What is a mid-century chair?

A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.

How can you tell if a chair is mid century?

To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?

Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

Andersen Mid Century Chair

Danish Curved Back Dining Chair

1960s Teak Dining Room Set

Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen

High Back Teak Dining Chairs

Johannes Andersen For Uldum Mobelfabrik Danish Teak Dining Chairs

Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42

Dining Chairs In Rosewood

Danish Dining Table And Chairs

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen 4 Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

$3,200 / set

Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak A Frame Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Hitchin, England

A Kai Kristiansen model 31 teak 'A' frame dining chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s. Amazing Kai

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak A Frame Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$650

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Hitchin, England

Set of four Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak frame dining chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s, original

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$3,080

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960

By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik

Located in Ranst, VAN

Set of 6 vintage dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960

$4,687 / set

Set of 12 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, Model 16 - D

By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik

Located in Ranst, VAN

Set of twelve vintage 'Model 16' dining room chairs. These chairs are designed by Johannes Andersen

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of 12 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, Model 16 - D

$14,834 / set

6 x Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 94 John Boyd Horsehair

By Johannes Andersen, Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik

Located in Uxbridge, GB

We have for sale a fantastic set of six, Model 94 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

6 x Johannes Andersen Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 94 John Boyd Horsehair

$8,215 / set

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Hitchin, England

Amazing four Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood frame dining chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s, with

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

$4,381

Set of Six Danish Model 94 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen

By Johannes Andersen, Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik

Located in London, GB

A stunning set of six Danish model 94 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Christian Linneberg

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of Six Danish Model 94 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen

$6,367 / set

CFC Silkeborg Danish Lounge Set by Johannes Andersen

By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This original Danish set, designed by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, is in mint condition

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Teak

CFC Silkeborg Danish Lounge Set by Johannes Andersen

$4,495 / set

CUSTOM Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak a Frame Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Hitchin, England

A pair of Kai Kristiansen model 31 teak 'A' frame dining chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s. Amazing

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

CUSTOM Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak a Frame Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$1,095

Mid-Century Danish Set of Eight Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Chairs, Model 42

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Danish set of eight Kai Kristiansen rosewood chairs, model 42. Original condition. Can

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Danish Set of Eight Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Chairs, Model 42

$10,027

Set of 4 Scandinavian teak chairs by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Samcom, Johannes Andersen

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Series of 4 chairs designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in the 1960s

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Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Scandinavian teak chairs by J. Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik

$4,735 / set

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Very nice set of four vintage chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik in

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

$2,492 / set

Kai Kristiansen Six Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

1956 for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Made with a solid teak frame the chairs still have

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Six Midcentury Teak Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

$3,600

Set of 6 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark 196

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Set of 6 vintage 'Juliane' dining room chairs. These chairs are designed by Johannes Andersen for

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of 6 dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark 196

$4,687 / set

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Hitchin, England

Iconic and in-demand Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak frame dining chairs for Schou Andersen 1960s

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$3,902 / set

Set of 4 Teak Model 178 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Bramin, 1960s

By Bramin Mobler, Johannes Andersen

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Beautiful set of 4 rare ‘Model 178’ dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Bramin during

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Teak Model 178 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Bramin, 1960s

$3,322

Four Danish 1960s Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Model 42 for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Andersen Furniture Factory. Model 42. The chairs have been fully restored and reupholstered in a black

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Four Danish 1960s Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Model 42 for Schou Andersen

$3,080

1960s Set of 8 Teak Johannes Andersen Model 94 Dining Chairs Christian Linneberg

By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in London, England

Beautiful set of 8 Midcentury Danish Teak dining chairs, designed by Johannes Andersen in 1961 for

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s Set of 8 Teak Johannes Andersen Model 94 Dining Chairs Christian Linneberg

$4,655 / set

Set Of 4 Dining Room Chairs Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen From 1960s

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Lejre, DK

This set of four dining table chairs combines timeless elegance with high functionality. Made from

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set Of 4 Dining Room Chairs Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen From 1960s

$2,551

Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Harbo Solvsten Knud Andersen

By Hargo Solvsten, Knud Andersen, J.C.A. Jensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Harbo Solvsten & Knud Andersen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Harbo Solvsten Knud Andersen

$2,895

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 42 By Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Lejre, DK

