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Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Caramel Leather - 1st Generation Model 675
Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Caramel Leather - 1st Generation Model 675

Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Caramel Leather - 1st Generation Model 675

Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Caramel Leather - 1st Generation Model 675

By Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Decatur, GA

Time Life Lobby Chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1960. Rare 1st Gen fully restored in brand new Edelman All Grain "Butter" leather. Swivels with a fixed pitch/...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s
Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

Pair of French Lounge Chairs Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A pair of French vintage lounge chairs attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, dating to the 1970s. Upholstered in camel leather with button-tufted velvet cushions in a soft neutr...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

1980s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair in Leather and Chrome
1980s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair in Leather and Chrome

1980s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair in Leather and Chrome

1980s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair in Leather and Chrome

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Iconic desk or office chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Extremely comfortable with soft black leather. Chair sits above a four star base, with chrome and black plastic acc...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Ennio Fazioli for MIM Roma Swivel Desk Armchair in Black Leather
Ennio Fazioli for MIM Roma Swivel Desk Armchair in Black Leather

Ennio Fazioli for MIM Roma Swivel Desk Armchair in Black Leather

Ennio Fazioli for MIM Roma Swivel Desk Armchair in Black Leather

By MIM Roma, Ennio Fazioli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ennio Fazioli for Mim Roma, swivel office chair, leather, mahogany plywood, lacquered aluminum, plastic, Italy, 1960s In the early 1960s, MIM Roma saw a rise in the production of of...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Danish Swivel Architects Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Swivel Architects Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Swivel Architects Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1960s

Mid-Century Danish Swivel Architects Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1960s

By Jørgen Rasmussen

Located in Hamburg, DE

The classic architect's chair by Kevi (Fritz Hansen) in a special color. The special thing about this chair is its simplicity. No upholstery, no endless adjustment options. A solid ...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, pair of 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, recent production The original version of t...

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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Model EA108 Office Chairs, 22 Pieces, Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, Early 2000s
Model EA108 Office Chairs, 22 Pieces, Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, Early 2000s

Model EA108 Office Chairs, 22 Pieces, Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, Early 2000s

Model EA108 Office Chairs, 22 Pieces, Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, Early 2000s

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model EA108 office chair with five-pointed-leg (22 pieces, sold separately), design Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Vitra, Early 2000s. Metal frame, mesh fabric upholstery. ...

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Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni Desk Chair 'Orix' in Red Leatherette
Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni Desk Chair 'Orix' in Red Leatherette

Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni Desk Chair 'Orix' in Red Leatherette

Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni Desk Chair 'Orix' in Red Leatherette

By Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina, Molteni & C

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni, desk chair model 'Orix', leatherette, chrome-plated metal, Italy, circa. 1970. This chair by Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina is part of the...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Eames Executive Chair Time-Life Lobby Chair Herman Miller Mid Century
Eames Executive Chair Time-Life Lobby Chair Herman Miller Mid Century

Eames Executive Chair Time-Life Lobby Chair Herman Miller Mid Century

Eames Executive Chair Time-Life Lobby Chair Herman Miller Mid Century

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, the iconic Eames Executive Chair, also widely known as the Time-Life Lobby Chair. It was designed in 1960 by the famous husband-and-wife design team, Charles ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Bordeaux Leather by Herman Miller
Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Bordeaux Leather by Herman Miller

Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Bordeaux Leather by Herman Miller

Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Bordeaux Leather by Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

The Eames Executive Chair, or the Time Life Chair as we much prefer to call it, has always been our favorite Eames design. Originally created for the Time & Life Building in 1960, th...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Surprising office chair from the 1970s solid wood and leather a real UFO !
Surprising office chair from the 1970s solid wood and leather a real UFO !

Surprising office chair from the 1970s solid wood and leather a real UFO !

Surprising office chair from the 1970s solid wood and leather a real UFO !

