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Gabriele Mucchi S5 Italian Modern Dining Chairs Chrome Tubular frames Rope seats
By Gabriele Mucchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Elegant and very comfortable dining chairs in chromed tubular steel and rope, designed by renowned Italian architect Gabriele Mucchi. Matching set of 4 chairs in wonderful vintage co...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Vintage pink linda dining chairs by Arrben, 1980s - set of 4
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage 'linda' pink leather and metal dining chairs by Arrben Italy. Flashy pink colour. Good condition. 1980s - Italy Dimensions: Height: 75cm Seat height: 45cm Width: 50cm Dep...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs by Knoll in Ivory Wool Stainless Steel, Set of 8
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Stamford, CT
It is often said that modern design is timeless, and nowhere is this more evident than in the Brno Chair, one of the most iconic pieces of 20th-century furniture design. Created by L...
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Vintage 1980s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

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Metal, Stainless Steel

S33 Chairs by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1980s, Set of 2
By Mart Stam, Thonet
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Introducing the iconic S33 Chair Set by Mart Stam, proudly crafted by Thonet. This collection, produced during the 1980s in Germany, pays homage to the timeless designs of the Bauhau...
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Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Black leather dining chairs by Arper italy, 1980s - set of 4
By Arper
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage black leather dining chairs with chrome rings by Arper italy. High quality dining chairs with a timeless design from the 1980s. 1980s - italy Very good condition Dimensio...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of four Coro dining chairs by Luigi Origlia, 1980
By Luigi Origlia
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of two Coro chairs with armrests and two without armrests is in very good condition. The armrests of both chairs are made of plastic with a very attractive burl wood finish ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Postmodern Design "Alice" Dining Chairs by Cidue, Italy 1980 s
By Cidue
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design "Alice" Dining Chairs by Cidue. Made in the 1980's in Italy. Slender black lacquered metal frame with grey stained rush woven seats. They all shows signs of...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

1980s Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made of fabric and chrome - Made in Italy - The fabric needs to be replaced - Good original condition - Seat hight 47 cm.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 6 Mies van der Rohe MR10 white cantilever dining chairs for Thonet, 1980s
By Thonet, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in amstelveen, NL
An iconic set of 6 MR10 (256CS/MR533) cantilever dining chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe and manufactured by Thonet. Chrome-plated tubular steel frames with white saddle leather ...
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Postmodern Axel Brüchhauser for Tecta B20 Dining Chairs, Set of Six, 1980s
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Axel Brüchhauser in collaboration with Jean Prouvé, Mart Stam and Marcel Breuer in the 1980s, the B20 dining chair was manufactured by Tecta. The chair has a cantilever ...
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Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

B&B Italia Model Arcadia Dining Leather Chair Paolo Piva Set of 4
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Paolo Piva designed this dining chairs for B&B Italia. Model Arcadia in heavenblue leather colour and the insides from the feet are in black plastic. It fits well with memphis design...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

A Set of 10 " Wendy Wright " Black Chairs by Philippe Starck France 1980 s
By Philippe Starck
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Set of 10 " Wendy Wright " Black Chairs by Philippe Starck France 1980's. Rare set !!! Manufacturer : Disform The design of this chair is simple and radical. In good condition ...
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Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

1980s Vintage Brass Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Glamorous 1980s Vintage Brass Dining Chairs Bring a touch of vintage sophistication to your space with this stunning set of four brass dining chairs, expertly crafted in the United ...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

1980s Vintage Brass Dining Chairs - Set of 4
1980s Vintage Brass Dining Chairs - Set of 4
$1,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Six Memphis Tripod Dining Chairs in the Manner of Michele De Lucchi
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A set of six Memphis dining chairs in the manner of Michele de Lucchi. The steel frame is powder coated black and the seat and back are white pickled oak. Dining table that matches ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Matteo Grassi Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Matteo Grassi, set of four dining chairs, leather and steel, Italy, 1980s. Sophisticated set of four dining chairs designed by Italian designer Matteo Grassi in the 1980s. These cha...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller White Dss Fiberglass Chairs 1980s (Signed)
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4 Eames for Herman Miller white DSS fiberglass chairs 1980s (Signed with Herman Miller logo on bottom). The chairs show traces of use like some scratches on the shells. The ch...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

1407 Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Upholstered in salmon naugahyde. Grey metal frames. Tagged.
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Six Dining Room Chairs by Comfort Designs, Inc., circa 1985
By Comfort Designs, Inc.
Located in Hamburg, PA
A distinctive set of six velvet-covered chairs in the manner of Paul Evans’ Cityscape design by Comfort Designs. This set of chairs combines the sleek, urban-inspired geometry of Eva...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Quinta Chairs by Mario Botta for Alias, Italy, 1980s
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta for Alias in the 1980s, the Quinta chair is a striking example of postmodern Italian furniture design. Its bold frame is constructed from blac...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Vintage dining chairs by Calligaris, 1980s - set of 4
By Calligaris
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage stackablepatio chairs by Calligaris featuring a white lacquered metal frame and beige/yellow abs backrests and seats. Beautiful sleek design. Light and stackable, so Ideal ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Vintage wicker dining chairs, 1980s - set of 4
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful wicker dining chairs with elegant black metal frames. Good for both indoor and outdoor use. Good overall condition. 1980s - Italy Dimensions: Height: 83cm Width: 40cm D...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

