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.

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Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

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Cotton, Walnut

French Bergere Armchairs by Baker Furniture

$4,720 / set

Stellar Set of 12 Modern Windsor Chairs by Michael Taylor, Cane Seats

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Ash

Stellar Set of 12 Modern Windsor Chairs by Michael Taylor, Cane Seats

$42,000 / set

Stellar Set of 12 Modern Windsor Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Stellar Set of 12 Modern Windsor Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$32,000 / set

Spectacular Restored Set of 8 Modern Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1957

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

Baker Furniture Company, circa 1957. There are two (2) host and six (6) side chairs. Taylor's striking

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Spectacular Restored Set of 8 Modern Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1957

$39,500 / set

Pair of American Rattan Barrel Armchairs by McGuire, San Francisco

By McGuire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Francisco. These iconic chairs feature the brand’s signature rattan craftsmanship with circular lattice

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Pair of American Rattan Barrel Armchairs by McGuire, San Francisco

$6,450 / set

All Arms-Sterling Set of 14 Modern Windsor Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Ash

All Arms-Sterling Set of 14 Modern Windsor Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor

$95,500 / set

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, Far East Collection, USA 195

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 8 dining chairs designed in the 1950's by Michael Taylor for Baker furniture and part of the

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, Far East Collection, USA 195

$7,980 / set

Genuine McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Cracked Ice Dining Arm Chairs, Set of Four

By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire

Located in Vero Beach, FL

A set of four iconic McGuire Cracked Ice rattan bamboo dining chairs designed by breakthrough

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Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Rattan, Bamboo

Genuine McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Cracked Ice Dining Arm Chairs, Set of Four

$4,900 / set

Meticulously Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Cane

Meticulously Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$49,500 / set

Meticulously Restored Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Meticulously Restored Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$72,500 / set

Sublime Set of 8 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger

Located in Atlanta, GA

dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sublime Set of 8 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

$60,000 / set

Sublime Set of 12 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sublime Set of 12 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

$90,000 / set

Sublime Set of 14 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sublime Set of 14 Double X Back ARM Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, circa 1950

$105,000 / set

Meticulously Restored Set of 12 Cane Arm Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

examples from a RARE series of modern dining chairs from the boutique New World collection designed by

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Meticulously Restored Set of 12 Cane Arm Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, 1960

$92,500 / set

Wide Carved Walnut Frame French Arm Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Chaise Super Clean

By Meyer Gunther Martini, Baker Furniture Company, Columbus Hickory Furniture Co.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Wide Carved Walnut Frame French Arm Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Chaise Super Clean ottoman dimensions

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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Wide Carved Walnut Frame French Arm Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Chaise Super Clean

$3,800

Breathtaking Set of 12 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

coveted chair designs of the 20th century. Important chairs intended to anchor an important dining room

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Breathtaking Set of 12 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$92,000 / set

Unrivaled Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960-Cane Seat

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Unrivaled Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960-Cane Seat

$72,000 / set

Set of Four Very Fine Faux Bamboo Mahogany Dining Side Chairs

By Henredon, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of four Mid-Century Modern faux bamboo mahogany dining chairs. Turquoise upholstery in

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Four Very Fine Faux Bamboo Mahogany Dining Side Chairs

$6,000 / set

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in the late 1940s by Charles Eames, this chair has cemented itself in Mid-Century Design

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller LCW Lounge Chairs in Oak

$8,000

Unrivaled Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960- Cane Seat

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Unrivaled Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960- Cane Seat

$105,000 / set

Unrivaled Set of 14 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960-Cane Seat

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Unrivaled Set of 14 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960-Cane Seat

$124,500 / set

Breathtaking Set of 8 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

coveted chair designs of the 20th century. Important chairs intended to anchor an important dining room

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Breathtaking Set of 8 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$64,500 / set

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$72,000 / set

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 12 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$105,000 / set

