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Mid-Century Desgn Safari Chair by Hyllinge Møbler Denmark, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century desgn safari chair by Hyllinge Møbler Denmark, 1970’s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Gustavian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Wood
A Sigurd Resell "Falcon Chair", Vatne Møbler, Norway 1970's
By Sigurd Resell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A "Falcon" lounge Chair made by Sigurd Resell. Produced for Vatne Møbler, Norway, 1970's.
Wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Chrome & canvas "Apollo" chair by Leonart Bender for Charlton, 1970s.
By Milo Baughman, Lennart Bender, Charlton Company
Located in Kansas City, MO
‘Apollo’ chair designed by Leonnart Bender for the Charlton Company (Leominster, MA) for their
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Chair - Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz, 1970's
By Lammhults, Borge Lindau
Located in Bern, CH
Lammhults Model No. X75-2 Folding Easy Chair. Designed by Börge Lindau & Bo Lindenkrantz. Tubular
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.34 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Sigurd Ressell 'Falcon Chair' for Vatne Møbler, Norway 1970's
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
The Falcon Chair is an absolute masterpiece, designed by Sigurd Ressel and manufactured by Vatne
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 24.02 in D 33.08 in
1970s High Back Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressel
By Sigurd Resell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
High Back Falcon lounge chair by Sigurd Ressell. Made by Vatne, Mobler, Norway. 1970’s
Steel frame
Category
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1970s Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Turners Falls, MA
and wide canvas strapping. 1970’s
Delivery To NYC $425. Please inquire.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Meer, VAN
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch for Vatne Møbler Norway
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Birch
H 31.89 in W 30.71 in D 32.68 in
Sigurd Ressell Falcon Lounge Chair with Black Leather and Chrome Base 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare Falcon lounge chair with armrest and chrome steel base.
The cushions are upholstered with
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 32.29 in W 33.47 in D 29.53 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of 6 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Canvas, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in amstelveen, NL
A set of 6 walnut and canvas dining chairs, model Monk, for Molteni, Italy, 1970s.
The canvas seats
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
Lounge chair by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By Johan Bertil Häggström, IKEA
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair designed by John Bertil Häggström for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s.
Made in
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Model Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell. 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s. Chrome-plated steel frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Brazilian Móveis Gerdau Folding Safari Sling Chairs, circa 1970s
By Móveis Gerdau
Located in Peabody, MA
An elegant pair of folding safari chairs with original canvas slings, made by the Gerdau Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Wood
H 28.25 in W 23.25 in D 27 in
Leather 'Falcon' Sling Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
quality burgundy leather cushions that rest in a brown canvas sling.
The Falcon lounge chair, an iconic
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Arne Norell Ilona Oak and Cognac Leather Campaign Safari Chair, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Ilona campaign safari chair rendered in a turned oak frame with cognac leather back, side
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 31.5 in W 34 in D 32 in
1970s, Norwegian design, lounge chair with footstool, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design. Lounge chair with footstool. Original very good condition: no smells, no
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 30.32 in
1970s, Danish swivel chair, original condition, leather, chrome steel.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish swivel chair in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Adjustable seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 35.83 in W 32.68 in D 36.23 in
'Falcon' Easy Chair & Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Signed
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vatne Møbler circa 1970s. Giving a nod to hammocks, hanging chairs and other seating that specializes in
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
H 39.25 in W 31.5 in D 34 in
'Falcon' Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Signed
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
canvas slings.
The highback Falcon easy chair, an iconic piece of Norwegian design, was created by
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
H 39.25 in W 32.5 in D 33.5 in
1970s, Scandinavian design, lounge chair, original condition, brown leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood, Plywood
H 38.59 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in
J. Kastholm, JK 720 Lounge Chair for Kill International, 1970s
By Jørgen Kastholm, Knoll
Located in Renens, CH
for a short time during the 1970s by Alfred Kill’s company; it features a brushed steel frame, canvas
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mario Bellini Vintage Four Cream Dining Chair Armchair Tentazione Cassina 1970s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage four ( 4 ) dining room chairs or armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina 1970s Italy
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Upholstery
H 33.86 in W 28.75 in D 25.6 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Torbjørn Afdal, "Hunter" chair, leather, teak wood.
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Torbjørn Afdal, "Hunter" chair in original very good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Teak
H 30.71 in W 26.78 in D 30.32 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, chair with footstool model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair with footstool model "Siesta". Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 31.89 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
1970s, Brown Leather Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Brown leather lounge chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden. Original very good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas
1970s, Norwegian design by Tormod Alnæs for Sørlie Møbler, "Trega" lounge chair.
By Tormod Alnaes, Sørlie Møbler
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Tormod Alnæs for Sørlie Møbler, "Trega" loungechair. Original very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 34.65 in W 37.8 in D 33.47 in
1970s, Danish design by Brammin Møbler, "Focus" lounge chair, original very good
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design by Brammin Møbler. "Focus" lounge chair. Original very good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas
H 36.62 in W 29.14 in D 34.26 in
1970s, Pair of Two Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Brown leather lounge chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden. Original very good condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Hanging easy chair Gojan by Ib Arberg for ABRA Möbler, Sweden, 1970s
By Ib Arberg
Located in Oirlo, LI
Designed by IB Arberg and produced by IBAR Design in Sweden in the 1970s. Once you see one, you'll
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s, Swedish design by Ake Fribyter for Nelo, Kroken lounge chair, original.
