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 Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchair, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
By Henryk Lis
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Beech
Marzio Cecchi 'Balestra' Lounge Chair Con Pouff by Studio Most
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Marzio Cecchi per Most, poltrona e pouf 'Balestra', Italia, 1968.
Moderna poltrona lounge e pouf Balestra con molle in acciaio disegnata dall'architetto fiorentino Marzio Cecchi nel ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Kagan-Dreyfuss Swivel Chairs, Model 100A, by Vladimir Kagan, C. 1960s
Located in Westport, CT
Set of swivel chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan during his Kagan-Dreyfuss partnership in the 1960s. Fully restored by Stamford Modern, these sculptural chairs are reupholstered in a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teal Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, beech, Europe, 1960s
The shape of the armchairs are distinctly organic, marked by a sense of fluid continuity in the curves of the armrests and backre...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This MR10 chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 is a true masterpiece of modern design. Manufactured by unknown manufacturer in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a tes...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair For Cassina
Designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934 and quickly deemed a design icon, t...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
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...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa for Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Rosewood
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...
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Blue Cado Chair, Steen Østergaard, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish production chairs from Plastics Factory 'Krywald' in Knurow have embossed signatures. They come from the 70s. The author of this project is the Danish architect Steen Østergaa...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Plastic
Hoop Armchair by PALANGE & TOFFOLONI
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Armchair designed by Piero Palange and Werther Toffolon. Italy, Germa, 1972.
Black lacquered wooden frame with the original leather upholstery. This is model G23. Seat height: 35 cm...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of walnut lounge chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s. Expertly restored by Stamford Modern, the solid walnut frames feature a rich natural fini...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
1970s Herman Miller Eames Red Time Life Executive Office Chair Mid Century Mod
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration
1970s Herman Miller Eames Red Time Life Executive Office Chair
Label present
Preowned vintage condition Patina and ru...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
1930s Danish Small Club or Library Chair in Dark Green Leather
By Oskar Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming small scale Danish club chair made around the 1930's to 1940's. The Danes called these smaller type chairs "library chairs". Very elegant with backrest with two rows of bu...
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1930s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Eva & Niels Koppel, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and yellow velvet lounge chairs designed by Eva & Niels Koppel and produced by Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, c. 1950s.
The wooden legs present with very l...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Chrome & Wicker Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Stunning original Mies Van der rohe M20 lounge chair made from wicker and chrome. The wicker is in a great vintage state. The chromed tubula...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa for Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Rosewood
Set of 4 'Sapporo' Dining Chairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
'Sapporo' dining chairs, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy, circa 1970.
These chairs are made from Italian walnut with a stunning grain pattern. The chairs are a tim...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of 6 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Canvas, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
A set of 6 walnut and canvas dining chairs, model Monk, for Molteni, Italy, 1970s.
The canvas seats form a beautiful combination with the walnut wood. An interesting and high-quality...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
Joseph-André Motte, Easy Chair model "Tempo" for Steiner, France, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant French Lounge Chair model "Tempo" designed by Joseph-André Motte in the 1950s and produced by Sièges Steiner, France.
Black lacquered metal feet.
Excellent condition.
The pi...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Sori Yanagi Butterfly Stool in Molded Blonde Rosewood for Tendo Mokko
By Sori Yanagi
Located in Chicago, IL
The Butterfly Stool by Sori Yanagi, (1915 - 2011) an iconic figure in Japanese industrial design. Originally created in 1954 using the moulded plywood technique that had been newly ...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful chairs type 200/128, designed by Juliusz Kedziorek and manufactured by Goscieninska Furniture Factory in Poland.
We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice s...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Wool
Lounge Chair designed by the Finnish Designer Simo Heikillä
By IKEA, Simo Heikkilä 1
Located in Beerse, VAN
Simo Heikillä, winner of many design prices, designed this beautiful easy chair for IKEA in the 1990s.
As you can see from the curved wood, a lot of effort has gone into achieving t...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Armchair Model "Eva" by Bruno Mathsson Birch/Hemp, Sweden
Located in München, BY
Mid century armchair model "Eva" made of birch and braided hemp webbing. Design by the well-known Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. The Eva armchair is a design from 1941.
Ve...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Hemp, Birch
Set of 4 Selene Dining Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide
Located in München, DE
Stunning Italian plastic chairs from the 1970s.
Extremely successful design and an enrichment for every home.
The chairs are both comfortable an...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Plastic
Karpen of California Sculptural Gondola Sofa
Located in Fulton, CA
Exceptionally rare Karpen of California gondola sofa in original, as-found condition. A striking, sculptural design with a wave-like depiction. It is, without exception, furniture in art form. This is a project in need of full restoration. A rare opportunity to restore and choose the fabric of new owners choice.
