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 celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid Century Robert Haussmann for Stendig RH-304 De Sede Chairs Set of 8
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A unique set of (8) RH-304 or 'Polaris' Suede/ Leather chairs. designed by Robert Haussmann and manufactured by Stendig De Sede. This set was made circa 1960. these chairs are uphols...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Marcel Breuer Set of 6 Cesca Chairs, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Set of six chairs Mod. Cesca designed by Marcel Breuer, Italy
Walnut wood backrest, chromed steel tubular frame and Vienna straw. Its size and lightness make it a versatile model t...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
$2,994 / set
14 Piece Cubed Modular Curved Pit Sofa Circa 1980s
Located in Bensalem, PA
Truly amazing modular sofa you will not find another one like it circa 1980s can be arranged in numerous settings. Feel free to reach out with any questions. corner pieces are 32 inc...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Mid-Century armchairs, Paolo Buffa Style, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of Mid-Century armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy
This is a very elegant pair of 1950s Italian armchairs, polished solid wood structure and fabric cushions, an iconic...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Adjustable Contour Chaise Lounge for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Glendale, CA
Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Outdoor Adjustable Chaise Lounge for Knoll.
Executed in enameled aluminum and mesh with Knoll manufacturer's stamp on the underside of the chair. Seek...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Pair of Early Elephant Hide Grey Cassina Cab 414 Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Dronten, NL
Pair of very early Mario Bellini Cab 414 arm chairs made by Cassina, with elephant hide grey saddle leather upholstery zippered over the steel frame. M...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Fredrik A. Kayser, Model 2222 for Rastad & Relling. Manufactured by Hjelm & Årn
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Armchair model 2222 by Fredrik A. Kayser for Rastad & Relling. Manufactured by Hjelm & Årnes, Norway, c. 1955. Newly upholstered in sheepskin. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
'Pragh' easy chair by Madsen & Schubell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 'Pragh' - Easy chair in patinated beech and new 'Myrthus' textile (colour: Taupe).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Brown Beige Velvet, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Set of 4 Mid-Century Dining Cafe Bentwood Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century vintage thonet cafe chairs style number '18' - Set of matching 4 in original condition with patina. The wood has been oiled showing hones...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Club Chair and Ottoman
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful smaller scale chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Nice comfortable chair sitting on stubby mahogany legs with casters. Chair is quite comfortable.
Liste...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
$4,400 / set
Mid Century Blue Velvet, Walnut Wood, Heart Chair, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renova...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Model FP3007 Dining Chairs by designer Pierre Mennen for Pastoe, 1972
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model FP3007 dining chairs, designed by Pierre Mennen for Pastoe, 1972. Sold for both public and private use. The legs are made of "shock polystyrene". T...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Plastic, Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome-Polished Steel Wrapped Swivel Chairs
Located in Roanoke, VA
Milo Baughman Chrome Cased Swivel Chair for Thayer Coggin, 1960s. Stunning pair of barrel chairs with mirror finish chrome backs and bases. Original hot pink upholstery. The coolest ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman Scoop Chairs in Cocoa Bouclé with Iron Legs c. 1950s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This pair of Milo Baughman 1950s scoop chairs hit all the marks with gorgeous Mid Century Modern sculptural profiles, a very comfortable ergonomic design with wide seats, and new sof...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Lounge Chair
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this all original vintage Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Lounge Chair.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Set of 8 Brutalist Dining Chairs, Aranjou, France c. 1960s
By Aranjou
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful set of 8 brutalist dining chairs manufactured by Aranjou, France c. 1960s. Massive dark stained oak and organic shape.
W...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair vintage midcentury Milo Baughman model 1188 Thin Line small chrome chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
Pair of Milo Baughman model 1188 'Thin Line' small armchairs. Designed for Thayer Coggin in the 1970s, these minimalistic chairs have a slim squared-off chrome frame, with original t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
1950s Svend skipper designed wing armchair mid century scandinavia
Located in London, GB
Svend Skipper's wing armchair design features boucle fabric upholstery and teak wood arm endings and feet, capturing the essence of mid-century Scandinavian design.
Fully restored, ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Dominique Copper Clemenceau Stool, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable stool by Domin & Genievre for the Clemenceau warship. A rare copper version of the famous stool.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Copper
Zanotta "Grand Italia" Black Leather Daybed by De Pas, D'Urbino & Lomazzi
Located in Dronten, NL
Vintage very rare "Grand Italia" black leather and enameled steel daybed designed by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Zanotta, Italy, circa 1979. This iconic daybed consists of black en...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Morro Dining Side Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Morro Dining Side Chair is made from a solid American walnut or white oak frame and features an upholstered back cushion and a leather sling seat.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
$1,835 / item
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
$20,266 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by carl malmsten circa 1960.
Well known model of sofa designed by carl malmsten, this sofa is a 3 seater.
Shaped back and arms, with tufted ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mushroom Ottoman in Orchid Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in an orchid colored curly boucle fabric. Orchid is a muted purple color. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
$375 / item
Mario Bellini, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Vinyl, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beech and black vinyl lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini and produced by La Rinascente, Italy, c. 1960s.
Model documented in period advertisement.
Overall Dimensions...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Midcentury Folke Ohlsson Dux Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman - Teak Bracket Back
Located in Decatur, GA
Rare bracket back version of the Profil chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden. All new full grain veg tanned saddle tone leather. New foam, straps and batting. Solid old growth te...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
$1,965 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Maple, Lacquer
Danish 1940's Easy Lounge Chair with Amber Shearling and Wooden Armrests
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime lounge chair in the style of Viggo Boesen most likely made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk of Denmark sometime in the 1940s. This supercool low swung chair in unmarked but has the ch...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Charlotte Perriand Berger Walnut Wood Stool For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool For Cassina
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61.
