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1950s Rocking Chair in Oak
Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
and sturdy chair to be used as a desk or side chair.
Danish midcentury designer and architect
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Oak
Horgen Glarus Modell 903 by Kurt Culetto Cognac Swiss Folding Spanish Chair
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This folding chair was designed by Kurt Culetto. It was produced by Switzerland Manufacturer Horgen
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Brass
1960s Side Chair in Oak
Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulf, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
sturdy chair to be used as a desk or side chair.
Danish midcentury designer and architect, Henry
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of 1950s Cast Iron Club Chairs by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Wilton, CT
These chairs represent an outstanding design for Saltorini by designer Maurizio Tempestini. The
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of four dining chairs by Guillerme
Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Beautiful and very rare set of 4 chairs by the famous designers Guillerme & Chambron. These chairs
Category
1970s French Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,918 / set
Handsome Pair of Vintage Lounge Chairs in manner of Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome pair of Designer Lounge chairs in the manner of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fine Chicago
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of F551
Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin Artifort New Upholstery
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A stunning pair of F551 'Big Tulip" lounge chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Dutch
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$4,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Large White "Manta Ray" Lounge Chair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Denmark, 1956
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning and important "Manta Ray" easy chair from 1956 by Danish Designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. This
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Miroslav Navrátil Bucket Lounge Chairs for Vertex in Red w/ Birch Frames
By Vertex, Miroslav Navratil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, nubby red upholstered bucket chairs by Czech designer Miroslav Navrátil for Vertex. In
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Arm Chairs w/ Splayed Supports by Williams Haines
Located in New York, NY
overstatement. A beautiful pair by the esteemed designer William Haines, these chairs will style well in a wide
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Chairs From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene- Pr
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Acquire a true piece of design history with this exceptional pair of MR20 lounge chairs by the
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Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of sheepskin lounge chairs in the manner of Märta Blomstedt, DENMARK, 1940S
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of lounge chairs in the manner of Märta Blomstedt. Designed and produced in Denmark by Danish
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Bengt Ruda by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1950
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bengt Ruda
Located in Hägersten, SE
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Price for the pair of chairs.
Designer: Bengt Ruda
Manufacturer: Nordiska Kompaniet, NK
Year: 1950s
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Cut Steel
Pierre Jeanneret Dining Chair in Burgundy Hide
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jeanneret dining chairs, showcasing the designer's signature Chandigarh aesthetic. Crafted from solid wood
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1950s Indian Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Teak
$109,200 / set
Red Rattan Lounge Chair by Teun Velthuizen for Urotan, The Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This impressive rattan lounge chair was designed by Teun Velthuizen for Urotan in the 1950s. It is
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Modernist Scooped-Back Leather Lounge/Accent Chair by Ico Parisi for MIM
By Ico Parisi
Located in Kensington, MD
century modernist designer. The lounge chair fits inside the range of elegant designs the Italian
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Brown Jordan Cantilevered Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 2 Piece
By Brown Jordan
Located in Basel, BS
Rare designer, sleek cantilevered outdoor lounge chair and matching ottoman set, perfect for your
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$680 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Art Deco Style Bauhaus Club Chairs by ószef Peresztegi Stamped 1961
Located in Surrey, GB
A pair of Bauhaus club chairs by Hungarian designer József Peresztegi stamped 1961. Original
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Bauhaus Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Danish Modern Black Lacquered Beech and Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, 1950s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and important 1950s lounge chair in lacquered beech and paper cord by Danish designer Illum
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Pierre Gautier Delaye Dining Chairs, 1960s
By Pierre Gautier-Delaye
Located in Antwerp, BE
; Chair; Coffee Bean; France; French Design;
"Coffee Bean" chairs by French designer Pierre Gautier
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Beech
$680 / item
Modern Maurice Villency Black Vinyl Faux Leather Button Back Cube Club Chair
By Maurice Villency
Located in Topeka, KS
handsome cube chair by iconic designer Maurice Villency wearing a fabulous black vinyl on the frame of the
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 2 Lounge Chairs by Karin Mobring in Pine and Teddy Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
country’s most respected designers. These lounge chairs are as functional as they are collectible—an ideal
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Pine
Pierre Paulin "Pod" Chairs Artifort 1960s Rare Model with New Ploeg Wool Fabric
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of fully restored 'POD' chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort The Netherlands
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
$3,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Black Leather Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin, 1960s
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Vintage design swivelchair
This stunning black leather swivel chair by renowned designer H.W. Klein
