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.

Mid Century Dining Chairs Chairs

Set Of 6 Midcentury Modern Dining Room Chairs

Mid Century G Plan

United Furniture Dining Chair

Dutch Mid Century Modern Furniture

Century Chair Company Chairs

Wood Dining Chairs Made In Italy

Vietnam Chairs

Dining Chairs 1960s Wood Upholstered

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Set of 8 Mid Century Modern “CH66" Dining Chairs by Nicos Zographos

$7,800 / set

Mid Century Vintage Bentwood Cafe Dining Chairs in the Manner of J&J Kohn

By J J Kohn Mundus

Located in Detroit, MI

style of Jacob Josef Kohn and Mundus (Austrian) designed in the early 20th century. These classic

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

Mid Century Vintage Bentwood Cafe Dining Chairs in the Manner of J&J Kohn

$2,200 / set

Hans Olsen for Frem Røjle Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Hans Olsen, Frem Røjle

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Hans Olsen for Frem Røjle Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans Olsen for Frem Røjle Mid Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$3,847 / set

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Set of four mid century dining chairs made in the style of Hans Werner's iconic design known as The

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Mid Century The Chair Model Chairs After Wegner

$3,200 Sale Price

20% Off

Farmhouse Dining Chairs 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Comfortable farmhouse dining chairs of the most beautiful form. Wonderful design and shaped top

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Hardwood

Farmhouse Dining Chairs 1970s

$298 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Pine Seagrass Seats, Danish Mid Century, 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand, Charles Dudouyt, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Odense, DK

A charming and rustic set of 10 dining chairs in pine and seagrass seats. Made in the 1960s by a

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Seagrass, Pine

Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Pine Seagrass Seats, Danish Mid Century, 1960s

$5,500 / set

Fantastic Set 6 Milo Baughman Thin Chrome Frame Dining Chair Mid Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fantastic set of 6 Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin chrome thin frame dining chairs. The upholstery

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Fantastic Set 6 Milo Baughman Thin Chrome Frame Dining Chair Mid Century Modern

$7,000 / set

Yellow vintage dining chair

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Yellow vintage dining chair in very good original condition.

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Yellow vintage dining chair

$337

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Set of Four : Beechwood with Light Green Fabric

Located in Rome, IT

Introducing our exquisite set of four dining chairs, a captivating blend of midcentury aesthetics

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Set of Four : Beechwood with Light Green Fabric

$2,131

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 8

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Each chair measures

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

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 8

$7,795

Pair Highback Modern Dining Chairs

Located in Trenton, NJ

bring a touch of sophistication and mid-century flair to your dining room. Dimensions: 21w 23d 39.5h

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

Materials

Metal

Pair Highback Modern Dining Chairs

$237 Sale Price / set

40% Off

Upholstered Curved Back Dining Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

. Perfect for both casual family meals and formal dinner parties, this dining chair offers versatility and

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...

Materials

Fabric

Upholstered Curved Back Dining Chair

$1,617 / item

Danish Mid Century Wooden Pine Dining Chairs attr. to Rainer Daumiller, 1970s

By Rainer Daumiller

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare set of four Danish mid century wooden dining chairs in pine attributed to Rainer Daumiller

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Pine

Danish Mid Century Wooden Pine Dining Chairs attr. to Rainer Daumiller, 1970s

$6,217 / set

Set of 5 Mid Century MODERN Oak DINING CHAIRS, Made in Denmark, c. 1960s

By Erik Buch

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Set of five Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs featuring solid oak frames and original textured wool

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 5 Mid Century MODERN Oak DINING CHAIRS, Made in Denmark, c. 1960s

$3,500

Set of Six Mid Century Italian Dining Chairs attributed to Osvaldo Borsani 1940

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Berlin, DE

This elegant Set of six chairs in hardwood where designed and made in Italy in the early 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Set of Six Mid Century Italian Dining Chairs attributed to Osvaldo Borsani 1940

$4,547 Sale Price / set

34% Off

Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 2 Arms, 4 Sides

Located in Miami, FL

Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 2 Arms, 4 Sides Offered for sale

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

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 2 Arms, 4 Sides

$2,400 Sale Price / set

60% Off

Chinoiserie Pavilion Dining Chair

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A fine mid 18th Century design dining side chair in the Chinese Chippendale manner. To be

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21st Century and Contemporary British Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Mahogany

Chinoiserie Pavilion Dining Chair

$4,083

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Style Mid Century Dining Chairs, Set of 4

By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball style mid-century dining chairs - set of 4 Each chair measures

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Style Mid Century Dining Chairs, Set of 4

