Chairs
Chairs For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Color: Blue
Rare Blue Chair by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica, Denmark, 1969
Located in Haderslev, DK
Playful, Space Age and super rare collectors piece by Nanna Ditzel for OD Møbler / Domus Danica 1969.
Light high glossy blue fibre glass designed chair for use indoor or outdoor.
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Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Six Danish Modern 1-2-3 Chairs by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in Belmont, MA
These striking chairs were designed in the 1950s by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen in Denmark. The 1-2-3 chairs are upholstered in a bright blue fabric, and sold as a set of six.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Modern Armchairs by Royal Metal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four Royal metal chairs with vinyl upholstery, metal frames, and walnut armrests. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1950's Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original Tolix Model A dining outdoor chairs – set of four. Tolix is one of our all time favourite companies. In 1907 Frenchman Xavier Pauchard di...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set Of 7 Vintage Coquillage Chairs By Pierre Guariche For Meurop, 1960s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Set of 6 Coquillage chairs by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, Belgium, 1960s. These chairs are also known as “Shell” chairs.
These black, red, yellow, blue, and green shells made of propylene have a base of black enamel steel.
A fun, bright colored set which will add a fun and colorful addition to your interior or exterior!
The chairs are overall in good vintage condition, one blue chair...
Category
1950s Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Blue Castiglietta Dining Chairs by Castiglioni for Zanotta, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely pair of stackable Castiglietta Chairs in blue fabric. These iconic chairs were designed by Achille Castglioni and produced by Zanotta in Ita...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Blue Hans Olsen Model 134 Oak Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of chairs designed by Hans Olsen in 1955 with oak frame, seat and back made of bentwood, upholstered in blue wool. Manufactured by N. A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik, model 134/55.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
Set of Six Danish Modern 1-2-3 Chairs by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in Belmont, MA
These striking chairs were designed in the 1950s by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen in Denmark. The 1-2-3 chairs are upholstered in a bright blue fabric, and sold as a set of six.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Suede
G.F. Frattini 5 Blue Velvet Chairs Mid-Century Modern From Cantieri Carugati
Located in Lucca, IT
Gianfranco Frattini 5 blue velvet chairs Mid-Century Modern. Gianfranco Frattini is Italian architect and designer who studied at the school of...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Satinwood
Set of Four Barstools in Metal and Teal Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four barstools, chrome-plated metal, metal, leatherette, Europe, 1960s.
Set of four eccentric barstools executed in black lacquered metal with ...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Set of 6 Oxford Chairs, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of 6 Oxford chairs, designed by the renowned Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. This exclusive version features a high back and a 5-legged metal foot, adding a touch o...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Blue Twelve Dining Chairs Roland Rainer 1952 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern twelve ( 12 ) dining chairs or chairs from beechwood and plywood in ocean blue teal color tone by Roland Rainer 1952 Vienna for Emil and Alfred Pollack.
A gorgeou...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Black Leather Dax Armchair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern design black leather DAX rope edge fiberglass Zenith shell armchair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, made in the USA 1960's. Dark grey / black lea...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Foster-McDavid Cobalt Blue Faux Leather Dining Chairs Set 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Mid-Century Modern Foster-McDavid dining chairs set of 4 comprised of walnut frames and the original cobalt blue faux leather upholstery. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. All chairs have been reconditioned and re-stained. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s.
A FABULOUS quartet of quintessential Mid-Century Modern magnificence!!! WOW!! This is a set of four vintage dining chairs by Foster-McDavid comprised of gorgeous walnut frames and the original cobalt blue faux Naugahyde leather upholstery on the seats and backs. They have high tapered backs with a wonderfully unusual design as the fabric wraps over the top and extends about a quarter of the way down the walnut back… it’s really a stunning feature! Also, the straight, square tapered back legs extend about a quarter of the way up the lower back of the chairs as one piece… also a stunning feature!! We found a quote online from Robert Foster...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Faux Leather
Chairs Campanula manufactured by Arflex
By Carlo Pagani
Located in Milan, IT
Manufactured by Arflex
Brass, fabric upholstery
Bibliografia Literature: G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano per l'arredamento ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern office chairs with swivel action. Polished chrome base with covered seat and back.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
By Baumritter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking baby blue slipper chair by Baumritter. Simple mid-century style with tufted back and sculpted wood accents.