Breathtaking Set of 10 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

coveted chair designs of the 20th century. Important chairs intended to anchor an important dining room

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Breathtaking Set of 10 Modern V-Back Cane Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$79,500 / set

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 14 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

All Arms, Unrivaled Set of 14 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$124,500 / set

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Evans Products Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in the late 1940s by Charles Eames, this chair has cemented itself in Mid-Century Design

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rubber, Wood, Plywood

1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch

$8,000 / set

ALL ARMS Set of 8 Black Lacquer Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

market. These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

ALL ARMS Set of 8 Black Lacquer Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1960

$68,000 / set

All Arms, Sublime Set of 16 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

All Arms, Sublime Set of 16 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970

$124,500 / set

All Arms, Sublime Set of 12 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

All Arms, Sublime Set of 12 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970

$92,500 / set

Sublime Set of 20 Vintage Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

chairs by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1970. This large set of rare seating

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sublime Set of 20 Vintage Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture

$160,000 / set

Elegant Set of 12 Parsons Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1970

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

A sublime set of twelve (12) restored Parsons style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Elegant Set of 12 Parsons Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1970

$81,000 / set

Sublime Set of 8 Greek Key ARM Parsons Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

An sophisticated unique set of eight (8) restored Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sublime Set of 8 Greek Key ARM Parsons Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker

$64,000 / set

Chic Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Chic Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960

$72,500 / set

Stellar Set of 8 Walnut Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1955

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

A magnificent meticulously restored set of eight (8) dining chairs from a boutique series by the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Stellar Set of 8 Walnut Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1955

$52,000 / set

Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960

$49,500 / set

All Arms, Breathtaking Set of 12 Modern V-Back Cane Arm Chairs by Michael Taylor

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

, rare and coveted chair designs of the 20th century. Important chairs intended to anchor an important

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

All Arms, Breathtaking Set of 12 Modern V-Back Cane Arm Chairs by Michael Taylor

$110,000 / set

Antique Rustic Adirondack Old Hickory Style Rattan Log Stool Bench Ottoman 22"

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Old Hickory style farmhouse / lodge footstool / bench seat / ottoman. Made from rustic natural tree branch / logs with woven rattan seat. Dimensions: 21.5" x 18" x 14"h

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Antique Rustic Adirondack Old Hickory Style Rattan Log Stool Bench Ottoman 22"

$875 Sale Price

30% Off

Set 6 Country French Ladder Cane Back Pegged Frames New Upholstery Dining Chairs

By Drexel, Henredon, Baker Furniture Company, Tomlinson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set 6 Country French Tall Ladder Cane Back Pegged Frames New Upholstery Dining Chairs MINT! Solid

Category

20th Century American Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Set 6 Country French Ladder Cane Back Pegged Frames New Upholstery Dining Chairs

$6,000 / set

All Arms - Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

All Arms - Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

$49,500 / set

All Arms, Chic Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

All Arms, Chic Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

$92,500 / set

French Provincial Louis XV Carved Painted Walnut Fauteuils, Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style upholstered lounge chairs or Bergere chairs In

Category

Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Paint

French Provincial Louis XV Carved Painted Walnut Fauteuils, Pair

$2,595 / set

Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone over Wood Pair Armchairs Asian Modern 70s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Maitland Smith Style Asian Modern tessellated stone over wood Armchairs, Side Chairs. A

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Stone, Brass

Maitland Smith Style Tessellated Stone over Wood Pair Armchairs Asian Modern 70s

$3,200 / set

Unusual Deep Wings Federal Style Mahogany Base Wing Club Armchair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Unusual Deep Wings Federal Style Mahogany Base Wing Club Armchair

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Unusual Deep Wings Federal Style Mahogany Base Wing Club Armchair

$1,400

Pair of Very Fine Carved Mahogany Open Arm Faux Bamboo Arrows Armchairs MINT

By Kittinger Furniture Company, Berkey Gay Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Very Fine Carved Mahogany Open Arm Faux Bamboo Arrows Armchairs MINT

Category

20th Century American Adam Style Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Very Fine Carved Mahogany Open Arm Faux Bamboo Arrows Armchairs MINT

$2,600 / set

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oversized Fauteuil and Ottoman

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style upholstered lounge chair with ottoman By Baker

Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oversized Fauteuil and Ottoman

$2,120 / set

Pair of Decorative Regency Style Armchairs on Brass Ball Feet

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of regency style white paint chairs on brass ball feet. As is upholstery.

