Mid-Century Modern Seating
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
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'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Small module
Measures: L. 60cm / P. 96cm / H. 70cm / Assise H. 42cm
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to creat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Outdoor Ottoman 'Studio' by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Classic, Whisper
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Ottoman Classic
Measures: W 80 CM / D 90 CM / H 47 CM
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of custom stylish parsons armchairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Newly upholstered in a fun-sophisticated leopard upholstery fabric. Down wrapped seat cushion with down back c...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Corner Module, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Small module
Measures: L 110cm / P 96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H 47 cm
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Small module
Measures: L 120cm / P 96cm / H 73 cm / Assise H. 47 cm
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to creat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Outdoor Ottoman 'Studio' by Norr11, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Ottoman
Measures: W 80 CM / D 96 CM / H 47 CM
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composition
Outd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
Julius Bar Stool, Stainless Steel Structure, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
The julius bar stool is a timeless and understated luxury piece. Crafted with great attention to details and noble materials such as stainless steel and leather. A stylish yet timele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Small Module, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Small module
Measures: L. 60cm / P. 96cm / H. 70cm / Assise H. 42cm
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to creat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Outdoor Ottoman 'Studio' by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Classic, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Ottoman Classic
Measures: W 80 CM / D 90 CM / H 47 CM
Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create your composi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
Arago Chair 'Swivel' by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural cushioned chair features a modern cup-like seat poised atop a pedestal. Available in a variety of custom fabrics.
Ships in approximately 5-6 weeks. Listing shows C...
Category
2010s Central American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
'Studio' Sofa Outdoor by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Coconut
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Outdoor version
Setup 2 (1x medium, 1x ottoman classic):
L 170cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm
Modular sofa: asse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Louise Bar Chair with Taupe Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
The Minimalist Bench by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing "The Minimalist Bench" by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern - a beautifully crafted piece that seamlessly combines minimalist design with subtle brass accents. This bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Dawn Bench, Velvet Upholstery and Brass Legs, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Dawn Bench, Velvet Upholstery and Brass Legs, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
The DAWN bench is a statement design piece. The name dawn is inspired by the pieces clear horizontal ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
cFsignature Mid-Century Modern Style Triangular Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cFsignature, limited edition, custom, mid-century modern style stools feature gently sloped, triangular tops with tapered maple legs. Four light blue leather stools...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Maple
Sculptural wavvy bench handcrafted
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W54 D19 H17.5
Sculptural handcrafted bench made in house. Item is made in solid maple and stained in a light white wash. Item features solid wood construction. This item is made com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Maple
Julius Bar Stool, Brass Structure, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Julius Bar Stool, Brass Structure, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
The JULIUS bar stool is a timeless and understated luxury piece. Constructed with noble materials like brass and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Handmade Naked Sofa Combo With Bouclê Latte Upholstery and Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Naked sofa reveals sculptural and organic shapes meant to embrace the user and encourage to stay seated in this cozy and comfortable piece. With comfort as the constant starting-poin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Coconut (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Outdoor
Setup 3 (2x large,1x small, 2x armrest):
L300cm / P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm
Modular sofa: assemble differ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Iris Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Iris Bench is beautifully constructed with a silhouette that is simple, timeless, and sleek. Topped with a cushion to provide additional texture and softness to the piece.
Sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Oak, Ash, Velvet, Linen, Mohair
The Artisanal Bench in Special Walnut by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and functionality. Handcra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
DOOQ Lounge Armchair with Soft Kiwi Velvet and Light Silk Fringes La Folie
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With voluptuous curves and perfect poise, La Folie exalts passion and fantasy as if you were in a burlesque show at Moulin Rouge. Let yourself be drawn by this flirtatious feeling of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Silk, Velvet
Louise Bar Chair with Salmon Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Naked Armchair with Oil Green Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Naked Armchair with Soft Gray Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Duistt Basic 1.0 floats a well-padded seat between two arched arms that recall the classic tailoring. A ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 3, Whisper (Outdoor)
By Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11
Outdoor
Setup 3 (2x large,1x small, 2x armrest):
L300cm / P96cm / H70cm / Seating H42cm
Modular sofa: assemble differ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Foam
Naked Pouf 2 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Naked Corner 2 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked collection welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual proportions and strong curves w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oscar Armchair, Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Oscar Armchair, Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Inspired by the poetic curved lines of Oscar Niemeyer’s architecture, Oscar armchair allures for its ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Niels Hvass Outdoor 'Cutter' Bench in Teak for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Niels Hvass outdoor 'Cutter' bench in teak for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
Modern Indoor Outdoor Armchair Upholstered in Beige Khaki & White Outdoor Fabric
Located in Porto, PT
Lisola Armchair Khaki & White is a modern outdoor seating piece. A unique outdoor chair created by the most refined design with delicate details...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather
Naked Pouf 1 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Argao Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural cushioned chair features a modern cup-like seat poised atop a pedestal. Available in a variety of custom fabrics. Please note pink chair pictured is the swivel versio...
Category
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Black Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' chair in oak, black leather and soap for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma in Yellow Velvet and Walnut Wood Legs
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma in Yellow Velvet and Walnut Wood Legs
Alma chair is costumizable in the fabric options and wood legs.
In a piece that combines classic an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Tribute solid oak and walnut side table or stool
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Indulge in the beauty of simplicity with our exquisite Tribute Stool. Handcrafted with care from high-quality solid wood, this stunning piece is a nod to the incredible Charlotte Per...
