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Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42 For Artek 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
4 Chairs Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in PARIS, FR
designed his most famous product, the No. 42 chair for Schou Andersen. The elegantly curved, reclining back
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Palisander
"Aalto goes high" Spring Chair Model 42 by Shekki
By Artek, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Although this is one of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42
Category
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Teak
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen
Model 42 dining chairs, 1956.
Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Two Chairs Model 'B 42' Produced by Tecta in Germany, 1960
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Köln, NRW
patina.
These two vintage cantilever chairs were manufactured by Tecta in Germany around 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century German Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Off-White Boucle Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen
Model 42 dining chairs, 1956.
Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Velvet Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956.
Set of 8x dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Palisander, set of 4
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good condition with minor signs of use
- original leatherette upholstery in good condition with minor signs of use
- heigh of seat 45 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Palisander
H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
Mid-Century Teak Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen.
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A set of four chairs model 42 designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacture Schou
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.93 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen chairs, model 42, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of 4 iconic teak chairs model 42 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Made in Denmark in the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Hardwood and Leather Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.34 in W 21.07 in D 22.05 in
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
H 29.34 in W 21.07 in D 22.05 in
Single Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chair in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Era: 1958
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ dee...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Era: 1958
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ dee...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Era: 1958
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ dee...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Set of Seven Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood, Wool
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wid...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Set of Eight Dining Room Chairs, Model 42, Designed by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish furniture design from the Mid-20th Century. The chairs are model 42, designed by the renowned
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 28.75 in W 20.87 in D 16.93 in
Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Model 42 Style Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Model 42 Style Dining Chairs, in a set of four, are a tribute
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 30.75 in W 21.5 in D 19.5 in
Mid-20th Century, Danish, Model 42 Dining Chair by Kai Kristiansen, 2 Available
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bristol, GB
Original Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chair produced by Schou Andersen. This iconic model is the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 28.94 in W 21.26 in D 17.72 in
Set of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 42 in Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
characterizes mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, designed by the renowned Danish
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.34 in W 21.07 in D 16.93 in
Set of Two '2' Rare Model 42 Arm Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik
By Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! This ultra-rare set of arm chairs designed by Erik Kirkegaard has recently
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.5 in W 24.75 in D 22.5 in
Rare, Early Alvar Aalto Model 31/42 Cantilevered Armchairs, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
Rare, early Alvar Aalto model 31/42 cantilevered armchairs, Finland, 1930s, designed and produced
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 26.97 in W 24.22 in D 29.53 in
Set of 25 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Teak Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs for the Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak dining chair and other dining chairs
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 0.52 in Dm 0.41 in
(6) Kai Kristiansen Model 42 "Z" Dining Chairs in Dark-Stained Oak, c. 1960's
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introduce your living space to the epitome of Danish design mastery with this set of six Model 42
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 30 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
By Nesto, Yngve Ekström, Pastoe
Located in Delft, NL
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
Afro teak chairs designed for Nesto in
Category
20th Century Dutch Chairs
Materials
Teak
Paoli Chair Co. Black Naugahyde Chrome MCM Slipper Chairs Style Florence Knoll
By Paoli Chair Company, Florence Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
square chromed steel tube legs and frame. These are done in the style of the famed model #65 chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.5 in W 22 in D 30 in
Arne Jacobsen "Mosquito" Chairs Model 3105 for Fritz Hansen, 1970 Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Delft, NL
Arne Jacobsen "Mosquito" chairs model 3105 for Fritz Hansen, 1970 Denmark
Set of four Arne
Category
20th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Chairs Model Ant a. Jacobsen Edition Fritz Hansen Ash Wood
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Pair of chairs model Ant
A. Jacobsen edition Fritz Hansen
Ash wood - metal
Design 1950 - new
Category
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design
Model 54 Lounge Chair & Ottoman
A custom made lounge chair and matching ottoman
Category
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Set of Four Vintage Chairs Model "S11 Program", Design Angelo Mangiarotti, 1972
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Sorgente del Mobili
Located in taranto, IT
Set of four rare chairs model "s11 program", Sorgente dei Mobili production based on a design by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
H 39.38 in W 16.54 in D 17.72 in
4 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak, Designed By Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four dining room chairs, model 31, designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen around the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Set of 4 Teak Model 42 Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice set of 4 classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 42 armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Vintage Chairs Model 969 by Gio Ponti for BBB., Italy 1940s
By BBB Italia, Gio Ponti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 4 Vintage Chairs Model 969 by Gio Ponti for BBB.
