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Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Rob Dries Van Den Berghe, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant, sculptural high back dining chairs by Vanden Berghe Pauvers. Very good condition
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gio Ponti for Cassina Set of 4 Superleggera Chairs, Italy 1980s
By Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in Naples, IT
A set of four Superleggera chairs, produced by Cassina in the early 1960s and designed by Gio Ponti, The Superleggera chair is a renowned design created by the Italian architect and...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Faux Leather Chair in the Style of Augusto Savini
By Augusto Savini
Located in Prato, IT
lacquered wood structure. 1980s The chair has never been used and it is in perfect vintage conditions.  
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

1980s Rare Dining/Side Chair by Ton in White Cream Bouclé Fabric
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Newly upholstered. - Wooden parts with minor signs of use. - Measures: height of seat 42 cm. - Cream white color.
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Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bouclé

1980s Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather in Matteo Grassi Style, Italy
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - heigh of seat 47 cm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

A Pair of Vintage Coastal Style Bergere Armchairs by Sherrill Furniture. C 1980s
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Style French Bergere Chair Light Tan Carved Wood Frame, Upholstered with a Coastal Style Botanical Print
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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Globe Sofa by Peter Opsvik for Stokke editions, Norway, 1980s
By Stokke, Peter Opsvik
Located in TOURS, FR
innovation of 1980's design, this chair is a great exemple of post-modern design. The sofa has a three part
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Set of four Zea dining chairs by Annig Sarian for T70. Italy 1980s
By T70 Furniture 1, Annig Sarian
Located in Catania, CT
Fair vintage condition with trace of age and use. Some lack of lacquer and small scratches. Designed by Annig Sarian for T70. Produced in Italy during the 80s
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Set of 8 leather Italian Pozzi chairs, 1980’s
By Pozzi
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 43cmW, 104cmH, 45,5cmHseat, 48cmD Condition: Good Material: Wood, Leather Color: Black
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Wood

1980s Sculptural Leopard Tiger Wood Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. This is an
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Italian Modern Chair in Gray Velvet, Briar Wood and Yellow Metal, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Chair in gray velvet, briar wood and yellow metal, 1980s Chair with squared seat and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century F555 Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980 s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare F555 model, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 60's. Executed with high
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Mid-Century Modern, Occasional Arm Chairs, Wood, Boucle, France, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
French Mid-Century Modern, Occasional Arm Chairs, Wood, Red Boucle, France, 1980s A pair of 20th
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 4 pcs. Italian Mid-Century Giorgetti Dining Chairs from 1980 s
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century Giorgetti set of 4 pcs. dining chairs. The chairs are created in black painted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Wood

1980s Set Consisting of Table and Four Chairs in iron and wood
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Set Consisting of Table and Four Chairs in iron and wood Table dimensions: 74x115cm Chair
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Late 20th Century Italian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

ISA Ponte San Pietro, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Armchair, Ottoman, Rattan
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Manhasset, NY
function while showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. Rattan, Bamboo, Wood Italy, c. 1980s Chair
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Postmodern Geometric Chairs, Italy, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare postmodern chairs blending sculptural form with bold material contrasts. Each piece features a
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Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Karl Springer Chic "Tulip Chair" with Unique Lacquer Finish 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Karl Springer, American 1980’s. This chair is a superb example of Springer’s fine craftsmanship. Seat
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Postmodern Italian Folding Stool Chair from Enolinea, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
. The support is made of wood. The seat is coated with plastic and framed by black rubber. The black
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Plastic, Rubber, Wood

1980s Wittmanns Leather Sofa Chair
By Wittmann
Located in Marbella, ES
Anthracite color original Wittmann designer sofa chair in a minimalistic and modern design. Very
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Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cubic Lounge Chairs in Dark Grey Upholstery, Europe, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cubic; Lounge Chairs; Armchairs; Dark Grey; Upholstery; Fabric; Scandinavian Modern; Mid-Century
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Vintage 1980s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of Esprit Modular Lounge Chairs by Brunati Zerbaro, 1980s
By Brunati
Located in Benalmadena, ES
in the 1980s. Its sculptural structure, with black lacquered wooden legs and curved armrests, is
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980s Thayer Coggin Chenille Modular Curved Sectional Slipper Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
angle-his best sofa design. Dripping with style makes this sectional slipper chairs a versatile choice
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

Tom Bruinsma Glazed Chairs and Tables, the Netherlands, Ca 1980s
By Tom Bruinsma 1, Mobach
Located in Utrecht, NL
This set of four elemental chairs and two tables is a beautiful example of the collaboration
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Model Experiment Chair, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Avarte, 1980s
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Avarte, Finland 1
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model Experiment armchair, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro, manufactured by Avarte, 1980s. Black painted
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Throne Chair by Sandro Lorenzini, Italy, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare and unique throne chair by Sandro Lorenzini, Italy, 1980s. Signed by the artist, this piece is
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Copper

Vintage Mexican full size papier mache 1980s armchair chair, folk art postmodern
Located in Hastings, GB
A unique, full size paper mache 1980s armchair, signed G.Dell, Mexico. Charmingly naive paintwork
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Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint, Paper

1980s Artistic Kidney Bar Pub Dining Table and Chairs, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning table set you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it ...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1980s Set of Eight Kettal Garden Chairs with Armrests
By Kettal
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s set of eight kettal garden chairs with armrests.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

