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19thC Irish Button Back Artist Sitters Chair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1830
Early 19thC Irish tall ebonised button back artist portrait sitters chair - rexine
Category
Antique 1820s Irish Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Amateur Chair", Hand Crafted Maple Accent Chair
By Seth Keller
Located in Detroit, MI
Handcrafted and saw-milled with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite chair exudes warmth
Category
2010s North American Chairs
Materials
Maple
Nest Lounge Chair
By Autoban
Located in Kemankeş, 34
space and, embracing the sitter, resulting in a space of comfort and calm. Nest conveys safety and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak, Paint
19th Century Orkney Island Chair
Located in Austin, TX
This exquisite Orkney Island chair, a testament to traditional craftsmanship, beckons visitors to
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Lyndon Chair by Aleiya Olu
By Aleiya Olu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sitter’s own narrative. The chair holds its bearer with familiar care — celebrating the union between
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Georgian Leather Wing Chair Chesterfield Revival
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Georgian Revival Leather Wing Chair.
A leather wing chair is a classic piece of furniture typically
Category
Vintage 1920s Georgian Chairs
Materials
Leather
Customizable Gubi Bat Chair Designed by GamFratesi
By Gubi, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
editions are no different.
The rounded shells of both chairs embrace the sitter, making normal, active
Category
2010s Danish Chairs
Materials
Plastic
1st Edition Pierre Paulin Groovy Chairs by Artifort
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Toronto, ON
The Groovy chair, designed by Pierre Paulin, embodies the spirit of the 60's and 70's with its
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé
Customizable Bat Dining Chair Outdoor Designed by GamFratesi
By Gubi, GamFratesi Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
editions are no different.
The rounded shells of both chairs embrace the sitter, making normal, active
Category
2010s Danish Chairs
Materials
Plastic
"First" Chair by Michele De Lucchi
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the front legs of the simple stool, which forms the seat frame, almost completely engulfing the sitter
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax Chairs in Oak
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Willy Van Der Meeren for Tubax, chairs, metal, oak, Belgium, 1957.
This pair of industrial chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Original Ynvge Eckstrom for Illums Bolighus "Lamino" Lounge Chair
By Illums Bolighus, Yngve Ekström
Located in Norwalk, CT
over decades. The chair's silhouette, marked by fluid lines and ergonomic precision, cradles the sitter
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Nest Outdoor Chair
By Autoban
Located in Kemankeş, 34
space and, embracing the sitter, resulting in a space of comfort and calm. Nest conveys safety and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Jacques Henri Varichon Galaxie Chair for Steiner, France 1972
By Jacques Henri Varichon
Located in London, GB
The Galaxie chair, otherwise known as the Zig-Zag chair, is an inimitable design by the French
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
European Mid-Century Modern "Oyster" Chairs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These artistic chairs have a sculptural look that is often refereed to as an “oyster”. From Finn
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tripod Chair in Blue and Gray Resin, France 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This artisanal tripod chair is unique both visually and with regard to its material. Resin
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Resin
Art Deco Lounge Chair
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Jaques Adnet beautifully in style of proportioned deep sitter France Art Deco club chair with
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet, Upholstery
Finn Juhl Delegate's Chair
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Highland, IN
We feel that Finn Juhl's delegate's chair (or FJ51) is one of his most under appreciated designs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Lola Open Weave Chair
Located in Hollywood, FL
to circulate, keeping the sitter cool and comfortable, while the sensual shape of the chair provides
Category
2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Rustic Distressed Maple Cockfighting Betting or Sporting Chair Tri-Leg Base
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Rustic distressed maple cockfighting, betting, or sporting chair with tri-leg base
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Chairs
Materials
Rope, Maple
H 32 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Hand-Sculpted "Rainbow Chair" Low-Slung Chair, Nicholas Hamilton Holmes
By Hamilton Holmes Woodworking & Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted "Rainbow Chair" low-slung chair, Nicholas Hamilton Holmes
Dimensions: 37” D x 26” H
Category
2010s Canadian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Ash
Mid Century Folding Rope Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
either side of the chair, handles aid the sitter upon rising, lengthening the life and durability of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Cord
Albert Haberer Cherry Wood Chair for Hermann Fleiner, Germany, 1950s
By Albert Haberer, Hermann Fleiner
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Arts and Crafts chair is perhaps the most well-known model of German designer, Albert Haberer
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Albert Haberer Cherry Wood Chairs for Hermann Fleiner, Germany 1950s
By Albert Haberer, Hermann Fleiner
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of Arts and Crafts chairs is a version of the perhaps most well-known model of German
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Elda Chair by Joe Colombo
By Joe Colombo
Located in Dorchester, MA
sitter in a roomy, comfortable embrace. The entire lounge chair sits on a swiveling base.