Italy 1940s.
3 Black and 1 White Chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
H 33.47 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Eight Dining Chairs Model PS142 By Eugenio Gerli, Ivory Wool Fabric, Italy 1960
By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of eight PS 142 chairs designed by Eugenio Gerli and produced by Tecno. Structure made of solid
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.38 in W 27.56 in D 25.2 in
Contemporary Chair 'Gropius CS1' by Noom, Wool, Jade 42
By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Gropius CS1
Designer: Kateryna Sokolova
Model in the main picture Collection: Wool, Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wood, Plywood
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Ivory Kalgan Lambskin Lounge Chairs Model 836
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina rare pair of lounge chairs model 836 with walnut frames, black
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 31 in W 23 in D 30 in
1960s Kay Korbing Swivel Chair Model KK-1A for Fibrex Denmark
By Kay Korbing
Located in Praha, CZ
- high of seat 42 - 51 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen Model-2204 Cognac Leather Wing Chair for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions
42 in H x 34.50 in W x 27.25 in D
Seat height 17in
Ottoman: 16.50 in H x 22in W x
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
H 42 in W 34.5 in D 27.25 in
Danish Modern Easy Chair and Stool Model 12 by Kurt Østervig, 2010s.
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Easy Chair and Stool Model 12 by Kurt Østervig, 2010s.
Lounge chair and footstool in
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 36.03 in W 40.56 in D 35.44 in
Rare Midcentury Teak Rocking Chair by Frederik Kayser Model 599 Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Rare Mid Century Modern Teak Rocking Chair, Frederik Kayser Model 599 By Norway, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 35.04 in
Set of Six T21 Fire Model Chairs, Korup Stolefabrik, 1960s
By Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of Danish chairs model T21 so called "Fire" chairs produced by Korup Mobelfabrik.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
1960's, Beech Folding Chairs, Set of Nine, 'Model 2181'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s beech folding chairs – set of nine – (model 2181).
1960’s beech folding chairs – set of
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
1960's Beech Folding Chairs - Set Of Nine - (Model 2184)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Beech Folding Chairs – Set Of Nine – (Model 2184)
1960’s Beech Folding Chairs – Set Of Nine
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
6 Kai Kristainsen Model 31 Solid Oak Danish Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen solid white oak dining chairs, model 31, for Schou Andersen, Denmark. These are
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Four Charlotte Perriand 'Dordogne' Model Mid-Century Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four dining chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou.
Corded seat rests and backs
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.93 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
1960's Beech Folding Chairs - Set Of Thirty Two - (Model 2185)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Beech Folding Chairs – Set Of Thirty Two – (Model 2185)
1960’s Beech Folding Chairs – Set Of
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in teak designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Model 3107 Seven Chairs, a testament to Arne Jacobsen's iconic design
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
1950's Original French Tolix Model C Armchairs Tolix - Dining Chairs - Set Of F
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original French Tolix Model C Armchairs Tolix – Dining Chairs – Set Of Five
1950’s Original
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in W 20.87 in D 16.54 in
Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Model 82, Designed by N.O. Møller from the 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
The set consists of four dining room chairs, model 82, designed by the renowned furniture designer
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Set of Six Dining Chairs Model 526 Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six dining chairs model 526 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn,
Sweden, 1934
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany, Upholstery
H 32.68 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
Modern Mondo Lounge Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Mondo lounge chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood and veneer in Ohio, USA
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
4 Neils O Moller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 Teak Dining Chairs by J.L. Mollers
By J. L. Möller Höjbjerg, Neils O. Möller
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Neils O Moeller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 teak dining chairs by J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 31.25 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Contemporary Clay Dining Chair by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant chairs are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2003.
Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the model 42 chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A model 42 chair — often made from wood, fabric and rosewood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer model 42 chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A model 42 chair made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular.
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
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