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Leather
Fabulous Pair of Milo Baughman Style Chrome Slipper Chairs Mid-century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
reupholstered but that's what you designers want anyway-right? These chairs are made by Scandiline and are very
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
1970s Mcm to Modern Harvey Probber Club Chairs Orange 1571 Tuxedo Sleigh Bases
By Harvey Probber
Located in Topeka, KS
the Institute of Business Designers for the Houston Chair and the Advent III Customization Program. Mr
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960
s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Gorgeous pair of Rare 5 Leg French Louis XV Style Limed Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This gorgeous pair of rare French Louis XV style side chairs showcases exceptional craftsmanship
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$2,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Christian Liaigre Velin Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Velin Dining Chair by renowned designer Christian Liaigre. Crafted with the utmost
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Late 20th Century French Minimalist Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$14,700 / set
1950s Kurt Østervig Teak Chair – Danish Design, Refurbished - Repaired
Located in Hannover, DE
Unique Vintage Chair by Danish Designer Kurt Østervig - Manufactured by Brande Møbelindustri (1950s
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Teak
Gigi Sabadin “Pala” Dining Chair for Emme, 1973
By Gigi Sabadin
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
and designer Gigi Sabadin, the “Pala” chair embodies the radical experimentation of the Italian
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Wood
1991 Chip Chair by Carlo Mo for Tecno in Ebonized Oak and Enameled Steel
By Tecno, Carlo Mo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Osvaldo Borsani developed and produced products with notable European designers of the time.
The chair
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel
1980s Pair of Postmodern Mario Botta for Alias Seconda Chairs with Arms in Gray
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Philadelphia, PA
mid 1980s. These are gorgeous and iconic works by Botta, the renowned industrial designer and
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Vintage "Irwin" Chair by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
chair by legendary designer, Paul McCobb. Conceived for his iconic "Irwin" collection and originally
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Set of Four Leather and Chrome Swivel Chairs by J Robert Scott
Associates
By Sally Sirkin Lewis, J. Robert Scott 1
Located in Palm Springs, CA
different look on each chair, as was the intention of the designer.
These chairs are absolutely stunning!
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1980s American Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Pigreco chairs, Gavina production by Tobia Scarpa
By Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
most influential designers.
Dimensions (per chair):
Width: 55 cm
Depth: 44 cm
Height: 61 cm
Seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Gio Ponti for Walter Ponti Gabriella Folding Chairs Model D.270.2 Black
By Gio Ponti, Walter Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An absolutely beautiful and very rare pair of folding chairs from iconic designer Gio Ponti
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
By Fabiaan Van Severen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
dining chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1997, this design features a patinated
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1990s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel
Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
By Fabiaan Van Severen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997
Distinct chairs by
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1990s Belgian Post-Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Pair of 020 Lounge Chairs, Kho Liang Ie for Artifort the Netherlands, 1958
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare pair of lounge chairs by Dutch designer Kho Liang Ie for the company Artifort
Kho Liang Ie
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
By Fabiaan Van Severen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
of dining chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1997, this design features a
Category
1990s Belgian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rainer Daumiller Danish Pine Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 1970
s
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 6 pine dining chairs by Danish Designer Rainer Daumiller from the 1960's-1970's. These
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Pine
Pair of Chrome Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, USA, c. 1970
s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
aesthetically appealing. A favorite of collectors and designers alike these chairs are becoming increasingly
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Boho Hand Painted Hitchcock Chairs - Set of Four
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, lived-in feel that collectors and designers cherish. These chairs are ready to bring their unique
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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
its original ap stolen stamp with the designer name. This chair features open armrests and teak “paws
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Jacques Adnet Black Leather Chair, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant chair by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame with black leather seat and seat back
Category
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
$9,500 / item
Restored Pair of Wrought Iron and Rattan Ski Club Lounge Chairs by Shirley Ritts
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Unique set of two 1950s iron and rattan "Wrought" ski club chairs by designers Herbert and Shirley
Category
1950s American Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Early Warren Platner Large Wire Lounge Chair for Knoll , C.1970 Cado Wool Woven
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Warren Platner model 1705 easy wire lounge chair for Knoll
Designer: Warren Platner
Knoll
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Nickel
French Design Classic Pratfall Lounge Chairs by P. Starck for Driade, Set of Two
By Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Renens, CH
A set of lounge chairs by French designer Philippe Starck, designed during the mid-1980s for Driade
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of four Coro dining chairs by Luigi Origlia, 1980
By Luigi Origlia
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
vibrant elegance.
