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
Pair Of 1950S Italian Slipper Chairs In Faux Fur
Located in London, London
Pair of slipper chairs
New Designers Guild faux fur upholstery
Brass legs
Seat height 40cm
Italy 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Fur
NONNA rocking chair by PAUL TUTTLE for STRÄSSLE INT. (WK WOHNEN)- 1970'S
Located in Zandhoven, BE
'NONNA' ROCKING CHAIR BY PAUL TUTTLE FOR STRÄSSLE INT. (WK WOHNEN)- 1970'S
Ultra comfortable rocking chair is designed by Paul Tuttle.
Made of white lacquered bentwood and chromed s...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Oriolo 3-seater sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
Located in amstelveen, NL
The Oriolo three-seater sofa was designed by Claudio Salocchi and is an iconic piece of Italian design. Crafted in the 1960s by Sormani, this sofa stands out with its bold lines and ...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chenille
Set of 4 Elias Barup Teak Dining Chairs with Original Upholstery, 1950s Sweden
By Gärsnäs Mobler, Elias Barup
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of four armchairs designed by Elias Barup for Gärsnäs, 1950s.
Armchairs in teak and beech with original upholstery. Very good used condition, with...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Teak
Mel Abitz & Forest Wilson, Armchair, Fiberglass, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Mel Abitz, Forest Wilson
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal and grey fiberglass armchair designed by Mel Abirtz and Forest Wilson, USA, 1950s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Italian Midcentury Architectural Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Toronto, CA
The sleek, minimalist lines of the chairs effortlessly capture the essence of Midcentury Italian design, providing a tasteful blend of form and function. Sold as a set of 4.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Vladimir Kagan Erica Chaise Lounge Chair in Mohair
Located in San Diego, CA
The Erica Chaise was first designed in 1969 and named after Vladimir Kagan’s wife, beloved needlework maven Erica Wilson. Redesigned with the clean lines and classic feel of the prot...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Acrylic, Mohair
Set of Folke Ohlsson Reclining Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two adjustable reclining lounge chairs and footrest newly upholstered in boucle type of fabric for DUX of Sweden. Frames are made of dark walnut and been refinished. Each chai...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Set of 6 Vintage Dining Chairs by Uniflex
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made set of six dining chairs. They were designed by Gunther Hoffstead and were made in England by Unilfex in the 1960s.
They have an unusual and striking ...
Category
1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Italian Ebonized Side Chairs by Sanguinetti
Located in London, by appointment only
A pair of Colombo Sanguinetti midcentury ebonized side chairs. Stamped Sanguinetti.
Italy, circa 1950
Back height 36 ins (90 cms)
Seat height 19 ins (48 cms)
Width 17 ins (43...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Ebony
Set of 4 Dordogne chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, France, 1950s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1950s / 4 Dordogne chairs / Charlotte Perriand / Sentou / wicker and wood / design classic / mid-century
Set of 4 iconic Dordogne chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, F...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Dining Chairs in Wood and Fabric by Guillerme Et Chambron, 1950s, Set of 6
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
Magnificent and unusual set of 6 massive oak chairs designed by Guillerme and Chambron for Votre Maison, circa 1950. Original green velvet seats. These chairs convey a brutalist yet ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Teak 4-Seater Paw Sofa
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Great Vintage Condition
Dimensions: 97” L x 27” D x 33” H (15” SH)
Description: A great quality teak 4 seater sofa. Solid teak arm rest...
Category
1960s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Safari Suede and Leather Dinner Chair, Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 80s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage dinner or side chair 'Safari' from the furniture system 'Bogo' designed by the Italian architect and designer Carlo Bartoli for the high-end furniture company Rossi Di Albizz...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Suede
Set of Four Tatra Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia, 1960
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960
- Maker: Tatra Pravenec, signed
- Refreshed.
