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Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

This office chair has an adjustable backrest, can rotate and the height of the seat can be adjusted mechanically. Beautiful and essential shape, the star base is made of steel black ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Swivel Chairs in tubular steel and leather
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Swivel Chairs in tubular steel and leather

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Swivel Chairs in tubular steel and leather

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a set of 4 Mid Century Modern Swivel chairs, salon or task stools with a distinctive pleated circular seat cover and a chrome base.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Stunning Pair Blue Velvet Flat Bar Nicos Zorophos Swivel Chairs w.Steel X-Base
Stunning Pair Blue Velvet Flat Bar Nicos Zorophos Swivel Chairs w.Steel X-Base

Stunning Pair Blue Velvet Flat Bar Nicos Zorophos Swivel Chairs w.Steel X-Base

By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.

Located in Hudson, NY

Stunning pair of deep blue velvet armchairs. The steel x base frames are absolutely stunning. Solid, lovely chairs in good condition. Ready for use.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair Tan Brown & Stainless Steel Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver
Pair Tan Brown & Stainless Steel Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver

Pair Tan Brown & Stainless Steel Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver

By Steelcase, Gardner Leaver

Located in Dallas, TX

They feature circular bases bisected by a convex rectangular support - in lustrous polished stainless steel- which connects to the base of each chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand swivel dining chair is a versatile piece that combines eleg...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection, 1970s
Mid-Century Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection, 1970s

Mid-Century Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection, 1970s

By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This vintage swivel lounge chair, designed by Leon Rosen for the Pace Collection in the 1970s, perfectly captures the refined modernism that defined the era. Its sculptural form is w...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Early German SE 40 Swivel Chair by Egon Eiermann, 1950s
Mid-Century Early German SE 40 Swivel Chair by Egon Eiermann, 1950s

Mid-Century Early German SE 40 Swivel Chair by Egon Eiermann, 1950s

By Egon Eiermann

Located in Hamburg, DE

Very rare office swivel chair from the series of tubular steel spring chairs by egon eiermann.

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Shelby Williams MCM Swivel Bucket Chairs Red Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome X Base
Shelby Williams MCM Swivel Bucket Chairs Red Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome X Base

Shelby Williams MCM Swivel Bucket Chairs Red Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome X Base

By Shelby Williams

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome pair of Shelby Williams Mid-Century Modern swivel bucket chairs with chrome X base. Newly upholstered in bright red vinyl faux leather fabric. In beautiful vintage condition....

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Arthur Umanoff Rare Swivel Desk Chair in Birch for Elton 1950s
Mid Century Arthur Umanoff Rare Swivel Desk Chair in Birch for Elton 1950s

Mid Century Arthur Umanoff Rare Swivel Desk Chair in Birch for Elton 1950s

By The Elton Company, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Troy, MI

Rare swivel desk chair designed by Arthur Umanoff Model DC1 manufactured by Post Modern Ltd and distributed by the Elton Company New York USA circa 1952 Minimalist design with birc...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Birch

Four Sally Sirkin Lewis "Marina" Swivel Chairs for J. Robert Scott, Copper Base
Four Sally Sirkin Lewis "Marina" Swivel Chairs for J. Robert Scott, Copper Base

Four Sally Sirkin Lewis "Marina" Swivel Chairs for J. Robert Scott, Copper Base

By J. Robert Scott 1, Sally Sirkin Lewis

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A labeled set of four "Marina" swivel chairs designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis for her celebrated Los Angeles firm, J. Robert Scott, retaining the manufacturer's tag confirming the mode...

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Copper

Swivel Chair by Jens Risom
Swivel Chair by Jens Risom

Swivel Chair by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An upholstered swiveling lounge chair in leather with a tilt mechanism on a metal disc base.   