Seat cushion
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Upholstery
George II Mahogany Wing Chair
Located in Reepham, GB
This antique English wing chair dates back to the early 18th century during the George II period
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Wingback Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Angular Lounge Chair / Armchair in Walnut After Nanna Ditzel, c. 1960s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Deland, FL
Simple yet not understated. This exquisite arm chair is unlike any we've ever come across
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 28.5 in
"Stora Kraal" Easy Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The "Stora Kraal" easy chair was originally designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist in 1952, and was
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
visually and in their execution. This beautiful pair of chairs is the visual epitome of the tribe’s talents
Category
Early 20th Century Ivorian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 23.63 in W 22.84 in D 14.38 in
Modern Italian Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
By Natuzzi
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Italian White Quilted Leather Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
Category
2010s Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
An Unusual Child's Planters Chair From the home of Micheal & Eleanora Kennedy
Located in Hudson, NY
This unusual teak child's planters chair comes from the home shared by Michael and Eleanora Kennedy
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 25.5 in W 19 in D 30 in
Lounge Chair in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
look to the design. With the slightly tilted backrest the chair invites the sitter to sit comfortably
Category
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Lola Open Weave Leather Chair
Located in Hollywood, FL
to circulate, keeping the sitter cool and comfortable, while the sensual shape of the chair provides
Category
2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Lola Open Weave Leather Chair
Located in Hollywood, FL
to circulate, keeping the sitter cool and comfortable, while the sensual shape of the chair provides
Category
2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Erik Bertil Karlén Curved Easy Chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
easy chair a beautiful representation of Swedish mid-century modern design history.
For this model
Category
Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.27 in W 28.15 in D 28.75 in
George Mulhauser for Plycraft Mr. Chair Wingback Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1960s
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! Equal parts comfort and style this iconic wingback Mr. Chair, designed by the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 41.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
Van Os Culemborg Lounge Chair
By Van Oss Culemborg
Located in Waalwijk, NL
G. Van Os for Van Os Culemborg, lounge chair, beech, fabric, The Netherlands, 1950s
This easy
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
"Mitt" Lounge Chair by Bernhardt Design
By Bernhardt Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
. It cradles the sitter but also provides plenty of support.
This chair was made circa 2020 and was in
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Harry Bertoia Child's Wire Chairs, Pair
Located in New York, NY
This charming pair of child's wire chairs by Harry Bertoia is a perfect way to introduce your child
Category
20th Century American Windsor Chairs
Materials
Metal
Danish Lounge Chair in Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
comfortable experience, stimulating the sitter to spend more time on it. The backrest of this chair is
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Tufted Mr. Chair with Star Base by George Mulhauser for Plycraft in Walnut 1960s
By George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts comfort and style this iconic Mr. Chair, designed by the acclaimed George Mulhauser, is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 36 in W 36 in D 36 in
Italian Wingback Chair in Mint Green Velour
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, velvet, beech, Italy, 1940s
Made in Italy, this lounge chair embraces a robust
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Italian Sculptural Lounge Chair in Cherry
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, pine, fabric, Italy, 1950s
This well-designed lounge chair features a characteristic
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Alvar Aalto Model 406 Lounge Chairs
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Highland, IN
Aalto's 1936 design, the model 406 lounge chair is a perfect example of understated Finnish design
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Bamboo Lounge Chair with Ottoman and Wingbacks
Located in Pasadena, CA
The bamboo lounge chair with ottoman and wingbacks is meticulously crafted from bamboo and cane
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
Post-Modern Bespoke French Barrel Chairs
By Ico Parisi
Located in Wilton, CT
Purchased at a vintage market outside of Paris, these chairs were brought back to a Connecticut
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Textile, Walnut
No*10 Rocking Chair, Michael Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in London, GB
A vintage No.10 bentwood and cane rocking chair in black lacquer by Thonet, Austria.
The Model No
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
Easy Chair in Beige Decorative Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, stained wood, fabric, Europe, 1950s
This easy chair with its soft edges, tufted
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Easy Chair in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
comfortable experience, stimulating the sitter to spend more time on it. The back rest of this chair has a
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair Modernist High Back Leather Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome pair of slipper lounge chairs, circa 1960's. Designed with a minimalist approach each
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede Lounge Chair in Camel Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede lounge chair, model 'S231', patinated leather, chromed metal, Switzerland, 1960s
This
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of Two '2' Horn Chairs by Karpen of California in New Bouclé, USA, c. 1960's
By Karpen of California
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts comfort and beauty, this set of iconic "Horn" chairs by Karpen of California has
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 29 in W 36 in D 28 in
Bulky Danish Lounge Chair in Mustard Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
the sitter. From the back, the chair has a surprisingly round shape. a nice detail are the buttons on
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Pair of Stylized Klismos Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
take on a classic slipper chair featuring low-slug Klismos form that envelops and hugs the sitter
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Toronto, ON
The "Tongue" lounge chair, part of the 1st edition by Pierre Paulin and produced in the 1960s by
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pierre Cardin Lounge Chair in Champagne Gold Velvet
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Cardin, easy chair, beige velvet, plastic, chrome, France, 1970s
This lounge chair is
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Characteristic Italian Lounge Chair in Striped Sand Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, fabric, Italy, 1970s.
This charming Italian club chair comes with a characteristic
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Hans Wegner Suite of Chairs Papa Bear
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A rare opportunity to purchase a matching set of Hans Wegner's most iconic and celebrated chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of "Mitt" Lounge Chair by Bernhardt Design
By Bernhardt Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
of a baseball glove. It cradles the sitter but also provides ample support.
The chairs were made
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
European Upholstered Lounge Chair, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
back is lightly bent and hugs a sitter in the manner of the famous Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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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.
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.
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