$602Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Victorian 1880s "Fashion" Cast Iron & Maple School Desk Sidney Ohio
Located in Dayton, OH
Invented by company founder John D. Loughlin, this desk completely transformed American education by replacing uncomfortable, backless communal benches with organized, specialized st...
Cast Iron
$960Sale Price / item|25% Off
1 Vintage Midcentury Zographos Alpha Chair Black Leather Bronze Base
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
Nicos Zographos The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created by Nicos Zographos. He has produced more than 300 kinds of products...
Bronze
Armchair in Wood and Chrome, Style: Bauhaus, German, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair Wood and chrome Year: 1940 Country: Germany If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and ...
Chrome
Armchair in Wood and Chrome, Style: Bauhaus, German, 1940
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair Wood and chrome Year: 1940 Country: Germany We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at ...
Chrome
Rare "Horn" Desk / Accent Armchair in Beech, Folke Ohllson, DUX, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare "horn" chair designed by the influential Folke Ohlsson for the Swedish firm DUX. Recently and meticulously restored this sculptural chair, made from solid beech wo...
Beech
Rare "Horn" Accent Armchair in Beech by Folke Ohllson for DUX, Sweden, c. 1950s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare "horn" chair designed by the influential Folke Ohlsson for the Swedish firm DUX. Recently and meticulously restored this sculptural chair, made from solid beech wo...
Beech
2 Armchairs, 1950, Attributed Finn juhl, (They are delivered reupholstered)
By Finn Juhl
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Armchairs They are delivered reupholstered in fabric or leather Finn Juhl was born on 30 January 1912 to an authoritarian father who was a textile wholesaler representing several ...
Leather, Wood
$4,820Sale Price / set|20% Off
Midcentury Sofa and Wingback Chairs by Karl Nothelfer, 1957 ~ cherry wood ~
Located in Landshut, BY
Even the most distinguished American furniture companies, such as Miller and Knoll International, , use the skid as the main design feature of desks and chairs.
Fabric, Cherry, Upholstery
Set of 25, 1920 Industrial Envoy School Chairs
By American Seating
Located in Surrey, BC
1920 American seating company of Grand Rapids, Michigan, model 368, ergonomic envoy classroom chairs , made of pressed steel with molded plywood seats and backs - complete with adju...
Metal
One Vintage Midcentury Zographos Alpha Desk Chair
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created by Nicos Zographos. He has produced more than 300 kinds of products for thousands of...
Chrome
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H 38.25 in W 24.5 in D 22.5 in
MCM Black Vinyl Rolling Desk Chair Wood Arms by Arthur Umanoff for Madison #2635
By Madison Furniture, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age black vinyl desk armchair no. 2635 with wood arms and a five-prong cast aluminum base with casters by Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furnitur...
Aluminum
Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Bears Inkstand 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This charming antique Black Forest inkstand dates from circa 1880. Beautifully modelled, hand-carved from linden wood, with mother and baby bear on a naturalistically carved rocky...
Glass, Wood
Finland grey leather wood Domus Chair, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Artek
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding Domus Couple of chairs, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara as part of a series of furniture for the Domus Academica student residence complex in Helsinki. Its birch frame, wi...
Leather
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H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 54.73 in
1950s 'Diplomat' Pair of Chairs Style Finn Juhl for France and Son
By Finn Juhl
Located in Madrid, ES
1950s 'Diplomat' Pair of Chairs style Finn Juhl for France and Son Finn Juhl Pair of Chairs 20th century Nórdicos, in Brazilian rosewood from the 1950s, by Finn Juhl (Arch. Nórdico...
Rosewood
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H 37.75 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
6 Antique Grand Rapids Chair Co. William & Mary Walnut Dining Chairs Jacobean
By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
6 Grand rapids chair Company antique dining chairs, circa 1910-20s. Drawing inspiration from William & Mary and Jacobean styling. Made from walnut with a scrolled crest rail over spi...
Upholstery, Walnut
One Vintage Mid-Century Zographos Alpha Desk Chair
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created by Nicos Zographos. He has produced more than 300 kinds of products for thousands of...
Chrome
Arne Hovmand Olsen Sculptural Arm Chair, Early Edition
By Jutex, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
His furniture was sold only in Denmark but later found great success when it began to be exported to America. Hovmand-Olsen’s designs span seating, tables, and secretaries, all of w...
Brass
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International. Upholstered in gorgeous Sina Pearson fabric. Florence Knoll was a pioneering designer and entrepreneur who created the modern...
Stainless Steel
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H 35 in W 17.25 in D 19.25 in
Jim Geier for Vermont Folk Rocker Craftsman Oak Wood Block Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Jim Geier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These unique and interesting wood block chairs are by craftsman Jim Geier for his Vermont Folk Rocker Company, circa 1970s. Crafted from oak and rope, this set of 6 Shaker styled cha...
Rope, Oak
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H 73.04 in W 34.26 in D 14.18 in
Four circa 1880 Grand Rapids Bookcase & Chair Co Stamped Legal Library Bookcases
By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Ads from the 1910s and ‘20s show dining room furniture, living room, and hall furniture, and spinet desks in a wide range of period styles, including Spanish Renaissance, Spanish Got...
