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Mid-Century Modern Chairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Basel, BS
Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s
Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s

Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s

Spanish Mid-Century Swivel Armchair Desk Chair circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Side armchair or desk armchair, mid-century Swivel armchair The leather needs to be restored Embossed leather and massive oak Good vintage condition Frame is sound and solid. ...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Oak

Spanish Mid-Century Swivel Armchair Desk Chair circa 1940
Spanish Mid-Century Swivel Armchair Desk Chair circa 1940

Spanish Mid-Century Swivel Armchair Desk Chair circa 1940

Early Eames LCW with Evans Label
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An early iconic design. The LCW designed by Charles and Ray Eames manufactured by Evans for Herman Miller. This piece is being sold in found condition with original Evans labeling...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early Eames LCW with Evans Label
Early Eames LCW with Evans Label

Early Eames LCW with Evans Label

Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful boucle italian fabric (color number 03). This chair can be cus...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s

Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s

Set of 4 Fine 1970s Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Long Island City, NY
Robert Guillerme (1913-1990) and Jacques Chambron (1914-2001) - A set of four fine French Mid-Century solid oak side chairs. Model "Raphael". Pri...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Set of 4 Fine 1970s Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron
Set of 4 Fine 1970s Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron

Set of 4 Fine 1970s Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of six dining chairs designed by Edward Wormley as part of the classic Precedent Line, for Drexel. The set includes two arm chairs, and four side chairs, they are in very go...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Drexel Precedent by Wormley

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Madda is a contemporary interpretation of the Classic club chair. The metal base fully wraps around the chair, as if to squeeze it into its plump and comfortable upper seating ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet
Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, dark brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975, set of eight. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "A...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 8

Four 'Panton Chairs' by Verner Panton for Vitra white 1980s-90s
By Verner Panton
Located in Milano, IT
Set of four chairs designed by Verner Panton for a Vitra production from the 1980s-90s. Made of white plastic material, they bear the brand name.
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Four 'Panton Chairs' by Verner Panton for Vitra white 1980s-90s
Four 'Panton Chairs' by Verner Panton for Vitra white 1980s-90s

Four 'Panton Chairs' by Verner Panton for Vitra white 1980s-90s

Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Armchair, Modell 62 Denmark 1960 s
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Bergen, NO
Niels Otte Møller modell 62 in rosewood and parercord prodused by J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrikk. Niels Otto Møller, the Danish designer and craftsman who according to his son “never co...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Rosewood

Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Armchair, Modell 62 Denmark 1960 s
Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Armchair, Modell 62 Denmark 1960 s

Niels Otto Møller Rosewood Armchair, Modell 62 Denmark 1960 s

A set of two Etcetera lounge chairs with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden c1970
By Jan Ekselius, J.O. Carlsson
Located in London, GB
Set of three Etcetera lounge chair / chaise longue with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius. c1970 for JOC Carlsson, Sweden. Original pink fabric. Size of chairs: 102 cm in length, 62 cm...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

A set of two Etcetera lounge chairs with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden c1970
A set of two Etcetera lounge chairs with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden c1970

A set of two Etcetera lounge chairs with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden c1970

Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Blue Green Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful chairs type 200/128, designed by Juliusz Kedziorek and manufactured by Goscieninska Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice s...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Velvet, Beech

Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Blue Green Wool, Europe, 1960s
Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Blue Green Wool, Europe, 1960s

Four Mid Century Mushroom Chairs, Hand Tufting Blue Green Wool, Europe, 1960s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1966, Set of 2
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" easy chairs for Cassina, plywood and red leather, Italy, 1966, set of two. In 1966 Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed the "925" chair, realized in walnut and leather. The low chair is inspired by a sketch made in 1943...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1966, Set of 2
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1966, Set of 2

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1966, Set of 2

Six Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful pink stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful hand tufting wool fabric. This chair can be customized to you...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Beech

Six Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s
Six Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s

Six Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s

Set of 10 MidCentury Dining Chairs by A.Šuman, Customizable Upholstery Available
By Antonín Šuman
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This set of ten vintage dining chairs was designed by Czech designer Antonin Šuman in the 1960s. The chairs have been completely restored finished with high-quality oil that gave the...
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 10 MidCentury Dining Chairs by A.Šuman, Customizable Upholstery Available
Set of 10 MidCentury Dining Chairs by A.Šuman, Customizable Upholstery Available

Set of 10 MidCentury Dining Chairs by A.Šuman, Customizable Upholstery Available

Mid Century Chrome and Upholstered Chairs, a pair
Located in Wichita, KS
This pair of fabulous Chrome and Leopard Slipper Chairs are show stoppers. Original Chrome with updated fabric, these nicely scaled chairs are ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Chrome and Upholstered Chairs, a pair
Mid Century Chrome and Upholstered Chairs, a pair

