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Saarinen Executive Chair for Knoll in Black Vinyl Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
chair features an upholstered seat, arms and back rest, mounted on steel legs. This example is in good
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1968 Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs in Leather, 5-Star Base
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs, model 3474 , initially designed in 1961 by Charles
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1968 Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs in Leather, 4-Star Base
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs, model 3474 , initially designed in 1961 by Charles
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dark Blue High Back Bird Desk Chairs (5) by Fabricius and Kastholm FK 6725, 1964
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius
Located in Vienna, AT
4x Original vintage dark blackish blue leather desk chairs (seat height 19.29") designed by Preben
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Pair Authentic Eames Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Office Chairs 2001
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
Aluminum Group line. Original Herman Miller label on underside. An iconic and collectible desk chair
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1970s Herman Miller Aluminum Management Side Chairs in Black Naugahyde
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Desk Chairs, Model EA308, initially designed by Ray and Charles
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid Century Modern Office Chair Chrome and Green Vinyl.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Office Chair with Olive Green Vinyl Seat Cushioning, Chrome Toned Legs and Back. No makers
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Herman Miller Equa Executive Office Chair in Black Leather.
By Herman Miller
Located in Tarrytown, NY
introduced in the 80's. This chair has an original manufacturer's label from the 90's. Upholstered in black
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Office Chair Thin Pad Aluminum Group
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
underside of chair. An iconic and collectible desk chair perfect for home or office. NOTE: List price is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

One Max Pearson For Knoll Black Leather Executive Chair
By Max Pearson
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 mid century modern executive chairs designed by Max Pearson and made by Knoll. Black leather
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Papillonne Blue Swivel Office Chair with Black Wheel
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Standing out in every field with its eye-catching modern design approach and material variety, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Office chair - armchair - Vintage swivel red and black workshop chair - 1960’s
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Red and Black Office Chair, 1950s / 1960s Height-adjustable workshop chair. No wheels. Vintage
Category

Vintage 1960s European Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Leather Management Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair. A timeless design
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen
Category

Antique 1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Eames Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs 1980s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern black Model 3475 Eames Time Life Lobby Chairs designed by Charles
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Prestige For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black , Upholstery: Prestige Black For One Collection The Time
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Chrome, Upholstery: Black For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Black For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather
By Vitra, Antonio Citterio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Grand Executive Lowback Chairs, originally designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra in 2014
Category

2010s German Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Umber For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Umber For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Prestige For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black , Upholstery: Prestige Coffee For One Collection The Time
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Umber For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Umber For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Chrome Upholster: Black For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Fram: Chrome Upholstery: Black For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair This chair measures: 31.5
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Umber For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
experience throughout the day. The Time Chair is available in either chrome or black-painted steel with
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery supported on
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery supported on
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Italian modern leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Group
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern dark grey leather office chair by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s Office chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery supported on
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller black leather aluminum group soft pad management chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Ray Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Ferndale, MI
An extension of the Aluminum Group chairs designed in 1958 for the Irwin Miller home, the Soft Pad
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Postmodern Black Leather Soft Pad Chair Charles Ray Eames for ICF
By ICF Group
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy in the 70s and designed by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF. This office chair features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

1 Vintage Midcentury Zographos Alpha Chair Black Leather Bronze Base
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
manufacturing company. Leather executive chair designed by Nicos Zographos. black leather with bronze 4 star
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery:Remix 163 For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black , Upholstery: Remix 163 For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Charles Ray Eames EA217 Office Chair in Chrome and Black leather, Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA217 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

"P128" Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1970 Italian Design Black Leather Office Chair
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Brescia, IT
"P128" Osvalo Borsani desk swivel chair Tecno, 1970 Black leather and cast aluminum Excellent
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles Ray Eames EA219 Office Chair in Chrome and Black leather, Vitra
By Vitra, Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA219 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
By Otto Zapf
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Navy Blue, Leather, Matte Black Frame
By Charles Pollock
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering the classic Pollock Executive Chair in its original rare navy blue leather, black steel
Category

Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian post modern office chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 2000s
By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Group
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian post modern office chair EA108 by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF, 2000s Swivel office chair
Category

Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Black Leather Incisa Office Chair by Vico Magistretti for De Padova, 1992
By ICF De Padova, Vico Magistretti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy in 1992 and designed by Vico Magistretti for De Padova. This revolving office chair
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dux of Sweden Office Chair in Black Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dux of Sweden, office chair, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Sweden, 1970s This
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Eames for Herman Miller Time Life Black Leather Office Chairs, 1980s - Set of 4
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Detroit, MI
These vintage mid century modern black Model 3475 Eames Time Life Lobby Chairs designed by Charles
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Papillonne Blue and Beige Swivel Office Chair with Black Wheel
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Standing out in every field with its eye-catching modern design approach and material variety, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

4x Vitra Eames Aluminum Chair EA 108 – Classic in Black Hopsak, Swivel Base
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Telgte, DE
For sale are four original Vitra Aluminum Chairs EA 108, featuring black Hopsak upholstery – a
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life swivel chair in black leather for Herman Miller. Original black leather
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Stine Line 1990s Leather Armchair - Sleek Black Italian Design With Modern Flair
Located in Manzano, IT
, this chair embodies the sophisticated minimalism that defines modern design. Featuring a sleek black
Category

1990s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Office Chair 3117 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Munich, DE
Rare Mid-Century Modern desk or office chair model 3117 with the rare four rolls base. Designed by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Grey Black Metal Brass German Rotating Armchair, Germany 1930
Located in Madrid, ES
Armchair with metal structure lacquered in black. Seat and arms upholstered in cotton fabric and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Charles Ray Eames EA208 Dining or Conference Chair in Black leather, Vitra
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful dining or conference chair EA208 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Charles Ray Eames EA117 Office Chair in Black Leather and Chrome, Vitra
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic office chair EA117 belonging to the famous Aluminum Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Wilton, CT
in New York City. This luxurious vintage chair made by Herman Miller in the 1980's is crafted with
Category

Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Ch...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Black Leather Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Icf, 1970s
By ICF Milano 1, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black leather armchair with aluminum base and wheels. Stamped ICF. It turns on itself. Seat height
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Postmodern Black Leather Office Chair by Vico Magistretti for ICF Design, 1978
By ICF Group
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy in 1978 and designed by Vico Magistretti for ICF De Padova. These office chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Silt For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Silt For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Prestige For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black , Upholstery: Prestige Cognac For One Collection The Time
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Silt For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Silt For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
By Henrik Tengler
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection The Time Chair
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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Modern Black Desk Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modern black desk chair for your home. A modern black desk chair — often made from metal, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Find 2311 options for an antique or vintage modern black desk chair now, or shop our selection of 340 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the modern black desk chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern black desk chair, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modern black desk chair over the years, but those crafted by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Modern Black Desk Chair?

Prices for a modern black desk chair start at $1 and top out at $150,900 with the average selling for $1,922.

Finding the Right Office-chairs-desk-chairs for You

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.