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Italian Modern Black Leather Armchairs, Set of Two, italy 1980s
By Avanti, Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
, where form and function meet in an eye-catching yet comfortable piece. The chair features a large, high
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Alberto Salvati Ambrogio Tresoldi for Saporiti Set of Ten Dania Chairs
By Saporiti, Salvati e Tresoldi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-plated steel, Italy, 1980s These swivel chairs are designed by designer duo Alberto Salvati e Ambrogio
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Brian Kane Rubber Chair for Metropolitan Furniture / Steelcase 1980 s , A Pair
By Brian Kane
Located in Plainview, NY
Brian Kane Rubber Chair for Metropolitan Furniture / Steelcase 1980's , A Pair This rare pair of
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20th Century American Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s, French Steel Design Sofa Chair
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Original French polished steel sofa chair with S-shaped patterns and zebra upholstery
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Late 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Iron

1980s Memphis Style Steel Chairs and Round Entending Dining Table
By Memphis Group
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
expert craftsman put into making this design. The chairs and table are in original very good vintage
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Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Director’s Folding Chair in lacquered steel frame, brass, red canvas seat 1980s
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage Director’s Folding Chair in lacquered steel frame, red canvas seat and backrest and Brass
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Hand-Crafted Industrial Steel Dining Table with Ziggurat Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
incredibly developed aged surface. Used with three heavy ziggurat steel custom-made chairs makes a fantastic
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Set of 2 Italian Mid Century Lounge Chairs, 1980 s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of lounge chairs, fabricated in Italy in the 80's. Created with a strong tubular
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Tecta “D25” High-Back Cantilever Chair — Bauhaus Lineage, Germany, 1980s–1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
A timeless and elegant cantilever chair from the celebrated German manufacturer Tecta, designed in
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Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Zanotta "Ondina" Chairs by De Pas, D Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta - 1980s
By Gionathan de Pas Donato D’Urbino Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Roma, IT
Zanotta "Ondina" Chairs is a design item designed in the 1980s by Jonathan de Pas, Donato D'Urbino
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Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dutch Lounge or Side Chair by Kaleidos, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
comfortable chairs are fabricated in the 80's. The black wool fabric is in very good condition. We work
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Sculptural DIA Dining Circular Oval Glass Table and 8 Chairs, Set of 9
By Design Institute America
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s dining set. The ultra rare set exudes
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede Dining Chairs by Nienkamper in Brown Leather, 1980s
By De Sede, Nienkamper
Located in Renens, CH
Chairs originate from the 1980s, are upholstered in dark brown leather and very comfortable; they allow
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This original chair
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s. This is an original
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Orange Slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60's. This is an original
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mario Botta, 4 Seconda Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s
By Mario Botta
Located in Argelato, BO
gray powder-coated steel, black seat in perforated steel sheet. Backrest made up of two knurled
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Botta, Seconda Black Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s
By Mario Botta
Located in Argelato, BO
Three 'Seconda' chairs designed by the famous architect Mario Botta for the Italian firm Alias
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Orange Slice Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
original set is produced in the 80's. It is a cute and very comfortable chair. Both the chair and the
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Pair of Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass DAX Dining Arm Shell Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. These examples were produced by Herman Miller in the 1980s. Each chair features a black molded
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Thonet Chrome Cantilever Sled Base Dining Arm Chairs in Grey Fabric
By Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Cantilever Sled Base Dining Armchairs, produced by Thonet in the 1980s. The listed price
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1980s Set of Four Werther Toffoloni for Cassina / Atelier Dining Arm Chairs
By Werther Toffoloni, Cassina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Dining Chairs, designed in the 1980s by Werther Toffoloni for Cassina. They
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Botta, 4 Seconda Black Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s
By Mario Botta
Located in Argelato, BO
Three 'Seconda' chairs designed by the famous architect Mario Botta for the Italian firm Alias
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Little Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
in te 60's. Fabricated by Artifort in the 80's. Solid metal base with a wooden frame. High
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Black White Wink Lounge Chair by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, 1980s
By Toshiyuki Kita, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This versatile lounge chair is made of a steel frame, padding and foam. It feautures two side knobs
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

1 of 4 Memphis Design Postmodern Geometrical Chairs by KFF, 1980s Germany
By KFF, Karl Friedrich Förster
Located in Zagreb, HR
A steel, chrome and plywood postmodern chair designed in the 1980s in Germany by Karl Friedrich
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Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 4 1980s "Rubber Chairs" by Brian Kane for Metropolitan Furniture
By Brian Kane, Metropolitan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sherman Design Group" as stated in the tags. These sleek vintage chairs are made of black steel encased
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Pair of Eero Saarinen Dining Arm Chairs with Tubular Legs and Blue Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
in 1957. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA circa the 1980s. The chairs are
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Large Pair of 1980 s Steel Club Chairs After John Hutton
By John Hutson
Located in Washington, DC
Large Pair of 1980's Steel Club Chairs After John Hutton
Category

Late 20th Century American Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

Steel and Glass Lounge Chair, Likely Italy 1980s
Located in Malmo, SE
A very decorative and comfortable lounge chair by for us unknown maker. The base is made out of a
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Vintage 1980s European Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980’s Rare Italian design high back chair from Bonaldo
By Bonaldo
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Very rare high back chair produced by Bonaldo in 1980’s. It features light blue coated tubular
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Italian design high back chair by Bonaldo from 1980’s
By Bonaldo
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Very rare high back chair produced by Bonaldo in 1980’s. It features light blue coated tubular
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

