Mid-Century Modern Seating
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Selig Style Club Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Selig Style Club Chairs
Offered is a pair of vintage mid-century club chairs. The pair features a tufted curved back. The chairs have low back and are ...
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue for Cassina, Italy, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material.
Chaise Longue designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1940. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Also available w...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Teak
Brazilian Designer, Counter Stools, Wood, Velvet, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three bar or counter stools designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19.25"H x 12.875"W x 12.875"D
Seat Height (inches): 19.25"
All upholst...
Category
1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Italian Wicker and Iron Lounge Chair, C.1960
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Italian Wicker and Iron Lounge Chair, C.1960
In very good condition commensurate of age.
Please message for an accurate shipping quote.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
$1,747 Sale Price
20% Off
Classic Eames Swiveling Lounge Chair
Ottoman
Located in Tinton Falls, NJ
A most recognizable piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture, the Eames Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman was conceived/crafted by Charles and Ray Eames and remains one of the most significant an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh.
These gorgeous chairs were designed by Pierre Jeannette and mass produced in India for the Utopian cit...
Category
1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Bogo Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Modular suede and leather sofa 'Bogo' by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate.
Italy, 1970 circa
Measures: Lounge chair: 100 x 18...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Suede
$22,823 Sale Price
24% Off
Pair of Vintage Modern Serpentine Sofas by Weiman, for upholstery
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exceptional pair of Weiman serpentine sofas featuring the graceful S-curved silhouette that defined mid-century luxury seating. These opposing arm sofas are designed to create elega...
Category
1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim
Located in Dallas, TX
An outstanding Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Model 6329 Angle sofa newly upholstered in a Raf Simons teal velvet with leather trim.
Conceived in 1957, The Janus sofa was introdu...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Minho Daybed, Nubuck, Calacatta Viola, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Minho Daybed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Minho daybed is a modern reinterpretation of traditional furniture desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Marble, Onyx
Elephant Hide Grey Cab Dining Side Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Side chair model Cab, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina.
Wonderful 1980 example with buttery soft, newly reconditioned, elephant hide grey leather perfectly worn in from many yea...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Calheta Pouf Ottoman, Cream Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in cream jacquard fabric. Destined to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Jacquard, Bouclé, Leather, Chenille, Oak
$1,249 Sale Price / item
35% Off
Hans J. Wegner, Dining Room Chairs, Oak, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of six dark-stained oak, teak and off-white fabric dining room or side chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen, Denmark, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (in...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Ricardo Legorreta
Butaque
Armchair in Oak and Leather
By Clara Porset
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ricardo Legorreta, armchair “Butaque”, oak, leather, Mexico, 1997
This “Butaque” armchair was designed by Ricardo Legorreta and manufactured by Legorreta Arquitectos in 1997 for the...
Category
1990s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair Swedish Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Easy Chairs, Cognac Colored Leather 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two Pernilla easy chairs by the Swedish furniture designer Bruno Mathsson manufactured by Dux
The chairs are made of lacquered steam bend beech stretched with canvas. Upholst...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Set of Four Luigi Gorgoni Dining Chairs in Elm and Leather for Roche Bobois.
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Four Luigi Gorgoni Dining Chairs in Elm and Leather for Roche Bobois, France, 1970s
A striking set of four dining chairs designed by Luigi Gorgoni and produced by Roche Boboi...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Elm
De Sede DS-88 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Tan Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this gorgeous and rare center piece DS88 element sofa by De Sede in Cognac Chocolate Brown patchwork leather.
3 seating elements that can be used as separate pieces or a...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Vintage armchairs in the style of Afra
Tobia Scarpa
s Carlotta, 1960s-1970s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Armchair, likely designed in the late 1960s or early 1970s, is inspired by the famous Carlottamodel by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. With its bold geometric lines and comfortabl...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Woven Rattan Oval Shaped Couch, ca. 1999
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully formed and encompassing tightly woven oval rattan couch, supported on an iron frame.
Measures: 86 W x 47 D x 30 / 16 H.
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan
Vtg
Onda
Sofa by De Pas D’Urbino + Lomazzi for Zanotta 1980s Cream + Chrome
Located in Basel, BS
The ultimate squiggle!! Superbly stylish Italian design.
