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Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original green leather and black frame
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather

Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
$16,305
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Two-Seater Sofa in Patinated Olive Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, leather, wood, Sweden, circa 1964. This sofa is refined, modern and with a
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in LEWES, GB
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in original patinated green leather. Made by Norell
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

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Brass

Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather, 3 Seats, Denmark 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s. This comfortable three seats sofa is
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood, Upholstery, Teak

Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler AB Era: 1960s Materials: Beech
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

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Leather, Beech

Arne Norell, Pair of Sirocco Lounge Chairs, Leather & Rosewood, AB Aneby, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful example of Arne Norells "Sirocco" chairs in green leather and rosewood. Designed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

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Olive Green Arne Norell "Kontiki" Safari Settee and Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Completely original stunning olive green Arne Norell safari settee and ottoman. Made of European
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Pair of Arne Norell 'Sirocco' Safari Rosewood and Green Leather Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of vintage 'Sirocco' safari chairs, produced circa 1960s by Swedish designer Arne Norell for
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Brass

Arne Norell Merkur Sofa in Buffalo Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model name "Merkur". Produced by Arne Norell Möbler, Sweden. Rare green color. Excellent vintage
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather

Arne Norell Merkur Sofa in Buffalo Leather
Arne Norell Merkur Sofa in Buffalo Leather
H 28.75 in W 76.78 in D 37.8 in
Arne Norell Inca Chair with Ottoman in Olive Green Leather
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Madrid, ES
Arne Norell "Inca" easy chair manufactured by Norell Möbel AB, labeled. Frame in stained beech wood
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Beech

Midcentury Arne Norell Inca Footstool Ottoman Beech Green Leather Swedish 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A beautiful example of a 1960s “Inca” ottoman by Arne Norell in stained beech and original green
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Leather, Beech

"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather, 1970s Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather - 1970s Swedish Masterpiece" A
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Midcentury Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair Swedish 1960
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A beautiful example of a 1960s Arne Norell “Sirocco” Safari chair in green leather and rosewood
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

70s Pair Swivel Chairs By Arne Norell In Sturdy Olive Green Buffalo Leather
By Norell Möbel AB
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely comfortable pair swivel chairs by Arne Norell For Norell Möbler AB in Sweden from the
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather

Scandinavian Mid Century Green Leather and Wood Loveseat by Coja
By Coja Culemborg, Arne Norell
Located in Lutz, FL
to Arne Norell c.1960’s. Olive Green Leather on a dark stained beechwood frame. Leather strap details
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Leather, Beech

Green Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Fantastic safari chair in military green original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather

Green Leather Ari Lounge Chair by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Utrecht, NL
Beautiful polished bespoke green leather Ari lounge chair and footstool by Swedish designer Arne
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Green Leather Ari Lounge Chair by Arne Norell
Green Leather Ari Lounge Chair by Arne Norell
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 25.6 in
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1970s. This comfortable sofa is designed by
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Oak

Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Easy Chairs in Green Leather by Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Leather

Arne Norell Lounge Chair in Patinated Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, high back lounge chair, leather, wood, Sweden, 1960s. Wonderful comfortable
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Arne Norell Easy Chairs in Green Tufted Leather by Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs in dark stained beech and tufted green leather designed by Arne Norell
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Leather

Arne Norell ‘Mexico’ Lounge Chair in Olive Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Arne Norell Möbel AB, lounge chair model ‘Mexico’, leather, beech, Sweden, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Vintage Arne Norell Kontiki Olive Green Leather Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Arne Norell in 1970, the Kontiki sofa was inspired by safari furniture
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Sofas

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Leather, Beech

Excellent Two-Seater Sofa with Green Leather by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Excellent two-seater sofa with green leather by Arne Norell. Two-seater sofa by Swedish designer
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Teak

Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chairs in Rosewood and Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs model Sirocco designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass

