Art Deco Curved Back Swivel Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco swivel club chair with curved back and spacious seat for ultimate relaxation.
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Upholstery
Art Deco Curved Back Swivel Club Chair
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco swivel club chair with curved back and spacious seat for ultimate relaxation.
Upholstery
$16,400 / set
Pair of 1930s Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fabric, wood, France, 1930s/1940s Understated elegance is the primary impression these French Art Deco lounge chairs convey.
Fabric, Wood
$7,750 / set
Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Curved Form
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, fabric, beech, Europe, 1940s These lounge chairs from the 1940s are a clear example of Art Deco design, combining strong proportions with subtle decorative detail.
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Scandinavian Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Curved, Upholstered, 1930s
Located in Delray Beach, FL
These substantial and exceptionally well-crafted chairs embody the elegance of the Art Deco period with their sweeping curves, sculptural silhouettes, and low-slung proportions.
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Suede Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered - 6
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Art Deco Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered in a Holly Hunt Blue Suede - Set of 6 Completely custom restored and newly reupholstered in Holly H...
Brass
$1,760Sale Price / set|49% Off
Art Deco Set of Four Solid Oak Dining Chairs, Curved Back, 1930s
Located in Wainscott, NY
Four Art Deco solid oak dining chairs in elegant design with curved back providing comfortable support, late 1930s Measures: Height 35 in (89 cm) Width 17.75 in (45 cm) Depth 17...
Oak
Chair with Narrow Curved Backrest in Art Deco Style with Leather and Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant Art Deco chair with beautifully narrow curved backrest.
Upholstery, Wood
Chair with Wide Curved Backrest in Art Deco Style with Leather and Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant Art Deco chair with beautifully wide curved backrest.
Upholstery, Wood
$1,317Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Curved Back Side Chair Set, France 1930's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Art Deco Design Curved Back Side Chair set of 2.
Silk, Oak
Set of 2 Art Deco Mahogany Curved Back Chairs, France, 1920s
Located in Rīga, LV
A pair of mahogany armchairs with a gondola back in Lucie Renaudot style. The backs are a little bit curved on both chairs towards each other for comfortable side-by-side seating. Pr...
Fabric, Wood
Paolo Buffa Attributed Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Ebonized Walnut Curved Armrests
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian 1930s beautiful pair of two Art Deco armchairs with curved armrests in ebonized walnut Both club chairs have been completely restored and re-upholstered with elegant and ori...
Leather, Walnut
1970s Sculptural Art Deco Chenille Walnut Curved Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Art Deci style chairs you could hope to find. In the style of Michael Wolk. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The bea...
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Curved Back Dining Chair with Tapered Legs, Custom
By The Tailored Home, John Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
This Art Deco-inspired dining chair features a striking wraparound backrest and elegant tapered legs. The design is defined by its clean, flowing lines and sophisticated top-stitchin...
Upholstery, Maple
Pair of Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Curved Arms, 1940s–1950s
Located in Rødding, DK
A masterclass in late Danish Art Deco / early Scandinavian Modern design, these chairs feature the period’s most desirable detail: a continuous, sculptural sweep of solid wood that f...
Bouclé, Wood
1930s Pair of Finnish Art Deco Curved Lounge Chairs in Birch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, birch, fabric, Finland, 1930s These lounge chairs present a distinctly 1930s Finnish take on Art Deco.
Fabric, Birch
$4,797Sale Price / set|40% Off
French Art Deco curved back Yellow Velvet Armchairs - France 1930s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant 1930’s chairs featuring a distinct tall, flared back that slightly curvatures outward, contributing to a dramatic silhouette typical of classic designs. - Original Upholst...
Velvet, Mahogany, Down, Feathers
A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Curved Armrests, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite pair of Swedish lounge chairs from the Art Deco period, likely dating to the 1930s–1940s, characterized by their bold, sculptural bentwood arms that elegantly flow into ...