Very rare textile version of this piece. Upholstered in fantastic postmodern textured textile, in a beautiful cream color!
...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$6,967 Sale Price
20% Off
Walter Leeman Mikado Chair 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Kusch and Co chair Mikado by Walter Leeman 1970s
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
$480 / item
Pair of Danish 1940-50s Lounge Chairs with Carved Armrests in Beech
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super elegant and charming 1940s- pair of lounge chair in the style of Alfred Christensen with very sculptural organic shape and harmonious proportions. Wooden armrest accents in bro...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Tandem Sling by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Four-Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ray and Charles Eames were commissioned to design the perfect utilitarian seating for the first international airports in 1962, created for comfort and convenience. For the modern-da...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$1,400 Sale Price / item
55% Off
Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden High Tripod Bar Stool in Teak
Iron, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare French mid century high bar stool in teak wood and patinated iron by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh India, 1950s. In good original condition with nice lettering on the side of ...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Mid Century X Stretcher Ottomans or Footstools
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Mid Century ottomans a xwith travel related print in the fabric. X Stretcher in dark walnut. Nice and tight, fabric is good. In excellent vintage condition...
Category
1980s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Swivel Bar Stools, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Add timeless sophistication to your space with this pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern bar stools from the 1960s. Crafted with solid walnut legs and topped with sleek black vinyl swi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
$600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Lounge Armchair by “Audoux-Minet”
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lounge Arm Chair by "Audoux-Minet"
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet met in the Provence region of France during the 1940s and began collaborating on design projects. Their work reflects ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs upholstered in Boucle Fabric
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
$14,500 / set
Unusual T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs Widdicomb ca
1950
s
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual paddle arm chairs by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, ca' 1950's. Made of solid maple with walnut arms. Newly reupholstered.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Maple
Patricia Urquiola
Beam
Sofa for Cassina, Italy new
Located in Berlin, DE
Modular sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2016. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Prices are dependent on the color, material and size of the sofa.
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
$18,018 / item
Classic Herman Miller Aeron Chair Stool With Arms Adjustable
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a rare and hard to find classic Herman Miller chair Aeron Stool Arms Adjustable
Dimension: Tallest 55.5 h shortest 50 shortest x 21 d x 26 w
size B
Original ...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Grand Chairs, Swivel, Brass, Jacquard, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chair Grand, Swivel, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Grand chair is a versatile piece with it's swivel base, that combines elegance with functi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Teak and Papercord Stool by Niels Otto Møller, model 80A Denmark 1960
Located in Den Haag, NL
Teak and Papercord Stool by Niels Otto Møller, model 80A Denmark 1960
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Pair of Cal-Style Side Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Cal-Style Mid-Century Modern side chairs with tubular chrome base and original upholstered seat and back.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
$2,890 / set
Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s
Located in Westport, CT
A vintage set of sculptural walnut lounge chairs, original from the 1970s. Reminiscent of George Nakashima's reverence for natural forms, the solid walnut frames have been meticulous...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Walnut
$8,200 / set
Set of 6 vintage velvet Milo Baughman for D.I.A dining chairs, 1970s 80s
Located in Hastings, GB
Set of six elegant steel & brass Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America (DIA), c1970s. Burnished brass finish, with scroll backs and gilt brass deco style roundels. Two carver...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Steel
Hans Wegner
CH22
Chair in Oak Soap
Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
8 Grass Seated Dining Chairs by Mira Nakashima based on a G. Nakashima design
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 8 grass-seated chairs by Mira Nakashima based on a design by George Nakashima, USA. The square seat typically found in walnut and woven sea-gras...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Seagrass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern lounge chair.
Design by Guglielmo Veronesi for Isa Bergamo.
Striking Italian design from the 1970s.
Original frame upholstered with purple vel...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Linear Bench in Natural Wanut Series 72 by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern legend Edward Wormley, "The Linear Bench" embodies modern minimalism with clean lines and a sturdy metal stretcher.
Explore...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Sculptural 1940s Bentwood Armchairs Koželka
Kropáček with Original Upholstery.
