1960s De Sede Leather Turtle
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare turtle shaped ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede. Circa 1960s. Very heavy and well made. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather
1960s De Sede
1960s De Sede "DS-101" Leather Lounge Chair
By De Sede
Located in Medina, OH
Known from the James Bond movie "On Her Majesty's Secret Service", De Sede high quality leather
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
CIR 1960's DE SEDE DS-44 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIR & OTTOMAN
$6,826 / set
H 28.75 in W 34.26 in D 34.65 in
CIR 1960's DE SEDE DS-44 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIR & OTTOMAN
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored Mid Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS44 armchair with matching ottoman which is part of a
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
1960s De Sede Style Italian Leather Lounge Chair Pair
By De Sede
Located in Chula Vista, CA
, Leather Padded Made in Italy manner of De Sede. Stamped: Made in Italy. Dimensions: 41 tall x 31 d x 25.5
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
$11,032
H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 37.01 in
RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored Mid Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS47 sofa which is part of a larger collection Please
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DE SEDE DS44 RECLINiNG BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS & SOFA SUITE
$20,685 / set
H 27.96 in W 54.53 in D 34.65 in
DE SEDE DS44 RECLINiNG BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS & SOFA SUITE
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored suite of Mid Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS44 armchairs with matching sofa which is part
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS44 sofa set, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of gorgeous leather DS44 sofas from De Sede consisting of a 2 and 3 seater sofa. De Sede
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Tan Patchwork Leather Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful tan colored leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated black leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1960s Swiss Leather Armchair By De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing the quintessence of luxury and comfort with this 1960s Swiss leather armchair by De
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Armchairs
Materials
Leather
De Sede Blood Red Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous blood red leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant light-coloured tan leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century "Ds-101" Lounge Chair by De Sede, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century reclining club chair by De Sede, 1960s. Original black leather upholstery with braided
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Oversized De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
$2,200 / item
H 13 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Oversized De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated black leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with triangular patchwork and a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Leather Patchwork Pouf from De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede pouf from 1960s. We have the same pouf in black as you can
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1960s Whipstitch Sofa Brown Leather after De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Chula Vista, CA
style of Swiss De Sede 85 W 29 H x 36 D, Seat 17 H, Arm rest 24, deep seat. Original preowned vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede, Tan Leather Two-Seater Sofa, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Compact two-seater sofa in natural tan leather. Its soft cushions and patina highlight Swiss luxury craftsmanship
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
PAIR OF RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
$12,342
H 28.75 in W 34.26 in D 36.42 in
PAIR OF RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored Mid Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS47 armchairs which are part of a larger collection
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Swiss Leather Sofa Ds 86 By De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Swiss leather DS-86 sofa by De Sede exemplifies the brand’s commitment to exceptional
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
1960s Swiss Leather Sofa Ds 86 By De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This piece is a 1960s Swiss Leather Sofa DS-86 by De Sede, a celebrated example of mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
1960s Swiss Leather Sofa Ds 47 By De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Swiss leather DS-47 sofa by De Sede is an iconic example of the brand’s masterful
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Black Leather Patchwork Pouf from De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede pouf from 1960s. We have the same pouf in ivory color as
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
De Sede "DS-101" Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1960s
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 42.13 in D 33.47 in
De Sede "DS-101" Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare De Sede high quality leather lounge armchair DS 101 with ottoman. Very comfortable - the
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Choco Brown Leather Patchwork Pouf with Storage Space from De Sede, 1960s
$1,507
H 13.78 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Choco Brown Leather Patchwork Pouf with Storage Space from De Sede, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede pouf from 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
DS 35 Armchair in Brown Leather by De Sede, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Barcelona, ES
DS 35 office armchair designed and produced in 1960's by De Sede, Switzerland. Upholstered in extra
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sofa DS-61 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s. Good vintage condition with signs of usage.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS31 Sofa & 2x DS31 Lounge Chair Cognac 1970s
$15,000 / set
H 29.93 in W 36.23 in D 32.29 in
Vintage De Sede DS31 Sofa & 2x DS31 Lounge Chair Cognac 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Aachen, NW
the 1960s by the De Sede design team and produced by De Sede in Switzerland in the 1970s. The living
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
LUXURIOUS PAIR OF ART DECO FULLY RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CLUB ARMCHAIRs
$8,205 / set
H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 43.9 in
LUXURIOUS PAIR OF ART DECO FULLY RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CLUB ARMCHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
have folded leather seams all round which look very much like the 1960's De Sede chairs The chairs
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
A Pair of Robert Haussmann for De Sede DS-201 Mid Century Tan Leather Chairs
$6,598 / set
H 29.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
A Pair of Robert Haussmann for De Sede DS-201 Mid Century Tan Leather Chairs
By De Sede, Robert Haussmann
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
achieved through time worn use. Crafted in Switzerland in the 1960s, the exceptional De Sede quality is a
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s Skipper Mobler Leather and Rosewood Settee
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
creates a wonderful design and excellent comfort. Denmark, 1960’s Full length sofa also available
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
$3,860 / set
H 29.53 in W 34.26 in D 34.26 in
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchairs, Germany, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern leather armchairs, Germany 1960s. Mid-Century Modern leather
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Model Ds-86 Leather Lounge Chair by Desede
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Era: 1960s Materials: Leather
