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1970s Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in North Hollywood, CA
fantastic chairs feature its original white vinyl upholstery with chrome base. The chairs can be used as-is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,160 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960s Drexel Cane Back Dining Chairs- Set of 6
By Drexel
Located in Esperance, NY
Quality 60s Drexel set of cane back dining chairs with original upholstery and in great condition
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Four Very Fine Faux Bamboo Mahogany Dining Side Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of four Mid-Century Modern faux bamboo mahogany dining chairs. Turquoise upholstery in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Model 138 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Johannes Andersen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
craftsmanship, making them standout examples of Danish mid-century design.
All chairs retain their original
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
2 Teak Dining chairs 1960s by KS Mobler, Denmark
Located in Hannover, DE
2. Totally up to 4 available.
Very good condition of teak chair frames.
Original seat upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
$1,295 / set
Roger Rougier Set of 6 Post Modern Dining Chairs, 1980
By Roger Rougier
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Rougier set of 6 Postmodern dining chairs, 1980. Original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Six Vintage French Pierre Vandel Chairs
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of French vintage dining chairs designed by Pierre Vandel. Original upholstery and frames are
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$2,320 Sale Price / set
40% Off
6 Steel Gastone Rinaldi Dining Chairs for Rima, Italy, 1970
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Chicago, IL
6 Steel Gastone Rinaldi Dining Chairs for Rima, Italy 1970. Original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of 1940s Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Striking Pair of 1940s Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery
Elevate
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Set of Eight Frem Røjle Teak Dining Chairs, Model 217, Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Poul Volther, Frem Røjle, Johannes Andersen, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Modern craftsmanship.
Seven chairs retain their original black upholstery, while one seat has been
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Set Six "Clyde
s" Chairs by Peter Danko, circa 1980
By Peter Danko
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of six wood dining chairs with original red upholstery by Peter Danko, born Washington DC 1949
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 Scandinavian modern Oak dining chairs by Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
original wool upholstery can be used as is of you can have them reupholstered. Frames are solid and great
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Fourteen Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
; two chairs retain their original tapestry upholstery to the seats.
French, circa 1860.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ormolu
Italian Vintage Wooden Dining Chairs, Set of Four, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
upholstery that boasts a fantastic vintage pattern. These chairs feature the original upholstery on the seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair, Brasil, circa 1955
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Stunning woodgrain. Original upholstery. Each chair Labelled with original Oca leather tag and paper label
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Textile, Jacaranda
Vintage Meyer Gunther Martini Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Bloomingdale
s, Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Miami, FL
frames have carved details as shown. The chairs retain the original upholstery that should be
Category
Vintage 1980s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six Danish Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen, 1960s
By France
Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
Located in London, London
fittings.
The chairs retain their original olive-gold upholstery, which shows age-related wear and would
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pair of Italian Art Deco Walnut Armchairs with Curved Frames, Italy 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
original upholstery, Italy, 1930s.
This refined pair of Art Deco armchairs originates from Italy and dates
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Walnut
Henning Kjaernulf Model 26 Dining Chairs for Korup Stolefabrik, 1960s Set of Six
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Emeryville, CA
original skai leather upholstery and display light, age-appropriate signs of wear on the wooden frames
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Rare Saint Catherine College Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare St. Catherine College chair with the original upholstery. Each of the student rooms at St
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of Six Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Turned Legs Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
silhouette. The chairs retain their original tapestry-style upholstery in shades of beige, rust, and taupe
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Four Danish Modern Solid Teak "Eva" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
A classic set of four Danish modern solid teak "Eva" dining chairs with original black Naugahyde
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Naugahyde
French Louis XV Style Maple Dining Chairs in Brown Leather - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
natural patina. The chairs retain their original brown leather upholstery, finished with gold leaf trim
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Set of Four Amsterdamse School Oak Dining Chairs, The Netherlands 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
features of these chairs is their luxurious velvet purple upholstery. The texture of the fabric complements
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set 4 Mid-Century Modern 1960s swivel dining/kitchen/office chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four single stem swivel chairs, with the original green vinyl upholstery. Standing on four
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Six Antique French Neoclassical Louis Style XVI Dining Chairs W/ Floral Fabric
Located in Astoria, NY
restored, the chairs retain their original embroidered floral upholstery, meticulously finished with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Six Vittorio Dassi Mid-Century Modern Italian Mahogany Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
and original eco-leather upholstery, in excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-Century Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia Lens Dining Chairs, Set of 3
By Fratelli Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
for a dining room or living room.
