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Deck lounge Chair in by Fratelli Reguitti X Louis Vuitton, Italy, 1938
By Louis Vuitton, Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Hellouw, NL
A deck chair, designed in 1938 by Fratelli Reguitti in collaboration with Louis Vuitton, is a true
Category
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 45.28 in W 26.78 in D 45.28 in
Pirate Chrome and Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in New York, NY
Iconic design from Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykkin, flat bar chrome frame with brown leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Chrome
Black Leather T-Chair by Katavolos, Littell, & Kelley for Laverne International
By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Madrid, ES
Museum of Modern Art in New York.
On this chair, the black deck-dyed leather of the seat, which is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Steel
H 36.23 in W 40.95 in D 33.47 in
Edward Wormley Black Leather Janus Lounge Chair, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edward Wormley black leather Janus lounge ch air, Model 5701, Dunbar, 1957
ash, leather; 33.75 H
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Ash
Andrew Delfino for McGuire Rattan and Leather Armchairs or Dining Chairs, a Pair
By McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
leather seat backs and leather cushions placed over a stick deck. Classic and contemporary, the chairs
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
H 36 in W 23 in D 24 in
Transat Chair With Black Leather, Design Eileen Gray 1927, France ca. 1975
By Eileen Gray
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
1927 as deck chair for her and her´s partner - Rumanian architect Jean Badovici - famous villa E 1027
Category
Late 20th Century French Bauhaus Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Brass, Nickel
H 31.1 in W 41.7 in D 21.7 in
Woodard Wrought Iron Outdoor Chair Pincrest Pattern
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
This beautifully designed and well thought out Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Chair by Russell Woodard
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
McGuire Rattan Target Arm Chairs or Dining Chairs, a Pair
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
have a loose cushion with vintage fabric that rests on a stick deck, and each chair retains the McGuire
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius for Poul Bachmann 'PB10' Lounge Chair
By Poul Bachmann, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, this chair embodies a striking resemblance to a deck chair, characterized by its sleek and open
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 26.38 in W 29.14 in D 33.86 in
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius for Poul Bachmann 'PB10' Lounge Chairs
By Poul Bachmann, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
same year, this chair embodies a striking resemblance to a deck chair, characterized by its sleek and
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 26.38 in W 29.14 in D 33.86 in
Elinor McGuire Rattan Target Arm Chairs or Dining Chairs, a Pair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
have a loose cushion with vintage fabric that rests on a stick deck, and each chair retains the McGuire
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
A Pair of McGuire San Francisco Rattan Target Arm Chairs or Dining Chairs
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
have a loose cushion with vintage fabric that rests on a stick deck, and each chair retains the McGuire
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
1930´S Pair of Art Deco Deck Chairs in Aluminum and Leather - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Pair of Art Deco deck chairs, aluminum and new cow leather upholstery,
Italy, c. 1930.
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Elinor McGuire Rattan Caned Barrel Back Arm Chairs, a Pair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
rests on a caned deck, and each chair retains the McGuire San Francisco brass plaque. Seat height is 20
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco Rattan Dining Chairs, a Pair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
stick deck and generous seats. Chair splats have a geometric directional or arrow design. The seat
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s McGuire San Francisco Rattan Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs, a Pair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
loose cushion with vintage fabric that rests on a stick deck, and each chair retains the McGuire San
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Cane
Mid-Century Modern Salterini Pair Neva-Rust Patio Dining Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern Neva-Rust patio dining chairs by Salterini comprised of their
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco Rattan Dining Chairs, a Set of 4
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
patina, a stick deck and generous seats. Chair splats have a geometric directional or arrow design. The
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s McGuire San Francisco Rattan Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs, a Set of Four
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
vintage fabric that rests on a stick deck, and each chair retains the McGuire San Francisco brass plaque
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
H 31 in W 22.5 in D 23 in
Italian Modern Wood and Leather Tripolina Folding Deck Chair by Citterio, 1970s
By Antonio Citterio
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern solid wood, metal and leather Tripolina folding deck chair by Citterio, 1970s
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Metal
H 41.34 in W 27.56 in D 33.47 in
Woodard "Pincrest" Dining Chairs
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Denton, TX
designs in the 1950s. These chairs have a very attractive curved backs and legs. Faux leather green
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
Woodard Wrought Iron Outdoor Bouncer Chair Pinecrest Pattern
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
This beautifully designed and well thought out Vintage Wrought Iron Patio Chair by Russell Woodard
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Set of Four Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Chairs, circa 1940
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of 4 Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini iron garden patio dining chairs. Featuring welded
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
MCM Outdoor PVC Side Chairs Yellow Vinyl Upholstery, Decorion Fun Furnish, Pair
By Landes Manufacturing Co., Jerry Johnson
Located in Topeka, KS
Fun pair of MCM Mid-Century Modern white PVC side chairs with a yellow vinyl upholstery by Decorion
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Faux Leather, PVC
H 29 in W 23 in D 23 in
Modernist 1950s Rattan Table and Chair by Rohe Noordwolde the Netherlands
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A lovely genuine vintage modernist rattan table and chair handcrafted by the wicker craftsman of
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Faux Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
H 25.6 in W 25.99 in D 24.02 in
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
leather, the Red Chair was far from an imitation. Other important works include The Propeller Stool (1927
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 35.83 in W 51.97 in D 31.11 in
1970's, Brown Jordan Rattan Dining Table & Chair Set
By Brown Jordan
Located in Southampton, NJ
chairs with new vintage stock Sunbrella upholstery, foam and decking on original casters. The matching
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Glass
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Off White Leather Small Sofa Attributed to Ekornes
By Ekorness
Located in Topeka, KS
, zippered, and wearing a lovely off white leather. And there are hidden Velcro strips on the sofa deck and