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Italian Coffee Table in Leather and Glass in the style of De Sede, 1960s
$1,200
H 16 in W 30 in D 30 in
Italian Coffee Table in Leather and Glass in the style of De Sede, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian square coffee table from the 1970s, fully wrapped in hand-stitched cognac leather with a mirrored glass top. The warm, natural tone of the leather develops a beautifu...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather
Recent Sales
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable vintage 1960s De Sede S 231
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair and Ottoman, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair and Ottoman, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable vintage 1960s De Sede S 231
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Original 1960’s Leather 3 seater Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An original 1960’s leather 3 seater sofa by De Sede, Switzerland with trademark leather X stitch
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Original 1960’s Pair of Leather Swivel Armchairs by De Sede
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Original 1960’s Pair of Leather Swivel Armchairs by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An original 1960’s pair of leather swivel armchairs by De Sede, Switzerland with trademark leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Lounge Chairs
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960`s
Unavailable
H 22.45 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960`s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
full set of bolster patchwork cushions. Built in the 1960s to incredibly high standards by de Sede
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage DS-80 Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage patchwork leather daybed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s. Sits on an ebonoized walnut wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Rh 302 Two Seater Leather Sofa and Armchair for De Sede, Switzerland, 1960`s
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 61.03 in D 35.44 in
Rh 302 Two Seater Leather Sofa and Armchair for De Sede, Switzerland, 1960`s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
Robert Haussman RH 302 for De Sede two seater sofa and armchair, Switzerland, late 1960s. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 20.48 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, the daybed stands on a wooden frame and is
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 22.45 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
cushions. Hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, the daybed is upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 22.45 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
cushions. Hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, the daybed is upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland and upholstered in stunning soft patchwork
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Vintage De Sede DS 80 Patchwork Leather Daybed, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland and upholstered in stunning soft patchwork
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 84.65 in D 29.53 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this rare iconic sofa is extremely
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 84.65 in D 29.53 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
built in the late 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this rare iconic sofa is extremely
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Sofa, Daybed and Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 76.78 in D 30.71 in
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Sofa, Daybed and Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
available in this color and hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this versatile
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s to incredibly high standards by de Sede craftsman in Switzerland. The iconic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s to incredibly high standards by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland. The iconic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchairs, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Pair of De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchairs, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare pair of original vintage de Sede DS 35 Executive
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Two-Seat Sofa “DS-2011” by De Sede Factory Design, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 74.81 in D 32.29 in
Two-Seat Sofa “DS-2011” by De Sede Factory Design, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria
Two-seat sofa “DS-2011/12” by De Sede Factory Design, Switzerland, 1960s. Upholstered with black
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 30.71 in
De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Desk Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
. Hand built in the 1960s to incredibly high standards by de Sede craftsman in Switzerland. The iconic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage lounge
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Leather Daybed and Sofa / Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Leather Daybed and Sofa / Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
and built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this versatile retro daybed doubles up as
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Leather Armchairs, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Leather Armchairs, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
An ultra rare and highly desirable pair of De Sede S 231 vintage leather swivel armchairs. Built in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Lounge Armchair, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage lounge
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Leather Sofa, Daybed and Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 76.78 in D 30.71 in
Vintage De Sede DS 85 Leather Sofa, Daybed and Loveseat, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
and hand built in the 1960s by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this versatile daybed doubles up as a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 44.89 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive armchair on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive swivel armchair
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 44.89 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive armchair on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 44.89 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive armchair on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Robert Haussmann RH 302 Three Seater Sofa for de Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
Robert Haussmann RH 302 Three Seater Sofa for de Sede, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you a highly coveted original Robert Haussmann De Sede RH 302 three
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
De Sede Sofa DS 61 in Dark Brown Leather, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Beautiful dark brown leather sofa DS 61 by De Sede Schweiz, circa 1960. Beautiful details such as
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 44.89 in W 31.11 in D 30.71 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive armchair on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
Unavailable
H 45.28 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive Swivel Armchair on Castors, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you a extremely rare vintage De Sede DS 35 Executive armchair on
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable original de Sede S 231 vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 swivel leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
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H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage De Sede S 231 James Bond Swivel Armchair with Ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you an ultra-rare and highly desirable De Sede S 231 vintage swivel
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Pair of De Sede S231 James Bond Armchairs with Ottoman, 1960s
