1. The Diamond Chair<\/h3>\n
Designed in 1952 by Henry Bertoia for Knoll<\/strong>, the Diamond Chair, an indoor\/outdoor chair created out of bent industrial iron rods has taken a rightful seat among midcentury modern classics. Bertoia, who worked primarily in sculpture, believed \u201cchairs are studies in space, form, and metal, too.\u201d \u00a0While the Diamond might not look very comfortable, you\u2019d be surprised how well this chair effortlessly molds to your body. This marriage of form and function is why it has endured.<\/p>\n Designed in 1928 by Marcel Breuer<\/strong>, the Cesca chair (so-named after Breuer\u2019s daughter, Francesca) blends caning and wood, or sometimes rich leather, with industrial cantilevered steel tubes for a unique look that has lasted well into the 21st century. Available with or without arms, the Cesca has been used all over the world, including restaurants you\u2019ve probably dined in.<\/p>\n Also designed by Marcel Breuer<\/strong> the Wassily was actually the first chair to incorporate cantilevered steel tubes for legs. Sometimes referred to as the Model B3 chair, “the Wassily” just sounds more exotic. There\u2019s a story behind it, too. While the chair wasn\u2019t originally named for Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky<\/strong>, he was a huge fan of the seat style;\u00a0somewhere along the way, the name stuck, and it\u2019s been called the Wassily ever since.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n Designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller<\/strong>, these iconic chairs were first dreamed up in 1950. Intended to be a low cost, easily interchangeable chair (with different bases and colors), these chairs were perfect for mass production. With its sleek industrial look and ability to be stacked, these chairs are still used in commercial spaces today. However, they\u2019re no longer made out of fiberglass because it\u2019s harmful to the environment. Available with or without arms and as a rocker, like the one pictured.<\/p>\n The iconic Egg Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen<\/strong> for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. What makes the Egg Chair unique is how it\u2019s perfectly molded to fit the body\u2019s curves. On a base that rotates, the Egg conveniently swivels around, which makes it great for lounging and conversation. Plus, they just look cool.<\/p>\n The famous Barcelona Chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe<\/strong> for Barcelona\u2019s 1929 International Exposition. Inspired by ancient Roman campaign chairs, these chairs have criss-cross bases which can easily be folded for easy transport. You can still find the Barcelona in modern design stores today.<\/p>\n Part of the iconic Knoll<\/strong> portfolio, the \u201cButterfly Chair\u201d or \u201cBKF\u201d was named for designers Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy<\/strong>. The Butterfly\/BKF was created to be easily transported, much like the Barcelona, and is simple in design: just a single cloth stretched across a steel frame. This classic chair is still around, especially as an outdoor favorite.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n Designed in 1956 by Eero Saarinen<\/strong>, the Tulip Chair was monumental because it eschewed legs in favor of a single pedestal. Saarinen wanted his chairs to be more than just places to sit; he viewed each chair as a piece of art, similar to a sculpture. Made from easily replicated materials such as aluminum, plastic, and fiberglass, the Tulip Chair blends classic modernism with a sleek post-industrial look.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Get this: the Bubble Chair hangs from the ceiling instead of standing on legs. That\u2019s enough to set it apart from the rest. The perfect place to curl up with a good novel, the Bubble Chair is constructed out of light, transparent materials that make it look like a soap bubble, according to Eero Aarnio<\/strong> who designed it in 1968. Popular for fashion shoots, and even mobile phone pods, the Bubble should not be left off any list of iconic midcentury chairs.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Danish designer Hans Wegner<\/strong>, aka \u201cthe Master of Chairs\u201d was trained as a cabinet-maker which made him a pro when it came to working with wood. Wegner eventually parlayed this skill into furniture design and was monumental in ushering in the Danish teak craze – which is still going strong today. The Sawbuck Chair, an early design from 1952 whose legs resemble a sawbuck or saw horse, has also stood the test of time.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n The Master of Chairs finds his footing again with the cozy Papa Bear chair, so named for its arms that a critic pointed out \u201cseems to embrace you as you sit.\u201d With a matching ottoman, there\u2019s no doubt Wegner’s<\/strong> Papa Bear Chair is one of the most popular mid century designs.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n With the Shell Chair, wood whiz Hans Wegner<\/strong> tries his hand at designing a chair out of plywood instead. With wing-like seats and 3 curved, tapered legs, this chair made its debut in 1963. While it was discontinued for a few years, the Shell Chair made a comeback in a big way in the 90s and celebrated 50 years in 2013.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This S-shaped stackable chair is manufactured entirely from one piece of plastic, the brain child of designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe<\/strong>. \u00a0First made out of polystyrene plastic, it was soon switched to polyurethane, then, polypropylene. This chair\u2019s sleek, curvy design sends up the Space Age look that was so popular in the 1960s and is still a collector\u2019s favorite.<\/p>\n Want more MCM?\u00a0Check out 7 Midcentury Modern Brands to Find at Estate Sales<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n What are your favorite midcentury\u00a0modern\u00a0chairs?\u00a0Let us know in the comments!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you’re into midcentury modern\u00a0(and these days\u00a0who isn’t?),\u00a0you know that MCM chairs are more than just places to sit – they’re centerpieces of style. Most reproductions\u00a0of the midcentury chairs\u00a0we found\u00a0can go for thousands of dollars at modern design stores. 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2. The Cesca Chair<\/h3>\n
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3. The Wassily<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
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4. Eames Molded Fiberglass Chair<\/h3>\n
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5. The Egg Chair<\/h3>\n
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6. The Barcelona<\/h3>\n
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7. The BKF \/ Butterfly Chair<\/h3>\n
8. The Tulip Chair<\/h3>\n
9. The Bubble Chair<\/h3>\n
10. The Sawbuck Chair<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
11. The Papa Bear Chair<\/h3>\n
12. The Shell Chair<\/h3>\n
13. The Panton Chair<\/h2>\n
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