Mater Chairs
2 Mid Century Legomatic Walnut Wicker Rattan Vinyl Folding Side Chairs
By Leg-o-Matic
Located in Dayton, OH
Two mid century Leg o matic folding side chairs. Made of walnut featuring woven wicker rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Walnut
$205 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 33 in W 19.5 in D 17 in
Mated Pair Similarly Upholstered French Carved Walnut Louis Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant mated pair of French Louis-style bergère chairs showcases the refined craftsmanship
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$1,480 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 35 in W 28 in D 31 in
Mid Century Side Dining Chair by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Modern Mates
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
, from the Modern Mate series, c 1950's.The chair is not only stylish, but comfortable as well, making it
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$595
H 33 in W 18 in D 20 in
Mid Century Modern White Faux Leather and Carved Walnut Folding Chair, Set of 4
Located in Plainview, NY
A set of four Mid-Century Modern Leg-O-Matic folding chairs exemplifies the perfect balance between
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
$1,600 / set
H 32 in W 16.75 in D 17 in
Finn Andersen Style Mid-Century Chair
By Finn Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This barrel back chair with sculpted walnut frame is a mid-century mate to the famous tub chair by
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Six Dining Chairs, by Celina Decorações, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
Set composed of six chairs produced by the Brazilian company Celina Decorações in the 1960s. Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
$16,800 / set
H 38.98 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
1950
s Mid Century Desk and Chair Conant Ball Modern Mates by Leslie Diamond
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century desk, with original chair, designed by Leslie Diamond, for Conant Ball
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
$1,500 / set
H 30.5 in W 41 in D 18.5 in
Alfredo Paredes Palma Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Perfect mate for the Palma Chair or any room.
- Available in All Alfredo Paredes Finishes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Original LADY Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy (burnt orange)
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
An original 'LADY' lounge chair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Milano. The chair has been
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
$6,552
H 31.5 in W 31.11 in D 31.5 in
Original SENIOR Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Siemens. Zanuso received gold medals for designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Original SENIOR Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
gold medals for designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Recent Sales
Set 6 Dining Chairs Attributed Modern Mates by Leslie Diamonds for Conant Ball
By Leslie Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek set of 6 "Scoop" chairs by Leslie Diamonds for Conant Ball circa 1950s. Excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
H 32 in W 19 in D 24 in
Vintage Pair of Senior Chairs by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, DE
Siemens. Zanuso received gold medals for designs such as the lady chair, sleep-o-matic and tripoltrona
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Woodline Armchair by Marco Zanuso, 1964
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, DE
designs such as the Lady Chair, Sleep-o-Matic and Tripoltrona.
Condition:
Excellent condition, some
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Armchairs
Paul McCobb Planner Group Windsor Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Classic Windsor style chair by Paul McCobb. This is a for a set of 4 solid Mable chairs. This chair
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Rosewood And Brush Chrome Dining Set By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Rosewood Flame Patterned Top with Hidden 20" Extension Leaf, and Set of 4 Mating Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Russel Wright Low Armless Lounge Chair, Conant Ball, "Modern Mates"
By Russel Wright
Located in New York, NY
Elegant low profile scoop armless lounge chair, by Russel Wright " Modern Mates " line for Conant
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
4 Mid Century Legomatic Walnut Wicker Rattan Vinyl Folding Side Chairs
By Leg-o-Matic
Located in Dayton, OH
Four mid century Leg o matic folding side chairs. Made of walnut featuring woven wicker rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Walnut
4 Mid Century Legomatic Walnut Wicker Rattan Vinyl Folding Side Chairs
By Leg-o-Matic
Located in Dayton, OH
Four mid century Leg o matic folding side chairs. Made of walnut featuring woven wicker rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Leg-O-matic Folding Chair, 6
Located in Astoria, NY
Group of six Mid-Century Modern leg-o-matic mahogany upholstered folding chairs, original labels to
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of 4 Original Antique French Iron Bistro Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Wonderful set of four original antique French bistro chairs. Awesome mated to a small table in
Category
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of Four Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs
By Arturo Pani
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
back rests. The set consists of one arm chair five armless mates. Striking architectural profile. Note
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Carved Vintage French LXV Figured Walnut Side Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
, rarely found in vintage chairs. Perfectly mated to a French draw-leaf dining table, or a rustic farmhouse
Category
Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Stacking Metal Chairs in The Manner of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, Set of Four
By Mater, Nanna Ditzel, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in New Windsor, NY
A set of four stacking metal chairs in the manner of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's Ocean chair
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 31 in W 20.25 in D 20 in
Vintage Paco Capdell Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
comfortable. They were mated with some Donghia Anziano chairs around a granite table, available separately on
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Massive Jens Risom Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
An extremely rare chair, mated with its even less seen ottoman, by Jens Risom. Hulking comfort in
Category
20th Century American Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Highly decorative
commodious giltwood chair or fautueil with worn tapestry
Located in Nashville, TN
crannies where chairs are needed but rarely used (hallls, flanking fireplace...etc.....). The mate to this
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Impressive Pr of Antique French Louis XIII Needlepoint Throne/Dining Chairs 2/4
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
exquisite pair of chairs have mates should you happen to need four. A stellar opportunity to have a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs
H 48.5 in W 26.25 in D 30.5 in
Circa 1820 Pair French Louis XIII Armchairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
horsehair padding and are now ready for your fabric. This exquisite pair of chairs have mates should you
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs
Pair Hand Sculpted Steel Armchairs.
