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Chairs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Louis XV
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Chair in Teak and Yellow Striped Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' chair in teak and yellow striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Set of Four René Herbst "Sandows" Bauhaus Chairs, 1920s
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Rene Herbst was a French industrial designer and one of the pioneers of modern furniture design. Designed in the 1920s, Herbst created a series of innovative chairs produced for Form...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" chairs for Mobil Girgi, black leather and beech, Italy, 1970, set of six. The iconic "Sapporo" chair consists of an individual backrest, conceived with two...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Brazilian Modern 'Boomerang' Lounge Chair by Richard Neutra, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Richard Neutra; Furniture by Architects; Modernist; Los Angeles Times; Miller House; Brazillian Design; Bona SRL Italy; 1980s; Modern; Boomerang Lounge Chair; Richard Neutra's Boom...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Two '2' Mid Century Cantilever Chairs by Roche Bobois, France, c. 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Attention designers! This luxurious set of cantilever chairs by Roche Bobois are equal parts style and comfort. Ideal for studio or office set...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chair Year :1960, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chair We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Iron

Midcentury Plum Violet Velvet, Light Wood Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renova...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Bamboo and Rattan Foldable Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan and bamboo side chairs or lounge chairs. They have a classic X-form leg structure and are constructed using rattan slatting arranged...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Beige Kangaroo Table, by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl table, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever table made of polyurethane. In the vernacular, the table is known by its geometry-related names ...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Rattan and Bamboo High Back Armchairs with Fabric Cushions
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a wonderful pair of rattan and bamboo armchairs with a high back for placement on a porch, sunroom, or garden, made in Italy in the Mid-20th Century. Stylish and in very good...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Marcello Piacentini, two Chairs in Lacquered Wood
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2423 Marcello Piacentini (1881-1960) Coffee table and two chairs in lacquered wood with satin metal details. Excellent state of conservation.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 Contemporary Dining / Conference Chairs Fully Upholstered in Leather
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of 12 Contemporary Dining / Conference Chairs Fully Upholstered in Pearl Gray Leather Additional information: Material: Upholstery, Leather Purchased from a leading advertis...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Stine Weigelt Outdoor 'Between Lines' Teak Lounge Chair for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Stine Weigelt outdoor 'Between Lines' teak lounge chair for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations. Designed by Stine Weigelt, the 'Between Lines' deck chair offers a classic Scandinavian look while the comfort allows you to admire your surroundings in a more peaceful and relaxed perspective. Executed in FSC-certified teak to the exacting standards of Skagerak. Price per item. Available to order in unlimited quantities. Optional additions sold separately include a matching teak stool as well as 17-fold open-cell foam cushions in a fabric that is Oeko-Tex certified...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Set of Four Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret Charlotte Perriand LC1 Black Leather
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand LC1 black leather lounge chair. chromed steel. By unknown manufacturer. Manufactured on the late 20t...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury Mies Van Der Rohe Brno "Flat Bar 255" Leather Chairs, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of amazing Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "brno" chairs in beige leather. Gavina produced this pair of items for Knoll in Italy during the 1970s. These stunning dining room chairs ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Celina Decorações Set of Six Dining Chairs, Rosewood and Cane, Midcentury 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Original condition.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Cane

Unusual Ligne Roset Style Highback Black Leather Lounge Chair by Molinari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ligne Roset inspired, mid century, black leather lounge chair (ottoman not included) by Molinari. High back black leather lounge chair with nice patina, turned out arms and Ligne Ros...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Vintage Fritz Hansen Oxford Chairs in New Blue & White Ikat Upholstery
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of 6 Vintage Fritz Hansen Oxford Chairs in New Blue & White Ikat, 70’s Additional information: Material: Upholstery, steel We are ex...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Bubble Ball Chair by Eero Aarnio
Located in Napa, CA
20th Century modern ball lounge chair. The bubble chair was originally designed in 1968 by Eero Aarnio. Features a modern futuristic pod hang...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Midcentury Beige Bouclé Dining Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Unique set of four chairs manufactured in Poland in the 1960s, designed by Rajmund Halas. The upholstery is made of pleasant to touch boucle textile. It is high quality and durab...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Wood, Beech

