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19th Century Set of Four Antique French Louis XV Style Cane Back Dining Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
19th century set of four antique French Louis XV style cane back dining chairs
Painted in a soft
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Cane, Wood, Down
Pair Of Black Leather Lounge Chairs By iiL For Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of mid century modern lounge chairs designed by iiL and sold by Herman Miller. Black
Category
Late 20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
John Hutton for Holly Hunt Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Southampton, NJ
An extremely comfortable lounge chair with a matching ottoman in a beautiful oak Frame having goose
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chenille, Oak, Down
Pair of Yngve Ekström Lounge Chairs for Swedese, 1960s
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Yngve Ekström Lounge Chairs for Swedese, 1960s
We recovered the seats with a down pillow
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Foam, Pine, Down
Louis XV French Black Leather Bergere Lounge Chair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Southampton, NJ
Maison Jansen style Louis XV French Bergère lounge chair in supple Aniline black leather of
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Down
$2,795 / item
20th Century French Country Open Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century French Country open armchair with ottoman.
Painted in our soft oyster white, with
Category
20th Century French Provincial Club Chairs
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Down
Pair of Bronze Frame Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fully restored pair of low lounge chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin have a frame in flat
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Fine Tailored Wood
Hogan Club Chair with Matching Ottoman
Located in North Salem, NY
club chair with matching ottoman has been upholstered in a traditional manner. In addition to the deep
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Mahogany, Maple, Down
Pair of Slip Covered Modern Style Wing Chairs
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Pair of slip covered modern style wing chairs in white Belgian linen. Pre washed linen slip cover
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Down
Fladdermus Five Foot Tall Wing Lounge Chair by BJORK
By Björk Antikt
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exclusive bench-made extra tall wing chair - designed and bench-made by BJORK. Upholstered in steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wingback Chairs
Materials
Down, Feathers
18th Century Finely Carved Fruitwood Bergere
Located in Houston, TX
Louis XVI period finely carved fruitwood armchair, upholstered in white linen with down wrap seat cushion.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Down, Fruitwood, Upholstery, Linen
Old Hickory Tannery Traditional “Spirit Brown” Leather Club Arm-Chair
By Old Hickory Tannery
Located in Southampton, NJ
Experience handcrafted luxury in this American made armchair having plush down cushioning enveloped in genuine “Spirit Brown” leather decorated with nailhead trim over subtle walnut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modus Armless Leather and Wood Chair by Kristian Solmer Vedel for Søren Willadse
By Kristian Vedel, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Long Island City, NY
These Modus armless leather and wood chair by Kristian Solmer Vedel for Søren Willadsen (armless
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Down
Pair of Painted Louis XV Style Rococo Bergere Chairs in Natural Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful pair of Rococo painted walnut chairs in oyster white finish. The finish has a subtle
Category
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Wood, Down, Linen, Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco Style Fully Upholstered Sapphire Blue Velvet Club Chairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Art Deco Style Fully Upholstered Sapphire Blue Velvet Club Chairs
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Down
Vintage Wingback Chairs Slip Covered in Organic Irish Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Fabulous pair of vintage wing chairs we have reupholstered in our organic greige irish linens. A
Category
20th Century American Romantic Wingback Chairs
Materials
Down, Linen, Wood
Pair of Large Swivel Tub Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of iconic Model 3405 Swivel Tub Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. These large scale
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Down, Fabric, Feathers, Hardwood
Pair of 19th Century Painted Frame Bergeres
Located in Troy, MI
. Upholstered in muslin, these chairs can be recovered in the fabric of your choice or used as is. Sold and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
$5,995 / set
1968 Eames for Herman Miller Rosewood 670 Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
1968 Eames for Herman Miller rosewood 670 lounge chair and 671 ottoman. Newly upholstered in royal
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller 670 Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charles and Ray Eames 670 Rosewood Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Black leather with down filled
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of CY Mann Chrome Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Cy Mann, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
These Cy Mann chrome lounge chairs are in excellent vintage condition. Much in the style of Milo
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Art Deco Barrel Club Chairs W Fortuny
J. Robert Scott Fabric, a Pair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Art Deco barrel club chairs W Fortuny & J. Robert Scott Fabric - a Pair.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Down
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Duchesse Brisee in Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful Louis XVI style Duchesse Brisee with original finish. We reupholstered the chairs to have
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Materials
Down, Giltwood, Linen, Upholstery
Pair, Charming 1920s French Berger
e
Located in Bellport, NY
Lovely French Painted Bergeres in a soft blue/grey,new upholstery in a biege Kravet woven/cotton cloth.Very genorous seat with down/cotton fill cushions,the welting is in a stone gre...
Category
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Down
Antique French Louis XVI Style Wing Chair in Antique Grain Sack Upholstery
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful antique Louis XVI style wing chair is truly one of a kind, we kept the original gilt
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Giltwood, Down
Vintage Painted French Bergere with Belgian Linen Upholstery
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Fabulous original paint in a soft greyish green and aged gold details, the chair has been
Category
20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Down, Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Italian 1950s Armchair
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Italian Fifties Bergere. Really comfortable seat and high back.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bog Wood, Down, Fabric
$3,493
Pair of French Painted Bergères in Louis XVI Style
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of French painted Bergères in Louis XVI taste, with backs in classic shape of "en chapeau"
The wood frames are in lovely cream yellow painted finish with fluted leg and cubi...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Linen, Down
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchairs with Lelievre Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality pair of Louis XVI style Bergère armchairs hand-painted with great attention to details. The Lelievre silk fabric and color of the upholstery makes these armchairs part...
