What is a mid-century chair?

A 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.

How can you tell if a chair is mid century?

To 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.

Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?

Yes, 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.

What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?

Some 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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Set Of 6 Midcentury Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood, Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

$1,400

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Fittings Upholstered Dining Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Upholstered Seat Dining Chairs. One captain and five side

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Fittings Upholstered Dining Chair

$2,096 Sale Price / set

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Six Vintage Dining Chairs Ladder Back, Mid Century, Beech Wood, Blue Upholstery

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

shorter chairs: 35.5" H x 16" D x 17" W SH: 18" A fantastic set of six vintage Mid Century dining room

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Six Vintage Dining Chairs Ladder Back, Mid Century, Beech Wood, Blue Upholstery

$4,499 / set

Funder-Schmidt Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Funder-Schmidt and Madsen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Funder-Schmidt & Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Funder-Schmidt Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$4,195 / set

Mid Century Modern Vintage Eight Green Beech Stackable Dining Chairs 1950 Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern eight vintage dining chairs from beechwood 1950s Vienna in green color tone

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Plywood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Eight Green Beech Stackable Dining Chairs 1950 Vienna

$7,564 / set

Set of Four Mid-Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Fully Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of four elegantly stylized Mid-Century Danish Modern dining chairs in beech hardwood

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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Set of Four Mid-Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Fully Restored

$4,500 / set

Contemporary Italian Dining Chairs

Located in London, London

with these exquisite contemporary Italian dining chairs. Showcasing a refined blend of mid-century

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Contemporary Italian Dining Chairs

$954 / item

William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By William Doezema, Mastercraft

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four mid-century modern Hollywood Regency dining chairs By William Doezema for

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

William Doezema for Mastercraft Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of Four

$2,495 / set

Thomasville Mid Century Walnut and Black Naugahyde Sleigh Leg Dining Chairs, Se

By Thomasville

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Thomasville mid century walnut and black naugahyde sleigh leg dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut, Naugahyde

Thomasville Mid Century Walnut and Black Naugahyde Sleigh Leg Dining Chairs, Se

$2,147 / set

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll - Set of Six

By Bill Stephens, Knoll

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century set of six dining chairs designed by Bill Stephens for Knoll, circa 1970s. This set

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll - Set of Six

$4,800 / set

Stylish Milo Baughman Style Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish set of six Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs. These do retain their original 1980s

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery

Stylish Milo Baughman Style Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern

$2,850 / set

Vintage Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs, Ebonized Wood, Brass and Upholstery

Located in San Francisco, CA

Six traditional upholstered dining chairs with a high back, square base, and brass-plated back

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs, Ebonized Wood, Brass and Upholstery

$660 / item

Exquisite Set of Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Eugenio Gerli

By Eugenio Gerli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique set of high back dining chairs features a wonderful combination of stylish designer

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric

Exquisite Set of Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Eugenio Gerli

$1,500 / set

Mid Century Beech Montreal Dining Chairs by Otto Frei for Fröscher, c1960s

By Fröscher Sitform, Otto Frei

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Compatibility: These chairs pair effortlessly with Mid Century Modern, Scandinavian, Bauhaus, Minimalist

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Leather

Mid Century Beech Montreal Dining Chairs by Otto Frei for Fröscher, c1960s

$4,000 Sale Price

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Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs, Benny Linden Style

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful set of four modern Benny Linden style dining chairs. This fine quality set of 4 modern

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs, Benny Linden Style

$2,400

Newly Refinished - Set of 6 Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Dining Chairs

By Svegards Markaryd

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Teak, New Tweed Fabric, A beautifully crafted set of six dining chairs by Svegards Markaryd of

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Newly Refinished - Set of 6 Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Dining Chairs

$3,195 / set

Mid-Century Polished Chrome Directors Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stylish set of six dining or conference chairs in polished chrome with vinyl seats and backs

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century Polished Chrome Directors Chairs

$1,800 / set

1960s Mid Century Maple Dining Chairs by Heywood Wakefield - Set of 8

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century maple dining chairs designed and manufactured by Heywood Wakefield in the United States

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Maple

1960s Mid Century Maple Dining Chairs by Heywood Wakefield - Set of 8

$2,239 Sale Price / set

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4 American Modern Tomlinson Sophisticate Tall Back Dining Chairs Mid-century

By Tomlinson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish set of 4 tall back American modern Tomlinson Sophisticate dining chairs. I love the round

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery

4 American Modern Tomlinson Sophisticate Tall Back Dining Chairs Mid-century

$1,650 / set

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Don't miss out on an incredible mid-century modern icon with Norman Cherner's masterpiece, the

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood, Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

$1,600

Set of 2 antique dining room chairs from the mid 19th century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Offered this set of 2 antique dining chairs from the mid 19th century. This set of 2 antique

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Antique Mid-19th Century Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of 2 antique dining room chairs from the mid 19th century

