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
Returnable Items Only
Pair of Italian Armchairs by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, FR
A set of two Italian collectible vintage armchairs first designed by Gio Ponti for manufacturing company Casa e Giardino in the late 1930s.
These have yet to be restored. Price inclu...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
French Togo Sofa in Cognac 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
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel-Tilt Club Chairs, a Pair, 1960s
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is an iconic pair of club chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Perfect proportions and great comfort are the best way to describe these chairs.
Featuring full...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare François Monnet lounge chairs for Kappa France 1972
By Kappa, François Monnet
Located in London, GB
Rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Jean François Monnet and manufactured by Kappa, France, in 1972.
Very rare to find as less than a hundred chairs were made.
These are in fan...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
ISA Bergamo Pair of Fabric and Brass Ottomans, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Naples, IT
Original pair of 1950s Italian stools in original velvet and brass feet.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Vintage Frosta Bentwood Stacking Stools for Ikea, 1990s
By IKEA, Alvar Aalto
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of Frosta Bend wood stools. 4 Pieces original designed by Alvar Aalto manufactured by Ikea. Must love this perfect honing color. Stack able.
So stylish when unused st...
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Mario Bellini Bambole lounge chair B&B Italia 1972
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic Bambole lounge chair and poof designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The Le Bambole collection marked a breakthrough i...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Midcentury Recliner Lounge Chair circa 1970
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique reclining cantilevered lounge chair made of bent wood. This chair also swivels 360'.
Green leather has some age. Leave as is or recover to your liking.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate Sofa, New Mohair, Italy, 1960s
Located in London, GB
An original Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate (or Chromate) Sofa, model P11, manufactured by Azucena in Italy, in the 1960s. Chrome-plated steel. Newly upholstered in drak brown...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, 1964, Set of 10
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, straw and wood, France, 1964, set of ten.
The chairs have a simple and timeless design. The fancy backrest and seat in straw com...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Straw, Wood
Bonacina Attrib. Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Hight-Backed Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of original 1960s low chairs with curved bamboo high back, beautiful design and comfortable seating. Italian production 1960.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Magenta red Pierre Paulin tongue side chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort 1967
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Playful Pierre Paulin tongue chair covered in a bright red fabric with a magenta touch. It was designed in 1967 and produced by Artifort, an expressive and timeless design that was i...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Black Leather and Chrome 'Tamara' Folding Chair by Arrben Italy, 1970s
By Arrben
Located in Zagreb, HR
A vintage leather and chrome folding chair, model 'Tamara', produced by Arrben Italy, 1970s.
Fully functional an in good vintage condition with expected signs of age and patina, as ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Chrome and Patchwork Leather Scandinavian Design Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- confortable
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Stackable Mid-Century Dining Chairs, Adam Stegner for Pagholz Flötotto
Located in Zagreb, HR
Mid-Century Modern stackable dining chairs or visitor chairs with a wooden base and molded lacquered plywood seat, a technology invented by the manufacturing company Flötotto. Produc...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Anfibio, natural leather sofa by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, Italy 1970s
Located in Padova, IT
3 seater sofa, day bed Anfibio designed by Alessandro Becchi and produced by Giovannnetti in 1970s.
Designed in 1970, the Anfibio sofa bed has been described by critics around the wo...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Cognac Leather Office Chair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather office chair designed by the renowned Italian designer Guido Faleschini for I4 Mariani. This swivel desk chair, part of The Pace Collection, captures the essence of th...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Multiple Eames Aluminum Group EA108 Dining Chairs Charcoal Netweave Mesh, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Comfortable dining and/or conference chair EA108 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Comfort is guaranteed w...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Other
Rare Midcentury Balance Variable Knee Chair, Peter Opsvik, Norway, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
Category
1980s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rino Maturi Corner sofa model Nuvolone 1970
By Mimo Padova
Located in PARIS, FR
Modular sofa consisting in 4 seats of which one corner.
The model Nuvolone was designed by Rino Maturi for the italian editor Mimo Padova.