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Nicos Zographos Style Midcentury Swivel Chairs, Pair
Nicos Zographos Style Midcentury Swivel Chairs, Pair

Nicos Zographos Style Midcentury Swivel Chairs, Pair

By Nicos Zographos

Located in North Miami, FL

In the original eggplant fabric and with the most beautiful curves design, these Zographos style swivel lounge chairs on stainless steel base. They are ready to use and very comforta...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Phillip Enfield
Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Phillip Enfield

Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Phillip Enfield

By Phillip Enfield

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of swivel lounge chairs by Phillip Enfield. Stainless steel base with newly reupholstered Shagreen leather. These gorgeous chairs swivel 360°, circa 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

De Sede Terracotta Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede Terracotta Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede Terracotta Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Rødding, DK

Elegant vintage lounge chair produced by De Sede in Switzerland during the 1970s. This comfortable armchair is upholstered in thick terracotta-colored leather, a signature material ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Leather Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver for Steelcase, Pair
Leather Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver for Steelcase, Pair

Leather Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver for Steelcase, Pair

By Steelcase, Gardner Leaver

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of well constructed side/guest chairs model 455-211 designed by Gardner Leaver, manufactured by the Steelcase Furniture company. Refreshingly modern the bold, curved design an...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool
Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool

Carlos Ojinaga for Ojidecco 'Cinta' Swiveling Lounge Chair in Chrome & Wool

By Carlos Ojinaga

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This phenomenal chair was designed in 1968 by Carlos Ojinaga, a prominent Spanish interior designer at the time. It was produced under his own brand, Ojidecco, and later produced und...

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Red Vinyl Swivel Chair, Molded Fiberglass, Midcentury, USA, 1970s
Red Vinyl Swivel Chair, Molded Fiberglass, Midcentury, USA, 1970s

Red Vinyl Swivel Chair, Molded Fiberglass, Midcentury, USA, 1970s

Located in Stamford, CT

A steel swivel based molded chair upholstered in red vinyl. Seat height is 18" at the front edge. The seat depth is 18". This chair has been in storage and was never used. Chairs are...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Conchula Swivel Accent Chair, Italian Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple
Contemporary Conchula Swivel Accent Chair, Italian Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple

Contemporary Conchula Swivel Accent Chair, Italian Jacquard Velvet, Greenapple

By Dedar, Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Contemporary Conchula Swivel Accent Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Conchula swivel accent chair is a room-defining furniture pie...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Modernism Lievore Altherr Molina for Arper Catifa Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Italian Modernism Lievore Altherr Molina for Arper Catifa Swivel Chairs - a Pair

Italian Modernism Lievore Altherr Molina for Arper Catifa Swivel Chairs - a Pair

By Arper, Lievore Altherr Molina

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Chromed steel armrests Chromed steel 4-star trestle swivel base on white self-leveling glides.

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Italian Space Age Yellow Leather Accent Swivel Chair by Antonia Astori
Vintage Italian Space Age Yellow Leather Accent Swivel Chair by Antonia Astori

Vintage Italian Space Age Yellow Leather Accent Swivel Chair by Antonia Astori

By Antonia Astori, Cidue

Located in Milano, IT

Yellow Vintage Latex Armchairs 70's/80's - Mid Century Modern Timeless Vintage Italian "Cidonio" Space Age swivel chair, designed by Antonia Astori for furniture brand Cidue.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Topi Swivel Chair in Marci Mohair, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous
Topi Swivel Chair in Marci Mohair, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous

Topi Swivel Chair in Marci Mohair, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous

Located in London, GB

Named after the Topi antelope, known for its distinctive posture and graceful movement, the Topi Swivel Chair offers plush comfort for any setting. With soft curves, generous arms, ...

Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut
First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

First Edition Charles Eames Paw Chair Swivel Fibre Glass Shell Dowel Leg Walnut

By Charles Eames

Located in Hamburg, DE

First production, first generation 1949-1950 Zenith Herman Miller, Charles Eames PAW rope swivel chair in color grey elephant, dowel legs in birch / all original parts. The awesome d...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Executive Swivel Lounge Chairs by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll, 1960s
Pair of Executive Swivel Lounge Chairs by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll, 1960s

Pair of Executive Swivel Lounge Chairs by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll, 1960s

By Knoll, Vincent Cafiero

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

High-end executive pair of lounge chairs designed by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll around 1960 with the original button-tufted black leather upholstery, on a five-point polished steel sw...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

1st Edition '3117' Swivel Desk Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955
1st Edition '3117' Swivel Desk Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955

1st Edition '3117' Swivel Desk Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Early model ‘3117’ swivel desk chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. This model is a first edition production from the 1950s. It has a chrome-plated steel swivel ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Nicos Zographos Attributed Swivel Winged Armchair
Nicos Zographos Attributed Swivel Winged Armchair

Nicos Zographos Attributed Swivel Winged Armchair

By Nicos Zographos

Located in North Miami, FL

This is the most comfortable swivel armchair with a heavy steel "X" base and newly upholstered in neutral gray soft textured chenille fabric. Attributed to Nicos Zographos design. T...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Warren McArthur Reclining Shampoo Chair, Custom Wood-Base Model, 1930s
Early Warren McArthur Reclining Shampoo Chair, Custom Wood-Base Model, 1930s

Early Warren McArthur Reclining Shampoo Chair, Custom Wood-Base Model, 1930s

By Warren McArthur, Warren McArthur Corporation

Located in Camden, ME

This exceptionally rare reclining shampoo chair was created by Warren McArthur, confirmed through its patented tubular-aluminum construction and the surviving shadow remnant of the o...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Modern EOOS for Coalesse Joel Blue Swivel Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, a Pair
Modern EOOS for Coalesse Joel Blue Swivel Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, a Pair

Modern EOOS for Coalesse Joel Blue Swivel Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, a Pair

By Coalesse, EOOS, Walter Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Double needle stitch detail Disk base is polished trivalent chrome plated steel swivel with auto-return mechanism.

Category

2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Pearson Lloyd for Coalesse Bob Swivel Chairs by Walter Knoll - Set of 4
Modern Pearson Lloyd for Coalesse Bob Swivel Chairs by Walter Knoll - Set of 4

Modern Pearson Lloyd for Coalesse Bob Swivel Chairs by Walter Knoll - Set of 4

By Pearson Lloyd, Coalesse

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The Bob guest swivel chair's modern beauty and smart design fit seamlessly into any environment and among mid-century classic designs. The shell shape, with gently curved armrests, a...

Category

2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Swiveling Armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Swiveling Armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Swiveling Armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Mid-Century Modern sculptural swiveling armchair designed by Eero Saarinen featuring a cruciform chromed steel base with casters. The seat retains its original textured wool uphols...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Scott Wilson for Coalesse SW_1 Gray High-Back Lounge Swivel Chair
Contemporary Scott Wilson for Coalesse SW_1 Gray High-Back Lounge Swivel Chair

Contemporary Scott Wilson for Coalesse SW_1 Gray High-Back Lounge Swivel Chair

By Steelcase, Coalesse

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The Modern beauty and elegant design of the SW_1 high-back collaborative swivel lounge chair fits seamlessly into any environment and among mid-century classic designs.

Category

2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames
Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames

Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Impeccable molded swiveling armchair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Contractor base model.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames
Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames

Impeccable Molded Swiveling Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Impeccable molded swiveling armchair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Contractor base model.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Topi Swivel in Paloma Chestnut, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous
Topi Swivel in Paloma Chestnut, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous

Topi Swivel in Paloma Chestnut, Made in UK by Sister -Distinctive & Generous

Located in London, GB

Named after the Topi antelope, known for its distinctive posture and graceful movement, the Topi Swivel Chair offers plush comfort for any setting. With soft curves, generous arms, ...

Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio
Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio

Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio

By Spinzi, Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Art Chair - Mid Century Office Chair - Osvaldo Borsani Seating customized by Spinzi Milano - One off piece - Art Design- Hand made - Osvaldo Borsani was an influential designer of ...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Barber, Styling Chair
Midcentury Barber, Styling Chair

Midcentury Barber, Styling Chair

Located in Vienna, AT

Hairdressing chairs upholstered with a floral artificial material, headpiece, and stem of cherry-beech wood, steel base, adjustable height pedal for adjustment. Used condition, incl...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Denmark circa 1960's. An elegant and organic shape ideal for lounge. Arne Jacobsen was very productive both as an architect and as a des...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Industrial Adjustable Shop Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Industrial Adjustable Shop Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Industrial Adjustable Shop Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This industrial, adjustable side shop chair by Toledo Metal Furniture Co. features the signature Toledo star painted steel base with bent maple seat and back. The chair height is adj...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

EA216 Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames, USA, 1969
EA216 Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames, USA, 1969

EA216 Soft Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames, USA, 1969

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Antwerp, BE

The EA216 Soft Pad chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and introduced by Herman Miller in 1969, belongs to the celebrated Soft Pad Group. Developed as a refinement of the earlie...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Artifort Tulip Chairs by Pierre Paulin, Set of Four in Burgundy Wool Fabric
Artifort Tulip Chairs by Pierre Paulin, Set of Four in Burgundy Wool Fabric

Artifort Tulip Chairs by Pierre Paulin, Set of Four in Burgundy Wool Fabric

Located in Nottingham, GB

An iconic set of four Tulip lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, one of the most celebrated seating designs of the 20th century. Introduced in the mid-1960s, the Tul...

Category

20th Century Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair

Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair

By Ekornes Stressless

Located in Almelo, NL

Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair Experience timeless Scandinavian design and luxurious comfort with this Ekornes Stressless Leather Swiv...

Category

Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Set of 8 Chairs from The Croatian Communist Party Headquarters, Croatia 1970s
Set of 8 Chairs from The Croatian Communist Party Headquarters, Croatia 1970s

Set of 8 Chairs from The Croatian Communist Party Headquarters, Croatia 1970s

By Niko Kralj

Located in Trieste, IT

Many factories in Yugoslavia worked on direct contract for Western European distributors. They produced furniture that was intentionally styled to mimic the popular Danish or West Ge...

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Vintage 1960s Slovenian Minimalist Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Stunning cognac leather DS-35 lounge chairs by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss
Stunning cognac leather DS-35 lounge chairs by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss

Stunning cognac leather DS-35 lounge chairs by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss

By De Sede

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

De Sede DS 35 High Back Lounge Chairs · Swiveling Executive Armchairs · Switzerland, 1970s Hand Crafted Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs with Signature Strap Stitching. Matching s...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s
"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

By Göte Möbler Nässjö

Located in Paris, IDF

RATTAN ARMCHAIR “RONDO” 1960S, GÖTE-FURNITURE NÄSSJÖ. Armchair in rattan on a steelpipe lacquered base. Fair vintage condition with discolored rattan and spots on the lacquered metal...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s
"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

By Göte Möbler Nässjö

Located in Paris, IDF

RATTAN ARMCHAIR “RONDO” 1960S, GÖTE-FURNITURE NÄSSJÖ. Armchair in rattan on a steelpipe lacquered base. Good vintage condition. Price for 1 armchair. 2 other armchairs available on s...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s
"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

"Rondo" armchair rattan Göte Möbler Nässjö AB Sweden 1960s

By Göte Möbler Nässjö

Located in Paris, IDF

RATTAN ARMCHAIR “RONDO” 1960S, GÖTE-FURNITURE NÄSSJÖ. Armchair in rattan on a steelpipe lacquered base. Good vintage condition. Price for 1 armchair. 2 other armchairs available on s...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Heavy Gage Polished Stainless Steel Swivel Base Suede Upholstery Lounge Chair
Heavy Gage Polished Stainless Steel Swivel Base Suede Upholstery Lounge Chair

Heavy Gage Polished Stainless Steel Swivel Base Suede Upholstery Lounge Chair

By Knoll

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern suede upholstery very heavy and thick gage stainless steel base lounge chair.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950s Do More Swivel Office Chair Gio Ponti Industrial USA Mid-Century Modern
1950s Do More Swivel Office Chair Gio Ponti Industrial USA Mid-Century Modern

