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Office Chairs and Desk Chairs For Sale
Rare Ahrend de Cirkel Burgundy Swivel Rolling Office Chair 1930s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Handsome Ahrend de Cirkel model ''KIngpin'' red corduroy rolling office chair with on burgundy enameled meal frame with black leather arm rests and chrome accents. In original condit...
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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
FK85 Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Fabricius & Kastholm Kill International 1960s
Located in Aachen, NW
This fine example of the FK85 lounge chair with ottoman was designed by Jorgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius in the early 60s and produced by Kill International in the late 1960s.
Th...
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1960s German Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Herman Miller Tilt and Swivel Classic Office Desk Aeron Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A classic and very comfortable tilting and swiveling Aeron office desk chair
By Herman Miller
USA, 1990s
Measures: 26.5"W x 26"D x 40"H. Arm and seat heights are adjustable.
Very...
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1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1974 Charles Pollock Executive Chair for Knoll
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Two incredible Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chairs in a rare cranberry-red mohair, labeled and dated 1974. These are midcentury modern classics, super comfortable and in stell...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Aluminum Leather Desk Chair, 1990
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful and elegant Mod. "Soft Pad" Eames desk/office executive chair with soft padding from the Eames Aluminium Group series by Herman Miller. Perfection of the classic and understated design of Charles and Ray Eames. Executed in black leather and aluminum. This model has all the extras, including adjustable height, tilt mechanism, with swivel and rolling base. Stamped and signed with manufacturer's mark and labels. All screws, caps, wheel and knobs are present. In good condition, with even color and no tears in the upholstery. Slight wear on leather , typical of any Eames desk chair.
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1990s Central American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
EA208 Eames, Herman Miller soft pad swivel office char
Located in Leicester, GB
Great example of the EA208, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1969.
Manufactured by Herman Miller USA 1973-75
Fixed seat height
Swivel Seat on a 4 star aluminium frame. Some light...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
EA208 Eames, Herman Miller soft pad swivel office char
Located in Leicester, GB
Great example of the EA208, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1969.
Manufactured by Herman Miller USA between 1973-75
Fixed seat height
Swivel Seat on a 4 star aluminium frame. So...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mariani Wing Executive Office Chair by Luca Scacchetti Italy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mariani Wing Executive Office chair, Collection Wing.
i 4 Mariani WING Swivel high-back executive chair with 5-spoke base by Desig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Bert England for Stow Davis Swivel Desk Chairs c 1970's pair available
Located in New York, NY
High end swivel desk chairs designed by Bert England for Stow Davis, circa 1970's. The chairs feature heavy bright steel frames, bases and legs, with original fabric upholstered back...
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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
De Coene Frères Art Déco swivel desk chair.. Belgium 1930s.
Located in Köln, NW
Art Déco swivel armchair / deskchair by De Coene Frères . Belgium 1930s.
The deskchair is in the original condition of the thirties.
The upholstery is good, no cracks in the leather ...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm patinated leather armchair for Kill Int.
Located in Almelo, NL
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm patinated leather armchair for Kill International, Denmark / Germany, 1968
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm designed this beautifully patina...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1930s Oak Desk Reclining Chair in Green Leather, Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- new leather upholstery
- high of seat 43 cm
Category
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Eames Time Life Chair in Tan Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Eames Time Life chair for Herman Miller in tan leather with a polished aluminum frame and legs. Originally designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames for use in the lobby of t...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Soft Pad Office Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, US, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charles and Ray Eames softpad office chair, produced by Herman Miller. This distinguished chair, crafted as the original USA edition for Herman Miller, features a sleek black leather seat and backrest, complemented by a chrome frame and armrests. An extension of the iconic Aluminum Group chairs, designed in 1958 for the Irwin Miller home, the Soft Pad Group retains the structural integrity of its predecessor while introducing plush cushions for enhanced comfort. Its 5-star base with casters, tilt-swivel mechanism, and seat-height adjustment ensure functionality and versatility, making it ideal for executive or office use. The Eames soft pad executive chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Bauhaus Skaala Fabric & Chrome Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro, 1980s, Set of 4
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four Skaala chairs was designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for the Finnish Avarte manufacture during the 1980s. Due to their modern and minimal look, they will easily find their place in the living room or office. The Skaala chair perfectly reflects Kukkapuro's love for ergonomic furniture. This innovative combination of aesthetics and functionality refers to idea from Bauhaus school. The frame is made of chrome-plated goldish metal. The seat and backrest are upholstered with high-quality gray fabric, and additional armrests are made of birch plywood.
