Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Otto Zapf For Knoll Black High Back Leather Desk Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Also referred as the pillow chair Otto Zapf conceived this chair originally for Knoll. It’s an executive chair with tilt and swivel functions but serves as a lounge chair also, espec...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1970s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic desk or office chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Extremely comfortable with soft black leather. Chair sits above a four star base, with chrome and black plastic acc...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Chrome, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Henrik Tengler Time Chair Frame: Black, Upholstery: Lime For One Collection
The Time Chair, designed by Henrik Tengler in 2012, is a dynamic and comfortable conference chair. Its d...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange. This leather executive desk chair has swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in working condition...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Herman Miller Eames Red Time Life Executive Office Chair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1970s Herman Miller Eames Red Time Life Executive Office Chair
Label present
Preowned vintage condition Patina and rust pr...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Metal
Pr. Mid Century High Back Lounge Office Armchairs by Dellwood Furniture c 1970s
By George Nelson, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish Mid Century high back office, or lounge ,chairs - made in the USA by the Dellwood Furniture United Chair Division, circa 1970's. The chairs feature squared bright chrome frames with floating wood armrests, and unusual sculptural curved high backs. Stylistically reminiscent of the iconic Nelson paddle arm chairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Italian Leather Office Chair Set by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
Presenting an expertly restored set of three Osvaldo Borsani office chairs, including an executive model and two visitor chairs. Each chair has been meticulously refurbished with new...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage 50s Boomerang Desk Chair by Carlo Ratti
By Carlo Ratti
Located in Rome, IT
Italian-designed '' Boomerang '' Desk Chair by Carlo Ratti. This modern and playful chair exudes joy with its colorful and cheerful Skai upholstery in or...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid Century Modern Desk Chair By Johnson Chair Company C. 1950’s
Located in Bernville, PA
Mid Century Modern Desk Chair By Johnson Chair Company C. 1950’s. Finished in a beautiful bleach walnut with a burnt brown leather seat. Some wear to the lea...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Studio BBPR Design Chairs for Arflex with Iron Frame
By Studio BBPR, Arflex
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting iconic vintage chair designed by the renowned studio BBPR for Arflex, originating from the enchanting 1950s. These timeless classics radiate a unique charm that promises t...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Iron
Executive Desk Chair, Terni series, Designed by Ico & Louisa Parisi for MIM
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful and very comfortable executive desk chair from the Terni series designed by Ico e Louisa Parisi and manufactured by MIM Roma, Italy 1970s. This chair has an aluminium star ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Leather, Wood
Eames Time Life Chair in Olive Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a subtle touch of color to your office with this stunning Eames Time Life Chair in a bright olive leather for Herman Miller. Leather is supple and vibrant, with some wear as show...
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1980s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret Chandigarh Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A classic desk chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret, originally created for the iconic Chandigarh project in India during the 1960s. Crafted from solid teak, this chair features Jeanne...
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1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Vintage Brown Soft Pad Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic vintage Eames for Herman Miller vintage soft pad chair in brown leather circa 2000. Adjustable tilt and height with manual lift. These authen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Brown Soft Pad Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic vintage Eames for Herman Miller vintage soft pad chair in brown leather circa 2000. Adjustable tilt and height with manual lift. These authen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Swivel Chair
By Knoll, Don Pettit
Located in Hanover, MA
Much rarer than the side chair version of this design, the desk chair variation of Pettit’s 1105 chair for Knoll International sits on four wheels and a central post that allows the...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Bentwood
Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Tall Executive Leather Chair in Olive Green
Located in Wilton, CT
HARD TO FIND COLOR. Authentic Herman Miller Eames Tall Executive Soft Pad Olive Green Leather Chair. These chairs designed by Charles and Ra...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Original Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Upholstered Fiberglass Arm Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Charles and Ray Eames DAX swivel padded arm shell chair in two-tone with dark gray exposed fiberglass shell. Rusty orange woven wool fabric cover, black piping, four-star aluminium b...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid 20th Century Charles Pollack for Knoll Upholstered Executive Office Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Charles Pollack for Knoll Furniture Upholstered Executive rolling and tilting Office Chair. Great functionality and very comfortable.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair
By Steelcase
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair. Measures 24" in width, 24" in depth and 36" in height. Seat height is 19" and armheight 27.5". Seat interior width i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Fabricius and Kastholm Black High Back Bird Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964
Located in Vienna, AT
Fabricius and Kastholm Black High Back Bird Desk Chair Swivel Base FK 6725, 1964- Original midcentury black leather desk chair (seat height 19") designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Office Chairs by André Vandenbeuck for Arflex, Italy, 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of office armchairs designed by André Vandenbeuck in 1960's and produced by Arflex, Italy. Rare swivel desk version in original tan leather, wood arms and polished steel bases.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Max Stacker Conference Office Chairs by Steelcase, 1970s
By Steelcase
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Max Max-Stacker office conference room chairs by Steelcase in iconic orange. These comfortable lounge or desk chairs f...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Walnut & Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Lafayette, IN
As seen on the Apple TV limited series "Lessons in Chemistry" These actual chairs were featured in several pivotal scenes in the conference room at Hastings L...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Guido Faleschini for Mariani MCM Big Italian Leather Executive Desk Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Guido Faleschini for Mariani Mid Century "Big" Italian Leather Executive Desk Chair
This chair measures: 30.5 wide x 29 deep x 46.5 inches high, with a seat height of 20.5 and arm h...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Leather Executive Office Chair DS 35 De Sede
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century leather executive office chair DS 35 - De Sede. Very heavy and very comfortable leather office chair. Height is adjustable and tilts back has aluminum base with casters. ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Industrial 3-Piece Office Set with Desk by Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Lafayette, IN
Three pieces of iconic mid-century industrial design combine to complete this fantastic home-office suite.
