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Period: 1940s
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
Six Super Light Chiavarina Dining Chairs, Painted Wood, Wicker Seat, Italy, 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
Six super light 'Chiavarina' dining chairs in black lacquered beech, cherry or maple wood with original braided wicker seat. This chair, model 'Campanino' was created by Giuseppe Gae...
Category
Italian Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Easy Chair by AB Erik Ek's Snickerifabrik, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Fåtölj nr 186". Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Inlaid Folding Syrian Decorative Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic Syrian inlaid folding chair. The chair is in very good condition and works fine. The chair measures 38 tall x 17 wide x 21 deep x seat height is 18 inches.
Category
Unknown Neoclassical Revival Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Pair of Rare Aalto Model 69 Wartime Chairs, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare model 69 wartime chairs, designed by Alvar Aalto, 1940s. Birch frame with old Artek Zebra fabric upholstery. The legs refer to the wartime when bent birch legs could not be prod...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
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
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
Lounge Chairs, Functionalism, Probably Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of lounge chairs with adjustable backrests and straight armrests with bars. The thick cushions were reupholstered with a structured white and black fabric.
Category
Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Hollywood Tufted Button Back Scroll Form Side Chairs by Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of Hollywood/ Art Deco side chairs were realized by the illustrious 20th Century design firm, Grosfeld House- where luminaries such as Lorin Jackson refined their p...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Height adjustable Industrial Working Sewing Chairs from Singer, England 1940
By Singer
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of rare and well preserved Singer sewing machine work chairs, England circa 1940.
Cast iron leg, sprung and height adjustable backrests, height adjustable seats, all feet marked with Singer.
Adustable Height from 75,5 cm to 87 cm, seat height from 43 - 55 cm.
Singer The Corporation is an American...
Category
English Industrial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Iron
Brass and Red Velvet Chiavari Chair, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This Chiavari chair is all made of brass with a red velvet on the seat. The quality of this chair is a very nice. This is a French work, circa 1940.
Category
French Rococo Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of six Art Deco chairs, Poland, 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs, Poland, 1940s.
Furniture in very good condition after professional renovation, the seat has been covered with new fabric.
Dimensions: height 80 cm / seat height 44...
Category
Polish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Beech
French Art Deco Set of Six Dining Chairs in Stained Oak and Red Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Art Deco dining chairs, stained oak, leatherette, brass, France, 1940s
With their round backrest this set of six French dining chairs catches the eye. Carved rings emphasize the cir...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Attributed to FINN JUHL (Danemark, 1912 - 1989) model “45”, pair of armchairs.
By Finn Juhl
Located in MADRID, ES
Designed in 1945, this pair of teak wood chairs with black leather upholstery were produced at a later time than the original design between 1960 and 1969. The House of Finn Julh def...
Category
Danish Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Six Ocean Liner Armchairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Jules Leleu (1883-1961).
Set of six beechwood armchairs, "fauteuils de paquebot", with coiled armrest supports, reupholstered with dark green leather, standing on four slightly arch...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Paul Laszlo Hollywood Regency Slipper Chair in Off White Bouclé circa 1940s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Paul Laszlo 1940s slipper chair with new super soft off white ivory bouclé upholstery. Hollywood Regency from top to bottom and side to side, this gorgeous one of a kind chair...
Category
American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Bauhaus Brown Leather and Tubular Chrome Armchair in the Style of Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cantilevered, quintessential Bauhaus leather armchair with tubular chrome frame in the style of Marcel Breuer. In very original condition with...
Category
Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Chrome
BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in grey. The offer includes 4 chairs.
Quality Features:
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Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Metal
Alvar Aalto Chair Artek A65 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
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
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
1960s Børge Mogensen Side Chairs in Mahogany and Leather for Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two King of diamonds chairs in mahogany and beige leather designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in 1944.
The chairs feauture an elegant and light Børge Mogensen d...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of French iron architectural chairs, 1940s
Located in Sherborne, GB
A wonderful pair of sculptural and architectural side chairs. They are beaten iron that seems to have been painted green in an earlier life. They have the most pleasing and interesti...
Category
French French Provincial Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Iron
Modernist Dutch Children Chair in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Modernist Dutch children chair, manufactured in by unknown manufacturer in Holland, circa 1950.
In good original condition, preserving a beautiful patina.
Category
Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
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
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
1940's Bentwood Debrecen Round Back Dining Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Bentwood Debrecen Round Back Dining Chairs - Set Of Four.
Rare set of four chairs by the producers Debrecen, it is is hard to be prec...
Category
Hungarian Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
French Metal Desk Chair by René Malaval "Radar" Chair
By Rene Malaval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
René Malaval for Bloc Metal
France, post war
This vintage metal side chair will add wonderful texture and rich history to any room
Composed...
Category
French Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of two Jean Prouvé chairs - Vauconsant
By Jean Prouvé, Fr. Vauconsant
Located in Paris, FR
Set of 2 Jean Prouvé chairs, Ets Vauconsant, France.
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These are authentic variants of the "all-wood chair" - Manufactured by Ets Vauconsant - town o...