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

1970s office chair in solid pine and leather. No information available on this “UFO” (Unidentified Furniture Object 😉), possibly a prototype or an unique model ? The base is in soli...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood, Pine

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965
Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

By Knoll, Charles Pollock, Charles Cecil Pollock

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965 Iconic executive chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll International, model 1258. A hallmark of...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Mid Century Commercial Stackable Side Dining Chairs by American Seating Company
Mid Century Commercial Stackable Side Dining Chairs by American Seating Company

Mid Century Commercial Stackable Side Dining Chairs by American Seating Company

Mid Century Commercial Stackable Side Dining Chairs by American Seating Company

By American Seating

Located in New York, NY

11 molded plastic and squared chrome stackable dining chairs, by the American Seating Company, circa 1950/60's. All 11 are structurally sound and sturdy, some show rust or pitting t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

20th Century Vintage Black Leather Swivel Armchair, 1960s
20th Century Vintage Black Leather Swivel Armchair, 1960s

20th Century Vintage Black Leather Swivel Armchair, 1960s

20th Century Vintage Black Leather Swivel Armchair, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Swivel armchair from the 1960s, 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

'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

By Herman Miller, Ray Eames, Charles Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic of modernist comfort, this brown leather swivel desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally introduced in 1969. ...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Walnut & Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet
Mid Century Modern Walnut & Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet

Mid Century Modern Walnut & Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet

Mid Century Modern Walnut & Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Lafayette, IN

As seen on the Apple TV limited series "Lessons in Chemistry" These actual chairs were featured in several pivotal scenes in the conference room at Hastings L...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair
Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair

Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair

Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair

By Steelcase

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair. Measures 24" in width, 24" in depth and 36" in height. Seat height is 19" and armheight 27.5". Seat interior width i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller, 1981 USA
Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller, 1981 USA

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller, 1981 USA

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather by Herman Miller, 1981 USA

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic Eames Time Life Chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Stamped JUN 1, 1981 on frame. Black leather is in good condition with wear as shown. Original 4 star base. Extremely...

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1980s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Leather Executive Office Chair DS 35 De Sede
Mid Century Leather Executive Office Chair DS 35 De Sede

Mid Century Leather Executive Office Chair DS 35 De Sede

Mid Century Leather Executive Office Chair DS 35 De Sede

By De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century leather executive office chair DS 35 - De Sede. Very heavy and very comfortable leather office chair. Height is adjustable and tilts back has aluminum base with casters. ...

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1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Soft Pad Management Chair by Herman Miller, Black Leather
Eames Soft Pad Management Chair by Herman Miller, Black Leather

Eames Soft Pad Management Chair by Herman Miller, Black Leather

Eames Soft Pad Management Chair by Herman Miller, Black Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A descendant of the Aluminum Group, this Soft Pad Management Chair was designed in 1969 and is cushier than its counterparts. This one, created in 2001, is upholstered in black leath...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Italian Contemporary Creamy White Fabric, Brass and Bamboo Style Wood Stool
Italian Contemporary Creamy White Fabric, Brass and Bamboo Style Wood Stool

Italian Contemporary Creamy White Fabric, Brass and Bamboo Style Wood Stool

Italian Contemporary Creamy White Fabric, Brass and Bamboo Style Wood Stool

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Beautiful stool upholstered with creamy white fabric, designed and handcrafted by us with structure in solid wood, with brass trimmings. The legs represent a false bamboo. It is an o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange. This leather executive desk chair has swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in working condition...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Commander Chair by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970
Commander Chair by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970

Commander Chair by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970

Commander Chair by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1970

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Lisboa, PT

An executive swivel armchair by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier, with a tan leather seat set in a moulded shell and raised on a polished aluminium castor base.

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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum Alloy

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN President DESK CHAIR by RAPHAEL RAFFEL France 1960-1970
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN President DESK CHAIR by RAPHAEL RAFFEL France 1960-1970

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN President DESK CHAIR by RAPHAEL RAFFEL France 1960-1970

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN President DESK CHAIR by RAPHAEL RAFFEL France 1960-1970

By Raphael Raffel, Apelbaum

Located in PARIS, FR

An exceptional "President" armchair, Free Form, Mid-Century-Modern, Sixties, impressive structure in matte patinated steel, generous and comfortable seat with high back and armrests ...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black on Black Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed
Black on Black Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

Black on Black Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

Black on Black Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic of modernist comfort, these rare color way (black on black) swivel desk chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Pollock Chair in Ocre Leather, Steel Frame
Knoll Pollock Chair in Ocre Leather, Steel Frame

Knoll Pollock Chair in Ocre Leather, Steel Frame

Knoll Pollock Chair in Ocre Leather, Steel Frame

By Charles Pollock

Located in Wilton, CT

Charles Pollock was a master of design who's work was supported by Florence Knoll and her company, Knoll. Pollock's understanding of design was that every object has an edge and ever...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