René Herbst Set of Four Black Steel and Rubber Sandow Chairs for Pallucco, 1980s
By René Herbst, Pallucco
Located in Firenze, IT
Set of four Sandow chairs by René Herbst. Structure in black lacquered steel tube and elastic
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Iconic Pair of Charles Hollis Jones "Sling Chairs" C.1980 s
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An iconic pair of vintage 1980's acrylic and nickel plated steel Sling Chairs but the Lucite Legend
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Bicycle Chain Chair
Located in London, GB
Bicycle chain chair with an ingenious seat adjustment system.
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Tubular Cantilever Chair, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Since the kitchen/dining room table is the heart of the home, it’s only right to have chairs that
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Yellow Metal Dining Chairs by Giotto Stoppino, Italy 1980s
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern Yellow Metal Dining Chairs by Giotto Stoppino, Italy 1980s. These captivating
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Set of Three B&B Italia Dining Chairs in Steel Leather, Italy 1980s
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in New York, NY
Antonio Citterio (b. 1950) A striking set of three unusual minimalist steel and black leather
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Costes chairs by Philip Starck, Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in GENDT, NL
Set of four Costes dining chairs by Philip Starck for Driade, Italy 1980s. Steel frames with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chair by Duba, 1980s, Vintage Danish Modernist Dining Chair
By Duba
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Chair by Duba Møbelindustri in the 1980s, vintage dining chair with original forest-green wool
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chrome, Steel Barstools from the 1980s
Located in De Klinge, BE
Three unique chrome barstools with grey wooden seats, in a special asymmetrical shape. Made in 1986 in Germany. Matches perfectly with Maison Jansen style.    
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Vintage 1980s German Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vico Magistretti Prototype Chair by Cassina, 1980s
By Poltrona Frau, Vico Magistretti
Located in Basel, CH
Vico Magistretti prototype chair manufactured by Poltrona Frau in the 1980s. But came never to
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Botta "Quinta" Chair for Alias 1980s
By Alias, Mario Botta
Located in Wien, Wien
Quinta, a chair with a legacy dating back to its creation in 1985, is not your ordinary seat; it
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Chair by Duba, 1980s, Danish Modernist Dining Chair with Orange Upholstery
By Duba
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Chair by Duba Møbelindustri in the 1980s - vintage dining chair with original orange wool
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Set of Four Chairs S320, Wulf Schneider and Ulrich Böhme for Thonet
By Ulrich Bohme, Wulf Schneider, Thonet
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Set of four stocking chairs designed by Wulf Schneider and Ulrich Böhme in 1984 for Thonet
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20th Century German Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Chairs No. S320 by Wulf Schneider Ulrich Böhme for Thonet, 1980s
By Ulrich Bohme, Wulf Schneider, Thonet
Located in Tochovice, CZ
Set of 4 stockable chairs designed by Wulf Schneider & Ulrich Böhme for Thonet. Material is steel
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20th Century European Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

6 Arcella Chairs from Arcadia Series by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Saint Paul, MN
. These chairs were conceived in the early 80’s and manufactured by B&B Italia. The Arcadia series
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Quadra Chair from Gigante, Zambusi and Boccato for Seccose Italy 1980s
By Boccato Gigante Zambusi
Located in Berlin, DE
Elevate your space with the Quadra Chair Gigante Zambusi Boccato Seccose - a stunning piece from
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jean Prouvé D20 Stainless Steel Leather Wicker Chairs for Tecta, Germany, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Miami, FL
Thank you for looking at my Jean Prouvé D20 stainless steel leather wicker chair that has been
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Six Neoclassical Dining Chairs by Belgochrom, 1980s
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Six beautiful dining chairs in steel, brass and black fabric by Belgo Chrome. Modern and
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Neoclassical Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Vintage Chair 8600 by Hans Ullrich Bitsch for Kusch Co, 1980s
By Hans Ullrich Bitsch
Located in Lübeck, DE
Was ein schöner klassischer Stuhl im postmodernen Stil. Designt wurde der Stuhl von Hans Ulrich Bitsch für Kusch & Co in den 80er Jahren. Dieses sehr seltene Meisterwerk besteht ...
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Antique 1880s Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Robert Mallet-Stevens Twelve Black Dining Chairs for Pallucco, 1980s
By Pallucco, Robert Mallet-Stevens
Located in Firenze, IT
lacquered steel tube. Stackable. This set is a re-edition from the famous Italian factory Pallucco in 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 8 Vintage Postmodern Karl Friedrich Förster Hunter Chairs Germany 1980s
By Karl Friedrich Förster, KFF
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Rare set of 8 brushed steel and plywood stackable dining chairs designed by Karl Friedrich
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Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tubular Steel Cantilever Chair by Linea Veam, 1980s
By Linea Veam
Located in Cologne, DE
Tubular steel cantilever chair from the 1980s, manufactured by Linea Veam. High-quality furniture
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Globe sofa / chairs by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, 1980s
By Peter Opsvik, Stokke Møbler
Located in GENDT, NL
"Globe" modular lounge set. Designed by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, Norway 1980s. Lounge group
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Steel

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1980s Steel Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1980s steel chairs available for sale. Frequently made of metal, steel and animal skin, all 1980s steel chairs available were constructed with great care. 1980s steel chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1980s steel chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many 1980s steel chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Knoll, Philippe Starck and Cassina produced popular 1980s steel chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are 1980s Steel Chairs?

Prices for 1980s steel chairs start at $200 and top out at $89,000 with the average selling for $3,000.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

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.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About 1980s Steel Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.