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Art Nouveau Chairs in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs Mid Hammered in Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs Fine Hammered in Antique White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture.
The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outw...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs Mid Hammered in Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs Fine Hammered in Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Chairs Fine Hammered in Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved p...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Anglo Indian Hand Carved Side Chair with Richly Carved Floral Motifs, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Anglo-Indian accent side chair circa 1900 with abundant and richly hand-carved floral motifs, scrolling foliage, hexagonal seat, carved legs and dark patina. This exquisite Anglo-...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Art Nouveau Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture.
The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outw...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Anglo-Indian Carved Peacock Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Mid 20th century hand carved peacock chair.
Category
20th Century Indian Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Materials
Wood
"Box Chair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Authentic Chandigarh 'Box' chair in teak, circa 1960. PJ-SI-54-A.
Made in richly coloured teak, lightly restored and re-caned to retain as much of the chair’s original patina as p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Indian hand carved and painted wood male and female chairs.
This were purchased in India in the 1970’s.
In beautiful original condition.
Measurements: 21.5” Deep, 21” Wide, ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Indian Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Wood
$6,500 / set
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
"Box Chair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Authentic Chandigarh 'Box' chair in teak, circa 1960. PJ-SI-54-A.
Made in richly coloured teak, lightly restored and re-caned to retain as much of the chair’s original patina as p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
"Box Chair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Authentic Chandigarh 'Box' chair in teak, circa 1960. PJ-SI-54-A.
Made in richly colored teak, lightly restored and re-caned to retain as much of the chair’s original patina a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Set of Four Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Brass
Louise Club Chair in Medium Hammered Brass Over Teak Wood by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Model PJ-0101-6S. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back. Slanted, slightly curved backrest....
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
$12,500 / item
Pierre Jeanneret Pair of X-Leg Chairs PJ-SI-45-A / Authentic Midcentury
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Model PJ-0101-6S. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back. Slanted, slightly curved backrest....
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
$12,500 / item
Pierre Jeanneret A-Legs Cane Stool Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-34-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The piece embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplified form with subtle detailing. It is reduced to the minimum. Compared to most minimalist d...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Art Nouveau Chairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
"Introducing the Art Nouveau Chairs Pair, a stunning set of Art Nouveau chairs designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. These elegant Art Nouveau chairs boast a u...
Category
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Art Nouveau Dining Chairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Nouveau Dining Chairs Pair, a stunning set of Art Nouveau dining chairs designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. These elegant Art Nouveau din...
Category
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Writing Chair by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, England
Writing chair by Pierre Jeanneret.
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967) was a Swiss architect and designer known for his significant contributions to 20th-century modernist architecture and...
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 8 Dining Chairs Louis XV Style in Copper Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV set of 8 dining chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV furniture and this...
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper
Art Deco Armchairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Armchairs Pair, a stunning furniture set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Armchair duo boasts a unique curv...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-34-A A-Legs Cane Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The piece embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplified form with subtle detailing. It is reduced to the minimum. Compared to most minimalist d...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Louis XV Chairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV chairs pair designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. He chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV furniture and this elegant pair ...
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Brass, Copper
Art Deco Dining Chairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco dining chairs pair, a stunning furniture set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Dining Chair duo boasts a uni...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Pinio Bar Chair by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Pinio bar chair by Madheke
Dimensions: D 55.3 x W 54 x H 104 cm.
Materials: Leather, wood, metal.
Classic leather upholstery detailed with bronzed brass.
Reflecting the fines...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Brass
$4,058 / item
Art Deco Chairs Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco chairs Pair, a stunning furniture set designed by the renowned Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved pro...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-A Sofa Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful a...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Duke Leather Armchair by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Duke leather armchair by Madheke.
Dimensions: W 97.2 x D 77.4 x H 106.2 cm.
Materials: Wood, leather, metal.
Leather upholstered back with deep leather upholstered seat and back...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$9,695 / item
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-46-A Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The void between becomes an important part of the item itself. It demonstrates different vi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teak wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Copper
Pierre Jeanneret Student Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-26-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the seat, the legs and the armrest ensure a balanced, though asymmetrical composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teak wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Copper
Rare Anglo-Raj Childs Chair or Slipper Chair circa 1890
Located in Bellport, NY
A rare find in this magnificent Anglo-Indian Raj handcrafted child's chair,or slipper chair. Made in Bombay in the late 19th century of solid rosewood, depicting open fretwork, hand-...
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
$1,330 Sale Price
65% Off
Louise Club Chair in Copper over Teak Wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Copper
Set of 2 Chairs Louis XV style in White Bronze Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV Set of 2 Chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV furniture and this Elegan...
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Louis XV Dinning Table Set with 4 Chairs and 1 Sofa by Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outwa...
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Pierre Jeanneret "Box" Desk Chair in Teak
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A teak armchair made for the Punjab University in Chandigarh, India, circa 1960.
Model number PJ-SI-53-A
This rare chair is in original as found condition. Only wax and oil have be...
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chairs Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
(A set of 4 available / price per piece) authentic PJ-SI-54-A box chairs by Pierre Jeanneret - Sometimes named the PJ-010204 teak chair.
Overall good condition, amazing patina and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, 1958 Single Armed Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Jeanneret, Circa 1958
Slatted seat and back, single armed chair in teak.
Provenance: Chandigarh, India.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret X-Easy Armchair Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-53-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Reclaimed Teak Droplet Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
The Droplet dining chair is the perfect choice for the discerning homeowner who desires furniture that stands out from the rest. Crafted with reclaimed teak, this chair combines mode...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Reclaimed Wood
$1,889 / item
Pierre Jeanneret, Rare Armless Easy Chair, Chandigarh, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret; Le Corbusier; Armless easy chair; India; Chandigarh; 1955; 1950s; Mid-Century Modern; cane; teak; wood; rattan; side chair; dining room chair;
This very rare ar...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Teak
$22,520 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Four X Frame Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret
Eulie Chowdhury, Chandigarh India 1959
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Chair known as ‘Cane seat wood back chair’ in solid teak and braided canework. Solid ‘banner’ type backrest, slanted and slightly curved. Canework seat and ‘X’ type double leg assemb...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-55-A Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Here we see the principle of the Japan...
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-D Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. It is made out of basic ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A
Authentic
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
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Indian Wood Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of indian wood chairs available for sale. We have 530 antique and vintage indian wood chairs in-stock, while there are 67 modern editions to choose from as well. Indian wood chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Indian wood chairs made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large indian wood chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller indian wood chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Indian wood chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Pierre Jeanneret, Stephanie Odegard Collection and Paul Mathieu (French) are consistently popular.
How Much are Indian Wood Chairs?
Prices for indian wood chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, indian wood chairs begin at $145 and can go as high as $115,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,799.
Finding the Right Chairs for You
Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.
“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames.
Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.
The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office.
A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
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