I found an interesting blog about a similar sofa that has undergone an exceptional restoration. Helpful to see the potential of this sofa once restored. To view Google "california karpen sofa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Niels O. Møller Walnut & Hallingdal Wool Chairs, Model 71, Set of 4
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 4 1960s dining chairs model 71 designed by Niels Otto Møller and manufactured by J. L Møllers Møbelfabrik circa 1960-70. Unusual konfigu...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Studio BBPR Design Chairs for Arflex with Iron Frame
By Arflex, Studio BBPR
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting iconic vintage chair designed by the renowned studio BBPR for Arflex, originating from the enchanting 1950s. These timeless classics radiate a unique charm that promises t...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 10 we have available are u...
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Marco Zanuso "Lady" Lounge Chairs with original upholstery 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Marco Zanuso "Lady" Lounge Chairs with original ocher yellow upholstery and patinated brass feet, Italy, 1950s.
For sale is an exquisite pair of "untouched" Lady lounge ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Shearling by Luigi Tiengo, Canada, C. 1960s
By Cimon
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning set of lounge chairs by Luigi Tiengo for Cimon, Montreal, circa 1960s. These iconic pieces feature sculptural walnut frames with an elegant three-leg design, expertly rest...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Mid-Century Danish Balloon Chair by Hans Olsen for Lea Design, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The stylish Balloon Lounge Chair is the work of the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen. The design is raw, playful and embracing, appealing to the senses with exquisite su...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Eames Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair
Located in Fulton, CA
A "Cats Cradle" LAR formed fiberglass lounge chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Circa. 1960's. Elephant Gray fiberglass shell with original metal base. No visible makers mark on this chair.
24.5 inches high.
24 inches wide...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
French Daybed
Located in London, GB
1970s French fiberglass daybed in the style of Marc Berthier. Newly upholstered with a dark blue structure.
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bernhardt Sofa Manner of Milo Baughman
By Bernhardt
Located in Fulton, CA
Bernhardt Furniture Company. Circa. 1970's. Designed in the manner of Milo Baughman. Wood sides and back. Nice addition to a Hollywood Regency or Mid-Century Modern interior. Very go...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Norwegian Post Modern Ekornes Brown Leather Birch frame Sofa
By Ekorness
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century Norwegian Post Modern Ekornes leather teak sofa. Great light brown/tan leather with solid Blonde birch wood frames. Beautiful condition and very comfortable. Great Norweg...
Category
1980s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Birch
Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise.
The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Danish Patina
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Beautiful patina, reupholstered in cognac (orange/yellow/brown tone) leather. Thi...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of six Mid-Century modern dining chairs, manufactured in Denmark, 1960s. Oak and teak frame, reupholstered with quality wool fabric by Kvadrat. Good vintage condition, minor pati...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak, Teak
Pair of MCM Swivel Armless Lounge Chairs With Chanel Inspired Woven Textile
Located in Mckinney, TX
Feast your eyes on this impeccable pair of mid century swivel chairs, upholstered plinth base, with a sculptural, armless silhouette and a surprisingly generous seat. Upholstered in ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Cotton
Set of 4 Danish Oak Dining Chairs by Erik Buch
Located in München, DE
Extraordinarily beautiful Danish chairs from the 1960s.
Erik Buch is known for his very stable and comfortable chairs.
This set consisting of 4 chairs is a highlight for every apartm...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mushroom Ottoman in Taupe Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a taupe colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chair in Pierre Frey Fluffy Fabric, Artifort, 1970s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
A beautiful Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chair, re-upholstered in high-quality Pierre Frey wool from Paris, France, offering excellent structural properties and a soft, luxurious feel fo...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Alpaca, Mohair
Mid Century Modern French Wood Bench, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid Century Modern Rationalist Wood Bench.
Manufactured in France, circa 1960.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Mate...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Lane Leather & Wood Ekornes Stressless Style Lounge Chair + Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in America, designed after the success of the Ekornes Stressless design. Lane made meaningful transformations to the design, including the segmented style chair portion and the ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Moleca Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The "Moleca" lounge chair is a significant piece of Brazilian design history, created in 1957 by master designer Sergio Rodrigues. It is a beautiful example of Rodrigues's unique and...
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Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chair, newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey 100% Alpaca fabric, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional, 1950s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very comfortable and attractive pair of lounge chairs from the 1950s by Paul McCobb. The armchairs are newly upholstered and covered with a high-quality, off-white wool fabric.
Mode...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Set of Eight MidCentury Butterfly Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back in beautiful italian fabric.
This chair can be customized to your specifications or COM. Wood, stain, finish, fabric and custom dimensions options are available. Check the last pictures with color samples.
This is vintage chair after professional renovation.
Designed in 1960s in Poland.
About the fabric used in this option:
A linen fabric, whose pictorial personality is defined by the printed reproduction of a 17th century design, which transforms into a contemporary tapestry to revive one of the noblest forms of the textile tradition, thanks to a modern-day sensitivity. An ideal solution for curtains or seating of medium-intensive use.
Dedar Schwarzwald...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Vintage Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Slatted Wood & Iron Swivel Bar Stools MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful set of four slatted wood and iron bar stools. Attributed to Arthur Umanoff, circa 1970s. Feature a swivel seat.