Yrjö Kukkapuro is a Finnish furniture designer. He is the important person of Finnish functionalism. He has mainly been working as a freelance designer since the 1950s, and most of the furniture he designed early in his career is still in production. "Does it make sense to design a chair that is not comfortable to sit on?" - this is one of Kukkapuro's favorite sayings, which perfectly reflects the designer's love of ergonomic furniture. His designs aim at a subtle balance between functionality and aesthetics - a perfect example of this is the Karuselli chair by Artek and other iconic designs such as the Saturnus table, the Skaala chair, the Remmi series, and the Ateljee armchair and sofa. In his career, Kukkapuro has received many national and international awards - incl. Lunning Prize in 1966, First Prize at the International Chair Design Competition in Italy in 1972 and the Kaj Franck Design Prize in 1995. His works are permanently present in museums around the world, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, MoMA in New York and Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany.
Avarte was established as a continuation of the family company Haimi. In 1980, Haimi employees acquired the company for themselves and changed the company name to Avarte. Haimi was a Finnish furniture manufacturer founded in 1943 that was especially known as the producer of Yrjö Kukkapuro designs. Avarte continued to manufacture furniture until 2013, when the company ha been ceased. In addition to Yrjö Kukkapuro's designs, Avarte also produced furniture designed by Samula Naamanka, Mikko Paakkanen and Simo Heikkilä...
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1980s Finnish Bauhaus Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Industrial Swivel Tilt Armless Desk Chair by Harter Corporation 1930/40
Located in New York, NY
Classic Industrial Tanker style swivel desk chair by the Harter Corporation, circa 1930 - 1940. The chair features a stylish propellor style base w...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Office Chair EA216 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, Germany, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charles and Ray Eames EA216 softpad office chair, produced by Vitra. This distinguished chair boasts a sleek black leather seat and backrest, complemented ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s Danish Teak Desk Chair , Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Desk ‘Bird’ Chair by Preben Fabricius for Alfred Kill
Located in Stamford, CT
A Bird chair by Jorgen Kastholm and Preben Fabricius for Alfred Kill. This desk chair model has the rarer Casters. Newly recovered in black Sorensen leather.
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Georgian Armchair Green Leather Seat, English Hepplewhite circa 1785
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good quality English armchair from the George III, Hepplewhite period, made circa 1785.
The hardwood, possibly red walnut, frame has a camel back with a well carved centra...
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Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Stow Davis Mid-Century Modern Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chairs, Set of Four
By Stow Davis
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful and very comfortable set of four Mid-Century Modern executive leather swivel desk chairs
By Stow Davis
USA, Circa 196...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Danish Modern Adjustable Desk Chair Jørgen Rasmussen for Labofa
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple yet very elegant rolling desk office chair in restored condition with all new upholstery and white leather. Chrome will be polished before shipping. Designer is Jørgen Rasmuss...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
11 Fine French 1940s Oak Armchairs by Jacques Quinet (price is per chair)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jacques Quinet (1918 - 1992) - Eleven fine French 1940s solid oak desk armchairs or dining chairs.
Provenance: Reading room of the library of Rouen.
Price is per chair
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
Ten EA 208 Eames Tan Leather Soft Pad All Group Office Chairs by Vitra
Located in Dronten, NL
The Aluminum Group chairs by Charles & Ray Eames are among the most important designs of the 20th Century. Their original design from the 1950s is still relevant today, giving interi...
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Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Gordon Russell Mid Century Bauhaus Style Teak and Chrome Office chair
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Gordon Russell Mid Century Bauhaus Style Teak and Chrome Office chair, reupholstered in a Boucle style off white fabric. Classic Minimalistc Mid Century Design. Teak Arms and Back wi...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
oak office chair
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Oak office chair. Completely in original condition. Height adjustable and with rocking mechanism. Completely in original condition. Wheels have been replaced for practical use. Stand...
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Early 1900s Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
Erik Kirkegaard 1960s Danish Rosewood Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
Erik Kirkegaard - Compass Desk Chair, c1960s
A rare and highly sought-after desk chair by Erik Kirkegaard, produced by Hong Stolefabrik in Denmark, circa 1956. The curved back provi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Adjustable Desk Office Chair by Charles Pollock
Located in Brussels , BE
Adjustable height that goes from 50cm to 91cm.
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20th Century American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Oxford Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1980s
Located in Milano, IT
Swivel chair made of aluminum, foam, and fabric upholstery.
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Sedia in legno di noce, 1950s, Scuola Milanese
Located in Quarrata, IT
Sedia con struttura in legno di noce e seduta in velluto beige.
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1950s Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Danish modern black office chair Oxford by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2004
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish modern black office chair Oxford by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2004
Office chair mod. Oxford on wheels. The seat and backrest are covere...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Blue Fabric Model 3291 Oxford Office Chair
Located in London, GB
Arne Jacobsen was commissioned to design St. Catherine's College in Oxford in 1963, which included the furniture and surrounding landscape. Seen as one of his most outstanding projec...
