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Period: 1940s
Leather chair, 1940s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Leather chair, Made in Italy, 1940s.
Detail Chair with shaped back and seat in Original leather that rests on carved front legs. Upholstered in leather color and finished in the bac...
Category
Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Nordiska Kompaniet 'Hytte' Armchair in Solid Pine, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced by the Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet in the early 1940s. It belongs to the 'Hytte' series, which is documented in several NK catalogs and advertisements from the time.
The Hytte series was a continuation of Axel Einar Hjorth's Sportstugemöbler ("sports cabin furnishings"), a collection of pinewood furniture designed for country homes. After Hjorth, designer David Rosén carried on this style, creating several series for Nordiska Kompaniet.
Crafted entirely from pinewood, the chair features club-shaped, tapered legs connected by stretchers, a slatted and slightly curved backrest, and carved armrests. It is versatile and can be used as a desk chair or an elegant side chair.
The chair remains in completely original condition, with a natural and even patina on the pinewood. It shows minor wear consistent with age and use. One of the four furniture...
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Pine
Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
A so called Hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman in the town Jyväskyle in the middl...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Birch
Elegant Set of Six French Art Deco Oak Chairs, 1940s, Bouclé
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a captivating set of six French Art Deco dining chairs from the 1940s, expertly crafted in solid oak. This exceptional ensemble features an artful blend of both curved an...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Asian Inspired Slipper Chairs with Cashmere Velvet Upholstery
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is an exceptionally well crafted pair of asian inspired slipper chairs, newly upholstered in a cashmere velvet with bleached wood accents. Circa 1940s, these chairs reflect the ...
Category
American Chinoiserie Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Torsten Claesson set of 4 chairs by Steneby Hemslöjd, Sweden circa 1940.
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare set of chairs design by Torsten Claesson for Steneby Hemslöjd in Sweden circa 1940. The chairs are made in solide pine with a really nice patina. Top condition. Torsten Claesson...
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Pine
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 ...
Category
American Adirondack Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Charles Dudouyt French Oak & Rush Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Dudouyt French oak & rush rope chair
France, circa 1940s
This handsome side chair will add wonderful texture and rich history to any room
Heavy weight solid oak frame
Patin...
Category
French Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Oak Duckboard Chair Model 103 by René Gabriel, 1941
By Rene Gabriel
Located in PARIS, FR
Oak duckboard chair model 103 by René Gabriel, 1941
Chair by René Gabriel designed in 1941 for the provisional construction department. This was the first emergency furniture for vi...
Category
European Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of African Chairs, King's Seat
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chairs in wood
year: 1940
The quality of the chairs and the exotic wood used they make them unique. It is an icon of distinction.
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Carving elegant legged stool, are considered e...
Category
Tanzanian Tribal Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood
1940 Charles Dudouyt French Design Wicker and Oak Chairs Set of 4
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 Chairs
Charles Dodouyt
France, 1940
Solid Oak Frame
Wicker Seat
Very Good Condiction
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Guglielmo Ulrich Dining Chairs, Italy, 1940s
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Vintage Italian chairs are characterized by their sleek and beautiful frames. These dining chairs are a perfect example of this style, with details that are different from those of E...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs, Gio Ponti atributed, Pink Maple Wood
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian Mid-Century Modern side chairs, Gio Ponti atributed, pink maple wood, lacquered, restored, polished with oil and new upholstered with Wharol Haring fabric. Excellent conditi...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Moroccan Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Moroccan armchair with an elaborate pattern of repeated large and small eight-point stars executed in inlaid exotic and ebonized woods and mother-of-pearl. The ...
Category
Moroccan Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in white vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Circa 1940 French Low Fireplace Chairs in Carved Beech and Rush
Located in Dallas, TX
In the style of Charles Dudouyt (1885-1846), a famed French woodworker whose designs are noted for their use of natural materials (in this case, beech and straw) and minimalist carvings, this pair of low fireplace chairs...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Beech
Dutch Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, The Netherlands, 1940s
These dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced backrest and overall frame. The frame is very structured and sturdy which is also visib...
