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Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

POSTMODERN STYLE

Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
  • A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
  • Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
  • Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
  • Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980) 
  • Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
  • Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
  • Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood 
  • Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
  • Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.

Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendinia onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.

Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group,  which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.

Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals. 

After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.

On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.

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Style: Post-Modern
Vintage black leather dining chairs by Arrben Italy, 1980s - set of 4
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 italian dining chairs consisting of black metal frames with black leather upholstery both on the seats and backrests. Elegant classical design Very good condition 1980s ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1997, this design features a blac...
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1990s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Pierre Chapo “S11” Dining Chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, 1966, Set of 10
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo “S11” dining chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, elm and leather, France, 1966, set of ten. Pierre Chapo designed the "S11" dining chairs in 1966, epitomizing his architec...
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1960s French Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Elm

Set of 4 Andrea Branzi Revers Chairs by Cassina Made in Italy circa 1990s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4 Andrea Branzi Revers Chairs by Cassina Made in Italy circa 1990s Cast aluminum beech and molded plywood. Clean pre owed condition. Labeled under...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Debi Armchair by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Debi armchair by Dovain Studio Dimensions: H 85 x W 94 x D 55 x SH 39 cm Materials: Velvet, Wood Dovain Studio Creative direction by Sergio Prieto, a Spanish artist-designer wh...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Vintage Postmodern Deco Style Arched Back Upholstered Chairs - Set of 8
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Deco Style Arched Back Fully Upholstered Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Furnish your dining room with this ultra-comfy set of dining chairs, perfect for a large enterta...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery

Set of Nr 222 chairs by Robert Mallet-Stevens, 1980s, Set of 7
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
These stackable chairs were designed by French modernist architect Robert Mallet-Stevens (1886-1945). They were fabricated in France in 1928 by Ecart. Made in Italy by Pallucco, c. 1...
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1980s French Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Noche Whale Dining Chair by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
Noche Whale Dining Chair by SNOC Dimensions: W 61 x D 58 x H 78 cm. Materials: Teak Wood. The Whale-ash Collection features an elegant and robust design style inspired by the form...
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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Sieni Chair by Made By Choice
Located in Geneve, CH
Sieni chair by Made By Choice with Michael Yarinsky Dimensions: 40 x 40 x 65 cm Materials: Solid oak, birch plywood Also available: Natural oak / painted black Sieni, meanin...
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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Birch, Oak, Plywood

Vintage leather dining chairs by Durlet, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 postmodern dining chairs by Durlet feauturing an elegant high quality leather and wooden frame and a black leather upholstery. Outstanding design and quality. They resembl...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Set of postmodern high-back Italian dining chairs, 1980s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This rare set of five Italian high-back dining chairs from the 1980s is crafted from solid beech wood. The simple, clean lines are paired with rounded edges, giving them a soft and a...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

1970 Yellow Vinyl Dining Chairs, a Set of 4
Located in Staten Island, NY
1970s yellow Vinyl dining chairs set of 4. From a 1972 home where everything is well maintained by the original owner.
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1970s North American Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Alejandro Estrada Bamboo Dining Chairs for Piegatto, 2006
By Piegatto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bamboo dining chairs by Estrada Plywood contour or "S-chair". A tribute of the Guatemalan designer Alejandro Estrada to the iconic Gerrit Rietveld "Z...
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Early 2000s Guatemalan Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Bamboo, Plywood

Dinner Chair by Nick Sugihara
Located in Geneve, CH
Dinner Chair by Nick Sugihara Dimensions: D 40.64 x W 40.64 x H 80 cm. Materials: Oiled cherry. Available in cherry, oak, ash, mahogany, and walnut. Please contact us. An elegant a...
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2010s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cherry

Gesture Chair White Oiled Oak by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Gesture Chair White Oiled Oak by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D56 x W53 x H 80 cm Material: Teak or white oiled solid oak, Black lacquered solid beech, Solid wood base, Veneer seat and ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood, Beech, Oak, Teak