The dimensions of the seats are generous a...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Scandinavian functionalist lounge chair, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A functionalist lounge chair designed in the manner of Florence Knoll, produced by an unidentified Swedish manufacturer in the 1960s. Crafted from square chrome plate metal bars held...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Caned Oak Settee Bench with Bentwood Arms
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-century beautifully grained oak settee, bench or loveseat with bentwood arms and caned back and seat. Seat, 18"H. Minimal wear to the wood frame from gentle use, no breaks in can...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood
“Fiorenza” Chair by Franco Albini or Arflex, Italy 1970
By Franco Albini, Arflex
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The “Fiorenza” chair is an iconic design by Franco Albini, manufactured by Arflex in Italy around 1970.
The elegant curves of the wooden frame contrast nicely to the light fabric of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 'Parallel Bar' Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll, 1954
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Nice pair of lounge chairs from the ‘Parallel Bar’ series designed by Florence Knoll Basset around 1954. Probably manufactured around 1960 by De Coene in Kortrijk under license for K...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
2-Seater 'Parallel Bar' Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1954
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A 2-seater sofa with armrests from the ‘Parallel Bar’ series designed by Florence Knoll Basset around 1954. Early version from 1960 probably manufactured by De Coene in Kortrijk unde...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Red mid-century modern lounge chair
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Red mid-century modern lounge chair in original vintage condition with signs of use.
Category
1970s Slovak Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Magnus Olesen blue chair, probably by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sørensen, Denmark
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Eye-catching blue chair, from Denmark, mid=century
Attribution mark: Magnus Olesen
Probably by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sørensen
Beautiful wooden curves Original fabric, in a fabul...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Midcentury Eames Aluminum Group Managment Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are a set of 6 Eames side chairs upholstered in gorgeous fabric. Elegance and comfort separates this iconic chair from the rest. The upholstery is in wonderful...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of armchairs and ottomans designed by Antonio Citterio, Italy 1980s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exclusive set of two armchairs with ottomans of incredible design attributed to Antonio Citterio. These armchairs and ottomans are a beautiful and rare variant of the Scissor chair t...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Green Armchair Designer Piero Gilardi Production Gugliermetto Experience
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Green armchair designed by Piero Gilardi in 2012 and produced by Gugliermetto Experience.
Piero Gilardi brings the natural element inside homes: a green Malachite rock, emerges from...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Other
Set of Four Swivel Bar Stools Attributed to Frederick Weinberg Circa 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four swivel bar stools circa 1950s, attributed to Frederick Weinberg.
Seat diameter is 15.5", overall diameter at footrest is 21".
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Armonia Walnut Dining Chair, Silvio Piattelli design made in Italy
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Introducing the Armonia Chair.
This listing and pricing is for single chair. Use drop down menu to create your set.
The chairs are made from Italian solid walnut wood, which is kno...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Amanta by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1966
Located in Budapest, HU
The Amanta set was designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966 and was one of his most iconic designs. This modular sofa set consists of 4 items and is dressed in blue-colourful...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
Ward Bennett Landmark Chair
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
"Landmark" arm chair designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, circa 1970s. The outwardly simple construction has a frame of solid wood, impeccably joined, with an arched back...
Category
Mid-20th Century American 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 the backrest, resembling a boome...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Wool, Beech
Cassina Cab chairs in burundy, design 1977 by Mario Bellini
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Set of 6 of the famous Cassina cab 412 chairs in Burgundy by Mario Bellini.
The leather is in on very good condition, with normal traces of use.
The plastic caps under the seat are...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Rare Chair TON designed by Antonin Suman, Scandinavian Style, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- confortable
- the wood will be restored before shipping
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Lc1 armchairs by Le Corbusier & Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Pair of Lc1 armchairs designed by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina.
Original chromed structure with steel round tube and tilting back, and original leather armrests wi...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of armchairs mod. San Luca by Achille & Piergiacomo Castiglioni for Gavina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Pair of armchairs mod. San Luca designed by Achille & Piergiacomo Castiglioni for Gavina, original structure and fabric.