Hardwood
Art Deco Mohair Chaise by Kem Weber
By Kem Weber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This rare chaise/daybed was designed by the iconic furniture designer KEM Weber in the late 1920s-1930s. Weber created pieces known as "streamline moderne" with tubular polished chro...
Chrome
KEM Weber Airline Chair
By Kem Weber
Located in San Francisco, CA
From the private collection of Esprit founder, Susie Tompkins. This iconic chair was designed by KEM Weber in 1935. Born Karl Emanuel Martin Weber in Berlin, Germany, Weber initia...
Ash, Birch, PVC
1950s Industrial School Desk by American Seating, Refinished
By American Seating
Located in Alhambra, CA
Stellar 1950s Industrial-era school desk by American Seating. The single pedestal base features 4 locking drawers and an open storage cubby. Freshly powder-coated in grey and red wit...
Aluminum, Steel
$1,469
H 28 in W 22.5 in D 14.5 in
1920s Cast Iron and Wood Industrial Adjustable Table by Karl Manufacturing Co.
By Karl Manufacturing Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s cast iron and wood industrial examination side table by Karl Manufacturing Co. Recently salvaged from downtown Buffalo NY opticians. Nice vintage condition.Retains original red...
Iron
$2,450
H 31.3 in W 25.79 in D 24.02 in
Ennio Fazioli for MIM Roma Swivel Desk Armchair in Black Leather
By Ennio Fazioli, MIM Roma
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ennio Fazioli for Mim Roma, swivel office chair, leather, mahogany plywood, lacquered aluminum, plastic, Italy, 1960s In the early 1960s, MIM Roma saw a rise in the production of of...
Aluminum
$776
H 25.99 in W 43.31 in D 16.15 in
Antique French Double School Desk with Inkwells, Early 20th Century
Located in CHAMBLY, FR
A charming antique French double school desk crafted from solid oak, dating from the early 20th century. This authentic piece features a spacious desktop with two original inset inkw...
Wood, Beech, Oak
$1,387
H 53.15 in W 27.96 in D 27.56 in
Cofemo Office Chair, Black Leather, Post-Modern Design, Italy, 1980s
By Cofemo
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Very futuristic, elegant looking office chair made of thick saddle leather in very good condition. The black leather only shows slight signs of wear on the armrests. The leather is s...
Leather
$895
H 28.25 in W 33 in D 18.75 in
Late 19th Century Victorian English Small Writing Desk With Leather Inset
Located in High Point, NC
A handsome antique writing desk that carries the quiet romance of a well-lived life. Crafted in richly toned, dark wood—likely walnut or walnut-veneered hardwood—it features gracefu...
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
$1,039Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 27.5 in D 26 in
Leather Office Chair by Ward Bennett for Bricket Associates
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A classic desk chair in black leather by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates with original 5 star chrome base and rolling casters. Measurements taken at the lowest height setting. M...
Chrome
$4,249
H 30.32 in W 47.64 in D 34.65 in
Antique 4ft Victorian Partners Writing Table Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian Partners flame mahogany writing table, circa 1860. The rectangular top features a moulded edge with a striking inset gold-tooled green leather writing sur...
Brass
$1,849
H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 25.6 in
Restored Bauhaus Chair, by Mücke-Melder, Beech, Chromed Steel, Czech, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic and cleanly shaped tubular chair in the spirit of Bauhaus functionalism dates from the 1930s in Czechoslovakia and bears the signature of the prestigious manufacturer Müc...
Chrome, Steel
$6,025
H 44.1 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Rare vintage office chair in black leather by Otto zapf for Knoll international
By Otto Zapf
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Designed in the 1970s for Knoll International furniture, this Otto Zapf office chair exudes an air of comfort, featuring generously-padded, pillow-like cushions upholstered in its or...
Leather
$1,448
H 33.08 in W 21.46 in D 21.26 in
Bauhaus Chair: Metal & Wood, Mid-Century Modern, Netherlands, 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bauhaus chair by unknown designer, probably Gispen. Manufactured in Holland, circa 1930. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use.
Metal
$753 / item
H 34.26 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Kevi Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, Black Leather, 1960s Denmark
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kevi office chair designed by Jørgen Rasmussen. With height, tilt and other adjustments. New upholstered with black aniline leather.
Leather
19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table in Cast Iron
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this 19th century adjustable drafting table in cast iron. The top of the table are original and made in solid oak, supported by a finely cast iron base with a pair of wheels...
Iron
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...
Metal
$4,800
H 40 in W 51 in D 32 in
Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s American eagle drawing table by Keuffel & Esser Co. Overall dimensions: 32″ x 51″ Height range when top is flat: 37″ – 48″ Materials: Cast Iron & wood
Steel, Iron
$2,954
H 30.32 in W 23.82 in D 26.19 in
Restored Bauhaus Armchair, by H. Gottwald, Beech, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Bauhaus armchair originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1930s and was manufactured by the renowned designer Hynek Gottwald. The armchair is crafted from tubular chrome...
Chrome, Steel
$3,352 / item
H 30.71 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Bauhaus Cantilever Armchair by Hans Luckhardt, Chrome-Plated Metal, Stained Wood
By Hans & Wassili Luckhardt
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist cantilever chair SS 33 designed by Hans Luckhardt. Chromium-plated tubular steel and stained wood, c. 1930. This item is restored on request and available in different amo...
Chrome
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.
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