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen
By Grete Jalk
Located in Buxton, GB
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Add charm and elegance to your dining room with this set of six mid-century dining chairs, four are from Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen model PJ3-2. The chairs come ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Vintage Teak Plantation Armchairs Circa 1970
Located in Buxton, GB
This pair of vintage armchairs is a beautiful addition to any room. With their square shape and adjustable features, they provide a comfortable seating experience. The Vintage chairs...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
White Rattan Upholstered Swivel Egg Chair with Ottoman
Located in Medina, OH
Rare and hard to find White Rattan Upholstered Egg Chair with Ottoman. The chair swivels and reclines when you sit back in it. See video for a full presentation of it. The upholstery...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Office Chair in Teak & Rattan Produced 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century dining / office wooden chair in teak and rattan by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh in India 1950s. In good original condition with a nice patina and letteri...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Japanese Bench
By AFM
Located in Highland, IN
This striking bench has a combination of wood slats and woven jute seats. Manufactured by AFM Quality Furniture in Japan it has a hand-hewn quality and the understated design reminds...
Category
1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Jute, Wood
4 Poul Kjaerholm PK9 E. Kold Christensen chairs with seat height extensions
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A set of 4 Danish Mid Century vintage leather and steel PK9 chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen with additional bespoke optional seat height extensions.
These ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Beech and Reed Armchair by Arno Lambrecht for WK Möbel, Germany 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This armchair by Arno Lambrecht is characterized by clean lines, organic shapes, and a focus on simplicity and functionality. Its elegant yet sturdy frame is constructed from solid b...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Reed, Beech
Mid Century Modern Walnut & Cane Dining Chair by American of Martinsville, 6 pcs
Located in Plainview, NY
A set of six Mid Century Modern dining chairs, a testament to the refined craftsmanship of the American Furniture Co of Martinsville, VA. This collection comprises two graceful armch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Pair of vintage armchairs by Hikor , Czechoslovakia 1969s
Located in Praha, CZ
Good condition
repolished
cleaned wet vacuum cleaner
Seat Height 45cm
made in Czechoslovakia
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs By Gigi Radice for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of armchairs designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti with a solid wood structure and metal legs. Upholstered in Dedar jacquard velvet, originall...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Ds12 Lounge Chairs from de Sede, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Ranst, VAN
This exquisite vintage seating set, upholstered in dark brown buffalo neck leather, presents the DS12 model from the 1970s, crafted by the Swiss design collective Team De Sede. A thr...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Set di 4 sedie nello stile di Willy Rizzo per Mario Sabot, Italia, anni '70
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Set di quattro sedie in faggio tinto degli anni '70 nello stile di Willy Rizzo per Mario Sabot.
La particolarità del design è data dallo schienale in legno curvato che dona a queste...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
18th Century English Barley Twist Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English Mid Century Modern wooden bench from the 18th century with barley twist base and white boucle upholstery. This classy, barley twist wooden bench oozes timeless elegance. This...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Danish Dining Room Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful set of four modern Danish style dining chairs. This fine quality set of 4 modern dining chairs were made in Denmark from rosewood known for its elegance and durability. Ex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Armchairs in the Style of Anonima Castelli
By Pierre Poulin, Anonima Castelli
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern pair of Italian armchairs in the style of Pierre Paulin and Anonima Castelli with original red fabric from 1980s.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Acrylic
Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Petite Stool
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer this Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Petite Stool, made in natural woven and iron structure, the eyes are made in precious stone.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970, we offer this Antique Mario Lopez Torres Jaguar Stool, made in natural woven and iron structure, the eyes are made in precious stone.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Italian Vivai del Sud Bamboo Sofa with its Original Cushions
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Vivai del Sud bamboo sofa with its original cushions covered with cotton fabric.
The sofa is in good vintage conditions with light sings of age and use. Th...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Jacques Adnet Leather Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Jacques Adnet leather chairs perfectly restored in period-correct cognac leather. Brass hardware and wrought iron legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mandarin Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Reupholstered and new foam.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Giulio Moscatelli, Rocking Chair, Metal, Velvet, Italy, c. 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and green velvet rocking chair designed and produced by Giulio Moscatelli, Italy, c. 1960s.
seat height 21”.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Good Original Condition
Designer: Charles Pfister
Manufacturer: Knoll
Materials: Original Black Leather
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Beautiful set of 'Compass' chairs design by Kai Kristiansen in solid teak wood.
Six Units Available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair. Red Fabric, Bronze Frame Finish
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Warren Platner Lounge Chair in red Knoll fabric with the more expensive bronze frame. Frame is in great condition with no rust. Foam padding is good with the fabric inside back sho...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Dirk van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Mid-Century Modern rocking chair.