Please note the price listed is for a set of 3 chairs
Original
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
FiVE ANTIQUE HOLLAND
SON
S ATTRIBUTED DINING CHAIRS WITH ENGLISH OAK FRAMES 5
By Holland
Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
handmade original Victorian dining chairs with original upholstery Attributed to Holland & Son's circa 1860
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Thonet Bentwood Armchair in the style of Alvar Aalto
By Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
original vinyl upholstery. We've priced them indivdually so you can select as many as you need. .They
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron "Raphaël" Dining Chairs for Votre Maison, France 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs come with their original upholstery or
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Late 18th/19th Century French Ivory Louis XVI Armchairs with Aubusson
Located in Essex, MA
Lovely original carved Louis XVI-style chairs with original Aubusson tapestry upholstery. A pair of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Tapestry, Wood
Pair of 1930
s Thonet Bentwood Armchairs in the style of Alvar Aalto
By Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
chair but was unfortunately lost during the re-upholstery process. These are indeed Thonet chairs. They
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
TEN ANTIQUE HOLLAND
SON
S DINING CHAiRS FROM THE BRITISH MUSEUM READING ROOM
By Holland
Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
handmade original Victorian spoon or medallion back dining chairs with original upholstery made by Holland
Category
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Carved French Oak Salon Throne Chair, Original Pictorial Upholstery
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved French Oak Salon Throne Chair, Original Pictorial Upholstery
This lovely old High Back
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Sofa Arm Chair by John Stuart, Original Upholstery
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish Modern teak sofa arm chair by John Stuart. Original Upholstery
Dimensions. 81 W
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery
$3,596 Sale Price
20% Off
Jan Vanek
s curved easy chairs curved oak, canvas and original upholstery 1950s
By Jan Vanek
Located in Almelo, NL
Jan Vanek's pair of two curved easy chairs with curved oak, canvas, and original upholstery, CZ
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Canvas, Upholstery, Oak
Outstanding Set of Ten Enrique Garcel Bone Leather Dining Chairs Karl Springer
By Enrique Garcel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding set of Enrique Garcel tessellated ivory bone dining chairs with original leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Colombian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bone, Leather
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
By Knoll
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Sergio Rodrigues for Oca, Jacarandá Dining Chair Set of 4, Brasil, circa 1955
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Stunning woodgrain. Original upholstery. Each chair Labelled with original Oca leather tag and paper label
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Textile, Jacaranda
$21,630 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Jan Vanek
s curved easy chairs curved oak, canvas and original upholstery 1950
By Jan Vanek
Located in Almelo, NL
Jan Vanek's pair of two curved easy chairs curved oak, canvas and original upholstery, CZ 1960s
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Canvas, Upholstery, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Armchair Club Chair in Black Metal with Original Upholstery
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Marco Zanuso's style 1950s original Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair club chair in black metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 High Back Lacquered Dining Chairs by Umberto Asnago for Giorgetti, 1980
By Giorgetti S.p.A., Umberto Asnago
Located in DE MEERN, NL
consists 4 high back solid wooden dining chairs with the original upholstery. Two tone high gloss lacquer
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Walnut Swivel Lounge Armchairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of walnut swivel lounge chairs in original purple composite upholstery with walnut bases and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede, Upholstery, Walnut
$5,120 Sale Price / set
35% Off
1960s Set of 4 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen High Oxford Dining Chairs in Vinyl
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
acquired from a Washington, DC area estate. The chairs retain their original black vinyl upholstery. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
LOVELY SET OF 6 HENRY II CIRCA 1880 FRENCH OAK
EMBOSSED LEATHER DINING CHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
provide you with the exact price.