Post-Modern Danish Armchairs, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodernism; Denmark; 1980s; Dining Chairs; Armchairs; Mid-Century Modern; Modernist Design; Italian Design; Danish Design; Post-modern dining chairs, a perfect blend of eleganc...
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1980s Danish Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Post-Modern Danish Armchairs, 1980s
Post-Modern Danish Armchairs, 1980s
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Four 1980s Postmodern High Back Parsons Chairs
Located in Harlingen, TX
A late 20th century set of four postmodern style Parsons dining side chairs. Featuring a high back and curved scroll top with button detail. Fully upholstered in heavy woven jacquard flamestitch fabric...
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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Noble Chair White Oiled Oak by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble chair teak oiled oak by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D 55 x W 47 x H 85 cm Material: White oiled solid oak Weight: 7.5 kg Also available in different colours and finishes. An...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Set of 4 ‘Zeta’ Postmodern Dining Chairs by Harvink, Netherlands, 1980s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 4 ‘Zeta’ Postmodern Dining Chairs by Harvink, Netherlands, 1980s – Colorful Steel & Plywood Design Icons Description: A bold and sculptural set of four ‘Zeta’ chairs designed...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Noble Chair Black Lacquered Beech Black by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble chair Black Lacquered Beech Black by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D55 x W47 x H 85 cm Material: Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat and back, Textile or leather upholstery. ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Mocca September Dining Chair by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Mocca September Dining Chair by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 54 x W 48 x H 80 cm Materials: Leather, Black Powder Coated Steel Also Available: Different colors available, OX DENMARQ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Cognac Stretch Chair by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Cognac Stretch chair by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 55 x W 47 x H 85 cm Materials: Leather, Black Powder Coated Steel Also Available: Different colors available. OX DENMARQ is a Da...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Galore Seater Module Center Forest Green by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Galore Seater Module Center Forest Green by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D76 x W80 x H 76 cm Material: Textile upholstery, Powder coated black steel legs, Wooden frame, foam, spring sys...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Gesture Chair Vidar Teak Oiled Oak Yellow by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Gesture chair vidar teak oiled oak yellow by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D56 x W53 x H 80 cm Material: Teak or white oiled solid oak, Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat and back,...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Teak

Urithi 4 Leg Dining Chair by Albert Potgieter Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Urithi 4 leg dining chair by Albert Potgieter Designs Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 80 cm. SH: 45 cm. Materials: Exotic wood. The Urithi - meaning Heritage. The 4 leg version of t...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

DIA Chrome and Pink Channel Back Dining Chairs, Design Institute America 1980
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of four sculptural post modern dining chairs by DIA, Design Institute America. Sculptural channeled backs and seats feature original pink Ultrasuede upholstery and chrome flat ba...
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1980s Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Ultrasuede

Set of 4 post modern dining chairs by Belgochrom, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of four elegant dining room chairs manufactured by Belgochrom. Nicely designed metal frames with elegant legs. They come in their original skai upholstery with brushed steel fra...
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1980s Belgian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Qoticher Chair by Ángel Mombiedro
Located in Geneve, CH
Qoticher chair by Ángel Mombiedro Cm: Ø44 x 48 seat 80 back cm Inches: Ø17 x 19 seat 32 back in Any RAL metallic structure with synthetic velvet sea...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Human Chair N1 by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
Located in Geneve, CH
Human chair N1 by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Dimensions: D 50 x W 57 x H 114 cm. Materials: Leg in solid beech seating in MDF with metal structure insid...
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2010s French Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Postmodern Memphis Style Chair with Red Faux Leather Upholstery, 1980s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
A unique vintage postmodern Memphis Milano style dining or accent chair, made from metal, with a red faux leather reupholstered seat. Overall in very good vintage condition with exp...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of 6 Postmodern Cane Back Dining Chairs by American of Martinsville
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of six postmodern dining chairs by American of Martinsville feature hardwood construction, original burl wood finish, vintage cream colored upholstery, caned seat backs with...
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1970s American Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Burl