$293 / set

Solid Wood and Upholstered Mid-Century, Organic Modern Style Dining Chair

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Inspired by 20th-century Latin American design, the Clara Dining Chair blends heritage

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Ash

Solid Wood and Upholstered Mid-Century, Organic Modern Style Dining Chair

$2,185 / item

Set of Four Mid-Century French Metal and Brass Dining Chairs

By Colette Gueden

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A chic set of four dining chairs in painted metal with brass accents in the style of Colette Gueden

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal, Brass

Set of Four Mid-Century French Metal and Brass Dining Chairs

$4,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Catseye Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a set of four Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Perspecta Walnut Catseye Dining

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey Catseye Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$1,995

6 Mid Century Early American Maple Rush Seat Country Farmhouse Dining Chairs

Located in Dayton, OH

Six vintage Rike-Kumler Early American style dining chairs. Made of maple featuring rush seats and

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Maple

6 Mid Century Early American Maple Rush Seat Country Farmhouse Dining Chairs

$937 Sale Price

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1960s dining chairs

Located in Neuss, NW

Rare dining chairs in the style of Ilmari Tapiovaara from the 1960s. High-quality solid ash wood

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Ash, Teak

1960s dining chairs

$2,847 / set

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Romanutti, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Romanutti, Italy, 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Romanutti, Italy, 1970s

$5,027 / set

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Dining Chairs by DIA

By Design Institute America

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful set of four dining chairs designed by Design Institute of America. These feature fully

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Dining Chairs by DIA

$2,800 / set

Set of Four 1960s Šuman Mid-Century Beech Dining Chairs, Restored Upholstery

Located in Praha, CZ

Set of four Šuman Mid-Century dining chairs designed and produced in 1960s Czechoslovakia. Each

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Foam, Beech

Set of Four 1960s Šuman Mid-Century Beech Dining Chairs, Restored Upholstery

$1,172 / set

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Captains Chair

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century captains chair This chair measures: 21.5 wide x 19.5 deep x 30

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Captains Chair

$995

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each armless chair measures: 19.5

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$3,295 / set

6 American Mid-century Modern Burled Wood Dining Chairs Klismos Style

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Outstanding set of 6 klismos leg burled wood dining chairs. The upholstery is actually quite nice

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Burl

6 American Mid-century Modern Burled Wood Dining Chairs Klismos Style

$3,200 / set

Mid-Century Vintage "Irwin" Chair by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Embrace the classic lines of legendary American mid-century modern design with this eye catching

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Mid-Century Vintage "Irwin" Chair by Paul McCobb

$900

Danish Modern Dining Chairs

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs. Set of 4. Curved backs.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Danish Modern Dining Chairs

$4,000 / set

Mid-Century Modern Royal Sweden Woven Rope Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in San Carlos, CA

Beautiful vintage set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian black lacquered, rope woven dining

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rope, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Royal Sweden Woven Rope Dining Chairs, Set of 4

$799 Sale Price / set

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French Mid Century Wooden Dining Chairs in Elm attributed to Charlotte Perriand

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare set of five French mid century dining chairs in stained elm wood attributed to Charlotte

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Elm

French Mid Century Wooden Dining Chairs in Elm attributed to Charlotte Perriand

$4,727 / set

Gio Ponti Attributed Mid Century Woven Cane Dining Chairs Set of Six

By Gio Ponti

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean Lined Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs, attributed to Gio Ponti, Italy, circa 1950s. They

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Gio Ponti Attributed Mid Century Woven Cane Dining Chairs Set of Six

$5,850 / set

Mid-Century Modern Green Vintage Dining Chairs by Carl Auböck 1956 Vienna

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern set of 2 green vintage dining chairs was designed by Carl Auböck 1956 Vienna and

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Plywood, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Green Vintage Dining Chairs by Carl Auböck 1956 Vienna

$2,872 / set

Vintage Douglas Furniture Co. Dining Chairs, Set of Four, Mid Century, Pleather

By Douglas Furniture

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Vintage Douglas Furniture Co. Dining Chairs Measurements: 35" H x 29" W x 25" D Seat Depth: 16.5

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather

Vintage Douglas Furniture Co. Dining Chairs, Set of Four, Mid Century, Pleather

$2,443

Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern side chairs or dining chairs By Heywood Wakefield USA

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Maple

Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$2,995 / set

Mid Century Modern Vintage Pair Franz Schuster Bicolor Dining Chairs 1959 Vienna

By Franz Schuster

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern Vintage pair duo of Dining Chairs or Side Chairs in bicolor tone by Franz

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Plywood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Pair Franz Schuster Bicolor Dining Chairs 1959 Vienna

$2,154 / set

Mid Century Modern Vintage Ten Bicolor Dining Chairs Franz Schuster 1959 Vienna

By Franz Schuster

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern set of ten ( 10 ) stackable bicolored dining room chairs designed by Franz

