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1992 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Black Fabric
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example dates to 1992. The desig...
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1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1989 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Desk Chair, Model EA435, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 1...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1981 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in Black Naugahyde
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair, Model EA320, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example dates to 1981. The ...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Black on Black Soft Pad Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Signed
By Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic of modernist comfort, these rare color way (black on black) swivel desk chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

German Eurochair 5600 Office Swivel Chair by Fritz Makiol for Girsberger, 1970s
By Fritz Makiol
Located in Hamburg, DE
A functional office chair from the renowned german manufacturer girsberger, based on a design by fritz makiol from the 1970s. the seat shell and backrest are made of black plastic. T...
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20th Century German Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Eames for Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs, 1980s - Set of 4
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern black Model 3475 Eames Time Life Lobby Chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced in the 1980s. This classic office chair...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Black Leather Desk Chair with Carved Frame and Nailhead Trim
Located in Yonkers, NY
This richly detailed desk chair features a sculptural silhouette and handsome materials, blending comfort with classic decorative appeal. The frame is crafted in a dark-stained hardw...
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Late 20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Soft Pad Office Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames manufactured by Ring Mobelfabrik
By Charles and Ray Eames, Torring Mobelfabrik
Located in Beograd, RS
In thus listing you will find a set of 3 iconic Soft Pad Office Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames. The chairs have been manufactured by Ring Mobelfabrikk and have the manufacturer's da...
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Green Upholstered Swivel Office Chairs, Pair
By Knoll
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Knoll Green Fabric Upholstered Office Chairs, on casters. 32" H x 21.5" W x 23" D; seat: 17" H. Provenance: From a TriBeCa Penthouse Collection.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Don Chadwick Bill Stumpf Herman Miller black leather Equa chair
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Ferndale, MI
Herman Miller Equa swivel , tilt , height adjustable office / desk / task chair . Designed by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick who famously 10 years later collaborated on the creation of...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Ray Eames EA217 Office Chair in Chrome and Black leather, Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA217 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaranteed with the ...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

VITRA EAMES EA 217 / 219 SOFT PAD LEATHER CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAiR
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable, original Vitra Eames Black Leather sofa pad captains chair which is model number EA2...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1980s Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Management Chair in Dark Green Leather
By Knoll, Richard Sapper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage 1980s Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Management swivel desk chair combines iconic design with exceptional comfort, making it a standout example of high-end vintage o...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Clipper Black Leather Office Desk Chair
By Clipper Furniture 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Desk chair by Clipper c.1960s, Japan. This chrome armchair features new black leather upholstery along the seat, seatback and arm rests. The chair is outfitted with a tilt swivel mec...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Pair of Stow Davis Black Leather Chrome Rolling Swivel Desk or Office Chairs
By Stow Davis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the 1960s, these chairs were manufactured by Stow Davis, who was known at the time for producing office furniture that competed with the likes of Knoll in terms ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Fabricius Kastholm Swivel Chair in Dark Brown Leather and Steel
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius, Kill International
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, swivel chair model 'FK 6725', leather, metal, Germany, designed in 1966 Wonderful 'Bird Chair' by designer duo Fabriciu...
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tecno Chair and Desk Unit by Osvaldo Borsani
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Budapest, HU
Discover the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and practical functionality with this stunning 3-seater desk unit, masterfully designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. Whether you'...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 12 Stow Davis Black Leather Chrome Rolling Swivel Desk or Office Chairs
By Stow Davis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the 1960s, these chairs were manufactured by Stow Davis, who was known at the time for producing office furniture that competed with the likes of Knoll in terms ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll Swivel Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Otto Zapf for Knoll International, desk chair, leather, lacquered metal, United States, design 1974 When Bobby Cadwallader, the former president of Knoll, encountered the German des...
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Accent Chairs in Chrome by Bert England for Stow Davis, USA, c. 1960s
By Bert England
Located in Deland, FL
This striking set of two Mid-Century Modern office or accent chairs, designed by Bert England for Stow Davis in the 1960s, blends timeless elegance with contemporary comfort. Newly r...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1/6 Charles Ray Eames EA108 swivel office armchairs in Hopsak, Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Antwerp, BE
An iconic design by Charles & Ray Eames, this set of six EA108 swivel office armchairs embodies the timeless elegance and ergonomic innovation that have made the Aluminium Group seri...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair This chair measures: 31.5 wide x 31.5 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pair of office chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).  
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

VITRA EAMES EA217 SOFTPAD LEATHER CAPTAINS DIRECTORS OFFICE CHAiR
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable, original Vitra Eames Black Leather sofa pad Captains or Directors chair which is mod...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

A Rare English Georgian Button Back Desk Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Rare English Georgian Button Back Desk Chair The Chair has a deeply buttoned leather back and a superbly sculptured solid wood saddle seat. It also has scrolled arms and a very r...
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1960s Arne Jacobsen Rare Butterfly Auditorium Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Arne Jacobsen rare Butterfly Auditorium chairs by Fritz Hansen Extremly rare auditorium version of the Iconic chair model 3107 / butterfly from the 7 series designed by Arne J...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jacques Adnet saddle-stitched leather brass desk chair 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful desk chair in black leather by Jacques Adnet dating from the early 1950s. This chair is characteristic of Adnet's work, soft saddle-stitched leather dit piqué sellier, and ...
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