Mid Century Chrome and Upholstered Chairs, a pair

Set of Four Dining Chairs in Green Leatherette and Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, leatherette, stained beech, aluminum, Czech Republic, 1960s. Well-proportioned dining chairs with constructive detailing discernible in the aluminum joint...
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Dining Chairs in Green Leatherette and Stained Wood
Set of Four Dining Chairs in Green Leatherette and Stained Wood

Set of Four Dining Chairs in Green Leatherette and Stained Wood

Set of Four Hans Wegner Inspired Oak Dining Chairs by Sibast
By Sibast, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Hans Wegner style oak dining chairs with compass legs and slightly bowed backrests by the Danish company Sibast, a Danish family company with a proud history of wooden furni...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Hans Wegner Inspired Oak Dining Chairs by Sibast
Set of Four Hans Wegner Inspired Oak Dining Chairs by Sibast

Set of Four Hans Wegner Inspired Oak Dining Chairs by Sibast

Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of six clean line Italian chairs. The chromed metal structure holds the seat and back, made of Lucite. Comes with seat cushions.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back
Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back

Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back

6 Dining Chairs in Lucite and Chrome by Charles Hollis Jones, Metric Collection
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 6 Lucite and chrome dining chairs from the Metric collection by Charles Hollis Jones 5 upholstered in black vinyl and 1 upholstered in white vinyl. The chairs date ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

6 Dining Chairs in Lucite and Chrome by Charles Hollis Jones, Metric Collection
6 Dining Chairs in Lucite and Chrome by Charles Hollis Jones, Metric Collection

6 Dining Chairs in Lucite and Chrome by Charles Hollis Jones, Metric Collection

Danish Vintage Model 78 Dining / Desk Chair by Niels Moller
By Neils O. Möller
Located in London, GB
An exceptional Danish vintage model 78 dining / desk chair by Niels Moller. This was made in Denmark by JL Moller Mobelfabrik, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Wood

Danish Vintage Model 78 Dining / Desk Chair by Niels Moller
Danish Vintage Model 78 Dining / Desk Chair by Niels Moller

Danish Vintage Model 78 Dining / Desk Chair by Niels Moller

German S43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s
By Mart Stam
Located in Hamburg, DE
This is a classic under the steel pipe furniture. The Thonet chair S43 according to a design by Mart Stam from the 1920s. It is a simple and timeless functional design. The steel tu...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

German S43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s
German S43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s

German S43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s

Mid-Century Cream Ivory Boucle Chair, Walnut Wood, by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful beech chair designed by M. Zielinski, type 200 / 100B. Manufactured by the Opole Furniture Industry Center at the end of the 1960s in Poland. The chair is after undergone...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Cream Ivory Boucle Chair, Walnut Wood, by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Cream Ivory Boucle Chair, Walnut Wood, by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Cream Ivory Boucle Chair, Walnut Wood, by M. Zielinski, Europe, 1960s

Finn Juhl Reading Chair, Wood and Leather
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1953, relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark. Materials: Wood, leather Dimensions: D 58 cm x W 52 cm x H 74 cm. (SH 45 ...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Finn Juhl Reading Chair, Wood and Leather
Finn Juhl Reading Chair, Wood and Leather

Finn Juhl Reading Chair, Wood and Leather

16 Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this sixteen Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s are nothing less than gorgeous!...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

16 Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
16 Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

16 Brazilian Modern “Cantu Alta” Dining Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s

Barwa Lounge Chair by Edgar Bartolucci
By Edgar Bartolucci
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Barwa' lounge chair by Edgar Bartolucci for Barwa Associates. Sold with thought to be original sling. (New slings available online in a variety of colors).
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Barwa Lounge Chair by Edgar Bartolucci
Barwa Lounge Chair by Edgar Bartolucci

Barwa Lounge Chair by Edgar Bartolucci

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in Lafayette, IN
Arguably one of the most elegant desk chair designs from the mid-century era, this Morrison/Hannah design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a cur...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll

Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina
By Gio Ponti
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina An icon of chair design and of Cassina’s masterful artisan craftsmanship. A tasteful and versatile piece remin...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina
Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina

Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina

Side Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Barcelona, ES
Side chair designed by Warren Platner in 1966 for Knoll Internationel, USA. Sculptural structure made of steel wire rods with velvet fabric upholstery. Labelled with manufacturer log...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Side Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International
Side Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International

Side Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International

Set of 8 Saarinen Executive chairs by Eero Saarinen – Knoll International
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 8 “Saarinen Executive” armchairs with tubular legs. Cognac-colored leather cover. This armchair with ample shapes offers excellent comfort. Featured in many interiors, Eero Saarinen’s chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 8 Saarinen Executive chairs by Eero Saarinen – Knoll International
Set of 8 Saarinen Executive chairs by Eero Saarinen – Knoll International