Category
Dutch Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Executive' Dining Chair in Ocher Yellow Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, dining chair model 72, plywood, fabric, United States, design 1948, later production
An organic shaped chair designed by Eero Saarinen. A flui...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 4 Rustic Pine Chairs by Goran Malmvall, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 4 solid pine dining chairs designed by Göran Malmvall in the 1940s. The chairs have been restored and oiled. I have 2 more chairs in stock in original condition.
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Pine
1940s French Gray And Pink Children’s Bergere Chairs, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a whimsical pair of French children’s bergere chairs. The frame is a French gray, and the vintage upholstery appears to be a pink silk or taffeta. They are in very good condi...
Category
French French Provincial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Silk, Oak
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description:
This exquisite set of six high-back chairs encapsulates the elegance and craftsmanship of traditional French design, reminiscent of the works by iconic designers such as René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot, and André Arbus. The chairs are meticulously crafted with a deep oak finish and upholstered in luxurious yellow vinyl, making them a striking addition to any refined interior.
Features:
Design Influence:
These chairs are inspired by the timeless styles of renowned French designers, including René Prou and André Arbus. The design pays homage to mid-century French aesthetics, featuring clean lines, elegant curves, and an emphasis on both form and function.
Material:
The frames are crafted from solid oak, finished in a rich, deep tone that highlights the natural beauty of the wood. The dark oak finish contrasts beautifully with the vibrant yellow vinyl upholstery, creating a sophisticated and visually appealing look.
Upholstery:
The seats and backs are upholstered in high-quality yellow vinyl, offering both comfort and durability. The vinyl is expertly fitted, ensuring a sleek and smooth appearance that complements the chairs' elegant lines.
Backrest:
The high, tapered backrests provide excellent support while adding to the chairs' regal silhouette. The design of the backrests showcases a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern comfort, making these chairs suitable for both formal dining and casual seating.
Legs:
Each chair stands on gracefully tapered legs, further enhancing their refined aesthetic. The front legs are accented with brass-capped feet, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication typical of French mid-century design.
Craftsmanship:
Attention to detail is evident in every aspect of these chairs, from the precise joinery to the smooth finish. The combination of quality materials and expert craftsmanship ensures these chairs are not only beautiful but also built to last.
Dimensions:
Height: 37.8 inches (96 cm)
Width: 17.7 inches (45 cm)
Depth: 19.7 inches (50 cm)
Seat Height: 18.5 inches (47 cm)
Condition:
This set of chairs is in very good vintage condition, with minor signs of wear consistent with age. The oak frames have been carefully preserved, and the vinyl upholstery is in pristine condition, free from tears or significant blemishes.
Styling Tips:
Pair these chairs with a classic French dining table...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Alvar Aalto Chair Artek A65 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek A65 chair by Alvar Aalto. The chair has finger jointed legs from wartime 1940s (war-leg). Beautiful patina of age. Reupholstered seat.
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Aino Aalto, rare set of 5 children´s chairs, 1940's
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This rare set of 5 children's chairs, designed by Aino Aalto in the 1940s, features a timeless and classic design that could also be used as tables. With its Montessori inspired desi...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Birch
19th C Style Regency Mahogany & Cane Giltwood Bergere Armchair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
19th C Style Regency Mahogany Cane Back Giltwood Bergere Armchair. It is an exquisite example with Ebony lion hear arms and Giltwood paw details.
Category
British Regency Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Ebony, Mahogany, Giltwood
Unusual Set 6 Industrial Modernist Bauhaus Bent Plywood Stacking Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual set 6 industrial modernist bent plywood stacking chairs. Amazing design. Bauhaus influenced. Extremely comfortable.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood
French Art Deco Oakwood Armchair by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
An armchair designed by Charles Dudouyt in the 1940s.
Foldable back.
