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Dramatic Pair of Mid Century Style Mohair Club Chairs for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
spindles at each end. Each chair with an angular accent pillow that follows the silhouette of the backrest
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Set of 2 Model 115 Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Almelo, NL
flows into the seat, creating an organic and inviting silhouette. The chairs are supported by slender
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Hans Wegner CH28 Sawback Lounge Chair Danish Modern Icon by Carl Hansen
Søn
By Carl Hansen
Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
specification, ensuring longevity while retaining authenticity. The chair’s refined silhouette, angled armrests
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Paraty´ Lounge Chair, by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
emphasis on comfort. The overall silhouette of the chairs is welcoming, with a focus on creating a
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Hans J Wegner
CH78
Mama Bear Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen
Son
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
antidote to the often-heavy lounge chairs of his time, the 'CH78' chair's sculptural silhouette is defined
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner
CH78
Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen
Son
By Carl Hansen
Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
antidote to the often-heavy lounge chairs of his time, the 'CH78' chair's sculptural silhouette is defined
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of French Louis XVI Marquise Chairs, Scrolling Arms, Linen Upholstery, 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
’s sculptural silhouette. Each chair features a rectangular slanted back, bringing a sense of structure and
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Near Pair of Qing Dynasty 19th Century Yoke High Back Decorative Chairs
Located in Yonkers, NY
captivates with their graceful silhouettes and intricate details. Each chair, showcasing slightly different
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair
Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Chino Hills, CA
furniture—it's a piece of art. With its distinctive, playful silhouette, this chair is an icon of mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair in Wool with Footstool, Denmark, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
furniture makers. This set shows why.
This particular chair silhouette has been popular since the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1980s Rattan Queen Anne Style XL Wingback Chairs, Set of 2
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
inviting comfort to the elegant chair set. Roomy silhouette is complemented by a gently reclined back
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Monumental Post Modern Pair of Weiman Lounge Chairs in Marmalade Orange Fabric
By Weiman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
lounge chairs that ooze confidence and power. Ready for any close up, the chairs’ lines and silhouette
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Lounge Chair with Stained Beech Legs by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, also adds visual interest. This particular chair silhouette has been popular since the 1930s, from
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
English Brown Leather Wingback Chair with Brass Nailhead Trim, circa 1930-1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
adds a touch of opulence and craftsmanship, outlining the chair's classic wingback silhouette and
Category
Early 20th Century English Wingback Chairs
Materials
Brass
French Walnut 19th Century Bergère Chairs with Carved Arms and Zebra Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
, flowing silhouette. These chairs are a harmonious fusion of form and function. The carved front legs add a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Bo Wretling for Otto Wretling Lounge Chair in Bicolor Purple Pierre Frey Mohair
By Otto Wretling, Bo Wretling
Located in Waalwijk, NL
ergonomic clarity. The chair’s bold silhouette – marked by broad, wing-like armrests and a continuous
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley Style Cane Back Lounge Chairs in Curly Camel
By Edward Wormley
Located in Saint Louis, MO
silhouette recalls chairs by Edward Wormley, a well regarded Designer of the era. The arm rests curve - as
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Postmodern Swivel "K2" Magenta Chair by Busk
Hertzog, Hightower, USA, c. 2000s
Located in Deland, FL
silhouette of this "K2" chair.
Featuring ultra-comfortable a molded foam seat, heavy brushed stainless steel
Category
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Dining Chair Featuring Minimalist Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Solid wood frame featuring sleek and angular silhouette.
The chair is very stable and suitable for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Classic Upholstered Dining Chair (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
. Slender saber legs and a sculptural wooden frame define the base, offering a delicate, graceful silhouette
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$3,054 / set
Mid-Century Conant Ball Dining Chairs - set Four
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in Trenton, NJ
silhouette.
The charm of these chairs lies in their versatility. They can anchor a dining room with a simple
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Walnut Club Chairs in Cubist Clarence House Fabric
Located in New York, NY
motifs (streamlined and demilune forms etc.), that perfectly complement the Silhouette of these chairs
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Ten George III Style Chippendale Dining Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
classic Marlboro feet. With their timeless silhouette, these chairs are both decorative and functional
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Suelo Modern Wood Dining Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
. The chair's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. It's the
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
$1,450 / item
1940s French Set of Six Oak Dining chairs
Located in London, GB
durability and craftsmanship of the period. With sturdy construction and a classic silhouette, these chairs
Category
Antique 1640s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Six Brutalist Style Dutch Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
silhouette give these chairs a commanding presence, making them a perfect statement piece for a dining space
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$2,327 / set
French White Painted Dining Chairs (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
timeless detail, enhancing the chair's graceful silhouette. Perfect for dining rooms, kitchens, or formal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,034 / set
Noéme Dining Chair by Nolita Harbour in Velvet Upholstery
Walnut
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
structure, keeping the silhouette light while grounding the chair in warm grain. Above, a fully velvet
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Brueton Set of Six Cantilevered Dining Chairs, 20th Century
By Brueton
Located in Hamburg, PA
a striking silhouette, making these chairs ideal for a contemporary or mid-century modern dining
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Postmodern Swivel "K2" Magenta Chairs by Busk
Hertzog, USA, c. 2000
s
Located in Deland, FL
silhouette of these "K2" Chairs.