Arne Norell Safari Chair, Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in LEWES, GB
Nicely aged original Arne Norell safari chair, green leather and wood frame, Sweden, 1970s. The
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Pair of Easy Chairs in Beech, Green Leather and Brass by Arne Norell, 1960′S
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Beech, Green Leather and Brass by Arne Norell, 1960s Additional
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Brass

Arne Norell Safari Sirocco Chairs, Rosewood and Green Leather, Sweden, 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in LEWES, GB
A pair of late 1960s Arne Norell safari sirocco chairs in stunning rosewood and green leather
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Arne Norell Ari Chair and Ottoman in Rare Green Leather, 1970s, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in LEWES, GB
Super rare green leather Ari lounge chair and ottoman, 1970s, Sweden, designed by Arne Norell for
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Arne Norell, Ab Aneby, "Sirocco" Safari Chair in Rosewood & Green Leather, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful example of Arne Norells "Sirocco" chair in green leather and rosewood. Designed
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

A pair of Arne Norell Safari Sirocco Chairs, Sweden, 1960s (free shipping)
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in LEWES, GB
An original pair of Arne Norell safari sirocco chair in green leather, 1960s, Sweden. Leather has a
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

70s Swivel Chair By Arne Norell Möbel AB In Sturdy Olive Green Patchwork Leather
By Norell Möbel AB
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely comfortable swivel chair by Arne Norell For Norell Möbler AB in Sweden. The chair is
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Arne Norell Green Leather Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Malmo, SE
A pair of Arne Norell chairs in green leather, produced by Norell AB. These chairs are in very good
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Pair of Arne Norell Green Leather Lounge Chairs
Pair of Arne Norell Green Leather Lounge Chairs
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa in Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tufted, three-seat sofa in original, olive-green leather by Arne Norell.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa in Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tufted, three-seat sofa in original, oilve-green leather by Arne Norell.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Midcentury Arne Norell "Jupiter" Chair in Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Malmo, SE
Midcentury green leather lounge chair by Swedish designer Arne Norell. The model is called Jupiter
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Sirocco Chairs by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of Sirocco Chairs by Swedish designer Arne Norell in jacaranda wood with green leather
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20th Century Swedish Lounge Chairs

Pair of Sirocco Chairs by Arne Norell
Pair of Sirocco Chairs by Arne Norell
H 26 in W 26 in D 25.5 in
Midcentury Arne Norell Three-Seat Green Leather Sofa "Jupiter"
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Malmo, SE
Large three-seat sofa by Swedish designer Arne Norell. This sofa has original tufted green leather
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather

Pair of Sirocco Safari Chairs, Leather and Ash, Arne Norell, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Hudson, NY
This is my favorite incarnation of the iconic Sirocco safari chair designed by Arne Norell - light
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Ash, Leather

Arne Norell Settee
Located in Wainscott, NY
Arne Norell Settee. Original Olive Green Leather w/ Brass Buckles. Very Comfortable.
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Vintage 1960s Sofas

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Mahogany, Silk, Leather

Arne Norell Settee
Arne Norell Settee
H 29 in W 58 in D 32 in
Arne Norell Kontiki Sofa with Green Leather, circa 1960s
Located in Portland, OR
Designed by Arne Norell for his Swedish Norell Møbler furniture company, the Kontiki line is an
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

A set of two Arne Norell chairs in green leather
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
A pair of Arne Norell chairs in very rare green/brown leather.The leather has a fine patine. The
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Lounge Chairs

Pair of Scirocco Chairs by Arne Norell
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of handsome 'Scirocco' chairs by Swedish designer Arne Norell, 1917-1971 in green leather and
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Armchairs

Green Leather Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair by Göte Möbel, Sweden, 1970s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Göte Möbler Nässjö, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, NL
like Arne Norell, Eric Merthen and Ingmar Relling. In particular the Ilona lounge chair by Arne Norell
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Canvas, Wood

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Arne Norell Green For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the arne norell green you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A arne norell green — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect arne norell green — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right arne norell green, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Arne Norell Green?

Prices for a arne norell green can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $927 and can go as high as $12,400, while the average can fetch as much as $5,200.

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.