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Chairs For Sale
Creator: Knoll
Creator: Emeco
1960s Pollack Executive Chair by Charles Pollack for Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A vintage Pollack executive chair on five leg pedestal base featuring his ‘rim technology’ of metal edge banding around the chair’s periphery s...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Modern Marc Krusin for Knoll Krusin Wood Side Dining Armchair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Krusin wood dining or side chair is contemporary and very comfortable. Well-constructed frame and steam bent top rail with light and graceful clean lines that are engaging from ...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Hardwood, Oak

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. ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Red Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of vintage Florence Knoll lounge chairs on steel bases. We have these totally refurbished and re-upholstered in red Maharam Messenger fabric. The bases have been polished, and...
Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pr. Cube Form Club Chairs by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of leather club chairs designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Executed in grayish blue leather, close to a slate blue in tone. Chairs are matching in color, they appear different in the pictures as a result of uneven lighting. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Priced and offered as a pair, please view the matching loveseat we have listed separately at Barbarella Home...
Category

Late 20th Century American International Style Chairs

Materials

Leather

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...
Category

1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Emeco Navy Counter Stool in Brushed Aluminum by US Navy
Located in Hanover, PA
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous Production ever since. With the famous 77 step Process, our craftsmen take soft, recycled aluminum, h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco 1 Inch Barstool in Brushed Aluminum and Ash by Jasper Morrison
Located in Hanover, PA
For the 1 Inch Collection, Jasper Morrison tapped into Emeco’s heritage in hand crafting recycled aluminum, and leveraged its signature strength, light weight, and sustainability. Em...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Krusin Armchair in Ebonized Oak by Marc Krusin for Knoll, USA, c. 2000's
Located in Deland, FL
Beautiful style and comfortable seating. The Krusin armchair with upholstered back inset from Knoll complements a broad range of established motifs with its subtle elegance and strai...
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Knoll Mid Century Brno Flatbar Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Countryside, IL
Knoll mid century Brno Flatbar Chrome dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 23 wide x 24 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and ar...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom, Vostra Easy Lounge Chair for Walter Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed for Knoll circa 1950, this Vintage Jens Risom Vostra Chair is modern and elegant with its curved lines. This chair is in the mid-century mod...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Maple

Contemporary Marc Krusin for Knoll Krusin Wood Side Dining Armchair, Set of 6
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Krusin wood dining or side chair is contemporary and very comfortable. Well-constructed frame and steam bent top rail with light and graceful clean lines that are engaging from every angle. Great for home dining room or guest reception areas and private office. Please note the price listed is for a set of 6 chairs Specifications: Fabric colors: Beige/cappuccino Grey oak, black ceruse hard wood frame and arms, dowel and mortise and tenon constructions Seat: High density polyurethane foam and elastic seat belt...
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Hardwood, Oak

1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Brescia, IT
Marcel Breuer B33 chairs, pair Knoll International Italy / USA, c. 1970 Chrome-plated steel Fabric Seat Ufficio Tecnico 1971 Ufficio Tecnico, Knoll International's in-house team of engineers and designers, introduced the award-winning Spoleto chair...
Category

1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Wilhelm Knol Easy Chairs In Cherry and Original Upholstery, Germany 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern easy chairs In Cherry By Wilhelm Knoll, Germany 1960s Mid-20th Century A wonderful set of four easy chairs from the 1960s. High-quality, solid frame in brown st...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Set of 6 Blue 1305-U for Knoll Bentwood Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Madison, WI
Here is an incredible, Rare Set of 6 Post Modern Knoll Oak bentwood upholstered armchairs. The seats are upholstered in a sturdy and very cool Blue pattern textile. Price is for the ...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Set of 8 "Tulip" chairs designed by Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) and manufactured by Knoll. Glass fiber, aluminium base and synthetic leather cushion. United States, Circa 1950.
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair Original Bronze Green Early Eero Saarinen 71 Executive Side Chairs Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are offering a beautiful pair of executive 71 side chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These are early examples and are in very good 100 percent original condition. One ch...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Elephant Hide Grey Leather
Located in Danville, CA
Rare set of four, early Barcelona chairs in elephant hide grey leather. Some patina and visible signs of age accentuate the domestically produced...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Bird Chair and Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair and ottoman. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman were originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and manufactured by Knoll Interna...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Shelton Mindel Chairs for Knoll, 2006
Located in Chicago, IL
Shelton Mindel chairs for Knoll, 2006. 2 Available Lacquered wood, mohair. Knoll plaque and paper label on underside. Condition: very good to excellent. Measures: 22”W...
Category

