Mid-Century Modern Dining Room 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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Staggering Set of 10 Armchairs by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally sandblasted and powder coated; completely installation ready. This stellar ALL ARMS set of difficult to find examples is unique on the market. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A fabulous, beyond stylish set of ten (10) coveted armchairs from the boutique Florentine collection designed by the gifted Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan, circa 1990. This elegant, comfortable and expertly crafted series is Frinier's respectful homage to the masterful Mario Papperzini for John Salterini wrought iron...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Carlo Scarpa Walnut and Black Leather Chairs for Bernini, Italy, 1977
By Carlo Scarpa, Bernini
Located in Sacile, PN
Carlo Scarpa walnut and black leather chairs mod. 1934/765 for Bernini, 1977.
765 is planned by Carlo Scarpa in 1934, year from which the chair will ta...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Large Set of Modernist Dining Chairs in Wood and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, coated steel, Europe, 1980s
The design of these 1980s chairs avoid sharp edges or overly angular forms, leaning instead into cylindrical legs and rounded corne...
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1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molenti Set of Four Fabric 'Monk' chairs
Located in London, GB
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in the 1970s, this set of four 'Monk' chairs is a timeless example of Italian modernist design. The chairs feature a solid oak frame wit...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Arturo Pani Custom Dining Chairs Set Eight Mahogany Bronze Mexico City 1960s
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a Set of Eight Chairs attributed to Arturo Pani. Mexico City , circa the 1960s.
Special custom design unmarked.
Solid Honduras mahogany with solid brass and ...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Enrico Delmonte set of 12 ash and straw "type B" chairs, Chiavari, Italy, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A set of twelve Type B - "Baletta" model chairs, crafted from black-stained beechwood with woven straw seats by Chiavari artisans, produced by Enrico Delmonte...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw
One Authentic Knoll Brno Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe in Black Leather
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
One black leather Brno chair with tubular frame and thin pad seat and back as was the original design.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe by Knoll. Beautiful showing very little use. 800 per ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs Charcoal Netweave Mesh, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Comfortable dining and/or conference chair EA108 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Comfort is guaranteed w...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Other
Set of Six Mid Century Kangaroo Chairs, Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of polyurethane, which is available with and without armrests. In the vernacular, the...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Afra and Tobia Scarpa 'Africa' Dining Chairs- four available
Located in London, GB
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1975, these 'Africa' dining chairs is a masterpiece of Italian modernist design. The chairs feature a sculptural walnut frame with bold, angular...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Emanuele Rambaldi, 6 Dining Chairs Leggerissima Model, Figli Di Sanguineti, 1951
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A very rare set of six dining chairs ''Leggerissima'' (ultralight) model designed by Emanuele Rambaldi and manufactured by Figli di Sanguineti G.B.
Made of beech painted in a ros...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
Set of 10 Erich Menzel Dining Chairs Model 50642 for Hellerau, Germany
By Erich Menzel, Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 10 Erich Menzel Dining Chairs Model 50642 for Hellerau, Germany - 1950s.
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
1950s Charles Eames for Herman Miller Dining Chairs, DCM, Walnut, Black Frames
Located in Round Rock, TX
Early set of 6 DCMs (Dining Chair Metal) in walnut and black frames.
A timeless piece of design history with this stunning set of original Eames Dining Chairs (DCM) from 1956-1959...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
1960s Pair of Danish Teak Dining Chairs, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Upholstery, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chairs for B&B Italia, 1973, set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" dining chairs with armrests for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1973, set of eight.
