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Office Chairs and Desk Chairs For Sale
Antique English Solid Mahogany and Leather Desk Chair, Circa 1820.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Solid Mahogany and Leather Desk Chair, Circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Mahogany, Leather

Poltrone MIM "Parioli 8105" di Ennio Fazioli
Located in Conversano, IT
Stupenda coppia di poltrone da ufficio "Parioli" versione Modello 8105 disegnate da Ennio Fazoli nel 1960 e prodotte negli anni 70 dalla nota Azienda Italiana MIM Mobili Italiani Moderni. La poltrone da ufficio Parioli, sono composte da una struttura portante con scocche in compensato curvato di palissandro ad alta resistenza meccanica su cui sono fissate le imbottiture di gommapiuma stampata, il rivestimento è di tessuto originale in ottime condizioni, ha una base di alluminio pressofuso girevole, mentre il comfort è assicurato da due punti di snodo, uno tra base e sedile, e uno tra sedile e schienale. Le caratteristiche significative erano individuate nella solidità, agilità, elasticità e leggerezza. Ottime condizioni generali, solo qualche piccolo segno del tempo come da fotografie. Spesso queste poltrone vengono erroneamente attribuite a Ico e Luisa Parisi sia da mercanti, che da case d'asta. Fonte Archivio Fazoli Nome del Prodotto: Poltrone MIM "Parioli 8105" di Ennio Fazioli Designer: Ennio Fazoli Anno di Progettazione: 1960 Stile: Moderno Materiali Principali: Compensato curvato di palissandro, gommapiuma stampata, tessuto Design Distintivo: Struttura portante in palissandro con imbottiture di gommapiuma stampata, base girevole in alluminio pressofuso Dimensioni: 69x70xH90cm Comfort: Due punti di snodo per assicurare comfort ottimale Utilizzo Tipico: Poltrone per ufficio Versatilità: Adatte per varie impostazioni di ufficio Stato Attuale del Design: Ottime condizioni generali, con lievi segni del tempo Note Aggiuntive: Spesso erroneamente attribuite a Ico e Luisa Parisi. Fonte: Archivio Fazoli Era l'ottobre del 1958 quando il ventottenne Ennio Fazioli apre in largo dei Lombardi a Roma il primo showroom della nuova azienda, la MIM, e può finalmente dimenticare i mobili realizzati fino ad allora dalla Industria Mobili Fazioli; la vecchia produzione viene drasticamente abbandonata e ci si lancia in una totalmente nuova, quei mobili, cioè, che si cominciava allora a chiamare di design, termine ancora sconosciuto ai più, tanto che veniva pronunciato come era scritto. L'elegante allestimento del negozio è progettato da Ico Parisi che firma anche la nuova collezione. In quel periodo «Domus» introduce in Italia il mobile scandinavo di cui venivano esaltate le virtù: la semplicità, la praticità, l'onestà. Gli italiani assimilano quel linguaggio che ha il merito di svecchiarne il gusto. È un modo "nuovo" di fare mobili, che poi è un modo nuovo di abitare in una casa nuova: moderna, comoda e razionale. Lo stesso Fazioli è affascinato da questa novità ma non ne è convito appieno, si rende conto che quel tipo di approccio pur moderno e all'avanguardia, così com'è è adatto ai climi e alle società dei paesi da cui viene, Svezia, Finlandia e Danimarca, nelle nostre case e alle nostre latitudini non sembra adatto. A questo punto l'attenzione di Fazioli si rivolge al Nord e va direttamente da Ponti...
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1960s Italian Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Kingwood

Manna Lunana desk chair
Located in Pretoria, ZA
Created for the modern design enthusiast with a distinguished taste in class and style, this product combines elegant forms and timeless functionality, ensuring longevity. Designed ...
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2010s South African Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

1950's French Green metal easy chair in the manner of Jean Prouvé
Located in Nijlen, VAN
1950's French easy chair Very elgenat desk chair with a beautiful patina. This chair was bought on a market in france. the owner said he had it since the early 60s and has always use...
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1950s French Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Oak

Charles & Ray Eames EA219 Office Chair in Chrome and Aubergine leather, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA219 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaranteed with the ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Modus Swivel Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Modus Swivel Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1970s, Set of 2. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (fumigated crates or ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Up to (7) Mid-Century Brown Soft Pad Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic Eames for Herman Miller vintage soft pad chairs in dark brown leather. Adjustable tilt and height with manual lift. These authentic examples ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Eames Aluminium Group Chairs for Herman Miller 3 Available
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are up to 5 Aluminium Group Management chairs in black mesh designed by Eames for Herman Miller. These are the most comfortable of all Eames aluminum Group cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