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
H 32.5 in W 68 in D 36 in
Set of Six Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Outdoor Dining Chairs in Chestnut
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Hamburg, PA
Knoll. These vintage dining chairs have a chestnut aluminum frame with mesh and leather seats. This
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 29.5 in W 23.25 in D 24.5 in
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Ash
H 35.83 in W 77.17 in D 31.11 in
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 35.44 in W 24.02 in D 21.66 in
Campaign Island Style Rattan Lounge Chair & Ottoman Style Ficks Reed & McGuire
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Topeka, KS
replaced some missing leather wrap, replaced fabric decking cover over springs, and given them a fresh coat
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Metal
H 34 in W 24 in D 32.5 in
Very Rare Midcentury circa 1950s French Faux Bois Garden Table & Four Chairs
Located in GB
and four chairs
A very good looking suite, this is completely unrestored, with a patination to die
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Cast Stone
H 28.55 in W 39.97 in D 29.53 in
1960's McGuire Hexagon Rattan Coastal Dining Table
Located in Southampton, NJ
& laced leather enhanced joinery. 47" Hexagon shape comfortably seats six. Glass top can be arranged upon
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Vintage Metal Cache Pot - Designer: Matthieu Matégot - Period: 20th
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Mathieu MATEGOT is renowned for his innovative use of a wide range of materials, including wood, leather
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20th Century French Other Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Metal
McGuire Set of Four Armchairs
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
cushions supported by a cane seat deck.
33.5"h X 22"w X 18"d
*Also available is the expanding game
Category
1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rattan
Mid-Century Matte Black Cast Aluminum Dining Set, Newly Refurbished
By Russell Woodard
Located in Doylestown, PA
"leathered" texture. The distinctive slate and matte black finish come together to create a stunning, modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Slate, Aluminum
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Janus Chair
By Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
brown glazed leather has a beautiful patina which can not be replicated. Chair has Dunbar deck cloth.
Category
1950s American Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Wood, Leather
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Fireside Chair & Pouf in Cognac Leather, TOP QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage fireside chair and pouf, beautifully reupholstered in our signature Full
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 71.66 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Fireside Chair and Pouf in Black Leather, TOP QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage fireside chair and pouf, beautifully reupholstered in our signature Full
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 71.66 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset 2 TOGO Chairs & 1 Pouf in Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage 2 fireside chairs and 1 pouf, beautifully reupholstered with our signature
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 55.12 in W 34.26 in D 80.32 in
Janus Wing Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Janus by Edward Wormley. Leather Upholstery and signed with the original decking.
Category
1950s American Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Fireside in natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered with our signature full grain cognac
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Fireside in Natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage Fireside chair, beautifully reupholstered with our signature full grain
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset Loveseat TOGO in natural Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage Loveseat, beautifully reupholstered in our signature Full Grain black leather
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 51.58 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Full Grain Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage pouf, beautifully reupholstered with our signature full grain black leather
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO 3-seater in natural Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
leather.
Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Ligne Roset, France and designed by Michel Ducaroy in
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 68.51 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Corner in Full Grain Black Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
leather.
Original genuine vintage "Togo" produced by Ligne Roset, France and designed by Michel Ducaroy in
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Rose TOGO Corner Seat in natural Cognac Leather, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage Corner Seat, beautifully reupholstered with our signature cognac leather
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Leather, Foam
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset 2 TOGO Fireside Seats & 1 Pouf in Black Leather #1 QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage 2 fireside chairs and one pouf, beautifully reupholstered with our signature
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Foam, Leather
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 111.82 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge Chair in Durable Hydro Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in beautifully reupholstered in our
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge Chair in durable Sepia Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in beautifully reupholstered in our
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Durable Bermuda Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Stain Free Banana Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Durable Captain Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Stain Free Walnut Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Durable Mandarin Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
Certified Ligne Roset TOGO One Seat in Durable Chartreuse Fabric Diamond Quality
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in beautifully reupholstered in our
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO Lounge in Our Stain Free Plum Fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in our brand new, stain free
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
CERTIFIED Ligne Roset TOGO lounge in Durable Sangria fabric, DIAMOND QUALITY
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Ostend, BE
Iconic French vintage lounge chair, beautifully reupholstered in beautifully reupholstered in our
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Deck Chair
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 27.56 in W 34.26 in D 40.16 in
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Vintage Leather Deck Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage leather deck chair for your home. Frequently made of animal skin, metal and fabric, every vintage leather deck chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage leather deck chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage leather deck chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage leather deck chair over the years, but those crafted by Florence Knoll, Richard Schultz and Hans J. Wegner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Vintage Leather Deck Chair?
A vintage leather deck chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,590, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $9,500.
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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