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Style: Machine Age
Donald Deskey Attribution, Armchair, Chrome, Oil Cloth, USA, 1939
Located in High Point, NC
A matte-chrome plated steel and beige oil cloth armchair attributed to Donald Deskey, USA, c. 1939. Seat height: 17.25” All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request ...
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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Chrome and Leather Armchair on Castors by McKay Furniture Company
Located in Dorchester, MA
Produced in the 1930s by the McKay Furniture Company of Pittsburgh, this armchair features a streamlined chrome frame with handsome ball bolt heads in back and a generous seat and ba...
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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pr. 1930's Machine Age Art Deco Arm Side Dining Chairs possibly Prototypes
By John Carpenter, McKay Furniture Corp.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual pair of period Machine Age arm chairs, having chrome plated steel frames, wood seating backrests, and leather upholstered armrests. We believe these could be early prototypes, as we have not seen this form before, nor can we find any examples in the literature. The construction, style and materials make us think they were made by McKay Craft...
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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Warren McArthur Aluminium Armchair Style No 1170 AU, circa 1939
Located in Camden, ME
A Warren McArthur aluminium armchair style no 1170 AU in excellent vintage condition. This chair is a classic example of Warren's mastery of tube bending. The elongated S of the b...
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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco French Aluminium Armchair
Located in Sharon, CT
A rare 'Machine Age' chair. Constructed of aluminium or 'Monel', leather and leatherette of foam (which has vulcanized). All original.
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1920s French Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Warren McArthur Four Lounge Chairs, Circa 1939
Located in Camden, ME
Warren McArthur suite of four lounge chairs circa late 1930s. These seldom seen examples retain their original finish to their tubular aluminum fram...
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1930s American Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Set of 10 Fine French Art Deco Mahogany dining chairs (8 side and 2 arm)
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Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
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Ralph Lauren Leather and Chrome Armchair
Located in Water Mill, NY
Very heavy leather and chrome armchair by Ralph Lauren. Seat D 19.5.
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Materials

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Scandinavian Space Age Style Leather and Chrome Armchairs by M-TOP, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
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Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of two early Art Deco armchairs from the 1930s. Hardwood construction. Complete professional restoration / upholstery on request possible.  
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Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Pair of Petite Lounge Chairs by Warren McArthur
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of petite lounge chairs designed by Warren McArthur for the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, 1929. Reupholstered in a Holly Hunt boucle.
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Materials

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Pair of Petite Lounge Chairs by Warren McArthur
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$6,800 / set
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Werner Max Moser Embru Wohnbedarf WM1 Reclining Lounge Chair Switzerland 1939
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Werner Max Moser for Embru Wohnbedarf WM1 Lounge Chair Zurich, Switzerland, c. 1939 Rare Lounge chair by Werner Max Moser. Manufactured by Embru Wohnbedarf, Zurich Switzerland. Bauha...
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1970s, Norwegian armchair by Jon Hjortdal, furniture leather, bent wood, canvas.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian armchair by Jon Hjortdal for Velledallen Mobler. Original brown furniture leather, bent wood, canvas. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable c...
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Pair of Chrome and Leather Armchairs by L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous pair of black leather and chrome armchairs that elevate any room with modern comfort. Made in Brazil, these chairs are rare, unique and in gently used condition.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Chrome and Leather Armchairs by L'Atelier San Paulo
Pair of Chrome and Leather Armchairs by L'Atelier San Paulo
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Warren McArthur Armchair Bronze Anodize Style No. 1049-A Rome , NY c. 1933/34
Located in Camden, ME
Warren McArthur bronze anodized armchair labeled: Patent Applied For,Rome ,New York. c. 1932/33 Upholstered in Mohair 20+ years ago .Matching settee and additional armchair available.
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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Warren McArthur Armchair Bronze Anodize Style No. 1052-Au Rome, Ny C. 1933/34
Located in Camden, ME
Warren McArthur bronze anodized armchair labeled: Patent Applied For,Rome ,New York. c. 1932/33 Upholstered in Mohair 20+ years ago  
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Aluminum

KEM Weber for Lloyd Chrome Set of 8 Z Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 8 "Z" chairs designed by Kem Weber for Lloyd Loom. Mid 1930's design. One of the most iconic designs from the Machine Age. Nice set of 8! Chairs show some wear, with some chro...
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8 Thonet 1940s Armed Dining Chairs Art Deco Mohair & Black Lacquer
Located in Miami, FL
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Warren McArthur Art Deco Machine Age Aluminum Armchair in Grey Wool, USA 1930's
Located in New York, NY
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Located in Buffalo, NY
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Windsor Chair from Philadelphia Library in Steel by Canton Art Metal Company
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Pair of ECK Adams Steel and Vinyl Armchairs
By ECK Adams
Located in New York, NY
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1970s American Vintage Machine Age Armchairs

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Located in Buffalo, NY
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Pair of Warren McArthur Armchairs, Model 1044, 1933 to 1935
Located in Camden, ME
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Machine Age armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Machine Age armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, aluminum and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Machine Age armchairs made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Warren McArthur, Warren McArthur Corporation, McKay Furniture Corp., and Lloyd Manufacturing Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $895 and tops out at $14,000 while the average work can sell for $3,900.

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