Design by Dirk van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers Noordwolde.
Striking Dutch design from the 1960s.
Original rattan fra...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Pair of Armchairs Tito Agnoli Style, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of armchairs in rattan and bamboo bent in the style of Tito Agnoli for Bonacina.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Bamboo / rattan has been polished by a professi...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Italian mid century modern two-seater green fabric and wooden sofa, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Two-seater sofa, covered in green fabric, with turned legs in beech wood and a beautiful, slightly wavy profile of the backrest and armrests.
1950 ca.
Excellent condition, restored a...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Important Maison Jansen Loveseat Reupholstered in Pink Bouclé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eat your hearts out Jansen collectors, this Maison Jansen loveseat is signed underneath with 'Jansen/ Industria Argentina' stenciled fabric signifying this important upholstered sett...
Category
1930s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Jean Gillion Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Tijuca Lounge Chair
By Italma, Jean Gillon
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Designed by Jean Gillion for Italma of Brazil in the 1970s, this 'Tijuca'' lounge chair features a thick leather cushion supported by an intricately woven string hammock on a solid B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rare Pair "Fiorenza" First Edition Armchairs by Franco Albini, Italy, c. 1953
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Rovereta, SM
Rare and Exquisite "Fiorenza" Armchair by Franco Albini, Italy, c. 1953.
This highly collectible model was manufactured by Arflex for one single year.
An early variant of the iconi...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Jano Chairs by Kazuhide Takahama Cassina
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these wonderful Jano chairs designed by Kazuhide Takahama. Featuring original upholstery on chrome steel frame. These are original and produced by Simon Gavina and now Cassina. Fits perfectly in any midcentury or Postmodern home...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Carlo Bartoli Solar Lounge Chair in Fiberglass by Arflex
By Carlo Bartoli, Arflex
Located in Dronten, NL
Carlo Bartoli Solar Lounge Chair in Fiberglass made by Arflex in 1967.
Fiberglass and polyester resin with lacquer finish.
An identical example is included in the permanent collectio...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Marco Zanuso "Square" model living room set
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV168
Marco Zanuso (1916-2001)
"Square" model living room composed of a three-seater sofa, two armchairs and two poufs covered in velvet.
Arfllex production 1962.
Bibliography...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italian Blue Sofa 1970s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani (attributed) and produced by Tecno with original fabric and metal frame with manufacturer’s mark, production Italy ca 1970s.
Please note tha...
Category
1870s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
French Togo Sofa in Green Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam
Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
An exquisite pair of mid-century modern armchairs designed by Jens Risom, crafted circa 1960-1969. Meticulously restored, the walnut framework shines with renewed beauty, complemente...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Poul Kjærholm PK-9 Dining Chairs by E. Kold Christensen Brown Leather, Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Early original 1960's PK9 chairs for E. Kold Christensen (marked), produced circa 1960-1970
This set of 5 chairs will sell individually and are in stunning original condition. They...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
1960s Pair of Swivel Club Chairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
-Rare model
-Newly upholstered
-Chrome plated central legs
-Height of seat 40cm.
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Swedish Rocking Chair in Satin Birch
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish rocking chair in satin birch, dating from the 1960’s.
The quality is superb and this is extremely comfortable to relax in. T...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Birch
1950's Milo Baughman Mid-century Scoop Settee on Iron Legs
Located in Oakland, CA
1950's Milo Baughman “Scoop” sofa settee with curved seating, button tufted back, raised on an iron frame.
Measurements
W 50’’ x D 27,5’’ x H 28,25’’
Seat Height 11''
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Wammes lounge chair by Gerard van den Berg for Montis, The Netherlands
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dark brown leather lounge chair, model "Wammes" designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis in The Netherlands in 1978.
The lounge chair has a nice patina to the leather In the seatin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Bar Stools With Original Cushion
Located in Boston, MA
Pair of authentic Bertoia bar stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, circa 1988. Black powder coated frame with original tan colored seat pad that snaps securely to the fra...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs, Turquoise Velvet by Dettinger, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
This chair was exhibited 1959 as "Mod. 5659" in Germany at the Cologne Furniture Exhibition, this design has made it to the ''Stiftung Deutsches Design Museum c/o Rat für Formgebung'...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Birch
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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