What was worn in the 1970s?

Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.

Are the 1970s mid-century?

No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Were sequins popular in the 1970s?

Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Was velvet used in the 1970s?

Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.

What is 1970s furniture called?

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?

Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.

Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?

The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?

After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

1970s Walnut Chairs

Artona Chair

Africa Chair

Poltrona Frau Leather Chair

Sapporo Marenco

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Africa

Sapporo Dining Chairs

Mario Marenco Mobil Girgi

Sapporo For Mobil Girgi

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Italian 1970's Walnut and White Leather Lounge Chairs

H 31.5 in W 39 in D 37 in

Set of Four Italian 1970's Walnut and White Leather Lounge Chairs

By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

A highly unique and superb set of four Italian 1970's lounge chairs. Hand-crafted with a nod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Four Italian 1970's Walnut and White Leather Lounge Chairs

H 31.5 in W 39 in D 37 in

Sculptural Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1970's

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Phoenix, AZ

All original sculptural taupe leather lounge chair and accompanying ottoman by Adrian Pearsall

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Sculptural Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1970's

H 35 in W 30 in D 41.25 in

Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Argelato, BO

Pierre Cardin (1922-2020), Set of 6 dining chairs in walnut and leather, Italy, 1970s. Four rare

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pierre Cardin, 6 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather, 1970s

H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 18.51 in

Set of Four High-Back Chairs in Walnut and Mustard Wool, France, 1970s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

With their totemic posture and rigorous symmetry, this set of four high-back chairs appears as a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Set of Four High-Back Chairs in Walnut and Mustard Wool, France, 1970s

H 39.38 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Eight Mid-century Modern Italian Bouclè and Walnut Dining Chairs, 1970s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Eight chairs in solid walnut, recently restored and covered in bouclé fabric, Italian production

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Eight Mid-century Modern Italian Bouclè and Walnut Dining Chairs, 1970s

H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 21.66 in

Mid Century Walnut & Leather Lounge Chair Styled After Herman Miller, 1970s

By Herman Miller

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century walnut lounge chairs were designed and manufactured in the United States circa the

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid Century Walnut & Leather Lounge Chair Styled After Herman Miller, 1970s

H 33 in W 34 in D 33.75 in

1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chair with Geometric Frame in Walnut and Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Lounge chair, walnut, leather, Europe, 1970s This remarkable armchair is defined by its

Category

Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chair with Geometric Frame in Walnut and Leather

H 28.55 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in

1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs with Geometric Frames in Walnut and Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Lounge chairs, walnut, leather, Europe, 1970s Remarkable armchairs defined by their distinctive

Category

Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs with Geometric Frames in Walnut and Leather

H 28.55 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in

Set of Swivel Chairs on Walnut Supports by Milo Baughman, C. 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Westport, CT

A stunning set of vintage swivel chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. These

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Set of Swivel Chairs on Walnut Supports by Milo Baughman, C. 1970s

H 25 in W 32 in D 32 in

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4

By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco

Located in Vicenza, IT

manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s. They feature a walnut briar structure and a brown leather seater. Fully

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 12

By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi

Located in Vicenza, IT

manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s. They feature a walnut briar structure and a brown leather seater. Fully

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 12

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 6

By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi

Located in Vicenza, IT

manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s. They feature a walnut briar structure and a brown leather seater. Fully

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 6

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 8

By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco

Located in Vicenza, IT

manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s. They feature a walnut briar structure and a brown leather seater. Fully

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 8

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4

By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi

Located in Vicenza, IT

manufacturer Mobilgirgi in the 1970s. They feature a walnut briar structure and a black leather seater. It is

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Beech, 1970s, Set of 5

Located in Montelabbate, PU

Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Beech, 1970s, Set of 5

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Beech, 1970s, Set of 5

H 31.11 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in

Luciano Frigerio Walnut and Leather Desk Chairs, Italy 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio di Desio, Luciano Frigerio

Located in Almelo, NL

Luciano Frigerio Walnut and Leather Desk Chairs, Italy 1970s. These chairs, part of the "Norman

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Luciano Frigerio Walnut and Leather Desk Chairs, Italy 1970s

H 39.77 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Carved and Caned Walnut Dining Chairs 1970's