1950s Do More Swivel Office Chair Gio Ponti Industrial USA Mid-Century Modern

By Gio Ponti

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, 1950s Do More office chair mid-century modern industrial era. Domore Chair Company Inc founded in 1922 by William S. Ferris in Elkhart, Indiana. Seat height ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Swivel Chair, 1965
Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Swivel Chair, 1965

Mid-Century Modern Dutch Design Swivel Chair, 1965

Located in Voorburg, NL

Very comfortable Dutch swivel chair coming from the first owner and in complete original condition. Faux Leather with a stainless-steel base, marked with the production date 22/09/19...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, DEDAR Velvet, Handmade Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand swivel dining chair is a versatile piece that combines eleg...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern High back Swivel Lounge Chair, Sweden
Mid-Century Modern High back Swivel Lounge Chair, Sweden

Mid-Century Modern High back Swivel Lounge Chair, Sweden

Located in Deland, FL

An exceptionally designed Swedish chair on a swivel steel base in original black vinyl with a tufted back detailing. SKU: AM00817 ---Dimensions--- Width: 27 in / 68.58 cm Depth: 40...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Wool, Handmade Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Wool, Handmade Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chairs, DEDAR Wool, Handmade Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins, Dedar

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Grand Swivel Dining Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand swivel dining chair is a versatile piece that combines eleg...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs
8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs

8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs

By Max Pearson, Knoll

Located in Dayton, OH

8 Max Pearson for Knoll International red wool upholstered rolling swivel chairs, circa 1960s. Great for conference table or dining use. Tulip shaped padded seats over steel swivel r...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Rare Jens Risom Swivel Chair
Rare Jens Risom Swivel Chair

Rare Jens Risom Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 27 in W 30.5 in D 27 in

Rare Jens Risom Swivel Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Hudson, NY

Jens Risom designed vinyl barrel chair on enameled steel "tulip" base.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s John Yellen Swivel Chairs by I.V. Chair Corp.
1960s John Yellen Swivel Chairs by I.V. Chair Corp.

1960s John Yellen Swivel Chairs by I.V. Chair Corp.

Unavailable

H 28 in W 25.5 in D 24 in

1960s John Yellen Swivel Chairs by I.V. Chair Corp.

By John Yellen

Located in New London, CT

1960s survivors. Nice pair of swivel chairs by Brooklyn based chair maker I.V Chair Corporation. Very much in the manner of the Overman pod chairs. Brown and black checkered fabric w...

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Antique Mid-17th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Danish Midcentury Swivel Chairs
Six Danish Midcentury Swivel Chairs

Six Danish Midcentury Swivel Chairs

Unavailable

H 31 in W 24 in D 18 in

Six Danish Midcentury Swivel Chairs

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Unique dining or office chair with blonde wood arms and back and stainless steel base. Adjustable height and they swivel. Perfect for a conference room or office chair.  

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Antique 1670s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Textile, Birch

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Swivel Chair
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Swivel Chair

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in

Cees Braakman for Pastoe Swivel Chair

By Cees Braakman

Located in LA Arnhem, NL

Cees Braakman for Pastoe. Frame and shell from bent welded and epoxy coated steel rods. Seat and backrests with loose cotton cushions. The base is of black painted metal. The chair c...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metallic Thread

1970s Red Leather Swivel Armchair
1970s Red Leather Swivel Armchair

1970s Red Leather Swivel Armchair

Unavailable

H 42.13 in W 22.05 in D 31.5 in

1970s Red Leather Swivel Armchair

Located in Brno, CZ

Bold and beautiful, this bright pillar red swivel armchair is a welcome pop of colour in any interior. An original 1970s armchair made in the Czechoslovakian communist era and this ...

