Andreu World Swivel Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style office chair made by Andreu World. Upholstered seat and back on a swivel black base. Marked underneath with design...
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Fabric
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Andreu World Swivel Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style office chair made by Andreu World. Upholstered seat and back on a swivel black base. Marked underneath with design...
Fabric
$21,000 / set
Pair of Michael Wolk Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Michael Wolk
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Michael Wolk "Miami" swivel lounge chairs. The chairs are upholstered in an off-white bouclé fabric with black wooden swivel bases.
Wood, Bouclé
Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern club chair on swivel base. Wild accenting pattern fabric. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Fabric
1950s Channel Tufted Barrel Swivel Chair by Henry Glass for J.G. Furniture
By J.G. Furniture Company, Henry Glass
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
1950s barrel back swivel chair designed by Henry P. Glass for J.G. Furniture. This chair features a beautiful barrel back, accentuated with channel tufting. The even back swoops down...
Brass
3117 Black Swivel Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage black swivel desk chair with adjustable seat, model 3117 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 1950s. Some chairs have stickers confirming the production period. ...
Steel, Chrome
Michael Wolk for Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs, USA, 1970s
By Michael Wolk
Located in New York, NY
Michael Wolk for Directional pair of swivel lounge chairs in light gray Sensuede with elegantly curved wraparound arms which taper down towards the bottom and resting on a black wood...
Wood, Ultrasuede
$715Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs by Paul Volter, Chrome & Leather
By Corona
Located in Buxton, GB
Elevate your living space with a touch of vintage flair in these Corona style swivel chairs, attributed to the renowned designer Paul Volter. They embody the quintessential Mid-Centu...
Chrome
Vintage Leather Chrome Swivel Chairs by J Robert Scott
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning pair of vintage leather chrome swivel chairs, expertly designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J. Robert Scott & Associates in the United States, circa 1980s. These elegant chair...
Chrome
Redesigned Mid Century Swivel Chair reupholstered in black plush and faux fur
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a redesigned Mid Century Modern swivel chair. It was originally made as a classic office chair or side chair. Meanwhile, it was refurbished and reuphols...
Fabric, Faux Fur
Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Office Chair by Arne Jacobsen 1950s, Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage black swivel office chair, an early model, designed by Arne Jacobsen, 1950s, Denmark and executed by Fritz Hansen. The swivel chairs is labeled FH - the mo...
Plywood
$1,299Sale Price / item|30% Off
1 of 3 Charles & Ray Vitra Eames EA108 Hopsak Swivel Office Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 3 original fully stamped Charles & Ray Eames Hopsak chrome swivel armchairs RRP £2,200 each Super iconic, award winning, what more can you say, these are pretty much the most comfortable office chairs ever made, these are fully stamped with the model number to the base and the Eames label...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A striking blend of sculptural form and inviting comfort, this pair of mid-century modern swivel lounge chairs captures the bold design spirit of the 1970s. Defined by their graceful...
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs in Beige Bouclé, 1980s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
With their soft, sculptural silhouette and glamour, this pair of vintage swivel lounge chairs captures the effortless elegance of late 20th-century American design. Crafted in the Un...
Brass
Lobby Desk Chair ES104 by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Antwerp, BE
Eames executive chair ES-104, also known as the Time-Life chair, an iconic piece of mid-century design by Charles and Ray Eames. This chair was originally crafted for the executive f...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern walnut swivel chairs manufactured by Directional during the 1970s. Beautifully restored, these sculptural lounge chairs showcase the bold yet inviting design langu...
Fabric, Walnut
$809Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair, Blue Velvet, Steel Base, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
This office chair has an adjustable backrest, can rotate and the height of the seat can be adjusted mechanically. Beautiful and essential shape, the star base is made of steel black ...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Leather and Chrome Swivel Desk Chair
By Henry Ehlers
Located in London, GB
A smart, stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather and chrome swivel desk chair. This was made in Germany by Ehlers, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is of very high qual...
Chrome
Nicos Zographos Attributed Swivel Winged Armchair
Located in North Miami, FL
This is the most comfortable swivel armchair with a heavy steel "X" base and newly upholstered in neutral gray soft textured chenille fabric. Attributed to Nicos Zographos design. T...
Steel
Pair of Charles and Ray Eames Adjustable Swivel Chairs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice pair of adjustable height swivel chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames,, Retain original Girard naugahyde padded fiberglass shell as well as early cast aluminum 4-star base,,...
Aluminum
1990s Mid Century Chrome Swivel Chair by Bernhardt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Jeffrey Bernett This stunning mid-century chrome swivel lounge chair, expertly designed by acclaimed American designer Jeffrey Bernett and ...
Chrome
Signed Nicos Zographos Mohair Mid Century Armchairs, Set of 4
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Signed Nicos Zographos Mohair Mid Century armchairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 26.25 wide x 26.5 deep x 32 high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vint...
Metal
Perfect Original Artifort Swivel Lounge Chair F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique and original Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt, mid-1970s. In beautiful black coloured leather upholstery with matching black swivel base. Uphols...
Steel
$1,753 / set
Set of 2 Italian Metal and Brass Chairs, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful set of Italian armchairs, 1960s. Made of black lacquered steel with nice brass details on the legs and on the back seat. The chairs are restored with new fabric and new...
Steel
Original Mid-Century Swivel Stool, Cast Iron, Leather, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Maximum height: 70 cm (27.6 in) Minimum height: 50 cm (19.7 in) Seat diameter: 36 cm (14.2 in) This Italian stool from the second half of the 20th century is a fascinating fusion of...
