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Pair Scandinavian 1920s Solid Wenge Modernist Club Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and exquisite pair of hand-crafted Scandinavian Modernist/Art Deco club lounge chairs, circa
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Wenge
Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, Lambswool & Walnut, Art Deco, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of curved Art Deco lounge chairs, with armrest in walnut, made in 1930s by a Danish
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
H 29.93 in W 27.76 in D 33.47 in
David Bromberg designed Swedish Art Deco pair of Elm lounge chairs
By David Blomberg
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Swedish art deco elm wood lounge chairs detail with strips of mahogany veneer
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Elm, Mahogany
David Blomberg designed Swedish Art Deco pair of elm lounge chairs
By David Blomberg
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Swedish art deco elm wood lounge chairs detail with strips of mahogany veneer
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
20th Century Pair of Vintage Large Danish Birch Scandinavian Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage pair of large Danish Art Deco lounge chairs made of hand crafted polished Birchwood
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Birch
H 32.5 in W 31.5 in D 32 in
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Such an exquisite and rare pair of Art Deco lounge chairs with armrests made in solid oak. The
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
H 32.68 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
Danish Art Deco 1930s Fritz Hansen Model 1588 Lounge Chairs, A Pair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Portland, OR
Wonderful pair of lounge chairs imported from Denmark. Model 1588, made by Fritz Hansen during the
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
A Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Yellow Velour, Danish Carbinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
cabinetmaker during the Art Deco period in the 1940s. These chairs exude an air of elegance and sophistication
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
H 31.11 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Danish Early Midcentury or Art Deco Low Lounge Chair 1930-40s (pair available)
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming and very elegant Danish small lounge chair from the late art deco period or early
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
H 32.75 in W 26.75 in D 28 in
Pair of 1950s Danish Art Deco Club Chairs After Fritz Hansen in Oyster Bouclé
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco design elements, the chairs are characterized by their right-angle wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
H 31 in W 18 in D 27 in
A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs in Birch, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of decadent rare Art Deco dining room chairs in birch root, made in the early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch, Burl
1930s Pair of Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered in Bouclé, Art Deco, Danish Modern
By Viggo Boesen, Mogens Lassen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
This exquisite and rare pair of Art Deco lounge chairs, originating from Denmark in the 1930s
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Wool, Bouclé
H 24.81 in W 37.8 in D 34.65 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Sheepskin, Wood, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Beige Shearling, Wood, 1930s
Chic pair of Art
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 31.5 in W 28.5 in D 36 in
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing pair of Danish modern lounge chairs with armrests in beech, back and seat reupholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
H 33.86 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Lounge / Arm Chairs, Ebony Wood, Boucle, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Lounge / Arm Chairs, Ebony Wood, Boucle, Sweden, 1940s
Pair of chic art
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Ebony
H 34.75 in W 27.75 in D 32 in
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs in Oak & Fabric, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Indulge in the opulence of the Art Deco era with this exquisite pair of armchairs, crafted in oak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 33.27 in W 24.81 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Eliel Saarinen "Blue" Chairs- a Pair
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Charleston, SC
America, the exotic-looking "Blue Chair" bears a strong Art Deco influence.
This pair of limited edition
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
A Pair of Classic Chairs in Oak and Lambswool, Danish Modern, Kaj Gottlob, 1950s
By Jacob Kjaer, Kaare Klint, Kaj Gottlob, A. J. Iversen
Located in Odense, DK
, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style leans toward
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 25.2 in
Handcrafted Sculptural Zig Zag Chair Made in Solid Pine, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Odense, DK
home decors. Perfectly suited for an Antique, Modern, Scandinavian or an Art Deco interior style.
A
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 35.63 in W 13.39 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen, Skive Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
chairs will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Swedish Mid Century Lounge Chair in Velvet, Ulferts Möbler, 1960s
By Ulferts Swedish, Lennart Bender
Located in Odense, DK
complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 34.65 in
Danish Mordern Pair of Curved Lounge Chairs, Original Fabric, Fritz Hansen, 1940
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 27.96 in W 28.35 in D 32.29 in
Poul M. Volther, “Corona” Easy Chair, Special Edition for Arken Art Museum
By Erik Jørgensen, Poul Volther
Located in Odense, DK
. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 38.19 in W 34.65 in D 33.47 in
Zig Zag Chair Made in Solid Pine, Scandinavian Modern, 1980s
Located in Odense, DK
home decors. Perfectly suited for an Antique, Modern, Scandinavian or an Art Deco interior style.
A
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk ...
Materials
Pine
Pair 1940s Two Tone Velvet Lounge Chairs with Elm Armrests in Fritz Hansen Style
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Absolutely beautiful and complete original pair Scandinavian lounge / club chairs in the style of
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 33.47 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Set of 4 Chairs in Pine, by a Swedish Cabinetmaker, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Sven Larsson, Carl Malmsten, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Odense, DK
pairs well with many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art deco home decor
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 34.26 in W 14.57 in D 15.75 in
Otto Schulz, A Pair of Lounge Chairs, Jio Möbler, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By Jio, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 25.2 in
Pair of 2 Sculptural Danish Modern Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Pine, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art deco home deco.
