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1960s Sculptural Braided Wingback Rattan Chair
Ottoman Set
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Southampton, NJ
A unique braided wicker Rattan wingback chair & ottoman set with new custom cushions embellished
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wicker, Rattan, Wood, Oak, Down
Four Z-Down folding lounge chairs and table by Erik Magnussen, Torben Ørskov
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare set of four folding lounge chairs by Erik Magnussen, made of brown lacquered tubular steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Travertine, Steel
Unusual Pair of Mid-Century Style Modern Arm Chairs
By Hastening Designs
Located in Middleburg, VA
as the "Viking Chair." With sculptural, horseshoe-shaped arms and tapering ash legs, these pieces
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Ash, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Down
Mid-century Oak and Cane Lounge Chair by Bernt Petersen for Wørts Møbelsnedkeri
By Bernt Petersen
Located in London, GB
Beautiful oak framed lounge chair with cane sides, designed in 1964 by Bernt Petersen for Henrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Oak, Down
1970s Minimalist Charles Pfister for Knoll Chair
Ottoman Off White Upholstery
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
An original lounge / club chair with rarely seen ottoman, originally design in 1971 by Charles
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Down
New Wood
Hogan George I Style Mahogany Chair with Cabriole Legs
Stretcher
Located in North Salem, NY
This New Mahogany Wood & Hogan George I Style Chair is an Uncommon Piece of Extraordinary Charm and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American George I Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Mahogany, Down
$4,672 Sale Price
30% Off
Howard Chairs Deep Seated Bridgwater Chair
By Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Howard Chairs Ltd "D/S Bridgewater" model armchair, this chair is the culmination of almost 200
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Club Chairs
Materials
Beech, Down
$4,779 / item
Contemporary Mark Chair in Umbra Grey Colored Aluminum, Sit Down Inscription
By Francesco Soro
Located in Milan, Lombardy
The 'Mark' chair distinguishes itself from the Tanit collection, from which it only takes the frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Pair of Queen Anne Wing Chairs with Down and Feather Seats
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Queen Anne wing chairs with down and feather seats.
Category
20th Century Unknown Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Custom Down-Filled Skirted Club Chair and Ottoman in Ticking Stripe
Located in Houston, TX
Very comfortable chair with matching ottoman upholstered in a simple purplish-brown ticking stripe
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Club Chair and Ottoman by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dorchester, MA
This classic mid-century club chair by Harvey Probber offers a comfortable rest with down-filled
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Down, Mahogany
Slipper Chair
Located in New York, NY
Tufted back slipper chair designed by Mark Hampton and made by DeAngelis, 1980's
Category
Late 20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Down
$1,650
Pair of Mid-Century Austrian Slipper Chairs with 1990s Silk Upholstery, 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely pair of 1940s Austrian slipper chairs with matching throw pillows professionally
Category
Vintage 1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chenille, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Velvet, Foam, Birch, Down
Chair and ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Classic slipper chair and ottoman, down and feathers, attributed to Mark Hampton, 1980's
Category
Late 20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Down
$1,800 / set
Stewart Arm Lounge Chair
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
Mn Originals highback cantilevered arm lounge chair with loose down seat cushion and thin profile
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Down, Maple, Upholstery
$3,400 / item
Bernard High Back Club Chair
By M | n Originals
Located in New York, NY
Mn Originals high back lounge chair with matching ottoman measuring at W 30", D 18.5", H 15". The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Down, Maple, Upholstery
$3,000 / item
Turned Wood Corner Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking turned wood corner chair with woven cane seat and sheepskin cushion, circa 1950s. This
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Down
$1,995
Pair of 1940
s Linen Club Chair
Located in Northbrook, IL
A Beautiful Pair of Sandy Brown Linen Club Chairs with Waterfall Skirt and Self-Welted Trim. Tight
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Down, Linen
$5,800 / set
Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs in Green Leather, 1958
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs in green leather and wood frame (teak). The pillows are partly
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak, Down
Vintage Contemporary Biedermeier Lounge Chairs, Donghia Linen Chenille/Leather
By Ronn Jaffe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chic comfortable lounge chairs for ultra luxe decor-relax on a cloud!