Sanluca is the first fruit of a deep collaboration and frie...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 6 Black 1980s 1-2-3 Series Dining Chairs by Verner Panton for Rosenthal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Six 1-2-3 Series dining chairs by Verner Panton for Rosenthal with chrome bases, newly reupholstered in Pauline Black. In otherwise original condition with visible wear consis...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Chrome and Velvet Dining Set
Located in Budapest, HU
Crafted with precision, this stunning combination of chrome, velvet, and smoked glass radiates elegance and class. The sleek design features soft curves and flowing lines that create...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Dining Chairs, Model 9513 by Tom Robertson for McIntosh, U.K. 1960's
Located in London, GB
These chairs were designed by Tom Robertson for McIntosh in the 1960's. The chairs have a minimalist Japanese style frame with organic rounded edges. Made of solid teak wood. The sur...
Category
1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
Set of 2 Amsterdam Chairs in Green Velour, by Pierre Guariche, France 1950's
Located in London, GB
A set of 2 Amsterdam Chairs in Green Velvet in a timeless style. Designed by renowned French designer Pierre Guariche in the 1950's, these chairs exude mid-century modern sophisticat...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Amsterdam Chairs by Pierre Guariche in Honey Mustard, France 1950's
Located in London, GB
This set of 4 Amsterdam Chairs by Pierre Guariche, in Honey Mustard Velvet upholstery, created in France in the 1950's, is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. The clean ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century De Sede Style Seven Piece Moss Green Leather Modular Sectional Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century De Sede style green leather 7 piece modular sectional sofa with three corner pieces. Has bottom clips to attach sections together. Corner pieces measure 33" x 33", single...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Dirk Van Sliedregt Model 514C High Back Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Chrome Sled Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Dirk Van Sliedregt designed, high back, "Model 514C" woven rattan lounge chair with tubular metal frame. Manufactured by Gebr. Jonkers in the 1970's. In original conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
1970s Dirk Van Sliedregt Model 514C Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Chrome Sled Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Dirk Van Sliedregt designed, high back, "Model 514C" woven rattan lounge chair with tubular metal frame. Manufactured by Gebr. Jonkers in the 1970's. In original conditi...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Dirk Van Sliedregt Model 514C High Back Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Chrome Sled Leg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Dirk Van Sliedregt designed, high back, "Model 514C" woven rattan lounge chair with tubular metal frame. Manufactured by Gebr. Jonkers in the 1970's. In good original co...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Dirk Van Sliedregt Model 514C High Back Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Chrome Sled Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Dirk Van Sliedregt designed, high back, "Model 514C" woven rattan lounge chair with tubular metal frame. Manufactured by Gebr. Jonkers in the 1970's. In original conditi...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Black 'Camaleonda' Five Section Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible 5 Section 'Camaleonda' modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini for renowned manufacturer B&B Italia in original black leather. Originally created in 1970 this famous sofa w...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Dutch Nanna Ditzel Inspired Hanging Rattan Basket Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Mid-Century Dutch hand bent and woven rattan free-hanging scooping basket chair. Inspired by the classic 'Egg' chair by iconic Danish designer Nanna Ditzel this piece is a ...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Niels Otto Moller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chairs, Denmark 1960's
Located in London, GB
The Niels Moller chair model 78 was designed in 1962 and exemplifies the quality of design and construction. The frame is a reduced form, turned and carved to meet the user, providin...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Mid Century Cushman Chairs
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Classic Maple Cushman Chairs. Timeless styling and quality craftsmanship. Rounded back with fanned supports. Nicely detailed arm and legs.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $450
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Maple
Saarinen Style Black Faux Leather Rolling Office Chair w/ Newly Upholstered Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage black faux leather rolling office chair with chrome base and wheels. The seat cushion is new vintage vinyl. Height adjustable. Just spin baby, spin! In original condition wit...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 4 Teak & Velvet Dining Chairs, by Dyrlund Model 141, Denmark 1960's
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A touch of mid-century modern cool to your dining room with this set of 4 Teak and Velvet dining chairs by Dyrlund Model 141, Denmark 1960's. The sleek and sophisticated design featu...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Set of Ten Modern Dining Chairs with Barrel Backs and Multicolor Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the unique charm and style of our set of ten modern dining chairs, beautifully crafted from wood and meticulously restored by our professional in-house team of craftsmen. Th...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair Ottoman with black base
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair Ottoman with Black base. Chair is probably 10-15 years old. Good overall shape.
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
1970's Space age armchair by Raphael Rafael
Located in London, Lambeth
Ivory plastic club chair designed by Rachel Raffel produced
in France in 1970's in tulip style rounded seat
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Plastic
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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