A warm colour
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Pine
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in
Pair of Brazilian Modern Fiberglass Lounge Chairs, circa 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible pair of fiberglass lounge chairs were sourced in Rio, Brazil and recently imported
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Pair of Danish Channel-Back Club Chairs, c. 1940's
Located in Norwalk, CT
transitional period between traditional Art Deco and Scandinavian Mid-Century design. With a slight wingback
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Club Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, Henning Kjærnulf Style, 1960
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home deco.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Sirocco Lounge Chairs in Rosewood, Arne Norell, Ab Aneby, 1960s
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
deco home decor.
A warm colour and patina that pair well with the minimalist scandinavian lifestyle
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Beech & Lambswool, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style leans toward
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.86 in W 24.02 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak & Green Bouclé, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style leans toward
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 30.32 in W 28.75 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on functionality
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 30.71 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in
Danish Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 30.71 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Danish Modern Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Odense, DK
A magnificent sculptural pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the manner of Henning (Henry
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Wool
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak, Reupholstered, Viggo Boesen, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home deco.
With a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.59 in W 27.56 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak, Viggo Boesen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home deco.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this design style
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 37.41 in W 27.96 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Danish Modern Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in Odense, DK
brutalist pair will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Silk, Velvet
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Børge Mogensen, a Pair of "Spanish Chairs", Old Version, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
many interior styles. A modern, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 26.78 in W 31.89 in D 22.05 in
A Pair of Lounge Chairs, Bauhaus Style, Reupholstered in Bouclé, Germany, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Marcel Breuer
Located in Odense, DK
modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Vladimir Kagan Pair of Corkscrew Swivel Chairs for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly reupholstered in a soft and nubby white bouclé, this pair of 'Corkscrew' swivel chairs by
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 29 in W 36 in D 34 in
A Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Beech & Lambswool, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
design that will complement many interior styles. A modern, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
H 33.86 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in
Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Pair of Leather Rocking Chairs, c. 1997, Signed
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an Apt
Category
1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Danish Modern Highback Lounge Chairs in Style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
nice vintage lounge chairs fit in many interior styles. A Modern, Scandivinavian, Art Deco interior or
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 40.95 in W 33.08 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Club Chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Italy, c 1970, Signed
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly reupholstered pair of club chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, circa 1970s, features
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Åke Fribytter by Nelo Sweden Leather Lounge Chair
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
lighter settings. Pair it with bohemian-style furniture inspired by the Art Deco or Bauhaus eras for a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Exclusive Pair of Sleek Italian Armchairs with Curved Metal Base
Located in Miami, FL
.
Functional, practical and comfortable.
The legs are newly nickeled.
Art Deco, modernist, side chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Åke Fribytter by Nelo Sweden Leather Lounge Chair
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
lighter settings. Pair it with bohemian-style furniture inspired by the Art Deco or Bauhaus eras for a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
A Pair of Danish Modern, Sculptural Vintage Armchair in Oak and Papercord, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
impression that pairs well with many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art Deco
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Seagrass, Papercord, Oak
H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, Papa Bear Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Svend Skipper
Located in Odense, DK
Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on functionality, this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 39.38 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Swedish Mid Century Modern, Sculptural Rocking Chair in Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
deco or Scandinavian home decor.
A lovely furniture with a warm color and patina that pairs well with
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Pine
Hand Carved Primitive Stump Chair in Pine, Swedish Modern, Wabi Sabi, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
types of home decors. Perfectly suited for an Antique, Scandinavian or an Art Deco interior style.
A
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Primitive Stump Chair in Pine, Hand Carved, Swedish Modern, Wabi Sabi, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
types of home decors. Perfectly suited for an Antique, Scandinavian or an Art Deco interior style.
A
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in
Important Pierre Patout Mahogany Dining Chairs from S.S. Île de France, c. 1927
By Pierre Patout
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christie's label as can be seen in the last photo.
These Pierre Patout french art deco dining chairs
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 36.5 in W 23.25 in D 21 in
Sculptural Vintage Armchair in Oak and Leather, Danish Modern, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
pairs well with many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art Deco home decor.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
Set of 6 Brutalist Chairs in Pine & Wool, Reupholstered, Danish Modern, 1970s
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Rainer Daumiller
Located in Odense, DK
well with many types of interior styles. A Modern, Scandinavian, Classic or an Art Deco home decor
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine, Wool
H 36.62 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Francesco Lucianetti, Lounge Chairs in Leather & Elm, Italian Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 34.65 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Lounge Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
interior styles. A modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
With a heavy focus on
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
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There is a range of pair Scandinavian art deco chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct pair Scandinavian art deco chairs — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Pair Scandinavian art deco chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Pair Scandinavian art deco chairs made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Erik Chambert produced beautiful pair Scandinavian art deco chairs that are worth considering.
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Finding the Right seating for You
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.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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