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Vintage Cocktail Chairs

1950 s Vintage Cocktail Chair by Howard Keith
By Howard Keith
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and elegant vintage cocktail chair, this was made by Howard Keith, it dates from the
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Cocktail Chair in a Beautiful Original Vinyl Cover, Germany, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The relatively small cocktail chair covered with a firm vinyl cover, the seams of which are
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage Cocktail Chair in a Beautiful Original Vinyl Cover, Germany, 1950s
Vintage Cocktail Chair in a Beautiful Original Vinyl Cover, Germany, 1950s
$596 Sale Price
28% Off
H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
Vintage design armchair / cocktail chair made of sheepskin leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This armchair has a timeless look and is a characterful addition to almost any interior. Not only in a home environment, but also in an office or hospitality setting, it fits perfect...
Category

20th Century Classical Roman Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Wood

Set of 2 vintage design cocktail chairs/armchairs made of sheepskin leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of two armchairs has a timeless look and is a characterful addition to almost any interior. Not only in a home environment, but also in an office or hospitality setting, the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Wood

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Vintage Cocktail Chair, Magical Maya
By Momiq Design
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
example of this period. It is a so-called cocktail or club chair from the 1950s or 1960s. It is a small
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Other Slipper Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Vintage Cocktail Chair, 
Magical Maya
Vintage Cocktail Chair, 
Magical Maya
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Cocktail Chair, 1950s, Europe, Germany. Solid wood frames, legs and armrests have been completely
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 25.99 in
Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Cocktail Chair, 1950s, Europe, Germany. Solid wood frames, legs and armrests have been completely
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in
White Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Cocktail Chair, 1950s, Europe, Germany. Solid wood frames, legs has been completely restored and
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

White Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
White Vintage Cocktail Chair, Europe, 1950s
H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 25.99 in
Vintage Cocktail Chair Wit Blue Velvet Fabric Pierre Frey and Uzbek Embroidery
By Momiq Design
Located in Haarlem, Noord Holland
. It is a so called cocktail/club chair from the 1950s-1960s. It is a small chair with a characteristic
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Cocktail Chair with Pink Velvet Fabric Pierre Frey and Uzbek Embroidery
By Momiq Design
Located in Haarlem, Noord Holland
. It is a so called cocktail/club chair from the 1950s-1960s. It is a small chair with a characteristic
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Vintage 1950s European Other Club Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Mohair Cocktail Lounge Chair
Located in Berlin, DE
This original mohair lounge chair in antique pink is an original piece from the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Vintage Mohair Cocktail Lounge Chair
Vintage Mohair Cocktail Lounge Chair
H 33.86 in W 23.63 in D 32.29 in
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Chair, Aztek Asra
By Momiq Design
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
period. It is a so-called cocktail or club chair from the 1950s or 1960s. It is a small chair with a
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Other Slipper Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Chair, 
Aztek Asra
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Chair, 
Aztek Asra
H 27.96 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Bauhaus Style Chairs, 1970s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
A pair of vintage Bauhaus style cocktail chairs. The brown steel tubular frame is covered with
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Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Bauhaus Style Chairs, 1970s
Pair of Bauhaus Style Chairs, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Orange Bucket Seats or Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Hemiksem, VAN
A set of bucket seats in a deep orange color. These armchairs are from the 1960s. The fabric shows no stains or damage and the seating comfort is still very good. The wooden legs are...
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Vintage Midcentury Pair of 1950s Red Velvet and Brass Cocktail Chairs
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Nice pair of 1950s Italian style cocktail chairs. The upholstery looks to have been reupholstered
Category

20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Danish Vintage Cocktail Chair
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very comfortable Danish vintage cocktail chair. This was recently imported from
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Danish Vintage Cocktail Chair
Danish Vintage Cocktail Chair
H 27.96 in W 29.14 in D 25.99 in
Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of midcentury club or cocktail chairs upholstered in grey fabric with period decorative
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of midcentury club or cocktail chairs upholstered in grey fabric with small wooden hand rests
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Pair of Vintage Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
H 28.35 in W 29.53 in L 28.35 in
Pair of 1940 s Danish Vintage Cocktail chairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning and quite unusual pair of Danish cocktail chairs. These were recently imported from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Cocktail Chair
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Vintage cocktail chair newly reupholstered with Kvadrat Molly fabric 100% pure virgin wool.
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Vintage 1960s French Armchairs

Materials

Wool

Cocktail Chair
Cocktail Chair
H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 20.48 in
Black and White Coctail Club Chairs , 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
These vintage cocktail chairs have a super comfortable seat with the application of a padding
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Black and White Coctail Club Chairs , 1950s
Black and White Coctail Club Chairs , 1950s
H 33.08 in W 17.72 in D 21.26 in
1950s Pair of Vintage Cocktail Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed pair of vintage cocktail chairs, these date from the 1950’s. They are in
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