Early 2000s Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Bentwood

Emeco Run 3-Seat Bench in Aluminum and Ash by Sam Hecht & Kim Colin
Located in Hanover, PA
Run is a collection of tables, benches and shelves by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin, designers of the simple and no-nonsense. Run effortlessly finds balance in both indoor and outdoor land...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Shelton Mindel Arm Chairs for Knoll, 2006 Upholstered Seat
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Shelton Mindel chairs for Knoll, 2006. Lacquered wood, mohair. Knoll plaque and paper label on underside. Measures: 22”W x 23”D x 32”H. 2 Condition: These chairs a...
Category

Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Bentwood

Frank Gehry Power Play Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, Signed, Great Condition
Located in Kansas City, MO
Power play chair and ottoman designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll in very close to new condition. There are no chips, cracks or repairs to the wood slats...
Category

1990s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Six Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
The definition of minimalism in a singular design, achieved by the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929; the Brno chair is just that, world renowned for its modern architectural fo...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bertoia Childs Chair for Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic midcentury child's chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. This example is circa 1960s, it is in good condition, showing only expected cosmetic wear, normal and consistent...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Executive Armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Inc. / Knoll International, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Armchair in yellow fabric. Stamped Knoll. Wear due to time and age of the chair (see photo) Seat height: 47cm.
Category

1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stools in Custom Italian Parker Hotel Style Cushions
Located in Saint Louis, MO
How would you like to show these? Hollywood Regency Palm Springs Parker Hotel? Mid Century Modern Minimalist? Perhaps interchange both. This pair of bar stools came about in 1950 when Italian Sculptor and Furniture Designer Harry Bertoia experimented with bending metal rods to create practical art. Bertoia's bar stool has a filigree appearance that contradicts its strength and durability. In his own words, “If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them.” Made of bent metal frames finished in chrome with bends and curves to support all of yours, these sexy mid century modern bar stools are comfortable. Photographed along with custom made cushions inspired by Norma's Restaurant at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs, California. Custom Cushions add comfort and a cozy experience while traditional Knoll yellow...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Navy Chair by Emeco
Located in Meulebeke, BE
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous production ever since. This is a recent production in a very good condition.
Category

1940s North American Industrial Vintage Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Pavo Blue Velvet, Gold Edition, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 2 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian Velvet in the color Pavo blue. Skilled craftsmen...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
We have up to ten available in this upholstery which is a Knoll textile with Bergamo piping. Or you can do in a fabric of your choice.
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Emeco Navy Officer Armchair in Black Fabric with Black Powder Coated Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

