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Set of 4 Hans Wegner CH-30 Dining Chair for Carl Hansen and Son
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
feature organic contours and elegant styling. These chairs are a perfect demonstration of early Wegner’s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Oak, Teak

American Maple Swivel Banker’s or Typist Office Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Designed for functionality and durability, the chair has a contoured seat and curved backrest, offering
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1950s American Industrial Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Founders Armchairs - a Pair
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
wraps around the back of the chair contouring the rounded back. The walnut has a warm and vibrant wood
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Spectacular "Contour" Rocking Chair by Vladimir Kagan, 1953
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Milan, IT
With the sinuous curves that all pieces by the historic Vladimir Kagan boast of, is the "Contour
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Leather, Walnut

Pair of Contour Lounge Chairs Designed by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Contour lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan, with structure made of walnut and
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1950s American Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1950s "Contour" Easy Chair and Footrest by Alf Svensson
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Very rare "Contour" lounge chair with ottoman designed by Alf Svensson. Produced in Sweden by
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Pierre Paulin Mushroom Lounges and Ottoman - a Set
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Raleigh, NC
seamless design. The frame of the chair contours inwards and connects to the circular base. These chairs
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Fabric, Wool, Foam

1960s Contoured Low Chaise Lounge Chair Faux Bamboo Aluminum Mexico City
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Contoured Low Chaise Lounge chair from Mexico City Faux Bamboo and Aluminum Era of
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Small Round Contoured Dining Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
frame and 4 matching wood chairs that contour to fit the table Table: 31" ht x 30" d chairs: 30" ht
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Vitrolite

Mid-Century Modern Contour Lounge Chaise by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This iconic contour chaise lounge chair, was designed by Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll in 1966
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Assocs. Grasshopper Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Armed chair of contoured seat suspended between two bent birch plywood legs and arms of one piece.
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1940s American Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Pair Richard Schultz Chaise Longue Chairs Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of contour chaise longue chairs designed as part of 1966 collection by Richard Schultz for
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1970s Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Steel

Ercol Plank Table and hoop chairs
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Seaford, GB
. Each chair boasts a contoured elm seat and tapered beech legs, combining durability with a graceful
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Beech

Signed Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chairs, New Upholstery
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Manhasset, NY
rosewood? Finely streamlined and detailed to fit the contours of one's body. These chairs are a shining
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Pair of "Onassis Chairs" in Oak designed by Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of "Onassis Chairs” in beautifully contoured oak wood with reverse-stitched calf skin seats
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Contour Chair

Matched Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Kagan Dreyfuss "Capricorn" Lounge Chairs 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan Dreyfuss "Capricorn" lounge chairs 1950. Two matching tripod chairs. Early
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Steel

Matched Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Kagan Dreyfuss "Capricorn" Lounge Chairs 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan Dreyfuss "Capricorn" lounge chairs 1950. Two matching tripod chairs. Early
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Steel

1950 s Mid-Century Modern Patio POOL Chaise Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Brown Jordan
Located in Burbank, CA
excellent condition. The teal and grayish metal finish looks fantastic! These contoured patio chairs are
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Metal

Henning Kjaernulf Armchair 1970 s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
, softened with rounded contours. It is a chair that evokes a sense of classical style, offering a unique
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Fabric, Oak

Antique French Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
the French Provincial style. Contoured armrests, with a swooping chair back and carved cabriole legs
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20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ilmari Lappalainen “Emilia 2470" Armchair with a Solid Teak Frame, Finland, 1960
By Asko, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in New York, NY
chairs contoured body is newly upholstered and it’s frame fully restored. Made by Asko Finland
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Teak

Pair of Exceptional Wingback Armchairs in the Style of Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
. Subtle details include the 1/4" piping which handsomely follow the chairs' contours. The sturdy legs are
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Hardwood, Velvet

4 Maitland Smith Faux Bamboo Brass Leather Bohemian Modern Counter Bar Stools
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
with leather seat, brass and rattan accents. Each chair has a contoured crest rail and scrolled back. A
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Vintage Contour Chair

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Leather, Faux Bamboo

1960s French Chalet Oak Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
contouring of the chair back adds a note of sensuality to the upright alpine silhouette.
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1960s French Country Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Set of 4 Norman Cherner Designed Oak, Chrome and Plywood Bar Stools
Located in Highclere, Newbury
and contours. The chairs are not labelled but I believe them to be originals based on a number of
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Chrome

Erik Kirkegaard Model 48 Armchair
By Erik Kierkegaard
Located in London, GB
in the chair's posture-enhancing contours, making it ideal for dining or occasional use. With its
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Leather, Oak

Erik Kirkegaard Model 48 Armchair
By Erik Kirkegaard
Located in London, GB
its ergonomic design and sculptural form. Crafted in the 1950s, the chair exemplifies the best of mid
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Alf Svensson "Norrland" Sideboards, circa 1950, Sweden
By Bjästa Möbelfabrik, Alf Svensson
Located in Girona, Spain
pieces that were typically designed in the Scandinavian modern style. Examples include the Contour Lounge
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Rattan, Oak

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Fabric Capri Armchair by Alf Svensson for Dux, 1950s
By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
modern style. Examples include the Contour Lounge chair and Te-Ve chair (1953) for Ljungs Industrier
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Textile, Wood