Featuring ultra-comfortable molded foam seats, heavy brushed stainless
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cut Steel
Unique Midcentury Modern Streamline Moderne Tripod Dining Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique and elegant midcentury modern/Art Deco dining chair. Streamline moderne silhouette of solid
Category
Mid-20th Century European Streamlined Moderne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Postmodern Swivel "K2" Magenta Chairs by Busk
Hertzog, USA, c. 2000
s
Located in Deland, FL
silhouette of these "K2" Chairs.
Featuring ultra-comfortable molded foam seats, heavy brushed stainless
Category
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$17,996 Sale Price / set
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Mid Century Modern Wooden Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
clean lines and a timeless silhouette, these chairs offer durability and sophistication, making them
Category
Vintage 1980s Malaysian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 8 Postmodern Swivel "K2" Magenta Chairs by Busk
Hertzog, USA, c. 2000
s
Located in Deland, FL
silhouette of these "K2" Chairs.
Featuring ultra-comfortable molded foam seats, heavy brushed stainless
Category
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker High Back Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Boho Chic Rattan Dining Arm Chairs—set of six high-back rattan chairs with sculptural silhouette
Category
1990s Philippine Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Jean Gillon Déc chairs Italma Woodart Brazil 1968
By Jean Gillon
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
' arm chairs is nothing short of exceptional. With their graphical silhouette and distinctive details
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$29,784 / set
Artisan Dining Chair in Sapele with Carved Edge Detailing
By Valeriy Khvan
Located in Millburn, NJ
and comfort. The chair’s silhouette is elevated by hammer-like hand-carved edge detailing, adding a
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Oak, Walnut, Sapele Wood
Arla Dining Chair in White Ash by Kope Woodcraft
Located in Manson, WA
Chair’s sculptural silhouette stands out with its unique, sculpted back leg, which breaks elegantly from
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Walnut
$1,650 / item
Vintage George IV English Regency Style Black Leather Chairs - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
classical balance to the overall silhouette.
Perfect as accent chairs, formal side chairs, or statement
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Walnut Art Deco Upholstered Dining Chairs (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
that enhances the chair's architectural silhouette. Designed for elevated dining experiences, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rocco Dining Chair Upholstered in Kata Schumacher Fabric
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Playfully blocky, the Rocco Dining Chair has an appealing frame that sets a clubby mood. Designed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Rocco Dining Chair Upholstered in Belvoir Schumacher Fabric
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
Playfully blocky, the Rocco Dining Chair has an appealing frame that sets a clubby mood. Designed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage Boho Lorin Marsh Faux Bois Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Lorin Marsh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
silhouette, the chairs are distinguished by an extraordinary hand-carved faux bois finish that artfully
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush
Modern Laurence Dining Chairs Set/4, Cream Bouclé, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
contemporary design. With its elegant and daring silhouette, this dining chair is a sensory trigger, revealing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Leather, Fabric, Wood, Velvet, Linen, Bouclé, Mohair
SET OF SIX CIRCA 1860 VICTORIAN BALLOON BACK DINNING CHAiRS
Located in Pulborough, GB
legs enhance their refined silhouette. Each chair is traditionally upholstered with a neutral fabric
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Six Vintage 1960s Danish Ladderback Oak Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf Brutalist Style
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
silhouettes, these chairs make an unforgettable statement. They possess a rare versatility, bridging modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Contemporary Laurence Dining Chairs, Cream Bouclé, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
design. With its elegant and daring silhouette, this dining chair is a sensory trigger, revealing dynamic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood, Mohair, Linen, Velvet
Mid-Century Style Velvet Dining Chair with Lacquered Frame-Mondo Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
finish. The chair's inviting silhouette is sumptuously upholstered in luxurious boucle fabric. This
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Lacquer
Customizable Teak Wood Dining Chair with White Upholstery - Bone Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
armrests extend seamlessly, enhancing the chair’s dynamic silhouette.
The seat is generously cushioned
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Set of Six 20th Century Swedish Rococo Revival Wood Patinated Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
This set of six 20th Century Swedish Rococo Revival dining chairs features elegant silhouettes and
Category
20th Century Swedish Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set Of Six 1970s French Oak Brutalist Dining Chairs With Upholstered Seats
Located in High Point, NC
silhouettes, each chair emphasizes solid proportions and architectural clarity typical of the Brutalist
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Bouclé and Terracotta Leather
Hardware
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Stamford, CT
chair’s silhouette, we added piping in Italian leather and finished the hardware with a glossy Terracotta
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Coating
Afra
Tobia Scarpa "New Harmony" Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1987
By Maxalto, Afra
Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
broad oval seat and backrest create smooth, oval lines that define the chair’s elegant silhouette. The
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Handmade Caroline Dining Chair with Conic base by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Caroline dining chair redefines modern sophistication with its sculptural silhouette and
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Walnut
Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Burgundy DEDAR Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
contemporary design. With its elegant and daring silhouette, this dining chair is a sensory trigger, revealing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Jacquard
Contemporary Dining Chairs Featuring Minimalist Design, Set of 6
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Solid wood frame featuring sleek and angular silhouette.
The chair is very stable and suitable for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Set of 6 Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Dining Chairs with Yellow Skai, 1960s
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
beautifully proportioned frames and a timeless Scandinavian silhouette.
The chairs feature upholstered seats
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
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Silhouette Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the silhouette chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, every silhouette chair was constructed with great care. Find 684 options for an antique or vintage silhouette chair now, or shop our selection of 372 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer silhouette chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A silhouette chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made silhouette chair over the years, but those crafted by Greenapple, Knoll and Philippe Starck are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Silhouette Chair?
Prices for a silhouette chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $0 and can go as high as $450,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,577.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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