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Seating For Sale
Creator: Milo Baughman
Creator: Marcel Breuer
1970s Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Buaghman for Thayer Coggin - Set of 6
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage chrome dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin in the United States circa 1970s. These dining ch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Cesca chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s
Located in Padova, IT
In the Cesca chair by Marcel Lajos Breuer for Gavina you can find the top of Made in Italy quality. This work by the austrian designer presents a m...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

"CESCA CHAIRS" 1930s Marcel Breuer Armchairs & Chairs Chrome Made in Poland
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY "CESCA CHAIR" 1930s Marcel Breuer Armchairs & Chairs Made in Poland, Chrome, Steel and Cane Marcel Breuer conceived the firs...
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1930s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Italian Modern White Armchair Wassily B3 by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern White Armchair Wassily B3 by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s Iconic Armchair mod. Wassily, also known as the mod. B3, with a rectangular seat in white leather. The st...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Circular Sectional Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
Fabulous two piece circular sectional sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The original cream colored fabric seems to be an ultra suede. There are no flaws to the fabric. It is ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

D4 Foldingchair by Marcel Breuer for Tecta aus schwarzem Eisengarn -1980
Located in Lübeck, DE
Der D4 chair von Marcel Breuer für Tecta ist nicht zu unrecht einer der bekanntesten Bauhaus Klassiker überhaupt. Und deshalb erfüllt es mich mit Stolz euch d...
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1980s Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 'Thin Line' Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Houston, TX
Set of six Classic and elegant 'Thin Line' dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1979. Polished stainless steel frames are as sleek and minimalistic as their name evokes, making the seats look as if they are floating. Seats and backs are upholstered in new, 100% cotton velvet in a vibrant French Blue. Also known as the model 1187...
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1970s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Milo Baughman Rocking Swivel Chairs Restored in Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
Inviting pair of matching Tear Drop swivel-tilt chairs by American modernist Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. Revolutionary construction featuring an env...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Marcel Breuer Cantilever Chair, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair model cantilever, designed by Marcel Breuer circa 1960, by unknown manufacturer. Metal pipe frame, wood seat and back structure and rattan. In original condition, with mino...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Cesca Chairs Gavina Vienna Straw Italy 1960s-1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of chairs with armrests made of chrome-plated metal tubing, seat and backrest with stained wood frame and Vienna straw.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Four Restored Vintage Brown Leather Marcel Breuer B34 Fasem Dining Armchairs 4
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind suite of four, fully restored, Marcel Breuer, Fasem, B34 armchairs in hand dyed brown leather retailed through Fasem Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price These truly are a very rare suite, it's hard to find one of these chairs from this era let alone four, they have all been restored to include having the leather washed back, they’ve then been hand dyed six times, lightly antiqued, sealed then finally waxed down and polished. They are the only suite in the entire world in this exact colour and look a million dollars. They are also super comfortable hence they have stood the test of time and become a true icon. These have countless credits to their name, they have been exhibition in the metropolitan museum of art, the V&A, they have won awards, anyone who is a fine furniture connoisseur will recognize them straight away Condition wise, they have been restored as mentioned, the idea being to keep all the original patina which shows the age and wear, but giving them a one off colour Dimensions Height:- 86cm Width:- 49cm Depth:- 63.5cm Seat height:- 45.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid This item is available for collection from our Pulborough warehouses RH20 1DF. We can have it delivered nationwide to include Scotland Wales and Ireland. Please contact me via email or my contact information...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Parsons Post Modern Milo Baughman Style Ottomans, Mid-20th Century
Located in Basel, BS
Incredible Navy blue velour fabric, great color and wonderful sculptural shape on these original vintage Parsons ottomans. Excellent vintage condition ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin High Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered - Set of 6
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin High Back Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered in a Black Cow Hide Front with Holly Hunt Black Patten Leather Back - Set of 6 A spectac...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Chaise Lounge for Thayer Coggin, Ivory, Black, Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Original Milo Baughman Chaise for Thayer Coggin, recently reupholstered in beautiful ivory fabric, base has a black finish. Ready for a new home.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Tub Chair Available in COM
Located in Oakland, CA
Swivel Tub lounge chair and ottoman designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in 1965 available in COM. Includes one, 24" and one 18" pillow. Ottoman measures: W 36, D 24, H 14 in. Licensed original design. Requires 20 yards of fabric...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Pink Mohair Lounge Club Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
An eye catching Parsons style chair attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggins, circa 1970s. Features a cubed frame upholstered in a posh pink...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair, Hardwood

