Letting a breath of fresh air blow through the house does not have to involve completely replacing the furniture. On the contrary! Indoors, it can feel completely different just by replacing one item. Take a seat switch. Or rather, from a vintage chair. At Whoppah we have a beautiful range of second-hand design furniture that is growing by the day. We call the collection of vintage chairs. Vintage design that gets a second (or even third, fourth) life. Good for mother earth, good for the wallet. Go ahead, take a look around and who knows, you might fall for a vintage chair or mix of vintage chairs. Ps you can also sell vintage design chairs!

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There is no arguing about taste. That's how it is. Where one likes the simplistic Scandinavian style with natural materials, the other walks away with an eclectic interior. Whatever your taste, there is guaranteed to be something for you within our range of vintage chairs. Take, for example, Danish design from Carl Hansen & Søn. Or what about a contemporary vintage chair from the French Ligne Roset, a real Italian beauty from Mario Bellini or an original Dutch-made Piet Hein Eek ? Know that the term 'second-hand vintage design chair' says nothing about the quality. Yes, the piece of furniture has had one owner (or several), but that does not detract from its condition. And who knows, you might also bring a surprising story into your home with your vintage design chair. Come on in, vintage stories.

Vintage chair: from dining room to lounge chair

The vintage chair comes in many variations. From sitting at the table with vintage dining room chairs to recharging a moment in a vintage lounge chair. As soon as you know which type it can be, the question is which color, which style or which designer the vintage chair can be. Whether it will blend with the rest of your interior? Don't worry, the beauty of vintage chairs (and vintage in general) is that they match very easily and beautifully with any style. They are eye-catchers. For vintage chairs in all shapes, flavors and sizes, this way.

When is a chair a vintage chair?

We have the word 'vintage' from the French and means as much as used items (from furniture to clothing) that are now completely in fashion again. Until a while ago, the label 'vintage' was attached to items from 1920 to 1980. Nowadays, such a hard limit is no longer adhered to and we attach more value to the definition of 'from a good year'. And that, that is very nice!

Vintage chair

Vintage chairs are one of the most popular items in the furniture market today. The vintage chair has been in the spotlight lately. Its popularity is evident from various sources such as Pinterest and Instagram. The vintage chair is also popular in interior design because of its classic, elegant look. Vintage chairs are furniture that are at least twenty-five to thirty years old and no more than a hundred years old. The old-fashioned look of this chair is what makes it so appealing to those looking for a more traditional and nostalgic look for home furnishings. The vintage chair has a timeless and durable look that everyone loves.

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Vintage chairs are often handmade and that is why these pieces of furniture are of such high quality and unique. A vintage chair contains characteristics that are representative of the style of the time in which the piece of furniture was made, to be seen as vintage. For example, a 1970s chair must actually have been made in that period and contain the design features of furniture from that era in order to be considered vintage.

Vintage chairs often contain earth tones, pastels and more pronounced colors such as olive green and ocher yellow. The furniture is often made of wood and has rounded corners. Vintage furniture has a geometric design or contains natural shapes. Vintage chairs often have narrow legs and therefore a slim design.

Gispen chair vintage

The Gispen chair is a vintage chair that was designed by Jan Gispen in the 1930s. It is made of wood and steel, and has a curved backrest with a gentle curve to the seat. his chair is one of the most iconic chairs in Dutch design history. The design has been kept up to date with changes such as more comfortable cushions, new woods and an adjustable backrest. Some well-known models of the Gispen brand are, for example, the 412, 101, 356 or 1235.

Vintage design chair

Vintage design chairs are rare, but if you're lucky enough to come across one, it's worth investing in. Designers often use vintage chairs in their designs to show a sense of history, or to add a level of sophistication. A vintage chair can make an entire room feel more elegant and sophisticated. If you're looking for the perfect chair for your next interior, consider using this chair. A vintage design chair is stylish and comfortable in one!

Vintage lounge chair

The living room is the place in the house where you can relax. This place is often equipped with a sofa, right in front of the television. A sofa is indeed quite comfortable, but a lounge chair is a wonderful addition to your living room and has a completely different look than, for example, a corner sofa. A vintage lounge chair takes up less space and is a lazy chair that you don't have to share with anyone else. A vintage lounge chair is therefore the perfect place to enjoy your latest book or a good series. These chairs are often made of wood, steel or a combination thereof. An example of a vintage lounge chair is the Eames Lounge Chair. Vintage is handmade, which makes it a classy piece of furniture that will last for years to come.

What is a vintage chair?

Vintage chairs are old-fashioned, retro furniture that have been around for a long time. They are usually made of wood or steel and have a certain charm. They are known for the detail and craftsmanship. The term "vintage" is often used interchangeably with the term "old" or "antique," but it doesn't always mean something old or antique. Vintage furniture is all furniture made between 1920 and 1990. We call Furniture from before 1920 antique. Furniture made after 1990 is called modern interior pieces.

What does a vintage chair cost?

It is difficult to determine the true value of a vintage chair. The price may vary depending on the material, style, rarity and brand. The market for vintage chairs is very competitive. There are many manufacturers competing with each other to offer the best prices possible.

What does a second-hand vintage chair cost?

For those who cannot afford a 'new' vintage chair or would rather buy a second-hand piece of furniture, you can go for a second-hand vintage chair. These have been used as is often the case with vintage, only then some more traces of use are visible. This has the advantage that the price is also lower than, for example, a new vintage chair. Another advantage of buying a second-hand vintage chair is that you also do the environment a favor and do not go for a new chair and therefore new materials. In the case of a second-hand vintage chair, the material, age, condition of the furniture, signs of wear, style and the numbers of the furniture available on the market ultimately determine the price.