Chrome Seating

A vintage pair of Klinte lounge chairs in chrome-plated tubular steel and black leather, designed by Tord Björklund for IKEA and produced in Sweden during the 1980s. The chairs featu...

Rare tandem shell seating designed by Charles & Ray Eames, USA 1974. This piece features three white fiberglass and light purple vinyl seats with Formica tables on each end sitting o...

Fabulous vintage white vinyl & chrome tube barstool by Thonet Model SS33 Bauhaus cantilever chair by Anton Lorenz. This piece is tagged Thonet but has been attributed to Anton Lorenz based upon archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, there is a stain on the seat vinyl that we have tried many things to remove to no avail. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1980’s but designed circa 1930’s. Did someone say Thonet?? Yes, we sure did!! This is a fabulous labeled Thonet cantilever barstool circa 1980’s. It is in the style of the model SS33 Bauhaus cantilever chair designed in the 1930’s for Thonet by famed designer Anton Lorenz. The chair design was later adapted to create this wonderful barstool! It is comprised of a chrome tube cantilever frame, black block stabilizers on the base, and white vinyl seats and back rests. A simple, stunning, and oh-so-comfortable design! It is the perfect stool for your kitchen, bar, or rec room whether you live in a Bauhaus or mid-century modern home, an industrial loft, or Art Deco style home. It’s a classic, sleek style that has stood the test of time!! If you’ve been searching for a barstool or just the right extra seating, this stool is exactly what you’ve been looking for! Thonet was founded by Michael Thonet. Michael was born in 1796 and was apprenticed by his father to a cabinetmaker. Shortly after he married, Michael opened his one-man cabinetmaking shop creating furniture and cabinetry in the traditional manner by carving the needed parts and then joining them together. In 1830 he began experimenting with bending wood into curved shapes and thus began a successful furniture company that has remained continually in operation for nearly 200 years. Thonet’s early work was very Biedermeier in style and not made for the common man. Gradually his designs became more Art Nouveau. In 1951 his chairs for the Crystal Palace at the London World’s Fair won a prize medal and by the late 1950s he began to make his first “consumer” chair. In 1875, a year before Michael’s death, Thonet’s five factories made 620,000 chairs. Then in 1876 after his death the company became Gebruder Thonet. But all was not roses. In 1869 the Thonet patents lapsed and by 1893 there were 52 bentwood companies in Europe. However, Thonet persevered. They branched out. They merged. They added designs by Le Corbusier and Breuer and alternative materials such as tubular chrome in place of bentwood to their offerings. Business boomed and waned through the years and there was even a Thonet revival, so to speak, beginning in the 1940s on into the mid-20th century. Till today, in the 21st century, Thonet is still a furniture company to be reckoned with almost 200 years later. Anton Lorenz was known as the man behind the Bauhaus’ “machined aesthetic.” He was born in Budapest in 1891, became a teacher, and later married an opera singer, and entered a lock manufacturing business. They relocated to Berlin in the early 1920’s. in Berlin he met architects Marcel Breuer and Kalman Lengyel who were both associated with Bauhaus in Dessau. Breuer became the first designer to construct furniture out of tubular steel, joined forces with Lengyel and found a manufacturing company and Anton Lorenz became manager. He was business savvy and obtained patents to establish a network of rights for new tubular steel furniture and would go on to do the same for Desta and Thonet who dominated the industry. In 1939 Lorenz emigrated to the United States where he established the design technology for the well-known recliner. He developed his own design in 1940 called the BarcaLounger and later partnered with Morris Futorian...

This set of four Skaala chairs was designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for the Finnish Avarte manufacture during the 1980s. Due to their modern and minimal look, they will easily find their place in the living room or office. The Skaala chair perfectly reflects Kukkapuro's love for ergonomic furniture. This innovative combination of aesthetics and functionality refers to idea from Bauhaus school. The frame is made of chrome-plated goldish metal. The seat and backrest are upholstered with high-quality gray fabric, and additional armrests are made of birch plywood. Yrjö Kukkapuro is a Finnish furniture designer. He is the important person of Finnish functionalism. He has mainly been working as a freelance designer since the 1950s, and most of the furniture he designed early in his career is still in production. "Does it make sense to design a chair that is not comfortable to sit on?" - this is one of Kukkapuro's favorite sayings, which perfectly reflects the designer's love of ergonomic furniture. His designs aim at a subtle balance between functionality and aesthetics - a perfect example of this is the Karuselli chair by Artek and other iconic designs such as the Saturnus table, the Skaala chair, the Remmi series, and the Ateljee armchair and sofa. In his career, Kukkapuro has received many national and international awards - incl. Lunning Prize in 1966, First Prize at the International Chair Design Competition in Italy in 1972 and the Kaj Franck Design Prize in 1995. His works are permanently present in museums around the world, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, MoMA in New York and Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany. Avarte was established as a continuation of the family company Haimi. In 1980, Haimi employees acquired the company for themselves and changed the company name to Avarte. Haimi was a Finnish furniture manufacturer founded in 1943 that was especially known as the producer of Yrjö Kukkapuro designs. Avarte continued to manufacture furniture until 2013, when the company ha been ceased. In addition to Yrjö Kukkapuro's designs, Avarte also produced furniture designed by Samula Naamanka, Mikko Paakkanen and Simo Heikkilä...