Saarinen Executive Chair for Knoll in Black Vinyl Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Executive armchair, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, circa 1950/60's. The chair features an upholstered seat, arms and back rest, mounted on steel legs. This...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Preben Fabricius Jorgen Kastholm Bird Chair
By Preben Fabricius
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic Bird Chair by Jorgen Kastholm and Preben Fabricius, Germany 1960's Beautiful black leather and new caster wheels. Swivels and rolls with ease. Priced and sold Individua...
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Vintage 1960s German Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Discover the pinnacle of mid-century design with this exquisite Executive Swivel Office Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, a testament to the era's innovation and Wormley's enduring...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Brown EA217 Softpad Desk Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA217, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This chair dates to the late 1970s, e...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Chair with Bentwood Back Black Vinyl by Clifford Pascoe
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair by Clifford Pascoe features wrought iron frame, bentwood seat back and vintage vinyl upholstery. Dimensions: 16w 15.5d 29.5h 18.25sh Condition ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Mix desk chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s.
By Molteni C, Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Athens, Attiki
'Mix' swivel desk chair byAfra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s. Beautiful, graphic design, rare find in very good condition!
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Chair in Eggplant Leather for Herman Miller, 1985 USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life swivel chair in Eggplant leather with a dark purple powder coated aluminum frame. Incredible color and condition to leather and aluminum frame. All original w...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 1980's vintage, Charles Pollock black executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. S...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Herman Miller Equa Executive Office Chair in Black Leather.
By Herman Miller
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This is an Equa high back executive office chair designed by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick first introduced in the 80's. This chair has an original manufacturer's label from the 90's....
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Vincent Cafiero Desk Chair, USA 1950 s
By Vincent Cafiero
Located in New York, NY
Vincent Cafiero for Knoll. Desk chair in original tufted leather with original early labels. 26x25x33. Seat height 18, Seat 19.5x18.5, Arm 26
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

6727 Desk Chair by Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius for Kill International
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius
Located in Dallas, TX
A patinated black leather 6727 desk chair designed by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius for Kill International.
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Vintage 1970s Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1990s Mario Bellini for Vitra Imago High Back Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Mario Bellini, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Imago Executive Desk Chair, initially designed by Mario Bellini and Dieter Thiel for Vitra in 1984. This example dates to the 1990s and was produced in Germany. It feature...
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1990s German Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1989 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA418, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 1989....
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1996 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Pneumatic Base
By Richard Sapper, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Management Desk Chair designed by Richard Sapper, originally introduced for Knoll in 1979. This particular example dates to 1996. It features grey leather upholstery with a...
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1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen with black leather upholstery and metal foot, manufactu...
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Antique 1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Swivel Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll International, USA 1970
By Knoll, Max Pearson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Max Pearson for Knoll International, this mid-century modern swivel chair offers both functionality and iconic design. The chair features a sculptural molded shell uphols...
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Steel

Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black leather armchair with aluminum base and wheels. Stamped Herman Miller. It turns on itself. Seat height 53 cm. Wear due to time and age of the armchair. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST U...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Black Leather Incisa Office Chair by Vico Magistretti for De Padova, 1992
By ICF De Padova, Vico Magistretti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy in 1992 and designed by Vico Magistretti for De Padova. This revolving office chair features a metal frame and its original high-quality leather upholstery. This chair ...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Icf, 1970s
By ICF Milano 1, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black leather armchair with aluminum base and wheels. Stamped ICF. It turns on itself. Seat height 51 cm. Wear due to time and age of the armchair. For shipping, request us for rece...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

4x Vitra Eames Aluminum Chair EA 108 – Classic in Black Hopsak, Swivel Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Telgte, DE
For sale are four original Vitra Aluminum Chairs EA 108, featuring black Hopsak upholstery – a timeless design classic by Charles & Ray Eames from 1958. • Manufacturer: Vitra • Desi...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set Of 9 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Designed as part of the iconic Aluminum Group, this low-back, side chair has the same sophisticated, refined aesthetic with extra padding. This authentic Eames Soft Pad Chair is mad...
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Vintage 1950s American Craftsman Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

French Art Déco Office Chair Black Highgloss Lacquer Raydesign leather 1930s
Located in Salzburg, AT
French Art Déco Office Chair Black Highgloss Lacquer Raydesign leather 1930s Elegant shaped French Art Deco office chair (armchair) completely restored. Re-lacquerd with black shiny...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Beech

1992 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chair, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 1992....
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1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Charles Ray Eames EA219 Office Chair in Chrome and Black leather, Vitra
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA219 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaranteed with the ...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

1989 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA435, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 1989....
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm Office Chair Model FK84, 1962
By Preben Fabricius, Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful office chair Model FK84 by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, 1962, early production with cantilevering back rest, in black leather on a three star ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Chrome

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Wilton, CT
Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of the Time Life building in New York City. This luxurious vintage chair made by Herman Miller in the 1980's...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

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Aluminum, Steel

1979 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chair, Model EA418, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 1979....
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Eames Time Life Lobby Lounge Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life Lobby Chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Black leather is in good condition with wear as shown. Extremely comfortable and worn in. Chair swivels. Heigh...
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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

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Aluminum

1990 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Executive Desk Chairs in Black Leather
By Mario Bellini, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Figura Desk Office Chair, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Vitra in 1979. These examples date to the year 1990. The chairs feature an aluminum base with a seat that...
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1990s Swiss Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

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Black Antique and Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, all black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs available were constructed with great care. Black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll each produced beautiful black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Black Antique and Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs?

Prices for black antique and vintage office chairs and desk chairs start at $1 and top out at $48,000 with the average selling for $1,991.

Finding the Right Office Chairs And Desk Chairs for You

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.