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Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Art Deco reclining sling back leather lounge chairs. During production, the wooden parts
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Valenti Brown Webbed Leather Side Chair, Italy, 1940s
By Valenti
Located in New York, NY
1940's Valenti Spanish brown webbed leather side chair. Nailheads at the sides. Note the curved
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940s Paul Laszlo Paddle Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
White lacquer chair recovered in green leather.
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Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Danish 1940s Lounge Chair, Lambskin
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinet maker lounge chair new upholstered with lambskin. Legs of stained beech. Made
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Leather, Beech

1940s Danish Small Club or Library Chair in Leather with Carved Legs
By Oskar Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming small scale Danish club chairs made around the 1930's to 1940's. The Danes called these
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of Eight Chairs, Anonymous, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mahogany, leather, and brass. Measures: H 87 cm/ 2' 10 1/4" W 51 cm/ 1' 8" D 50 cm/ 1' 7 3/4
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Wingback Chair in Solid Oak and Patinated Leather, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Wingback chair in solid oak and leather designed and made by a danish cabinetmaker. Great condition.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Set of Eight Thonet ‘Ton’ Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of eight Thonet (Ton) dining chairs new upholstered with black aniline leather. Frame of
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Otto Schulz 1940s Pair of Mid-Century Baroque Lounge Chairs in Leather
By Otto Schulz 1, Boet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb 1930s-1940s baroque-style lounge chair by Otto Schulz designed for Boet - Schulz' own high
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Birch, Leather

Spanish Leather Valenti Chair from Barcelona, circa 1940s
By F. Valenti
Located in New York, NY
Classic leather chair manufactured by Valenti of Barcelona, Spain. Note the decorative nail lheads
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Ten Spanish Walnut Leather Dining Chairs, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of (10) Spanish walnut carved chairs upholstered in original leather with large nailhead trim
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
A so called hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1930s and manufactured by
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Distressed Art Deco French Cognac Leather Club Chair, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This club chair was designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chair is made from cognac
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Danish Early Midcentury or Art Deco Low Lounge Chair in Worn Leather, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chair from the late 1930s or early 1940s with spring
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of 1940s Danish Small Club or Library Chairs in Cordovan Colored Leather
By Oskar Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming pair of small scale Danish club chairs made around the 1930's to 1940's. The Danes called
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Large Art Deco French Cognac Leather Club Chair, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This club chair was designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chair is made from cognac
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940s Regency Brass Tacked Slipper Chairs
By William Billy Haines
Located in Rochester, NY
A very good looking pair of 1940s Regency sleek black faux leather and brass tacked slipper chairs
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Vintage 1940s Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Side Chairs in Oak and Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of 6 side chairs in solid oak with patinated leather. Designed and made in Denmark. Great
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Cane

Pair of French Black Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This pair of black French leather Chesterfield club chairs were made around the 1940s in France
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Chair Metal and Skai, Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Chair, metal and skai.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish 1940s Fritz Hansen Style Club Chair in Tan Leather with Green Velvet
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb and unique Classic Danish 1940s club chair in the style of Fritz Hansen. The chair has a
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Desk Chair in Patinated Leather by Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Swivel chair in patinated original leather. Designed and made in Denmark, great original condition.
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Leather, Beech

Danish 1940s Pair of Club Chairs in Reddish Leather
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
competitive prices. The chairs can be reupholstered in any fabric and not just leather. Please note: The low
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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
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Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
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Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
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Vintage 1940s French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Danish Side Chair in Oak and Cognac Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare side chair designed and made by Danish cabinetmaker, great condition.
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Single 1940s French Club Chair with Rivets
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French club chair from the 1940s. This can be seen at our 302 Bowery location in Manhattan.
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Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

American 1940s Chesterfield Club Chair and Ottoman with Deep Burgundy Leather
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and comfortable American 1940s Chesterfield club chair and ottoman with deep burgundy
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Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs

Pair of French Cognac Moustache Back Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Chair Designed by Børge Mogensen for Erhard Rasmussen, Denmark, 1940s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chair designed by Børge Mogensen for Erhard Rasmussen, Denmark, 1940s. Oak and natural leather
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair 1940s Carved Wood Arm Chairs With Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally purchased at Marshall Field and Company's State Street store in the 1940s, these carved
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Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Set of 6 Mahogany + Green Leather Art Deco Dining Chairs, France 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
tapered legs. These chairs have upholstered seats in original green leather. We love the beautiful wood
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage French Moustache Back Cognac-Colored Leather Club Chair, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This cognac-colored leather club chair comes from France. It is upholstered with cognac-colored
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Vintage 1940s French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Leather Wingback Chair
Located in Napa, CA
1940's English leather wing back chair with wonderful patina. Nail head trim and mahogany legs. The
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Vintage 1940s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage French Moustache Back Cognac-Colored Leather Club Chair, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This cognac-colored leather club chair comes from France. It is upholstered with cognac-colored
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Conserved Original French 1940s Leather Moustache-Back Club Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
our buyer said when we found this exquisite pair of original French forties leather club chairs with
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Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Pair of Art Deco Leather Lounge or Club Chairs, circa 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Art Deco leather lounge chairs, circa 1940s. These finely constructed and worn leather
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Distressed Pair of Art Deco French Cognac Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Distressed Pair of Art Deco French Cognac Leather Club Chairs, 1940s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
These club chairs were designed and produced in France during the 1940s. The chairs are made from
Category

