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8 Fine French 1950s Beech Dining Chairs (priced per chair)
8 Fine French 1950s Beech Dining Chairs (priced per chair)

8 Fine French 1950s Beech Dining Chairs (priced per chair)

Located in Long Island City, NY

Eight fine French Mid-Century solid beech side chairs with a cross shaped cut out handle in the seat back. Minimum purchase is 2 chairs.      

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Beech

Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair
Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair

Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair

Located in Troy, MI

This circa 1980s hand carved African chair was made by a member of the Bamileke tribe from Cameroon. Hand carved dark stained wood arm chair with rounded, open-work back that feature...

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Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century American New England Fan Back Maple Windsor Arm Chair 1780
Antique 18th Century American New England Fan Back Maple Windsor Arm Chair 1780

Antique 18th Century American New England Fan Back Maple Windsor Arm Chair 1780

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique 18th century American fan/comb back New England maple Windsor armchair, Massachussetts, circa 1780. A very handsome late 1700s maple windsor armchair from the Federal period, the chair having a fan shaped back with plain spindles connecting to the seat through a continuous armrail, and terminating to 'paw' shaped handrests. The armrail is supported at the front with a pair of turned spindled supports, the shaped seat is raised on four finely turned legs joined by a 'H' frame turned stretcher. These early American Windsor chairs...

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1780s American Federal Antique Chairs

Materials

Maple

Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chair
Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chair

Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Baltimore, MD

Mid-Century Modern early vintage molded fiberglass shell side chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Features molded fiberglass reinforced plastic shell accented wi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Pink Lucite Chrome Frame "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
Set of 8 Pink Lucite Chrome Frame "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s

Set of 8 Pink Lucite Chrome Frame "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s

By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Roma, IT

Original and signed set of 8 "Plia" pink lucite with chrome frame folding chairs. This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. These folding chairs ar...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping
Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping

Postmodern Leather BOBO Easy Chair by Dietmar Sharping

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Postmodern black leather Bobo easy chair. Bobo was designed by German architect Dietmar Scharping in the early 1990s to fill the need for sculptural seating program that would look ...

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1990s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980
Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980

Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Dronten, NL

Exceptional vintage Cab side chair, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina and dating to 1980. This wonderful early example is upholstered in elephant hide grey leather, now beautiful...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fluffy Dining Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Faux Fur, White
Fluffy Dining Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Faux Fur, White

Fluffy Dining Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Faux Fur, White

By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova

Located in Paris, FR

The "Flock" collection embodies the idea that home should be a haven of comfort, a sanctuary, and a gathering place adorned with personalized, character-rich, and visually striking s...

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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash

Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark
Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark

Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark

By Frem Røjle

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Pair of Danish Teak Hans Olsen Triangular Chairs 1950's, Made In Denmark, By Frem Røjle Model Roundette. Matched Pair With Black Faux Leather Seats Iconic Three Footed Design With Sl...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Swedish Folk Art Stump Chairs, Painted Floral Motifs, Late 19th Century
Pair of Swedish Folk Art Stump Chairs, Painted Floral Motifs, Late 19th Century

Pair of Swedish Folk Art Stump Chairs, Painted Floral Motifs, Late 19th Century

Located in Odense, DK

A rare pair of Swedish stump chairs, also known as Kubstol, crafted from solid tree trunks and decorated with charming hand-painted floral motifs. Rooted in Scandinavian folk traditi...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint, Pine

DOOQ! Organic Modern Marlon Chair, Red Kvadrat by P.Franceschini
DOOQ! Organic Modern Marlon Chair, Red Kvadrat by P.Franceschini

DOOQ! Organic Modern Marlon Chair, Red Kvadrat by P.Franceschini

By Pietro Franceschini, DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Mohair

Customizable Zanotta Cowhide April Folding Chair by Gae Aulenti
Customizable Zanotta Cowhide April Folding Chair by Gae Aulenti

Customizable Zanotta Cowhide April Folding Chair by Gae Aulenti

By Gae Aulenti

Located in New York, NY

Folding chair. 18/8 stainless steel frame. Aluminum alloy joints. Removable cover in Vip (also for outdoor, fire-resistant and anti-bacterial), in Telastrong or in cowhide 95. One o...

