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Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
By The Cherner Chair Company, Norman Cherner
Located in Countryside, IL
Norman Cherner mid century chair The chair measures: 17 wide x 20.5 deep x 32 high, with a seat
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Wood

Vintage Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
Norman Cherner Mid Century Chair
H 32 in W 17 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Mid Century chairs in inlaid wood
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Mid Century chairs in inlaid wood Single chair dimensions 34 W x 95 H x 46 D cm
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood

Vintage Pair of Mid Century chairs in inlaid wood
Pair of Mid Century chairs in inlaid wood
H 37.41 in W 13.39 in D 18.12 in
Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Chair Guglielmo Ulrich Attributed
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of elegant mid-century chair Guglielmo Ulrich attributed.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Satin, Wood

Pair of Swedish Leather and Wood Mid Century Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of leather and wood mid century chairs. Great design and quality. Wonderful and rare color.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ming Style Chairs with Upholstered Cushions and Ottoman by Century Chair
By Century Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of lovely "ming style" chairs in a very light stain by Century Chair Company of Hickory, NC
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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Mid-century chair EMC Furniture 60's
By EMC Furniture
Located in GOOR, NL
Expertly crafted in the iconic mid-century style, the Mid-century chair EMC Furniture 60's is the
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Teak

Vintage Mid-century chair EMC Furniture 60's
Mid-century chair EMC Furniture 60's
H 31.5 in W 28.75 in D 30.71 in
20th Century Chair English Armchair Leather, Yew Wood
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century chair English armchair Leather, yew wood Classic English armchair / leather
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20th Century British Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Pedini Fano Mid-Century Chairs Italian design 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 6 Pedini Fano Mid-Century chairs, Italian design 1960s Curved and shaped beech plywood
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1960s Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Plywood

1960s Mid Century Chair and Ottoman Styled After Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century chair and ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960s. This
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Chairs by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada, circa 1950's
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chic pair of sculptural Italian mid-century chairs by Nino Zoncada, circa 1950's. Chairs have
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1950s Italian Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Brass

Sculpted Mid-Century Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern lounge chairs with wild sculpting shape. Funky 1960s style form for home or
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Fabric

Sculpted Mid-Century Chairs
Sculpted Mid-Century Chairs
H 31.5 in W 34 in D 31.5 in
Vladimir Kagan Style Weiman Nautilus Mid Century Chairs - Pair
By Weiman
Located in Countryside, IL
Vladimir Kagan Style Weiman Nautilus Mid Century Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 36 wide
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Metal

Chromcraft Star Trek Mid Century Chairs - Set of 4
By Chromcraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Chromcraft Star Trek Mid Century Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 22 wide x 27 deep x 37.75
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Chrome

Danish Mid-Century Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech wood chair, circa 1960's. Perfectly petite, darling striking profile with original cream
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Fabric, Beech

 Danish Mid-Century Chair
 Danish Mid-Century Chair
H 29 in W 18 in D 19 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Africa Mid Century Chair
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Countryside, IL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Africa Mid Century Chair This chair measures: 22 wide x 18 deep x
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood

Set of Midcentury Chinoiserie Style Lounge Chairs by Century Chair Company
By Century Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of horseshoe armchairs with "scrubbed white" finish by the Century Chair Company, 1987. Please
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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
By Baumritter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking baby blue slipper chair by Baumritter. Simple mid-century style with tufted back and
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter
H 30 in W 24 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, fabric - wooden parts has some signs use - good, original condition. - hight seat 45cm.
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1990s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
Mid-Century Chair / Ton, 1992
H 29.14 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Italian Mid-Century Chair in Oak and Leather by Palange for Montina, 1960s
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange, Montina
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous mid-century chair in oak wood with black leather seat. This charming and unique chair was
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Wood, Leather, Oak

Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Great set of midcentury chairs. Combining traditional craftmanship and natural materials with a
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Elm

Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
Set of 4 Mid Century Chairs
H 29.14 in W 18.51 in D 17.33 in
Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Look at the picture for now.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
Set of Six Mid Century Chairs
H 37.5 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Africa Mid Century Chairs - Set of 4
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Countryside, IL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Africa Mid Century Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 22 wide
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood

Finn Andersen Style Mid-Century Chair
By Finn Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This barrel back chair with sculpted walnut frame is a mid-century mate to the famous tub chair by
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Walnut

Finn Andersen Style Mid-Century Chair
Finn Andersen Style Mid-Century Chair
H 27.5 in W 30 in D 30.5 in
Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 16.54 in
Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Whimsical set consisting of four fine Italian-made leather chairs belonging to the 1960s. The frame
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Steel

Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
H 29.93 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in
Mid-Century Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Nashville, TN
Lounge chair with a high backrest and thick padded cushions. Features sculpted arm rests and angled
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Vintage Century Chair

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Upholstery, Wood

Yellow Mid Century Chair, Fameg Factory, Poland, 1960s.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable chair A6150 produced in the late 1960s by the Furniture Factory "Fameg" in Radomsko
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Textile, Beech

Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four chairs in “caviúna” wood, cane and upholstery, unknown designer, produced by “Hall
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood

Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern
H 34.26 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Five chairs, stackable, metal frame, seat and top rail veneered varnished beech. H. 76 Sh. 44 cm
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Steel

Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
Set of Five Stockable Mid-Century Chairs
H 26.78 in W 18.12 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Chair by Branco & Preto (attr.), Brazil 1950s
By Branco & Preto
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare mid-century Brazilian armchair is attributed to the design collective Branco and Preto
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Chair by Chierowski, in Green Velvet, 1960s
By Jozef Chierowski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
The 200-125 VAR chair, also known as the Aga Chair, is a famous project by Jozef Chierowski. Its
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Wood

Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Clash of 3 different chairs from mid century modern, gold plated, painted and lacquered I learn
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Gold Leaf

Peak of a Century Chair by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Clash of 3 different chairs from mid century modern, gold plated, painted and lacquered I learn
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Chair by Horst Romanus Wanke, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This chair by Horst Romanus Wanke is a really special and rare piece. The high backrest makes the
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Wood

Mid-Century chairs with gilded metal footing, 1970's
Located in Brussels , BE
Set of six chairs with red fabric and golden gilded metal.
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1970s Vintage Century Chair

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Metal

Six Goatskin Lacquer Dining Chairs by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six dining chairs with two arm chairs and four side chairs from Century Chair Company
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Chairs in Suede and Black Metal Frame
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Red low seat Italian chair in suede and black metal frame 1970s. Completely restored red suede
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Metal

Set of Six Mid Century Chairs, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Bbpr Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful set composed of 12 chairs, designed by the group of designers and architects B.B.P.R. in
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Bouclé, Wood

Vittorio Nobili Walnut and Velvet Italian Mid-century Chairs, 1955
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Rome, IT
Simple materials but fantastic and unique design for these 4 chairs by Vittorio Nobili. Truly
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo and Cane 20th Century Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Brighton Pavilion style bamboo and cane chairs.
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Late 20th Century Asian Regency Vintage Century Chair

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair James Mont Horseshoe Ming Style Chairs Armchairs Century Chair Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair James Mont style horseshoe Ming style armchairs by Century Chair Co. (A). Item features solid
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage Century Chair

Vintage Hollywood Regency Lacquer Palm Frond Dining Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Hollywood Regency Palm Frond dining chairs. Deep detail in lacquer finish with upholstery. Century
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Century Chair

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Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Mid-Century Chairs by Branco & Preto 'Attr.', Brazil, 1950s
By Branco & Preto
Located in Utrecht, NL
pronounced lines of these chairs, the design recalls Branco and Preto’s quintessential mid-century aesthetic
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Leather, Wood

Set of Two 20th Century Chairs in Dark Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Very beautiful original shape in
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Pair Mid Century Chairs in Red Fabric With Chrome Base
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of lounge chairs date from the 1970s. These chairs feature a flat bar
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Chrome

Set of Four 1960's Scandinavian Mid Century Chairs
Located in Brno, CZ
Set of four Mid-Century armchairs reupholstered with a new fabric. These chairs were clearly
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Mid-Century Chairs by Chierowski, in Green Velvet, 1960s, Set of 4
By Jozef Chierowski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
The 200-125 VAR chairs, also known as the Aga Chair, is a famous project by Jozef Chierowski. Its
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Chairs by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Rizzi, Springs Seat & Leatherette
By Fratelli Rizzi, Ico Parisi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
All originals Mid-century elegant and sturdy pair of chairs attributed to Ico Parisi produced by
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Beech

Peak of a Century Chair by German Artist Markus Friedrich Staab 2021
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
This 1940's Rattan chair has been creativly revisited by Staab by adding strong colors and vintage
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Chairs by Leśniewski in Green Velvet, 1960s, Set of 2
By Leśniewski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
This set of two dining chairs with a modernist silhouette was designed circa 1962 and manufactured
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Spindle Chair
By Spainhour Furniture Company
Located in Denton, TX
Mid Century Chair by Spainhour, in the style of the "Straight-Back Chair" by George Nakashima.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Spindle Chair
Mid-Century Spindle Chair
H 29 in W 20 in D 18.25 in
Antonín Šuman Tatra Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Chairs, 1960s, '4 Pieces'
By Antonín Šuman, Tatra
Located in Budapest, HU
Set of Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Modern chairs. Designed by Antonín Šuman, manufactured by Tatra
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Chairs in the style of H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Brussels , BE
Beautiful and elegant set of six chairs
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of Six Mid Century Chairs Green Boucle, Walnut, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

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Velvet, Beech

Two 20th Century Chairs in Light Creme and Cherry Wood Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Very beautiful original shape in
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of Mid-Century Upholstered Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of wood and upholstery mid-century chairs. With great design.
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1970s Argentine Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Upholstered Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Upholstered Chairs
H 28.5 in W 29.5 in D 29.75 in
Mid-Late 20th Century Chair Brown Velvet Campaign Style X Base Sling Arm Straps
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Campaign style chair with an X-shaped base, brown vinyl faux leather sling arm
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20th Century Unknown Campaign Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Metal

Pr. Mid Century Chairs by Richard McCarthy for Selrite Ca. 1950’s
By Selrite, Richard McCarthy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of architectural mid century side chairs by noted designer Richard McCarthy for Selrite
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Wrought Iron

Scandinavian Mid-Century Chair in Cowhide, in Style of Pierre Jenneret, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful and rare easy chair designed by the Norwegian designer Thorbjørn Rygh for Gjøvik Møbler
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Century Chair

Materials

Beech, Cowhide

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Vintage Century Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage century chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every vintage century chair was constructed with great care. Find 4023 options for an antique or vintage vintage century chair now, or shop our selection of 23 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage century chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage century chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage century chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but De Sede, Charles and Ray Eames and Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Century Chair?

Prices for a vintage century chair start at $1 and top out at $48,000 with the average selling for $2,314.

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 Century Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.