Please confirm location NY or NJ.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Tony Paul Tilt Back Chair Raymor
Located in Garnerville, NY
Tony Paul designed metal frame tilt back chair. Black metal frame with wire metal mesh back and upholstered in its original black vinyl and a refreshed...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Iron, Steel
PS142 Armchair by Eugenio Gerli in Blue Nubuck Leather
Located in Barcelona, ES
PS142 armchair designed in 1966 by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy. Metal frame upholstered with original blue nubuck leather.
Three pieces available.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
20th Century Set of 8 Chairs with Metal and Blue upholstery by A. Bertrand '50s
By A. Bertrand
Located in Turin, Turin
Set of eight dining chairs with wonderful structure in metal, not only with a structural aim but also very decorative. Designed by M. Blech and A: Bertrand in '50s. The seatings and ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Verner Panton for Reupholstering Set of 4
By Verner Panton, Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare set of (4) four Mid-Century high-back chairs designed by Verner Panton. Tubular metal frame with original upholstery (also deigned by Verner Panton). Produced for a short p...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vittorio Introini Set of Four Longobarda Dining Chairs by Saporiti 1960s Italy
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of four Longobarda chairs with chromed metal legs, seat, and back upholstered with blue shade fabric.
The Longobarda chair was designed by Vittorio Introini and manufactured by ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hollywood Regency Gold Leaf Iron Side Chairs, Round Blue Velvet Seats
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool pair of Hollywood Regency iron side chairs in gold leaf with vibrant blue velvet seats, freshly painted and reupholstered.
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Gianfranco Legler, Set of Two Chairs, 1960s
Located in Palermo, PA
Gianfranco Legler, set of two chairs, 1960s.
Dimensions: H=80 cm; W=50 cm; D=53 cm; Height seat= 45 cm.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950's Vintage Cocktail Chair by Howard Keith
By Howard Keith
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and elegant vintage cocktail chair, this was made by Howard Keith, it dates from the 1950’s.
This has an incredibly stylish design...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Vintage MCM Chrome & Royal Blue Fabric Armchairs by Hibriten Chair Company
By Hibriten
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern royal blue and chrome armchairs by Hibriten Chair Company. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The chrome has no pitting that we have seen, and the fabric shows hardly any sign of use. There may be slight fading, but it is overall and so… not noticeable. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s
Bold, beautiful, and royal blue!!! This is a gorgeous pair of vintage armchairs by Hibriten Chair Company. They are constructed of square chrome tube frames and wear a lovely royal blue fabric on their seat and back. They’re just BEAUTIFUL!! They would be wonderful used as side chairs in your living room, family room, bedroom, study, or as host and Hostess chairs at either end of your Mid-Century Modern dining table. They are very versatile and have that pop of color you have been needing in that dull space. Regardless of where you choose to use them, they are sure to be eye-catching, comfortable, and full of Mid-Century Modern style.
Hibriten actually had 2 companies- Hibriten Furniture Co, and Hibriten Chair Co. Both located in Lenoir, N. C. Hibriten Furniture was founded in the 1920’s by Orrin Robbins and Hibriten Chair Co. was founded a few years later by Robey Robbins. Hibriten Chair Co. was well known for its extremely high quality of solid mahogany or walnut French reproductions and other styles of furniture. Hibriten became a part of Bernhardt Furniture in the 1950-1960’s with their president George C. Robbins and was eventually purchased by Bernhardt sometime in the early 1970’s. A fun fact… The furniture on the set of the popular 1965-1971 television show “Green Acres...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Italian Patio Chairs in Green Lacquered Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining patio chairs, lacquered steel, Italy, 1960s
This collection of patio chairs from Italy has a strikingly refined design that is emblematic of the quintessential Italian patio ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Cleo Baldon X-Form Chairs Restored with Acrylic Dowels and Sunbrella Upholstery
By Cleo Baldon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Four Mid Century classic Cleo Baldon Style chairs - the four have been completely restored with powder coated finish in white satin, and sunbr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of "Lens" Chairs by G. Offredi Blue Velvet and Chrome, Saporiti Italy 1968
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous midcentury armchairs with tubular steel structure and seats. "Lens" model was designed by Giovanni Offredi and produced for Saporiti, around 1968 in Italy.
