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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary 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.
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.
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Color: Brown
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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
Materials
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
One Vintage Midcentury Ward Bennett Brickel Executive Chair
By Ward Bennett
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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
Materials
Walnut
Charles & Ray Eames EA117 Office Chair in Aubergine Leather and Aluminum, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic office chair EA117 belonging to the famous Aluminum Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US - EA334 Management Chair) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Mid Century Set of Eight Henredon Leather Strap Dining Chairs for Restoration
By Henredon
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Accent Armchairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Mid-Century Modern accent armchairs. Refinished in a rich walnut color and reupholstered in an emerald velvet.
Seat depth of 17" seat height of 18"
Price includes complimen...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Danish Walnut / Leather Rolling Desk Chair in the style of Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted rolling desk chair with curved bent walnut back having top and bottom cushions in a soft black leather . The X base is in satin black steel with brass roller ball...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
15 Charles and Ray Eames Aluminum Group Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles and Ray Eames aluminum group side chair, EA330 office conference chair in dark olive green upholstery, five-star base, adjust t...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Chairs by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s, Set of 24
Located in Antwerp, BE
A high quality of curved laminated wooden stacking chairs with woven wool upholstery in olive green.
Set of 24 stacking chairs available, price ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Wool, Wood
Durlet, made in Belgium Arm Chairs in Camel leather.
By Durlet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage set of 12 comfortable camel leather armchairs with aluminium chrome feet characterize these set of dining, office or side chairs designe...
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1980s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Gunlocke Chair Co Armchair
By Gunlocke
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single mid-century modern armchair by Gunlocke chair company. Sculpted arms with padded seat and back.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Chaises de Bureau “051” Capitol Complex par Pierre Jeanneret, édition Cassina, 2
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Ensemble de 3 chaises conçues par Pierre Jeanneret vers 1950, relancées en 2019 par Cassina, Italie.
La chaise “051” est en teck de Birmanie avec un cannage...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Industrial swivel work desk chair by Kovona, 1950´s
By Kovona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Industrial mid century working desk chair was made by Kovona company in the 1950´s.
Fully functional, adjustable, Swivelling. Made of plastic, fabric and iron.
In good Vintage...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of six maple chairs Anonima Castelli Bologna 1960s
Located in bari, IT
Set of six chairs in maple wood, exclusive production for offices Sip (telephony) Anonima Castelli Bologna 60s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Maple
Rare Midcentury Chair Ladislav Rado for Knoll Drake
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare and beautiful side chair designed by Ladislav Rado for the short lived one year collaboration between Knoll + Drake, c. 1955. Featuring white enameled cantilevered frame wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Exuberant Green Print Fabric Swivel Lounge Chair by Selling of Monroe Ca 1970's
By Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 1970's swivel, lounge chair by Selig of Monroe. The chair is in it's original bright and colorful upholstery, which is in very good clean c...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
11 Swivel Tilt Desk Dining Swivel Tilt Chairs by Ward Bennet for Brickel
Located in New York, NY
Incredible desk, office, or even dining chairs, designed by Ward Bennett, for Brickel Associates, circa 1960's. The chairs features supple leather seats, and backs , with a curvaceou...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Completely Restored Dan Johnson for Viscount Mid-Century Brass Armchair 1950s
By Kodawood, Dan Johnson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Dan Johnson "Viscount" for Kodawood, distributed by Selig, armchair or desk chair, circa 1950s. Refinished in dark ebony stain with new foam, orange leather and polished brass. Arm h...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
Ico Paris Executive Desk Chair for Mobli Italiani Moderni Rome
By Ico Parisi
Located in Weesp, NL
Elevate your office space with this rare, mid century modern desk chair designed by the renowned Ico Parisi for MIM Rome, Italy.
This chair is not only stylish but also a work of ar...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Timeless Milo Baughman Parsons style chair freshly reupholstered with forever sexy and stylish leopard velvet. Parsons chairs are un...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery
Midcentury Industrial swivel work desk chair by Kovona, 1950´s
By Kovona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Industrial mid century working desk chair was made by Kovona company in the 1950´s.
Fully functional, adjustable, Swivelling. Made of plastic, fabric and iron.
