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Vintage French Industrial Steel Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Vintage Industrial Slatted Chairs, France, c. 20th Century.
Category
20th Century French Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
XXL Late 70S French Artist Made Steel Throne Chair
Located in London, GB
A super sculptural French artist made steel “throne” chair.
Clean design with heavily patinated
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Steel
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France
These are very rare leather and
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Four Rattan & Black Enameled Steel Chairs by Lucien Carrier - France 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Set of four rattan basket chairs. Black lacquered steel feet. Feet have been repainted. These
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.71 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Six Rush and Lacquered Steel Chairs by Colette Gueden - France 1950's
By Colette Gueden
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of six chairs by Colette Gueden. The iconic French designer behind the "Primavera
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 38.19 in W 16.93 in D 16.54 in
Set of Four Modernist Steel and Leather Cantilever Chairs, France, circa 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Set of four modernist steel and leather chairs, France, circa 1970.
Clean, cantilever steel frame
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30 in W 19 in D 17 in
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and bent wood.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Two available; priced individually.
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and
Category
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Iconic Peter Hvidt Boomerang Chair for France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, France & Søn
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
name to the model, rest gently on thin steel legs, fitting perfectly in any space.
These chairs come
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix Steel Chairs French c1950s Original Paint '1500' Available Both New Used
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic set of (6) tolix steel stacking chairs circa 1950s made by hand in Europe, some with the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33.63 in W 17.5 in D 19.5 in
French Mid-Century Red Leather and Steel Chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in MIlano, IT
French mid-century red leather and steel chair by Jean Prouvé for Tecta, 1980s
Chair with steel
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 40.56 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen Moduline Lounge Chairs by France & Son
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen, France & Søn
Located in Highland, IN
These handsome leather Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen "Moduline" lounge chairs are as comfortable as they are
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
6 Sigvard Bernadotte H-line chairs in brushed steel, Walnut and leather
By France & Søn, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Highclere, Newbury
brushed steel frames and solid Walnut arms for France & Son.
Designed in the 1960s by the renowned
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 22.84 in
French Metal Desk Chair by René Malaval "Radar" Chair
By Rene Malaval
Located in Los Angeles, CA
René Malaval for Bloc Metal
France, post war
This vintage metal side chair will add wonderful
Category
Vintage 1940s French Chairs
Materials
Steel
Chair in Gold Steel and Gold Velvet customizable
By Studio Tawla
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Chair Matrice is a subtle steel corset that compresses a soft and comfortable material; a nice
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Mesh And Stainless Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Mesh And Stainless Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha.
Dimensions
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Other
Pair of Steel and Gilt Metal Hall Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
An attractive pair of steel and gilt metal side chairs with black leather seats. Sold in pairs
Category
Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Steel
Bau Rouge Contemporary Chair in Steel and Stone Sheet
Located in London, GB
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The chair is manufactured and assembled by our artisans in France.
Dimension: 77 x 89 x 84 cm H
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
French Mid Century Plastic String Chair with Tubular Steel Frame
By Woodard Furniture Co., Philippe Starck
Located in New York, NY
Stylish mid century side chair having a tubular steel frame and plastic string wrap upholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Felix Aublet Chair in Red Tubular Steel and Striped Fabric, France, 1935
By Felix Aublet
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Felix Aublet
France, 1935
Chair with structure in red tubular steel and fabric seat.
H 90 x W 50
Category
Vintage 1930s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 1950s French Steel and Brass Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand-casted steel and brass dining chairs
Star motif seatback.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Steel, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A remarkable set of four dining chairs in excellent condition. The organic steel frame goes hand in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Taupe Grey And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Taupe Grey And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Paprika Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Paprika Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Beige Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Beige Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Turquoise Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Turquoise Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Natural Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Natural Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Gold Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Gold Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Beige Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Beige Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Natural Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Natural Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Steel Armchairs, France, circa 1970
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A very stylish set of armchairs, steel with leather seat cushion.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Tubular Steel Chair with Green Fabric
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-Century Modern tubular steel chair with green fabric.
By unknown manufacturer from France
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Macassar Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Macassar Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Whisky Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Whisky Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Terracota Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Terracota Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Cognac Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Cognac Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Terracota Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Terracota Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Cognac Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Cognac Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Macassar Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Macassar Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano White Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano White Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Black Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Black Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano White Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano White Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Whisky Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Whisky Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paul Legeard 8 chairs stainless steel wool bouclé 1970
By Paul Legeard
Located in Paris, IDF
This set of eight chairs, crafted from stainless steel, was designed by the French designer Paul
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Post Modern Oak & Yellow Steel Small Sculptural Chair, France 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Post modern tripod chair in yellow enameled steel with an oak seat and accents.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Bonded Leather and Steel Modern Dining Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Bonded leather and steel modern dining chair.
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arturo Pani Prototype Steel and Lucite Chairs
By Arturo Pani, Omar Chacon
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Prototype steel and acrylic chairs by Arturo Pani.
Arturo Pani was one of the most
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Taupe Grey Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Taupe Grey Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Olive Grey Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Olive Grey Canvas And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Olive Grey Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Olive Grey Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Blue Grey Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Blue Grey Canvas And Phospated Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen Six Chairs in Steel
By Guy Lefevre, Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen six chairs in steel. circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Handcrafted Matrice Chair in Gold Steel and Blue Velvet
By Studio Tawla
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Matrice side chair is a steel corset compressing a velvet fleece, an organic, carnal form
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Metal
Paulistano VVN Natural Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano VVN Natural Leather And Black Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano VVN Natural Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano VVN Natural Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paulistano Black Matt Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Located in Geneve, CH
Paulistano Black Matt Leather And White Steel Chair by Objekto
Designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
Category
20th Century French Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
Category
20th Century French Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of 1950s French "Gazelle" Chairs in Wicker & Steel, Style of Jacques Adnet
By Charlotte Perriand, Jacques Adnet
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of graceful 1950s French armchairs in rattan wicker and tubular steel, in the style of
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 22.05 in D 25.99 in
Tolix Set of (4) Authentic Vintage Red Steel Stacking Chairs Made in France
Located in Chicago, IL
French Set of (4) Authentic Vintage Tolix steel chairs. Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs have been hand
Category
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33.5 in W 17.5 in D 19 in
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French Steel Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of French steel chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique French steel chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and animal skin. We have 632 antique and vintage French steel chairs in-stock, while there are 67 modern editions to choose from as well. French steel chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of French steel chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial French steel chairs are of considerable interest. Many French steel chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Tolix, Pierre Paulin and Maison Jansen produced popular French steel chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are French Steel Chairs?
French steel chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,959, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $117,068.
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 French Steel Chairs
- What are French chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a French-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What is a French berère chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
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