"Dialogo", in substance, is a return to the formal solution of th...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set Of 8 Bernhardt Mercer Upholstered Dining Chairs
By Bernhardt
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 8 Bernhardt Mercer fabric upholstered dining side chairs with styled wing-back, dark espresso wood frame, gun-metal tone tack decoration and resting on tapering front and spla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Concordia Chair by Mira Nakashima based on a George Nakashima design, USA
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima Concordia Chair based on a design by George Nakashima. Outstanding grain on the seat, can be signed. Important: Please consider the prod...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Four De Puydt Attributed Brutalist Heavy White Oak Side Chairs
By De Puydt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Brutalist Belgian light oak dining chairs with slatted seats and backrests. In good condition with some wear consistent with their age and use. ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Design Stacking Chairs by Elmar Flötotto for Pagholz, 1960's Germany
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern German Design Stacking Chairs by Elmar Flötotto for Pagholz. Made in Germany, 1960's / 70's period. Set of 12 chairs which can be stacked in one stack. Pag...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Gilbert Steiner “BowWood” Side Chairs Dining Chair, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Bent oak dining chair by Gilbert Steiner with an elegant construction and a flexible back with brass hardware. 12 available priced as singles.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Verner Panton 'System 1-2-3' Standard Lounge Chair in Fabric for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'system 1-2-3' standard lounge chair in fabric for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of Denmark's most legendary modern furniture and interior designers. His innovative exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Set of 6 Wim Rietveld Pyramid Stacking Chairs in Teak with Black Metal Frames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 6 Wim Rietveld 'Pyramid' stacking chairs for Ahrend de Cirkel. Awarded with the 1960 ‘Signe d’Or’ Design Award these extremely durable and comfortable chairs are in ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Set of 4 Danish Mid Century Chairs by Niels Moller for J.L. Mollers, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is a stunning set of four vintage Model 71 dining chairs designed by the renowned Niels Otto Møller for the esteemed J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, hailing from Denmark in the 19...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cord, Oak
Tecta D 96 dining chairs, set of 4, by Hans Könecke, 1960
By Hans Könecke
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
A fantastic set of four of the exceptional D 96 chairs from Tecta. The chairs, with their minimalist lines, are in very good condition. The chrome-plated tubular steel frames show on...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
A set of eight dining chairs by Jules Huemann for Metropolitan, mid 20th c
Located in View Park, CA
A set of eight dining chairs by Jules Huemann for Metropolitan, circa 1960s. Icons of mid century modern design, these chairs feature streamlined walnut wood frames with newly refres...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Walnut
1940s Thonet 1216-S17-B1 Bent Plywood Dining Chairs Set of 7
By Thonet
Located in Esperance, NY
This exceptional set of early Thonet bent plywood dining chairs dates back to the 1940s. One of the chairs retains its original Thonet tag.
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1940s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Original Norman Cherner Dining Chairs for Plycraft
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous original set of six Norman Cherner Dining chairs for Plycraft c1955. Totally restored, wood was scrubbed clean and restrained and lacquered. All...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Modern Granada Dining Table with Four Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5-piece dining set which includes 4 high back chairs and a round glass top table that is 29.5 height and 36 in diameter Set is designed by ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Solid Teak by Findahl Møbler, Denmark, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
This elegant set of six dining chairs by Findahl Møbler exemplifies the understated sophistication of Danish Modern design from the 1970s. Crafted from solid teak, the frames showcas...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Rare set of 10 Jean Gillon dining chairs, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of 10 dining room chairs in original black leather by Jean Gillon, Brazil, 1960s.
Matching dining room table available.
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid century italian dining chairs, set of 6 - 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century modern 'boomerang' design dining chairs with new beige skai upholstery.
Beautiful elegant design.
1950s - Italy
Good overall condition, newly upholstered
Dimensions
H...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Modernist Dining Chairs in Wood and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, coated steel, Europe, 1980s
The design of these 1980s chairs avoid sharp edges or overly angular forms, leaning instead into cylindrical legs and rounded corne...
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1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini Walnut and Black Leather Chairs, Italy 1981
Located in Sacile, PN
Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini set of six walnut and black leather chairs,
Italy 1981 circa.
This set, designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, is characterized by a splendid co...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Hand Tufting Chair, Blue Wood, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed.
Seat is hand tufting multicolor wool. Ab...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Set of Six Leather "T" Chairs By Katavolos, Kelley & Littell For Laverne Inc.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous set of six "T" dining chairs were designed by William Katavolos, Ross Littel, and Douglas Kelley, circa 1952, for Laverne International Furniture Company. The chairs fe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of Eight Danish Highback Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Gudme Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 19" wide x 17" deep x 37" tall, Seat: 17.25" tall
Condition: In excellent o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 4 Wrought Iron Dining Chairs by Lee Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Stylish set of wrought iron patio, garden wrought iron dining chairs by Lee Woodard. These chairs have wrought iron frames with upholstered vinyl seats, all are structurally sound an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Marcel Gascoin 'C-Chair' Dining Chair in American Walnut for GUBI
By Marcel Gascoin, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Marcel Gascoin 'C-Chair' Dining Chair in American Walnut for GUBI
Originally, designed in 1947, this authorized re-edition from GUBI features the same elegant shape and sturdy cons...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Brown Jordan Bentwood Rattan Table and Chairs Set
By Brown Jordan
Located in Sheffield, MA
Stylish bentwood deco style dining or patio table and 4 chair set by Brown Jordan has the look of faux bamboo. Features glass top and arched bentwood base with an open design. Beauti...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Rare Vladimir Kagan 1960s Arm Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
These rare chairs were designed in the 1960s by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss in NYC. The seats are leather and the base and arms are stainless steel. Sleek modern high design an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
1980s Solid Pine Tree Dining Chair, 10pieces available
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- carefully refurbished
Category
1980s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
8 Conoid Dining Chairs by Mira Nakashima based on a George Nakashima design
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 8 Conoid Dining chairs by Mira Nakashima based on a design by George Nakashima. All chairs can be signed (just an example on the photo). Importa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Charles Eames DSX set 6 Fiberglass Side Chairs multicolor set for Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic chairs (side shells / scoops) designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Molded fiberglass shells in the colors: Elephant Hide Grey, Navy Blue, Lemon Yellow. Greige, r...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Style Tulip Round Dining Table and Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Style Tulip Round Dining Table and Chairs
Offered is a 6 piece dining set, similar to the style of Eero ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Six Vittorio Dassi Mid-Century Modern Italian Mahogany Dining Chairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Six dining chairs designed by the famous Italian architect Vittorio Dassi, solid mahogany chairs and original eco-leather upholstery, in excellen...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Birch 6 Hat Trick Chairs by Frank Gehry - Knoll
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 6 post Modern "Hat Trick Chairs" by Frank Gehry for Knoll. Created from Birch laminates chairs are steam bent in a ribbon like form which lends to a very organic typ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic, Birch, Plywood
Eight Vladimir Kagan Dining Chairs with Arms. Excellent Condition.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare set of 8 dining chairs with arms designed by Vladimir Kagan. Expertly refinished and reupholstered with no signs of wear. Incredibly rare set.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Oak & White Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Oak & White Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis Klismos Chairs in Walnut with Leather Thongs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chair for Saridis of Athens, Greece in Greek walnut and leather woven seats.