A very rare and totally original set of Victorian dining chairs. They
Category
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Six Henry II circa 1880 French Oak and Embossed Crocodile Leather Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
rare and totally original set of Victorian dining chairs. They have the original upholstery which has
Category
Antique 1880s French Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Crocodile, Oak
Antique Art Deco Oscar Bruno Bach Finely Detailed Bronze Savonarola Armchair
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Chicago, IL
its vintage appeal. Original upholstery.
***Red chair and ottoman sold separately.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bronze
1990s Geiger / Brickel Associates Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Swivel Base
By Brickel Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chairs retain their original tan fabric upholstery, and they are height adjustable. They also offer a
Category
1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Fine Set of Six Henry II circa 1880 French Oak
Embossed Leather Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian dining chairs. They have the original upholstery which has been embossed with lovely detail to the
Category
Antique 1880s French High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Exceptional Danish Cabinetmaker Barrel Back Armchair in Floral Damask, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
its original floral damask upholstery and stands on four solid, stained birch wood legs.
This piece
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Birch
Pair Eames Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
Eames for Herman Miller were produced in 2015. This classic office chair features original black leather
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Niels Otto Moller Rosewood Armchair Mod N° 80 Set of 5 available
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Paris, FR
with Original Cognac leather upholstery Model 80, 1970s Marked Moller under the seat.
5 chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
1940s, Pair Swedish Adjustable Oak Office Chairs With Leather Seats By SMV
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Möbelfabrikerna i Bodafors). These elegant functionalist chairs feature their original brown leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
$2,791 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of French Empire Mahogany Armchairs Attributed to Jean-Pierre Louis
By Jean Pierre Louis
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
either four or the entire set of six chairs in their original gros point upholstery, the new fabric is
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Silk
1960s Clifford Pascoe Desk Chair in Walnut by Lewis Street Metal Corp
By Modernmasters Inc., Clifford Pascoe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chair retains its original black vinyl upholstery, and also has its original brass casters. The design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron, Enamel, Steel
Pair Eames Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
& Ray Eames for Herman Miller were produced in 1981. This classic office chair features original black
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chair original upholstery you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A chair original upholstery — often made from fabric, upholstery and wood — can elevate any home. Find 425 options for an antique or vintage chair original upholstery now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chair original upholstery, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chair original upholstery is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chair original upholstery over the years, but those crafted by Verner Panton, Knoll and Artifort are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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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 Chair Original Upholstery
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 14, 2024One way to spot an original Wassily chair is to look at the tubular steel frame. There will be no weld in the corners. The frame of an authentic Wassily chair is a single continuous piece of chromed tubular steel, with no cap on the end. Each original Wassily chair should feel lightweight but robust. It's a well-made chair and will feel like one. The material used for the seat and backrest, which was initially durable canvas — Knoll's Wassily chairs are available with leather slings — should feel equally substantial even if it's a vintage model. Lastly, the price of a real Wassily chair will also reflect the fact that this is a collectible design.
Inspired by bicycle handlebars, the Wassily lounge chair is one of Marcel Breuer's (1902–81) greatest achievements. Even though the tubular metal chair looked like an artifact from the future when the Hungarian-American designer and architect conceived it in 1925, Breuer could not have foreseen the significant impact that this would have on modern design.
Find original Wassily chairs for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an original Wishbone chair, first look at the backrest. Originals feature bentwood frames, so the backrest will be a single piece of wood. Most later reproductions are composed of two or three pieces of wood and will display noticeable seams. Next, look at the seat. Authentic originals will have perfect 90-degree angles at all four corners and many lines in the center with a tight weave. Imperfect corners, a few central lines and loose weaving are all signs of a reproduction. Finally, measure the distance between the bottom of the Y on the backrest and the seat. On originals, the distance is 10 millimeters. Any variations will usually indicate that a chair is a reproduction. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Hans J. Wegner Wishbone chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There are a number of ways that you can tell an original Marcel Breuer chair. One trick is to examine the frame. If you see end caps, you're likely looking at a replica. Authentic Breuer chairs featured polished, welded ends. Some chairs also feature stickers that identify the model name located under their seats. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
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