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Swedish design by Ake Fribyter, "Kroken" lounge chair. Original upholstery in dark brown
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 35.04 in W 31.11 in D 37.41 in
1970s Paul Tuttle Nonna Rocking Chair for Strässle International Chrome Rocker
By Paul Tuttle, Strässle International
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This is a fine example of a “Nonna” rocking chair designed by Paul Tuttle in 1972 for Strässle
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 35.44 in W 22.45 in D 37.41 in
G23 Hoop Lounge Chair Design Piero Palange & Werther Toffoloni for Germa 1970s
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange, Germa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This hoop lounge chair was designed by Piero Palange and Werther Toffoloni for Germa.
The beech and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech
H 40.16 in W 29.93 in D 29.53 in
1970s Piero Palange & Werther Toffoloni for Germa of Italy G23 Hoop Lounge Chair
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange, Germa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
early 1970s. This example was upholstered in a canvas material, whereas the frame is Beech. It is in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech
H 40 in W 29 in D 30 in
1970s Joe Colombo 907 Folding Safari Chair in Linen, Leather, Wood and Steel
By Joe Colombo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chair features a linen canvas seat and back, and has natural-hued vachetta leather arm straps. One arm
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 29 in D 21.5 in
White Office Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Milano 1
Located in bruxelles, BE
Canvas armchair with aluminium base and castors. Stamped under the seat ICF. Height and tilt
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Light brown furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 30.71 in W 24.81 in D 33.47 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" with armrests.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Light brown furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 28.75 in D 32.68 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Harald Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 37.01 in W 31.89 in D 32.29 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa. Lounge chair in original
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.98 in W 26.38 in D 34.65 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Original good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 31.89 in W 24.81 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with new seat cushions.
Designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Norwegian lounge group of Falcon chairs by Sigurd Resell, 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very nice lounge group designed by Sigurd Resell in Norway during the 1970s.
Four loung chairs in
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Pair Swedish Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Easy Chairs, Cognac Colored Leather 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Dux
The chairs are made of lacquered steam bend beech stretched with canvas. Upholstery of reddish
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 37.8 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
1970s, Scandinavian design, chair in safari style, original condition, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Chair in safari style, original very good condition: no smells and no
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
H 30.32 in W 36.23 in D 35.04 in
1970s, Scandinavian Adjustable Lounge Chair, Brown Leather, Oak Wood
Located in Tarm, 82
Scandinavian adjustable lounge chair. Made in about 1970 by Swedish furniture manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1970s, Norwegian design, Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim.
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rybo Rykken
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design. Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 33.86 in
1970s, Swedish Design by Ake Fribyter for Nelo, Set of Two Kroken Lounge Chair
Located in Tarm, 82
70s, Swedish design by Ake Fribyter. Set of two Kroken lounge chair. Original upholstery in black
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 37.01 in
Yngve Eckstrom for Swedese Solid Pine & Canvas Lounge Chair Sweden 1970's
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Bergen op Zoom, NL
Very nice 1970s Swedish lounge chair in solid Pine wood with original natural raw canvas upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Pine
H 35.04 in W 34.26 in D 31.7 in
Ingmar Relling Style Lounge Chair, Norway, 1970's
By Arne Norell, Sigurd Ressell, Ingmar Relling
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brown lounge chair with brown faux-leather cushions and canvas back.
Attributed to Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Faux Leather, Plywood
Tubular leather lounge chair, Steiner, France 1970's
By Kwok Hoi Chan, Steiner, Pascal Mourgue
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Tubular lounge chair with canvas seating and black leather cushion by Steiner.
The cushion has been
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Red Leather and Black Lacquered Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in Hudson, NY
The 1970s at its best. Pair of sleek lounge chairs with a deep/bright red leather over black
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Danish Mid-Century Beech Laminate and White Canvas High Backed Lounge
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning sculptural design statement. This chair and footstool has a beech laminate frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 39.77 in
Leather Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo, Sweden, 1970s
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Westmaas, NL
This Swedish lounge chair from the 1970s has an ebonized, bent plywood cantilevered frame with
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Leather, Canvas
Karin Mobring "Diana" Safari Chair, Pine and Canvas, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hudson, NY
designer series supporting a recent Expansion out of Sweden. This safari chair was modeled after those used
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Canvas, Pine
Model Diana Lounge Chairs by Karin Mobring for Ikea, 1970s
Located in Tochovice, CZ
frame is made in lacquered pine, and the upholstery is made in canvas. They are in good vintage
Category
20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Canvas, Pine
Pair Modernist Brazilian Style Leather, canvas & wood lounge chairs c. 1970's
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair Modernist Pair Modernist Brazilian Style Leather, canvas & wood lounge chairs c. 1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
H 25 in W 25.5 in D 33 in
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1970s Canvas Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of 1970s canvas chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1970s canvas chairs — often made from fabric, canvas and wood — can elevate any home. 1970s canvas chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. 1970s canvas chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some 1970s canvas chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller 1970s canvas chairs, measuring 16.93 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1970s canvas chairs over the years, but those made by Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell and Dux of Sweden are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1970s Canvas Chairs?
Prices for 1970s canvas chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1970s canvas chairs begin at $450 and can go as high as $18,400, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.
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.
Questions About 1970s Canvas Chairs
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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