Set of six dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 42 By Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen

$6,111 / set

Set of Six Model 42 Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

These chairs are made from Santos Rosewood, with wonderfully marked grain on the solid arms and

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Six Model 42 Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

$7,873 / set

Set of 6 dining chairs in oak by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Very nice set of six 'Model 31' chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 6 dining chairs in oak by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

$5,636 / set

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak a Frame Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Hitchin, England

A pair of Kai Kristiansen model 31 teak 'A' frame dining chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak a Frame Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$1,198 / set

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Schou Andersen in the 1960s in Denmark. The chairs are made from teak and upholstered in black vinyl

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

$6,400 / set

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s in Denmark. The chairs are made from rosewood and upholstered in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen

$3,200 / set

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 94 Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen

By Johannes Andersen, Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik

Located in Lejre, DK

Set of 6 dining chairs, model 94, designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s and manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 94 Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen

$4,610 / set

Set of Five Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. One of the most iconic and coveted chairs to come out of the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Five Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

$4,000 / set

Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. One of the most iconic and coveted chairs to come out of the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen

$1,200 / item

Set of Four Danish Teak and Cane Dining Chairs by Knud Andersen

By J.C.A. Jensen, Knud Andersen

Located in Peabody, MA

Set of four dining chairs in teak and cane designed by Knud Andersen for J.C.A. Jensen. Hand

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Set of Four Danish Teak and Cane Dining Chairs by Knud Andersen

$1,800

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Solid Teak Dining Chairs by Mahjongg, 1960 s

By Johannes Andersen, Mahjongg

Located in The Hague, NL

Mid-Century Modern period set of 4 dinning room chairs produced by Dutch company Mahjongg in

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Solid Teak Dining Chairs by Mahjongg, 1960 s

$2,670 / set

Set of 2 Teak Lounge Chair by Erik Andersen and Palle Pedersen, Denmark 1960 s

By Erik Kollig Andersen and Palle Pedersen

Located in London, GB

This set of 2 Teak Lounge Chairs in Off White Wool Upholstery, by Erik Andersen and Palle Pedersen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Set of 2 Teak Lounge Chair by Erik Andersen and Palle Pedersen, Denmark 1960 s

$5,750 / set

Johannes Andersen Dining chairs, set of 4. Fully Restored.

By Vamo Sonderborg

Located in London, GB

A wonderfully sleek and sculptured Vamo Sonderborg chair, Denmark, 1960. Designed by Johannes

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Felt, Oak

Johannes Andersen Dining chairs, set of 4. Fully Restored.

$3,833

Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, Set of 4, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Ranst, VAN

Very nice set of four vintage chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik in

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, Set of 4, 1960s

$2,492 / set

Set of Six Midcentury Dining Chairs in Style of Johannes Andersen, Denmark 1960s

By Johannes Andersen, Niels Otto Møller

Located in Praha, CZ

- very comfortable - new upholstery - slightly lighter shade of two chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Midcentury Dining Chairs in Style of Johannes Andersen, Denmark 1960s

$1,066

Kai Kristiansen Model 31 for Schou Andersen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Andersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Made with a solid teak frame the chairs still have their original seat

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 31 for Schou Andersen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak

$4,200

Set of Ten Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Bridgeport, CT

manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. One of the most iconic and coveted chairs to come out of the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Ten Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$7,000 / set

Set of 6 Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Ranst, VAN

Very nice set of six 'Model 31' chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Set of 6 Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$5,636 / set

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42 in Santos Rosewood for Schou Andersen

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

These are a beautifully marked solid Santos Rosewood Model 42 dining chairs, designed by Kai

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Hardwood

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42 in Santos Rosewood for Schou Andersen

$8,147 / set

Danish Modern Lounge Chair Pair by Finn Andersen

By Finn Anderson

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Very comfortable barrel back lounge chairs designed by Finn Andersen and distributed by Selig

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam

Danish Modern Lounge Chair Pair by Finn Andersen

$3,375 / set

8 Kai Kristiansen Mid-Century Modern Model 31 Danish Teak Dining Chairs

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

smooth and geometric Mid-Century Modern cabinets, tables, and dining chairs. Working in oak, teak, and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric, Upholstery

