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
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning gondola form sofa from Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates. Newly upholstered in an ivory velvet with restored walnut base. A striking form and sculptural silhouette to th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Swivel Lounge Chair Mid Century Modern Model 62 by G Plan
Located in London, GB
Once described as 'the worlds most comfortable chair' this reupholstered piece in Italian velvet will surely bring out your inner Bond Villain. Appearing in original black the model ...
Category
1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Knoll Spoleto Chairs 1970s Set of 4
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Knoll Spoleto chairs. Marcel Breuer designed the B33 chair in 1927, it is based on the cantilever principle (cantilevered), in the same spirit as t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Gio Ponti, Exceptional Pair of Rare Wingback Armchairs in Walnut, Italy, 1940s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti (1891 - 1979)
A rare and extraordinary pair of wingback armchairs by modernist master Gio Ponti, in polished walnut with white bouclé upholstery. The chairs' striking fili...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Pair of Compas Wood Counter Stools, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of compas counter stools or high chairs, wood and rope. In the mood of Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Gio Ponti, Osvaldo Borsani.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Rope
Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional
Located in Baltimore, MD
A stunning pair of mid-century modern 1960s “Arc” lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional furniture. An exceptional pair, both for their form and quality. The pair emb...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Rattan sofa by Maugrion for Roche Bobois, made in France, 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Lyon, FR
Gorgeous rattan sofa, made in France by Maugrion "Le rotin prestige" (the prestigious rattan), for Roche Bobois, in 1980s.
3 seats sofa in rattan, newly upholstered with a pistachio ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Rattan
Mid Century Danish Black Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Detroit, MI
This gorgeous pair of vintage mid century Danish modern black Swan chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen were made in Denmark and produced in 2002. They feature a 4-star aluminum ...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
One Bruno Rey for Stendig Stacking Chair
By Bruno Rey
Located in Pasadena, TX
One chair designed by Bruno Rey and made by Stendig. One side chair with upholstered seat in a royal blue leather.
1 side chair
1 armchair
Reupholste...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Iron Lounge Chair & Ottoman Set Attr: Dan Johnson Circa 1950
By Dan Johnson
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful mid-century lounge chair & ottoman set having solid black iron frames with mahogany paddle arms newly upholstered in thick boucle’ fabric attributed to Dan Johnson.
North...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Bouclè Armchairs Model FM 106 by Framar, 50s
By Framar
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Produced in Italy in the 1950s by the Framar company (Fratelli Marelli), this pair of spectacular lounge chairs! With its lightweight rosewood frame, understated wing-back top and sw...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Carlo de Carli Italian Midcentury Chair
Located in bari, IT
Italian midcentury chair Boomerang model by Carlo De Carli designer.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Mushroom Ottoman in Orchid Boucle
Located in Vallejo, 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
Mid-Century Iron Sectional Sofa Set Attributed To Dan Johnson Circa 1950
By Dan Johnson
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful mid-century 4-pc sectional sofa set having solid black iron frames with mahogany paddle arms newly upholstered in thick boucle’ fabric attributed to Dan Johnson.
North Am...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs or Lounge Chairs Walnut Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super comfy matching pair of barrel back lounge chairs circa 1960's. These feature swiveling walnut base with blue fabric. Fabric is old and should be replaced.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Nagono by Studio Dellarobbia Sectional Sofa
By DellaRobbia
Located in Pasadena, TX
Nagono by Studio Dellarobbia Sectional Sofa
Versatile sectional consisting of four pieces; (1) armless lounge chair, (1) corner piece, (1) chaise with right facing arm and one lounge with left facing arm. Each piece can be used independently or joined.
Detailed measurements in the last photo:
130" width x 59" depth x 28" height
Seat height 16"
Arm height 22"
Some wear to chaise. Roll of fabric...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Very rare and limited Togo ‘Liberty' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset France
By Ligne Roset
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning limited vintage TOGO in its original ‘liberty’ velvet.
From its first owner (1979). Exceptional condition.
Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset France & sold bij Aèra...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Gray Leather Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of four (8 available) mid century modern cantilever Brno arm chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll were produced in 2002. These iconic Bauhaus modernist chairs originally de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Sculpted Oak Armchairs by Madison Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern arm chairs feature unique "box" style sides. The beautiful wood grain and floating angled backrest add to the allure. Smooth edges and plush blue upholstery ensure comfort in any modern interior. Made by Madison Furniture Industries...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak
Lina Bo Bardi, One Chair "Girafa"
Located in PARIS, FR
In 1986, Marcelo Ferraz and Marcelo Suzuki teamed up with Lina Bo Bardi to work on a series of projects in Salvador, such as the Casa do Benin restaurant and the Teatro Gregório de M...
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Hardwood
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, Sectional sofa model ‘Snake’ DS-600, leather, Switzerland, 1972.
An amazing design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerla...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Very Rare T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Side Chairs Wood & Nickel & Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings in the 1960s, these chairs were part of a long-running partnership with Widdicomb. Of the many successful pieces they made, these are among the rar...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Set of Twelve Benny Linden Teak Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This set of twelve BL10 Sanne chairs, designed in the 1970s by Danish designer Benny Linden, is a splendid example of Scandinavian design's influence extending beyond its borders, ha...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Nuova X-Line Chairs by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Hybodan AS, Denmark 1970s
By Hybodan
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set of 4 Scandinavian minimalistic stackable Nuova X-line chairs designed by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Hybodan AS, Denmark, 1970s. Chairs have a chromed steel frame and perforated me...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair & Ottoman, Blue Upholstery, Black Frame
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair, Blue Upholstery, Black Wrought Iron Frame. Being sold as is. The chair is in original condition and will need new upholstery if you're planning ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Near Pair of Woodard Sculptura Lounge Armchairs Restored
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Restored near pair of Sculptura armchair lounge chairs. Totally cleaned down and powder coated silver with new plastic floor glides. Sold as a set (2)
One chair is slightly smaller ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of Four "Waterfall" Barstools by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four "Waterfall" barstools in acrylic with leather upholstery.
Designed by Charles Hollis Jones and originally made for the Pip's club in Los Angeles, owned by Playboy Magazin...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Lucite
Pair of Vintage Modern Barcelona Style Slipper Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning midcentury design with heavy flat bar chrome bases and tufted upholstery. The "X" shaped sides and angled seats ensure maximum comfort without sacrificing style. This eleg...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pouf
Located in Lugo, IT
Pouf in tessuto o alcantara non perfetto come da foto.
Una ruota bloccata
Grazie
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
1970s Attributed to George Smith Velvet Jack Larsen Style Sofa on Castors
By George Smith
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare sofa is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the gorgeous lines and curves on this beauty! Bright and vibr...
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Pierre Paulin Black Leather Pumpkin Lounge Chairs for Ligne Roset, 2000s
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning, sleek and super comfy pair of "Pumpkin" lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin in original, supple black leather. Paulin originally came up with this design for the priv...
Category
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Brown Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller 2000s
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height brown leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid centur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Oak Lounge Chairs Grand Repos by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of mid-century modern oak lounge chairs
by Guillerme et Chambron,
France 1950
Model Grand Repos
Sculptural organic shape, finger back
Retains a beautiful warm patina
These c...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Armchair Lady by Marco Zanuso Italy 1960s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This iconic lounge chair Lady was designed by the masterful Marco Zanuso in the 1960s. Original upholstery and featuring a durable hardwood frame with steel legs and adjustable brass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
DOOQ New Modern Dining Chair Camelia in Beige and Gray Fabric Fully Upholstered
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ New Modern Dining Chair Camelia in Beige and Gray Fabric Fully Upholstered
Introducing Camelia, a chair that gracefully embodies the essence of the Romantic period, channeling ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton
Set of 4 Edward Wormley Janus Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
The Edward Wormley 5701 chair for Dunbar's Janus Collection is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. This stunning chair is upholstered in a Holly Hunt's Great Plains heav...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Ward Bennett Desk Chair for Brickell Associates
By Ward Bennett
Located in Chicago, IL
Ward Bennett Desk Chair. Upholstered in original red cotton weave fabric. Chair tilts and swivels with adjustable height. Dimensions provided are as follows for its lowest position...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mario Bellini 'Amanta' Lounge Chair in Brown Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 'Amanta' lounge chair, fabric and fiberglass, Italy, 1966.