Category
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Vioski New Century Modern Fratelli Group in Kvadrat Remix Grey
By Jeff Vioski
Located in Vernon, CA
Clean-lined and comfortable, the Fratelli Group is made up of two chairs and a solid wood table and can be arranged in a traditional “sofa” style or as a deep, relaxing lounge. The integrated table ensures easy access to lighting, drinks, and the remote control. The Fratelli Group has a metal base finished in matte black powder coat. The table is solid walnut. And the chairs each come with a large, 26” x 26” down/feather/Endurium (faux down) for great comfort. The table can come in solid walnut (or solid rift-cut oak). The base comes in matte black powder coat (or satin chrome). Customizations are welcome.
Please note that the images of the Fratelli Group showing the chairs facing in the opposite direction, that is two left-handed chairs (arm on the left when facing the chair). When both chairs face in the same direction, that is a left and right handed chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Chrome
Handcrafted Mid-Century Modern Styled Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern styled lounge chair, intricately handcrafted and designed in solid American Walnut. This incredible chair offers loads of design details such as sculptured armrest...
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Souvenir Armchair Dark Elm Wood - White Bouclé
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Souvenir armchair is composed of two structural sides in sandblasted Elm wood finished with a matte lacquer, natural or dark.
The seat and backrest are padded with polyurethane foam...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Elm, Leather, Fabric, Wood
Tanoco Small Chair Set of 6 Chairs, Mutenye Wood, Handcrafted by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Tanoco Small Chair Set of 6 Chairs, Mutenye Wood, Handcrafted by Duistt
Tanoco chairs are inspired by the midcentury architecture and interior design....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
The Minimalist Bench by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing "The Minimalist Bench" by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern - a beautifully crafted piece that seamlessly combines minimalist design with subtle brass accents. This bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Bernt Santesson Outdoor 'Drachmann 165' Teak Bench for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Bernt Santesson outdoor 'Drachmann 165' teak bench for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
Bossa Chair, Set of 6 Chairs in Mahogany Wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Bossa Chair, Set of 6 Chairs in Mahogany Wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
The “bossa” collection is inspired by the subtlety, particular charmand h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Crescent Bench in Bronze by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern a remarkable blend of elegance, stability, and artistic craftsmanship. This exquisite bench is d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bronze
Sebastian Chair by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As Shown:
Solid walnut with walnut veneer/Solid ash with ash veneer
Shown in grey wool fabric
Oil/Whitewashed finish
Dimensions: 33” H x 17.5” W x 19.5” D
Offered in a variety of har...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Ash
Souvenir Armless Chair Natural Elm Wood and Black Leather
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Souvenir chair comes in two different versions - with and without armrests - and is composed of two structural sides in sandblasted Elm wood finished with a matte lacquer, natural or...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Elm
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma Deep Orange Velvet, Walnut Woods Legs
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma Deep Orange Velvet, Walnut Woods Legs
In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Souvenir Armchair Natural Elm Wood - Textured Velvet Rattoppato
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Souvenir armchair is composed of two structural sides in sandblasted Elm wood finished with a matte lacquer, natural or dark.
The seat and backrest are padded with polyurethane foam...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood, Elm
Crescent Bench in Bronze by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The Crescent Bench by Carlos Solano for Stamford Modern a remarkable blend of elegance, stability, and artistic craftsmanship. This exquisite bench is designed to enhance any space w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bronze
Bossa Chair, in Mahogany Wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Bossa Chair, in Mahogany Wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
The “bossa” collection is inspired by the subtlety, particular charmand harmonious simpli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs, Chrome Base, Blue Mohair
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chairs, Chrome Base, Blue Mohair
Pair of modern hand crafted Milo Baughman inspired swivel chairs having a chrome finished base and blue mohair upholstery. This chair sits about 3 inches off the ground and has a high quality stained oak undercarriage covered in a chrome finish. New foam/cushioning and brand new plush to the touch blue velvet fabric. Available in a multiple of colors.
Developed and produced in our gallery's overseas workshops. Can be available to be made to order in a variety of different fabrics, sizes, or materials.
Velvet, Chrome, Stained Wood
By GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN...
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
'Osa' Outdoor Bench in Solid Finnish Pine for Vaarnii
Located in Glendale, CA
'Osa' outdoor bench in solid Finnish pine for Vaarnii
The innovative heat-treated pine used in the Osa Outdoor Dining Bench is stronger, lighte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Pine
Bella Burnt Orange Waterfall Stool, One in SF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W27.25 D19.5 H18.5
No floor models currently available. 2 week turnaround time. Custom Made waterfall stool done in a velvet fabric. We make these custom in store...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Small 'Osa' Outdoor Bench in Solid Finnish Pine for Vaarnii
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Osa' outdoor bench in solid Finnish pine for Vaarnii
The innovative heat-treated pine used in the Osa Outdoor Dining Bench is stronger, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Pine
Souvenir Chair Dark Elm Wood - White Chevron Saxophone
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Souvenir chair comes in two different versions - with and without armrests - and is composed of two structural sides in sandblasted Elm wood finished with a matte lacquer, natural or...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather, Fabric
Souvenir Armless Chair Natural Elm Wood and Matelassé Fabric
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Souvenir chair comes in two different versions - with and without armrests - and is composed of two structural sides in sandblasted Elm wood finished with a matte lacquer, natural or...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Brunoy Leather Armless Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This perfectly proportioned lounge chair is inspired by midcentury Swiss design, reworked with a modernist perspective and upholstered with cleanly tailored horizontal channeling. Pa...
Category
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mid-century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Knoll, Herman Miller, and Charles and Ray Eames. 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.
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