20th century French Vintage Fluffy Purple Fabric Armchair, 1950s
By Erton
Located in LEGNY, FR
Pair of vintage cocktail chairs in black metal and purple wool in the style of Erton. Fiberglass
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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage German Velvet Cocktail Chair, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage German velvet cocktail chair, 1960s. Made by VEB Polstermöbelverkstätten Aue in former DDR
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Vintage German Velvet Cocktail Chair, 1960s
Vintage German Velvet Cocktail Chair, 1960s
H 28.55 in W 24.81 in D 25.2 in
Vintage Green Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of midcentury club or cocktail chairs upholstered in a green velvet fabric. Beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Green Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Vintage Green Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
H 24.02 in W 26.78 in L 24.02 in
Black Lacquered Low Cocktail Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Black Lacquered Low Cocktail Chair. with Vintage silk and Cotton Fabric.
Category

20th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Wire

Black Lacquered Low Cocktail Chair
Black Lacquered Low Cocktail Chair
H 25 in W 31 in D 25 in
Pair of 1940s Vintage Midcentury Cocktail Chairs in Astro Orange Fabric
Located in London, England
Pair of 1940s French cocktail chairs restored and reupholstered in Romo Group's Astro orange fabric
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Teak

20th Century French Art Deco Pair of Vintage Walnut Cocktail Club Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Art Deco French pair of cocktail club chairs made of hand crafted polished, partly
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Tulip Style Chairs with Cocktail Table
Located in Astoria, NY
vintage condition with age appropriate wear; some yellowing to bases of chairs and scratches on table
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Pair Of Vintage Art Deco Cocktail Chairs With Chinoiserie Satin Upholstery
Located in Bristol, GB
equally well as boudoir/bedroom chairs or as cocktail chairs in a living room. Sumptuous embroidered
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20th Century European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Satin, Wood, Feathers

A pair of vintage mid-century Beech wood Boucle wool fabric lounge chairs France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of vintage mid-century boucle lounge cocktail chairs made of beech wood. France ca. 1950
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage Chrome Cowhide Leather Aviator Club Lounge Accent Armchair
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage aviator / bomber / cocktail lounge chair featuring Art Deco styling with a modern chrome
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Pair of Vintage Cocktail Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautifully styled and very comfortable pair of vintage cocktail armchairs, these were made in
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Pair of Cocktail Club Chairs with Armrests, 1950s
Located in Halle, DE
Vintage pair of cocktail chairs from Germany, 1950s. These armchairs are upholstered in its
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Large Custom Iron Cocktail Table Ottoman Upholstered in a Vintage Turkish Rug
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Large custom iron cocktail table ottoman upholstered in a vintage Turkish rug We offer custom
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury Italian Vintage Cocktail Chairs in Red Velvet
Located in London, GB
Reupholstered by a master craftsman in Italy, this pair of vintage Italian cocktail chairs have
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brown Skai Cockatil Chairs, 1950s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
Pair of 1950s vintage cocktail chairs made from brown skai.   These seats sit well and are in
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of Brown Skai Cockatil Chairs, 1950s
Pair of Brown Skai Cockatil Chairs, 1950s
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Vintage Purple Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
A pair of purple cocktail chairs made from skai. The cushions are not original and can be changed
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of Vintage Purple Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Pair of Vintage Purple Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
H 33.86 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Stunning Italian Cocktail Chairs Pair Ladies 1950s Midcentury Vintage
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Stunning Italian cocktail chairs pair of ladies 1950s midcentury vintage A fabulous pair of ever
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur

Pair of Red Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
Pair of Classic vintage red velvet cocktail chairs. They sit well and are nicely designed
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Red Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
Pair of Red Velvet Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
H 27.56 in W 24.81 in D 26.78 in
Vintage Hungarian Midcentury Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
1960s vintage Hungarian cocktail chairs, totally refurbished . This pair of midcentury chairs are
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Vintage Midcentury Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
Located in Hemiksem, VAN
Set of cocktail chairs in brown/green and brown/beige fabric with tapered wooden legs. These models
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of Vintage Midcentury Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
Set of Vintage Midcentury Cocktail Chairs, 1950s
H 28.75 in W 24.02 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Mid-Century Cocktail Chairs in Velours, 1950s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
Pair of vintage velours cocktail chairs or club chairs. These wingback chairs sit very
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Vintage Cocktail Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage cocktail chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage cocktail chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and hardwood. Vintage cocktail chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage cocktail chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern style is often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage cocktail chairs over the years, but those made by Full Bloom Cottage are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Cocktail Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,193, while they’re typically $362 on the low end and $3,998 highest priced.

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 Cocktail Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    A cocktail chair is a type of seating used in living rooms, parlors and similar spaces. Often designed with comfort in mind, cocktail chairs typically feature cushioned upholstery. While providing inviting places to sit, the chairs also add to the overall look of a seating area. You may sometimes see cocktail chairs referred to as accent chairs. Shop a large collection of cocktail chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.