In good Vintage...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair in Brown Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in medium brown. This executive desk chair has a tilt and swivel base with adjustable height. Swivel base with all wheels in working condition. Leather has been dyed brown and is in good used condition with plastic molded...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-century office desk chairs Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia 1980s Set of 2
By Stol Kamnik
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The pair of very comfortable office swivel chairs created in Yugoslavia in the 1980s in the manufacture Stol Kamnik.
Good vintage condition. The metal has a nature patina. Leatherett...
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Leather Erik Kirkegaard Chair, 1950
Located in London, GB
The Erik Kirkegaard chair is probably the most comfortable chair of its kind that we’ve encountered over the years. The curves and angles hold and support the body extremely well. Ex...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather, Walnut
Mogens Koch MK16 Folding Chair for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch & Rud Rasmussen
Scandinavian Modern
A beautiful beech and canvas folding chairs by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech
Vittorio Parigi & Nanni Prina for Molteni Desk Chair 'Orix' in Red Leatherette
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
Set of 6 Swivel Tilt Office Desk Dining Chairs After Saarinen C. 1970s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of six vintage swivel, tilt office, desk, or dining chairs in original commercial grade tweed fabric. The chairs feature a supple formed upholstery seat and back, on ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Dinamarquesa Chair, Carlo Fongaro, Brazilian Modern, 1970s. Single Piece
Located in New York, NY
Single Dinamarquesa chair, designed by Italian-born architect Carlo Fongaro (1915-1986) and produced by Probjeto, who signed one of the most popular lines of modern Brazilian furnitu...
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Centuryr Modern Chair
Dimensions. 22 1/2 W ; 23 1/2 D ; 32 H
Seat Height. 18.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available
Located in Hudson, NY
10 available
Absolutely stunning butter soft leather Roger Sprunger for Dunbar office chairs on smooth gliding casters.
All original chairs are in very good condition - ready to ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1 Ward Bennett Oak Mohair Bankers Executive Chair Bronze Base
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Ward Bennett oak mohair executive chair
Designed 1967
Rare version of task chair. Original mohair upholstery with oak frames. Bronze adjustable...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Midcentury Kevi Chairs Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Brilliant red and blue primary color Kevi fully adjustable desk chair, with adjustable seat height, tilting back and adjustable arch back support. Or...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Steelcase Office Armchairs Model #451
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Steelcase armchairs, model #451 feature plastic shells, metal arms and 4 prong pedestal bases with striped fabric upholstery. The chairs are similar in style to the Charles P...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Armchair Leathertan Chrome Signed Mario Bellini Vitra Office Bellini Collection
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Stylish vintage pair of armchairs for the home or office in the mid-century modern style
Rare survival of vintage office furniture.
Bearing ...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Large Stock of Stackable Galvanitas S17 Industrial Dining Chairs
By Galvanitas
Located in Voorburg, NL
Highly wanted and in multiple colors and quantities, with bespoke service available: the Industrial S17 stacking chairs by Galvanitas. These Sculptural chairs are made for optimal co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic pair Eames wire chairs on a black Eiffel base with the bikini covers for Herman Miller, Naugahyde bikini tops missing elastic connector...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Rare Chairs with Armrests by Martin Eisler, circa 1955 Midcentury Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1955 by Martin Eisler for "Forma," the rare chai with armrests is made of Jatobá wood and leather
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler are most known by well-shaped armchairs made in iron, but the production it's away more complex, handcrafted, and extensive.
The wood pieces produced by Forma Móveis...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Gunlocke Leather Conference Office Chairs Set of, 8
By Gunlocke
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Original Vintage Mid-Century Modern Gunlocke leather conference office chairs set of - 8. With Traditional & Mid-Century Modern Design Combined. Modern elements on the stretcher hard...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Vodder Mid-Century Modern Armchair Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Weesp, NL
Mid-Century Modern Arne Vodder Denmark armchair
Elegant and stylish set of armchairs model 431 designed by Arne Vodder in the 1950s and produced in the early 1960s.
