors Orig Vinyl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please note, I have a matching pair of armchairs, see last picture. Executive armchair designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates. This example is from the early '50's, with the earliest tilt mechanism. All original! The original blue vinyl is soft and comfortable, with a couple small repairs I made - see pictures. The padding is soft and everything works as it should. A very sturdy and comfy chair...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of ‘Conference’ armchairs, fabric, chromed metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957 These armchairs were commissioned by the UNESCO Headqua...
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1950s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of George Nakashima Captain's Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of George Nakashima Chairs. Beautiful original finish. Original clients name on underside of the seat. Elegant details include splines on the ba...
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1960s North American Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four Rare Early Production Eero Saarinen for H.G. Knoll Dining Chairs
Located in Ferndale, MI
From the put me in a museum collection. Out of long long term storage. The Earliest production set of four Eero Saarinen for HG Knoll executive chairs I have ever seen. All four on f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Eero Saarinen Tulip Armchair Knoll Studio 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tulip armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Moulded fibreglass shell and cast aluminium base. Its organic shape remains timeless and elegant. Set of 4 armchairs. ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Eero Saarinen Swiveling Tulip Stool with Grey Leather for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Located in London, GB
An early production Eero Saarinen womb chair and ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Newly upholstered in luxurious pure Alpaca fabric (brown / grey) with a structure of fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Fast shipping worldwide. When asked by Florence Knoll to design 'a chair that was like a basket full of cushions - something she could really curl up in', Eero Saarinen produced the Womb chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Expertly Restored -Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Stool with Grey Leather for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored - Eero Saarinen Tulip Stool with Grey Leather for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

1960s George Nakashima Studio American Walnut Settee / Loveseat in Green Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a settee, crafted by George Nakashima circa 1966. This is an iconic example of the slatted lounge series, which followed a design language through the forms of both long settees...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Concordia Chair by Mira Nakashima based on a George Nakashima design, USA
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima Concordia Chair based on a design by George Nakashima. Outstanding grain on the seat, can be signed. Important: Please consider the prod...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Tulip Stool by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
Stool stamped Knoll International. Cast aluminium base, Wear due to time and use of the stool.
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Saarinen Executive Stools Counter Height by Eero Saarinen, Set of 2
Located in Monrovia, CA
Design Eero Saarinen, 1957 Wood Legs, Upholstery Made in USA by Knoll Eero Saarinen executive stool bar height designed in 1957 continues today. Expanding the popular Saarine...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Stool, Swivel, Blue, White, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Stool, Swivel, Blue, White Signed. According to Steven and Linda Rouland's 1999 book: "Knoll Furniture, 1938-1960", the tulip stool was originally called the pedestal stool (152 S) and was described as "foam rubber upholstered cushion on Aluminum base with fused plastic finish". Retains 320 Park Avenue label on the underside of the seat in addition to being stamped "BR 51...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Natural Cashmere
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Natural Cashmere. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb chair at Florence Knoll's req...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Goat Hair

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One of Knoll most popular designs that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell. ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-century modern Saarinen Executive Arm Chair by Knoll. One of Knoll most popular designs that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell. Was introduced in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1 Vintage Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This 1957 award winning design brings style and comfort to any seating arrangement. Bring this brilliant look as an addition to any recreational use or task.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Knoll Associates Tulip Saarinen Stool Original Black Leather Upholstery, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern early Knoll Associates Tulip Eero Saarinen stool designed in the 1950s. Painted aluminum tulip stand in a cream finish and upholstered in original black leather. The base is numbered BR...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Arm Desk, Conference Chair Designed by Eero Saarinen
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Knoll international Saarinen conference armchair in license with the De Coene manufacturer Belgium is a design by Eero Saarinen.Featur...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Knoll Saarinen Executive Armchair in Original Light Turquoise Textile, Swivel Ba
Located in Basel, BS
1980s Vintage executive armchair with original light turquoise woven knoll textile. Beautiful faded color, great vintage look. Designed i...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

George Nakashima Model 206 Dining Chair for Widdicomb
Located in Hanover, MA
George Nakashima designed Model 206 chair for the Origins Collection for Widdicomb. Original condition, without any restorations or refinishing. Joints and dowels tight. Original u...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Walnut

Mira Nakashima 4 legged high chair based on a design by George Nakashima, USA
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima 4 legged high chair based on a design by George Nakashima, new. One of the chairs is in stock, for more chairs: Please consider the production lead time of about 18 mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Green Fabric Upholstered Grasshopper Chair and Footstool
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century 'Grasshopper' armchair and matching footstool with dark green button tufted fabric upholstery and curved birch wood frames and legs. (EERO SA...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Birch

George Nakashima, Long Chair, American Black Walnut, Cotton Webbing, Usa, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An American black walnut and cotton webbing long chair designed and produced by George Nakashima, USA, 1960s. Features a large burl-detailed, free ed...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Walnut, Cotton

Eero Sarineen Original Executive Armchairs in South African Cow Hide
Located in Saint Louis, US
Featured in nearly all Florence Knoll-designed interiors, the Saarinen Executive Chair has remained one of the most popular designs for many decades. Our expert team of skilled uphol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cowhide

Mid-Century Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Dining Chairs Pair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The iconic classic organic chair was designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen in 1940 as a joint entry to the "Organic Design in Home Furnishings" A competition organized by the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Ash, Oak

Vintage "Womb" Bouclé Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage “womb” bouclé chair and ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in the United States, early 1940s. This chair has a modern design and could be considered even a...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Charles Eames & Eero Saarinen for Vitra Organic Conference Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The iconic classic organic chair was designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen in 1940 as a joint entry to the "organic design in home furnishings" A competition organized by the M...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Ash, Oak, Fabric

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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