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Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s

Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Oak, Leather Easy Chairs by OCA, 1970s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This rare pair of easy chairs, attributed to Sergio Rodrigues and produced by OCA Furniture in Brazil, stands as an exemplary expression of mid-century Brazilian modernism—marked by ...

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat

Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Side chair, leather, stained wood, United States, 1950s Admirable handcrafted side chair from the 1950s. This chair features a combination of diverse shapes that create a wonderful ...

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1950s American American Craftsman Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Side Chair
Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Side Chair

Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Side Chair

Located in London, GB

Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Gilt Detailed Side Chair C.1840 In very good condition commensurate of age. Please message for an accurate shipp...

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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Nepal Accent Chair in Mongolian Fur Leather by Paola Navone for Baxter, Italy
Nepal Accent Chair in Mongolian Fur Leather by Paola Navone for Baxter, Italy

Nepal Accent Chair in Mongolian Fur Leather by Paola Navone for Baxter, Italy

By Baxter, Paola Navone

Located in Boston, MA

Made in Italy. White Mongolia leather accent chair. An excellent companion to any setting. An Iconic Baxter piece. Metal frame, stove-enameled finish with antioxidant protection wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Crate Chair, Designed by Gerrit Rietveld, Made by Cassina 1970s
Crate Chair, Designed by Gerrit Rietveld, Made by Cassina 1970s

Crate Chair, Designed by Gerrit Rietveld, Made by Cassina 1970s

By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina

Located in Hellouw, NL

Nice Gerrit Rietveld 'Crate' chair. This chair was designed by Rietveld in 1934 and made by Cassina in the 1970s. This chair is made out of ash wood and has a colorless lacquer. 'Gerrit Rietveld designed the 'crate' series of furniture built from standardized pine boards – cheap material for packing crates – which were soon well-known as ‘crate furniture’. 'From 1935 on the progressive designs appeared at Metz & Co, where furniture by Rietveld had already been sold since 1930. The crate desk...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Pine

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic, Espresso Finish
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic, Espresso Finish

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic, Espresso Finish

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Elevate your space with this sculptural Suar wood chair, expertly carved from a single, solid block of timber. Its fluid, organic form showcases the natural curvature and grain of th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Red and Blue Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, for Cassina, De Stijl, Netherlands
Red and Blue Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, for Cassina, De Stijl, Netherlands

Red and Blue Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, for Cassina, De Stijl, Netherlands

By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina

Located in LYON, FR

Red and blue chair Gerrit Rietveld Cassina edition Vintage Red and blue chair by Dutch designer Gerrit Rietveld. Produced since 1973 by Italian manufacturer Cassina. Stamped on the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch De Stijl Chairs

Materials

Beech, Birch

Pierre Jeanneret Committee Armchair by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret Committee Armchair by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret Committee Armchair by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern

By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Committee armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950 , relaunched in 2022. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Part of the Hommage à Pierre Jeanneret tribute collection, the din...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970's Brazilian MP-115 design chair by Percival Lafer
1970's Brazilian MP-115 design chair by Percival Lafer

1970's Brazilian MP-115 design chair by Percival Lafer

By Percival Lafer

Located in Belo Horizonte, BR

The MP-115 features a seat and backrest built around wooden frames entirely encased in a dense foam layer. Both components are joined by an exposed wooden I-shaped element, which con...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Pierre Chapo Set of Four Elm and Leather S 24 Dining Chairs, France, 1960s
Pierre Chapo Set of Four Elm and Leather S 24 Dining Chairs, France, 1960s

Pierre Chapo Set of Four Elm and Leather S 24 Dining Chairs, France, 1960s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares

Set of four S 24, Pierre Chapo designed this model in 1967, he highlighted the strength of the half-lap joints to ensure a highly rigid chair. Visible Allen black screws and woven co...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

Pair of Clarence Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Pair of Clarence Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Pair of Clarence Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Clarence Chair by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier is a timeless piece inspired by the classic Napoleon III design. These side chairs are made to order, allowing customers to provide the...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Linen

Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin

Customizable Artifort Big Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in New York, NY

A design that is so clearly Artifort as the mushroom is something that’s dear to our hearts. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this armchair in the original shape, bright colours and revolutionary manufacturing technique for the time. The idea for the mushroom came to Pierre Paulin while he was watching women, shaped and sheathed in their swimming suits. He wanted the same thing for a seat. The inspiration can be found in the beautiful curves as well as in the seamless one-piece elastic fabric. The mushroom is the first piece of furniture that is manufactured with an seamless one-piece elastic cover method. Its original shape will mark the furniture of the 60s by inspiring many other creations with sculptural forms. Today, the seat is part of the permanent collection of MoMa (The Museum of Modern Art in New York). The round shapes and comfortable padding are a perfect match with bright colours for an original and trendy effect. This iconic armchair was once launched as the F562, and has been re-launched as big mushroom...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile

Custom Set of Eight French Style Ladder Back Chairs
Custom Set of Eight French Style Ladder Back Chairs

Custom Set of Eight French Style Ladder Back Chairs

Located in Woodbury, CT

These chairs, constructed in sturdy oak, but finished in a fruitwood stain offer the best of both worlds: Handsome French country style and solid, substantial construction. The rush ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Organic Free Form Brutalist Wabi Sabi Timber Chairs
Vintage Organic Free Form Brutalist Wabi Sabi Timber Chairs

Vintage Organic Free Form Brutalist Wabi Sabi Timber Chairs

Located in London, GB

A run of four unique and statement occasional chairs in carved and varnished timber. Featuring organic backrests and heavy seats that retain their natural forms. The contrast of thes...

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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of 4 Black Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Set of 4 Black Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

Set of 4 Black Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a gently used set of 4 Series 7 (model 3107) chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. They have seats in a colored ash veneer - black (#195). The Series 7 chair is an icon...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Antler Armchair with Wild Boar Hide, Red Deer, Fallow Deer, 1880s
Antler Armchair with Wild Boar Hide, Red Deer, Fallow Deer, 1880s

Antler Armchair with Wild Boar Hide, Red Deer, Fallow Deer, 1880s

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Hunting trophy armchair of antlers, wild boar and red deer. Very expressive and impressive looking throne. The fluid form of the antlers creates a sculptural, organic aesthetic. Ne...

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18th Century Polish Black Forest Antique Chairs

Materials

Antler, Animal Skin

Swedish brutalist monk chair in carved beechwood +/- 1900
Swedish brutalist monk chair in carved beechwood +/- 1900

Swedish brutalist monk chair in carved beechwood +/- 1900

By Swedese

Located in Zemst, BE

Swedish monk chair in carved beechwood No maker or carpenter to be found on this one. The Swedish monk chair has probably been made by a local furniture maker or carpenter. Still i...

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20th Century Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Beech

Spanish Colonial Armchair with New Leather Seat and Back
Spanish Colonial Armchair with New Leather Seat and Back

Spanish Colonial Armchair with New Leather Seat and Back

Located in Stockholm, SE

A spanish colonial massive wooden chair with broad, curved armrests and with new, thick leather seat and back. Good condition.  

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Late 19th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Chrome and Acrylic Glass Chair, 1970s, Germany
Chrome and Acrylic Glass Chair, 1970s, Germany

Chrome and Acrylic Glass Chair, 1970s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Acrylic glass and chrome chair, Germany, 1970s. This distinctive vintage chair features a sleek tubular chrome frame combined with transparent acrylic glass panels for the seat and b...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chair Thonet Nr. 33, 1881-1887
Chair Thonet Nr. 33, 1881-1887

Chair Thonet Nr. 33, 1881-1887

$685Sale Price|20% Off

Chair Thonet Nr. 33, 1881-1887

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Praha, CZ

Original state with a pleasant patina of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished. New canning in seat.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Edward Wormley Tear Drop Lounge Chairs
Edward Wormley Tear Drop Lounge Chairs

Edward Wormley Tear Drop Lounge Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful matched pair of tear drop lounges model #5106. Professionally re-upholstered.

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1950s American Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen
Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen

Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen

By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Kaare Klint a pair of armchairs in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN and architect's monogrammed pa...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of 4 Sculptural High Back Lucite Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Sculptural High Back Lucite Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Sculptural High Back Lucite Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking set of four vintage Lucite dining chairs featuring elegant, sculptural high backs and clear acrylic frames that catch and reflect...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Acrylic, Lucite

Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France

Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France

By Maria Pergay

Located in New York, NY

Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and steel chairs form France. From the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer Era. The leather is in...

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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

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Steel

Four Moroccan Armchairs Art Deco circa 1930, Carved Pine
Four Moroccan Armchairs Art Deco circa 1930, Carved Pine

Four Moroccan Armchairs Art Deco circa 1930, Carved Pine

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pair of Moroccan Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930 One of the fauteuils has the particularity of having armrests lower than the others. Original antique condition Frames are sound a...