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Midcentury Chrome Tufted Arm Chairs, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin midcentury Chrome Tufted Arm Chairs – Pair Each chair measures: 25.75 wide x 28.5 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Upholstery in Yellow Leather
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
Wassily chair by Marcel Breuer dating back to Gavina’s production, recently restored with new leather upholstery. Following their meeting in New York in 1962, Dino Gavina started th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Milo Baughman Thin Line Dining Chairs in Ivory Boucle, 1970s
Located in Culver City, CA
These chairs are stunning! Originally introduced in the 1950s, Milo Baughman's Thin Line dining chairs are a Classic Mid-Century Modern design that is highly regarded for its sleek and Minimalist aesthetic. These chairs quickly became a popular choice for interior designers and homeowners alike and have since been a staple of modern design-- absolutely timeless and chic. The Thin Line dining chairs feature a slim, tubular metal frame and this set is in a polished chrome finish. The seat and backrest are upholstered in a performance bouclé by Kravet, which only adds to the luxurious feel of these sleek modernist chairs. One of the defining features of the Thin Line dining chairs is their Minimalist design. The chairs have a clean and simple Silhouette that is free from any unnecessary ornamentation, making them an ideal choice for modern and contemporary interiors. Despite their Minimalist design, the Thin Line dining chairs are also very functional. The chairs are lightweight and easy to move around, and they can be stacked for convenient storage when not in use. Today, Milo Baughman's Thin Line dining chairs remain a popular choice for those seeking a Mid-Century Modern aesthetic in their home or commercial space. They are often seen in stylish restaurants, hotels, and high-end residences around the world. These chairs would look stunning in any Mid-Century Modern, modern, or contemporary home. With their sleek, clean Minimalist design, they're an excellent choice for accompanying a bold Paul Evans style...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern cube chairs by Thayer Coggin. Designed by Milo Baughman with wide polished chrome bars that warp around and angle at the t...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

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

Materials

Chrome

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Rare scoop form lounge chair and ottoman designed by Milo Baughman, produced by Thayer Coggin, circa 1970's. The chair is upholstered in faux leather vinyl, with button tufted surfac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Pair Petite Tilt Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman. Rosewood Base. Priced for Redo!
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair (we have four available) of small / petite rocking swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Rare and highly desirable design made even more rare with Brazilian...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Milo Baughman - Thayer Coggin Swivel Barrel Lounge Chair Glossy Black Laminate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, this sexy chair is an absolutely iconic design. Theglossy black laminate backing is clean and bright and comple...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Laminate

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Midcentury Chrome Tufted Arm Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin midcentury Chrome Tufted Arm Chairs – Set of 6 Each chair measures: 25.75 wide x 28.5 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm hei...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Six Thayer Coggin Chrome Dining Room Chairs Designed by Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Six Thayer Coggin chrome dining room chairs designed by Milo Baughman. circa 1982. Square chrome tubular frames with orange suede covering. Original tags. Very solid and in great con...
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Late 20th Century Seating

Materials

Chrome

Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
Armchair in chromed metal and black leather. Wear due to time and age of the armchair. Measures: seat height: 43 cm.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern brown leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Dark Brown full leather. This vintage Pair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Boucle, circa 1975
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek and sexy set of 8-chrome dining chairs by iconic Mid-Century Modern designer Milo Baughman professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé. Hello Sexy! Ultra luxurious silhouette gives the feeling of floating on a cozy cloud. Curved upholstery lines and original tufting details contrast the chrome frame's angles. Soft ivory bouclé is rated highly durable and keeps guests cool in summer and cozy in winter. Its breathable texture works in all climates. Scrolled seat back detail is mirrored by the seat front and adds functional comfort while also giving the illusion of an unraveling scroll or flowing waterfall. All guests enjoy padded arm rests. Sturdy, comfortable and so sexy and luxurious, this Milo Baughman Dining Chair set...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Cantilever Dining Lounge Chairs Barbara Barry Boucle
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of four signed Milo Baughman sculptural cantilever dining arm chairs newly professionally re-upholstered with very soft and textural high end luxury curly boucle fabric by Barbar...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Gray Settee Designed by Milo Baughman. Priced for Redo or Use As Is. Signed.
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is a more recent production two seat sofa / loveseat / love seat designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Light grey original fabric with walnut conical legs. Signed with bo...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Marcel Breuer's S 64 Tubular Steel Chair for Thonet
Located in Neuss, NW
Legendary tubular steel chair, model S 64, designed by Marcel Breuer for Thonet (1928). Solid frame made of chromed tubular steel. The seat and backrest are covered with the original...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Designer Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Black Leatherette Club Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking sophisticated pair of iconic Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin black leatherette club chairs having subtle quilting to the leather everywhere but the seat. Black casters on th...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather

1970s Gavina Italy Chair "Cesca" by Marcel Breuer
Located in Biella, IT
Gavina production Italy chair "cesca" by Marcel Breuer design years '70, signed label.  
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Single Milo Baughman, Thayer Coogin Swivel Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Iconic swiveling club chair newly upholstered in boucle/chenille ivory/tan upholstery. Chair features tufted back and sit on brushed aluminum disc base. 2 shown, but only...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Milo Baughman Chrome Flat Bar Oval Rocking Chair Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Chrome Flat Bar Oval Rocking Chair Newly Upholstered In High End Silver Mist Mohair Velvet Blend Gorgeous Milo B...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Milo Baughman Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six Milo Baughman chrome dining chairs.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Black Leather Fred Chaise Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Milo Baughman “Fred” chaise lounge chair for Thayer Coggin in black leather on a brushed stainless steel base. This was one of Milo Baughman’s initial desi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair of Marcel Breuer B64 Design Cesca Chairs by Gavina, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured in Italy around 1960 by Gavina manufacturer. Metal pipe frame, wood seat and back structure and rattan. In good or...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Balck full leather. This vintage Pair has ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Milo Baughman Scoop Chairs in New Upholstery, 1958
Located in Dallas, TX
We have reupholstered and refinished these scoop chairs designed by Milo Baughman. Great lines and very comfortable. Chairs are sturdy and look great in a handsome black with cream w...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Marcel Breuer, Wassily Armchair, Edition Knoll - Circa 1990
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Marcel Breuer- Wassily armchair - Edition Knoll Rare in this limited edition version: luxury black cavallino leather Steel structure / black colt W7...
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1990s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Cognac Leather & Chrome Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin
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 American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Black Leather and Wood Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century ottomans with curved black leather cushions supported by a circular wooden base. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COGGIN)(PRICED AS PAIR)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Upholstered Chrome Octagonal Chairs
Located in Toluca Lake, CA
Offering an incredibly rare pair of accent chairs, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The octagonal shaped chrome frames are covered in the original creamy chenille velvet ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Tufted Green Velvet & Chrome Wrapped Sofa
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a statement piece by modern furniture designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa the 1970s. A reinvented; forward-thinking chesterfield stretches ou...
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1970s Modern Vintage Seating

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Gold Fabric Upholstered Floating 'Tuxedo' Sofa
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century 'Tuxedo' form sofa in gold colored fabric upholstery resting on a wooden platform base. (MILO BAUGHMAN)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Marcel Breuer Model "B34" Bauhaus Chair in Steel Canvas Produced by Thonet 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare "B34" armchair with a tubular steel frame, creamy canvas and dark stained beech wood armrests designed by Marcel Breuer in 1929 and produced by Thonet during the 1930s. Good and...
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Red Bauhaus Armchair by Marcel Breuer, Mücke, Melder, Beech, Chrome, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Red Bauhaus armchair designed by Marcel Breuer. Style: Bauhaus Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia Maker: Mücke - Melder Material: Beech, Chrome-plated steel. Very well-prese...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Milo Baughman Chromed Steel and Cane Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chromed Steel And Rattan Dining Chairs On Sledge Feet Made In USA 1970s The chair seats are upholstered in red fabric with piped edging. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Chrome "T-Back" Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful midcentury chrome “T-back” lounge chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1960s. These chairs have an avant-garde design where the right combi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Sofa for Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite vintage sofa features a stunning four seat design with six legs for added support. Wood trim, tapered post legs and classic Milo Baughman style add to the Mid-Century ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Pair Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Swivel Barrel Lounge Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Swivel Barrel Lounge Chairs MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 6 Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer, Mid-Century Modern Metal & Wood Classic
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing this exceptional set of 6 Cesca chairs, designed by the renowned Marcel Breuer and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960. These iconic Mid-Century Modern chairs showcase a pe...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Set of Twelve Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs in Lux Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful large set of of 12 iconic Milo Baughman Model #1187 thin line polished stainless steel dining chairs for Thayer Coggin ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair Of Vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Carver Chairs In Black, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Pair of vintage square back Marcel Breuer Cesca carver chairs with characterful patina to the frames. Perfect to complete a dining set or use as desk or lounge chairs.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan, Beech

Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs by Baughman for James Inc. C. 1950s
By Milo Baughman, The James Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Iconic midcentury chairs, from Milo Baughman, for James Furniture Inc. These lounge chairs feature a voguish, and sophisticated design, angular and architectural, while still being r...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Flatbar Lounge Chairs, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Flatbar Lounge Chairs, 1970’s. Original upholstery, shows some sun fading on back. There was a small tear on side of one arm.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

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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