Sumptuous pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Linen, Down, Feathers
Midcentury French Woven Rattan Tub Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sculptural midcentury French white lacquered woven rattan tub chair, circa 1960s. This striking
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Down, Lacquer, Rattan, Reed, Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Traditionally handcrafted wingback chair by Beaumont
Fletcher
By Beaumont and Fletcher
Located in London, GB
Beaumont & Fletcher's handsome Theodore chair breathes new life into a classic design
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Brass
Deep Seated Walnut Bergere
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece is so deep, that the dealer we bought if from said, "You could have sex in that chair
Category
Antique 19th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Feathers, Down, Fabric
Large Winged Bergere
Located in Chicago, IL
This deep and comfortable chair has a wonderful presence and was purchased in Paris. It's an early
Category
Early 20th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood, Down
$1,000
armchair
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered chair with divided back, down wrapped, attributed to Mark Hampton, 1980's
Category
Late 20th Century American Club Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Down, Acrylic
$1,495
Louis XV Style Bergere a Oreille
Ottoman
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional beautifully carved and generously sized walnut bergere and ottoman upholstered in white.
Category
20th Century French Wingback Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Down, Foam
Pair 19th century Louis XVI painted arm chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th pair of French Louis XVI arm chairs. New down cushions and muslin fabric.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Down
$4,800 / set
Midcentury Italian Style Sculptural Lounge Chair with Flared Arms
Located in New York, NY
The futuristic 'Milano' chair was inspired by midcentury Italian design and updated with sharper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Down, Maple
Pair of "Square" Chairs by Marco Zanuso for Airflex
By Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair square form upholstered armchairs, loose feather down wrap
cushion iron legs on polished teak disk feet.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
$12,900 / set
Baker Furniture Contemporary Oversized Down-Filled Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of modern oversized lounge chairs
By Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1990s
Down
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Down
Baker Furniture Contemporary Oversized Down-Filled Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of modern oversized lounge chairs with matching ottoman
By Baker Furniture
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Down
Baker Furniture Modern Down-Filled Barrel Back Lounge Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture
USA, 20th century
Measures: 36" W x 36" D x 32.5" H. Seat height 18.25", arm height 24.5
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
White Slip Covered Swivel Chair with Down Cushions
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
recommended for optimal care. Designed for extended seating comfort, this swivel chair is your perfect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Down
$1,600 / item
Pair of 18th Century Step Down Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine pair of step down Windsor chairs are in fine condition. One chair is signed underneath
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Adirondack Chairs
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Original Mustard Painted Step Down Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These fine early original yellow painted New England Windsor chairs are in good condition. They are
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Chairs
Materials
Pine
Pair of Upholstered Chairs with Down Cushion Seats, 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of upholstered chairs with down cushion seats ending on wood legs and brass casters, 20th
Category
20th Century American Club Chairs
Pair of Chippendale Club Chairs in Neutral Linen
Down Cushions, 21st Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of Chippendale Club Chairs in Neutral Linen with Down Cushions, 21st Century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Down Stuffed Velvet Leaves Goats Feet Lounge Chair by J Robert Scott
By J. Robert Scott 1
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Wonderful Down
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Down, Mahogany
Pair of Club Chairs in Neutral Linen with Down Cushions, 21st Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of Club Chairs in Neutral Linen with Down Cushions, 21st Century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Materials
Linen
Kravet Sea Green Coral Velvet Upholstered Club Chair
By Kravet Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke upholstered club chair featuring Kravet's sea green coral velvet fabric. Grand size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Down
Rosweood and Down Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
This early Eames lounge chair and ottoman feature dark, rich rosewood shells and black leather
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Stunning Pair of French Down Filled Lounge Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely pair of French Style lounge chairs upholstered in a recent beautiful white and blue quilted
Category
20th Century Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Pair of Chocolate Leather Button Down Side Chairs, circa 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Sumptuous chocolate leather button down side chairs circa 1970s
Beautiful pair of rich
Category
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Baker Chippendale Style Wing Chair in a Fine Fabric with Down Cushion
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Manhasset, NY
A baker chippendale style wing chair in a fine fabric with down cushion.