Set of 8 Saarinen Executive chairs by Eero Saarinen – Knoll International

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather
By Silvio Coppola, Bernini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Silvio Coppola for Bernini, set of four dining chairs model 330, leather, walnut, Italy, 1960s. This magnificent set of dining chairs by the renowned Italian designer Silvio Coppola...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather
Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Four Dining Chairs in Brown Leather

Set of 4 Orange Selene Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy 1969
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful set of 4 orange Selene chairs. These iconic chairs were designed by Vico Magistretti and produced by Artemide in Italy in 1969. Fully original and in great vintage conditi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Set of 4 Orange Selene Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy 1969
Set of 4 Orange Selene Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy 1969

Set of 4 Orange Selene Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy 1969

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, total black, Italy, 1965, set of eight. Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa'...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8

Gerd Lange Flex 2000 Chair For Thonet
By Gerd Lange
Located in Čelinac, BA
Thonet Chair By Gerd Lange Flex 2000
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Wood

Gerd Lange Flex 2000 Chair For Thonet
Gerd Lange Flex 2000 Chair For Thonet

Gerd Lange Flex 2000 Chair For Thonet

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Plywood Dining Chairs, 1973, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa plywood dining chairs, metal and plywood, Italy, 1973, set of eight. Following the typical geometric line of the Scarpa duo, this particular chair features an er...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Plywood Dining Chairs, 1973, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Plywood Dining Chairs, 1973, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Plywood Dining Chairs, 1973, Set of 8

Set of Four Heart Chairs, Pink Orange Burgundy and Violet Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A set of 4 chairs type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoro...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Four Heart Chairs, Pink Orange Burgundy and Violet Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Set of Four Heart Chairs, Pink Orange Burgundy and Violet Velvet, Europe, 1960s

Set of Four Heart Chairs, Pink Orange Burgundy and Violet Velvet, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century, Haussmann Armchair, Walnut, by Robert & Trix Haussmann, Design 1964
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Haussmann chair is a vibrant timeless piece of comfort and elegance. This unique three-leg chair premiered at the "Haussmann Expo 64" and was designed by Robert & Trix Haussma...
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century, Haussmann Armchair, Walnut, by Robert & Trix Haussmann, Design 1964
Mid Century, Haussmann Armchair, Walnut, by Robert & Trix Haussmann, Design 1964

Mid Century, Haussmann Armchair, Walnut, by Robert & Trix Haussmann, Design 1964

Set of Six Mid Century Heart Chairs, Green Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Heart" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful velvet italian fabric. This chair can be customized to your sp...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Set of Six Mid Century Heart Chairs, Green Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s
Set of Six Mid Century Heart Chairs, Green Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s

Set of Six Mid Century Heart Chairs, Green Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s

Set of Six 20th Century Dark Green Velvet Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This type of chair is 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...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Six 20th Century Dark Green Velvet Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Set of Six 20th Century Dark Green Velvet Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Set of Six 20th Century Dark Green Velvet Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Mario Marenco “Sapporo” Dining Chair for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, 1970
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Marenco “Sapporo” dining chair for Mobil Girgi, beech and patinated cognac leather, Italy, 1970 A rare variant of the iconic Marenco’s “Sapporo” chair, this version shows a st...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Mario Marenco “Sapporo” Dining Chair for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, 1970
Mario Marenco “Sapporo” Dining Chair for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, 1970

Mario Marenco “Sapporo” Dining Chair for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, 1970

Pair Of Continental Modernist Chairs
By Jacques Adnet, Charles Dudouyt, Jules Leleu
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Continental Modernist Chairs. Offered is a great pair of Continental modernist chairs, side chairs or dining chairs. These handsome chairs are painted a beautiful shade of re...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Continental Modernist Chairs
Pair Of Continental Modernist Chairs

Pair Of Continental Modernist Chairs

Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in Wilton, CT
This Dan Johnson Viscount chair is in its original condition. It has a lovely patina and has kept its structural integrity due to its fine workmanship. Upholstered in its original bl...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig
Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig

Dan Johnson Walnut and Brass Viscount Chair by Selig

Red "Pluff" Italian Folding Stool Chair by G. Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1960
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning red "Pluff" folding stool chair in chrome with red colored polyurethane seat. The super rare and iconic "Pluff" was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli and p...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Red "Pluff" Italian Folding Stool Chair by G. Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1960
Red "Pluff" Italian Folding Stool Chair by G. Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1960

Red "Pluff" Italian Folding Stool Chair by G. Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1960

