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Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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
Number in Set: Single Piece
Rattan Swivel Chair by Dirk Van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers, 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This rare rattan swivel chair was designed by Dirk van Sliedrecht for Gebroeders Jonkers. It has a chrome plated swivel base and a comfortable rattan seat. It is from the 1960s and h...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Frameworks by Brendan Bass Dublin Model Grand Swivel
Located in Dallas, TX
The Dublin low leg sofa and sectional take inspiration and form from southwestern architecture, with its narrow and defined track arm. The profile is uniquely captured by the wood sled...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Rattan Bamboo and Wicker Rocking Horse Child's Toy, Italy, 1960
Located in Rome, IT
Rattan, bamboo and wicker child's rocking horse with basketweave seat. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Modern Winged Swivel Chair with Pink Cut Velvet and Cobalt Faux Fur
Located in Greenwich, CT
Customizable swivel chair, as shown with Designers Guild cut velvet and soft faux fur back. This piece has an impressively small footprint but is large enough to comfortably sit tall...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Velvet, Faux Fur, Wood

Original Charles & Ray Eames / Miller Swivel Chair on Wheels Model EA 105, 1958
Located in Markington, GB
This stunning cast aluminum framed chair (Aluminum Group, Model No EA 105, 1958) Designed by Charles & Ray Eames, This is not a copy but an original from 1958 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Murphy Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning 1960s lounge chair by Murphy Miller. This gently used swivel lounge chair boasts winged walnut armrests and vinyl upholstery. A vintage gem th...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Faux Leather, Walnut

20th Century Vintage Grey Velvet Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1970s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglas MCM Swivel Seat Lounge Arm Dining Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglas MCM swivel seat lounge arm dining chair. Item features swivel seat, pedestal base, woven fiberglass construction, very ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Fiberglass

Palm Springs Swivel Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Swivel chair by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, covered in durable green ultra suade. Very comfortable and perfect to curl up in.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Ultrasuede

Swivel Armchair Foam Metal Fabric Italy 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Swivel armchair, foam padding, fabric upholstery, enamelled and chromed metal legs. Very good conditions, with small signs of usage.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French mid-century style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in a luxurious heavy-weight Bouclé. This super stylish and versatile example is as comfortab...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple

20th Century Vintage Black Leather Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Rotating & Extending Child's Hairdressing Armchair
Located in London, GB
An unusual French Mid-Century Modern chrome adjustable and rotating, child's hairdressing barbers armchair with brushed aluminum footrest and the origi...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Black Vintage Desk Chair Style Egon Eiermann 1950s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage black desk chair of office chair or swivel chair, which was designed in the style of Egon Eiermann, Germany 1950s. The swiveling desk chair is adjustable f...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Barrel Chairs in the Manner of Milo Baughman
Located in Highland, IN
These two handsome and well made barrel back chairs are unmarked, but very similar to designs by Milo Baughman. Deep, comfortable seats with swivel function, they are upholstered in ...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Industrial Style Green Vinyl and Steel Toledo Stool
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century American industrial style green vinyl seat and back stool with adjustable swivel patinated steel frame with a square stretcher base. (made by TOLEDO).       
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Restored Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Swivel Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Grey Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the epitome of relaxation and style with our vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen style swivel lounge chair and matching ottoman, meticulously restored to capture the essence of the 1960...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Green Mid Century Swivel Italian Chair Office Feet Wood Melchiorre Bega Style
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Green Mid Century swivel Italian chair office feet wood Melchiorre Bega Style. Original Condition. height adjustable.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Swivel Chair by Mulhauser for Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual form not often seen, designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft. Swivel upholstered chair in orange vinyl with bent ply shell, c...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery, Plywood

Curved Back Swivel Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The curved back swivel chair is a tuxedo style lounge chair with curved corners and a metal base. The chair features down-wrapped, removable s...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Black Mid-Century Modern Pastoe Swivel Chair by Cees Braakman, Model FM08
Located in Schagen, NL
Black swivel chair on a four star metal base, was designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in The early 1960s. This model, FM08, features à black faux Leatherette upholstery. It’s maximu...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tulip Armchair by Eero Saarinen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern dining chair designed by Eero Saarinen. This chair features an upholstered seat on a white enameled cast iron pedestal base. Upholstery varies. Manufactured by K...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Acrylic, Upholstery

Model ML91 Swivel Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Illum Wikkelso designed swivel model ML91 lounge chair produced by A. Mikael Laursen circa 1960 in Denmark. This is rare variant of the ML91 with an aluminum swivel base where t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

FK6725 Tulip Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm '2 Available'
Located in Munich, DE
Showroom models in good condition. With swivel bases. These chairs have been designed 1968 and produced by Walter knoll.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Swivel Armchair in the Middle of the Century, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, metal The fabric is torn in places Suitable for upholstery.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Scandinavian Swivel Armchair, Norway, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very comfortable.  
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1970s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

American Industrial Metal Swivel Stool
Located in New York, NY
American 1940's industrial metal stool with a natural wood round top with an adjustable seat heat and a round foot rest.      
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Red Fibreglass "Amicus" Armchair by Antero Poppius, Finland, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Amicus” armchair by Antero Poppius, was designed in Finland in the 1970s. This typical 1970s chair consists of a moulded fibreglass shell that stan...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Fiberglass

Masculo Meeting Chair, Fully Upholstered, Swivel Base
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Masculo chair by GamFratesi marries the idea of Danish elegance and simplicity with Italian refinement and playfulness. The backrest of Masculo is al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Vintage White and Blue Leaves Velvet Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

