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Pair of Barcelona Chairs and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
A ubiquitous Modern design by Mies Van Der Rohe. The Barcelona chair is one of the most influential
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1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Chrome, Steel

barcelona chairs by mies van der rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
pair of barcelona chairs by knoll, original leather, frames and cushions labeled. one seat is
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Chrome, Steel

Vintage Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe. Vintage production.
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1960s Barcelona Chair Vintage

Pair of Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of Barcelona chairs, originally designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Knoll. Italy, circa 1970. Chair frames are vintage and original
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Leather

1970 s Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of iconic 1970's Barcelona chairs by Knoll that were designed by Ludwig Mies van Der Rohe
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Chrome

Barcelona Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One Barcellona easy chair designed by Mies Van Rohe in 1925,made in Italy by Avitar in chromed
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Late 20th Century Italian Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Chrome

Gerard Geytenbeek Barcelona Chair AZS, 1971
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice rare easy chair. This hommage to the Barcelona chair by Geytenbeek completely in wood
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Metal

Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona chairs Manufactured by Knoll in the 1990s Beautiful
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1990s North American Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Vintage Italian Mini Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful set of 4 Italian mini Barcelona chairs. Newly upholstered in a burnt orange faux
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1970s Italian Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Leather

Barcelona Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Reproduction Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe. PICK UP LOCATION: NAGA NORTH 536 Warren Street Hudson, NY 12534
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20th Century Barcelona Chair Vintage

Pair of Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs with polished steel frames and original black leather
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1970s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ferndale, MI
The Best White Leather Stainless Steel Frame Lounge Chairs. Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona chairs for
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1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Knoll 1975 Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Knoll 1975 Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Stainless Steel

Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll "Barcelona" Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe (German/American, 1889-1969) for Knoll "Barcelona" Chair, white leather on
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20th Century Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Leather

Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll "Barcelona" Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe (German/American, 1889-1969) for Knoll "Barcelona" Chair, white leather on
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20th Century Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Leather

Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair by Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Barcelona Chair in Black Leather and Stainless Steel Frame. Designed by Mies van der Rohe
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20th Century German Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Barcelona Chair By Mies Van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Geneva, CH
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe produced by Knoll Full grain Hermès red leather
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Late 20th Century Swiss Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Pair of Barcelona Chairs in Original Leather c.1950
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of Barcelona chairs c.1950, with steel frame and original leather cushions (individually
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1950s Barcelona Chair Vintage

Early Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
Located in Phoenix, AZ
These are the earliest pair of Knoll Barcelona chairs that we have seen in some time. These
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1950s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Metal

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohes iconic Barcelona Chair designed in 1929 with stanless steel frame and milk
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1970s American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Jay Spectre Original Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Pair of stamped Knoll production 1970s Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe, 1929. This
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stainless steel framed barcelona chair and ottoman with black leather cushions
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20th Century American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of early Barcelona chairs by Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of early Barcelona chairs with beautiful patina. Polished stainless steal bases with Knoll/Art
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1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair and Ottoman
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair and Ottoman. Knoll International paper labels underside
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Barcelona Chair with Ottoman, Black Leather, Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Regensburg, DE
Original, well preserved Barcelona chair with ottoman / Stool? from the 1960s. Design: Ludwig
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Licensed to Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Stainless Steel with Brown Leather Cushion Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Licensed
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1970s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of Mid Century Modern Barcelona chairs. Seat and back cushions adapt to fit the curve of
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs Pair of Vintage circa 1990’s. Barcelona
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Early Knoll Mies Van De Rohe Barcelona Chair Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Early Mies Van De Rohe for Knoll Barcelona chair and ottoman circa late 1950's. This example has a
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1950s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Metal

Mies van der Rohe Newly Upholstered Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Hartford, CT
One of the most important and iconic modern chair designs, the Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies van
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of early Mies van der Rohe for Knoll barcelona chairs. These all original examples have
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Black Leather Barcelona Chair on Chrome Base by Selig, Italy
By Selig
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, Barcelona chair, with tufted black leather, on a chrome base
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Leather

Knoll Inspired Modern Barcelona Chair in Black Leather and Chrome
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Modern Knoll-Inspired Barcelona chair in black leather and with a chrome frame. Has four buttons
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Leather

Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair for Knoll International, Chocolate Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Munster, NRW
very nice barcelona Chair by Knoll International - from the 1960s...chocolate Leather, mint
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1960s German Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chair/ ONE LEFT!
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe Black Leather and Stainless Steel Barcelona Chair. All seat straps have
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1970s American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of barcelona chairs by Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
This pair of classic Mies barcelona chairs have an uncommon and appealing upholstery selection. The
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1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pr Classic Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Knoll Barcelona chairs, in original saddle leather. Upholstery nicely "worn" consistent
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1960s American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Pair Vintage Cognac Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
These rare Barcelona chairs were designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll
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1970s German Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Barcelona Chair Footstool by Knoll International, Early 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, Berlin
. Original super vintage and patinated 'BARCELONA CHAIR' in brown leather. Chromed steel frame (Footstool
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1970s American Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Leather