The Art Deco design is exquisitely wonderful, and it blends in well with the vintage of the mid-century perio...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Safari Chairs
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Pair of safari chairs in beech and brow patinated leather. Unknown designer. From the 1940s. Comes with scratch and cracks. Price for the pair.
Category
Danish Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of six upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Guenot,...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Hand-Carved High Back Oak Lounge Chairs with Original Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20th Century Brutalist lounge chairs with solid oak frames, beautifully carved details and original fabric cushions. Elegant high back chairs all in similar original condition ...
Category
Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Vintage Maple & Rush Harvest Chairs by L. Hitchcock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming pair of vintage harvest chairs produced by the second iteration of the legendary Lambert Hitchcock Chair factory of Riverton, Connecticut dating to the 1940s. A solid maple ...
Category
American American Colonial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood, Hardwood, Maple
Lovely Pair of Flower Back Grosfeld House Armchairs Hollywood Regency
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A spectacular pair of Grosfeld House chairs featuring a flower shaped backrest, channeled arms and an intricate carved wooden frame. A rare and completely stunning pair of chairs fro...
Category
American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Alvar Aalto War Time Chairs With Finger Joints Model 69, Artek 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pair of Alvar Aalto model 69 chairs, manufactured during the 2nd World War years in Finland in the 1940s. The iconic L-leg is different in these pieces compared to the normal....
Category
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of Two Bauhaus-Style Chairs - Germany, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Two Bauhaus-Style Chairs - Germany, 1940s
This set of two Bauhaus-style chairs is an excellent example of the simplicity and functionality that defined this influential desig...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 Vintage French Oak Dining Chairs: Elegance and Timeless Appeal
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Presenting a set of six elegant dining chairs, inspired by the distinctive style of French designer Charles Dudouyt. Crafted in the mid-century period, these chairs showcase the capt...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Chairs Wood and Floral Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Step back in time with this stunning pair of Art Deco chairs from the 1940s, featuring sophisticated dark wood finishes that perfectly accentuate their iconic geometric and linear fo...
Category
Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of (8) Warren McArthur Dining Chairs, America circa 1940
Located in Culver City, CA
America circa 1940
American industrial tubular frame, with hidden ashtrays. Newly covered in soft felt fabric.
24"w x 26"d x 34"h x 18”seat
Ref. CHAIR1259
$ 19,000 ( set of 8 )
Category
American Industrial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Felt
Thonet Bentwood Bistro Chair, Czechoslovakia 1940s
By Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage chair designed by Thonet. Bentwood details and construction makes this piece a timeless item. Plywood seat and backrest. Strong oak wood. The chair was partially re...
Category
Czech Bauhaus Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak, Bentwood, Plywood
Brazilian Midcentury Design, Solid Imbuia Dining Chairs with Armrests, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
This set of dining chairs is composed of solid Imbuia wood, with brown synthetic leather seats and backrests. The set is composed of 8 chairs.
Even with authorship unidentified, the...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Synthetic, Hardwood
Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of four upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, in solid mahogany. Polished.
The seat can be restored on request.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair
By Rudolph Schindler
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Discover a rare and exquisite piece of design history with this Rudolph M. Schindler dining chair, attributed to the iconic Howenstein House in South Pasadena. Crafted by the visiona...
Category
Austrian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, Rattan and Wood, circa 1940
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bentwood chair by unknown designer and manufacturer in the style of Thonet. Made in France, circa 1940. In original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserv...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Charles Dudouyt, French decorator, set of 4 low chairs, 1940s
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 ...
Category
European French Provincial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Straw, Oak
BERTOIA Diamond Chair, Model HB_10, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA diamond chair, model HB_10, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in red.
Quality Features:
very good workmans...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Metal
1940s Armchairs Attributed to Jacques Quinet
Located in CA, CA
Dating from the 1940s a pair of armchairs attributed to Jacques Quinet. Fully upholstered with sumptuous curved arms and sabre back legs.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Desk/Dining Chair, 1940s 1 of 2
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Cane chair in vintage condition (well preserved) very rare find.