Dimensions:
20" x 17" x 41.5"h, seat 30"
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
'Relaxer 2' Rocking Chair by Verner Panton for Rosenthal Studio-Line, 1974
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Verner Panton Relaxer. Designed in 1974 and manufactured by Rosenthal Studio-line in Germany. Labeled. Beech wood solid frame with cushion in original yellow cotton fabric. ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Ekornes Stressless Cognac Leather Reclining Swivel Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Ekorness "stressless" chair and matching ottoman. The chair tilts and has a nicely patinated cognac leather. It is very comfortable to sit in -hence the name, "stressless"!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Birch
Bruno Rey Stacking Chairs designed by Kush & Co, Germany, 1971, Model 3300
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic stackable High-quality solid wooden beech chairs model 3300 designed by Bruno Rey, manufacturer: Kusch & Co in Germany, Manufacturer's labels attached to the bottom of each ch...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Two - Seater Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Two - Seater Sofa For Cassina
The encapsulation of design brilliance, business insight and made-in-Italy artisan craftsmanship, this sofa is an international bestseller steeped in timeless beauty and functionality.
Its enveloping contours accentuate the comfort of this design sofa, ensured by the chain mechanism (incorporated into the foam cushion) that controls adjustment of the backrest position.
The unpretentious innovation of the adjustable headrest and the reassuring appearance and simplicity of the soft padding sum up the singularity of this design by Vico Magistretti.
REMOVABLE UPHOLSTERY
Maralunga 40...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Pink Mohair Lounge Club Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
An eye catching Parsons style chair attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggins, circa 1970s. Features a cubed frame upholstered in a posh pink...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Hardwood
Pedro Friedeberg Iconic Wood Hand Chair, 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
This beautiful golden brown Pedro Friedeberg hand chair was commissioned in the 1960s and is crafted of solid Honduran Mahogany. In 1961 when Pedro was working with artist Mathias Go...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva sofa or daybed.
Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak fram...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Sculptural Dining Arm Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti Walnut
By Gio Ponti
Located in Miami, FL
Custom Sculptural Dining Chairs in the style of Gio Ponti. Solid walnut frames, upholstered backs and seats. Arm height is 25.25”. Available seat height is 17.5" - 19”. Made in the U...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mimo Italian Leather Slipper Chairs, Italy 1970's
By Mimo Padova
Located in New York, NY
A large and comfortable pair of leather-covered injected foam loungers. Another pair is available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
20th Century Vintage Ochre Yellow Boucle Atlantis Big Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin/Poland at the moment they are unique.
Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in ev...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, easy chair and ottoman, model '1705', steel, fabric, United States, design ca. 1962, production later.
This iconic lounge chair by Warren Platner is create...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian 'Krobo' Bench in Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Mellemstrands
Located in Karlstad, SE
"Krobo" bench by Torbjørn Afdal for Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Norway.
The bench is made of solid wood with thick rosewood vaneer. It can be used in many ways, for example as a...
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
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...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Italian Studio Built Glass and Brass Bench, in stock
By Fontana Arte
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Italian studio built glass and brass stools, in stock
Exquisite custom-built glass and brass stools, handcrafted in Italy by a dedicated team of studio artisans. Reflecting r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Josef Hoffmann for Stendig Bentwood and Cane Model 811 Prague Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Original Set of Six Josef Hoffmann for Stendig Bentwood and Cane Model 811 Prague Chairs.
Four side chairs and two armchairs.
Measures 18"W x 20" D and 32" height for the side chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Bentwood, Plywood
Yrjö Kukkapuro Saturnus Chair & Stool in White & Black Leather, Haimi 1970s
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Helsinki, FI
A modernistic lounge chair and stool set from the Saturn (Saturnus) series by one of the most celebrated contemporary Finnish designers Yrjö Kukkapuro, aka The Grand Old Man of Finni...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Three - Seater Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Three - Seater Sofa For Cassina
The encapsulation of design brilliance, business insight and made-in-Italy artisan craftsmanship, this sofa is an international bestseller steeped in timeless beauty and functionality.
Its enveloping contours accentuate the comfort of this design sofa, ensured by the chain mechanism (incorporated into the foam cushion) that controls adjustment of the backrest position.
The unpretentious innovation of the adjustable headrest and the reassuring appearance and simplicity of the soft padding sum up the singularity of this design by Vico Magistretti.
REMOVABLE UPHOLSTERY
Maralunga 40...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Toshiyuki Kita, Canta Armchair With Arms and Headrest For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Toshiyuki Kita, Canta Armchair With Arms and Headrest For Cassina
The rhythm of life in the smart working era and the habits of an increasingly connected society inspired this seri...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Polyester
20th Century Italian Single Vintage Walnut Lounge Chair by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut designed by Paolo Buffa, in good condition. The detailed club chair is composed with tw...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Patricia Urquiola Mon - Cloud Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Mon - Cloud Sofa For Cassina
A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality.
Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Mon-Cloud is an extremely elega...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
1960's Mid Century Modern Danish Style Rocking Arm Chair
Located in San Carlos, CA
🌟 Vintage Mid Century Modern Rocking Chair from Yugoslavia 🌟
Step back in time with this stunning piece of mid century mode...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Bumerang Chair, Light Creme White Boucle, 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 th...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
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