Set of 8 Post Modern Suede Dining Chairs After Eero Saarinen
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of eight sleek Post Modern suede and lacquered oak dining chairs in the manner of Eero Saarinen. The curved back of the chair slopes down around the side creating a wonderfully c...
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1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Suede, Wood, Lacquer

Noble Chair Teak Oiled Oak Pale Rose by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble Chair Teak Oiled Oak Pale Rose by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D55 x W47 x H 85 cm Material: Teak oiled solid oak, Veneer seat and back, Textile upholstery. Weight: 7.5 kg Also ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Teak

Gesture Chair White Oiled Oak Cantaloupe by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Gesture Chair White Oiled Oak Cantaloupe by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D56 x W53 x H 80 cm Material: Teak or white oiled solid oak, Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat and back, ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Oak

Ribbons Salmon Armchair by Mowee
Located in Geneve, CH
Ribbons salmon armchair by Mowee. Dimensions: D83 x W91 x H81 cm (Seat Height 42 cm). Material: Aluminium, upholstery. Weight: 20 kg Also Available in different colours and finis...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Prismania Chair Signed by Elise Luttik
Located in Geneve, CH
Prismania chair signed by Elise Luttik Dimensions: D 48.5 x W 70 x H 79 cm Materials: Polycarbonate transparent shell with a prismatic polyester film, ste...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

H Chair by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
H chair by Dovain Studio. Dimensions: H 98 x W 54 x D 54 x SH 49 cm. Materials: Velvet, Wood. Dovain Studio Creative direction by Sergio Prieto, a Spanis...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Noble Chair Teak Oiled Oak Terracotta by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble chair teak oiled oak terracotta by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D 55 x W 47 x H 85 cm Material: Teak oiled solid oak, Veneer seat and back, Textile upholstery. Weight: 7.5 kg Al...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Teak

Urithi Dining Chair by Albert Potgieter Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Urithi dining chair by Albert Potgieter Designs Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 80 cm. SH: 45 cm. Materials: Mahogany. The Urithi - meaning Heritage. This Dining Chair was designed ...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Penca Bar Chair by Francisco Torres
Located in Geneve, CH
Penca Bar Chair by Francisco Torres Dimensions: D 45 x W 38 x H 91 cm Materials: Steel. Outdoor suitable. The concept of the Penca family, designed by Francisco Torres and Rosa Hanh...
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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Noble Chair Black Lacquered Beech Hunter Green by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble chair black lacquered beech hunter green by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D55 x W47 x H 85 cm Material: Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat and back, Textile or leather uphols...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Post modern dining chairs by Belgochrom, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of six elegant dining room chairs manufactured by Belgochrom. Nicely designed metal frames with elegant legs. Blue suede upholstery. Attributed to Philippe Starck Belgochrom u...
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1980s Belgian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Gesture Chair Vidar Teak Oiled Oak Denim Blue by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Gesture chair Vidar Teak Oiled Oak Denim blue by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D56 x W53 x H 80 cm Material: Teak or white oiled solid oak, Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat and b...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Teak

Gerard Dining Chair by Thai Hua
Located in Geneve, CH
Gerard dining chair by Thai Hua Dimensions: D 48 x W 50 x H 78 cm Materials: oak wood, leather. Dining chair made of natural white oak and leather. Thai Hua is an Industrial design...
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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Orange Chair Mosaic Smoked Oak, Spicy Brown, Camel by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
The orange chair mosaic smoked oak spicy brown camel by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D64 x W71 x H 78 cm Material: Smoked solid oak base, Veneer seat and back, Textile or leather uphols...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Oak