This set is made ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Brown Vinyl Faux Leather Pair Steelcase 451 Rolling Office Chairs Style Pollock
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of brown vinyl faux leather MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern style Steelcase 451 office chairs with 4 prong base on casters in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Arm Chairs with Swivel Backrest from 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of arm chairs with swivel backrest from 1960s, unknown designer or manufacture. Very stylish chairs with swivel backrest that adjust when sitting, nickel plated steel bases, har...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Jeanneret Easy Chair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A good authentic Chandigarh easy chair. Artisanally and locally made with pegged solid teak in the 1960s. This type is known as the cane and teak wood armch...
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1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Midcentury Leather and Chrome Swivel Chair
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gardner Leaver for Steelcase Easy chair in saddle brown leather. Chrome is in good shape with no rust. Has just the right angle to be used as an office chair, reading chair or even l...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vinage Office Chair by Antonín Šuman for Ton Bystřice Pod Hostýnem
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Large vintage office chair designed by Antonín Šuman for TON, after professional renovation.
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1960s Slovak Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Office Cane Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-28-A, Chandigarh, 1955
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic "Office Cane Chairs" created by Pierre Jeanneret in the 1950s for the city of Chandigarh in India, the utopian city designed by his cousin Le Corbusier. Made of solid wood with seat and backrest in braided canework. Tilted backrest and asymmetric flat profiled "compass"-type double side leg assembly, with the legs connected by a crosspiece and supporting the armrests. Slanted, slightly curved backrest, separate from the seat. The seemingly floating back as well as the "compass"-type legs are very typical for this office chair. These specific features make the design even more powerful and interesting.
The office chair was part of the furniture from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh. It's a true icon, one of the most famous pieces of all Chandigarh items. Jeanneret’s designs stand out for their essential forms and simple materials, a balance between modern European ideals and traditional Indian spirit.
Another interesting and nowadays relevant fact about these and other Chandigarh chairs is that all pieces were made from the trees which were logged because the city was built, so an early adaptation of ecological thinking.
We have four office chairs...
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1950s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Set of 10 Chairs 60° in Leather, Bronze and Wood, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Wooden table with chromed bronze ferrules
Style: 60°
Italian
Materials: wood, leather and chrome bronze
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
French Reconstruction Armchair in Scandinavian Style, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French reconstruction armchair in Scandinavian style, circa 1960
patina and coating to redo.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
Located in Basel, BS
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s Danish Design and Scandinavian Style Wooden and Bouclé Fabric Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1960s Danish Design and Scandinavian style wooden and grey Bouclé fabric chair, around the dining table, it will be perfect in the office too!
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Occasional Chair by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful, vintage dining/desk/occasional chair by Gio Ponti for Singer&Sons, ca' 1950's. Restored with wool seats by Larsen fabric, papercord bac...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Midcentury Walnut Armchairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of armchairs features deep grained walnut wood, and stylish upholstery seats and backs. This beautiful set of chairs will go perfect in your home office, library or...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
American Desk Armchair, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk chair
Wood
Year: 1950
If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we have what you need.
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.
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Why are there so many antiques in Argentina?
In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place.
1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918
2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945
The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done.
Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them.
In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life.
Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war.
The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street.
With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace.
It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”.
Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies.
In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America.
During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture.
At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site).
In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca.
The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil.
Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wood
Bottle Green Mid-Century Modern Arm Office Chair
Located in Weesp, NL
Bottle green Mid-Century Modern faux leather arm chair by Ate van Apeldoorn for Woodwork Hattem the Netherlands.
This elegant and classy piec...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Danish Desk Chair by Funder-Schmidt & Madsen
By Funder-Schmidt and Madsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single Danish chair with swooping back and floating seat. Great mid-century design for home or office use.
Please confirm location.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Teak
Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Model 209
Midcentury armchair designed by Finn Juhl in jaw dropping solid rosewood. We have seen this chair used as an office chair, side chair, or dining chair. Incredible comfor...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
1960s Danish Design and Scandinavian Style Wooden and Velvet Fabric Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1960s Danish Design and Scandinavian style wooden and velvet fabric chair, around the dining table, it will be perfect in the office too!
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Hans Wegner Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans Wegner armchair, located in NY.
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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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