Located in Hudson, NY
and cutouts in the sides and back of the chair, while it's mate has no footstool and is solid. Both
Category
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Circa 1820 Pair French Louis XIII Armchairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
horsehair padding and are now ready for your fabric.This exquisite pair of chairs have mates should you
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs
2000s Eames 671 Ottoman for Herman Miller Walnut and black leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
black leather. Shows very well and in like new condition. A perfect mate for your 670 lounge chair or as
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
An Early 19th Century Italian Canapé and Armchairs
Located in Hixson, TN
″ deep x 38″ tall
The Italian Canopé is a mate to the chairs.
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Living Room Sets
Materials
Walnut
Original Lady Armchair by Marco Zanuso, Arflex Italy
burnt orange
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
chair, Sleep-O-Matic and Tripoltrona.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Original LADY Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy (burnt orange)
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
An original 'LADY' lounge chair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Milano. The chair has been
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Senior Armchair by Marco Zanuso, Arflex, Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
SENIOR Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy.
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, new
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
PAIR of original SENIOR Armchairs by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Siemens. Zanuso received gold medals for designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Original Senoir Armchairs by Marco Zanuso, Arflex
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Original Senior Armchairs by Marco Zanuso, Arflex, Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Brionvega and Siemens. Zanuso received gold medals for designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Curved Sofa by Marco Zanuso, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
chair, sleep-o-matic and tripoltrona.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Lapis, Mother of Pearl and Mable Pietra Dura Patio or Cafe Table with Two Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
An unusual café table for your porch, patio or kitchen. The base and chairs are a heavy and sturdy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Iron
"Interior with Bed, Table
Fireplace 1918" by Ricardo Gomez-Gimeno (1892-1954)
Located in SANTA FE, NM
cardboard
Signed and dated "1918"
17 1/4 x 14 1/4 (22 1/2 x 19 1/2 frame)
This painting and its mate
Category
1910s Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
H 22.5 in W 19.5 in D 1.5 in
Senior Armchair by Marco Zanuso, Arflex Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
. Zanuso received gold medals for designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Frank Lloyd Wright Chair
Located in New York, NY
detachable padded cushions. The mate to this chair sold at the Christie's London Important Design Sale of 14
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Pair Of Late 19thc Napolean III Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
" D X 37"H- MATE CHAIR
AN ATLANTA RESOURCE FOR FINE ANTIQUES
WE HAVE A VERY LARGE
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Bleached Walnut "Espenet" Wishbone Chair with Unique Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mate. This chair was made according to the specifications of an 80's wishbone, in every detail except
Category
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
1960s Teak Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
veiw this chairs mate.
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
1960s Teak Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
view this chairs mate.