1985 Eames Herman Miller EC175 Upholstered Fiberglass Shell Chair Museum Quality
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare and marvelous EC175-8 chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, produced by Herman Miller. This is one of the more unique and later Eames designs, buil...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Modernist Cantilever Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, Chromed Metal, Veneered Wood
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist cantilever chair H-128 designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by UP Závody, Brno. This item is restored on request and available in different amounts. Delivery...
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2010s Czech Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Mid Century bentwood armchair by Antonín Šuman for TON
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Rare bentwood desk chair designed by Czech architect Antonín Šuman and manufactured by Thonet successor company TON in former Czechoslovakia during...
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1690s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Beech, Plywood

Pair of Antique British Elbow Office Chairs circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Antique British Elbow desk chairs in solid Wood dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. This office chairs are beautifully proportioned, featuring a rounded fan-shaped backre...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Linen, Wood

Classic Leather Office Chair, Chateau Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic leather office chair in Chateau blue. This stately chair has a smooth leather interior and exterior and is accented with nailhead trim accents. It rests on a 5 prong base. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

10 Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 vintage Charles Pollock executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. Sold separately.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Modernist Office Armchair, Germany, Chromed Metal, Ca 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Vintage rotating modernist office chair. German work from the 1960s. Structure in chromed metal and painted black at the base and armrests and u...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
Located in Wilton, CT
We have been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Ward Bennett for Brickel and Associates Desk Conference Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Bumper desk chair by Ward Bennett for Brickel and Associates Ward Bennett for Brickel and Associates Task Chair Bronze 4-star swivel conference room chair in a green tweed fabric....
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg, Office Chair 356, Spear Bakelite Armrests
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
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1930s Dutch Industrial Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Lloyd Bar Stool with Leather or Shearling Cushion
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Lloyd Bar Stool by Crump and Kwash Solid wood construction / hand rubbed oil finish / metal rungs / leather wrapped back support / leather wrapped s...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Brass

Modern Light Gray Fabric Desk Chair with Walnut Base
Located in Mexico, MX
Helsinki collection. Helsinki desk chair: simple, elegant, comfortable. Available in oak and walnut base or in custom materials, may be upholstered with variety of fabrics and colors...
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2010s North American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

20th Century Vintage Light Green Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1970s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg, Office Chair 356, Bakelite Armrests
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Set of 6 Vintage Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six Danish vintage dining chairs in oak with the original green and beige striped fabric.  
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century High Back Aluminum Group Chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Ask for custom shipping quote For sale are these authentic Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group chairs in premium plush black leather with high-backs. An icon of Mid Century Moder...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

Antique Victorian Style Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A smart and extremely well made antique Victorian style leather swivel desk chair. This was made in England and dates from around the 1950’s. It is of superb quality, this is genero...
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1950s British Chesterfield Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117
Located in Chicago, IL
Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117 Swivel and adjustable seat height Reupholstered with Great Plains "Teddy" Warm Silver. Stamped underside FH Dimensions: 32 h × 26¾ w × 20...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Bespoke Traditional Beige Upholstered With Piping Office Chair
Located in London, GB
This traditional upholstered office chair with piping has an impressive design that would elevate any living space or bedroom. Its neutral colour palette means it would harmonise wel...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

One Vintage Midcentury Ward Bennett Brickel Executive Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Best known for his interiors, Mr. Bennett`s projects include residence in New York, London, Venice and Rome, as well as his own quarter, a Manhattan apartment atop the Dakota, a coun...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four Teak CH-29 Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and minimalistic set of four danish modern CH-29 Sawbuck dining chairs. Designed by Hans J. Wagner in 1951 for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Manufactured probably in ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Cognac Leather Office Chair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather office chair designed by the renowned Italian designer Guido Faleschini for I4 Mariani. This swivel desk chair, part of The Pace Collection, captures the essence of th...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

19th Century Louis XIII Style Carved Oak and Leather Armchair by Karpen
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or a study with this large antique king armchair. Hand carved by Karpen Furniture in Chicago, the important chair stands on turned leg...
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Late 19th Century American Louis XIII Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Vico Magistretti, Set of 4 "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Italian Modern, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 iconic "Carimate" armchairs in solid beech wood and straw. Designed by Italian designer Vico Magistretti, made at Cassina in 1970s. This model was designed for "Carimate G...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Straw, Beech

Italian Mid-Century Design Medea Chair by Vittorio Nobili for Tagliabue Brothers
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian iconic mid century design single "Medea" chair. This fantastic chair is made of bent oak wood and black metal legs. Designed by Vittorio Nobili for the Tagliabue Brothers in 1955. First advertised in Domus issue 329 in April 1955, it has become an iconic and highly collectible piece of mid-century design. Perfect Conditions restored. This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Eames Style Soft Pad, Long Back Office Chair
Located in Alpha, NJ
Very good overall condition Eames Style office chair.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Black Leather, Matte Black Frame
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering the classic Pollock Executive Chair in its original black leather, black steel frame, and vintage 4-star base, in very good condition. Charles Pollock was a master of desig...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Midcentury Eames Aluminum Group Managment Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are a set of 6 Eames side chairs upholstered in gorgeous fabric. Elegance and comfort separates this iconic chair from the rest. The upholstery is in wonderful...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Leather Aluminum Group Task Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2010s. Leather seat with aluminum group base and caster. Note- piece is missing on bottom so when lifted the chair comes off base. Does not affect function.
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Late 19th-Early 20th C. Set of 14 French Leather Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant and fine set with two arm and twelve side chairs. Finely carved walnut Louis XV style with deep Saddle tome leather upholstery and nailhead trim. With floral scrolled crests and the seat rails with carved leafy scrolls, the legs ending in an elegant SnailsHead Foot. side chairs H. 37", W. 18", Depth 20 1/2", seat H. 20" Condition: some expected scratches to the leather but minor, a few stains on four seats, one with a tiny tear...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century Linen Wingchair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Elegant early 20th century English wing chair with mahogany frame and new linen upholstery.
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Early 20th Century British Country Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Linen, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