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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Cowhide

Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair
Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair

Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather Teak Chair

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Houston, TX

Arne Hovmand-Olsen dining chair, teak, black leather, Denmark, 1960s

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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of J. and J. Kohn Austrian Bentwood and Cane Chairs
Pair of J. and J. Kohn Austrian Bentwood and Cane Chairs

Pair of J. and J. Kohn Austrian Bentwood and Cane Chairs

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare pair of Austrian Viennese bentwood chairs produced by J. and J. John. handcrafted beechwood frames featuring a round handwoven cane seat. Supported by four round legs conjoined by a round stretcher. Each seat is stamped JJ Kohn Austria...

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20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Casamania HER Glossy Chair in White by Fabio Novembre
Casamania HER Glossy Chair in White by Fabio Novembre

Casamania HER Glossy Chair in White by Fabio Novembre

By Fabio Novembre, Casamania

Located in Brooklyn, NY

“Him & Her are clearly born from the assumptions of the Panton Chair. They evolve by declining that hermaphroditic model of perfection in the harmony of the two sexes. They adopt scu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair
Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair

Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Early 20th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Brown Lacquered, 1960, Set of 4
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Brown Lacquered, 1960, Set of 4

Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Brown Lacquered, 1960, Set of 4

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining chairs for Cassina, dark brown lacquered wood and ivory velvet seat, Italy, 1960, set of four. The "Carimate" chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s m...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Big Girl Chair, Red Boucle, Modern Sculptural Organic Armchair
Big Girl Chair, Red Boucle, Modern Sculptural Organic Armchair

Big Girl Chair, Red Boucle, Modern Sculptural Organic Armchair

By Lara Bohinc

Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM

Part of the Peaches collection, the Big Girl armchair is the largest piece in this new body of works. Reminiscent of a curvaceous female body, the pieces are composed of a wooden str...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wool

Butter Chair, Contemporary Designer Seating, Made in Canada
Butter Chair, Contemporary Designer Seating, Made in Canada

Butter Chair, Contemporary Designer Seating, Made in Canada

By Ryan Mercer

Located in Paris, IDF

The Butter Chair is a sculptural interpretation of comfort, transforming the familiar language of seating into a bold contemporary collectible. Characterized by its voluptuous curves...

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2010s Canadian Modern Chairs

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

Pair of Poltrona Frau George Leather Sofas, Italy, 1992
Pair of Poltrona Frau George Leather Sofas, Italy, 1992

Pair of Poltrona Frau George Leather Sofas, Italy, 1992

By Poltrona Frau

Located in Praha, CZ

An outstanding pair of Poltrona Frau “George” leather sofas, manufactured in Italy in 1992 and preserving their original factory labels. Representing the exceptional craftsmanship fo...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Other

Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959

Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959 Additional Information: Material: Oak, woven cane, brass and leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian ...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sleeper Lounge Chair Iridescent
Sleeper Lounge Chair Iridescent

Sleeper Lounge Chair Iridescent

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This edition of Simões’ lounge chair features an iridescent galvanized finish that shifts in color with light and angle. Rooted in the Sleepers series, it transforms sculpture into f...

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2010s Brazilian Other Chairs

Materials

Steel

Model S45 Chlacc Wood Chair, Pierre Chapo, 1979
Model S45 Chlacc Wood Chair, Pierre Chapo, 1979

Model S45 Chlacc Wood Chair, Pierre Chapo, 1979

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

In the late 1970s, Pierre Chapo’s research took a new direction. In 1979, he presented one of the most accomplished designer chairs of the 20th century: the S45, aka “Chlacc,” the na...

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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak, Elm

1940s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating
1940s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating

1940s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating. Great sturdy chairs with amazing patina to the varnishes surface. This item has been coated with an all ...

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1940s American Adirondack Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red  Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red  Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 8

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of eight “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973. Made of English red leather and walnut. Fully restored in Italy. Interesting is the ‘flat’ s...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Arthur Espenet  'Wishbone' Armchairs in Hyedua Wood and Leather
Arthur Espenet  'Wishbone' Armchairs in Hyedua Wood and Leather

Arthur Espenet 'Wishbone' Armchairs in Hyedua Wood and Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Arthur Espenet, 'Wishbone' dining armchairs, Hyedua wood, leather, Bolinas, California, United States, 1978 A contemporary of Wharton Esherick and George Nakashima, the self-taught...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM, Solid Ash Wood, Contemporary Design, White
Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM, Solid Ash Wood, Contemporary Design, White

Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM, Solid Ash Wood, Contemporary Design, White

By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova

Located in Paris, FR

The Archipen Chair by NOOM is a winner of the NYCxDESIGN Awards in the contract seating category. It’s a contemporary design wooden dining chair with sculptural appeal, inspired by U...

