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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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Lucite Back Cream Cushion and Metal Dining Chairs - 4 Chairs

$409 Sale Price

48% Off

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Curved Angled Back Dining Arm Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid-Century Modern walnut curved angled back dining arm chairs - a pair. Item features sleek curved

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

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Curved Angled Back Dining Arm Chairs - a Pair

$895 / set

Gastone Rinaldi Space Age Mid-Century Dining Chairs (4)

By Gastone Rinaldi

Located in London, GB

A set of four dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima. Italy, c1970s. Price is for the set of

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Gastone Rinaldi Space Age Mid-Century Dining Chairs (4)

$2,701 / set

Set of 4 Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Raw & organic! This marvelous set of 4 brutalist style dining chairs is fully made out of solid

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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Oak

Set of 4 Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs

$4,510

Mid-century Eric Buch Reupholstered Teak Dining Chairs c.1960

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A set of four dining chairs with two tone Teak frames. Darker frames and lighter backrest

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

Materials

Teak

Mid-century Eric Buch Reupholstered Teak Dining Chairs c.1960

$1,795 Sale Price / set

28% Off

Set of 6 Brutalist Mid Century Lane Staccato Dining Chairs

By Lane Furniture

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage Mid Century Brutalist Lane Staccato Dining Chairs circa 1970’s. Set of 6 Lane Staccato

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

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Brass, Copper

Set of 6 Brutalist Mid Century Lane Staccato Dining Chairs

$2,200

Set Of Four Danish Mid Century Modern Teak And FauxLeather Dining Chairs

By Dyrlund

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Finely made by Dyrlund, Denmark. The classic Mid Century dining chair with shaped teak frame and

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

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Teak, Faux Leather

Set Of Four Danish Mid Century Modern Teak And FauxLeather Dining Chairs

$1,795 / set

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs attributed to Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage-modern dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman, features tufted white vinyl upholstery and

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs attributed to Milo Baughman

$3,000 / set

Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chair by J.L. Møller

Located in Seattle, WA

A Danish Mid Century Modern dining chair designed for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. Made in Denmark

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chair by J.L. Møller

$1,295

Mid-Century Chrome Dining Chairs Styled After Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Set of four chrome dining set styled after Milo Baughman, each chair features a chrome base with a

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Dining Chairs Styled After Milo Baughman

$1,480 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a set of six Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Dining Chairs. Featuring a high

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

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Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$1,495 / set

Lane Acclaim Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Lane Acclaim

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lane Acclaim Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.5 wide x

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Lane Acclaim Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$4,595

Set of Four Chrome Base Mid Century Dining Chairs

By Saporiti, Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of nice Mid-Century Modern chairs on chrome bases with vinyl upholstery.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four Chrome Base Mid Century Dining Chairs

$1,400 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Gordon Russell

By Gordon Russell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s. These mid-century chairs are freshly reupholstered in a vivid blue weave fabric and have

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by Gordon Russell

$3,800 / set

1970s Mid Century Lounge Chairs Styled After James Mont - Set of 2

By Century Furniture, James Mont

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century lounge chairs styled after James Mont and manufactured by Century Furniture in the

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

1970s Mid Century Lounge Chairs Styled After James Mont - Set of 2

$1,759 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Six Dining Chairs by DIA, Chrome, Mid Century Modern, MCM

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

dining chairs by DIA (Design Institute of America) Sleek chrome frame with mid-century modern appeal Bold

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

Materials

Chrome

Six Dining Chairs by DIA, Chrome, Mid Century Modern, MCM

$4,800 / set

Set of Six Mid-Century Danish Dining Chairs

Located in Vienna, AT

Set of six Danish dining chairs in hardwood veneer from the late 1960s, by unknown designer padded

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Six Mid-Century Danish Dining Chairs

$2,290 Sale Price / set

21% Off

Mid-Century Modern Stakmore Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Stakmore Company

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This elegant set of four Mid-Century Modern Stakmore folding dining chairs perfectly blends form

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Stakmore Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$1,995 / set

Henning Kjaernulf Razor Mid-Century Oak Danish Dining Chairs

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in London, GB

Oak dining chairs by Henning/Henry Kjaernulf. Denmark, c1960s. 'Razor back' or 'Razor blade

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Henning Kjaernulf Razor Mid-Century Oak Danish Dining Chairs

$7,813 / set

Preview Mid Century Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Preview

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Preview Mid Century Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 20.5 wide x 24

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Preview Mid Century Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$4,347 / set

Paul McCobb for Lane Delineator Mid Century Rosewood Dining Chair

By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Lane Delineator Mid Century Rosewood Dining Chair This chair measures: 22 wide x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Paul McCobb for Lane Delineator Mid Century Rosewood Dining Chair

$1,147

Set of Four Leather Mid-Century Desk or Dining Chairs

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Set of four chairs. Original leather on seats. The backs are of moulded plastic.

