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1940s Danish Deco Walnut Club Chairs in Shearling - A Pair
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco club chairs, which were originally crafted in the 1940s. They have now been reimagined in a
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Dudouyt Inspired Regionalist Armchairs in Stained Oak Rush - France 1940 s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
structural damages on rush. These chairs will ship from France and can be returned to either France or to an
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1940s Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Rush, Oak

VINTAGE FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE 1940 S ORIGINAL PAINT BERGERE RATTAN ARMCHAIr
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1940's French Country
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather, Made in Denmark, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in leather designed and made Denmark. Great condition.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of High + Low Back 1940s Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1940s Materials: Wool, Beech
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech

Bodafors, Dining Room Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Bodafors
Located in High Point, NC
A set of four dining room or side chairs produced by Bodafors, Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Danish 1940s Flemming Lassen Attributed High Back Lounge Chair
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Flemming Lassen attributed high back lounge chair made circa 1940. This iconic lounge
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech

Scandinavian Midcentury Lounge Chair, Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful, stately lounge chair by Carl-Axel Acking, with elegant curved lines. Neck cushion
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish 1940s Pair of Barrel Style Curved Lounge or Club Chairs
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Incredibly comfortable, exuberant, and superbly made pair of Danish lounge chairs perfectly
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vintage Modernist Lounge Chairs by Erik Karlén, Sweden, 1940s
By Firma Rumsinteriör
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of rare lounge chairs by Eric Karlén with bold lines. Upholstered with linen and elegant
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Linen, Wood

Gustaf Axel Berg Attribution, Rocking Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Gustaf Axel Berg
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and brown floral-printed fabric rocking lounge chair produced by Väsby möbel
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Set of Six Dining Chairs in Wood by Sineo Gemignani Italian Manufacture 1940s
By Sineo Gemignani
Located in Cascina, Pisa
A very rare set of six dining chairs entirely made in curved wood, this set was designed by the
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wood

1940s Danish Lounge chair reupholstered in long haired Icelandic sheepskin.
By Magnus Stephensen, Flemming Lassen, Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
1940s Danish easy chair reupholstered in premium long haired Icelandic sheepskin with original
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs in Gilt Iron, Original Green Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf, Velvet France, 1940s. Elegant from all sides
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

1940s Mid-century Modern Club Chairs, Ultrasuede Upholstery, Loose Seat Cushions
Located in Miami, FL
1940s Mid-century Modern Club Chairs, Ultrasuede Upholstery, Loose Seat Cushions Offered for sale
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Mid-20th Century Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Ultrasuede, Wood

1940s Danish Lounge Chairs with Maple Frame and Armrests
By Carl Malmsten, Hjalmar Jackson
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish lounge chair made in the tradition of Scandinavian makers such as Hjalmar Jackson
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Maple

Easy Chair by AB Erik Ek s Snickerifabrik, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s
By Gösta Jonsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Fåtölj nr 186". Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Sheepskin

1940s Moderne Bow Arm Lounge Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Gilbert Rohde, Donald Deskey
Located in New Windsor, NY
Late 1940s bow arm lounge chair. Reupholstered in a nicely textured gray fabric. Custom black
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1940s American Streamlined Moderne Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1940s Moderne Bow Arm Lounge Chair
1940s Moderne Bow Arm Lounge Chair
$1,020 Sale Price
59% Off
Pair Easy Chairs in Sheepskin in the manner of Erik Bertil Karlén, Sweden 1940s
By Eric Karlén
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of easy chairs exemplifies the craftsmanship of Swedish modern furniture and its
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Rare Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen, Made in Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in lacquered beech and seagrass designed and made by cabinetmaker Fritz Hansen 1940s.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Seagrass, Beech

Danish Club Chair Upholstered with Floral Fabric, White Handpainted Frame 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish comfortable club and lounge chair from the 1940s upholstered with floral pattern fabric with
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wingback Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare and sculptural wingback lounge chair having a cantilevered laminated birch frame and
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Pair of Art Deco Pink Velvet Bridge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
and soft texture of the fabric, enhances the comfort and sophistication of the chairs. These 1940s
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Textile, Wood

Curved Danish Club Chair with Green Wool Upholstery, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An easy chair by a Danish cabinetmaker. With a black painted wooden frame and a green wool riveted
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair of Norwegian Lounge Chairs with Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with a solid wood frame patinated leather and velvet. Designed and made by
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1940s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Velvet

Italian Designer, Slipper Chairs with Ottoman, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and white fabric slipper lounge chairs with ottoman designed and produced in Italy
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Alvar Aalto War Time Chairs With Finger Joints Model 69, Artek 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pair of Alvar Aalto model 69 chairs, manufactured during the 2nd World War years in Finland
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Scandinavian Vintage Lounge Chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Schlegel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, in a neat and light design. Made from
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Mahogany, Rattan

Danish Pair 1940s Lounge Chairs with Carved Oak Armrests and Scalloped Backrests
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming 1940s pair of lounge chairs late Art Deco style with sculptural organic shape and
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

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Beech, Wool

Pair of Club Chairs from Château de Sancerre, France, 1940s
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, René Drouet, Jacques Adnet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of 1940s club chairs. Provenance: from Château de Sancerre, Sancerre, France
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