Fabricius and Kastholm Tarmac High Back Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964
Fabricius and Kastholm Tarmac High Back Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964

Fabricius and Kastholm Tarmac High Back Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964

Fabricius and Kastholm Tarmac High Back Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964

By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Kill International

Located in Vienna, AT

Fabricius and Kastholm tarmac High Back Bird Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964- Original midcentury leather desk chair (seat height 19") designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kast...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company
Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company

Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company

Swivel Tilt Office Desk Chair by the Good Form General Fireproofing Company

By General Fireproofing Company, GoodForm

Located in New York, NY

Architectural design, commercial quality swivel, tilt desk, office chair by Good Form, General Fireproofing. This example has a four leg aluminum base, with vinyl upholstered seat an...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Gispen Model 356 PQ Rolling Office Chair by Willem H. Gispen
Gispen Model 356 PQ Rolling Office Chair by Willem H. Gispen

Gispen Model 356 PQ Rolling Office Chair by Willem H. Gispen

Gispen Model 356 PQ Rolling Office Chair by Willem H. Gispen

By Gispen, Chris Hoffmann

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century Model 356 PQ rolling office chair designed by Willem H. Gispen for Gispen Culemborg. The seat and back are upholstered in cream corduroy fabric, supported by a tubu...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Vincent Cafiero Desk Chair, USA 1950's
Vincent Cafiero Desk Chair, USA 1950's

Vincent Cafiero Desk Chair, USA 1950's

Vincent Cafiero Desk Chair, USA 1950's

By Vincent Cafiero

Located in New York, NY

Vincent Cafiero for Knoll. Desk chair in original tufted leather with original early labels. 26x25x33. Seat height 18, Seat 19.5x18.5, Arm 26

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown
Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown

Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown

Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll leather executive chair redone in medium brown color. This executive desk chair has a swivel base with adjustable height. Swivel base with all wheel...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back
Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully striking, contemporary dining chair with elegant scissor legs and floating back, inspired by the midcentury chairs of Spanish designer Eugenio Escudero from the the 195...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Ash

'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

'Aluminum Group' Swivel Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed

By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This classic and stylish 'Aluminum Group' executive desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Signed underneath seat with Herman Miller labels and date stamp to frame. I...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs
Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs

Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs

Compatible Set Two Mid Century Ward Bennett For Brickel Assoc. Caned Desk Chairs

By Ward Bennett

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The two classic 1970's Brickel Associates desk chairs with exposed wood barrel back frames in different tones with complementary tone caned sides and backs. The lighter chair labeled...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Pair of 20th Century Vintage Orange Ochra Velvet Swivel Armchairs, 1960s
Pair of 20th Century Vintage Orange Ochra Velvet Swivel Armchairs, 1960s

Pair of 20th Century Vintage Orange Ochra Velvet Swivel Armchairs, 1960s

Pair of 20th Century Vintage Orange Ochra Velvet Swivel Armchairs, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Pair of swivel armchairs from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Very comfortable, perfect as a desk chairs. Due to ...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Set of Four Tufted Leather Armchairs by B.L. Marble
Set of Four Tufted Leather Armchairs by B.L. Marble

Set of Four Tufted Leather Armchairs by B.L. Marble

Set of Four Tufted Leather Armchairs by B.L. Marble

By B.L. Marble Chair Co.

Located in New York, NY

Chic suite if four tufted leather tub chairs. y noted furniture maker B. L. Marble. The chairs have a leather bucket type seat, which is supported by a solid wood base, and legs, on ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

1970s Model 'EA-416' Soft Pad Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed
1970s Model 'EA-416' Soft Pad Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

1970s Model 'EA-416' Soft Pad Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

1970s Model 'EA-416' Soft Pad Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed

By Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic of modernist comfort, this vintage "early production year" model EA-416 swivel lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Eames Time Life Executive Chair by Herman Miller in Brown Leather & Brown Frame
Eames Time Life Executive Chair by Herman Miller in Brown Leather & Brown Frame

Eames Time Life Executive Chair by Herman Miller in Brown Leather & Brown Frame

Eames Time Life Executive Chair by Herman Miller in Brown Leather & Brown Frame

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

The Eames Executive Chair, or the Time Life Chair as we much prefer to call it, has always been our favorite Eames design. Originally created for the Time & Life Building in 1960, th...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955
"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in London, GB