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
19th Century American Arm Chair
Located in Essex, MA
and upholstered. See a good mate for this chair also in our inventory: # U1201308377927.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Senior Chair by Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, DE
the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Teak Dining Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Cathedral City, CA
With a sleek and thin profile, this table is the mate for Jacobsen's iconic ant chairs. A beveled
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Eclectic Period Armchair
Located in Hudson, NY
Single English armchair with finely turned arms and legs, and wonderful scrollwork. The mate to
Category
Antique 19th Century British Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
50
s Italian Armchair with Original Upholstery (2 Available)
Located in North Miami, FL
a bit with time. We do have a mate to this chair in the same fabric, but with several flaws. Please
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Four-Seat Sofa by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, DE
designs such as the LADY CHAIR, SLEEP-O-MATIC and TRIPOLTRONA.
Condition:
Vintage, in need of fresh
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Set of Four Legomatic Cane Back Folding Chairs
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of four vintage Leg-O-Matic folding chairs feature cane backs and faux leather seats. Built by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Contempora Dining Chairs by William Clingman for J. L. Metz Set of 6
By J. L. Metz Furniture Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of six midcentury dining chairs from J. L. Metz Furniture’s Contempora line designed by William J. Clingman. They are not marked but well documented and in fabulous vint...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
$3,295 / set
H 42 in W 20 in D 21 in
Ico Parisi in the Manner Set of Night Stands Late 50
s
By Ico Parisi
Located in bari, IT
Pair of one-drawer wall-mounted bedside tables with glass shelf and brass details. Italian production of the 50s in the style of Ico Parisi.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$1,715 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 8.67 in W 21.66 in D 11.03 in
Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of height fine French Art Deco cherry dining/side chairs.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards.
This is a sp...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant light, inspired by menswear, is reminiscent of 1940s style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Also available as a flush mount, its clean geometric s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers ...
Materials
Brass
$3,864 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Midcentury Amber Bubble Glass Pendant, Germany, 1960s
By Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink, Glashütte Limburg
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Space Age pendant light was manufactured and designed during the 1960s in Germany. It is made of amber bubble glass and has got a brass cylinder. The lamp comes without canopy.
...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair Italian Leather and Polished Steel Barcelona Lounge Chairs, 4 Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of iconic “Barcelona” chairs in the style of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Initially created for the German Pavilion at the Barcelona exposition, each chair features a sturdy poli...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
$2,765 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
Vintage Italian leaf Design Gilt Gold Tole Metal Candle Wall Sconce, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A 1960's pair of Italian gilt gold tole metal candle wall sconces. Each sconce features delicate leaf design and holds one candle. The wall sconces are not wired.
Dimensions: 10"...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$900 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 12 in W 10 in D 5 in
Oak Dining Table Renaissance Revival Refectory Extends Diamond Parquet Top
Located in Labrit, Landes
Oak Renaissance Revival drawer leaf table extending to 11.12ft 133.5ins
Unusual diamond parquet top
Carved oak solid wood and veneer parquet panels
French Spanish Basque early 2...
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Vintage 1920s French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
$2,573 Sale Price
45% Off
H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Raul Reyes
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Perforated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Glendale, CA
Raul Reyes 'Rey 14' Perforated brass dome ceiling lamp.
Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Finnish designs...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Tekio Vertical P1
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Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
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Metal
$2,836 / item
H 26.4 in Dm 9.8 in
1960s Midcentury Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut coffee table designed and manufactured by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960s. This stunning coffee table features a black laminated top with a black vinyl base. the coffe...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Faux Leather, Walnut
Grand Victorian/Art Nouveau Green Slag Glass
Brass Mascaron Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
An expertly crafted, late 19th century, mosaic-style slag glass pendant light in a crowned, umbrella shape with subtle undulations; excellent lead work- the glass itself is textured ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$9,800 Sale Price
65% Off
H 54 in Dm 32 in
Set of Eight Italian Dining Chairs in Oak and White Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight dining chairs, black lacquered oak, white fabric, Italy, 1970s.
Outstanding set of eight geometric Italian dining chairs. These chairs combine a sculptural design that ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Fabric, Oak
$7,800 / set
H 29.14 in W 23.23 in D 20.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
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Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket.
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Mater Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of mater chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, all mater chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 16 antique and vintage mater chairs in-stock, while there are 25 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mater chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco mater chairs are consistently popular styles. Mater chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Alias, Riccardo Blumer and Circu are consistently popular.
How Much are Mater Chairs?
Mater chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,625, while the lowest priced sells for $638 and the highest can go for as much as $89,001.
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.
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