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Material: Hardwood
Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle Bikini Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek Bikini Chair in camel velvet, designed by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle. Traditional Danish craftsmanship is reimagined in this innovative design...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Teak

Rare Set of Six 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Lafayette, IN
This very unusual set of Mid-Century chairs is attributed to the manufacturer Romweber. We have been in the vintage furniture business for 4...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two 20th Century Camel Boucle Chairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chairs are after a complete upholstery renovation; the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat and back is dressed in camel, dura...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Old Hickory Barrel Back Chairs -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early hand made bentwood Old Hickory high back chairs covered in calf skin/leather.The condition are very good and sturdy.The pair are in fine condition and coated with marine varnis...
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1920s American Adirondack Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Curva Chair by +55design – Modern Wood and Leather Armchair with Geometric Form
Located in Jardim America, SP
The Curva Chair brings elegant simplicity to contemporary interiors with its sculptural geometry and refined materiality. Composed of solid wood and smooth leather, its compact volum...
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2010s Brazilian Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Vico Magistretti "122" Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "122" chairs for Cassina, black structure, Italy, 1967 set of two. The "122" chairs designed by Vico Magistretti in 1967 have a sculptural design, created with a wo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Plywood

Midcentury Light Bouclé Heart Chair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Unique and beautiful chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

French Handmade, Louis XVI Style Chairs, Aged White/Gray Paint & Black Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
We at Old Plank, have been forever trying to locate a “comfortable, by American standards” Louis XVI side chair. The French Louis XVI style chair you see listed here, was copied from...
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2010s French Louis XVI Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Beech

Mid-Century Chocolate Brown 'Shell' Chair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful chair type 1020 colloquially called "shell" produced by the Slupsk centre of furniture industry in the 1960s in Poland. Designers: Waclaw Lesniewski, Stanislaw Lejkowski. V...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Minimal style, solid wood chair, textiles or leather seatings
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired by the B-52 plane design, thi...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Geraldo de Barros. Pair of chaises, Solid wood and fabric. c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Geraldo de Barros Pair of Armchairs, c. 1960 Solid Wood and Fabric Dimensions: 42 x 39 x 84.5 cm (H) This exceptional pair of armchairs, designed by Geraldo de Barros in the 19...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Rupert Bevan Lafon Bar Stool (in customer's own choice of material/leather)
Located in London, GB
The Lafon Bar Stool reworks the original design for the bar setting. Crafted with a patinated brass plated finish pedestal and backsplat, and generous upho...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four 20th Century Black Wood Chairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by prof. Rajmund Halas. They have been made of beechwood. They have undergone a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seats were dressed in...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

1970s Brutalist Daumiller Style Postmodern Solid Wood Lounge Accent Armchair
By Honoré Daumier
Located in Madison, WI
Very cool, stylish Brutalist 1970's lounge / side / accent chair in the style of Daumiller. Very excellent accent piece, and extremely comfortable. Dimensions: 21 1/2" wide, ~22" de...
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1970s French Brutalist Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Red and Blu Chair for Cassina
Located in bari, IT
A world icon of neo-plasticist design this chair armchair called Rood Blauwe (Red and Blue) by its Dutch designer Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, Cassina production in the 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Beech

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Cane Back and Leather, Counter or Bar Height
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Charlotte Perriand "bauche" chairs 1940
Located in Grenoble, FR
Charlotte Perriand A set of 6 Bauche model straw chairs by Charlotte Perriand made during the war in Grenoble where Pierre Jeanneret was a resistance fighter under the occupation. Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Ash

Danish MCM Set of Four Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Teak Chairs Carl Hansen & Søn 1960
Located in Portland, OR
A very good set of four Danish Mid Century Modern original early Hans Wegner designed CH 33 teak chairs for Carl Hansen & Son, Circa 1960. This is a very early version of this iconic...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Teak

Finn Juhl Armchair BO-46 - 1st. Original Savak Fabric Upholstery
Located in Utrecht, NL
A rare and early example of armchair model BO-46 by Finn Juhl for Bovirke Denmark. Arm chair model BO-46 was designed by Finn Juhl in 1953 based upon his earlier designed chair model...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