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1980s European Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning mid Victorian Ships Swivel armchair on a solid cast iron base with Lion head detailing
A very good looking and decorati...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut Side Chair or Desk Chair, Leather
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This very sturdy mid-twentieth century French Louis XVI style walnut side chair features rosettes on the die joints and classic tapered fluted legs. Upholstered in green leather with...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Up to 8 Midcentury Pelle Stacking Chairs by ICF
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Incredible set of 8 stackable chairs by ICF (sold separately) . Designed by Toyoda Hiroyuki. Thick black leather covering a heavily chromed b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Stunning EA217 Eames Chair In "White Snow" Leather By Vitra
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning Eames chair by Vitra, of recent manufacture, in a delightful full white “snow“ leather upholstery. The white contrasts magnificently with the...
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Early 2000s Swiss Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Blue Fabric Model 3291 Oxford Office Chair
Located in London, GB
Arne Jacobsen was commissioned to design St. Catherine's College in Oxford in 1963, which included the furniture and surrounding landscape. Seen as one of his most outstanding projec...
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1980s European Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid Century Modern Office Chair with arms by Saarinen for Knoll. Circa 1970s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Office Chair with arms by Saarinen for Knoll. Circa 1970s
Feature the original hunter green twill upholstery and casters for easy mobility.
The chair smoo...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Twill, Upholstery
Time life chair Herman Miller Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
TimeLife Chair Herman Miller designed by Charles Eames
Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Style: Mid-Century M...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage German Bauhaus Icon Black Leather & Chrome S33 Chair by Mart Stam, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This S33 chair by Mart Stam is a design icon from 1926. It was produced by the German Thonet manufactory. Our piece comes from the 1960s. It is the first can...
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1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Stunning EA217 Eames Chair In "White Snow" Leather By Vitra
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning Eames chair by Vitra, of recent manufacture, in a delightful full white “snow“ leather upholstery. The white contrasts magnificently with the...
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Early 2000s Swiss Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Antique English Solid Mahogany and Leather Desk Chair, Circa 1820.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Solid Mahogany and Leather Desk Chair, Circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Don Pettit for Knoll #1105 Bentwood Armchairs Set of Five
By Knoll
Located in Weymouth, MA
Set of five bentwood office chairs by Don Pettit for Knoll International with tag and label. With original orange fabric and cushions (stiff).
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
MCM Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Terra Cotta Leather Management Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Eames aluminum group management chair.
A timeless design classic and contemporary with innovative comfort features.
One of Herman Miller most po...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Office Chair EA217 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, United States, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charles and Ray Eames EA217 softpad office chair, produced by Vitra. This distinguished chair boasts a sleek black leather seat and backrest, complemented ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Regency Hickory Chair Co. Cane Barrel Back Club Chairs Having Lithe Legs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful matched pair of cane barrel back club chairs with lithe front legs by Hickory Chair Co. having beautiful, supple original leat...
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1960s American Regency Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Victorian Style Maple, Leather and Brass Nail Studded Leather Office Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Victorian Style Maple , Black Leather and Brass Nail Studded Rolling, 360 degree revolving and tilting Office Chair. Adjustable seat height. Measures 24.5" in width, 24" in depth...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Hans Wegner Valet Chair by PP Møbler, Denmark, Pine and teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner's iconic valet chair takes his abilities in design, scaling, proportion and craftsmanship to their limits. Expert carving and joinery highlight the idiosyncratic nature of the...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Office Chair Made IN Oak & Brown Leather From 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Office chair from 1970, made of robust oak and upholstered with brown leather. This timeless design will add a touch of elegance to any office or studio. With its ergonomic design an...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
HAND DYED VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIr
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England, aged brown hand dyed leather Chesterfield captains office chair
Please...
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20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century Hillcrest Oak Rail Back Leather Revolving Desk Chair
By Hillcrest
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Early 20th Century Hillcrest Oak Rail Revolving Desk Chair With Polished Brown Leather Seat Finished With Brass Studs
British Made by esteemed chair brand Hillcrest
Height to arm...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Industrial Black Leather Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern industrial-style swivel desk chair with channel quilting onyx black leather upholstery on a metal frame with wooden armrests.
Dimensions: 25" W x 28" D x 38" H
Seat - 21" H
...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
Kill International 6727 leather office chair by Fabricius & Kastholm
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This Kill 6727, the so-called Bird or Tulip chair, is the hard-to-find version of an office chair with height adjustment. The blue leather comes in excellent condition with beautiful...
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1960s Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
CIRENE 03 OFFICE DESK ARMCHAIR DESiGNED BY VICO MAGISTRETTI FOR DE PADOVA
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Vico Magistretti Cirene 03 bent Ash office desk chair made for De Padova
Please note the delivery fee...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Ash
Hans J. Wegner Swivel Chair, oak and elegance leather, PP502, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The iconic Hans J. Wegner Swivel chair with oak back and armrest. Seat of the highest quality Elegance leather from Arne Sørensen.
Base of stainless st...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Antique and Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.
Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.
Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.
Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?
As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.
If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.
An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.
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