$1,995 / set

Pair of French Mid Century Tout Bois Wooden Dining Chairs by Jean Prouvé, 1940s

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare pair of French mid century wooden "Tout Bois" dining chairs in stained ash and molded plywood

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Pair of French Mid Century Tout Bois Wooden Dining Chairs by Jean Prouvé, 1940s

$56,255 / set

Set of 4 Teak Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern, Restore

Located in Hannover, DE

Set of 4 Teak Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, Denmark, 1960s Beautiful set of four vintage dining chairs

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Teak Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern, Restore

$2,131

Fabulous Set 8 Erwin Lambeth Ebonized Saber Leg Dining Chairs Mid-century Modern

By Erwin Lambeth

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous set of 8 Erwin Lambeth saber leg dining chairs-2 arm chairs and 6 side chairs. Lovely

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fabulous Set 8 Erwin Lambeth Ebonized Saber Leg Dining Chairs Mid-century Modern

$6,000 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Tommi Parzinger Dining Chairs 2 Arm Chairs 6 Side Chairs

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Atlanta, GA

Eight Elegant Dining Chairs, designed by Tommi Parzinger, American, circa 1950s. They have been

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Tommi Parzinger Dining Chairs 2 Arm Chairs 6 Side Chairs

$12,000 / set

Mid-Century Inspired Rattan Dining Chair In Blue Aniline Frame/Blue Velvet

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A sculptural interpretation of mid-century elegance, this dining chair blends timeless

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2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Inspired Rattan Dining Chair In Blue Aniline Frame/Blue Velvet

$2,310 / item

Set of 6 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

The Mid-Century Modern Anita Dining Chair is a piece where lush, beauty and delicacy hide the

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

$15,358 / set

Set of 8 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

The Mid-Century Modern Anita Dining Chair is a piece where lush, beauty and delicacy hide the

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 8 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

$19,339 / set

Set of 4 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

The Mid-Century Modern Anita Dining Chair is a piece where lush, beauty and delicacy hide the

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Mid-century Modern Anita Dining Chair Wood Brass by Ottiu

$10,807 / set

Peabody Modern Dining Chairs

By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Lawrence Peabody modern white dining chairs for Craft Associates furniture These Lawrence

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Peabody Modern Dining Chairs

$2,675 / item

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs with Arch Backs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A handsome set of six matching dining chairs circa 1970's. Chairs are in very clean ready to use

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs with Arch Backs

$3,900 / set

Set of Eight Mid Century High Back Lisse Dining Chairs Designed by Tim Bates

By Tim Bates

Located in Benington, Herts

A Set of Eight Mid Century High Back Lisse Dining Chairs Designed by Tim Bates for Pieff England

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

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight Mid Century High Back Lisse Dining Chairs Designed by Tim Bates

$7,948 / set

Set of 4 Vintage Dining Chairs, 1960s–70s German Mid-Century Modern, Beechwood F

Located in Hannover, DE

fabric, adding a bold mid-century accent. Overall, the chairs are in good vintage condition, sturdy and

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Vintage Dining Chairs, 1960s–70s German Mid-Century Modern, Beechwood F

$1,677

Turned Birch Wood Fabric Upholstery Dining Chair Mid-Century Modern, Set of 3

Located in Miami, FL

Three Mid-Century Modern side chairs or dining chairs from the late 1970s made in America. Turned

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Foam, Jute, Birch

Turned Birch Wood Fabric Upholstery Dining Chair Mid-Century Modern, Set of 3

$2,250 / set

Mid-Century Chairs by Blowing Rock Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish set of matching chairs make a striking addition to any modern dining room or kitchen

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Chairs by Blowing Rock Furniture

$1,500 / set

Mid-Century Modern to Modern Oak Maroon Vinyl Rolling Game or Dining Chairs

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern to modern rolling game or dining chairs comprised of oak frames

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Modern to Modern Oak Maroon Vinyl Rolling Game or Dining Chairs

$2,995 / set

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather

By Laura Trenchard, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather These modern

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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather

$13,000 / set

Mid-Century Style Ash Rose Velvet Dining Chair In Grey Oak Finish

By Yonoh Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

generously upholstered seat cushion, offering both comfort and visual balance. Ideal for refined dining rooms

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Style Ash Rose Velvet Dining Chair In Grey Oak Finish

$2,750 / item

Kofod Larsen Mid Century Penguin Wrought Iron and Bent Plywood Dining Chairs, S

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kofod Larsen mid century penguin wrought iron and bent plywood dining chairs - Set of 8 Each

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak, Bentwood

Kofod Larsen Mid Century Penguin Wrought Iron and Bent Plywood Dining Chairs, S

$12,995 / set

Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs in black lacquer and leopard print plush