D61 Chairs by El Lissitzky for Tecta Germany - 1980s
By El Lissitzky
Located in Renens, CH
, Germany. Tecta re-issued this chair for a short period in the late 1970s -early 1980s. We have currently
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood, Plexiglass

1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces
By Directional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Original rare set of 3, 1980s Iconic serpentine cloud sofa and swivel chairs are packed with
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Lounge Chair the "Experiment" by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Avarte, Finland 1980s.
By Avarte, Finland 1, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Stockholm, SE
, Finland 1980s. These chairs where made in a small production. Chrome tubular frame and black leather
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

1980s Black Lacquered Wooden Set of Four Chairs and Two Armchairs
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s black lacquered wooden set of four chairs and two armchairs. Seats decorated in rattan grid
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

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

Post modern Memphis style artistic writing desk and chair, Germany 1980s
By Memphis Group, Gaetano Pesce, Ettore Sottsass
Located in ECHT, NL
Unique artistic writing desk and chair. The frame is made from steel and wrought iron in different
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Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

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

"Living" Black Leather Lounge Chair by Bensiger and Verm for Costi, Italy, 1980s
Located in Milan, IT
"Living" lounge chair by S.L. Bensinger and Claude Verm for Costi. Four squared leather covered
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Vintage 1980s Italian Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

Chair Armchair "Techno" Design Philippe Starck For L Oreal by Maletti, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Maletti
Located in taranto, IT
Very rare " techno " model armchair chair, designed by philippe starck, Maletti production for the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1980s Pair of Toscana Lounge Chairs by Sartogo and Grenon for Saporiti Italia
By Saporiti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
one chair at the top that can be remedied with a dab of wood filler. Overall, this pair of chairs is
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Leather, Birdseye Maple

Stunning Sculpted Midcentury Modern Dining Room Set
By Wendell Castle, Marc van Rampelberg
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
eight chairs, Kenya, 1980s, similar to teak (muninga wood) chairs ht. 33 1/2, seat ht. 18 1/2, wd. 18
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Vladimir Kagan Handmade Postmodern Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, 1980s, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of 1980s Postmodern lacquered black dining chairs by Vladimir Kagan, comprised of a set of
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Fabric, Wood

1980 s Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
. Made in the USA, circa 1980's. Measures: Overall: 19.5w 24d 38.5h, Seat: 17w 17d 19h Very good
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

1980 s Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
. Made in the USA, circa 1980's. Measures: Overall: 19.5w 24d 38.5h, Seat: 17w 17d 19h Very good
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

Philippe Starck Modern Wood and Black Leather Chairs, 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Lisbon, IT
Set of 4 chairs by Philippe Starck, end of 20th century. Made in wood and leather. Dimensions are
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Late 20th Century European Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Postmodern High-Back Blue Chair, 1980s
Located in București, B
This postmodern high-back chair was designed in the 1980's. It's made of blue lacquered wood
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Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

1980 s Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
fabric with piping. Made in the USA, circa 1980's. Measures: Overall: 22.5w 25d 38.5h, Seat: 19w 18d
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

Postmodern Sculptural Dining Chair, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1980s postmodern lacquered high back dining chair is like a functional piece of contemporary
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Philippe Starck Post-Modern "Dick Deck" 1980s Pair of Chairs
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Dubai, AE
Edited by Driade Lacquered wood Measures: W 35 cm D 62 cm H 91 cm W 13.8 in D 24.4 in. H 35.8
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

Postmodern Studio Chair by Belloni Design Hungary 1980s
By Akos Belloni
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Interesting and original form design piece from Hungary, 1980s. Handcrafted lacquered frame with
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Vintage 1980s Hungarian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Modernist Dining Chairs, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted with meticulous craftmanship and precision, these dining chairs showcase the Dutch
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

CCC Piano Chair by Motomi Kawakami for Yamaha, 1980s
By Yamaha, Motomi Kawakami
Located in Torino, Italy
CCC piano chair Piano chair in lacquered wood. Model CCC (Carbon Composite Chair) Designer
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

1980s Memphis Style Italian "Charlie" Chairs by Bimbi Gioacchini Design
By Carlo Bimbi and Nilo Gioacchini
Located in Chicago, IL
Memphis style 1980s Charlie chairs designed by Carlo Bimbi and Milo Gioacchini for Segis. Chrome
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Vintage 1980s Italian Memphis Group Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage easy chair “the Box” by Mazairac Boonzaaijer for Castelijn, 1980s
By Castelijn
Located in Deventer, NL
Modern vintage easy chair “the Box” designed by Pierre Mazairac & Karel Boonzaaijer and produced by
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Six Italian leather chairs, 1980s
Located in Savona, IT
Set of six 1980s chairs of Italian manufacture. Wooden structure. Padded and leather-lined body
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Black Lacquered Art Deco Style Chairs, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These postmodern dining chairs are the epitome of sleek sophistication, dressed in a sumptuous coat
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

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1980s Wood Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1980s wood chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1980s wood chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. 1980s wood chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1980s wood chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many 1980s wood chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Vladimir Kagan, Century Furniture and Karl Springer produced popular 1980s wood chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are 1980s Wood Chairs?

1980s wood chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,997, while the lowest priced sells for $195 and the highest can go for as much as $49,309.

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 Wood 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.