111 Navy Mini Chair by Coca-Cola
Located in Hanover, PA
The 111 Navy Mini is a story of innovation, turning waste plastic into something that lasts. Each stool is made of 111 recycled PET bottles. Like the original 111 Navy stool...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Emeco Navy Officer Side Chair in Grey Fabric with Brushed Aluminum Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Modern Bulldog Armed Side Chairs by McCoy & Fahnstrom for Knoll Set 12
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Modern discontinued Bulldog Armed Side Chairs by Michael McCoy & Dale Fahnstrom for Knoll with black cantilever bases and blue fabric 12 total. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are minor scuffs on all frames and arms. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 6/23/2000. NOTE: We are selling these chairs as a set however, if you love them and would like fewer, we may consider entertaining that request. Just let us know. Doughnuts, Roses, Cookies, Eggs, and these Awesome Knoll armchairs… Just a few things that are better by the DOZEN! That’s right! We have TWELVE of these wonderful Bulldog Armed side chairs by Knoll for you!! They were designed in 1990 by award winning designers Michael McCoy & Dale Fahnstrom and discontinued in 2009. These are labeled 6/23/2000. They are comprised of black finished steel cantilever frames with black plastic arm covers, molded plastic scoop-back seats, and they wear a fabulous blue nubby textured fabric. They have an ergonomically thought-out design, ensuring comfort and timeless style sure to withstand the hands of time. They are ready to grace your home or office with their iconic awesome-ness! Of course, they would be perfect surrounding a fabulous conference table at the office, but they would also be wonderful at a dining table in your Modern dining room, at a game table in the family room, or maybe you need extra seating for times you encounter those unexpected guests? Comfort, Style, Versatility, two AWARD WINNING designers, and they’re by Knoll… an exemplary manufacturer. These chairs have everything you’ve been looking for. As a designer, Michael McCoy is best known for his work with furniture manufacturer Knoll International. Along with Dale Fahnstrom, Fahnstrom/McCoy Design Consultants designed the 5-time award-winning Bulldog chair. The Bulldog is Knoll's best-selling office chair to date. Michael McCoy along with his wife Katherine McCoy was the recipient of the Smithsonian’s first Design Minds National Design Award. His designs include the Horizon LED Light for Humanscale with Peter Stathis, the million selling “Bulldog Chair” for Knoll and the Place Airport Seating for Arconas with Curt Fentress. He has received many international design awards for his work for Humanscale, Knoll, Philips, Steelcase and NEC including Germany’s Red Dot Award, the IDSA Gold Award, The Spark Award, London’s FX Award, the ID Magazine Best of Category, the IBD Award and The Interiors Magazine Best Office Design. He was principal in McCoy & McCoy Inc. in Colorado and Fahnstrom/McCoy Design Consultants in Chicago, he was Co-chair of the Design Department at Cranbrook Academy of Art for 23 years. His strategies for interpreting technology and information through design form have been widely published and he lectures internationally on the subject. Dale Fahnstrom graduated with a BFA and MFA in Industrial Design, in 1962 and 1965, from the University of Illinois, Champaign. Early in his career Fahnstrom was product designer for Unimark International. He co-founded the Chicago design firms Source, Inc. and Design Planning Group, and designed products for firms such as Knoll International, Philips Electronics N.V., Steelcase, Brayton International, Vecta Contract...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Richard Meier Armchairs Set of 10 for Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Richard Meier Armchairs, 10 chairs Knoll USA, 1982 Maple Measures: 26.5 H × 20.5 W × 20 D in. Large set. In original condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Emeco Navy Officer Side Chair in Grey Fabric with Black Powder Coated Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an armchair and swivel chairs, available in hand-brushed aluminum or a black powder coat finish. Upholstery is offered in a selection of Kvadrat and Maharam textiles and leathers. The Emeco 1006 Navy Chair...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Knoll Copper Plated Skeleton Chairs David Washington Design for Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
A very nice pair of cast aluminum copper plated skeleton chairs by David Washington for Knoll. Very nice to excellent condition. Dimensions: 21" depth ...
Category