These items are made of a stunning new stain-resistant, fire-retardant petrol blue velvet. A magnificent and iconic set that will be perfect for a living room or study, thanks to the brightness of the chromed steel structure.
These pieces are in amazing vintage conditions as shown in the photos.
The shipping quote refers to the chairs shipped with the seating disassembled from the chrome base.
Giovanni Offredi (born 1927, Milan–died 2007, Milan) was a prominent Italian furniture and product designer of the second half of the 20th century. As opposed to most of the other Italian furniture designers of his time, Giovanni Offredi was not an architect, nor did he start designing early in his professional career. Instead, Offredi partially fits the career path of some of the talented contemporary designers who pursue product design outside of a formal education in architecture.
The earliest furniture design work known by Giovanni Offredi consists of exemplary furnishings made specifically for some of the wealthy families in Milan. Such is the case of the works done by Offredi for Casa C., in 1960, in Gorgonzola, a small town 14 miles from Milan. These works were designed with a surprisingly minimal simplicity and elegance, and they also clearly display a hallmark of his design work with the use of angular lines and exposed metal or wood frames—not unlike some of the modern Scandinavian design of the time.
In the late 1960s, Giovanni Offredi met Sergio Saporiti, the owner of Italian design shop and furniture maker Saporiti, and in 1970, Offredi formalized a partnership with the furniture maker. This partnership would be long and successful and resulted in many furniture designs of distinct precision that were clearly modern and innovative and that went on to enjoy considerable commercial success.
The most prominent furniture designs that Offredi made for Saporiti include the Paracarro table...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Savonarola Chairs
Located in Hanover, MA
We have three matching mid-century Italian made brass and painted wrought iron Savonarola chairs.
Each chair frame is structurally sound and in its original white paint which is somewhat chippy.
Upon request we can have repainted (or powder coated) the color of your choice.
Original loose upholstered seat and stitched-on backrest cushions are in their original tired and distressed material; the wrought iron arms are covered in rouched sleeves.
Our upholsterer can re-make or create new cushions per your specifications. Reach out to request suggestions.
Should you prefer we can also cut down rear uprights to match the height of the front, eliminating the backrest as well as the arms, transforming these chairs into Dante benches or cerule stools...
Category
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chairs
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
20th Century French Set of Four Gaston Viort Aluminum Chairs, 1950s
By Gaston Viort
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice set of four painted aluminum chairs stamped at the back by Gaston Viort in the 1950s for the "Salon de Provence".
The chairs has been pai...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Robert Mallet-Stevens Dining Chairs in Colourful Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Mallet-Stevens for Stevens designs, dining chairs model 222, lacquered metal, leatherette, France, design 1928, production later
Large set of newly lacquered tubular chairs designed by the one of the masters of the Modern architecture; French architect Robert Mallet-Stevens. This model of a chair is one of Mallet-Stevens's best-known pieces of furniture that he created for the Salon des Art...
Category
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Midcentury Cobalt Blue Brass Round Bedroom Chairs Maple Wood
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of midcentury cobalt blue brass round bedroom chairs maple wood.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Maple
1970s Chromed Steel Light Blue Velvet Chairs, Set of 2
Located in IT
1970s chromed steel light blue velvet chairs, set of 2
Recently reupholstered
Size: W 44 cm, D 45 cm, H 84 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Robert Mallet-Stevens Dining Chairs Model 222 in Colourful Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Mallet-Stevens for Stevens Designs, dining chairs model 222, lacquered metal, leatherette, France, design 1928, production later
Large set of lacque...
