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
Mid-Century Modern Boucle and Leather "Penguin" Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These mid-century modern lounge chairs are a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. Produced in the United States during the 1950s, they have been professionally restored to g...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Wooden & Wicker Rattan Stools in style of Tony Paul, 1960s
By Tony Paul
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of mid century tripod wooden and wicker / rattan low stools in style of Tony Paul most likely produced in Denmark, 1960s. In good original condition. Stable and the seats a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Elm
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Rocker and Ottoman
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut, Oak
1970s Antonin Suman Chair By TON
By Antonín Šuman, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- Newly reupholstered
- Height of seat 47 cm
Category
1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Style ULMER HOCKER Stool with Drawer by Max Bill designed in 1962
By Max Bill
Located in Ulm, DE
The Ulm Stool (German: Ulmer Hocker), a timeless masterpiece of Mid-Century Modern design, was created in 1954 by Max Bill, the first rector of the renown...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Spruce
Carlo Hauner, Armchair, 1950's, Caviuna Wood and Blue Cotton
By Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
A typical piece of Carlo Hauner's design from the 1950s, this armchair rests on four conical legs, known in Brazilian as "Pè palito". The wide, curved backrest gives it depth while t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood
1950s Design Oak Wooden And Velvet Seat Set of 6 Chairs
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Magnificent and unusual set of 6 chairs 1950s Guillerme et Chambron attribute design in oak wooden structure and velvet seat
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Brazilian Modern "Tião" Dining Chairs in Hardwood, Sergio Rodrigues, 1959
Located in New York, NY
These Brazilian Modern "Tião" Dining Chairs in Hardwood and Rosewood designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1959 are nothing less than spectacular!
The "Tião" dining chairs were designed b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Contemporary "Flowers" Armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Unusual pair of "Flowers" armchairs upholstered with an off-white fabric.
Contemporary.
Origin: France.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Grete Jalk Armchair with Ottoman in Caviuna Wood & Beige Fabric, Rino Levi, 1960
By Rino Levi
Located in New York, NY
Immediately available with domestic complementary shipping in NYC metro area
Introduce a touch of sophistication to your living space with this exceptional armchair and ottoman set,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Hardwood
Classic Danish Midcentury Sofa in the Style of Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Classic Danish design very similar by Grete Jalk's Model JH180 design for Johannes Hansen. The design is from the early 60's but this sofa appears to have been made in the ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Armchair Made In Rosewood By Hans Olsen Made By Brdr. Juul K. From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This elegant armchair in rosewood with black leather cushions is a splendid example of classic Danish design. The rosewood, with its deep color and fine grain, gives the chair a uniq...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Charles Eames Wire Chairs with Bikini Cover on Eiffel Base's (Old Edition)
Located in Argelato, BO
Awesome Classic Brown Eames wire chairs on a black eiffel base with the bikini cover for Herman Miller.
It is a true icon of mid-century American design, offered here in one of its...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 10 Mid Century Italian Folding leather Chairs 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Set of 10 Mid Century Italian Folding Leather Chairs from the 1960s epitomizes versatility and elegance. Crafted in Italy during the mid-20th century, these chairs feature premiu...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
TETRAD BROWN LEATHER LARGE FOOTSTOOL LARGE ENoUGH FOR TWO PEOPLE TO SHARE
By Tetrad
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Tetrad heritage brown leather footstool
A good looking and comfortable stool, it has a nice her...
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Attributed to Florence Knoll Three-Seat Mid Century Sofa in black upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Attributed to Florence Knoll
Three-seat sofa in black upholstery.
Circa late 20th or 21st century.
84.5" W
Unmarked on the bottom.
Condition:
Overall very good condition. No rips o...
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vintage French Bobbin Wooden Armchair With Rush Seat
Located in Dorchester, GB
Well proportioned French bobbin turned armchair with rush seat.
Made from oak this armchair has worn well and has a nice patina. The rush seat is in good condition and the chair is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
Vintage Wicker High Stools by Alberto Smania for Studio Interni Smania, 1970s
By Smania
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Alberto Smania, an Italian designer known for his innovative approach to furniture design, founded Studio Interni Smania with a vision to create timeless pieces that combine style and functionality.
Crafted from durable wicker, these stools boast a sleek and minimalist silhouette, showcasing Smania's signature style. The addition of high-quality Dedar bouclè upholstery adds a touch of sophistication and comfort, creating a perfect balance of form and function.
Ideal for kitchen islands, home bars, or dining areas, these stools offer both style and practicality. Whether used for casual dining or as stylish seating for entertaining guests, they are sure to make a statement in any space.