JAR Chair in Zebra Green/Yellow Wool, Hand-tufted Rajmund Halas Seat
Located in New York, NY
JAR Chair in Zebra Green/Yellow Wool by Vintola Studio W 17.72" x H 29.93" x D 15.75" Seat Height: 17.72" 100% natural wool, Beech wood. The JAR Chair features exquisite hand-tuft...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Reeves Swivel Bar or Counter Stool W/ Ash stained Walnut legs & Brass Finish.
Located in Westport, CT
Swivel bar stool with Ash legs stained Walnut #2 and satin brass finish accents. Seat and back shown upholstered in green leather. Available in bar height (30" seat height), counter ...
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2010s Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Artfurn, Denmark
Located in Denton, TX
Set of six teak dining chairs by Artfurn company of Denmark with sculptual v-shaped frames.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Model PJ-0101-6S. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back. Slanted, slightly curved backrest. Hand stenciling on the back of both chairs reads : "P.U. chem - 48" and "P.U. chem - 49" respectively. These chairs came directly from India, and have never hit the open market for sale. Stenciling on each chair designating the location of the chairs in Chandigarh. Made for the university housing in Sector 14. Have all photos from before and after careful restoration. Restoration performed by artisans in India that specialize in Pierre Jeanneret. New cushions. Last 2 images on the listing are pre restoration. Seat height without cushion: 18" 4 chairs available. Priced individually. Jeanneret Chandigargh Book - Jacques Dworczak...
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1950s Indian Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

5 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 11 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Lacquered Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 12
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of twelve “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973. Made of black leather and black lacquered beech wood. Fully restored in Italy. Interesting ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Carl Malmsten Armchair, circa 1950s
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten Armchair, circa 1950s. An armchair upholstered armchairs from Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. This model is a lighter variation on the Samsas chair...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Italian Midcentury Chairs Attributed to Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
A midcentury Dining Chairs Set attributed by several Italian auction houses to Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. These Vintage chairs were made in Italy by "Forma" during the 1960s in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Safari Easy Chairs in Ash, Brass and Leather by Kaare Klint, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Ash, brass and leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Rud...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Pierre Chapo S11 Saddle Cognac Dining Chair Set of 3
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A rare Pierre Chapo dining chair Model S11.Designed in 1966. This Version of the S11 comes with minimalistic cube puristic joints. Made of elmwood and saddle cognac stretched leather...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

Set of 4 Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-B
Located in San Francisco, CA
This set of 4 office chairs were used throughout the decades in various administrative buildings in Chandigarh, India. Small chips and scratches can be found throughout each piece, a...
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1950s Indian Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair Mid-Century Modern Leather and Wood Armchairs by Ibisco Sedie, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of leather and beech wood chairs were made by Ibisco Sedie Italy in the 60s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech

Eight MidCentury Butterflies Chairs, Beige Red Jacquard, Black Wood Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with black stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful french fabric. This chair can be customized to your specifications or ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Jacquard

Papillonne Pastel Kenzo Armchair by Lagu
Located in Geneve, CH
Papillonne Pastel Kenzo armchair by Lagu Designed by Ufuk Ceylan Dimensions: W 80 x D 72 x H 73 cm. Materials: Brass, Fabric, Foam, Hardwood, Metal, Upholstery. The Papillonne Paste...
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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Original and Documented Jugendstil Adolf Loos Chair, 20th Century, 1907
Located in Vienna, AT
Chair from the antechamber of the Rudolf Kraus apartment, brother of Karl Kraus, the famous wordsmith. This Apartment in Vienna 1, Nibelungengasse 13, was presented by Adolf Loos on ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Beech

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 inspi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

1940s Thonet Beech Chair no. 57, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- partly refurbished - some signs of use - sturdy and stable - Height of seat 47
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Mario Marenco "Sapporo" 8 Chairs for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, Italy, 1970s
Located in Argelato, BO
"Sapporo" chairs, Mario Marencofor Mobil Girgi, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1970, set of 10 (8 now available) The most iconic model of the famous Italian architect and designer...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Contemporary Dining Chair Flock by NOOM – Minimalist Design, Fully Upholstered
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock accent design chair — a super-comfortable and minimalistic piece — was recognized as the winner of the NYCxDESIGN Awards in the Contract Seating category. The Flock Chair...
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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Hardwood Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur, Wood, Ash

