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Chairs For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Industrial
Baia Green Chair by Kensaku Oshiro, Walnut, Leather
By Kensaku Oshiro, DK3
Located in Paris, IDF
'Baia' chair designed by Kensaku Oshiro for DK3.
Steel, leather and walnut
Dimensions: H 70 x 55 x 48 cm
Model shown on main picture:
Frame: Green
Wood: Walnut
Leather: Pelle
Fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Pair of Hunting Chairs Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, pair of hunting chairs, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954
Swedish hunting chairs designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson in the fifties. This ...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Niels O. Møller Set of Four Rosewood Chairs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Niels O. Møller set of four rosewood chairs, seats upholstered with black leather. Manufactured by J. L. Møller, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'Red Chair' in Cuban mahogany, Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRRE...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Tripod Stool in Solid Oak Wood, by Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid Century, Ca 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A tall beautiful warm patinated vintage tripod stool. Made by an unknown Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s.
This modern stool will fit in many types...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern SJ.750 OVAL chair by Arne Wahl Iversen. New edition
Old glory makes for a new classic
Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen in 1959. At that time Denmark was entering a ...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Boomerang HM1 Lounge Chairs, Oiled Walnut/ Brass/ Karakorum 003 for &T
Located in Dubai, AE
Debuted in 1956, the lounge chair by duo Hvidt & Mølgaard has a no-frills, streamlined form. From the hand-polished wooden frame, to its slender brass legs, the Boomerang endures as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
J104 Chair J Series , Black , Design by Jørgen Bækmark, for Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
Jørgen Bækmark’s J104 chair was designed as a cross between a dining chair and an easy chair,
HAY’s reproduction of this classic is crafted in solid beech with black color finish
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Original Green Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original green leather
Style: Mid century, Sc...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 4
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s
When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 199...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Armchair in Rosewood and Upholstered in Niger Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Armchair in Rosewood and Upholstered in Patinated Niger Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and upholstered in patinated Niger leather
Style: ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair in Teak and Woven Cane by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by A.R. Klingenberg &...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Folding Stool in Teak and Original Natural Leather by Poul Hundevad, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Folding Stool in Teak and Original Natural Leather by Poul Hundevad, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and original natural leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Pair of Panton Classic Chairs in Lime Green
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Verner Panton classic plastic (polyurethane) chairs in a beautiful spring green. Very good condition.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Industrial Piramid Stacking, School Chairs Galvanitas S22 Prouve Style
By Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Industrial Galvanitas S22 Compass / Pyramid School chairs from the 1960s.
The chair has a light gray coated metal frame, a plastic molded seat with closed shell in a red color.
This legs are very easy stack able on each other. In this way you create a fixed row of seats...
Category
1970s Dutch Industrial Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Niels Otto Moller 1960s Model 78A Stool for Sitting
Located in London, GB
Niels Møller's Model 78A stool was designed in 1963 as a sitting stool with seat height the same as the Model 78 dining chair on which the stool is based. Intended as a small stool t...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Olavi Hänninen, Unique Experimental Chairs Gallo & Gallina 'Cock and Hen', 1985
Located in Helsinki, FI
These unique neo funk chairs Gallo and Gallina or "Rooster and Chicken" are designed by Finnish designer and interior architect Olavi Hänninen (1920-1992). Postmodern design influenced interior design in the 1970s till 1990s and landed in the 1980s in Finland. The design of the chairs screams form over function. The bold colour scheme of the chairs black, white, yellow and red are characteristic of that style period. These whimsical chairs...
Category
1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Birch
Set of Ten Danish Fully Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs, Inc. Re-Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten Danish fully restored Erik Buch dining chairs made by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri.
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Jacob Kjaer Rare Set of Six Dining Chairs in Mahogany and Niger Leather
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jabob Kjær for Jacob Kjær Møbelhaandværk, dining chairs, niger leather, cuban mahogany, brass rivets, Denmark, 1937.