1971 Leather Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
A sleek pair of beige leather Barcelona chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Barcelona chair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll in white leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Barcelona chair by Knoll International, designed by Mies Van Der Rohe.
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1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Mies van der Rohe Mid-Century Modern Split Frame Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Astoria, NY
Mies van der Rohe Mid-Century Modern Barcelona chair, with rare chromed split frame and black
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Style Aluminum "Barcelona" Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Two ultra-light Mies Van der Rohe style aluminum "Barcelona" chairs with original tan, mustard
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1960s American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Aluminum

Midcentury Barcelona Chairs in Special Order Stainless Steel and Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs for Knoll. The Classic chair that helped
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

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Stainless Steel

A pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs by Knoll, circa 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Barcelona Chair. Available now, a pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mies van der Rohe, Black Leather, Chrome, Early Barcelona Chairs, USA, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, Black Leather, Chrome, Early Barcelona Chairs, USA
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful pair of Barcelona chairs in saddle tan leather, these chairs have a wonderful patina
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs in Chrome Steel with Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Two vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs in chrome on steel frame with black button
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Late 20th Century American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Kaare Klint Barcelona Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Danish furniture and his Barcelona, or "Red," chair is a Classic of Scandinavian design. It was
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Modern Knoll Style Dark Brown Leather Chrome Italian Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of modern knoll style dark brown leather and chrome Italian 1970s Barcelona chairs. In really
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Chrome

Signed Knoll International Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Hartford, CT
One of the most important and iconic modern chair designs, the Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies van
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

Set of Four "Red Chairs / Barcelona Chairs" by Kaare Klint, Model 3759
By Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 3759 - set of four 'Red Chairs' / 'Barcelona' chairs in solid mahogany and patinated niger goat
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of All Original Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of all original Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona chairs, circa mid-1970s. These lovely
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Original Knoll Intenational Barcelona chair Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen, originalen Barcelona chair von Knoll International vermutlich aus
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Vintage Knoll Barcelona Chairs in New Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage "Barcelona" chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. USA, circa 1970.
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1970s American Barcelona Chair Vintage

Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair by Knoll International, Edition 1955
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
2x Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs by Knoll International for the Barcelona-Pavillon in
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1950s American Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage

Materials

Steel

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Barcelona Chair Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal barcelona chair vintage for your home. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, every barcelona chair vintage was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer barcelona chair vintage, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each barcelona chair vintage bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made barcelona chair vintage over the years, but those crafted by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Kaare Klint are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Barcelona Chair Vintage?

Prices for a barcelona chair vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $200 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,583.

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 Barcelona Chair Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The signature on a Barcelona chair is usually a stamp found on the base. In addition to the signature of Mies van der Rohe, the stamp typically includes an individual production number. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Barcelona chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe as seating for the King and Queen of Spain in case they visited the German Pavilion at the International Exposition of 1929. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of Barcelona chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Barcelona chair is a simple shape featuring a single curve bar to form the seat and another to form the back, with both intersecting at the center. A side profile of the chair will look like the letter ‘x’ with a curve. This simple design continues to be a favorite with home decor enthusiasts. Shop a range of Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The Barcelona chair is so popular for a couple of reasons. Many people prize the chair for its regal appearance. In its X-shaped structure, the Barcelona chair recalls the ancient folding stools of Egypt and Rome and was designed with swooping lines and a luxe contrast of materials between the chrome-plated frame and quilted leather cushions. Its minimalist design makes it a popular choice for professional settings like reception areas and offices. The chair also offers plenty of support and boasts durable, sturdy construction. Plus, many buyers appreciate the long history of the acclaimed chair, which was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, and debuted in 1929. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barcelona chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To spot a fake Barcelona chair, start by checking the base. A genuine chair will feature a production number and Mies van der Rohe's signature. You can compare these markings to images published by trusted online resources to evaluate the authenticity of a chair. Next, count the number of panels on the upholstery. A real Barcelona chair will have 40 panels, but replicas may not. Also, the upholstery on authentic Barcelona chairs is a single piece to which piping is then applied. If you notice seams that indicate the maker utilized multiple pieces of hide or fabric, you're likely looking at a reproduction. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore an assortment of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot an authentic Knoll Barcelona chair, first check the back cushion to make sure it retains its shape and doesn’t sag. The chair should be slightly taller than its steel frame and curved in shape. The upholstery should be excellent and even, with no signs of improper workmanship. For vintage chairs, look for a Knoll sticker or label on the bottom cushion. For chairs made after 1996, check for a “Knoll Studios” stamp on the frame. Shop authentic Knoll Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.