Category
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Salterini "Orange Slice" Chair
By Salterini
Located in Doylestown, PA
Salterini "Orange Slice" chair. Professionally restored and powder coated in a vibrant cobalt blue. Great for a patio, terrace or ornamental in a garden. ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Iron
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stools in Custom Italian Parker Hotel Style Cushions
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Saint Louis, MO
How would you like to show these? Hollywood Regency Palm Springs Parker Hotel? Mid Century Modern Minimalist? Perhaps interchange both. This pair of bar stools came about in 1950 when Italian Sculptor and Furniture Designer Harry Bertoia experimented with bending metal rods to create practical art. Bertoia's bar stool has a filigree appearance that contradicts its strength and durability. In his own words, “If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them.” Made of bent metal frames finished in chrome with bends and curves to support all of yours, these sexy mid century modern bar stools are comfortable. Photographed along with custom made cushions inspired by Norma's Restaurant at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs, California. Custom Cushions add comfort and a cozy experience while traditional Knoll yellow...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Group of 5 Chairs with Oval Backrest, Italy, 1960
Located in Naples, IT
Set of 5 very original chairs with oval-shaped backrest, black painted metal structure and light blue / blue cotton upholstery. Italian manufacture, 1960's.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Blue Plexi Ero Chairs by Philippe Starck for Kartell
Located in Brecht, BE
wonderful blue color, these plexi Ero chairs, designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy in the
1970's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Chair by Gastone Rinaldi, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian chair by Gastone Rinaldi, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 82 cm; W= 65 cm; D= 65 cm; Height seat = 45 cm.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Augusto Bozzi Cosmos Dining Chairs 6 Saporiti, Italy, 1954
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare set of 6 dining chairs designed by Augusto Bozzi and manufactured by Saporiti, Italy 1954. These chairs have a black lacquered metal wire frame with brass feet. The chair...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair Mid-Century Oval Egg Chairs Blu Velvet Ico Parisi Style Italian Design 1950
By Ico Parisi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Very original chairs of great character that make the furniture that represent it unique, very reminiscent of the style of the great architect Parisi.
spiked metal feet.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Easy Chair, Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Pair of vintage easy chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. Great high back lounge chair design with nickel metal cage frames. Upholstery does not look original and must have been repla...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Luigi Scremin 10 Chairs Set Blue Leatherette and Melalic Structure, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of ten Italian chairs designed by Luigi Scremin (1897-1983). They are compose of a black lacquered structure made of curved iron rod with handmade upholstery in light blue synthe...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Iron
1950's Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs, Large Qty Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original Tolix Model A dining outdoor chairs – large quantities available. Tolix is one of our all time favourite companies. In 1907 Frenchman Xav...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Tufted Blue Club Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This fabulous vintage blue club chair features a tufted back rest, wooden base and is covered in a comfy blue fabric. This chair would be a great addi...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Chairs Foam Metal Leatherette Italy 1950s 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of swivel chairs with armrests, foam padding, leatherette upholstery, metal base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Blue Chairs Model 634 by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 blue chairs model 634 by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, Italy, 1950s
Mahogany and blue fabric.
Reupholstered.
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Guariche for Meurop Set of Six 'Coquillage' Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Guariche for Meurop, set of six chairs in yellow and blue plastic, model 'Coquillage', Belgium, 1960s.
These chairs were designer by Pierre Guariche for Meurop and titled 'Coquillage'. The playful lines of the seat shell work...
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Willy Guhl Prototype Loop Chairs and Table
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Important set of concrete chairs and matching table. Likely a prototype for the widely known Loop Chairs. Extremely similar shape but more rounded and slightly roomier and more comfo...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Chairs
Materials
Cement
1950s Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early "Egg" chair with vintage upholstery.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wool
1950's Original Tolix Model A Dining Outdoor Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's original Tolix model A dining outdoor chairs, set of six
1950's original Tolix model A dining outdoor chairs, set of six. Tolix is one of our all...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Lounge Chair in Blue Leather
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this incredibly rare lounge chair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Newly recovered in luxurious leather. This rather petite lounge chair fits perfectly into the human...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Blue Mid-Century Chairs, Made in 1960s Czechia, Fully Restored, Navrátil
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of armchairs, MidCentury Czechoslovakia
Completely restored. New fabric and upholstery. Period 1950-1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Herman Miller Eames Elephant Grey Desk Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Herman Miller Eames elephant grey swivel desk chair. Adjustable height base. No fading or damage. In excellent vintage condition. Pair avai...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1950's Original Tolix Model a Dining Outdoor Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original Tolix model a dining outdoor chairs – set of eight
1950’s original Tolix model a dining outdoor chairs – set of eightt. Tolix is one of ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chairs
Materials
Metal
Leatherette Chrome Midcentury Chairs, 4 Pieces, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Czech midcentury chairs, 4 pieces.
Material: Leatherette and chrome-plated steel
Period: 1950-1959
Original preserved condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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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