Afra Tobia Scarpa Soriana Couch for Cassina in New Leather (Pair Available)
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in San Diego, CA
. The foam is carefully contoured to match the chair's shape, creating a seamless and comfortable
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Metal

10 Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastlhom FK armchairs with a Matteo Grassi table
By Walter Knoll, Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius
Located in Highclere, Newbury
numbers. The fine lines and contours found on the FK chair are still as compelling today as they were when
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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Aluminum, Steel

Vladimir Kagan Sculpted Contour Chair, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sculpted walnut Contour chair newly upholstered in dark blue velvet by Vladimir Kagan, American
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Velvet, Walnut

Rare Original Frank Gehry, Easy Edges, Cardboard Contour Chair
By Frank Gehry
Located in Kansas City, MO
Iconic, original contour chair designed by Frank Gehry for easy edges. Made of Industrial
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1980s American Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Double Wide Contour Lounge Chaise
By Contour Chair Lounge Co. 1
Located in New York, NY
Unusual to see the extra wide, two seat form "Contour Lounge". This model has wood lever operation
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan High-Back Contour Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare high-back contour lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan. Upholstered in Maharam pebble
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1960s Vintage Contour Chair

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Lounge Chair Contour
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful chair in very good condition. Walnut legs and arms and new fabric. Chair has a rocking
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of High-Backed Chairs in Contoured Brass Italian Design
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of high-backed chairs in contoured brass Italian design. In the manner Gio Ponti design.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan Contour Rocking Chair, Rare Oak, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare example in oak, this Vladimir Kagan contour rocker is as collectible as it is beautiful
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Contour Rocking Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible Vladimir Kagan contour rocking lounge chair and ottoman is as collectible as it is
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Contour Wave Chaise Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall, 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fantastic, contoured wave, chaise lounge chair, with a scenic
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Italian Sculptural Rocking Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. The chair's curves and contours provide a comfortable and supportive seating experience, making it
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of “TeVe” Chairs by Alf Svensson for Studio Ljungs Industrier AB, SWE
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden
Located in Utrecht, NL
Modern style. Examples include the Contour Lounge Chair (1950s) and the Te-Ve Chair (1953) for Ljungs
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Sheepskin

Milo Baughman Tear Drop Swivel Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Teardrop shape lounge chair by Milo Baughman. Unique petite form perfectly Contours body. Chair
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Walnut

Karpen of California High-Back Lounge Chair
By Karpen of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
“Chair-Foam” line designed in the United States, circa 1960s. This luxury contoured lounge chair features
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

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Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Swivel Club Chairs and Ottoman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
and swivel smoothly. Matching ottoman contours to link with the chair and features casters. They have
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Nautilus Chair and Matching Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pasadena, TX
then return to the original position. This chairs includes a matching ottoman with contours to link
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Andrus Steelcase Soft Seating Lounge Chairs
By William Andrus
Located in Pasadena, TX
comfort to the body`s contours. These lounge chairs are part of the Soft Seating series.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Rare 1960s Danish "Bikini" Chair by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle
By Hans Olsen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
. Reminicent of Hans Wegner's shell chairs, Olsen's contoured low chair is made from veneered, steam-bent
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s Silver Mohair Lounge Chair in the Style of James Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
cushioning is plump and comfortable. This is a chair meant for relaxing. Contouring the entire the chair and
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Contour Chair

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Mohair, Wood, Bentwood

50 s Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
wooden legs suggest sturdiness and longevity, the tilt of the chair and the contouring of the upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Pair of 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains Green
Located in Dallas, TX
These chairs are fabulous. They are egg shaped with an asymmetrical design and plenty of seating
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Brass

Rare Ondine Wingback Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan, c 1970, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kagan label. The original design was in 1958, described as 'Contoured Wing Arm Chair', which also
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
artistic genius is evident in every curve and contour of these lounge chairs. The gracefully sculpted arms
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Oak

3 Legged Studio Craft Lounge Chair in Walnut and Mohair, 1960 s
Located in Culver City, CA
chair in the gallery alongside a Vladimir Kagan Contour rocking chair, an Adrian Pearsall lounge chair
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Set of Lounge Chairs in Grey Alpaca Velvet by Edward Wormley, circa 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
and attention to detail are evident in the smooth contours of the chair, providing a comfortable
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Richard Schultz Contour Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outdoor chaise lounge chair designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll. ONLY 1 lOUNGE CHAIR IS AVAILABLE
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1960s American Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Leather

Lounge Chairs by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, Gray Boucle, 1980 s, a Pair
By Brueton, Stanley Jay Friedman
Located in Culver City, CA
These lounge chairs are absolutely stunning! A Pair of Iconic Lounge Chairs by Stanley Jay Friedman
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1980s American Modern Vintage Contour Chair

Materials

Chrome

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Vintage Contour Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage contour chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, every vintage contour chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a vintage contour chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage contour chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage contour chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Vladimir Kagan, Grant Featherston and Alf Svensson produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Contour Chair?

The average selling price for a vintage contour chair at 1stDibs is $5,811, while they’re typically $799 on the low end and $45,000 for the 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 Contour 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.