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Suite de 6 chaises minimalistes vintage en bois de hêtre des années 70 80
Suite de 6 chaises minimalistes vintage en bois de hêtre des années 70 80

Suite de 6 chaises minimalistes vintage en bois de hêtre des années 70 80

Located in BESANÇON, FR

6 chaises vintage des années 70 80, style scandinave, design dans le goût minimaliste de Clive Bacon ou du fabricant allemand Schlapp Mobel, joli travail en courbes des dossiers et a...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

6 Ficks Reed Rattan Black Dining Chairs
6 Ficks Reed Rattan Black Dining Chairs

6 Ficks Reed Rattan Black Dining Chairs

By Ficks Reed

Located in Pasadena, TX

et of 6 rattan black style dining chairs by Fick’s Reed feature a high gloss finish and floral upholstery. Structurally sound, all strapping intact, upholstery in good condition

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20th Century American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Pair of Stacking Chairs by Karl Schwanzer, Thonet, Austria, 1950s
Pair of Stacking Chairs by Karl Schwanzer, Thonet, Austria, 1950s

Pair of Stacking Chairs by Karl Schwanzer, Thonet, Austria, 1950s

By Karl Schwanzer, Thonet

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A rare set of two Viennese stacking chairs made of brown stained wood designed by Austrian architect Prof. Karl Schwanzer and manufactured by Thonet in the 1950s. This chair was des...

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Beech

"Vilbert" Chair by Verner Panton by IKEA
"Vilbert" Chair by Verner Panton by IKEA

"Vilbert" Chair by Verner Panton by IKEA

Located in København, København

1980s "Vilbert" chair by Verner Panton for IKEA - Panton own color scheme represented on this fabulous vintage chair, which is in very good condition.

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1980s Swedish Vintage Chairs

Materials

Laminate

Pair of rustic chairs made of wood and rope, 1940
Pair of rustic chairs made of wood and rope, 1940

Pair of rustic chairs made of wood and rope, 1940

Located in MONTESSON, FR

This pair of rustic wooden chairs has a simple design. The seat and backrest are made of woven rope. They are in good vintage condition and have a beautiful patina.

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1940s French Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Set of Six Italian Dark Brown Wood and Faux Leather Dining Chairs
Set of Six Italian Dark Brown Wood and Faux Leather Dining Chairs

Set of Six Italian Dark Brown Wood and Faux Leather Dining Chairs

Located in Madrid, ES

Set of six Italian modern dining chairs. Sleek design with elegantly shaped narrow legs. Solid dark stained wood and chocolate brown faux leather seat covers.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Antique Chinoiserie Ebonized Rosewood High Relief Ball & Claw Scholars Chair
Antique Chinoiserie Ebonized Rosewood High Relief Ball & Claw Scholars Chair

Antique Chinoiserie Ebonized Rosewood High Relief Ball & Claw Scholars Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Chinoiserie side dining, scholars, or vanity chair. Made of ebonized Rosewood featuring highly ornate gothic inspired carvings with dragons, bats, squirrels, flowers, nuts, b...

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19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Rare Pair of Modernist T-Back Chairs, Netherlands, 1960s
Rare Pair of Modernist T-Back Chairs, Netherlands, 1960s

Rare Pair of Modernist T-Back Chairs, Netherlands, 1960s

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

A rare pair of Dutch modernist chairs from the 1960s, characterized by their striking geometric construction and distinctive T-shaped backrests. The radically reduced design is built...

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1960s Dutch Minimalist Vintage Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

French Pair of Ash Wood & Straw Chairs by Dudouyt, circa 1940
French Pair of Ash Wood & Straw Chairs by Dudouyt, circa 1940

French Pair of Ash Wood & Straw Chairs by Dudouyt, circa 1940

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Labrit, Landes

French strawed pair of chairs, made circa 1940 A French designer and decorator at the beginning of the 20th century, Charles Dudouyt remains highly regarded today. Influenced by the ...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Straw, Ash

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960

By Steffen Syrach-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960 Additional Information: Material: Solid rosewood and woven cane Style: Mid century, Scandinavi...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Cane

PAiR OF VINTAGE ART DECO HARDWOOD OXBLOOD LEATHER CARVER DINING OFFICE ARMCHAIRS
PAiR OF VINTAGE ART DECO HARDWOOD OXBLOOD LEATHER CARVER DINING OFFICE ARMCHAIRS

PAiR OF VINTAGE ART DECO HARDWOOD OXBLOOD LEATHER CARVER DINING OFFICE ARMCHAIRS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair English Mahogany and Oxblood leather carved dining armchairs Please note: The delivery fe...