Vintage 1940s French Industrial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940s Red Leather Camelback French Art Deco Club Chairs, a Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Classic 1940s French Art Deco club chairs in red burgundy leather. The sloping backs with
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Danish Club Chairs in Brown Leather with Brass Tacks from 1930s-1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very nice pair of Danish small club chairs in brown leather with brass tacks from the 1930s-1940s
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pair of 1940s French Club Chairs in Original Brown Leather Upholstery
Located in London, GB
A super cool pair of 1940s French club chairs in their original brown leather upholstery. Set
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Mid-20th Century French Other Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 1940s side chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 4 1940s side chairs
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Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Lounge Chair 1672 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Hägersten, SE
1940s. Dark stained oak legs and new honey toned sheep skin with tufted leather buttons in the back
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Oak

Set of Eight Frode Holm Dining Chairs, Walnut and Leather, Illum, Denmark, 1940s
By Frode Holm, Illum Bolighus
Located in The Hague, NL
chairs are in good condition with a natural patina on both the wood and leather. Minor signs of wear
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1940s Set of Eight Art deco Dining Chairs in Cream Leather, France
Located in Praha, CZ
- Upholstered in cream leather some years ago - Leather has some patina - Wooden Beech parts with
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech

1940s Balloon Back Chair in Red Leather by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A glamorous accent chair by Grosfeld House, circa 1940, with a solid, ebonized wood frame and its
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Spanish Leather and Wood Chairs, 1940s, Set of 4
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
stability. The leather is a little cracked here and there, but this fits perfectly with the age and charm
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Vintage 1960s Spanish French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Seagrass, Wood

Pair of 1940s Carved and Lacquered Lounge Chairs with Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally purchased at Marshall Field and Company's State Street store in the 1940s, these carved
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Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Six 1940s Louis XVI Style Cherry White Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six 1940s Louis XVI inspired dining chairs in the manner of Grosfeld House. Two armchairs
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Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Chair, Design by Ico Luisa Parisi, Italy, 1940s
By Ico Luisa Parisi
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Chair - Design by Ico & Luisa Parisi, Italy, 1940s. The chair is freshly upholstered with black
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Alvar Aalto Early Model 401 Bentwood Lounge Chair, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Coronado, CA
An early Alvar Aalto Model 401 lounge chair, circa 1940s. 1 owner, purchased from the original
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Linen, Wood

Set of Six 1940s Leather and Iron Sling Dining Chairs
By Giorgio Belloli
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of six exceptional leather sling dining chairs. Possible attribution to Giorgio Belloli
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Fritz Hansen, Early Side Chair, Original Leather, Brass Nails, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
An early all original side chair. Designed and produced by Fritz Hansen. In original leather and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1940s Louis XVI-Style Yellow Leather Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
coiled trims, and fluted legs. The chairs' arms are padded with the same yellow leather. With their
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Vintage 1940s Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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1940s Leather Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1940s leather chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every 1940s leather chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1940s leather chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1940s leather chair, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 1940s leather chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fritz Hansen, Kaare Klint and Frits Henningsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s Leather Chair?

The average selling price for a 1940s leather chair at 1stDibs is $4,799, while they’re typically $236 on the low end and $320,000 for the highest priced.

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Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

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Questions About 1940s Leather Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Many people believe that leather chairs are worth it. Whether you're looking for accent chairs for a seating area, dining chairs to pair with your dining room table or an office chair to place at your desk, leather chairs can add to the overall visual appeal of a room, thanks to their texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and high-quality types, such as full-grain and top-grain leather, can stand the test of time. However, there are plenty of alternatives to leather upholstery available. Considering durability, comfort, appearance and maintenance requirements, as well as your budget, will help you select the right chair for any space. Explore a large collection of leather chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, leather jackets were popular in the 50s. They became a trend after Marlon Brando wore one in the 1953 film The Wild One. Beloved by rockers, rebels and outsiders, the original leather biker jacket was introduced by the Schott Brothers, in Manhattan, in 1928. Because of its association with motorcycle club riots, U.S. schools banned the jackets for a time. Shop a selection of leather jackets from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.