Reanaissance Revival Hand-Carved Chair with Embossed Leather 19th Century
Located in Lucenec, SK
Chair in carved beech and embossed leather seat and back, circa 1850. The coat of arms embossed at the leather back belongs to the Hungarian noble family Erdody de Monyorókerék et Mo...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, dining chair, model '316', teak, papercord, Denmark, 1950s. This organic looking chair is made with an outstanding attent...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Pair of Midcentury Sanguineti Chiavari Beech Wood Italian Chairs, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible pair of mid-century chairs in beech. These extraordinary pieces were designed and signed by Figli di Sanguineti and G.B. during the 1950s in Chiavari, Italy. The manufa...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Nutwood

Vico Magistretti "122" Chair for Cassina, 1967
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "122" chairs for Cassina, black structure, Italy, 1967. The "122" chairs designed by Vico Magistretti in 1967 have a sculptural design, created with a wooden struct...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Plywood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
Located in Zürich, CH
This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. Made out of basic elemen...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Barrel Chair by Frank Lloyd Wright Edited by Cassina, 1986
Located in Brussel, BE
The Barrel chair form the Taliesin Group, emblematic design by Frank Lloyd Wright, drawed in 1904 for the Martin House is influenced by the Arts & Crafts movement. This model edited ...
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Early 1900s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Cherry

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Special Textile Seating, Caning Backboard
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Cane

Mid Century Heart Chair in Pink Fandango Jacquar, Dedar, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart" in amazing Pink Fandango Jacquard by Dedar. The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko W...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

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 Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Aldo Jacober folding chair 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Aldo Jacober chair 1970s. Beautiful folding chairs with vintage patina.
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1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Aldo Jacober folding chair 1970s
Aldo Jacober folding chair 1970s
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Emanuele Rambaldi, 4 Dining Chairs Leggerissima Model, Figli Di Sanguineti, 1951
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A very rare set of six dining chairs, the "Leggerissima" (ultralight) model, designed by Emanuele Rambaldi and manufactured by Figli di Sanguineti G.B. Constructed from beech, this ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Andrianna Shamaris St. Barts Organic Teak Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Century old unique sculptural chair. The back is a single piece of ancient teak wood. We added butterflies across the natural crack whilst respecting the organic character in the woo...
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2010s Organic Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Roland Rainer Style Stacking Bent Beech Chairs with Dark Brown Stained Wood Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roland Rainer style stacking chairs with bent beech wood seating and dark brown stained wood frames. In very original condition with visible wear and signs of heavy use. These were o...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Two Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chairs, no 4130, in Teak, with Rare Provenance.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two Grand Prix chair no. 4130 in teak, with rare provenance. The chair, originally known as Model 3130, was first introduced in 1957 at the Milan Triennale. It features an elegant ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Birch, Teak

Niels Moller Model 57 Armchair in Teak & Papercord
Located in London, England
Niels Moller model 57 chair in teak & papercord, circa 1950s. An immaculate example of this iconic design made from exquisite teak. Designed by Niels Moller for his own company: J...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Caning, Unknown, Brazil, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, these four Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Rosewood & Handwoven Cane, are exquisite. The armchairs are made of solid Brazilian Rosewood and handwoven cane in the seat...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Straw, Hardwood

Italian Design Classic Gio Ponti, Leggera Chair for Cassina, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
The 646 Leggera chair is an iconic design created by the renowned Italian architect and designer Gio Ponti; designed in 1952, this chair is celebrated for its lightweight and elegan...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Mid-Century Heart Chair in Nouvelles Vagues Green Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart" in amazing Zebra fabric. The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renovated them. The construction is made of beech wood dyed with water stain brown. The chairs are protected with acrylic varnish with a satin glow. About the fabric: The warp and weft of an idea A velvet jacquard that pays a visual and tactile homage to the tiger’s coat...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Primitive Naga Organic Tribe Chair In Solid Teak.
Located in ECHT, NL
One of a kind charming authentic primitive stump chair made in a single solid hardwood. Hand carved by the Naga tribe in India, ca 1970s. A nice wabi sabi piece in good vintage condi...
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20th Century Indian Primitive Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pair of office chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).  
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

ZMG Thonet Beech wood Folding chairs 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of Beech wood folding chairs ,comes width Wicker seats . set of four of Vintage Mid-Century ZMG Radomsko The chairs made by Poli...
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1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Beech

Contemporary Wooden Counter Stool in Mexican Hardwood – In Stock
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The Tamay Stool combines character and subtlety through a design based on simple lines and harmonious proportions, highlighting the natural beauty of solid tropical woods endemic to ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Hardwood Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

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