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20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Set of Four Leather Mid-Century Desk or Dining Chairs

$1,441 / set

4 unique Italian Mid century modern dining chairs 1960 s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Extraordinary set of 4 Italian mid century modern oak chairs. I have been searching the net and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

4 unique Italian Mid century modern dining chairs 1960 s

$2,582 / set

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.75

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Lawrence Peabody Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$7,095 / set

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each armless chair measures: 20.5

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$3,095 / set

Dunbar Mid Century Lattice Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dunbar Mid Century Lattice Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 20 wide x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Dunbar Mid Century Lattice Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$4,347 / set

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs by Antonin Suman

By Antonín Šuman

Located in Vienna, AT

Walnut wood with walnut veneer glossy finish, upholstered with gray/creme bouclé. Designed by Antonin Suman in the 1960s for Tatra in Czechoslovakia. The final upholstery can be cust...

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs by Antonin Suman

$1,490 / item

1960s Mid Century Walnut Vinyl Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-Century Walnut & Vinyl Dining Chairs Bring a touch of retro charm to your dining space with

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Walnut

1960s Mid Century Walnut Vinyl Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$2,360 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Dillingham Mid Century Highback Walnut Dining Chair, Set of 6

By Dillingham Manufacturing Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dillingham mid century highback walnut dining chair - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 19 wide x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Dillingham Mid Century Highback Walnut Dining Chair, Set of 6

$2,147 / set

Dyrlund Style Mid-Century Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Dyrlund

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dyrlund style mid century rosewood dining chairs - set of 6. These chairs measure: 19 wide x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Dyrlund Style Mid-Century Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of 6

$2,847 / set

Dillingham Mid Century Walnut Tufted Dining Chairs, Set of 4

By Dillingham Manufacturing Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dillingham Mid Century walnut tufted dining chairs - set of 4 Each chair measures: 20 wide x 22

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Dillingham Mid Century Walnut Tufted Dining Chairs, Set of 4

$1,847 / set

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 3

By Jens Risom

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jens Risom mid century walnut dining chairs - Set of 3 Each chair measures: 18 wide x 20.5 deep x

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 3

$1,747 / set

Set of Four Beech Danish Cabinetmaker Dining Chairs, Denmark Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

pieces like this dining chair set. Smooth and unadorned, the design focuses on functionality yet does

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Set of Four Beech Danish Cabinetmaker Dining Chairs, Denmark Mid-20th Century

$5,500 / set

Four mid-century dining chairs by Helge Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

By Helge Sibast

Located in Weesp, NL

toned Jatoba wood, these chairs embody the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-century Danish design. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Four mid-century dining chairs by Helge Sibast, Denmark, 1960s

$3,459 Sale Price

20% Off

Mid-Century Modern "Gazelle" Aluminum Dining Chairs By Shelby Williams

By Shelby Williams

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of six, mid-century modern "Gazelle" side dining chairs by Shelby Williams feature sleek, low

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

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern "Gazelle" Aluminum Dining Chairs By Shelby Williams

$4,200 / set

Set of Four Rare Ercol Candlestick Dining Chairs, Mid Century

By Lucian Ercolani, Ercol

Located in Seaford, GB

Set of Four Ercol Candlestick Dining Chairs Mid Century (Lucian Ercolani, c.1950s–60s) A charming

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Beech, Elm

Set of Four Rare Ercol Candlestick Dining Chairs, Mid Century

$1,164

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Blade Back Dining Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture the essence of Mid-Century Modern elegance with this stunning pair of vintage "blade back

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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Blade Back Dining Chairs - A Pair

$1,850 / set

Set of 4 Swedish Teak and Leather Dining Chairs, Mid-20th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having slightly flared backrests with a horizontally pierced upper section, the leather upholstered seats slightly concave, raised on slightly tapering legs

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

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Swedish Teak and Leather Dining Chairs, Mid-20th Century