- Simmons dresser/desk (by renowned designer Norman Bel Geddes)
- Goof Form desk chair
- Dazor desk lamp...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Brown Leather Eames Soft Pad Chairs, A Pair, Herman Miller, 1970's
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have a stunning pair of early edition Eames Soft Pad Chairs, upholstered in the dreamiest chocolate brown leather. Designed by the iconic duo, Charles and Ray ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Stow Davis Mid-Century Modern Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, Circa 1960s
By Stow Davis
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful and very comfortable Mid-Century Modern executive leather swivel desk chair
By Stow Davis
USA, Circa 1960s
Gorgeous ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
Located in Lafayette, IN
Arguably one of the most elegant desk chair designs from the mid-century era, this Morrison/Hannah design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a cur...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
A beautiful high back softpad office chair by Charles Eames for Vitra
By Vitra
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful high back softpad office chair by Charles Eames for Vitra, circa 1990s. Chair model Ea-219 in the butteriest black leather. Has both tilt function and height adjustment ...
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1990s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Planula Swivel Desk Chairs by Perry King and Santiago Miranda, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Planula desk chairs, Perry King and Santiago Miranda for Planula, attributed to Ettore Sottsass, Italy, 1970s, set of 2.
These rare office chairs have a very distinct aesthetic that...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Spage Age Smoked Plexi Glass Swivel Desk Chair, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful vintage modern smoked lucite desk arm chair and a swivel base. The thick padded seating covered in white leather and sculpted design add to the Midcentury Spage age...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Arne Jacobsen 3117 Office Chair by Fritz Hansen Turqouise Faux Leather
Located in München, BY
Early Mid-Century Modern office chair model 3117 with the rare four rolls base and adjustable height. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Produced arround 1960.
Executed i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Swivel Desk Chairs "Terni" by Ico Parisi for MIM Rome Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
This elegant and incredibly comfortable pair of executive desk chairs from the Terni series was designed by Ico and Louisa Parisi and manufactured by MIM Roma, Italy, in 1960. Each c...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad in Mocha Mousse Brown Leather
Located in Wilton, CT
Rare Authentic Vintage Herman Miller Aluminum Group Executive Chair in Original Mocha Mousse Brown Leather. There are several available in this unusual Mocha Brown Leather color, which is in good condition and very soft. Coincidentally Extremely comfortable and adjustable for height and tilt. This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height brown leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. An iconic classic mid century modern office chair first introduced in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames as the luxury model of the 1958 Aluminum Group line. This management height chair features supple brown leather upholstery, polished aluminum five-star swivel base, armrests and rolling casters. The comfortable, contoured ergonomic design features thick, plush cushions and a 360 degree smooth swivel seat with manual adjustable height and backrest tilt. These authentic Herman Miller vintage chairs...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Eames Management Chairs in Grey Fabric Upholstery c. 1980 - 1990s 4 Available
Located in New York, NY
Sharp set of 4 Eames aluminum group management chairs in gray fabric, with cast aluminum frames. The chairs are all in great, original, clean and ready to use condition, all are mark...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chair in Dark Green Leather
Located in New York, NY
Unusual dark green leather Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chair, Model EA435, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.
Their design features a cast aluminum f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Chairs by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s, Set of 24
Located in Antwerp, BE
A high quality of curved laminated wooden stacking chairs with woven wool upholstery in olive green.