Located in Almelo, NL
Sculptural 1940s Bentwood Armchairs by Koželka & Kropáček with Original Green Upholstery – Prague, Czechoslovakia
A rare and elegant pair of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
14 Piece Cubed Modular Curved Pit Sofa Circa 1980s
Located in Bensalem, PA
Truly amazing modular sofa you will not find another one like it circa 1980s can be arranged in numerous settings. Feel free to reach out with any questions. corner pieces are 32 inc...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Italian Mid Century Stools in Paolo Buffa style, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of important Mid Century stools in solid wood and bouclé fabric in the style of Paolo Buffa
The stools have elegant and original lines.
They have recently been reupholstered an...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Upholstered Stools in the Style of Henredon
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of nicely sized upholstered stools in a blue and cream fabric perfect for extra seating or stored under a console table . Manufactured in the manner of the Henredon Furniture ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mushroom Ottoman in Sky Melange Wool
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in "Sky Melange" light blue wool fabric. This melange fabric has beautiful variation within the fibers, please see close up pictures. ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wool
$375 / item
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia Modular
Amanta
Seating Element in Brown Corduroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 'Amanta' lounge chair, corduroy fabric and fiberglass, Italy, 1966.
The Amanta lounge seating element, designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
Milo Baughman Tilt Swivel Chair
Ottoman for Thayer Coggin. Priced for Redo..
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare original Milo Baughman high back tilt swivel chair with ottoman. The mechanism on the chair is perfect, the chair is structurally sound and th...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Baby Blue Velvet Vintage Armchair, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A wonderful armchair made in the 1960s in Poland. Stabile design of the furniture and a comfortable seat. Furniture after full upholstery renovation, refreshed woodwork. The whole is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Beech
Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s
Located in Basel, BS
Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
$956 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vittorio Dassi Mid-Century Modern Italian Dinning Chairs, 1950s, Set of Four
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Gorgeous set of four mid-century Italian dining chairs by Vittorio Dassi, recently reupholstered in ivory satin velvet, restored and polished with shellac.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Cigar" model lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, circa 1960s. They retain their original finish and have been recently teak oiled. Reup...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Charles
Ray Eames EA219 Office Chair in Chrome and Black leather, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful office chair EA219 belonging to the iconic Aluminium Series designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller (US) / Vitra (EU). Exceptional comfort is guaranteed with the ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
René Gabriel Reconstruction French Midcentury Armchairs
By Rene Gabriel
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Originally designed in 1946 by the renowned French designer René Gabriel, this pair of lounge chairs is a refined example of the post-war French reconstruction movement. With a focus...
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Linear Bench in Dark Wanut Series 60 by Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern legend Edward Wormley, "The Linear Bench" embodies modern minimalism with clean lines and a sturdy metal stretcher.
Explore...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bronze
Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison, Knoll Int. Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Both pieces have been upholstered and the aluminum repainted to its original white, while we preserved the original polished aluminum color on the other frames. The ottoman is rare, ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Daybed, French Reconstruction 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Beech daybed, France 1950. The top consists of an oak veneered part and a shelf inlaid with opposing triangles in light oak and mahogany. The mattress and its two cushions are covere...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Oak
Cerdá, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Spain, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green velvet lounge chairs produced by Cerdá, Spain, c. 1950s.
Cushions reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.25"H x 28.0"...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan
Jasper Morrison 2-Seat Two-Tone Blue "Vega" Bench for Artifort with Chrome Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jasper Morrison 2-seater "Vega" bench for Artifort 1990's. In original two toned upholstered seats on a chrome wire frame. Seat width 22" each. Visible wear, consistent with age and ...
Category
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Early Production
PK-22
Lounge Chair by Poul Kjærholm for EKC, Double-Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptional all-original early-production PK22 lounge chair by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen represents a highly collectible and investment-worthy example of one of the ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
$6,900 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 Authentic Pierre Jeanneret X-Leg Lounge Chairs, Model PJ-SI-45-A, India
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A rare opportunity to acquire an original set of Pierre Jeanneret X-leg lounge chairs, all sourced from the same administrative building, the High Court Secretariat (H.C.S.) in Chand...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Mid-century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Knoll, Herman Miller, and Charles and Ray Eames. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
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Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
See How New York City Designers Experiment on Their Own Homes
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Jeff Andrews Captures Old Hollywood Glamour in His Cinematic Spaces
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
New Orleans’ Lee Ledbetter Makes Design Magic by Mixing Past and Present
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.