MCM Tropical Leaf Green Painted Metal Outdoor Slatted Springer Chairs a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage tropical leaf green painted metal outdoor slatted springer chairs, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs o...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini "CAB" 413 Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1977, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB" 413 dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1977, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relatio...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Limited Edition 1000 Series "Sling Chair #14" by John Messerschmidt, 1972
Located in Skokie, IL
John Messerschmidt rare 1972 limited edition 1000 series "Sling chair #14", USA, 1972 Jeff Messerschmidt rare model "1000" series signed limited edition sling chair. Signed 'John ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Olive Wooden High Back Chairs France 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
A unique set of 6 high back chairs made by an unknown artist from the south of France made in the 1960s. These chairs fit all the requirements for their brutalist interpretation of t...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Olive

Set of Six Mid Century Yellow Velvet Thonet Wood Rattan Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful mid century rattan, velvet and wood chairs. They were produced in Thonet woodworking factory in 1960s. We thoroughly renovated them. The construction is made of beechwo...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Velvet, Beech

Set of 6 Italian Lacquered Black Dining Chairs in the Manner of Paolo Buffa
Located in Torquay, GB
Set of 6 midcentury Italian lacquered black dining chairs in the manner of Paolo Buffa. Very sleek dining chairs with long curved back, finished in jet black thick lacquer. Consist...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Mid Century Dining Chairs by Jiří Jiroutek for Interiér Praha, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These dining chairs were designed by Jirí Jiroutek for Interiér Praha as part of U-550 living room set. They were made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. The structure is ma...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Brown Leather, Light Walnut, Herman Miller, 2007
Located in Lejre, DK
The Charles Eames Lounge Chair in brown leather and light walnut, produced by Herman Miller. Designed in 1958 and brought to life in 2007, this iconic piece of furniture represents t...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Midcentury Oak Chair Produced in 1975
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage dining chair produced in oak wood. Label shows that the chair was produced in 1975. beautiful details and design feat...
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Skovby Møbelfabrik Solid Teak Dining Chairs Set of 5
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 5 Vintage MCM Skovby Møbelfabrik Solid Teak Dining Chairs...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Teak

Armchair ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3758a Designed by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3758A designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1930s. Mahogany, leather upholstery, and brass. This example was produced after 1930. The design detailing of this magnificent chair...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Oak Side Chair by Poul Volther w/ Light Blue Upholstered Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Poul Volther oak side chair with a light blue upholstered seat. The frame is in original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use. The upholstery was most l...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Oak

Large Set of Roland Rainer Dining Chairs in Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roland Rainer, dining chairs, stained beech, lacquered beech, Austria, 1950s These dining chairs have a minimalistic design, distinguished by an open construction style with emphasi...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Four Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Dining Chairs Made 1970s
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A Set of Four Charles Hollis Jones lucite Dining Chairs By The Esteemed American Modernist Designer Named "The Godfather Of l...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Design and Scandinavian Style Wooden and Leather Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Art Deco Design Style Wooden And Leather Armchair composed of a wooden and curved structure with a comfy seat made in cream leather.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Chair in Teak and Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' chair in teak and blue striped fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in bari, IT
Set two lounge chairs model EA 108 designer Charles Eames for Herman Miller production 1960s. Charles Eames began very early in life as a designer to the extent that he was employed, as early as age 14, in the workshops of the Laclede Steel Company. He studied architecture at Washington University in St. Louis. He proposed to his professors the study of the work of Frank Lloyd Wright but, at first dissuaded from his intent, was later expelled from the school on the grounds that-we read in the commentary of one of the professors-"his point of view was too modern." A great influence on him was Finnish architect Eero Saarinen, with whom he shared some professional experiences and became friends. In 1938, at the latter's invitation, he moved to Michigan, where he studied architecture at Cranbrook Academy of Art and later taught there, also becoming head of the Industrial Design department. In 1941 he won, with Eero Saarinen, the competition for MoMA in New York concerning "Organic Design in Home Furnishing." Their work showed a new way of conceiving wooden furniture, experimenting with the use of bentwood plywood, as done a few years earlier by Alvar Aalto. In 1941 he was united in second marriage to Ray Kaiser...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 Vintage 'Bird' Chairs by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm, 1960s
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Set of 2 vintage designer chairs in black leather. These midcentury armchairs were designed by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm for Kill Inte...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Knoll Designed Comfortable Cognac Leather Dining-Room/Office Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four executive armless chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Chairs has a label on the bottom side KNOLL International. Experience one of the keystones of modern...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Midcentury Cesca Rattan Chairs, Marcel Breuer, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful midcentury rattan, velvet and wood chair. The wonderful and world-famous Cesca chair designed in the 1920s by Marcel Breuer. The Cesca chair is produced by, among other...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Rattan