1980s Geometric Pastel Upholstered Swivel Armchair on Round Plinth Wood Base
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A lovely 1980's Thayer Coggin style swivel armchair. Upholstered in a geometric pastel pattern, this chair features rolled arms, and a rounded waterfall back...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Swivel Armchair, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia in 1970s Reupholstered.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Tufted Swivel Executive Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern armchair with swivel action. Set on a five point star base in faux wood grain. (Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer).  
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Wim Den Boon Executive Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wim Den Boon, office chair black faux leather, metal, The Netherlands, 1960 This unique office chair is designed by Wim Den Boon for private Dutch...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

One Eames For Herman Miller Executive Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
One mid century modern executive chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The high back model from the Aluminum G...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
By Rohe Noordwolde, Hans Rudolf Hentschel
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage black skai high back lounge/swivel chair with a chrome base designed by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde. Rare chair with a beautiful design which is also very comfortable....
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Swivel Chairs, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
-made of metal, fabric, leather - made in Germany - good original condition.
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Geoffrey Harcourt, Chair 130, 'RCA' Chair, Designed 1960, Produced by Artifort
Located in London, GB
Geoffrey Harcourt, UK (designer) Artifort, The Netherlands (manufacturer) Chair 130 - 'RCA' Chair - designed 1960 Curved, veneered plywood, cast aluminium swivel base. Geoffrey Har...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Swivel Armchair Closer with Natural Leather and Brass
Located in Lisbon, PT
Closer in an amazingly comfortable and functional armchair with tall back and swivel polished brass base, upholstered in soft natural leather and fabric. Made to Order. If you are...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hans Brattrud for Hove Möbler Vintage Large Retro 1970s Revolving Lounge Chair
Located in Markington, GB
Very large Hans Brattrud for Hove Möbler vintage retro 1970s revolving armchair lounge chair with the unusual leather upholstery. Super comfortable, ...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century Vintage Black Soft Leather Swivel Armchair, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in Italy - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in small apartments providing comfort and bea...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Chair Attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern adjustable and swiveling vintage desk chair in brown faux leather attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950s Germany. The seat and back ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

20th Century Vintage Orange Ochra Velvet Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin, at the moment they are unique. Very comfortable, perfect as a desk chair. Due to their dimen...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Metal Barstools, Black Lacquer, Chrome, Grey Leather, France, 1950s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Introducing our exquisite Art Deco Style midcentury bar stools, sourced from France in the 1950s and meticulously restored to their former glory. These stunning bar stools feature a ...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome, Metal

Guido Faleschini Swivel Lounge Chair by Mariani for Pace
Located in Chattanooga, TN
If only it was possible to order a hundred of these marvels brand new in a rainbow of colors and fabrics. The world would be a better place. There's something really special about th...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modern Swiveling Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique midcentury lounge chair. Sturdy construction with a metal swivel base and covered in a faux-leather upholstery. Tall splayed backrest. Interesting chair...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dining chair with an upholstered seat and white enameled cast iron pedestal base.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Iron

Midcentury Barber, Styling Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Hairdressing chairs upholstered with a floral artificial material, headpiece, and stem of cherry-beech wood, steel base, adjustable height pedal for...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse Sculpture. Italian midcentury rattan rocking horse sculpture. Italy, circa 1960. Dimensions: H 23 in. x W 30 in. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Rattan

Midcentury Design Armchair / Czechoslovakia 1950s 'Renovated'
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, circa 1950s - Completely renovated, wooden parts refreshed - Very comfortable.     
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1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century Vintage Light Gray Swivel Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Swivel armchair from the 1970s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sma...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gispen Executive "356 PQR" Office Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive mid century Gispen Executive "356 PQR" Office Chair. Designed by Christoffel Hoffmann. Massive base, thick rubber feet, bakelite armrests, and spring tension recliner. Or...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Swivel Padded Arm Shell Chairs, Two-Tone
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Charles and Ray Eames swivel padded arm shell chairs, unusual color combination, early brown exposed fiberglass shells. Mustard yellow fabric covers, gray piping, early four ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Aluminum

Barrel-Back Desk Chair by Ward Bennett
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A barrel-back desk chair with the original channel-stitched black leather upholstery, on an X-form caster base. Please inquire for upholstery options.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Three Hexagonal Swivel Club Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in Hanover, MA
Three Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin hexagonal swivel club chairs upholstered in turquoise/teal ultra suede. Like brand new. Attached triple back cushions and attached seat...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Hanging Seats in White Lacquered Bamboo, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of hanging seats in white lacquered bamboo, circa 1970. Good condition, small breaks and lacks, but nothing structurally.
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Bamboo

Vintage Swivel Desk Chair by Jansko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This high back desk chair features shapely vinyl swivel seat and sturdy metal base. Stylish Mid-Century Modern design adds retro appeal to home or business office. Fixed seat height ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Cone Chair by Verner Panton
Located in Highland, IN
A Classic Panton design, the cone chair is petite, sculptural, playful and surprisingly comfortable. This vintage example is newly upholstered in a brick red fabric with a nice weave.
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Modern swivel chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern swivel chairs 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 swivel chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern swivel chairs made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original swivel chairs, popular names associated with this style include Charles and Ray Eames, Milo Baughman, Herman Miller, and Lawson-Fenning. 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. Prices for swivel chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $245 and tops out at $78,600 while the average work can sell for $3,403.

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