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H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Pair of De Sede S231 James Bond Armchairs with Ottoman, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
Pair of De Sede s231 swivel leather lounge armchairs with an ottoman. Manufactured in 1960s by the
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Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 85 Sofa and Daybed
By De Sede
Located in Stockholm, Sweden
The DS-85 was manufactured in the 1960s by De Sede in Switzerland. This versatile sofa or loveseat
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Materials
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De Sede Patinated Cognac Leather Love Seat Model DS 101, Swiss 1960s
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H 27.96 in W 73.63 in D 37.41 in
De Sede Patinated Cognac Leather Love Seat Model DS 101, Swiss 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
De Sede Patinated Cognac leather love seat Model DS 101, Swiss 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Swiss Three-Seater Sofa in Caramel Leather with Steel Base by De Sede, 1960s
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H 27.56 in W 90.56 in D 29.53 in
Swiss Three-Seater Sofa in Caramel Leather with Steel Base by De Sede, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
base by De Sede, Switzerland. Very unique, this style of sofa is great for a room with a distinctive
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Rare De Sede DS-31 Midcentury Leather Sofa with Four Seats, 1st Version, 1960s
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H 28.35 in W 108.27 in D 31.5 in
Rare De Sede DS-31 Midcentury Leather Sofa with Four Seats, 1st Version, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Hamburg, DE
leather manufacturer and luxury Swiss brand De Sede. + Very rare DS-31 version with 4 seats and with
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Swiss De Sede DS 35 Executive Leather Swivel Armchair on castors, 1960s
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H 45.28 in W 30.32 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Swiss De Sede DS 35 Executive Leather Swivel Armchair on castors, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Zurich, CH
Hand built to incredibly high standards by De Sede craftsman in Switzerland. The swivel armchair
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Swiss Leather RH-304 Chairs by Robert Haussmann for De Sede, 1960s, Set of Two
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H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in
Swiss Leather RH-304 Chairs by Robert Haussmann for De Sede, 1960s, Set of Two
By Robert Haussmann, De Sede
Located in Warsaw, PL
De Sede. This set is hand built in the 1960s, these pieces are upholstered in thick black buffalo
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
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H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 21.66 in
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
By Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
manufactured in Switzerland by de Sede during the 1960s. The set is upholstered in brown leather with a velvet
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Chrome
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
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H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 21.66 in
De Sede RH304 Chairs Designed by Trix Robert Hausmann, Switzerland, 1960's
By Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
manufactured in Switzerland by de Sede during the 1960s. The set is upholstered in brown leather with buttons
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Desede DS50 Executive Lounge Chair, Cream Leather, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Melville, NY
Not much to say here, other than wow. Vintage DeSede DS50 Executive Lounge Chair in very good condition, finished in cream leather. A rare combination in this color, with swivel bottom.
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1960s De Sede DS11 Modular Patchwork Sofa
By De Sede
Located in North Charleston, SC
A stunning vintage sofa from the 1960s made in Switzerland by the popular company De Sede. This
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Vintage 1960s European Sectional Sofas
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Leather
1960s, de Sede, Leather Daybed/Sofa, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful couch/sofa bed of 'de Sede' created in Switzerland. The pretty solid leather is
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
Stunning circa 1960's De Sede DS-35 Brown Leather Swivel Armchair Hand Stitched
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H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 29.53 in
Stunning circa 1960's De Sede DS-35 Brown Leather Swivel Armchair Hand Stitched
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Mid-Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s De Sede Sofa in Black Leather – Swiss Craftsmanship with Timeless Elegance
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H 30.71 in W 108.67 in D 37.41 in
1960s De Sede Sofa in Black Leather – Swiss Craftsmanship with Timeless Elegance
By De Sede
Located in Lejre, DK
This sofa from the 1960s was produced by the Swiss company De Sede, known for their craftsmanship
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Swiss Leather Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
the 1960s, De Sede hand-crafts unique sofas with a trademarked attention to detail and precision. This
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Materials
Leather
de Sede 1960s Leather 2 Seater Sofa & Lounge Chair Set
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage 1960s De Sede set, featuring a two-seater sofa and matching armchair in luxurious cognac
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage de Sede S 231 Leather armchair & ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
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H 39.38 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Vintage de Sede S 231 Leather armchair & ottoman, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Oirlo, LI
Ultra-rare and highly desirable original vintage 1960s De Sede S 231 James Bond swivel lounge
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960's Vintage Leather De Sede DS 61 Armchair
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
DS 61, it was made in Switzerland and dates from the 1960-70’s. As with all De Sede furniture, the
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Materials
Leather
1960's, Vintage Leather De Sede Ds 61 Sofa
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
model DS 61, it was made in Switzerland and dates from the 1960-70’s. As with all De Sede furniture
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Materials
Leather
De Sede Daybed, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Authentic De Sede 80 leather daybed. Switzerland 1960s. The daybed features a patchwork leather
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Wood
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1960s De Sede For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 1960s de sede available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, every 1960s de sede was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a 1960s de sede — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1960s de sede, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 1960s de sede has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by De Sede, Robert Haussmann and Charles Stendig are consistently popular.
How Much is a 1960s De Sede?
A 1960s de sede can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,318, while the lowest priced sells for $339 and the highest can go for as much as $18,600.
De Sede for sale on 1stDibs
A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.
At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.
De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.
Find authentic de Sede seating, tables and decorative objects today on 1stDibs.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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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