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20th Century English Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs C.1900
Pair Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs C.1900

Pair Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs C.1900

Located in London, GB

A Pair of Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs England C.1900. Satinwood Inlaid Mahogany with upholstered seats. In very good condition commensurate of age. Please message ...

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Early 1900s English Sheraton Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Tiger Speaking Velvet - Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Tiger Speaking Velvet - Dedar, Poland, 1960s

Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Tiger Speaking Velvet - Dedar, Poland, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech

Surrealistic Italian 1940s Chair in Wood and Yellow Velvet
Surrealistic Italian 1940s Chair in Wood and Yellow Velvet

Surrealistic Italian 1940s Chair in Wood and Yellow Velvet

Located in Milan, IT

Surrealistic Italian 1940s Chair in Wood and Yellow Velvet. Beautifully Shaped Back.

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Mid Century Modern, Set of 6 Oak Dining Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Danish Mid Century Modern, Set of 6 Oak Dining Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Danish Mid Century Modern, Set of 6 Oak Dining Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

A beautiful set of six sculptural dining chairs in solid oak by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s. The chairs carry the distinctive organic language known from Kjærnulf’s work...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Oak

Pop Art Graffiti Tagged Chair (IV) by Adam Baranello
Pop Art Graffiti Tagged Chair (IV) by Adam Baranello

Pop Art Graffiti Tagged Chair (IV) by Adam Baranello

Located in East Quogue, NY

Chair (IV) - unique, collectable artist-designed chair, tagged and signed by the artist. Size: 31 H x 16 D x 16 W Multidisciplinary artist Adam Baranello embraces the grit and text...

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2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs

Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs

$2,400Sale Price / set|31% Off

Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A pair 19th century Danish Klismos chairs. Collected in Copenhagen elegant pair of late 19th century Danish Klismos Chairs. Ebonized hardwood wi...

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19th Century Danish Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

19thc Ranch Style Pressed Back Chairs, Set of Four
19thc Ranch Style Pressed Back Chairs, Set of Four

19thc Ranch Style Pressed Back Chairs, Set of Four

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc original old surface pressed back chairs in fine sturdy condition. The set of a great cowboy or Ralph Lauren Double RL look !!! Fantastic condition and...

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1890s American Adirondack Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Beautiful and classic Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s Armchairs with structure entirely in rattan with bands to hold it all together, with cur...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of Six Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs in Teak
Set of Six Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs in Teak

Set of Six Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs in Teak

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1950s Dimensions: 16″ wide x 17″ deep x 30.5″ tall, Seat: 17.5″ tall Condition: Frames are in good original c...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

1950s Set 4 FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Denmark
1950s Set 4 FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Denmark

1950s Set 4 FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Denmark

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

Superb set of four first generation 1950s Fritz Hansen FH4103 ‘Heart’ dining chairs, designed in 1953 by Hans Wegner, and are not only beautiful, they’re also practical - three legge...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

Danish Midcentury Accent or Vanity Chair
Danish Midcentury Accent or Vanity Chair

Danish Midcentury Accent or Vanity Chair

By Frode Holm

Located in Bridgeport, CT

This is a great small vanity chair in the style of Frode Holm. For the person that already has everything, this may be the one thing to get. The cha...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Suede

Mid-Century Jacques Adnet Inspired Red Woven Rattan and Wire Hoop Chair
Mid-Century Jacques Adnet Inspired Red Woven Rattan and Wire Hoop Chair

Mid-Century Jacques Adnet Inspired Red Woven Rattan and Wire Hoop Chair

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Red dyed and woven rattan chair on white enameled wire frame. In original condition with visible wear consistent with age and use including a few spots where red has chipped.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wire

1990s Swiss Modern Chair in Painted Plywood & Chromed Steel
1990s Swiss Modern Chair in Painted Plywood & Chromed Steel

1990s Swiss Modern Chair in Painted Plywood & Chromed Steel

Located in Debrecen, HU

This 1990s Swiss modern chair reflects the purity and functionality often associated with Scandinavian design. The curved molded plywood seat and back form a soft, organic silhouette...

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1990s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Be Careful Chair, Modern Collectible Seating, Limited Edition Made in Canada
Be Careful Chair, Modern Collectible Seating, Limited Edition Made in Canada

Be Careful Chair, Modern Collectible Seating, Limited Edition Made in Canada

By Ryan Mercer

Located in Paris, IDF

The Be Careful Chair is a fearless exploration of beauty, danger, and contradiction, transforming an everyday lounge chair into a provocative work of collectible design. As its name ...