Embrace the timeless charm of mid-century Italian design with these exquisite wicker high stools...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Pencil Reed Modular or Sectional Sofa with New Cushion
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome and sculptural sofa made by Comfort Design Furniture in the 1970's. The sofa features nice heavy construction with a sculptural design & bamboo reed clad. Cushions were re...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage-Style Cuba Brown Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted of luxurious top grain leather in warm brown color, this stylish and comfortable chair is perfect for your den, library, or living room.
Color variation is common and accept...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Cream Mohair Armchairs by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform - Belgium, 1958
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of lounge chairs by the known Belgium designer Alfred Hendrickx. The models shown is documented as the S12 model produced by Belform, Belgium in the late 1950s.
Freshly re-...
Category
1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Steel
Chateau Blue Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A piece that effortlessly elevates any room with its classic charm and superior craftsmanship. Designed with an uncluttered and sophisticated silhouette, this chair not only serves a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Black Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair features supple top-grain leather that beckons you to sit and unwind. The dark Onyx Black leather is beautifully complemented ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Melchiorre Bega, Armchairs, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1949
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and beige fabric armchairs designed by Melchiorre Bega and produced by Figli Di Amadeo Cassina, Italy, c. 1949.
Seat height 17”.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Marcel Breuer Wassily Lounge Chairs signed Knoll Studio
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of Wassily lounge chairs designed by Marcel Breuer, circa 1925.
Manufacture date 2003 by Knoll Studio.
Stamped Knoll Studio on the frame and labeled.
In black leather, chromed s...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Carlo Hauner. Sofa, c. 1950. Green cotton wood and velvet
By Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
This three-seater sofa entirely covered in green cotton velvet is the synthesis of the Brazilian modern spirit.
Its slightly curved backrest gives sensuality to the piece in composi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Lounge Chair by IVM, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Swivel armchair in black leather and plastic shell. Seat height 43cm. Wear due to time and age.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
De Sede DS11 Patchwork Leather Sectional in Caramel, Circa 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most comfortable sofas ever made. This De Sede 'DS-11' sectional sofa features five pieces including two corner pieces. Switzerland, 1970s.
It's beyond comfortable. The ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Chartreuse Green Warren Platner Stool by Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Utrecht, NL
High model stool from the 'Wire series' by American designer Warren Platner for Knoll International in nickel execution with a chartreuse green mohair velour Knoll fabrics upholstery...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Modular vintage block sofa, Belgium 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This inviting block sofa from the 70s is everything you’d want from a mid-century couch. The lightweight, but firm separate modules offer comfort and style at the same time.
Purchase...
Category
1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
1950s Danish Modern Minimalist Pine Daybed with New White Boucle Upholstered Top
Located in Chicago, IL
Danish Modern Minimalist Pine Daybed, circa 1950.
cushion 4 1/2" thick
cushion reupholstered in MM Design white boucle in 2024.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Pine
Incredibly Rare & Beautiful Set Of Eight Niels Otto Moller Teak Model 55 Chairs
Located in Portlaoise, IE
An incredibly rare and beautiful set of eight Model 55 dining chairs by legendary Danish design icon Niels Otto Moller. This wonderful set are offered in superb untouched vintage con...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Fabulous Sabre Leg Walnut Stool/Ottoman by T H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, C. 1950s
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous upholstered stool/ottoman with walnut frame. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
American, c. 1950 This piece measures 20"t x 20'w x 20"d.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Brown Leather by Liceu De Artes 1960
Located in New York, NY
Available right now, with complimentary domestic shipping included this midcentury sofa in Brazilian Rosewood, as known as Jacaranda and brown leather designed by Liceu de Artes e Of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Midcentury F518 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Extremely comfortable Artifort F518 lounge chair.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's.
Very solid wooden frame with a large pivoting metal foot.
...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Giuseppe Scapinelli Brazilian Modern Chair in Caviuna Rosewood and Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s modernist ladder-back chair executed in Brazilian rosewood with leather seat, designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli. Professionally restored with original patina left untouched and r...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1970's Pierre Paulin Inspired Blue Flower Textile Tulip Swivel Chair by TopForm
By Topform, Pierre Paulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's blue tulip swivel chair by TopForm, inspired by Eero Saarinen and Pierre Paulin. This playful lounge chair features a single-form upholstered fiberglass armchair shell, adorne...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of For Mid Century Teak Nathan Dining Chairs with two carvers
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Set of For Mid Century Teak Nathan Dining Chairs. Reupholstered in a contrasting Cream Boucle style upholstery.