Metz & Co, set of five bar stools, cane, chrome-plated metal, The Netherlands, 1970s. Set of five modern bar stools manufactured by the well-known Dutch manufacturer of design furn...

Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular ca...

The 2-tiered octagonal Byzance pouf is made with an oak structure, high-density foam, and upholstered in a Tibetan-inspired fabric (LG,FB-38) with a base made of golden oak. Made in...

This 1970s chrome sling chair combines sleek, sturdy construction with a retro design. The chair features plush box cushions upholstered in light aqua leather. The chrome frame is so...

Cubic form, clear design, fine proportions, and flexing movement: The development of the perfected cantilever chairs S 33 and S 34, among the first of their kind,...

Beautiful stool by Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier for Cassina, Model LC9. Italy, 1960s. Leather and chrome plated steel, stamped on underside of frame. A mid-c...

A 1970’s Swedish chaise lounge that is equally comfortable and nice to look at. Original chenille upholstery in a neutral brown, in very good condition. Called the ‘Fenix’ lounge...

Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig, Italy, 1970s – Mid-Century Modern Icon in Chrome and Leather Rocking chair, rocking lounge, Mid-Century masterpiece, chrome-plated metal...

Pair of 60's chairs by designer William Katavolos for ICF Milano. Chrome-plated steel frame, black leather seats and back (original). Sober, elegant design for this pair of tripod ch...

This pair of sofas was designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec in the early 2000s for production exclusively by Vitra, one of the most recognized manufacturing and design powerhouses in...

Classic, LC2, three seat sofa designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret produced by Cassina, 1970s features black leather upholstery with a tubular chrome frame.

Pair of ‘Sphere’ Lounge Chairs by Boris Tabacoff for Mobilier Modulaire Moderne, 1971 Iconic pair of Sphere lounge chairs designed by Boris Tabacoff for Mobilier Modulaire Moderne i...

Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 two-seater sofa in chrome tube steel and black leather. Made in Italy by Cassina. Signed with serial number. The LC2 was designed in 1928 by Le Co...

Set of 4 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe leather and chrome MR10 chairs for Knoll International. The chairs are of a cognac leather color with tubular chrome frames. Some of the chairs reta...

The Brno Chair, created by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the famous Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic, captures the pioneering minimalism of its original setting. This chair, r...

An enduring icon of 20th-century design, the LC2 armchair was conceived in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand as part of their revolutionary vision for mo...

Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair Experience timeless Scandinavian design and luxurious comfort with this Ekornes Stressless Leather Swiv...

Original and signed "Plia" folding chairs in the gorgeous version with white metal structure and pink lucite. In perfect conditions, NOS (new old stock). This fantastic set was desig...

Rare set of six polished chrome and black saddle leather dining chairs attributed to CY Mann. According to the person that we purchased this from, they were originally purchased from...

Pair of Art Deco tubular chrome lounge chairs designed by K E M Weber for Lloyd Manufacturing Co., Classic streamline design. Extremel...

Oval Rocking Chair by Renato Zevi for Selig, Italy, 1970s – Mid-Century Modern Icon in Chrome and Alcantara Rocking chair, rocking lounge, Mid-Cent...

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...

Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design Dining Chair set of 4 by Dal Vera selected by Charlotte Perriand for 'Les Arcs'. Made in Ital...

Fabulous streamline modern cantilever chair comprised of chrome frame and tomato red vinyl faux leather upholstery attributed to KEM Weber for Lloyd’s Manufacturing. Beautiful condition with wear as you would expect with a vintage piece. This one looks like it was seldom used! Please see photos, Circa Mid Century. WOW!!!! What a gorgeous tomato red streamline modern cantilever chair!!!! Attributed to KEM Weber for Lloyd’s Manufacturing and categorized in many design styles; Art Deco, Machine Age, Streamline Modern, Art Moderne, and Bauhaus. Too many awesome styles to choose just one… So, you pick!! This chair is comprised of a tubular chrome cantilever frame and is upholstered in a bright and beautiful red vinyl faux leather that demands attention. This piece has no tag or markings but is done in the style of the era’s greats: Gilbert Rohde, Wolfgang Hoffman, Warren McArthur, Donald Desky, Alfons Bach, Gilbert Rhode, Marcel Breuer, and from online searches attributed to KEM Weber for Lloyd’s Manufacturing. It doesn’t get much better than that!! You could use this fabulous chair in your living room, bedroom, sitting room, or kitchen. It would be a wonderful chair at a vanity or a stylish place to sit to take off your shoes in the entry way. The possibilities are truly endless. KEM Weber (1889-1963) was a German-born architect and furniture designer. His birth name was Karl Emanuel Martin Weber but in 1914, he changed his first name to a less German sounding, 'Kem' when he became stranded in the USA after the outbreak of the First World War. Kem Architecture was part of the West Coast Modernist movement in America. His designs included many projects and products in Streamline Modern, a form of Art Deco design and architecture that was extremely popular in the USA and Europe in the 1930s. This style emphasized curved forms and long horizontal lines; it was the epitome of sophistication and modernity in that era. Streamline Modern was used for everything from stainless steel cocktail shakers...