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Plywood

Mid Century Modern Vintage Ten Bicolor Dining Chairs Franz Schuster 1959 Vienna

$9,455 / set

Set of 6 Mid-Century Rainer Daumiller Style Solid Pine Dining Chairs

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 6 Mid-Century Rainer Daumiller style natural Pine dining chairs with pleasantly curved

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of 6 Mid-Century Rainer Daumiller Style Solid Pine Dining Chairs

$3,450 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Antonin Suman for Ligna

By Ligna

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning set of vintage 1960s dining chairs produced by Ligna of Czechoslovakia with a design

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Antonin Suman for Ligna

$5,000 / set

1960 s Mid Century Modern Set of 4 French Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Set of 4 French Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs. As with all of our vintage seating we recommend

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

1960 s Mid Century Modern Set of 4 French Modern Dining Chairs

$1,380 / set

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Upholstered Dining Chairs

By Ico Luisa Parisi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful and stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern set of 6 dining chairs, with greatly worked and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Upholstered Dining Chairs

$2,154 / set

Norman Cherner Plycraft Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of 6 sculptural dining chairs, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, American, circa 1950s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut, Bentwood

Norman Cherner Plycraft Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

$5,750 / set

6x mid-century desing dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italy

By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Mid-century desing dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italy in excellent original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

6x mid-century desing dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Italy

$4,189 / set

Mid-century modern dining chairs by Antonín Šuman for Tatra nábytok Pravenec

By Antonín Šuman, Tatra Pravenec

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Mid-century modern dining chairs by Antonín Šuman for Tatra Nábytok Pravenec. Professionally

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Mid-century modern dining chairs by Antonín Šuman for Tatra nábytok Pravenec

$1,436 / set

Mid-Century Modern Lupino Dining Chair Cotton Velvet Polished Gold Steel

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

them in the United States. So, to honor her successful career, Ottiu designed the Lupino Mid-Century

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lupino Dining Chair Cotton Velvet Polished Gold Steel

$2,176 Sale Price / item

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Mid Century set of 6 Powder-Coated Metal and Upholstered Dining Chairs.

Located in Millbrook, NY

Mid Century set of 6 Metal faux bamboo dining chairs freshly powder coated in a pale putty green

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century set of 6 Powder-Coated Metal and Upholstered Dining Chairs.

$8,000 / set

Mid-Century Drexel Parallel by Barney Flagg Dining Chairs - Set of Four

By Barney Flagg, Drexel

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century set of four dining chairs designed by Barney Flagg for Drexel’s Parallel line, circa

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Drexel Parallel by Barney Flagg Dining Chairs - Set of Four

$3,200 / set

Set of 4 1970 s Mid-Century dining chairs by Schreiber Furniture

By Schreiber

Located in London, GB

range, and created 280 Schreiber Furniture Centre shops throughout UK. These dining chairs are typical

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Set of 4 1970 s Mid-Century dining chairs by Schreiber Furniture

$1,050

Mid-century Modern Style Set of 8 Dining Chairs Customizable

Located in NEW YORK, NY

The chair features extraordinary design with curved back legs that form part of the armrests and

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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-century Modern Style Set of 8 Dining Chairs Customizable

$14,423 / set

8 Monteverdi Young Dining Chairs by Maurice Bailey, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By Maurice Bailey, Monteverdi-Young

Located in Monrovia, CA

Set of 8 Monteverdi Young dining chairs designed by Maurice Bailey. Original Vintage Velvet

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

8 Monteverdi Young Dining Chairs by Maurice Bailey, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$8,000 / set

Contemporary Italian Dining Chairs

Located in London, London

Dining chairs Ash frames Fabric seats Made in Italy Contemporary If not held in stock then

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Contemporary Italian Dining Chairs

$610 / item

Set of Twelve Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Wilkhahn Germany, 1958

By Georg Leowald, Wilkhahn

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Set of Twelve Dining Chairs by Wilkhahn Germany, 1958 Set consisting of twelve delicate mid

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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Set of Twelve Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs by Wilkhahn Germany, 1958

$8,258 / set

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Mid Century Dining Chairs Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of mid century dining chairs chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all mid century dining chairs chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 18259 antique and vintage mid century dining chairs chairs in-stock, while there are 408 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century dining chairs chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century dining chairs chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many mid century dining chairs chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Charles and Ray Eames, Niels Otto Møller and Herman Miller produced popular mid century dining chairs chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Mid Century Dining Chairs Chairs?

Prices for mid century dining chairs chairs start at $1 and top out at $242,848 with the average selling for $3,291.

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 Mid Century Dining Chairs Chairs

What is a mid-century chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A 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.
How can you tell if a chair is mid century?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To 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.
Are Wassily chairs mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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.
What is an iconic chair from the mid-century modern era?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Some 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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