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1970s Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Carved Wood and Caned Dining Chairs. These are beautiful chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Carved and Caned Walnut Dining Chairs 1970's

H 40 in W 24 in D 22 in

1970s Sculptural Art Deco Chenille Walnut Curved Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Art Deci style chairs you could hope to find

Category

Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1970s Sculptural Art Deco Chenille Walnut Curved Chairs, Set of 2

H 33 in W 31 in D 32 in

Set of Swivel Lounges on Walnut Supports by Leon Rosen, C. 1970s

By Leon Rosen

Located in Westport, CT

Set of vintage swivel chairs by Leon Rosen for Pace, circa 1970s. Expertly restored by Stamford

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Set of Swivel Lounges on Walnut Supports by Leon Rosen, C. 1970s

H 25 in W 32 in D 30 in

Pair of 1970s Roger Sprunger Roll Arm Chairs for Dunbar

By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Pair of roll arm chairs designed by Roger Sprunger and manufactured by Dunbar in the 1970s. These

Category

Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Pair of 1970s Roger Sprunger Roll Arm Chairs for Dunbar

H 26 in W 38 in D 33.25 in

1970s Solid Walnut Desk Chair by John Nyquist made in California

By John Nyquist

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a rare circa 1970s swiveling desk chair that was hand crafted by John Nyquist in Long Beach

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1970s Solid Walnut Desk Chair by John Nyquist made in California

H 51 in W 30 in D 24 in

Pair of 1970s Milo Baughman Swivel-Tilt Lounge Chairs with Walnut Bases

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful pair of swivel-tilt chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1960's

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of 1970s Milo Baughman Swivel-Tilt Lounge Chairs with Walnut Bases

H 27.75 in W 28 in D 29 in

1970s Mid Century Recliner 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 1970s. This

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1970s Mid Century Recliner Chair and Ottoman Styled After Herman Miller

H 29.5 in W 32.5 in D 35.75 in

Set of Four Dining Chairs in Walnut in the Style of Scarpa, Italy 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Hellouw, NL

These dining chairs share great similarities with the designs of Afra and Tobia Scarpa and Mobil

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Four Dining Chairs in Walnut in the Style of Scarpa, Italy 1970s

H 38.59 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s

By George Nakashima

Located in Westport, CT

A vintage set of sculptural walnut lounge chairs, original from the 1970s. Reminiscent of George

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s

H 36.5 in W 28.75 in D 36 in

Mid-Century Carlo de Carli Leather lounge chair and ottoman, Italy 1970s

By Carlo De Carli, Sormani

Located in Almelo, NL

Carlo de Carli Leather lounge chair and ottoman, Italy 1970s Carlo de Carli designed a lounge

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid-Century Carlo de Carli Leather lounge chair and ottoman, Italy 1970s

H 32.68 in W 43.31 in D 39.38 in

Ward Bennett Superb Pair of Tufted Swiveling Club Chairs in Red Velvet 1970s

By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett

Located in New York, NY

Pair of swiveling tufted club chairs model no. 2084 in red velvet with recessed walnut base by Ward

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Ward Bennett Superb Pair of Tufted Swiveling Club Chairs in Red Velvet 1970s

H 32.5 in W 31 in D 30 in

Carved Wood Snake Chair "Signed"

Located in New York, NY

1970's carved walnut snake chair sculpture, in vintage original condition with some noticeable wear

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Carved Wood Snake Chair "Signed"

H 45 in W 15 in D 25 in

Lounge Chairs 'MP-81' by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

MP-81 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer, designed in the 1970s, exemplary pieces of Brazilian mid

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Lounge Chairs 'MP-81' by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s

H 33.47 in W 37.41 in D 34.65 in

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gold Velvet & Plaid Lounge Chair

Located in Elkton, MD

A mid-century modern lounge chair from the 1970s, featuring gold velvet upholstery complemented by

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gold Velvet & Plaid Lounge Chair

H 30 in W 33 in D 32 in

Vintage italian dining chairs with armrests, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Mid century walnut dining chairs in the manner of Tobia Scarpa. These chairs have a beautiful

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage italian dining chairs with armrests, 1970s

H 34.65 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Afra and Tobia Scarpa leather dining room chairs for Molteni Italy 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Almelo, NL