Lia
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Office Chairs and Desk Ch...
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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Mary 18th Century Diminutive Slipper Chairs
Located in Bellport, NY
A rare find-Pair of William & Mary Diminutive 18th century slipper chairs.Mahogany wood frames,new
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chairs
Materials
Down, Upholstery
Rosweood and down Eames lounge chair and ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
This early production Eames lounge chair and ottoman feature rosewood shells and black leather
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Regency Chartreuse Down Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a pop of color and elegance with this pair of vintage Regency chartreuse lounge chairs
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Feathers
Vintage Regency Shadow Stripe Down Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chairs - A Pair. These chairs showcase elegant shadow stripe upholstery, catepilliar fringe and plush
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Feathers
Michael Taylor for Baker Spoon Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early pair of Michael Taylor for Baker spoon chairs upholstered in red & tan windowpane cotton
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Walnut, Down
$4,300 / set
1960s Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Down Cushions
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Herman Miller Eames lounge chair with down fill mix cushions. All original. Gorgeous early wood
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Circa 1920 English Leather Wing Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Savannah, GA
Circa 1920 English Leather Wing Chair with Down Cushion and nail head treatment
Category
Early 20th Century English Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
Italian Gray Mohair Lounge Chair with Down Cushion, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1950s Italian lounge chair, reupholstered in rich, charcoal-hued mohair with a luxurious sheen
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
McGuire Organic Modern Double Caned Rattan Pair of Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Southampton, NJ
A matching pair of organic modern McGuire of San Francisco double caned Rattan chairs. Features
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
20th Century French Style Louis XV Cane Back Childs Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century French style Louis XV cane back childs chair. Beautifully painted chair in our oyster
Category
20th Century European Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Linen, Cane, Wood, Down
Early Eames rosewood
down lounge
ottoman by Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
The most iconic of Charles and Ray Eames’ designs, the 670 lounge chair and 671 ottoman are also
Category
20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
19THC STEP DOWN WINDSOR CHAIRS FROM NEW ENGLAND/CIRCA 1820
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC STEP DOWN WINDSOR CHAIRS FROM NEW ENGLAND IN ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE .WONDERFUL AND RARE IN
Category
Antique 19th Century American Windsor Chairs
Materials
Pine
George Smith Feather
Down Club Chair in Lime Romo Linen
By George Smith
Located in Malibu, CA
George Smith club chair featuring feather and downfield cushions, reupholstered in a striking lime
Category
20th Century International Style Club Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Linen
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Century Furniture Down Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the century furniture down chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of down, wood and fabric, every century furniture down chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a century furniture down chair, we have 261 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect century furniture down chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each century furniture down chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI or Louis XV hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made century furniture down chair over the years, but those crafted by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Century Furniture Down Chair?
A century furniture down chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,600, while the lowest priced sells for $550 and the highest can go for as much as $137,904.
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 Furniture Down Chair
- What is mid century furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Century Furniture still exists. The brand operates from its corporate headquarters located in Hickory, North Carolina. The company was founded in 1947, and RHF Investments, Inc., acquired the company in 2013. You'll find a range of Century Furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Some of the most famous mid-century modern furniture designers were Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Evans, Poul Kjærholm, Florence Knoll, George Nakashima, Giò Ponti, Hans Wegner, Charlotte Perriand, Sergio Rodrigues and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some 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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