American Designer, Lounge Chair With Ottoman, Iron, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown beige velvet and black-lacquered iron lounge chair with ottoman, designed and produced in
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Iron

Pair of Lounge Chairs / Armchairs, Denmark, 1940s, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Flemming Lassen, Fritz Hansen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of 1940s Danish armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca fabric
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Pair of 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Grey Velour
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of club chairs, velvet, beech, France, 1940s Comfortable and luxurious pair of Art Deco
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Charles Dudouyt Wooden Side Chair for L Abeillée, France 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Utrecht, NL
elements, such as inlaid marquetry or carved details. This side chair is a lovely example of Dudouyt's
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1940s Square Back Gondola-Style Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful side chairs with gondola arms and dark mahogany wood frames. Upholstered in vintage ivory
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1940s American Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric
Located in Karis, Nyland
This charming Finnish Art Deco club chair from the 1940s combines period elegance with a playful
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1940s Finnish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

J. A. Bozung, Lounge Chairs, Tubular Steel, Velvet, USA, 1940s
By Richard Neutra
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of tubular steel and beige velvet lounge chairs produced by J. A. Bozung, USA, c. 1940s
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Steel

1940s Button Tufted Club Chair In Gold Damask
Located in Chicago, IL
Curvaceous lines, button tufted arms, and carved mahogany saber legs give this classic lounge chair
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1940s American Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wood

Danish 1940s Easy Chair with Open Armrests in Beech by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Beech, Wool

Danish 1940s Sculptural Semi Tall Lounge Chair in Green Mohair
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super cool late Art Deco Early Midcentury lounge chair in the style of Mogens Lassen with very
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Laminated Base Lounge Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An armless lounge / slipper chair on a bent mahogany "sled" base with a tight upholstered seat and
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20th Century American Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Textile

Danish Cabinetmaker Patinated Leather Oakwood Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful set of 6 dining chairs by a Danish Cabinetmaker made in the 1940s. Patinated dark oak and
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1940s Danish Other Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Oak

1940s Pair of Club Chairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Springs inside
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Werner West Pyramid Chair 5525, Collector Item, Keravan Puusepäntehdas 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare version of the already rare Pyramid chair model 5525 design by Werner West and manufactured
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Birch

Pair of Curvaceous 1940s Slipper Chairs
By William Billy Haines
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Curvaceous Slipper Chairs, in the manner of William "Billy" Haines, American, circa 1940's
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1950s American Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Curvaceous 1940s Slipper Chairs
Pair of Curvaceous 1940s Slipper Chairs
$1,800 Sale Price / set
52% Off
Frits Henningsen Style Danish 1940s Low Lounge Chair in Mahogany
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Classic 1930s-1940s solid mahogany and wool wingback chair in the style of Master
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Pair of 1940s Lounge Chairs in Solid Oak and Dusty Pink Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, mohair by Foresti, solid oak, Europe, 1940s These 1940s lounge chairs are
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1940s European Art Deco Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Pair of Mogens Lassen Style Danish 1940s Lounge or Club Chairs
By Mogens Lassen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming 1940s pair of lounge chair in the style of Mogens Lassen with very sculptural
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech

Otto Schulz Pair of ‘Schulz’ Easy Chairs in Light Sheepskin, 1940s
By Otto Schulz, Jio
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of ‘Schulz’ easy chairs, designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Jio Möbler in Jönköping (Sweden
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Swedish Modern Lounge Chair Clubbed Legs in Birchwood "Tablu" Textile, 1940s
By Madsen Schubell
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful lounge chair made in Sweden in the 1940s. The curves are similar to that of the
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Birch, Birdseye Maple

1940s Hollywood Regency Grosfeld House Style fireside Chair With Feathered Arms
By Grosfeld House
Located in Charleston, SC
1940's Grosfeld House Style Feathered Arm Lounge/ Fireside Chair. Previously reupholstered in a
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1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Alfred Christensen, set of Lounge chairs in original leather and beech, 1940s
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Alfred Christensen set of lounge chairs new original upholstered with black leather. Armrest and
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pristine Wingback Chair in Patinated Leather by Kaare Klint, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking wingback chair in patinated black leather, designed by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Swedish Modern lounge chairs attributed to Gustav Axel Berg, Sweden, 1940s
By Gustaf Axel Berg
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pair of Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs attributed to Gustav Axel Berg and produced in Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Beech, Fabric

Ernest Race Rocking Chair, 1940s, England
By Ernest Race
Located in London, GB
design classic. Constructed from bent steel rod, the chair is very comfortable. Reminiscent of the
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1940s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Steel

1940s, Beech and Bouclé Rocking Chair , Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A charming 1940s Swedish rocking chair crafted from beech wood. This elegant piece showcases smooth
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

American Designer, Lounge Chair, Maple, Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet, maple, bamboo and rattan lounge chair designed and produced in the US, 1950s. Seat
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Chair

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan, Maple

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Vintage 1940s Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage 1940s chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, every vintage 1940s chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage 1940s chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage 1940s chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made vintage 1940s chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner and Charles and Ray Eames are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage 1940s Chair?

Prices for a vintage 1940s chair start at $1 and top out at $230,000 with the average selling for $3,900.

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 Vintage 1940s Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.