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Silk, Down, Wood
Pair of Louis XV Style Painted Bergeres, France circa 1860
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of 19th century French Bergeres in Louis XV style.
The wood frames are in blue-gray painted
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Linen, Down
Pair of Oversized Bergères
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
This comfortable pair of down-filled, oversize bergères has the fleur-de-lys pattern on the fabric. Fabric is neutral and in excellent usable condition. Made in France, circa 1950.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Bergere Chairs
Materials
Beech, Down
$3,125 / set
Cassina
Viola d
amore
Armchairs by Piero Martini
By Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern luxury lounge chairs, Piero Martini for Cassina, 1970s.
The camel leather and wooden
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Down
Three-Seat Sofa and Armchairs by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Telgte, DE
Three-seat sofa and armchairs by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620
Set of three-seat sofa and armchair, black fabric, on roles (all complete), shells very good original condition, d...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Down
RZ 62 620 Modular Two-Seat Sofa in Leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, 1960s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Telgte, DE
Early RZ 62 620 modular two-seat sofa in leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, 1960s. Design history from Dieter Rams! Excellent condition.
This RZ 62 model is a very early version wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Down, Leather
Pair of Painted Directoire Bergeres
Located in Houston, TX
Painted Directoire armchairs, circa 1789-1804, newly upholstered in linen with down-wrap cushions.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Set of Two Lounge Armchairs Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620, Nubuck Leather
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Telgte, DE
Set of two lounge armchairs Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620, Nubuck Leather
Set of two armchairs in leather in the popular color medium brown. This RZ 62 model is a very early vers...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Down
Afra
Tobia Scarpa No. 7505
No. 7506
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Here we have a very comfortable and rarely available leather chair and ottoman set manufactured by
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Down, Fabric, Feathers, Leather, Wood
Red Velvet Carved Bergère Armchair Louis XIV Cane Back Classical French Country
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Red velvet carved wood Bergère or Charles of London Chair. In the style of Louis XIV. The chair
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Metal, Wire
Stylized Wing-back Armchair
Ottoman
Located in Seattle, WA
The classic Library Wing-back rethought with a soft French flair, this 1950-60s chair and ottoman
Category
20th Century American Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Down, Wood
French, Set of 4 Louis XVI Style Bergeres
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sophisticated set of four French 19th century bergeres. Fluted legs, indicative of the Louis XVI
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Down
$15,400 / set
MCM Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Scalamandre Venetian Carnival Wingback Chairs
Settee Furniture Set
By Scalamandre
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Scalamandre Venetian Carnival Wingback Chairs & Settee Furniture Set. It includes two wingback
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XV Living Room Sets
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Down
Erik Magnussen “Z-down” Mid-Century Leather
Steel Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
A scarce leather lounge chair by Erik Magnussen for Torben Ørskov.
Denmark, c1968.
Original
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1960s Eames Herman Miller 671 Rosewood Ottoman Down Filled Lounge Chair Original
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Experience the epitome of mid-century modern design with this authentic 1960s Eames Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Down
Mid-20th Century French Carved Folding Up and Down Child High Chair on Wheels
Located in Dallas, TX
Feed your child in style or let him/her play in the antique and ingenious Art Deco high chair
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Children s Furniture
Materials
Oak
Modernist Suitcase Dining Table, Fold Down, Compact Self Stored Chairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist suitcase dining table ,fold down, compact self stored chairs, amazing design, richly
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Teak, Walnut
1960s Leather and Tubular Steel “Z Down Chair” by Torben Ørakov
Located in Victoria, BC
Experience the exquisite craftsmanship of the rare and distinctive "Z-Down Chair" meticulously
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Steel
Antique French Louis XV Style Mahogany Upholstered Chair with Down Cushion c1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XV style armchair offers carved mahogany frame with shaped back having foliate crest, scroll form arms and raised on cabriole legs with scroll feet, upholster...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Painted 19th Century French Cane Back Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French cane chair with painted finish in our oyster white, with a subtle antique distressed finish
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Down, Linen, Wood
Mid-Century French Regency Style Leopard Velvet Carved Italian Rope Chairs
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a beautiful French regency style Italian carved rope chair newly upholstered in a leopard
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Down
19th Century Louis XV Style Antique French Chair with Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
A beautiful French chair with matching ottoman we have painted in a soft oyster white, with subtle
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Materials
Linen, Wood, Down
Pair of 19th Century French Cane Louis XV Chairs with Linen Slip Covered Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
, and the one of the chairs has been repaired, the repair was made professionally and very well done
Category
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Down, Linen, Polyester, Wood
Pair of gilt W.J. Sloan chairs in Raspberry cotton velvet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of lovely W. J. Sloan gilt arm chairs in Bright Raspberry cotton velvet with all down cushions
Category
20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood, Velvet, Down
French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Chair
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Vintage French Style chair upholstered in luxurious linen fabric. This vintage French accent chair
Category
20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Cane, Fruitwood, Down
French Louis XVI Period Bergere Chair
Located in Pembroke, MA
French Louis XVI period bergere in walnut, with lovely silk damask upholstery and gimp. Separate seat down-filled seat cushion. Beautifully carved ribbons, acanthus leaves and other...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Silk, Down
Westcott Citron Linen Wing Chair by Bunny Williams
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic wingback chair designed by Bunny Williams. The Westcott chair is a modern wing chair made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Faux Bamboo, Down, Hardwood
Pair of Painted and Upholstered Louis XVI Style Arm Chairs in Natural Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
is a plump down cushion with medium support, very comfortable to sit in. The size of the chairs are
Category
20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Down
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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 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. - 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 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.
- 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 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 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 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 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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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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