Category
French Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash, Oak
Brutalist Rustic French Turned Wood Low Chair in the Style of Charles Dudouyt
Located in Regensburg, DE
Lovely French Brutalist Low or Side Chair in the Style of Charles Dudouyt from the 1940s. This beautiful turned wood Chair is very stable and super comfortable.
The dark wood and the...
Category
French Brutalist Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, 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
Set of 7 Fine French 1940s Dining Room Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of seven fine French 1940s beech dining/side chairs with tapered front legs adorned with bronze details.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Olavi Hänninen Solid Wood Chairs - T chairs
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description:
Presenting a remarkable set of six chairs designed by the renowned Finnish designer Olavi Hänninen. Crafted from rich, solid wood, these chairs embody a blend of rustic...
Category
Finnish Brutalist Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Elm
Italian Armchair from the 40s in the Style of Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian armchair was made in the 1940s in the style of Paolo Buffa. Two white cushions rest on the beautifully crafted cherry wood frame and have been refinished for your choice...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Cherry
1st Generation LCM Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1940s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Extremely rare first generation Eames LCM lounge chairs. Tagged.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Metal
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Antique Colonial Low Chair
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful teak framed colonial chair with lovely patina. Hand-carved feet and restored hand-woven rattan. A classic chair for any space. Includes a linen seat pillow. Full dimensions...
Category
Primitive Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Fabulous Set of Eight Art Deco Influenced Dining Chairs by James Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Art Deco influenced dining chairs by James Mont
The beautifully carved chairs have the original silver leafed finish which is in Great condition with minimal wear and t...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Silver Leaf
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
Rudder back n°19 by Charlotte Perriand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Size : W420 D400 H820 SH450 mm
Vintage Bauche n°19 by Charlotte Perriand. Ladder back models are rare.
The seat is original. The wo...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Pair of Steel Chairs Attributed to Pacific Iron Products
By Walter Lamb
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of steel chairs attributed to Walter Lamb for the Los Angeles based Pacific Iron Products Company. Frames have been professionally sand blasted and powder coated. Chairs have ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of chairs – France 1940
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of chairs, solid light oak with waxed finishing, seat completely redone in astrakhan type fabric.
France 1940
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four model 72 chairs, in chrome and leather fabric, United States, 1948.
Set of four organic shaped chairs designed by Eero Saarinen. ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Chrome
A Charles Dudouyt oak 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A rare seat in oak by Charles DUDOUYT
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Chippendale Style Italian Boucle Small Armchairs, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Chippendale style armchairs, Italian production in the 1940s, completely restored and upholstered in Boucle fabric. They fit very well in a bedroom or living room.
Category
Italian Chippendale Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Art Deco Set of 6 Chairs, Dudouyt Insp. France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This set of six French Art Deco dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s with a Charles Dudouyt inspiration.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 194...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Four Neoclassical Style Brass & Red Velvet Chairs in Maison Jansen Style
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and rare set of 4 neoclassical style chairs is made of brass and red velvet. This is a French work, in the style of famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
French Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Rosewood Estrutural Chairs by Joaquim Tenreiro. Mid Century, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
To compose light seats, Tenreiro used thin wooden sticks in some of his chairs. One of these pieces, which became well known, was the Structural Chair...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chiavari Chairs with Japanese Fabric, Italy, 1940
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of Chiavari chairs with high backs, polished solid brass, seats refurbished in Japanese fabric.
Italy circa 1940.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of four French Art Deco dining chairs, Charles Dudouyt, 1940s, France.
We can clearly see the work of the French school of the 1940s. The detailed designed backrest panels will ...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hollywood Ebonized Walnut Lattice Occasional Chairs by Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
This refined and sophisticated pair of 1940s Hollywood occasional chairs were designed by Lorin Jackson for Grosfeld House, circa 1945. Created in ebonized walnut, they offer lattice...
Category
American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
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
Rustic Wabi Sabi Stool, Four Legged, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Wabi Sabi; Stool; Four-Legged; France; 1940s;
Rustic wabi-sabi wooden stool with a four-legged base and an oval-shaped seat. With its remarkable patina, the design reminds...
Category
French Rustic Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Chic French 1940s Armchair in the Style of Andre Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French 40's armchair in the style of Andre Arbus. Brass sabots. White washed frame, natural linen upholstery.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Palle Suenson Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Dark stained beech chair with a webbed leather seating. The chair is attributed to Palle Suenson, as they come from the office building of the Aarhus Oliefabrik (1938-1942), which wa...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Elegant Pair of Regency Tufted Chairs with Hooved Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Pair of Regency Style Tufted Chairs with Hooved Feet, American, circa 1940s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in your choice...
Category
American Regency Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, 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 yellow vynil, exhibiting traditional French design elements in a deep oak finish.
In the style of René Prou, Albert-Lucien Gueno...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Tall Spanish Ladder-Back Chairs, 1940s
Located in Manzano, IT
Set of 2 Tall Spanish Ladder-Back Chairs, 1940s
Bring a touch of vintage Mediterranean charm to your space with this stunning pair of high-back chairs from 1940s Spain. Their bold r...
Category
Italian Vintage 1940s Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood, Beech
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
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