Iron
Vintage Boho Preview Swivel Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage boho Preview swivel chair combines mid-century design with bohemian flair. Featuring a curved silhouette and smooth swivel base, it offers both style and functionality. ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$14,750 / set
Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Thoughtfully curated pair of vintage swivel chairs by Directional, circa 1980's. Acquire leisure time with artful ease. Luxuriant and enveloping, featuring a classic yet minimalist d...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Ivory Bouclé Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Retro glamour meets modern comfort pair of swivel lounge chairs attributed to Harvey Probber. Pristinely tailored chairs feature a barreled tufted back creating a cozy embrace, overs...
Wood, Bouclé
Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage suede "cloud" chair designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1970s. This beautiful chair is wrapped by a padded edge, making it look even more like a cloud. The chair also c...
Suede, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Armchair in Leather & Metal, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
This authentic Jorge Zalszupin office armchair from the 1960s is an outstanding example of mid-century Brazilian design. Featuring Zalszupin’s signature sculptural lines, the chair i...
Metal
'Mabel' Chair by National
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern style office chair by National. Smooth form fitting design set on a swivel metal base. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Metal
Leather Swivel Chairs by Gardner Leaver for Steelcase, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of well constructed side/guest chairs model 455-211 designed by Gardner Leaver, manufactured by the Steelcase Furniture company. Refreshingly modern the bold, curved design an...
Steel
1950s Hollywood Regency Asymmetrical Swivel Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful pair of Hollywood regency asymmetrical swivel chairs manufactured and designed in the United States, circa 1950s. This pair of...
Fabric
1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning, highly sculptural lounge chairs designed by Directional Design. Amazingly comfortable expertly restored, recovered in a gorgeous navy blue velvet. They swivel, tilt and roc...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Fritz Hansen Swivel Office Chair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern desk chair boasts a tag underneath with the date 1980 and designer name, "Fritz Hansen." A lovely Danish design ...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Tufted Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century swivel lounge chair features ornately stitched vinyl seat with a comfortable sculpted seat back. Unique black metal base with aluminum trim adds to the unique vintag...
Metal
Adjustable Desk Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style desk chair in pink fabric on a polished chrome frame. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
Chrome
Toshiyuki Kita 'Aki' Swivel Armchair for Cassina, Italy, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material/color. Designed by Toshiyuki Kita in 2000. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Please ask for pricing in other materials/colors.
Steel
Red Fibreglass "Amicus" Armchair by Antero Poppius, Finland, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Amicus” armchair by Antero Poppius, was designed in Finland in the 1970s. This typical 1970s chair consists of a moulded fibreglass shell that stan...
Fiberglass
Jorgen Rasmussen 2533 Desk Chairs
Located in London, GB
Manufactured by Fritz Hansen starting in 1958, the pioneering addition of double castors to this aluminium and wood veneer desk chair makes it an enduring and ubiquitous design objec...
Aluminum
$2,634Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pair of Hanging Seats in White Lacquered Bamboo, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of hanging seats in white lacquered bamboo, circa 1970. Good condition, small breaks and lacks, but nothing structurally.
Bamboo
1950s Black and Blue Swivel Side Chairs Styled After John Risley - Set of 2
By John Risley
Located in Monrovia, CA
1950s Swivel Black Rod Iron Chair With Blue Cushions Styled After John Risely. 1950s Black Rod Iron Swivel Frame With Original Blue Seating Cushions, B...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Leather, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Caju swivel lounge chair embodies the perfect balance between organic design and sophisticated elegance. Inspired by the natural curves of a cashew, its enveloping silhouette and premium upholstery make it a standout piece of unparalleled comfort in contemporary interiors. A favorite swivel lounge chair among designers, Caju seamlessly combines artistry and design, becoming a timeless addition to any living space. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Caju Armchair...
Brass
$3,850Sale Price / set|20% Off
PAIR OF CAPPELLINI LOTUS OFFICE LOUNGE ARMCHAiRS BY JASPER MORRISON
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Cappellini Lotus office swivel lounge armchairs desing...
Chrome
1940s Medical Swivel Stool, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of use
Iron
Vintage Junior Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Hiami Newly Reupholstered - 3
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Original "Junior" Swivel Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Newly Reupholstered in a Holly Hunt Blue Suede - Set of 3 circa: 1960 Dimensions: Square Base Chair...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Rockwell Unscripted Swivel Bar and Low Stool, Set of 2
By Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Knoll rockwell unscripted swivel bar and low stool - set of 2. The Rockwell unscripted upholstered seat offers fun punctuation to dining, living or office spaces. Mix them with classic Knoll dining chairs to create an eclectic statement at your table or sprinkle them around for impromptu guest seating. Make funky colorful side...
Fabric
$6,000 / item
Palm Springs Swivel Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Swivel chair by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, covered in durable green ultra suade. Very comfortable and perfect to curl up in.
Ultrasuede
$3,094Sale Price|40% Off
Hans Brattrud for Hove Möbler Vintage Retro 1970s Large Revolving Lounge Chair
By Hans Brattrud for Hove Möbler
Located in Markington, GB
Hans Brattrud Swivel Lounge Armchair for Hove Möbler, Norway, 1970s NORWEGIAN COMFORT & STYLE A very large and exceptionally comfortable swivel lounge chair designed by Hans B...
Metal
Set of Four Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Dining Chairs in Teak, 1960s
Located in Torino, IT
Set of four dining rotating chairs, Denmark 1960
Metal
Executive Leather Chair with Swivel & Tilt Base by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Executive Leather Chair Swivel & Tilt Base Seat Height adjusts from about 18" up to 22" Eero Saarinen for Knoll Knoll Label on Underside Newer Fabrication - Two Available Swivel ...
Metal, Chrome