Afra and Tobia Scarpa leather dining room chairs for Molteni Italy 1970s Afra and Tobia Scarpa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Afra and Tobia Scarpa leather dining room chairs for Molteni Italy 1970s

H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 18.51 in

1970s Reupholstered Henredon Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Henredon

Located in Medina, OH

Mid-Century Modern sculptural dining chairs by Henredon. Chairs feature floating frames in their

Category

Antique 1870s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1970s Reupholstered Henredon Dining Chairs - Set of 4

H 41 in W 20.5 in D 24 in

1970s Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs in the Style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa

Located in London, London

Set of six dining chairs In the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut frame Original upholstery

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1970s Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs in the Style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa

H 39.38 in W 18.9 in D 18.51 in

Dunbar "Roll Armchair" with Turfted Back 1970s

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in New York, NY

"Roll Armchair" with tufted back and walnut base by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar, American, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Foam, Walnut, Upholstery

Dunbar "Roll Armchair" with Turfted Back 1970s

H 26.5 in W 38.5 in D 34.5 in

Dining Chairs 'Africa' by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy, 1970s

By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Antwerp, BE

"Africa" dining chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, crafted in the 1970s for Maxalto, a great example of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

Dining Chairs 'Africa' by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy, 1970s

H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Low Profile Lounges by Milo Baughman, C. 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Westport, CT

Fully restored Low Profile Lounges by Milo Baughman, circa 1970s. This iconic pair has been

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Polyester, Walnut

Low Profile Lounges by Milo Baughman, C. 1970s

H 24 in W 37 in D 33 in

Dining Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, 1970s, Set of 6

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Torino, IT

Set of six black lacquered wooden chairs with a rare line and design, there are no equal chairs on the market, from the style are attributable to master Tobia Scarpa, who used these ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Dining Chairs in the style of Tobia Scarpa, 1970s, Set of 6

H 33.08 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in

Mid-century leather and wood armchairs , Italy 1970s

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District

design, showcasing the raw beauty of solid walnut paired with luxurious materials. The chairs feature

Category

Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-century leather and wood armchairs , Italy 1970s

H 29.93 in W 35.44 in D 32.68 in

Monumental "Largo" Chair in curved walnut, Emmemobili, Italy 1970s

By Emmemobili, Vittorio Nobili

Located in Argelato, BO

Monumental armchair in curved walnut wood, model "Largo" in the style of Vittorio Nobili, Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Monumental "Largo" Chair in curved walnut, Emmemobili, Italy 1970s

H 27 in W 37.5 in D 25.5 in

1970s Karim Rashid Sculptural Walnut Lounge Wave Chair Chaise

By Karim Rashid

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, wood chaise you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful chaise is statement piec...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

1970s Karim Rashid Sculptural Walnut Lounge Wave Chair Chaise

H 30 in W 75 in D 30 in

Set of 4 1970s Walnut Knoll Bill Stephens Arm Chairs

By Knoll

Located in Medina, OH

Set of four walnut 1970s Knoll Bill Stephens arm chairs in their original fabric. These chairs are

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of 4 1970s Walnut Knoll Bill Stephens Arm Chairs

H 32 in W 23.5 in D 23 in

Pair of "Petit" Easy Chairs by DUX, 1970s

By Folke Ohlsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Beautiful pair of Swedish easy chairs, produced in Sweden 1960s. beechwood and fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of "Petit" Easy Chairs by DUX, 1970s

H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in

American Studio Craft Chair, 1970s

Located in Surprise, AZ

Artisan made tall chair. Slab walnut seat, turned legs, in very good condition. Made in the 1970s.

Category

20th Century North American American Craftsman Chairs

Materials

Walnut

American Studio Craft Chair, 1970s

H 37.5 in W 20 in D 18 in

1970s California Studio Baluba Chiefs Chair

Located in San Francisco, CA

Constructed of solid oak, cherry and walnut is this studio made Baluba "Chief's" chair

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Oak, Walnut

1970s California Studio Baluba Chiefs Chair

H 46 in W 14 in D 47 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Maastricht, NL

chairs are made of a walnut frame with curved armrests and a black leather upholstery with a loose

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s

H 29.53 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Klismos Chair, Italy 1970s

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Lambertville, NJ

century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Klismos Chair, Italy 1970s