By Consorzio Sedie Friuli

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an extraordinary set of Mid Century Modern dining chairs manufactured

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs in black lacquer and leopard print plush

$5,684

Restored Mid-Century Rattan Dining Side Chairs W/ "X" Back, Set of 4

Located in Van Nuys, CA

them perfect for adding a touch of mid-century elegance to any dining setting, all meticulously

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Mid-Century Rattan Dining Side Chairs W/ "X" Back, Set of 4

$5,490 / set

Gio Ponti Dining Chairs

By Gio Ponti

Located in Oosterbeek, NL

Six very special Gio Ponti Italian dining chairs design in the 1950s for Singer & Sons. Good

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gio Ponti Dining Chairs

$23,734 / set

Mid-century Teak Model 89 Erik Buch for Povl Dinesen Dining Chairs c.1960

By Povl Dinesen, Erik Buch

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A set of four mid-century Model 89 Erik Buch for Povl Dinesen dining chairs in original

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

Materials

Teak

Mid-century Teak Model 89 Erik Buch for Povl Dinesen Dining Chairs c.1960

$1,795 Sale Price / set

61% Off

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Dining Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a vintage set of 4 Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

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

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Dining Chairs

$3,595 / set

Set of 4 Mid Century Italian Modern Dining Chairs in Blush Pink Suede

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A simple and modern set of four dining chairs circa 1970's. These feature their original suede

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Suede

Set of 4 Mid Century Italian Modern Dining Chairs in Blush Pink Suede

$2,800 / set

Stark Modern Dining Chair (2)

Located in Westwood, NJ

This sculptural metal chair lends an artful element to dining interiors, with a seemingly floating

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

Materials

Metal

Stark Modern Dining Chair (2)

$3,408 / set

Set of Four Vintage Dining Room Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

cushioned seats. A minimal Mid-Century design for the chair's backs make this set a beautiful way to add

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Vintage Dining Room Chairs

$2,000 / set

Set of 6 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, 1960s

Located in Richmond, Surrey

Set of 6 midcentury Danish dining chairs in rosewood by Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle Stole Stunning

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 6 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, 1960s

$4,848 / set

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Leather Dining Chairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem

By Fasem International, Giancarlo Vegni

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Leather Dining Chairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem This elegant set of

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Leather Dining Chairs by Giancarlo Vegni for Fasem

$2,180 / set

CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Craft Executive Side Dining Chair, Oak Leather

By Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid Century Modern Specs: Oak, Leather Yardage: 2 Yards (unless there is

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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

CraftAssociates Dining Chair, Craft Executive Side Dining Chair, Oak Leather

$2,750 / item

Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 5

By Mainline by Hooker

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mainline by Hookermid century walnut and cane dining chairs - set of 5 Each armless chair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 5

$2,347 / set

Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Room Chairs

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This set of mid twentieth century French dining chairs in the Louis XVI style includes four side

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ash

Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Room Chairs

$3,200

A set of four Mid Century Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with White Paris

By Meredew

Located in Bishop s Stortford, GB

A set of four Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with Cream Paris Boucle Upholstery

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

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

A set of four Mid Century Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with White Paris

$437 Sale Price / set

20% Off

CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut

By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura

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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Leather

CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut

$17,400 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century "Planner Group" Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon

By Paul McCobb, Winchendon

Located in New York, NY

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Set of 4 Mid-Century "Planner Group" Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon

$8,975 / set

Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in Black Faux Leather

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather. Crafted of solid

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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in Black Faux Leather

$10,467 / set

1960s Baumann Dining Chair

By Baumann France

Located in Hellerup, DK

Classical and beautiful French "Baumann" chair model "Oeil" with the iconic hole in the back in a

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1960s Baumann Dining Chair

$683 / item

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in Black Faux Leather and Solid Wood

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather. Crafted of solid

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in Black Faux Leather and Solid Wood

$1,513 / item

Mid Century Bentwood Dining or Bistro Chairs in Thonet Style, Italy 80s

Located in Lucija, SI

A beautiful set of bentwood dining chairs in the style of Thonet. The chairs were made in Italy in

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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Mid Century Bentwood Dining or Bistro Chairs in Thonet Style, Italy 80s

$2,119 / set

Rare Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Beechwood Dining Chairs – Set of 14, Circa 1960s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

**Rare Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Beechwood Dining Chairs – Set of 14, Circa 1960s** This exceptional

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Vintage 1960s Slovenian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Rare Mid-Century Faux Bamboo Beechwood Dining Chairs – Set of 14, Circa 1960s

$4,995 / 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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