Stunning set of dining chairs by Jacob Kjær manufactured in 1937...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé 19
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 19
Wood types available: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Ash Legs with Velvet Mohair by Flemming Lassen, 1940's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material: Ash legs with original velvet mohair fabric
Style: Mi...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Velvet
Walnut, Brown Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Armchair combines the warmth of walnut wood with the luxurious feel of velvet upholstery, creating a seating piece that exudes both elegance and comfort. With its clean lin...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Artfurn, Denmark
Located in Denton, TX
Set of six teak dining chairs by Artfurn company of Denmark with sculptual v-shaped frames.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather by Kaare Klint, 1930's
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather by Kaare Klint, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material: Cuban mahogany and niger leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare armchair...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Lovö chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stained pine 'Lovö' chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s.
Iron mounts, high back. Height 95 cm, seat height 41 cm.
Wear and scratches.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Helge Sibast Dining Chairs Model 59 by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Helge Sibast
Located in Björnlunda, SE
Not often seen on the vintage market this set of 8 dining chairs model 59 designed by Helge Sibast. Produced by Sibast møbelfabrik in Denmark in ca 1957. All seats have had brand new...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Set of Four Dinning Chairs for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen set of four dining chairs in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage Gridded Wire Frame Slipper Chair, USA 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Metal frame and upholstered cushion chair.
Includes cushions upholstered as shown in images, in good condition.
Category
1970s American Industrial Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Fame 61003
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, IDF
Mammoth chair
Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light smoked oak
Fabric: Fame 61003
Wood types available: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
! Poul Kjærholm PK 22 Chair Reupholstered in Cowhide E. Kold Christensen 1963
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Poul Kjærholm (1929–1980) the praised Danish designer, the "furniture architect", designed the emblematic PK22 Chair in 1956. Standing out from the other Danish mid century designers, his predilection material wasn't wood but steel.
This PK22 gets its outstanding comfort from the cowhide which is floating above the metal structure, thanks to the curved crossbars that holds the feet together without interfering with the seat's ergonomy. The obviously powerful and effective design speaks for itself, fitting perfectly a more intimate space needing structure and discretion thanks to the thin and light side view, as well as larger rooms thanks to the wide seat and backrest creating subtle geometric shapes.
The chair has been reupholstered in an elegant black and white cowhide, whose unique pattern interacts gracefully with the design.
The frame bears...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Exceptional Set of Three Bo Fjaestad Three-Legged Birch Chairs, Sweden, 1955
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare set of three chairs was designed by Bo Fjaestad and produced in Sweden in 1955. Each chair is hand-carved and bears the designer's signature "BF-55." The chai...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Birch
Edvard and Tove Kindt-Larsen Dining Chairs, Thorald Madsens, Denmark, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare set of four Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen Dining Chairs, produced by Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Denmark, 1950s/60s. In good structural condition with minor signs of age and use...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Dunes Leather Camel
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair.
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Black oak.
Fabric: Dunes Leather Camel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen 8 Teak Dining Chairs Model 316 for Soborg
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This set of 8 dining chairs model 316, was designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik.
They are made from teak and feature the original paper cord.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs in Teak and Oak Attributed to Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 4 Dining Chairs in Teak and Oak Attributed to Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and oak
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced in Denmark
Dimen...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Oak
Set of Six Arne Vodder Model 422 Wooden Dining Chairs with Fabric Upholstery
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six chairs, model 422, designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s. Four chairs without arms and two with arms. Frame in solid hardwood, seats reupholstered ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Upholstery
Rare PK27 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1971
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive PK27 easy chair in excellent condition.
Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark
Manufactured by E. Kold Christensen
These chairs were only produced for three years, between...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Suede, Bentwood, Plywood
'Shanghai' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Natural Rattan
By Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Scandinavian chair 'Shanghai' by Norr11
Designed by Rune Krojgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik, 2011
Model in the picture:
Frame: Black Oak
Seat: Natural Rat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Niels Moller Model 57 Armchair in Teak & Papercord
Located in London, England
Niels Moller model 57 chair in teak & papercord, circa 1950s.