B5 for Marcel Breuer Set of 4 Chrome Leather Bauhaus Dining Chairs for Tecta
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four gorgeous B5 dining chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer. These vintage examples are in fabulouscondition withcognac upholstery. These are iconic Breuer ...
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 8 Signed Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Brass Dining Chairs, Metric Line
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional set of eight dining chairs designed by Charles Hollis Jones from his iconic "Metric" Collection, all hand-signed by the artist. These chairs exemplify Jones' masterful bl...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Vintage S44 dining chairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem, set of 4, 1980s
By Fasem International, Giancarlo Vegni
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 black leather dining chairs designed by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem italy. - Model S44, rare model with armrests The chair sit well and are beautifully designed. Good condi...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Vintage Metal Armchairs – Chrome Wire Mesh Black Frame – Italy 1980s
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Unique Vintage Metal Armchairs – Wire Mesh & Chrome – Likely Italy, 1980s Price is for the pair. Manufacturer: Unknown Production Period: 1980s (likely Italy) An eye-catchin...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Vintage black leather dining chairs by Arrben Italy, 1980s - set of 4
By Arrben
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 italian dining chairs consisting of black metal frames with black leather upholstery both on the seats and backrests. Elegant classical design Very good condition 1980s ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Nr 222 chairs by Robert Mallet-Stevens, 1980s, Set of 7
By mallet stevens
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
These stackable chairs were designed by French modernist architect Robert Mallet-Stevens (1886-1945). They were fabricated in France in 1928 by Ecart. Made in Italy by Pallucco, c. 1...
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Bauhaus Design CESCA Dining Chair set, Italy 1980 s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Bauhaus Design CESCA Dining Chair set by Marcel Breuer. Made in Italy, 1980's / 90's period. Stamped; Made in Italy. Tubular chrome frame with black lacquered wood frame and ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 4 Vintage Modern Black Leather Tubular Metal Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Attributed to the infamous Arcadia Chair by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. These 80s post modern chairs are far from boring. The tubular polished stainless steel arm rests have a stunnin...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Set of 6 iron and wicker chairs
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Set of 6 blacked iron and hand woven wicker vintage chairs. Comfortable and in very good condition.
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Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

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Iron

Set of 4 ‘Zeta’ Postmodern Dining Chairs by Harvink, Netherlands, 1980s
By Harvink
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 4 ‘Zeta’ Postmodern Dining Chairs by Harvink, Netherlands, 1980s – Colorful Steel & Plywood Design Icons Description: A bold and sculptural set of four ‘Zeta’ chairs designed...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Ettore Sottsass Inspired Post Modern Chair by Samo, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking Post Modern chair by Samo, dating from the 1980s, embodies a bold design that strongly echoes the playful yet rigorous aesthetic of Ettore Sottsass. It features a black en...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Charlotte Perriand “LC7” Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, 1927, Set of 2
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier “LC7” dining chairs for Cassina, brown leather and metal, Italy, 1927, Set of two An icon with a versatile and functional soul,...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

80 s Belgo Chrom Chairs Memphis Style, Set of 4
By belgochrom
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
4 Memphis design chairs by Belgo Chrom in the 1980s. Heavy and high quality comfortable chairs. The upholstery is Alcantara, it is in original and good vintage condition.
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Steel

Paludis Dining Chairs by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, Italy, 1980s
By Giandomenico Belotti, Alias
Located in Antwerp, BE
Paludis 150 chairs, designed in 1979 by Giandomenico Belotti for Alias, a refined example of Italian minimalist design. Each chair features a slim, black steel frame with clean lines...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Danish Modern Dining Chairs Series 7 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of six mid century Danish modern Series 7 Model 3107 chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen were manufactured in Denmark in 1987 and 1991. The classic Danish mode...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Four Geometric Dining Chairs with Sheepskin Seats by Rach Finazzi, Italy 1980s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rach Finazzi, an Italian designer active from the late 20th century, is recognised for a distinctive approach to furniture-making that merges geometric structures with unique materia...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Series Seven Chair Model 3107 In Cream Colered Elegance Leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Seven Chair model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Newly upholstered in cream-colored Elegance leather with a chrome frame. This iconic design chair...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Six Midcentury Italian Postmodern Black Lacquer Art Deco Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sexy matching set of six armless dining chairs made in Italy circa 1980s. Designed in a classic art deco form. They feature solid steel construction with naugahyde covered padded s...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Afra Tobia Scarpa for Goppion Bisante S1 Chair in Black Leather and Steel
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Goppion, 'Bisante S1' chair, leather, steel, Italy, 1980s The Bisante S1 chair, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Goppion, made in Italy in the 1980s. This...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