8 Kai Kristiansen Mid-Century Modern Model 31 Danish Teak Dining Chairs

$5,495 / set

Midcentury Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Armchair, Andersen Pedersen, circa 1965

By Horsnaes, Erik Kollig Andersen and Palle Pedersen

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Midcentury Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Armchair, Andersen Pedersen, circa 1965

$1,770

Finn Andersen for Selig Barrel Chairs with Chrome Bases

By Finn Anderson, Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Finn Andersen for Selig Barrel chairs with flat band chrome bases. Newly reupholstered and ready to

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Finn Andersen for Selig Barrel Chairs with Chrome Bases

$3,200 / set

c. 1956 Knud Andersen Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Teal Wool, Set of Ten (10)

By Knud V. Andersen for Anton Michelsen

Located in Oakland, CA

Sculptural set of ten (10) mid-century Danish dining chairs, handcrafted by Harbo Sølvsten & Knud

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

c. 1956 Knud Andersen Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Teal Wool, Set of Ten (10)

$28,000 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Cane Folding Safari Chairs in the Manner of Hans Wegner

By Johannes Andersen, Hans J. Wegner, Ebert Wels

Located in Peabody, MA

Pair of Mid-Century folding safari chairs in cane with original stained wood frames, in the manner

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Cane Folding Safari Chairs in the Manner of Hans Wegner

$1,695

Midcentury Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chair Ottoman by Erhardsen Anderson

By Erhardsen Andersen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

midcentury Danish Modern dark brown leather lounge chair and ottoman by Erhardsen & Anderson ERAN

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chair Ottoman by Erhardsen Anderson

$3,500

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen

By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set with 6 dining chair in rosewood with black leather. Maker Christian Linneberg.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen

$5,555 / set

Set of Six 1960s Johannes Anderson Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Johannes Andersen

Located in London, England

A beautiful set of six rosewood dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Christian

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Set of Six 1960s Johannes Anderson Rosewood Dining Chairs

$4,997

Set of 4 Teak Model 42 Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

Schou Andersen, with fresh black leatherette seats and backs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Set of 4 Teak Model 42 Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen

$3,765 / set

Sculptural Set of Four Dining Chairs by Johannes Anderson

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Houston, TX

Lovely set of four bentwood dining chairs No.16 by Johannes Andersen. Wonderful craftsmanship and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Sculptural Set of Four Dining Chairs by Johannes Anderson

$2,500

Group of Six Chairs Uldum Furniture Factory 16 Teak Denmark

By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Milano, IT

Set of six dining chairs with structure in teak wood and seat - redone - in fabric. Production

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Group of Six Chairs Uldum Furniture Factory 16 Teak Denmark

$4,509 / set

Finn Juhl "Chieftan" Chair by Niels Roth Andersen in Teak Cognac Leather

By Finn Juhl

Located in Coronado, CA

Iconic "Chieftain" chair in teak by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Roth Andersen, circa 1990

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Finn Juhl "Chieftan" Chair by Niels Roth Andersen in Teak Cognac Leather

$29,000

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Side Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Hitchin, England

Amazing Kai Kristiansen Model 42 teak frame side chair for Schou Andersen 1960s, with original faux

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Frame Side Chair for Schou Andersen, 1960s

$718

Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen Attributed Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen attributed rosewood dining chairs with curved backrests and white

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen Attributed Rosewood Dining Chairs

$2,750 / set

Set of 10 Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set of 10 chairs. Model 42 - in rosewood with seat in new black Savanne leather. Maker Schou

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Set of 10 Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

$11,913 / set

Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs for Uldum Møbelfabrik, Set of 4

By Uldum Møbelfabrik

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Andersen Teak Dining Chairs for Uldum Møbelfabrik Set includes 2 arm and 2 side chairs Approximate

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs for Uldum Møbelfabrik, Set of 4

$1,760 / set

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Andersen Mid Century Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the andersen mid century chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A andersen mid century chair — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a andersen mid century chair, we have 736 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a andersen mid century chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A andersen mid century chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made andersen mid century chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Johannes Andersen, Kai Kristiansen and Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik are consistently popular.

How Much is a Andersen Mid Century Chair?

Prices for a andersen mid century chair start at $232 and top out at $108,395 with the average selling for $3,329.

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 Andersen Mid Century Chair

What is a mid-century chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
How can you tell if a chair is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

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