Swedish Cushion
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome, Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modern Swivel Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Folk Art Pillows and Throws
Wool
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Antique 1840s Swedish Western European Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Teak
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Canvas, Beech
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Antique 1840s Swedish Western European Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Space Age Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Benches
Velvet, Pine
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Armchairs
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofas
Pine
Early 2000s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton
Antique 18th Century Swedish Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Gustavian Loveseats
Birch
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Antique 19th Century Swedish Empire Benches
Wood, Paint
Antique 1820s Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Birch
Antique 19th Century Swedish Other Benches
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Down, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Pine
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
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Swedish Cushion For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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