An immaculate example of this iconic design made from exquisite teak. Designed by Niels Moller for his own company: J...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Steen Eiler Rasmussen Set of Six Dining Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Steen Eiler Rasmussen set of four dining chairs in teak.
Seat new upholstered with mokka aniline leather.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen Set of Six 'Husum' Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Husum' chairs, elm, beech. Denmark, 1930
Danish designer Frits Schlegel created the 'Husum' chair which got manufactured by Fritz Hansen...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Elm, Beech
Pair of Easy Chairs Model "F60" by Karl-Erik Ekselius, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Design Karl-Erik Ekselius, produced by JOC in Vetlanda, Sweden, 1960s.
Chromed steel and original black leather cushions. Good vintage condition!
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of 6 Chairs in Rosewood
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 6 chairs in rosewood. New upholstery in Kvadrat fabric Divina Melange, grey and yellow.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen "Model 125" Lounge Chair for France & Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A low, Danish lounge chair by husband-and-wife design team Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen for France & Son. This example from 1958 has a teak frame around fixed cushions, upholstered i...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Upholstery
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Dining Chairs in Beech&Rosewood
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four vintage chairs was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The elegant frame is made of Beechwood in a chocolate brown shade. The backrest is made of rosewood. The slightl...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech, Rosewood
Set of 4 Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 89 by Erik Buch
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four elegant chairs model 89 was designed by Erik Buch for the Danish manufactory Anderstrup Møbelfabrik during the 1950s. They are made of high-quality teak wood in a da...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
The Shell Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A laminated orange lacquered "shell" lounge chair with upholstered seat and back.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Alvar Aalto chairs model 62 by Artek 2 pcs
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Pair of model 62 chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Artek. The chairs are from 1960s, and in good used condition.
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Birch
Black Leather Hammock Chair, Mogens Voltelen, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
The interplay of straight and curved lines within the chair’s design is very visually satisfying. The rhythm of lines is evident not only in the mahogany wood frame but within the leather too. The seat and back having a hammock construction mean the leather is allowed to bow naturally.
The continuous curve that the back legs are carved into and the apron (wooden rail across the front) at the front of the chair both echo the exact arc of the leather hammock...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 'Sawbuck' dining chair, model CH29, teak, beige fabric, Denmark, design 1952
Hans Wegner's chair exemplifies a solid construction, despite its...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Dunes Leather Camel
Located in Paris, IDF
Hippo chair.
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: dark smoked oak.
Fabric: Dunes Leather Camel 21004
Wood types availabl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Jorgen Hoj for Johannes Hansen Aluminum and Leather Chairs 1962
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jorgen Hoj Pair of elegant and handsome Aluminum and leather Chairs. Hoj was a student of Poul Kjaerholm and the influence is clear. Beautifully made. This pair shows wear and tea...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Ten Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Chairs, Blue Fabric, Labels on Several Chairs
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 10 Danish modern dining chairs in Brazilian rosewood and new blue upholstery. Some slight wear in the form of small nicks and dents in the chair frames but no significant dist...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Pair of Easy Chairs in Birch & Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Laminated Birch and Original Leather Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1968
Additional Information:
Material: Laminated birch and original leather webbing
Style: Mid...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Scandinavian design mid century modern sculptural
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare matching all original set of 6 dining chairs in beautifully sculpted teak and black leather designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Oddensen Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark, circa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern 1940s Occasional Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A wonderful older Danish modern design that reflects on the more traditional styling. Beech frame with upholstered seat.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Pair of Stools in Oregon Pine by Edvard Wilberg, 1955
By Edvard Wilberg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Stools in Oregon Pine by Edvard Wilberg, 1955
Additional Information:
Material: Oregon pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavia
Produced by Edvard Wilberg møbelfabrik in Norway
...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Sert of 2 Carved Solid Pine Chairs, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
Pair of minimalist carved pine dining chairs with a wide seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
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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