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Armchairs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Art Deco
Set of Two Reclining Chairs
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Set of two reclining chairs - very early design by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1950s. The reclining chairs are in original condition and feature a fol...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Armchair 1980s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
The chair could be said to be an iconic piece as it embodies style and comfort. It can easily represent a central piece of furniture that will always be admired. A very pleasant si...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s. The chair and the poof are completely restored with new fabric and new foam by a French Pie...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric

Jacques Adnet Black Vinyl & Brass Armchairs, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
President armchairs by Jacques Adnet, in their original Vinyl on brass legs. Sold in pairs.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Percival Lafer Mp-5 lounge chairs pair Brazil 1961
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare pair of MP-5  lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer MP, Brazil 1961. Steel structures covered with Caviuna. Reupholstered in a grey mixed fabric to ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of modernist armchairs by Francis Jourdain circa 1923
Located in LAMBLORE, FR
Very rare pair of modernist armchairs in ash and walnut by Francis Jourdain circa 1923. Bibliography: - Art & Décoration – N°8 d’Août 1928. Same model p. 37. - U.A.M. Union des Ar...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

FRANZ ROMERO De Sede ds57 Bugatti
Located in Grenoble, FR
The Bugatti type 57, an icon of Art Deco design, inspired Franz Romero when he designed the DS-57 armchair for De Sede. The designer not only managed to incorporate the characteristi...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Paire of armchairs by Maxime old circa 1947
Located in LAMBLORE, FR
Rare paire of armchairs by Maxime Old, model : Conversation N°312, circa 1947, in oak and velvet. Sold with a certificate by Maxime old concept.
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Ingmar Relling Siesta Easy Chair: Vintage Norwegian Elegance
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
"Ingmar Relling Siesta Easy Chairs: Vintage Norwegian Elegance" Designer: Ingmar Relling Manufacturer: Westnofa Furniture, Norway Model: Siesta Year of Manufacture: ...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wood

Alky Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Lasne, BE
Pair of Alky chairs in velvet with a label Anonima Castelli. Seat height: 39cm. Wear due to time and age.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of rattan armchairs, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of rattan armchairs with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s. Very good condition with small signs of usage. Please note: matching table + sofa also available.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Togo Armchair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973
Located in PARIS, FR
This sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1970s. He devoted 26 years of his life to heading the design department at Ligne Roset. It was in 1973 that the designer conceived his most iconic creation: the Togo sofa...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Foam

Cassina CAB-414 2-seater sofa in grey leather by Mario Bellini, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Cassina "Cab" 414 2-seater sofa in elephant grey saddle leather. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina Italy. This sofa is a 1980s edition. The leather cover is st...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 Cassina CAB-414 armchairs in grey leather by Mario Bellini, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Set of 4 Cassina "Cab" 414 armchairs in elephant grey saddle leather. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina Italy. These chairs are 1980s edition. The leather cover ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather

rare chairs giovanni petrini, incredible craftmanship (originals)
Located in Medesano, IT
John PATRINI is an artist who was born in 1931 and died in 1993. His works have gone to auction 14 times, mainly in the Objects category. this chairs are the unique around and probla...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Artona Armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1975
Located in Budapest, HU
Founded in 1975 alongside B&B Italia, Maxalto is a brand born under the artistic leadership of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The name "Maxalto" comes from the Venetian dialect "Massa alto,"...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Walnut

Set of 6 Original Mid-Century Pamplona Chairs by Augusto Savini for Pozzi, 1965
Located in Zagreb, HR
An absolute Mid-Century design classic - the original Pamplona chairs designed by the Italian architect and designer Augusto Savini for Pozzi. In an original and rare Memphis colour ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Giulio Moscatelli Armchair in Teak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giulio Moscatelli, armchair, teak, fabric, Italy, ca. 1950 This armchair by Giulio Moscatelli is distinctive in its execution. The legs are beautifully sculpted, showing concave car...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Elda Lounge Chair by Joe Colombo for Comfort, Italy, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Swivel armchair in black leather and white shell by Joe Colombo. Elda model. Seat height 39cm. Wear due to time and age.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Mid Century Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchair, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Pair of Mid Century Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchairs designed by Henryk Lis. Original 1960s produced in Europe, Poland. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is cove...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa Manufactured by Cassina SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE Geometric austerity encounters enveloping padding in this sofa designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Roy Rogers Denim Soriana Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Roy Rogers Denim Soriana Armchair Manufactured by Cassina DENIM REFINEMENT BY DESIGN The iconic contours of Soriana, the armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Com...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair Manufactured by Cassina SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE A favourable balance between geometric rigour and enveloping shapes designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa. Th...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Six Stamped S33 Mart Stam 1-06G Marcel Breuer Leather Armchairs Made in Italy
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this set of six fully stamped, original Mart Stam 1-06G, Marcel Breuer S33 armchairs in brown leather circa 1980’...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Set of Two 20th Century Vintage Creme Boucle Atlantis Big Armchairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet

Guillerme & Chambron Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of lounge chairs, fabric, oak, France, 1960s This French designer duo is known for their extreme high quality solid oak furniture, from ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Poppi Armchair in the Style of 1930's, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Poppi Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. With an elegant design inspired by the eternal surroundings of bohemian life, Poppi armchair exudes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

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Wood, Leather, Velvet, Jacquard

Pair of Midcentury David Print White Armchairs, by Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The GFM armchair is an icon of the Polish design of the PRL period. The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furniture designer Edmund Homa. Pr...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Tropitone Lounge Chair Set
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A clean outdoor set by Tropitone, Ca. consisting of a pair of lounge chairs with ottomans and a matching side table. Very good original condition, original paint and matching rubber ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Gaetano Pesce Feltri Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair model Feltri designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1987. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Crafted using a patented Cassina production technique, Feltri is a symbol of cutting-edge design, the result of representational research played out on the hybrid field between art and practicality. Made entirely of thick felted wool, this design armchair by Gaetano Pesce combines an enveloping pliable backrest with a rigid lower section; a quilted topper creates an inviting cocoon. Available in many versions, through quilt and structure combinations in different colors. The seat is attached to the structure with black hemp ties that also outline the upper borders of the chair. A familiar figure on many modern antiques’ and collectors’ sites, Feltri is a summation of thinking about figuration in the hybrid zone where the artistic meets the functional. One of a kind, this piece stands out for its enormous flexibility and for the fact that the mattress-like seat can be upholstered in wide array of fabrics. These can be mixed and matched with the six new colour options of the frame, to provide a total of ten colourways. Feltri was created within Cassina’s Research Centre, a place synonymous with experimentation and constructional avant-garde thinking. Here, Gaetano Pesce dedicated time and thought to the design, in the process thinking up a complex new manufacturing process that was later patented by the company. Created entirely from dense wool felt, the pliable, wrap-around back is all one piece. The lower section, meanwhile, is rigid and sturdy, thanks to being impregnated with a thermosetting resin. The seat is attached to the frame using hemp ties; these also extend around the chair’s upper part. A comfortable quilt, coupled with polyester wadding, serves to upholster the inner section of the chair. Important information regarding images of products: Please note that some of the images show other colors and variations of the model, these images are only to present interior design proposals. The item that is selling is on the first image. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colours differently. We try to edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your monitor About the designer: Gaetano Pesce was born in La Spezia in 1939. He studied architecture at the IUAV in Venice, and attended the Venice Institute of Industrial design. At this experimental school, he met Milena Vettore with whom he opened a studio in Padua, founding in 1959 the “N” Group which focussed on with studies in programmed art. He carries out research in the field of kinetic and serial art. He is in the theatre and the cinema, concerned with lighting, movement and sound as means of expression. Since 1962 he has worked in design, experimenting with new materials and unusual shapes. In 1971 he collaborated with BracciodiFerro (in the Cassina group) for the production of certain experimental objects (like Moloch, 1971, a table lamp blown up to the dimensions of an ironic and emblematic item). In 1972 he took part in the famous exhibition “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” at MoMA in New York, with a dwelling module. Experimentation and irony are also exhibited in his projects for Cassina, amongst which the Tramonto a New York sofa (1980) and the Feltri armchair...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool

Set of Four Organic Shaped Fiberglass Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four armchairs, in metal and fiberglass, Italy 1960s. The construction of the chairs is based on a combination of curves, edges and points, which create beautiful and intere...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Gabriel Englinger Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gabriel Englinger, pair of lounge chairs, wood, long pile velvet upholstery, France, 1928. This rare Art Deco armchair, designed by the esteemed designer Gabriel Englinger in 1928, ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Franz Sartori for Flexform Pair of Armchairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Franz Sartori for Flexform, pair of lounge chairs, leather, stained wood, metal, Italy, circa 1965. This robust easy chair, designed by Italian sculptor Franz Sartori, stands as a t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of Armchairs, Palm Tree Leaves Beige Velvet, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of beige armchairs, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchairs were made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. They are made from solid beechwood. The GFM type armch...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Dutch Dining Chairs in Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, stained beech, The Netherlands, 1940s This pair of dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced backrest and overall frame. The frame is very structured and sturdy wh...
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1940s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Beech

Vintage Ivory Leather Copper Frame Tubular Knoll Brno Chair, Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Knoll Brno chair designed by Mies van der Rohe with tubular steel frame. This chair has been lovingly restored with a new ivory leather with a frame powder coated in a rust...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

Vintage-Style Brown Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Vintage-style brown leather club chair. Crafted of luxurious top grain leather in warm brown color, this stylish and comfortable chair is per...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with new seat springs upholstered with Lelievre wool fabric. Another fabric and wood finish o...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Low Armchair, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and ad...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cane, Wood

Macaron, One-Armed Mid-Century Modern Leather Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kontra's interpretation of Macaron. Comfortable purple armchair. One-armed leather chair provides comfortable seating with a side table of its own.
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Fabric

Yellow Mustard Armchair, 1960s, DDR, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Camel Bouclé Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of camel bouclé armchairs, designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The armchairs will be perfect in Minim...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Beech

French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro design rattan wicker armchair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin back and seat with a red outline, famous at the beginning of th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Armchairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Art Deco Abito Sofa Jacquard Velvet Brass Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Abito sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Abito sofa adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

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Brass

Dark Green Vintage Cocktail Armchair, by Zenon Baczyk, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchair was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz Furniture Factories in Poland. Furniture kept in perfect condition, after full upholstery r...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Dark Green Dante Armchair, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

German Mid Century Green Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Magnificent Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Club Chairs in Luxe Gray Velvet
Located in Kingston, NY
Magnificent pair of ebonized solid mahogany club chairs in the style of Paul Follot in luxe gray velvet. They have been newly refinish and reupholstered.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Mahogany, Velvet

Carlo De Carli for Cassina Pair of Armchairs Model 802 in Light Blue Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Carlo De Carli for Cassina pair of sculptural lounge chairs or armchairs in light blue velvet upholstery with stained wood legs. These armchairs are an iconic 1st edition Carlo De Ca...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Vintage Sculpted Oak Armchairs by Madison Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern arm chairs feature unique "box" style sides. The beautiful wood grain and floating angled backrest add to the allure. Smooth edges and plush blue upholstery ensure comfort in any modern interior. Made by Madison Furniture Industries...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak

Crocodile French Club Chair Style of Jean-Michel Frank Sympathetic Restoration
Located in Chicago, IL
French Crocodile Club Chair, circa 1920's originally from the Burgundy region of France, in the small walled town of Beaune. The Romans built a fort there in the first century A.D. Our Crocodile Covered Art Deco Club Chair was described by the French expert as: Dans le goût de Jean-Michel FRANK (1895-1941), Fauteuil Club...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Crocodile

Set of 2 Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairdesigned by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary archite...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Tile Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tile Armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Built with the best materials and skilled craftsmanship, this high-end modern classic wooden armchai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Beech, Wood

Giulio Moscatelli Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giulio Moscatelli, pair of armchairs, teak, fabric, Italy, ca. 1950 This pair of armchairs by Giulio Moscatelli is distinctive in its execution. The legs are beautifully sculpted, s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Augusto Bozzi Midcentury Fabric and Metal Armchair for Saporiti Italia 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design very rare armchair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti Italia with painted metal rod frame and wooden shell upholstered in original wool fabric, ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, stained beech, Czech Republic, 1960s These well-proportioned armchairs are clear in their appearance with angular shapes and striking lines dominating...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Antique and Vintage Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

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