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1978, Set of 14
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1978, set of fourteen. High-quality chairs consist of handstitched natural leather upholstery wrapped ove...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Designed by Gerrit Rietveld, this chair provided an early example of...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chairs in the Style of Thonet by Unknown Designer, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pair of chairs in the style of Thonet by Unknown designer, circa 1930 Manufactured in France. Bentwood and rattan. In original condition, with wear consistent with age and use,...
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Bentwood

Mid-Century Turri Milano Set of 4 Brass and Suede Chairs, Italy, 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very elegant set of 4 chairs with a captivating design, fusion between the curvilinear perimeter of the "seat - back" set, covered in chocolate suede, and the decisive and defined ge...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Brass

Brazilian Modern Chair Set in Leather, Chrome and Hardwood, by Braszenski, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern chair set made with chromed metal, wood, and leather by Barszenski is absolutely stunning. The legs and ...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four Hans Wegner Dining Chairs CM Madsen W2 Teak & Leather Cacti Vegan
Located in Basel, BS
Set of four Hans J. Wegner dining chairs, model W2, designed in 1953 for C.M. Madsens Fabriker in Denmark. Solid teak frames, new upholstered with award winning black cacti leathe...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage Midcentury Kevi Chairs Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Brilliant red and blue primary color Kevi fully adjustable desk chair, with adjustable seat height, tilting back and adjustable arch back support. Or...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair Paint Decorated French Louis XV Armchairs Fauteuils circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Chairs

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Walnut

Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children version of the famous Rey chair. Referred to as "the most successful piece of Swiss Furniture of all time" by the Swiss Museum of Design in Zurich, the Rey chair is a Swiss design icon since 1971. Designed by Bruno Rey, the Rey chair is famed internationally for its elegance and style. Like the original, the Junior edition is constructed with Dietiker’s patented screw less wood-to-metal connection. The solid execution and rounded edges are perfectly suited for children. The chair is made with care from solid beechwood, with die cast aluminum consoles and glides. - rounded edges for children safety - timeless design - unique screwless patented wood-metal connection - Rey Junior...
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Charlotte Perriand LC7 Outdoors Textured Black Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Textured Black Outdoors LC7 chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1927. Relaunched in 1978. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Designed by Charlotte Perriand and part of the LC ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Chair in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' chair in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations. Virkelyst is a series of modern outdoor furniture with the seating comfort of indoor furniture. The simple wooden 100% FSC Certified Teak frame strikes a contrast with the thick, soft cushions. Able to withstand wind and weather, the upholstery fabrics are Oeko-Tex certified...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Gian Franco Legler, Splendid Set of 8 Curved Rattan Chairs
Located in Milano, IT
Gian Franco Legler Splendid set of 8 curved rattan chairs with iron rod structure. Italian manufacture, 1960s. .
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Sunday Chair Oak and Boucle
Located in Plymouth, GB
Part of the Sunday collection exclusive to Alexander & Ellis, and designed by Founder Oliver A-J, the Sunday Chair was designed and handcrafted in house with the finest Oak and Boucl...
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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Oak

Midcentury Pair of Easy Chairs by Koene Oberman, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a captivating pair of Easy Chairs, designed by the renowned Dutch designer Koene Oberman around the 1950s. Produced by Meubelindustrie Gelderland BV in Culemborg, Netherl...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Metal, Steel

French Provincial Dining Chairs Vintage Set of 6
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a set of 6 vintage Louis XV French Provincial dining chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Chairs

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Cotton, Wood

1990s Borge Lindau Set of 6 Dining Chairs for Bla Station, Sweden
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts have been repolished - newly upholstered in quality charcoal black color velvet fabric - labeled by producer - height of seat 45 cm.
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Italian Midcentury Set of Six Chairs Chiavari
Located in bari, IT
Set of six Chiavari model “Gobbetta or Three s” chairs. Sturdy and versatile chair. Particular care was given to ergonomics. The seat was restored by a renowned artisan from the lowe...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Rope, Walnut

Ate van Apeldoorn chairs 1960s Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
3 Beech wood chairs Designed by Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattum Cognac color Leather seats .knotted at the bottom . The leather seats are in a distressed condition . see Pho...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Beech

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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