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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Bouclé, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash

Set of 2 Verner Panton Fibreglass S Chair for Herman Miller, W.Germany 1973
Set of 2 Verner Panton Fibreglass S Chair for Herman Miller, W.Germany 1973

Set of 2 Verner Panton Fibreglass S Chair for Herman Miller, W.Germany 1973

By Verner Panton

Located in London, GB

The Verner Panton fibreglass S chair for Herman Miller, W. Germany 1973 edition. This highly innovative icon of it's time was ground breaking in the process of manufacture and design...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

c. 1790 English Hepplewhite Design Shield Back Arm Chair
c. 1790 English Hepplewhite Design Shield Back Arm Chair

c. 1790 English Hepplewhite Design Shield Back Arm Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1790 Hepplewhite design shield back arm chair, English. A fine example from a country house (estate). Carved mahogany; molded legs and arms. Wonderful details in the oval carve...

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Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 original 1980's Niels Gammelgaard 'Vässman' Chairs for IKEA
Set of 4 original 1980's Niels Gammelgaard 'Vässman' Chairs for IKEA

Set of 4 original 1980's Niels Gammelgaard 'Vässman' Chairs for IKEA

Located in Bern, BE

Set of 4 original iconic 1980's IKEA 'Vässman' chairs designed by Niels Gammelgaard. With typical minimalistic aesthetic and Post-Modern style, they feature a sleek cantilevered hea...

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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Woven Straw Dining Chairs in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940
Set of 4 Woven Straw Dining Chairs in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940

Set of 4 Woven Straw Dining Chairs in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Firenze, IT

An exceptional and highly charismatic set of four mid-century modern dining chairs, dating from the 1940s and 1950s. These pieces are outstanding examples of the postwar French rusti...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Raffia, Wood

Charles Dudouyt, French decorator, set of 4 low chairs, 1940s
Charles Dudouyt, French decorator, set of 4 low chairs, 1940s

Charles Dudouyt, French decorator, set of 4 low chairs, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in leucate, FR

4 French design armchairs. These armchairs were designed by designer Charles Dudouyt in the 1930s. They are made up of a solid oak structure and a seat in woven rye straw. The wood ...

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1940s European French Provincial Vintage Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Max ID NY Pair of Geometric Cantilevered Teak Wood Red Metal Modern Chairs
Max ID NY Pair of Geometric Cantilevered Teak Wood Red Metal Modern Chairs

Max ID NY Pair of Geometric Cantilevered Teak Wood Red Metal Modern Chairs

By Max ID NY

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of decorative arm chairs. Solid teak seat with whitewash finish, with soild powder coated steel base in red. Measures: D 27.5 in x W 29.9 in x H 26.4 in Maximilian Eicke having founded his minimalististic design studio Max ID NY...

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2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

“Aeron” office chair by Herman Miller 2000s
“Aeron” office chair by Herman Miller 2000s

“Aeron” office chair by Herman Miller 2000s

By Herman Miller

Located in Padova, IT

Since the mid-20th century, the Herman Miller brand has become synonymous with designer furniture and ergonomic, high-performance office chairs. Thanks to collaborations with renowne...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Light Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
Light Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968

Light Pink Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968

By Ernst Moeckl

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German Version of the Panton chair. Also called kangaroo chair or variopur chair. Produc...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Margerita Rattan Chair by Franco Albini, Bonacina, 1950s
Margerita Rattan Chair by Franco Albini, Bonacina, 1950s

Margerita Rattan Chair by Franco Albini, Bonacina, 1950s

By Franco Albini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic Italian mid-century design by Franco Albini, crafted for Bonacina in the 1950s. The Margherita chair features a sculptural woven rattan frame with a flaring pedestal base and ...

Category

1950s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of Six Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen
Set of Six Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen

Set of Six Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, crafted by Fritz Hansen, elegantly clad in sumptuous cognac classic leather upholstery. These iconic chairs, a testament to Ja...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Thonet Cafe Daum Style Bentwood Armchairs
Pair of Thonet Cafe Daum Style Bentwood Armchairs

Pair of Thonet Cafe Daum Style Bentwood Armchairs

By Michael Thonet, Salvatore Leone

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare pair of Michael Thonet Cafe Daum style bentwood armchairs produced by Salvatore Leone. Originally designed for the Cafe Daum in Vienna. These chairs fea...