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Steel

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable original de Sede S 231 vintage lounge swivel armchair and ottoman. Built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman fr...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable vintage 1960s De Sede S 231 James Bond swivel leather armchair. This same swivel leather armchair and ottoman wer...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage lounge swivel armchair and ottoman. Built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman from Switze...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 swivel leather armchair and ottoman. Built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman from Switzerland t...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire

We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage swivel armchair and ottoman. Built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman from Switzerland t...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Esa Møbelværk Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Werner Langenfeld Model 802
Esa Møbelværk Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Werner Langenfeld Model 802

Esa Møbelværk Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman by Werner Langenfeld Model 802

By Werner Langenfeld

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

ESA Moebelwerk Denmark Model 802 lounge chair and ottoman. The design is from Werner Langenfeld during the 1960s. This armchair and ottoman was produced in Denmark and is made of smo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Kevi Artist or Drafting Chair Counter Stool Outstanding Design
Kevi Artist or Drafting Chair Counter Stool Outstanding Design

Kevi Artist or Drafting Chair Counter Stool Outstanding Design

By Jørgen Rasmussen

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Rare Jorgen Rasmussen work chair/stool designed for Kevi, Denmark, circa 1958. Outstanding example in original vintage condition. Structurally sound. Teak seat and back with painted...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

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Teak

A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort
A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort

A Pair of 1970’s Radical Modern French Kneeling Stools attributed to Artifort

By Artifort

Located in Fort mill, SC

A pair of sculptural 1970’s French Radical kneeling stools attributed to Artifort in vintage unrestored condition retaining grey factory stretch fabric on an injection moulded dense ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

Early Charles and Ray Eames Effiel Swivel Base Chair
Early Charles and Ray Eames Effiel Swivel Base Chair

Early Charles and Ray Eames Effiel Swivel Base Chair

Unavailable

H 32 in W 18.5 in D 20 in

Early Charles and Ray Eames Effiel Swivel Base Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Early Charles and Ray Eames effiel swivel base on wooden dowel legs. Manufactured by Herman Miller. Beautiful collector's chair. Stable. Sturdy. Measure: Seat height is 18 inches.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century 'King' Lounge Swivel Chair in Cognac Baseball Glove Leather
Mid-Century 'King' Lounge Swivel Chair in Cognac Baseball Glove Leather

Mid-Century 'King' Lounge Swivel Chair in Cognac Baseball Glove Leather

By Strässle International, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, Andre Vandenbeuck

Located in Framingham, MA

Eye catching rosewood, leather and aluminum 'King' lounge chair by Andre Vandenbeuck for Strassle International. The leather is patina rich and buttery comfortable. After conditionin...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Space Age Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Walter Knoll Don Lounge Chair in mud Leather, German, Mid-century modern, swivel
Walter Knoll Don Lounge Chair in mud Leather, German, Mid-century modern, swivel

Walter Knoll Don Lounge Chair in mud Leather, German, Mid-century modern, swivel

By Bernd Münzebrock, Walter Knoll

Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Walter Knoll Don Lounge Chair in mud Leather, German, Mid-century modern, swivel This Don swivel chair, in a very attractive mud color, has some good patina but is without any holes...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rattan and Iron Swivel Pod Chair, Midcentury
Rattan and Iron Swivel Pod Chair, Midcentury

Rattan and Iron Swivel Pod Chair, Midcentury

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 28.75 in D 25.6 in

Rattan and Iron Swivel Pod Chair, Midcentury

Located in Berlin, DE

Rattan 1960s pod lounge chair on an iron base with steel feet. Unusually the chair has a swivel function through 360 degrees. Probably French. Very good vintage condition with minim...

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Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Hans Wegner Swivel Chair
Hans Wegner Swivel Chair

Hans Wegner Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 29 in D 24 in

Hans Wegner Swivel Chair

By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen

Located in New York, NY

Swivel desk chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1955, manufactured in 2000 by PP Mobler. The chair has a sculpted backrest in maple, chrome steel base and genuine ostrich leather seat i...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Set of 60s Era Chromcraft Swivel Chairs
Set of 60s Era Chromcraft Swivel Chairs

Set of 60s Era Chromcraft Swivel Chairs

Unavailable

H 32 in W 22 in D 20.5 in

Set of 60s Era Chromcraft Swivel Chairs

By Chromcraft

Located in New London, CT

Have dealt with a few variations of Chromcraft chairs in the last few years, but never a set with these rare bases. Very Jetsons in appearance. A mix of faux wood and black naugahyde...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Swiss Swivel Chair from Embru, 1960s
Midcentury Swiss Swivel Chair from Embru, 1960s