George Nakashima 'New' Armchairs in Walnut and Hickory
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, ‘New’ armchairs, American black walnut, hickory, United States, design 1956, production 1961 With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this ‘N...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima 'New' Armchairs in Walnut and Hickory
George Nakashima 'New' Armchairs in Walnut and Hickory

George Nakashima 'New' Armchairs in Walnut and Hickory

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina Designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934 and quickly deemed a design icon, th...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina

Rare Borge Mogensen 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in LEWES, GB
Extremely Rare Borge Mogensen Model 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s. Original leather and oak. Original condition. Incredible tone and patina.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Borge Mogensen 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Rare Borge Mogensen 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

Rare Borge Mogensen 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric
By Brian Kane, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
Brian Kane's Swoop Collection for Herman Miller embodies a modern interpretation of midcentury style, particularly showcased through the Swoop Plywood Lounge Chair. Kane meticulously...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric
Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric

Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric

Set of Four 20th Century Blue Velvet Chairs, Poland, 1960s
By Rajmund Hałas
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. It is JAR type model. Made of beechwood. Chairs are after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat and back is ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Four 20th Century Blue Velvet Chairs, Poland, 1960s
Set of Four 20th Century Blue Velvet Chairs, Poland, 1960s

Set of Four 20th Century Blue Velvet Chairs, Poland, 1960s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, patinated cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of eight. The particular feature of this model is the support structure co...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8

Elegant set of six Italian-made chairs in green leather
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
This extraordinary set of six vintage dining chairs, made in Italy in the 1950s, represents a rare example of postwar craftsmanship and sophisticated design. Every detail expresses a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Elegant set of six Italian-made chairs in green leather
Elegant set of six Italian-made chairs in green leather

Elegant set of six Italian-made chairs in green leather

Red Eames DCW
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Wonderful red aniline dyed DCW by Charles and Ray Eames. Early 5-2-4 screw pattern.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Red Eames DCW
Red Eames DCW

Red Eames DCW

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark, Set of 6
By Johannes Andersen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This set of 6 dinning chairs designed Johannes Andersen in the 1960s. Chairs is made of solid teak wood. Completely restored. The sponges have been replaced and covered in light crea...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark, Set of 6
Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark, Set of 6

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark, Set of 6

Set of Eight 20th Century Dark Gray Boucle Chairs, Europe, 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 dark gray (...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Eight 20th Century Dark Gray Boucle Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Set of Eight 20th Century Dark Gray Boucle Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Set of Eight 20th Century Dark Gray Boucle Chairs, Europe, 1960s

Rare Pair of K. Schroder Fritz Hansen chairs Woven Seagrass, Denmark 1930s
By K. Scröder, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
S. Scroder & Fritz Hansen Scandinavian Modern Design, A rare pair of beech chairs, seat and back with original woven sea grass. Model 1572. Designed by S. Scröder. Manufactured an...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Beech

Rare Pair of K. Schroder Fritz Hansen chairs Woven Seagrass, Denmark 1930s
Rare Pair of K. Schroder Fritz Hansen chairs Woven Seagrass, Denmark 1930s

Rare Pair of K. Schroder Fritz Hansen chairs Woven Seagrass, Denmark 1930s

Set of 4 "Les arcs" chairs by Charlotte Perriand - 1970s
By Dal Vera, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
4 x Les Arcs chairs with tubular Nickel-plated metal frame and cognac leather seat. Chairs manufactured by Dal Vera and selected by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs, a ski resort in t...
Category

1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 "Les arcs" chairs by Charlotte Perriand - 1970s
Set of 4 "Les arcs" chairs by Charlotte Perriand - 1970s

Set of 4 "Les arcs" chairs by Charlotte Perriand - 1970s

1980s Stokke Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Stafford, TX
The Gravity Balans chair, designed by Peter Opsvik for Varier, is a unique ergonomic recliner that allows for a range of seating positions, from a...
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1980s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

1980s Stokke Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter
1980s Stokke Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter

1980s Stokke Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter

Italian Wrought Iron Chair from the Sixties
Located in bari, IT
lacquered wrought iron chair from the Italian school of the D’Andrea craftsman from Lecce from the late 1950s.
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Wrought Iron Chair from the Sixties
Italian Wrought Iron Chair from the Sixties

Italian Wrought Iron Chair from the Sixties

Paddle Arm Student Chair in Wood Attributed to Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Paddle arm student chair or writing chair attributed to Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967). This all-wood model has an inverted Y leg supporting the fixed ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Paddle Arm Student Chair in Wood Attributed to Jeanneret
Paddle Arm Student Chair in Wood Attributed to Jeanneret

Paddle Arm Student Chair in Wood Attributed to Jeanneret

Mid-century Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA, and Fritz Hansen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $84 and tops out at $244,500 while the average work can sell for $2,904.

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