$5,640 / set

Set Of 8 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs By Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This set of eight mid-century modern, customized maple and leather dining chairs by Thonet feature

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

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Leather, Maple

Set Of 8 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs By Thonet

$9,800 / set

Four Mid-Century Scoop Chairs

By Chet Beardsley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set f four mid-century dining chairs with teak bases and one piece scoop back and seat. Designed

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

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Fabric, Teak

Four Mid-Century Scoop Chairs

$1,800 / set

Mid Century Italian Modern Tubular Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chair - Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Mid Century Italian Modern Tubular Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chair - Set of 4. Listing includes

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

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Chrome

Mid Century Italian Modern Tubular Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chair - Set of 4

$1,250 / set

Vintage Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

[Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll] This sophisticated set of mid-century

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll

$5,200 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Mid Century Dining "Hunting" Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare set of 6 hunting dining chairs in solid pine with cord seat and back. Designed by Torbjørn

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

Materials

Rope, Wood

Mid Century Dining "Hunting" Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo

$5,500 / set

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by McIntosh Furniture

By A.H. McIntosh Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage set of six dining chairs were produced by McIntosh of Kirkcaldy in Scotland 1970

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Vintage 1970s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs by McIntosh Furniture

$3,800

Palecek Set of Four Mid-Century Rattan, Leather and Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

Set of 4 mid century rattan and leather straps and Upholstered dining chairs. Two arm cahirs and

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Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Rattan

Palecek Set of Four Mid-Century Rattan, Leather and Upholstered Dining Chairs

$1,046 Sale Price / set

25% Off

Tommi Parzinger Attrib., Mid-Century Modern, Twelve Dining Chairs, 1960s

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Manhasset, NY

Tommi Parzinger Attrib., Mid-Century Modern, Twelve Dining Chairs, 1960s Set of twelve dining

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Tommi Parzinger Attrib., Mid-Century Modern, Twelve Dining Chairs, 1960s

$11,500 / set

Set of 6 Schou Anderson Vintage Danish Teak Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs

By V. Schou Andersen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A set of 6 Schou Andersen Danish teak dining chairs. This is a beautiful set of mid century modern

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

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of 6 Schou Anderson Vintage Danish Teak Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs

$2,400 / set

Set of 6 Mid-Century Elm Dining Chairs by Ercol – Vintage English Chairs, 1960s

Located in Hannover, DE

Set of 6 Vintage Ercol Chairs – Model 375 – England, 1960s A classic and beautifully crafted set

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of 6 Mid-Century Elm Dining Chairs by Ercol – Vintage English Chairs, 1960s

$3,286 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Smoked Lucite Chrome Frame Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Smoked Lucite Chrome Frame Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Circa Mid 20th

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Smoked Lucite Chrome Frame Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$1,395 / set

Vintage Mid Century Black Wood and Rush Wicker Dining Chairs

By Gio Ponti

Located in Detroit, MI

farmhouse to cottagecore to mid century modern; the perfect dining chairs, side chairs or accent chairs

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rush, Wood

Vintage Mid Century Black Wood and Rush Wicker Dining Chairs

$1,950 / set

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Rattan Wrought Iron Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Rattan Wrought Iron Dining Chairs - Set of 4. Item

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

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Rattan Wrought Iron Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$1,200 / set

Set of 8 French Mid-Century Oak Silk Dining Chairs

By Maurice Jallot

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 French 1940s bronze mounted oak high back dining chairs upholstered in white silk (att

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Set of 8 French Mid-Century Oak Silk Dining Chairs

$44,000 / set

A set of 12 Mid 19th century mahogany Dining Chairs.

Located in London, GB

A set of 10 single and 2 arm mid-19th Century Chippendale style mahogany Dining Chairs, having

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A set of 12 Mid 19th century mahogany Dining Chairs.

$25,907 / set

Set of six Arne miVodder mid-century Dining Room chairs

By Arne Vodder

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Set of six Dining room chairs by Arne Vodder Teak chairs - 2 arm and 4 side. Made of Teak wood and

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Set of six Arne miVodder mid-century Dining Room chairs

$10,000 / set

Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Chrome White Vinyl Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Daystrom Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Chrome White Vinyl Dining Chairs - Set of 4. Item features

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Daystrom Mid Century Modern Chrome White Vinyl Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$1,200 / set

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 20 wide

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$5,195 / set

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen - Set of Six

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century Danish set of six dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen. Crafted from sculpted

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen - Set of Six

$6,800 / 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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