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2010s Canadian Modern Chairs

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

Clop Lounge Chair by Jordi Ribaudí: Modern Leather & Wood Design
Clop Lounge Chair by Jordi Ribaudí: Modern Leather & Wood Design

Clop Lounge Chair by Jordi Ribaudí: Modern Leather & Wood Design

By Jordi Ribaudí

Located in Barcelona, ES

With an unusual fold on top of the back, the Clop lounge chair represents the end of a journey that goes from the simplicity of a clog shoe – half wood, half leather- to a chair. Ide...

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2010s Spanish Chairs

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Cowhide, Oak

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. 

Questions About Chairs

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The standard chair size varies based on the type of seat and is generally represented by seat heights. For dining chairs, the standard seat height is 18 to 23 inches, while accent chairs usually have seat heights of around 16 inches. A standard office chair seat height is 16 to 21 inches, with many models adjusting to suit users' needs. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure who made the first chair. Early records have traced the chair's history back to Ancient Europe and suggest that early forms of seating were used as early as 5,800 years ago. These first chairs were usually wood-wrapped in fabric or leather. At just 10 inches high, their seat heights were much lower than those used today. Shop a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A nesting chair is an office chair that features a unique space-saving design. When not in use, the seat flips down and the hinged frame of the chair folds, allowing you to push two or more together in a front-to-back arrangement. The chairs can then be stored in a tighter space. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of office chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    A porter's chair is called that due to its history. Early examples of porter's chairs date back to medieval England and France. At that time, households positioned the chairs near the front doors of homes to give the hall porters a place to sit while they waited to receive guests. Although hall porters are less commonly employed in homes today, the upholstered chairs with their curved, deep backs continue to bear the name. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Why the furniture used for seating is called a chair has to do with the history of language. The word comes from the 13th-century English word chaer, which in turn can be traced back to the Latin word cathedra, meaning seat. If that word reminds you of the word cathedral, it's no accident. The word cathedral gets its name from the fact that a cathedral is where the bishop of a parish has his seat. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Chairs are made of a variety of materials. Many chairs feature wood construction. Some chairs also have cushioning made with foam or natural fibers. A chair’s upholstery may be made with real or synthetic leather or other materials. Furniture makers also produce chairs made of metal such as steel and aluminum, fiberglass, plastic, rattan, bamboo, acrylic or other materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To know if your chair is valuable, look for a label, stamp or other marking that indicates the maker. Then, look it up using trusted online resources to find out who produced the chair. Once you have identified the maker, you can check out sales histories on online platforms to get an idea of how much it is worth. Keep in mind that the condition of your piece will also influence its value. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect your chair and provide you with a professional opinion. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an old chair, search its frame and the underside of its seat for the maker's markings. You may find a paper label, a metal tag or marks branded or carved directly onto the chair. Once you've located the marking, conduct a search of trusted online resources to determine what maker it corresponds to, and from there, you can review catalogues or reference guides devoted to the brand to learn more about your chair. Alternatively, you can take your chair to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer and have them assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    The easiest way to tell how old your chair is on your own is to look for a maker's mark or label. Usually, you will find it under the seat or on the base or frame. Once you know the maker, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to learn when it manufactured chairs similar to yours. If you can't find a mark, the materials, style and how the chair was made can help you estimate its age. Familiarizing yourself with different furniture styles can get you started. If you'd like assistance dating your chair, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell a quality chair apart from less finely crafted pieces, try gently pushing on the frame. Any creaking, wobbling or shaking may indicate a lesser-quality piece. Materials like solid wood and stainless steel can also be a good indication of quality, as can upholstery materials like leather and linen. If the chair's frame is visible, you can also inspect the joints to ensure that they are tight and properly secured. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The standard height of a chair depends on its type. Generally, experts discuss the seat height of chairs as opposed to their overall height, as the height of the seat determines how well it performs its primary function of providing comfortable seating. The average seat height is 18 to 20 inches, and 16 to 21 inches for office chairs. Most accent chairs have seat heights of around 16 inches. Shop a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although the very first chair to be invented is up for speculation, one of the earliest was created during the Early Dynastic Period of Egypt around 3100 B.C. Early chairs produced by the ancient Egyptians usually featured wood construction and upholstery made of leather or cloth. Interestingly, they were much lower than today's chairs, with seat heights of around 10 inches versus the average modern dining chair seat height of 18 to 23 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.

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