20th Century North American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chair for Knoll. Designed for the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic.
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Orange Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of thinking, combining longevity of design, durability, and the use of recycled materials t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Large Richard Meier Dining Set for Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Richard Meier Dining Set Dining table, armchairs, 10 chairs Knoll USA, 1982 Maple Measures: 27.5 H × 96 W × 60 W in table Measures: 26.5 H × 20.5 W × 20 D in. Large dining set...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wide White Diamond Chair & Ottoman with Pink Upholstery
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia for Knoll wide version diamond chair with ottoman, frames are original white paint an original but faded pink Knoll textile covers. Minor scuffs to f...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Emeco Alfi Low Back Chair with Aluminum Frame by Jasper Morrison
Located in Hanover, PA
Emeco and Jasper Morrison together, designed and engineered the Alfi Collection with the conviction that what you don't see is as important as what you do see. Made of reclaimed mate...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with White Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of thinking, combining longevity of design, durability, and the use of recycled materials t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Red Cushion and Steel Diamond Armchair by Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
USA mid-century Red cushion and steel Diamond armchair by Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s. Diamond armchair with structure in welded steel rods with polished chrome plating. The red cushio...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Emeco 111 Navy Counter Stool in Red by Coca-Cola
Located in Hanover, PA
The 111 Navy collection is a story of innovation, turning waste plastic into something that lasts. Each stool is made of 150 recycled PET bottles. Like the original 111 Navy chair, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Emeco Navy Officer Swivel Chair in Black Fabric with Black Powder Coated Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an armchair and swivel chairs, available in hand-brushed aluminum or a black powder coat finish. Upholstery is offered in a selection of Kvadrat and Maharam textiles and leathers. The Emeco 1006...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International
Located in Brussels, BE
Diamond chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 6 available Sold par piece 1250€.  
Category

1970s European Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Jens Risom for Knoll Mid Century Strap Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom for Knoll mid century strap lounge chairs - pair These chairs measure: 20 wide x 23 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 inches ?All pieces of furniture...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Emeco Nine-0 Swivel Armchair with Bar Back and Gray Seat by Ettore Sottsass
Located in Hanover, PA
Before he died at the age of 90, Ettore Sottsass worked with Emeco on his last chair- the Nine-0. The inspiration was Sottsass own Navy chair in his Milan apartment-but this time wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco 111 Navy Barstool in Persimmon by Coca-Cola
Located in Hanover, PA
The 111 Navy collection is a story of innovation, turning waste plastic into something that lasts. Each stool is made of 150 recycled PET bottles. Like the original 111 Navy chair, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Early and hard to find design by Jens Risom for Knoll, model 666 chairs having birch frames and cloth webbing seats. These chairs are in original and untouch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in Blue Raf Simons Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous upholstery by Raf Simons. Brightens this chair.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Emeco 1 Inch All Aluminum Counter Stool by Jasper Morrison, 1stdibs Exclusive
Located in Hanover, PA
For the 1 inch collection, Jasper Morrison tapped into Emeco’s heritage in hand crafting recycled aluminum, and leveraged its signature strength, light weight, and sustainability. Em...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Navy Officer Side Chair in Black Fabric with Brushed Aluminum Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an armchair and swivel chairs, available in hand-brushed aluminum or a black powder coat finish. Upholstery is offered in a selection of Kvadrat and Maharam textiles and leathers. The Emeco 1006 Navy Chair...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Navy Officer Armchair in Grey Fabric with Brushed Aluminum Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Navy Officer Side Chair in Navy Blue Fabric with Black Powder Coated Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an armchair and swivel chairs, available in hand-brushed aluminum or a black powder coat finish. Upholstery is offered in a selection of Kvadrat and Maharam textiles and leathers. The Emeco 1006 Navy Chair...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Navy Officer Side Chair in Black Fabric with Black Powder Coated Frame
Located in Hanover, PA
"Jasper Morrison has given Emeco’s classic upholstered Navy Officer Collection a fresh, light and modern update. The Navy Officer Collection by Jasper Morrison features a chair, an armchair and swivel chairs, available in hand-brushed aluminum or a black powder coat finish. Upholstery is offered in a selection of Kvadrat and Maharam textiles and leathers. The Emeco 1006...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Shop Antique and Vintage Chairs on 1stDibs: Lounge Chairs, Dining Chairs and Other Seating for Sale

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

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