Category

19th Century Italian Vienna Secession Antique Chairs

Materials

Cane, Lacquer, Bentwood

Space Age Postmodern Cowhide Print Accent Chair Caos
Space Age Postmodern Cowhide Print Accent Chair Caos

Space Age Postmodern Cowhide Print Accent Chair Caos

By Moanne

Located in Almería, ES

The Caos Accent Chair celebrates the unexpected beauty that emerges from disorder. With its sculptural curves and dynamic proportions, it turns chaos into harmony—offering a bold yet...

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2010s Spanish Space Age Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Midcentury Country Style Woven Rattan Rustic Chairs, Pair
1950s Midcentury Country Style Woven Rattan Rustic Chairs, Pair

1950s Midcentury Country Style Woven Rattan Rustic Chairs, Pair

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of vintage Country style hand woven rattan chairs from the mid 20th century, with arching backs and double H-Form cross stretchers. Embrace a fusion of functionality and earth...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Country Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Pair of Carved Nordic Corner Chairs
Pair of Carved Nordic Corner Chairs

Pair of Carved Nordic Corner Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Swedish primitive monk chairs Sweden, early 20th century Each chair is unique in it’s composition and design Made of solid oak and with Intricately carved patterns and markings P...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Chairs

Materials

Oak

S3 Chair in Brushed Aluminium by Giotto Pagani
S3 Chair in Brushed Aluminium by Giotto Pagani

S3 Chair in Brushed Aluminium by Giotto Pagani

Located in Geneve, CH

S3 Chair in Brushed Aluminium by Giotto Pagani. Dimensions: W 100 x D 60 x H 110 cm Materials: Non directional brushed finish aluminium. As part of the Subversive Angles series, the...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Selection of Frances Elkins Loop Chairs
Selection of Frances Elkins Loop Chairs

Selection of Frances Elkins Loop Chairs

By Frances Elkins

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Frances Elkins loop chairs. The chair pictured on the left in the first listing photo is a Frances Elkins loop chair, American, 1980s. ...

Category

1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Handmade Bronze Sculptural Chair by Cristian Herrera, Barcelona
Handmade Bronze Sculptural Chair by Cristian Herrera, Barcelona

Handmade Bronze Sculptural Chair by Cristian Herrera, Barcelona

By Cristian Herrera Dalmau

Located in Barcelona, ES

Contemporary Sculptural Bronze Chair Handmade 5 Cent Coins by Cristian Herrera Handmade sculptural chair made with 1,600 five-cent euro coins welded together by the sculptor and des...

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2010s Spanish Chairs

Materials

Copper, Steel

Twelve 20th Century Petrol Blue Velvet Chairs by Rajmund Halas Europe, 1960s
Twelve 20th Century Petrol Blue Velvet Chairs by Rajmund Halas Europe, 1960s

Twelve 20th Century Petrol Blue Velvet Chairs by Rajmund Halas Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Twelve chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. It has been made of beechwood. Chairs are after undergone a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seats and ...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto

Located in San Francisco, CA

Afra & Tobia Scarpa design "Africa" chair for the Artona line by Maxalto, Italy. Elegant and sophisticated design combining form with function, beautiful to admire and comfortable to...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Ace Chair with White Playing Cards Fabric
Ace Chair with White Playing Cards Fabric

Ace Chair with White Playing Cards Fabric

By Merve Kahraman

Located in Istanbul, TR

Drawing inspiration from the Queen of Spades, these chairs embody a spirited elegance, making them perfect as standout dining or accent pieces. Available with two distinct leg styles...

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry, Oak

Oversized "Napoleon Hat" Biedermeier Armchairs
Oversized "Napoleon Hat" Biedermeier Armchairs

Oversized "Napoleon Hat" Biedermeier Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

This neoclassical design, fondly referred to as "Napoleon Hat" because of the shape of the curving back crest, these chairs were designed to be used in a living room setting, as occasional conversational chairs...

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19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Chairs

Materials

Ebony, Fir

Six Mid Century Bumerang Chairs, Yellow Spiriti Jacquard - Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Six Mid Century Bumerang Chairs, Yellow Spiriti Jacquard - Dedar, Poland, 1960s

Six Mid Century Bumerang Chairs, Yellow Spiriti Jacquard - 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

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1977, set of 4
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1977, set of 4

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1977, set of 4

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1977, set of four. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relati...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Baker Neoclassical Style Chairs
Pair of Baker Neoclassical Style Chairs

Pair of Baker Neoclassical Style Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

A Classic and handsome pair of baker neoclassical style occasional chairs newly upholstered in a creamy white ecru velvet with black grosgrain detai...

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20th Century Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Giltwood, Wood

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 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.
  • 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.

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