2. NV-45 Lounge Chair by Finn Juhl, 1945 Danish architect and interior and industrial designer Finn Juhl first presented his lounge chair in 1945 at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition.

It’s safe to say that chair design peaked 70 years ago. But there is one classic mid-century modern chair out there whose origin remains a mystery. Made up of an exposed solid walnut or teak frame ...

The Harada Task Chair has numerous good qualities: an ergonomic design, wheels that roll on hardwood and carpet, and a chic yet streamlined silhouette. The tall chairback is great back support and ...

Though you have to pay $40 for shipping, you're still getting an incredible deal with this modern furniture piece. Paproos Mid-Century Modern Accent Chair, From $60 (was $150) at Walmart ...

In this way, Danish Modern became a hallmark of the American century and American power. At the first televised US presidential debate in 1960, John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon sat in Round Chairs.

It’s mid-century-looking without hitting you over the head with its mid-century-ness, it also comes in a lovely shade of blue, and it’s super on sale. Original Price: $198 ...

A restored rocking chair and credenza for sale in Bob Kennedy’s store Atomic Age Modern in Mesa, Ariz. Kennedy teaches refinishing techniques for mid-century modern pieces through a Facebook group.

By Jesse Hamlin Updated May 3, 2013 4:42 p.m. Charles Schulz sitting in a mid-century modern chair and Snoopy in the background as a vulture Courtesy of the Hallmark Archive/Hallmark Cards, Inc.

Despite its omnipresence, the Z Lounge Chair’s origins are murky. We’re now well over a half-century past the heyday of mid-century modern design, and yet the style remains the epitome of cool ...