Set of 24 stacking chairs available, price ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Vintage Plona Folding Chair in Smoked Acrylic by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early Plona desk/accent chair composed of a molded smoked acrylic seat and foldable aluminum frame designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli (ca. 1970, Italy).
Collapsible/stackable...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Ico Parisi for MIM Roma Swiwel Chair, Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Naples, IT
Office chair by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma, a timeless masterpiece of mid-century Italian design. This office chair from Ico Parisi's renowned Terni series was made in 1958. Made of wal...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Office Chair by Sedus, 1960s Switzerland
By Sedus
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
An incredibly fascinating mid century design.
The cut of the armrests, the curved backrest and the great wooden feet. The mix of materials of metal, wood and fabric is very well ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1975 Knoll Executive Pollock Chrome, Tufted Black Leather Office Chair w/Casters
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Basel, BS
Original 4 leg base (Sought after!!) BLACK Leather and chrome Mid Century Vintage Knoll Pollock chair--RARE beauty-- from the era of the height of the creation of both stunningly gre...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Herman Miller Aluminum Group Management White Mesh Desk Chairs
Located in Wilton, CT
In 1958 Ray and Charles Eames designed their famous Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair. These particular White Mesh Aluminum Group Desk Chairs were made in the early 2000's with ...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Italian Swivel Chairs by Ico & Luisa Parisi for Mim, 1960 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Husband-and-wife team Ico and Luisa Parisi designed together and alongside each other in their studio La Ruota in Como, Italy. With a look that epitomized the modern Italian ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Italian Bordeaux Leather & Wood Open Arm Turning Office Desk Chair
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern leather and solid wood office desk chair.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Charles & Ray Eames Black Leather Executive Desk Chair by Herman Miller
Located in Dronten, NL
Executive office chair, model EA117, in the USA known as EA335, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Backrest and seat in black leather, both front and rear. Frame, a...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Dark Brown Leather Soft Pad Management Chair by Eames
Located in Wilton, CT
The Herman Miller Soft Pad in Dark Brown Leather Management Height Office Chair was designed by Ray and Charles Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller in 1969. They are constructed ...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Charles and Ray Eames Contract Base Arm Chair by Herman Miller
Located in Dronten, NL
Swiveling parchment fiberglass arm chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.
Original desirable 1960s version.
Swiveling and height adjustable, marked Herman Miller ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
English style swivel-base “captain” desk chair, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1850 / desk chair / wood and metal / English / antique
An English wooden swivel and rocking captains desk chair, made around 1850. Fabulous form with finely turned spindle back, shaped arm supports and decorative seat panel. The chair swivels at a consistent height but it features a mechanism that allows the height of the chair to be adjusted.
The ergonomic design of the chair ensures maximum comfort and support, allowing you to work or relax for extended periods without any discomfort. The wooden back and arms are expertly carved and polished to perfection. Elevate your workspace with this wooden office chair...
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1850s Belgian Antique Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Office Chair, early 1900s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Rare Office chair, Made in Italy, early 1900s.
The frame of this chair is stained beech while the seat is ORIGINAL cracchè leather of the time. The seat is supported by a CONTINUOUS...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Kurt Olsen Leather Chair
Located in London, GB
Classic Scandinavian armchair, desk or occasional accent chair by Kurt Olsen. Designed by Olsen for for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Smooth sculptural wooden frame that has its ori...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair in Brown Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll leather executive chair redone in medium brown color. This executive desk chair has a swivel base with adjustable height. Swivel base with all wheel...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
Located in Wilton, CT
Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of the Time Life building in New York City. This luxurious vintage chair made by Herman Miller in the 1980's...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Set of 6 Swivel Tilt Office Desk Dining Chairs After Saarinen C. 1970s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of six vintage swivel, tilt office, desk, or dining chairs in original commercial grade tweed fabric. The chairs feature a supple formed upholstery seat and back, on ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Italian Brown Leather and Chrome Armchairs, 1980s, Set of Five
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Italian brown leather and chrome armchairs, 1980s, set of five.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
11 Swivel Tilt Desk Dining Swivel Tilt Chairs by Ward Bennet for Brickel
Located in New York, NY
Incredible desk, office, or even dining chairs, designed by Ward Bennett, for Brickel Associates, circa 1960's. The chairs features supple leather seats, and backs , with a curvaceou...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage leather desk for office chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll. In good vintage condition. All wheels work as does swivel base. Height adjusta...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid-century Modern office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage office chairs and desk chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern office chairs and desk chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original office chairs and desk chairs, popular names associated with this style include Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Knoll, and Charles Pollock. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for office chairs and desk chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $150,900 while the average work can sell for $1,928.