Herman Miller EA335 Soft Pad Office Chair by Charles Eames
Located in Aachen, NW
Very nice soft pad office chair model EA335 produced by Herman Miller. The chair features a polished aluminium frame and was made in the early 2000s. The chair is height adjustable...
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Early 2000s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Armadillo 1 Dark Brown High Back Swivel Office Armchair by Rainer Bachschmid
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by Rainer Bachshmid as part of the Armadillo series of executive office seating, this elegant swivel armchair has it all. Equipped with a 5-spoked, cast-aluminum base that c...
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2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Mid Century Set of Eight Henredon Leather Strap Dining Chairs for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From Henredon’s, “Acquisitions” line. Finely crafted in mahogany frames with dark brown woven leather backs and seat skirts. The cylindrical wood crest rails with extended ends. Rais...
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1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Set of Six Midcentury Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of six vintage modern "Oxford" chairs boast a convenient swivel base and an unusual backrest. A sleek design that functions as a dining chair, office chair, or a lo...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Midcentury Soft Pad Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller 'Two Available'
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these authentic Eames for Herman Miller vintage soft pad chair in white leather. Adjustable tilt and height with manual lift. This authentic vintage exampl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Set of Eight Woodland Dining Chairs in Holly Hunt Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A magnificent set with one armchair and seven side chairs. The set custom upholstered with Holly Hunt Leather seats and Ralph Lauren Padded Check fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

20th Century Vintage Blue Mini Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin, totally original and unique armchair. The armchair has undergone a thorough renovation: ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Riccardo Blumer Alias 301 Laleggera 50xStacking Maple Chairs with steel trolleys
Located in London, GB
42 x Ricardo Blumer for Alias 301 Laleggera model '301' lightweight stacking chairs, all priced individually. There are 5 x steel trolleys available se...
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Early 2000s European Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Birch

Lloyd Counter Stool with Leather or Shearling Cushion
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Lloyd Stool by Crump and Kwash Solid wood construction / hand rubbed oil finished / metal rungs / leather wrapped back support / leather wrapped seat cushion Dimensions : 23” W ...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Brass

Upholstered wood frame contemporary Eugenio Dining Chair by Luteca
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back is inspired by the Mexican midcentury chairs of Spanish designer ...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Walnut

Herman Miller Aeron Ergonomic Side Chairs, Black Tubular Metal Frames & Mesh
Located in Miami, FL
Herman Miller Aeron Ergonomic Side Chairs, Black Tubular Metal Frames & Mesh Offered for sale is a pair of Herman Miller "Aeron" ergonomic side ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Plexiglass Desk Chair with Suede Cushion by Apelbaum, France 1960s
By Apelbaum
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s French desk chair attributed to Apelbaum featuring a curved amber plexiglass frame with angular chrome arms. This chair has a handsome removable suede cushion with stitch det...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Plexiglass, Suede

Armchair Balu' Office, Metal Base Swivel and Upholstery in Velvet by Emilio Nan
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The deep, rounded seat encourages relaxation and conversation. The perfectly balanced volume of the body matches impeccably with the characteristic support frame, thus redefining the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Velvet

Set of Six Solid Golden Oak Bankers Armchairs, circa 1950
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of Six Bankers Open Oak Armchairs by Community for Jasper Seating Co. Inc. Featuring open, double cross braced, sturdy, solid Golden Oak frames, 27H Arm rests, Wide comfortable s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Oak

Vintage eames desk chairs EA108 for herman miller, 1970s - set of 2
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage eames swivel/desk chair ea108 in brown fabric upholstery on an aluminum base. Good condition Labelled 'Herman Miller' 1970s - USA Dimensions: Height: 85cm Width: 52cm De...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

De coene Freres, Art Deco Pivoting Armchair circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Decoene Freres, Art Deco pivoting armchair in walnut good general condition, original covering torn      
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Wooden + Leather Former Clerks Chair by G.H.K, circa 1930s
Located in Ely, GB
An Lovely Vintage Former Clerks Chair with Unusual Features, circa 1930s. The chair is structurally strong and in good vintage condition, with only minor scuffs and marks, in-keepin...
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1930s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique and Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.

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