Leather reclining swivel lounge chair with ottoman by Tetrad, England, circa 1970. Very good vintage condition consistent with age. No rips or tears. Tilt and swivel mechanism fully ...

This phenomenal chair was designed in 1968 by Carlos Ojinaga, a prominent Spanish interior designer at the time. It was produced under his own brand, Ojidecco, and later produced und...

The Fauteuil à dossier basculant (LC1), designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand, represents the perfect union of architectural clarity and human co...

Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International. Made of chromed steel and coffee brown leather. Fully restored in Italy. The ...

An adjustable chrome metal and beige mohair desk chair designed and produced in the US, 1930s.  Seat Height (inches): 21.5” Arm Height (inches): 28...

Charlotte Perriand style bar stool with low rounded rattan seat back and chrome tubular frame. In original condition with visible wear consistent with age and use. Overall height is ...

Iconic Art Deco, Machine Age lounge chair designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company circa 1930's. The chair features a sexy tubular chrome frame with large upholstered ...

Introducing a set of three minimalist mid-century counter stools designed to add a touch of elegance to any kitchen or bar area. Each stool features sleek chrome legs that provide bo...

Stunning "Pluff" folding stool chair in chrome with a white colored polyurethane seat. The super rare and iconic "Pluff" was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli and p...

1970s Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman style set of six chrome armchairs newly professionally reupholstered in super soft ivory white bouclé and attributed to Design Institute of Ame...

Awesome set of eight vintage chrome “Thin Line” dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. The 1188 chair by Milo Baughman is touted as being his favorit...

“Shrimp” Easy Chair by Jehs + Laub for COR Sitzmøbel, 2011. A white enameled formed wood swivel chair made in Germany with olive colored upholstered fabric attached cushions mounted ...

A very well crafted heavy sculptural flat bar chrome bench upholstered in luxurious chocolate brown leather. Designed in the manner of Leon Pace and the Pace collection, perfect for ...

1970's Maison Jansen attributed silverplated legs ottomans newly re-upholstered in Donghia Castanets velvet fabric, in vintage condition with some wear and patina to the legs, fully ...

Chic pair of cantilevered lounge chairs, designed by Antonio Citterio, for Vitra. These chairs were produced in the early 21st century, with obvious reference to the earlier work of ...

The Plia folding chair is an inventive and beautiful design by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967, Italy. This icon is included in every standard publication on 20th century (fur...

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman attributed Chrome Barrel Back Club Lounge Ch...

The design of the Pollock Executive Chair originated in the 1960s and features what the designer described as “Rim Technology” - the use of a single aluminum band around the chair’s...

George Nelson Marshmallow sofa, model 5670 Manufactured by Herman Miller A great example of an iconic form.

Rare set of 4 "Jamaica" wooden bar stools designed by Pepe Cortés and made by BD Barcelona. The ergonomic seat in the shape of a saddle is made of solid lacquered beech and is swivel...

Very nice looking and strong Pair of very sturdy Marcel Breuer Italian Chrome and Birds eye woven cane seats and backs. These also Feature the built-in footrests. Very nice looking...

Fully and expertly restored pair of Coconut Chairs and single Ottoman designed by the George Nelson office in 1956 for Herman Miller. These are the never reproduced second generatio...

A timeless and elegant Mid-Century Modern chaise lounge or recliner designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina. Marked on the frame ( signature and...

Set of 5 1980's vintage, Charles Pollock black executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. S...

A ‘Les Arcs’ chair attributed to French architect Charlotte Perriand. Designed in the 1970s, it features a tubular black metal frame with a stitched cognac leather seat and back, whi...

Stylish set of six dining or conference chairs in polished chrome with vinyl seats and backs. Designed in the style of a directors chair, they offer comfort and simple elegance. Plea...

The Ginotta Arm Chair, designed by Enrico Franzolini for Crassevig in 1989. This piece was manufactured in Italy and imported to the USA for distribution by Knoll. Sculptural design ...

Ten vintage Mies Van Der Rohe dining chairs circa 1982. Original grey mohair fabric. Flat bar chrome frames in great condition. 23" x 23" deep x 31" tall. The foam has hardened and c...

Stunning early edition LC2 three seater sofa, a true design classic by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand originally designed in 1928. The modern sofa is composed...

Set of 6 dining chairs designed by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias ​​(Italy) in the 1980s. The Alias ​​story began in 1979 with the Spaghetti Chair by Giandomenico Belotti, one of Ali...

High Back Falcon lounge chair by Sigurd Ressell. Made by Vatne, Mobler, Norway. 1970’s Steel frame with suspended canvas and black leather cushion. Chair Unmarked.

A W. Schillig "Daily Dreams" model 47001 chaise lounge chair. This is a wonderful contemporary modern lounge chair with design elements heavily inspired by Mies Van Der Rohe. This ch...