1980s Director s Chairs by Cal-Style, Set of 6
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Set of 6 eye-catching 1980s director's chairs by Cal-Style Furniture Mfg with wood arm rests, x-style chrome bases and ruby red velvet upholstery. Measurements: 33.25" high, 22.75" ...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

"Quinta" Dining Chairs by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s, set of 8
By Alias, Mario Botta
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 8 black metal chairs designed by Mario Botta for Alias. Quinta model. Stamped Alias. Seat height: 43 cm Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Set of 6 Danish Post Modern Beech Bentwood dining chairs by Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 6 Danish post modern Beech Armed dining chairs by Magnus Olesen. Acrylic seat backs with geometrically aligned circular perforations. Black Fabric upholstered seat Steel back ...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Post modern wooden dining chairs, 1980s - set of 10
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage design dining chairs with black metal frames and black wooden backrests. Assymetric design wich makes them unique. Made by Esseti italy, labelled. 1980s - Italy Good con...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Red Leather ‘Alice’ High Back Dining Chairs by Giorgio Cattelan, Italy, 1980
By Giorgio Cattelan
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 4 Red Leather ‘Alice’ High Back Dining Chairs by Giorgio Cattelan, Italy, 1980s A striking set of four ‘Alice’ dining chairs designed by Giorgio Cattelan, produced in Italy d...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Large Set of Modernist Dining Chairs in Wood and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, coated steel, Europe, 1980s The design of these 1980s chairs avoid sharp edges or overly angular forms, leaning instead into cylindrical legs and rounded corne...
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of 6 post modern dining chairs by Peter Handler Studio
By Peter Handler, Memphis Milano
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six post modern dining chairs from Peter Handler Studio with anodized aluminum frames with black leather back and seat cushions. Each chair supported on one cylindrical leg, ...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Large Set of Modernist Dining Chairs in Wood and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, coated steel, Europe, 1980s The design of these 1980s chairs avoid sharp edges or overly angular forms, leaning instead into cylindrical legs and rounded corne...
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

(4) Mid century post modern Black Glossy Faux Patent Leather chrome chairs DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of (4) Mid century post modern Black Glossy faux Patent Leather chrome cane dining chairs by DIA. Great set of 1980's Post Modern chairs. Super high Glossy Black upholstery with ...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Modernist Dining Chairs in Wood and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, coated steel, Europe, 1980s The design of these 1980s chairs avoid sharp edges or overly angular forms, leaning instead into cylindrical legs and rounded corne...
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of Nr 222 chairs by Robert Mallet-Stevens, 1980s, Set of 8
By mallet stevens
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
These stackable chairs were designed by French modernist architect Robert Mallet-Stevens (1886-1945). They were fabricated in France in 1928 by Ecart. Made in Italy by Pallucco, c. 1...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Black postmodern dining chairs by Arper italy, 1980s - set of 4
By Arper
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 black leather and metal postmodern dining chairs by Arper italy. Timeless post modern italian design. Very good condition. 1980s - Italy Dimensions: Height: 87cm Width: ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Post modern Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast chair white metal rubber tubular frame
By Memphis Milano, Bieffeplast, Anna Anselmi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast with white enameled metal tubular frames with Black rubber backrest. Foam cushions. Labeled Bieffeplast, Padova, Italy label on the underside. (2) Avail...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Marcel Breuer Cesca Dining Chairs Set of Four Armchairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Clean Lined Cesca Model Dining Chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer, and probably made by Gavina, Italy, circa 1980s. The set consists of four armchairs in black lacquer and...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Ten Dining Chairs by Anton Lorenz for Thonet
By Thonet, Anton Lorenz
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of ten armchairs designed by Anton Lorenz for Thonet. Each chair has tan upholstered backrest and seat with polished chrome tubular frames. Mid-Century Modern S-37 chairs were...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Tokyo Dining Chairs by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast (set of 4), 1980s
By Rodney Kinsman
Located in Hilversum, NL
The Tokyo Dining Chairs are an iconic design from the 1980s, created by British industrial designer Rodney Kinsman for the Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast. The striking, minimalist ...
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Herman Miller DCM Eames Molded Plywood Dining Chairs, 1980s
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in San Antonio, TX
Set of 4 DCM Eames for Herman Miller ash plywood molded dining chairs. Vintage DCM Eames chairs are in great overall condition. 19.5" x 18" x 30" x16" "The Eames Molded Plywood Dini...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

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1980s Metal Dining Room Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1980s metal dining room chairs is available at 1stDibs. There are many kinds of 1980s metal dining room chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency 1980s metal dining room chairs are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large 1980s metal dining room chairs, so small 1980s metal dining room chairs measuring 8.5 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Knoll, Design Institute America and Milo Baughman each produced beautiful 1980s metal dining room chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1980s Metal Dining Room Chairs?

Prices for 1980s metal dining room chairs start at $195 and top out at $85,000 with the average selling for $3,000.

Finding the Right Dining Room Chairs for You

No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.

In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.

In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.

Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.

By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.