Grand and bulky lounge chair created for comfort. The "Amanta" lounge chairs or modular sofa...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
Modern Outdoor Sofa Folding Daybed Upholstered in Outdoor Blue Striped Fabric
Located in Porto, PT
Foil Daybed is a luxury daybed. Are you looking for a modern sofa whose design won’t perish over time? You found it. Foil’s ergonomic structure and delic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, Pair of ''Lady'' Armchairs in Blue Cotton Velvet
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An exquisite pair of Lady lounge chairs, originally designed by the renowned Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy in 1951. These remarkable chairs have undergone meticulous reupholstering,...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Chars Orleans for Woodard 1950/1960
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Woodard Orleans pattern dining arm chairs. The chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, the paint finish shows wear and variations through...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Oversized Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Upholstered with new foam in Keith Haring Style Fabric made in Spain. Chair swivels 360 degrees with two down pillows.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Ebonized Rocker or Rocking Chair by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard
Located in Southampton, NJ
Blending classic Adirondack construction with striking Japanese lines this rocker is the center of attention in most design settings. Solid ebonized mahogany having woven cane backre...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Handsome Set of Five John Stuart Walnut Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By John Stuart
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome set of 5 John Stuart walnut dining chairs. This well crafted set consists of 2 arm chairs and 3 side chairs. The seat seats pads h...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
1950s Boomerang Design Style Bouclé Fabric Curved Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s Boomerang design style beige bouclé fabric curved sofa.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
SET DI DUE SEDIE Giovanni Offredi Saporiti anno 1970
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Bellissimo SET di due sedie Giovanni Offredi Saporiti, Anno 1970.
SET di due sedie disegnate da Giovanni Offredi e prodotte da Saporiti nell'anno 1970. La Struttura è in ABS laccato...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Beige Velvet and Walnut Wood
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Beige Velvet and Walnut Wood
In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
DW1 Daybed by Dieter Waeckerlin for IdealHeim, Switzerland 1957
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Modernist daybed with adjustable headrest by Dieter Waeckerlin for Idealheim Basel, Switzerland 1957.
The frame is solid beech and painted steel, a heavy and high quality piece wit...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
After Ward Bennett Sled Lounges Chairs for Selig
By Ward Bennett, Selig
Located in Chicago, IL
These Director Chairs, are a timeless design masterpiece that effortlessly combines form and function. Crafted circa, 1965, these chairs are a testament to the enduring appeal of min...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Low Rush Seats Armchairs, France, 1950's
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of low rush seats armchairs, France, 1960's
Solid turned oak with outstanding patina and grain
Handwoven rush seats which are in perfect original condition.
In the manner of Ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
Pierre Paulin Style 1960's Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
1960's wave like lounge chair. Chrome flower petal like base that swivels. This will add that pop of color and fun your interior needs!
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti 'Confidential' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, sectional sofa, model 'Confidential', fabric, Italy, design 1972
Sofa designed by Italian architect and furniture designer Alberto Rosselli in 1972 fo...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Armchairs "Cado" by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF
By Gunnar Gravesen
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs "Cado" by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF, Italy, 1970
New Upholstery
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Togo single seater by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne roset
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This ligne roset togo 1 seater has been reupholstered with a new orange / rusty high quality velvet. Foam is still original and in good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Foam
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon Gavina 'Bastiano' Lounge Chair in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 'Bastiano' lounge chair, leather, walnut, Italy, 1962
This iconic armchair part of the Bastiano line, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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
Pair of Armchairs, Palm Tree Leaves Beige Velvet, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of beige armchairs, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchairs were made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. They are made from solid beechwood. The GFM type armch...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, 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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