This chair was part of the collection he designed for Saridis of Athens in 1961, inspired by the drawings he saw on ancient Greek vases. The Klismos chairs features a graceful curving back and sable curved legs. The woven seat is made of leather straps / thongs which are tight around the walnut frame. The design beholds Robsjohn-Gibbings’ philosophy of furniture design that is independent of time.
Manufacturer's metal label DESIGNED BY T.H.ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS / Manufactured by saridis of athens. Serial # 9544 &.
Please note that the item has been lightly restored by restoration atelier. Some signs of age and use are still visible.
This chair model is notably documented on the cover of "Furniture of Classical Greece," written by Robsjohn-Gibbings and Carlton W. Pullin in 1963.
We love what Pilar Viladas said about this iconic design in the New York Times in 2010:
"T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings’s Klismos chair looks ancient and modern at the same time — because it is. Based on ancient Greek models, which had been widely copied in the 18th and 19th century, Robsjohn-Gibbings’s version made the klismos shape famous again in the 20th century. Obsessed with its elegant lines, he designed versions of the chair throughout his career, but the most recent examples have been made by Saridis in Athens since the early 1960s, when the designer met the company’s owners and settled in the Greek capital. Its simple but opulent curves hint at sleek penthouses with butlers who serve cocktails on the terrace at sunset. (Indeed, Robsjohn-Gibbings’s Saridis...
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1960s Greek Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Italian Cherry & Ivory Skai Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 6
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
This beautiful set of chairs has been restored and upholstered in white leatherette as it was originally, so they are sturdy and ready to fit into your furniture.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Gabriele Mucchi S5 Italian Modern Dining Chairs Chrome Tubular frames Rope seats
Located in Dronten, NL
Elegant and very comfortable dining chairs in chromed tubular steel and rope, designed by renowned Italian architect Gabriele Mucchi.
Matching set of 4 chairs in wonderful vintage co...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Set Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of Six Drexel Consulate Series Walnut, Cane Back & Upholstered Dining Chairs
All solid American Walnut. Yellow color upholstery.
Measures 20" in width, 21" in depth x 38" in he...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Bentwood Dining Chairs 1960s, Set of 6
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Restored bentwood dining chairs in ash wood and white velvet from the 1960s. Set of 6.
Great design, that lets the chairs flow through the room and seats in room as center piece.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood, Bentwood
Vintage Danish Teak Sculptural Dining Chairs - a Set of 6
Located in Esperance, NY
This set of 6 Vintage Danish Teak Sculptural Dining Chairs is a true testament to mid-century design and craftsmanship. Made from high-quality teak wood, these chairs feature a uniqu...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Jean Prouvé Chaise mod. Standard dite "Tout Bois", France 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Jean PROUVÉ (1901 -1984) - Chaise standard dite "Tout Bois"
SOLID WOOD AND PLYWOOD "TOUT BOIS" CHAIR BY JEAN PROUVE - 1941
H : 82 cm W: 41 cm D: 52 ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Set of Six Milo Baughman Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six Milo Baughman chrome dining chairs.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Mid Century Italian Modern Sculptural Dining Chairs After Verner Panton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning vintage set of six dining chairs after Verner Panton. These chairs feature a sculptural design. Chairs will eventually need to recovered. Upholstery is original and in fai...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 4 Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Pace C1970 Totally Restored
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 Totally Restored Tucroma chairs by Guido Faleschini for Pace C1970. Chairs were heavily used and well maintained by the former owners but needed an update. Leather ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-century Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern dining room 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 dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Knoll, Herman Miller, and Charles and Ray Eames. 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 dining room 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 $175,000 while the average work can sell for $3,236.