Category

20th Century North American Regency Revival Club Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Decorative Regency Style Armchairs on Brass Ball Feet

$1,200 / set

Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Armchairs, Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style shield back armchairs or dining captain chairs

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut Armchairs, Pair

$1,595 / set

Early 21st Century Modern Modified Tuxedo Style Malbec Sofa by Hickory Chair

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Topeka, KS

Incredible Early 21st Century Modern modified tuxedo style “Malbec Sofa” by Hickory Chair Furniture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early 21st Century Modern Modified Tuxedo Style Malbec Sofa by Hickory Chair

$7,995

Sleek Ward Bennett for Lehigh Naugahyde Barrell Back Desk Chairs

By Lehigh Furniture Company, Ward Bennett

Located in Hudson, NY

Ward Bennett amazingly sleek designed office chair on aluminium star base. 3 available. All good

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Sleek Ward Bennett for Lehigh Naugahyde Barrell Back Desk Chairs

$850 / item

Sublime Pair of Sleek Modern Loungers by Baker, circa 1958 - 2 Pair Available

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fantastic examples from a sophisticated low production lounge chair series by Baker Furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sublime Pair of Sleek Modern Loungers by Baker, circa 1958 - 2 Pair Available

$18,500 / set

Pair of Baker Ebonized Mahogany and Cane Button Tufted Armchairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of ebonized mahogany and cane arm chairs by Baker Furniture. Stacked and loose seat cushion is

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Mahogany

Pair of Baker Ebonized Mahogany and Cane Button Tufted Armchairs

$3,800 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Laced Rawhide Barrel Armchairs

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

coastal organic modern style. The chairs feature a woven laced rawhide back in geometric pattern. The seat

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Laced Rawhide Barrel Armchairs

$3,800 / set

McGuire Mackintosh Style Organic Modern Rattan Dining Armchairs

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

. The chairs are newly upholstered with a linen style textured fabric. The chairs have a handsome

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

McGuire Mackintosh Style Organic Modern Rattan Dining Armchairs

$4,800 / set

Set of Twelve Baker Regency Style Burl Wood Klismos Armchairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Magnificent set of twelve English Regency style klismos armchairs or dining chairs made by Baker

Category

20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Burl

Set of Twelve Baker Regency Style Burl Wood Klismos Armchairs

$18,000 Sale Price / set

25% Off

Set of Twelve Baker Regency Burl Wood Klismos Dining Armchairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Magnificent set of twelve English Regency style klismos armchairs or dining chairs made by Baker

Category

20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Burl

Set of Twelve Baker Regency Burl Wood Klismos Dining Armchairs

$20,000 / set

Set of Four McGuire Laced Rawhide Rattan Dining Armchairs

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

straight legs conjoined by x form stretchers in a directors chair style. Made in the California organic

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bamboo, Leather

Set of Four McGuire Laced Rawhide Rattan Dining Armchairs

$7,800 / set

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Century Chair Company For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal century chair company for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and natural fiber, every century chair company was constructed with great care. There are 984 variations of the antique or vintage century chair company you’re looking for, while we also have 30 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a century chair company — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each century chair company bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one century chair company that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, McGuire Furniture Company and Hickory Chair Furniture Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Century Chair Company?

The average selling price for a century chair company at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $92,000 for the highest priced.

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 Century Chair Company

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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