Production period: 1940s
Materials: Hardwood, cane
Condition: great, signs of use.
Category
Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Bentwood Model 234 Chair by Magnus Stephensen for Fritz Hansen, 1920s
Located in Kiel, SH
Bentwood Model 234 Chair by Magnus Stephensen for Fritz Hansen, 1920s in used condition with signs of use and age.
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of Four Dining Chairs, Model 79 by Niels O. Møller
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four dining chairs, Model 79 by Niels O. Møller
Branded manufacturer's mark to underside of each example ‘J.L. Moller Models Made in Denmark Furnituremakers Danish Control’...
Category
Danish Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Teak
Charlotte Perriand 6 bauche chairs 1940
Located in Grenoble, FR
Charlotte Perriand
A set of 6 Bauche model straw chairs by Charlotte Perriand produced during the war in Grenoble where Pierre Jeanneret was resistant under the occupation. These ar...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Straw, Ash
1940's Office Chair in Red Cedar Wood, Gold Leaf Stripe
Located in Ciudad de Mexico, MX
Intervened office chair, circa 1940 made of red cedar wood and varnished, intervened with gold leaf stripe.
Category
Mexican Restauration Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Cedar
Pair of Charles Dudouyt chairs, 1940's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Transporting us to 1940s France, the exquisite set of vintage oak and wicker chairs designed by renowned artist Charles Dudouyt invites us to relive the charm and elegance of a bygon...
Category
European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
1940s Neo-Classical Style Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of carved mahogany neo-classical style side chairs. The backs are carved urns with ram form accents. The striped upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They are ...
Category
American Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six Wrought Iron Armchairs, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic set of six wrought-iron chairs with twisted and curlicue detailing. Generously scrolled arms.
Raised seats, backs and armrests, upholstered in dark blue canvas with white pipi...
Category
French Vintage 1940s Chairs
Art Deco Button Back Mohair Chair by Russel Wright for Conant Ball Company
Located in New York, NY
This stunning side chair was realized by the esteemed American designer Russel Wright in the United States, circa 1940. It features four conical splayed legs in ebonized walnut; and ...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Original Hans Coray Landi Chairs, MEWA
By Hans Coray
Located in Dronten, NL
Desirable early Landi aluminium stacking chairs, designed by Hans Coray for the Swiss National Exhibition in Zurich in 1938, executed in the 1950s by P. & W. Blattmann Metallwarenfab...
Category
Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair Swedish Modern Easy Chairs, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
French Pair of Turned & Straw Beech Chairs, circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
French strawed and turned pair of chairs, made circa 1940
False pair from a different source but allowing them to be placed in a room like side chairs. This explain the difference in...
Category
French French Provincial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Set of 14 Fine French Art Deco Dining Chairs '12 Side and 2 Arm'
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
With ebonized wood frames and leather upholstered seats, in the manner of Jules Leleu.
Two more chairs requiring touch up and small restorations are also available.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 12 Red Dining Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Set of 12 dining chairs with ebonized wood legs and claret red upholstery. Two armchairs and ten side chairs. Originally purchased through Alan Moss Gallery,...
Category
American Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Scandinavian Modern sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy from the 1940s/1950s. Elm frame, re-upholstered with high quality Lauritzon's Lamm Ecru -fabric. ...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Dudouyt Inspired Regionalist Armchairs in Stained Oak & Rush - France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of regionalist armchairs in stained oak with straw seats.
In the style of Charles Dudouyt.
Backrest with diamond pattern. Inverted double U-shaped crossbars.
In good vintage co...
Category
Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Spectacular Gilt Wrought Iron High Back Chair by René Drouet, France 1945.
By René Drouet
Located in Brussels, BE
Stunning high back gilded wrought iron chair from the 40's.
Fine patina. The seat is covered with a Lelièvre-France fabric.
By René Drouet France 1945.
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
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