Authentic 'Office Chair' from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (Ref. PJ-SI-28-B). In excellent condition - joints have been restored and cane work replaced. Pierre Jeanneret (22 March 1896 - 4 December 1967) was a Swiss architect who collaborated with his cousin, Le Corbusier, designing furniture for Le Corbusier's vast modernist complex at Chandigarh. Jeanneret remained for over 15 years as the project’s chief architect and the city remains a masterpiece of the modern vision. The pair pioneered a new aesthetic that placed function and order over embellishment—Jeanneret’s work imbuing the strict geometry of modernism with lighter materials like cane and wood. Jeanneret also collaborated with other modern masters, Charlotte Perriand on experiments in aluminium and wood, and Jean Prouve developing prefabricated housing. Literature: Catalogue Raisonné du Mobilier: Jeanneret Chandigarh, 2019. Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, The Indian Adventure...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Eames EA435 Management Soft Pad Office Chair all black by Herman Miller
Eames EA435 Management Soft Pad Office Chair all black by Herman Miller

Eames EA435 Management Soft Pad Office Chair all black by Herman Miller

Eames EA435 Management Soft Pad Office Chair all black by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Charles Eames

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Office Chair EA435 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaranteed with the cushions i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Knoll Charles pollock Deep Navy leather tufted scoop desk chair
Mid Century Knoll Charles pollock Deep Navy leather tufted scoop desk chair

Mid Century Knoll Charles pollock Deep Navy leather tufted scoop desk chair

Mid Century Knoll Charles pollock Deep Navy leather tufted scoop desk chair

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Knoll Charles pollock Deep Navy blue almost black leather tufted scoop desk chair with Black Accents and arms. Charles Pollock Deep navy executive Leather desk chair for ...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Ferndale, MI

Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair Model EA420, designed in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Soho, London, GB

Office chairs from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).  

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA
Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock Executive Arm Chair for Knoll. Designed in 1963 by Charles Pollock, this chair has become one of Knoll’s most recognizable and enduring ...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Office Swivel Chair FK84 Fabricius & Kastholm Alfred Kill International, 1968
Office Swivel Chair FK84 Fabricius & Kastholm Alfred Kill International, 1968

Office Swivel Chair FK84 Fabricius & Kastholm Alfred Kill International, 1968

Office Swivel Chair FK84 Fabricius & Kastholm Alfred Kill International, 1968

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare original FK 84 lounge chair designed by Fabricius & Kastholm, a refined expression of Scandinavian modernism from 1968. This authentic example features a sculpturally contour...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970 Red Charles Eames Upholstered Swivel Office Chair for Herman MIller
1970 Red Charles Eames Upholstered Swivel Office Chair for Herman MIller

1970 Red Charles Eames Upholstered Swivel Office Chair for Herman MIller

1970 Red Charles Eames Upholstered Swivel Office Chair for Herman MIller

By Charles Eames

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very striking swivel office chair by legendary designer Charles Eames and made by Herman Miller in 1970. This example retains its original red upholstery which is in very g...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3
Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3

Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3

Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 3 transparent Lucite Eros swivel chairs designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell and made in Italy. The seat is made out of acrylic and the base is aluminum. Marked at the se...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair Model EA420, designed in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Herman Miller Aluminum Group Office Chair in Black Leather (Multiple Available)
Herman Miller Aluminum Group Office Chair in Black Leather (Multiple Available)

Herman Miller Aluminum Group Office Chair in Black Leather (Multiple Available)

Herman Miller Aluminum Group Office Chair in Black Leather (Multiple Available)

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Wilton, CT

Herman Miller for Eames Aluminum Group chair in original black leather. Designed around the 1950's the Aluminum Group Chair became a very sought after choice for office and home chai...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940
Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940

Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940

Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940

Located in Labrit, Landes

**Set of 5 vintage folding director's chairs** A set of five folding “director's” chairs, combining functional simplicity with vintage charm. The frames are made of dark-stained woo...

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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Beech, Canvas

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s

By Drabert

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This conference chair was made by the German manufacturer Drabert during the 1970s. According to the stamp, it was manufactured in 1977. The solid, chrome-plated frame gives the chai...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-century Modern office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern office chairs and desk 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 office chairs and desk chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern office chairs and desk 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 office chairs and desk chairs, popular names associated with this style include Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Knoll, and Charles Pollock. 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 office chairs and desk chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $150,900 while the average work can sell for $1,928.

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