Mid Century Modern: Four Chairs Four Ways

July 07, 2014

We love mixing it up at Project Bly, and nothing looks better with our global finds than the clean lines of midcentury modern furniture. Today let’s talk chairs. Functional, comfortable, simple, and so very versatile, mid-century modern chairs are timeless investment pieces that compliment everything from antiques to contemporary accessories, art and rugs. Take a look at some of our favorite chairs designed by Arne Norell, Charles and Ray Eames, Peter Hvidt and Hans Wegner styled with market finds from Marrakech and Mumbai.

(1) Leather and wood Sirocco chair by Arne Norell

This 1960s leather and wood safari inspired Sirocco chair by Swedish designer Arne Norell just begs to be placed on a plush berber rug.

(2) Molded fiberglass chair by Charles and Ray Eames

Charles Eames famously once said, “The role of the designer is that of a very good, thoughtful host anticipating the needs of his guests.” These chairs designed in 1950 by Charles and his wife Ray (who incidentally hails from Sacramento, California) were once seen at dining tables across the country. We think they make for great accent pieces and pair perfectly with big bold floor art like this antique Lion rug from Mumbai, India.

(3) Cane backed chair by Peter Hvidt

The elegant curve of the arms of this cane- backed chair by Danish designer Peter Hvidt looks great with brass accessories like this vintage teapot from Mumbai.

(4) Lounge chair by Hans Wegner

The straight clean lines of this Hans Wegner arm -chair compliment this subtle and intricate kilim from Marrakech.

Where to shop!

All the chairs you see in our pictures are from Mid-Century Modern Finds. Below are some other great resources for the perfect chair.

Mid-Century Modern Finds
First Dibs
Surfing Cowboys
Hindsvik Shop
Midcentury Mobler

Rugs

Infinite Rapport Azilal Berber Rug from Marrakech, Morocco
Antique Parsi Rug from Mumbai, India
Antique Lion Rug from Mumbai, India
Khamsa Eyes Zaire Berber Rug from Marrakech, Morocco