Midcentury Swiss Swivel Chair from Embru, 1960s

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in

Midcentury Swiss Swivel Chair from Embru, 1960s

By Embru

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Vintage 1960s Swiss made Embru swivel chair made of dark finished wood and steel. With adjustable height 5 leg star base. Fully original.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Steel

SP01 Anita High Back Swivel Armchair in AntwerpDark Brown Leather, Made in Italy
SP01 Anita High Back Swivel Armchair in AntwerpDark Brown Leather, Made in Italy

SP01 Anita High Back Swivel Armchair in AntwerpDark Brown Leather, Made in Italy

By Metrica, SP01

Located in Sydney, NSW

Offering the same compact footprint as the original but with a higher backrest, the Anita high back armchair provides greater visual presence and a new level of comfort. A stitch det...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Alf Svensson Swivel Lounge Armchair, “Contourette Roto” for Dux, 1960s.
Alf Svensson Swivel Lounge Armchair, “Contourette Roto” for Dux, 1960s.

Alf Svensson Swivel Lounge Armchair, “Contourette Roto” for Dux, 1960s.

By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Get comfortable in this lounge chair designed by the renowned Swedish designer Alf Svensson for “Dux of Sweden”. The chair features a sleek, organic form with smooth flowing lines th...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vioski New Century Modern Palms Chair in Porpoise Gray
Vioski New Century Modern Palms Chair in Porpoise Gray

Vioski New Century Modern Palms Chair in Porpoise Gray

Located in Vernon, CA

The Palms II Chair looks simultaneously new and classic. The design won Seating of the Year from Interior Design magazine in 2004. Bright color brings out the classic side. In gray o...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Foam, Polyester, Leather, Hardwood

1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Brown Leather Armchair on Swivel Base
1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Brown Leather Armchair on Swivel Base

1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Brown Leather Armchair on Swivel Base

Located in London, GB

A brown leather high-backed lounge chair with buttoned detail sitting on chrome-plated steel base with castors.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

P32 Lounge Chair Osvaldo Borsani
P32 Lounge Chair Osvaldo Borsani

P32 Lounge Chair Osvaldo Borsani

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 33.08 in D 29.14 in

P32 Lounge Chair Osvaldo Borsani

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Brugge, BE

Rare P32 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1956. This innovative chair has a swiveling base that automatically returns to its original position and a seat part which ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Distinctive Danish Modern Executive Chair
Distinctive Danish Modern Executive Chair

Distinctive Danish Modern Executive Chair

Unavailable

H 39.25 in W 33.75 in D 30.5 in

Distinctive Danish Modern Executive Chair

Located in Portland, OR

Impressive Danish modern power chair. Swivels 360 degrees on polished steel base. New foam throughout provides superior comfort. Newly upholstered in highest quality black leather...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs
Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

By Rudi Verelst

Located in De Klinge, BE

Industrial modernist design looking Rudi Verelst chairs, chromed steel on a pyramid swivel base, with natural wooden armrests. Reupholstered in chique fabric.  

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs
Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in

Reupholstered Rudi Verelst Pyramid, Set of Four Dinning Chairs

By Rudi Verelst

Located in De Klinge, BE

Industrial modernist design looking Rudi Verelst chairs, chromed steel on a pyramid swivel base, with natural wooden armrests. Reupholstered in chique fabric Matching in interiors ...

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Mid Century Swivel Chair Steel Base For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century swivel chair steel base available at 1stDibs. Each mid century swivel chair steel base for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and fabric. Find 19 options for an antique or vintage mid century swivel chair steel base now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century swivel chair steel base, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century swivel chair steel base is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made mid century swivel chair steel base has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Pace Collection are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Swivel Chair Steel Base?

A mid century swivel chair steel base can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,500, while the lowest priced sells for $500 and the highest can go for as much as $15,840.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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.

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.