4 Unique Italian Artist Made Chairs, Campana Brothers
Located in New York, NY
4 Individual Handmade Artist Chairs in the style of the Compana Brothers. The chairs are each uniquely composed of wood and flexibly fastened allowing movement of the individual elements to function as movable sculptures and as functional seating. Individual parts are also uniquely painted adding to the wonder and mystery of. the chairs. The 4 pieces can function as dining, desk, vanity or side chairs and are Priced and Sold as Individual pieces. Dimensions: H 36 x W 20 x D 20.25 Additional References: Mid-Century Modern, Memphis. Ettore Sottsass, Alessandro Mendini, Studio Most, Marzo Cecchi, Studio Furniture, Art Furniture, George Nakashima, Wharton Esherick, Isamu Noguchi, Art et Industrie, Terrence Main, Frosty Myers, Richard Snyder...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Hardwood, Paint

Suite of Six Bicast Leather Contemporary Dining Chairs with Custom Made Covers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this suite of six bicast leather dining chairs with custom made fabric covers These a good functional set of chairs, they are comfortable and very contemporary...
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20th Century English Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather

Arco Chair by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Arco Chair by Dovain Studio Dimensions: H 85 x W 60 x D 55 x SH 49 cm Materials: Velvet, Wood, Brass detail Dovain Studio Creative direction by Sergio Prieto, a Spanish artist-...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Ribbons Navy Puff by Mowee
Located in Geneve, CH
Ribbons Navy Puff by MOWEE Dimensions: D50 x W50 x H42 cm. Material: Aluminum and upholstery. Weight: 9.3 kg Also available in different colors and finishes. An unmistakable ...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Noble Chair White Oiled Oak Light Cyan by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Noble Chair White Oiled Oak Light Cyan by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D55 x W47 x H 85 cm Material: White oiled solid oak, Veneer seat and back, Textile upholstery. Weight: 7.5 kg Al...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Black September Dining Chair by Ox Denmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Black September Dining Chair by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 54 x W 48 x H 80 cm Materials: Leather, Black Powder Coated Steel Also Available: Different colors available, OX DENMARQ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Gesture Chair Vidar Teak Oiled Oak Sunset Orange by Warm Nordic
Located in Geneve, CH
Gesture chair vidar teak oiled oak sunset orange by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D 56 x W 53 x H 80 cm Material: Teak or white oiled solid oak, Black lacquered solid beech, Veneer seat ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Beech, Oak, Teak

Set of 4 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Dining Chairs, 90s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining chairs. Sculptural and geometrically shaped. Produced by Thonet Vienna in 1996. Qual...
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1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of 5 Postmodern Dining Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of 5 post modern dining chairs features unique high back design, black painted metal frames, vintage upholstery and tall metal legs. Di...
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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

“Quinta 605” Postmodern Armchairs by Mario Botta for Alias, Italy, Set of 6
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A bold expression of Italian postmodernism, this set of six “Quinta 605” armchairs was designed by renowned architect Mario Botta and produced by Alias around 1980. With their sculpt...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of Eight Italian Lacquered Wood and Leather Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 8 highback dining chairs with black lacquered wooden frames and leather seats and backrests. The back curves down and becomes the back leg. Beautiful design by Antonio Sibau...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Postmodern Brazilian Modern De Couro Black Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four Brazilian Postmodern black hand stitched leather dining chairs by De Couro, 1980s. These rare chairs share similar qualities to the Mario Bellini CAB chairs for Cassina.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Sculptural Chairs by Max Papiri for Mario Sabot, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Black lacquered chairs with deep red-edged detailing by Max Papiri - functional art and collectible design. Originally designed on request for the private residence of Mario Sabot, t...
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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

1980’s Tracy Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 1980’s set of six postmodern Tracy Dining Side Chairs, made by Chintaly Imports. Angular backs and trapezoid seats in teal are attached to chrome frames with tapered legs. Styled a...
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1980s Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of four 1980s "Costes" dining-chairs designed by Philippe Starck and made in Italy by Driade. The feature cherry barrel plywood shells with black...
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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Post-modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-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, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-Modern dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Spain 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 SIMONINI, LapiegaWD, Knoll, and ATRA. 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 $267 and tops out at $71,588 while the average work can sell for $2,539.

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