H: 96 cm
Seat Height: 46 cm
Arm Wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Carlo De Carli, Lounge Chairs, Vinyl, Wood, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of blue vinyl and wood lounge chairs designed by Carlo De Carli, Italy, c. 1960s.
Seat height 15”.
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage French Traineau or Sleigh Dining Chairs, Baumann, France, 60s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Set of 4 "traineau" or sleigh chairs by Baumann, France, 60's
Iconic chair.
Their name comes from their superb line.
Heather gray fabric for the seats is original !
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
Each swivel chair measures: 23.25 wide x 25 deep x 26 high, with a seat height of 13.5 and arm height/chair...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Six Mid-Century Ladder Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century modern dining chairs with sculpted ladder backs. Great form for comfort with thick cushioned seats.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Orange Togo, three piece set
Located in London, GB
The iconic Togo orange sofa set, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a design midcentury Classic.
The sofas have been newly reupholstered in a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Bar Stool, Marcel Breuer Style, 1970s - 4 Available
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Bar Stools, Marcel Breuer Style
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Italian Modular Sofa From Airborne, 1960s Italy 5 pieces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Vintage Italian Modular Sofa from Airborne, originating in 1960s Italy, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern design. This sofa is characterized by its modular construction, a...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Mid Century Style ULMER HOCKER Stool by Max Bill designed in 1954 at the HfG Ulm
By Max Bill
Located in Ulm, DE
The Ulm Stool (German: Ulmer Hocker), a timeless masterpiece of Mid-Century Modern design, was created in 1954 by Max Bill, the first rector of the renown...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Spruce
Mid Century Style ULMER HOCKER Stool by Max Bill in Black Stained Spruce
By Max Bill
Located in Ulm, DE
The Ulm Stool (German: Ulmer Hocker), a timeless masterpiece of Mid-Century Modern design, was created in 1954 by Max Bill, the first rector of the renown...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Birch
A BRUTALIST MID-CENTURY-MODERN RUSTIC STOOL, MAROLLES Style, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A tripod stool, Modernist, Brutalist, Rustic Modern, Popular Art, in solid wood cut with a beautiful hollow geometric decoration on the edges of the seat, artisan work, to be attribu...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Plastic Stool or Footstool, 1970, Hungary
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition.
- New fabric.
- Cleaned.
Category
1970s Hungarian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Swedish Kroken Armchairs by Ake Fribyter for Nelo Möbel, 1970s, set of 2
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Pair of Kroken armchairs designed by Ake Fribyter for Nelo Möbel in the 1970s.
Sturdy beech bentwooden frames with thick leather cushions.
Cool cantilevered design
1970s - Sweden...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Mid Century Style ULMER HOCKER Stool by Max Bill in Notwood and Lacquer Finish
By Max Bill
Located in Ulm, DE
The Ulm Stool (German: Ulmer Hocker), a timeless masterpiece of Mid-Century Modern design, was created in 1954 by Max Bill, the first rector of the renown...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Nutwood
Tito Agnoli set of two bamboo cane armchairs 1960s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in bari, IT
Set of two Armchairs designed by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina late 1960s. Bamboo frame and natural cognac-colored Leather upholstery. Some stains on the leather
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Animal Skin, Bamboo
Pair of Low Chair in the style of Jens Risom Slipper Chair. 1950's
By Jens Risom
Located in Lisboa, PT
Step into the timeless charm of mid-century design with this remarkable pair of low chairs, inspired by the iconic Jens Risom Slipper Chair style from the 1950s. What makes this pai...
Category
1950s Portuguese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Cedar
Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs. Model 4906. This piece retains its original fun fur teddy bear fabric in usable condition. The foam in cushions ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Curved Harvey Probber Even Arm Sofa Chartreus Mid-century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Harvey Probber curved front even arm sofa. The original chartreus velvet fabric still looks great-looks like it was barely used. We love the super deep even arms with a...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Afra e Tobia Scarpa Africa chairs Maxalto Italy 1975
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare large set of so called 'Africa' chairs designed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa and manufactured by Maxalto in Italy in 1975. Afra and Tobia Scarpa were the first ones to create a...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Important Leather Sofa By Charles Ramos France 1958
Located in Hudson, NY
Charles Ramos, rare, leather sofa on gilded aluminum legs. Minimal, elegant, graceful and yet comfortable. Made in France around 1958, a true, hard to find piece.
Coming from a cabin...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of Four 1950's Dining Chairs by Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
A set of Mid Century Modern dining chairs, designed and produced by Thonet Furniture Company in the 1950’s Czechoslovakia.
These chairs were designed with a clear influence of Scan...
Category
1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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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