H 35 in W 21 in D 30 in

Pair of Giorgetti Armchairs Gallery Collection, Made in Italy, 1970s

By Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Enschede, Overijssel

Rare Classic Italian set of carved wood armchairs by Giorgetti with original velvet upholstery. We have a similar set of Giorgetti armchairs in the exact same fabric. This set sh...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Giorgetti Armchairs Gallery Collection, Made in Italy, 1970s

H 27.56 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Pair of Giorgetti Armchairs Gallery Collection, Made in Italy 1970s

By Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Enschede, Overijssel

two chairs. Same upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Giorgetti Armchairs Gallery Collection, Made in Italy 1970s

H 27.56 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Imposing Modernist Pair of Leather and Walnut Club Chairs, Italy 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Italy, 1970s A massive, voluptuously comfortable pair of geometric club chairs in walnut and black

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Imposing Modernist Pair of Leather and Walnut Club Chairs, Italy 1970s

H 31.5 in W 43 in D 25 in

A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Design lounge chairs, Italy 1970s

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England

Pair of Italian Mid-Century armchairs newly upholstered in a cream linen. Italy 1970s. The seat and

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Design lounge chairs, Italy 1970s

H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 26.78 in

French 1970s Walnut Chairs with Silk Chenille Upholstery

Located in Aspen, CO

French 1970s walnut chairs with silk chenille upholstery, completely restored. Base and detailed

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

French 1970s Walnut Chairs with Silk Chenille Upholstery

H 29 in W 24 in D 29 in

Ward Bennett Chenille Velvet 1970’s Walnut Chairs

By Ward Bennett

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Pair of Ward Bennett chairs for Brickel circa early 1970s. These examples have solid walnut trim

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Ward Bennett Chenille Velvet 1970’s Walnut Chairs

H 32.5 in W 23 in D 20 in

1970's French Pair of Chairs Walnut with Brushed Cotton Upholstery

Located in Aspen, CO

1970's French Pair of Chairs Walnut with Brushed Cotton Upholstery

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Silk

1970's French Pair of Chairs Walnut with Brushed Cotton Upholstery

H 39 in Dm 40 in

1970's Milo Baughman Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Southampton, NJ

design center in the 1970's. Walnut swivel bases. Easy to clean.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Naugahyde

1970's Milo Baughman Swivel Lounge Chairs

H 26 in W 29 in D 19 in

Set of 10 Bruno Rey 1970s Chairs - Switzerland early 1970's - Ipso Facto

Located in New York, NY

Set of 10 Bruno Rey 1970's chairs these chairs are stackable for maximum space gain some surface

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Set of 10 Bruno Rey 1970s Chairs - Switzerland early 1970's - Ipso Facto

H 33.5 in W 17 in D 17 in

1970's Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Walnut Tuft Case/ Club Lounge Chair

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This fabulous mid century chair is crafted with a walnut frame manufactured by lane from the early

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

1970's Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Walnut Tuft Case/ Club Lounge Chair

H 24 in W 36.5 in D 34 in

1970´S Spanish Solid Walnut Dining Table with Eight Chairs and Two Pedestals

Located in BILBAO, ES

measures 220 x 110 x75 cm and the chairs 110 x 45 x45 Solid and very elegant walnut with two neoclassical

Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1970´S Spanish Solid Walnut Dining Table with Eight Chairs and Two Pedestals

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 86.62 in

Pair of Mobil Girgi Walnut and Leather Lounge Chairs, Italian 1970's

By Mobil Girgi

Located in New York, NY

A pair of walnut and leather lounge chairs by Mobil Girgi, made in the 1970's, Italy. Stamped

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Mobil Girgi Walnut and Leather Lounge Chairs, Italian 1970's

H 32.5 in W 40 in D 34 in

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1970s Walnut Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1970s walnut chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1970s walnut chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and fabric. 1970s walnut chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1970s walnut chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small 1970s walnut chairs measuring 14 inches across. Many 1970s walnut chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Milo Baughman and Maxalto produced popular 1970s walnut chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are 1970s Walnut Chairs?

1970s walnut chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,606, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $62,000.

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 1970s Walnut Chairs

What was worn in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
Are the 1970s mid-century?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Were sequins popular in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Was velvet used in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
What is 1970s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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