The Italian designer Luigi Origlia designed these chairs in the 1980s and is known for
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 Rainer Daumiller Solid Pine Dining Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in London, GB
designer’s dedication to natural materials and organic forms. Crafted entirely from solid pine, these chairs
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Pine
Pair of Mid-Century "Irwin" Chairs by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
chairs by legendary designer, Paul McCobb. Conceived for his iconic "Irwin" collection and originally
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Six Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Dining Chairs Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Beautiful Classic design set of six chairs; the so called Butterfly chairs from designer Arne
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Metal
Belgian Pair of Armchairs Chairs in Leather and Oak
By Frits Schuitema, Schuitema
Zonen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
wood, leather, Belgium, 1970s.
A beautiful pair of midcentury dining chairs by Belgium designer and
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Michel Charron Set of Four Dining Chairs in Plexiglass and Aluminum
Located in Waalwijk, NL
dining chairs were designed by the French designer Michel Charron. Each chair consists of a smoked glass
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Two
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Low Profile Barrel Chairs After Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960
s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Deland, FL
Attention designers! This set of arm chairs, after Edward Wormley for Dunbar, is as stylish as they
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Fabric
$8,080 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Six “Razorblade” Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Oak, 1960s
Located in London, London
dining chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf, often referred to as the “Razorblade” model for their
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Designer Chairs
Materials
Oak
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Vintage Designer Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of vintage designer chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage designer chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and fabric. Vintage designer chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage designer chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage designer chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell and Mario Bellini are consistently popular.
How Much are Vintage Designer Chairs?
Prices for vintage designer chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage designer chairs begin at $206 and can go as high as $34,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,815.
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 Designer Chairs
- What is a chair designer called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What a chair designer is called varies. There isn't a term for someone who designs chairs specifically. Instead, you would typically refer to this type of professional as a furniture designer or industrial designer. Some furniture designers who are particularly well-known for their chairs include Charles and Ray Eames, Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen, Verner Panton, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Tulip chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Eero Saarinen designed the Tulip chair. It was part of Saarinen's Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, dining tables and more — a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying. The series was designed for Knoll, which continues to produce it today. Interestingly, the Tulip armchair's shape suggests one single plastic form, but despite Saarinen's many experiments to achieve this, it is actually constructed in two pieces: an aluminum frame obscured in a plastic finish and a fiberglass upper-shell seat. In two parts or one, it achieves Saarinen's desired streamlined effect. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eero Saarinen Tulip chairs.
- Who designed the Aeron chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Don Chadwick and Bill Stumpf designed the Aeron chair. The pair introduced the mesh-upholstered ergonomic chair in 1994, and it has been one of Herman Miller's best-selling office chairs ever since. Its innovative design has even earned it a place in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York. Find a range of Aeron chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the LCW chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the MR chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed airport chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Marcel Breuer designed several chairs. One of his best-known pieces is the Wassily lounge chair made of tubular steel and leather straps. Breuer named the chair after the artist Wassily Kandinsky. Among the designer's other notable chairs are the Cesca chair, the B35 lounge chair and the S 35. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Marcel Breuer chairs.
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