Relaunched by Cassina in 2011.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Rec...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$1,077 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid Century Orphisme Multicolored Velvet Armchair by M. Puchala, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Armchair designed by Mieczyslaw Puchala. Dark brown wood combined with a beautiful french velvet gives it elegance and nobility.
The chair has undergone a full carpentry and uphols...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Beech
Vintage Modern Thonet Loveseat, New Mohair
By Thonet
Located in Raleigh, NC
Classic Thonet loveseat featuring the iconic bentwood construction that made this Austrian furniture house legendary. The gracefully curved bentwood arms showcase the traditional st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Maple
Brazilian Designer, Slipper Chair, Iron, Velvet, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A white-lacquered iron and grey velvet lounge designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Oxidation present throughout metal frame. Cushions reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Overa...
Category
1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umamoff 2 Seat Bench for Washington Wood Products
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arthur Umanoff for Washington Wood Craft 2 Seat Bench. Danish inspired design, black legs with blond trim and curved seats. All original! Vinyl and foam still pretty good! Retain...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Rattan Armchair Mod.P3, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Chaise longue/armchair made entirely of rattan mod. P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s.
The structure is composed of a single component that "bends" to form the inclined backres...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan
Mushroom Ottoman in Olive Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in an olive green colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A great sculptural accent...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
$375 / item
Pair of 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs by Gigi Radice, Rubelli Fabric
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian lounge chairs designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, evocative of the celebrated Lady model. These armchairs embody the elegance and d...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Pair Milo Baughman Style 180 Swivel Base Lounge Chairs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair Milo Baughman Style Swivel Base Club Lounge Chairs . These do a swivel 180 turn.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Black full leather. Has flat caps on the e...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$3,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Charles & Ray Eames Early LCW Ash Lounge Chair for Herman Miller, 1951
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Charles & Ray Eames LCW lounge chair in Ash plywood. Early Herman Miller production from the fifties (5-2-4 screw configuration), just after Herman Miller took over production...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Ash, Plywood
San Rafael Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Sofa is a generously proportioned sofa that excels in comfort. The plush wide-channel tufted cushions are tailored beautifully to interlock with the expertly crafted ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mesa Sectional by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa sectional is fully upholstered and features a walnut or oak plinth base. Dimensions: 120"W x 72"D x 31"H.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ange...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
$11,245 / item
Expertly Restored - Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Arm Chair for Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern armchair, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, is a true testament to the elegance of molded plywood. Featuring a sculptural silhouette, the chai...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Bentwood
Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer.
Manufactured by Auping (Netherlands), circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a be...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
$988 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Natural Woven Cane and Walnut Frame
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This lounge chair embodies a refined mid-century modern aesthetic, blending sculptural woodwork with rich, tactile upholstery. The frame features elegantly curved armrests in a walnu...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa Piece in Leather – Priced per Section
Located in Hilversum, NL
This modular sofa, composed of three separate elements, is a stylish revival of 1970s design. Upholstered in vintage leather, it offers exceptional comfort and embodies the relaxed e...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Danish 1950s Medium Size Lounge Chairs in Floral Fabric and Skirts
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful pair of 1950s Danish easy chairs in the style of Peter Hvidt. Very elegant with their distinct shape, precise lines and harmonious proportions. The size make them very ver...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Black leather 3 seat sofa dark wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Black leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in nic...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Birch
Vintage Daybed in the Style of Donald Judd, Pine wood and Linen, c. 1970s
By Donald Judd
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Vintage Daybed in the Style of Donald Judd, c. 1970s. Constructed from solid pine with a new linen cushion. Wear consistent with age and use, including marks, scratches, and minor de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Linen, Pine
Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina Rattan Lounge Chair, Model "Margherita"
Located in Antwerp, BE
Origianal in good condition Iconic Rattan Fifties Chair designed by Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina, Italy.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Set of 6 model B64 "Cesca" Chairs with armrests by Marcel Breuer for KnollStudio
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The iconic 'Cesca' chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. It was named after Breuer's daughter Francesca.
Knoll introduced the Cesca Chair in 1968. The chair combines a great...
Category
1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Taupe Sheepskin
Located in Saint Louis, US
Relax and unwind in this beautifully comfortable original Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and ottoman set. The chair is accompanied by an ottoman of which both are fully reupholstered in hi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Large vintage 1950s red velvet curved sofa Italian design
Located in None, IT
Large curved sofa with red velvet upholstery, black metal legs with gilt brass finials, Italian design, 1950s.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
$3,284 Sale Price
40% Off
MOD Grey Leather Sofa by Molinari
By Molinari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century gray leather two-seater sofa by Italian manufacturer Molinari, styled in the spirit of Dutch designer Gerard van den Berg. This piece embodies the relaxed, low-slung eleg...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Lime Velvet Plushy FR Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech
Midcentury Knoll Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Authentic Midcentury Modern Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll – Premium Stainless Steel Version
Offered for sale is an iconic Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of knoll Barcelona Chairs Stainless Steel with ottoman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Authentic Midcentury Modern Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll – Premium Stainless Steel Version
Offered for sale is an iconic Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Folding Safari Chairs in Patinated Faux-Bamboo with Caned Backs and Seat
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and unusual pair of folding Safari chairs are made of patinated faux bamboo with caned backs and seats and leather armrests. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" Easy Chair for Westnofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall back "Siesta" easy chair with attractively curved wooden frame and upholstered seat and back covered in dark brown leather. Designed by Norwegian architect and designer Ingmar R...
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ten Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chairs, Lime Velvet Plushy Dedar, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The “Bumerang Chair” is a characteristic piece of furniture from the Polish People’s Republic (PRL) era. Its name comes from the distinctive shape of the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Textile, Wool, 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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