Fabric, Bentwood, Birch, Walnut
A Good Quality Art Deco Desk Chair The Chair has an attractive deep curving back
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Quality Art Deco Desk Chair The Chair has an attractive deep curving back top rail with slats and arching Shepherds Crook Arm Rests.
Oak
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
The chairs feature an elegant design, with gently curved lines that create a sense of comfort and relaxation.
Velvet, Oak
Side Armchair in Art Deco Style with Curved Frame, Turquoise Upholstery Fabric
By Alexander's Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Side Armchair in Art Deco Style with Curved Frame, Turquoise Upholstery Fabric Alexander's Collection Art Deco Side Armchair This exceptional side armchair, designed and made by Ale...
Fabric, Wood
Set of Twelve Deco Style Dining Chairs with Curved Channel Back
By Mattaliano
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage set of twelve Art Deco style dining chairs with dark wood frames and upholstered in a chocolate brown diamond print fabric with a curved channel back and tapered front legs...
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Style Curved Dining Chair by Munna Design Studio in Dusty Rose Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This chair is defined by a refined, continuous form that balances softness with structural clarity. The silhouette is composed around a curved, open backrest that gently wraps forwar...
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Curved Swan Dining Chair Set of 6 with Stainless Steel Legs
Located in Monroe, NY
The Swan Chair Set of 6 brings sculptural form, comfort, and modern sophistication to refined dining areas, offices, and lounge settings. Each chair features a gracefully curved Swan...
Stainless Steel
$6,319 / item
Curved Arm Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / moss green, s...
Mohair, Beech
$6,319 / item
Curved Arm Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium golden brown, soft, p...
Mohair, Beech
Curved Arm Salon Club Chair and Ottoman, Pure Mohair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair with ottoman. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / moss green, soft, pure mohair fabric with French S...
Alpaca, Wood
Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Bentwood and Ivory Velvet, Central Europe, 1930s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
The generous seat and back cushions are covered in a textured ivory velvet, contrasting against the polished wood of these Art Deco lounge chairs. The curved bentwood arms and contin...
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Ivory Mohair
By Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean Royère, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory / stone, soft, pure mohair fabric with French Samuel an...
Mohair, Beech
Danish Midcentury, Curved Club Chair, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
These intriguing curvy midcentury easy chair will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, Classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Curved Arm Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Stone / Ivory Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair. Beech frame, feather cushion and sprung seat. Newly upholstered in a premium stone / ivory, soft, pur...
Mohair, Beech
Set of 4 Ice Blue Swan Chairs with Steel Legs and Modern Curved Design
By DAINTE INC
Located in Monroe, NY
The Swan Chair Set of 4 brings distinctive design, comfort, and modern sophistication to your home or workspace. Each chair features a gracefully curved silhouette that creates a uni...
Stainless Steel
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / mos...
Mohair, Beech
Pair of Curved Arm Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Jacques Adnet, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of modern curved arm club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium golden brow...
Mohair, Beech
Modern Upholstered Barrel Chair with Curved Brushed Metal Base
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern curved back steel framed chair is upholstered in a multi-tonal wavy pattern gray fabric by Zinc textiles that was inspired by a stylized Japanese landscape. Thin channels in t...
Steel
Curved Danish Club Chair with Green Wool Upholstery, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An easy chair by a Danish cabinetmaker. With a black painted wooden frame and a green wool riveted upholstery. A low-seat chair in a style reminiscent of Otto Schulz and Flemming Las...
Wool, Oak
A Curved Arm Salon Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable bespoke Salon club chair / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, pure alpaca...
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Oak & Vibrant Flora Fabric, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Such a beautiful and decadent pair of curved Art Deco lounge chairs, with armrests and chunky feets in oak, made in the 1930s by a Danish cabinetmaker.
Walnut, Fabric, Oak
A Curved Arm Salon Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Taupe Alpaca
By Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable bespoke Salon club chair / armchair. Beech frames, feather cushion and sprung seat. Newly upholstered in our premium, soft, taupe pure alpaca...
Alpaca, Beech
Pair of Curved Arm Salon Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable pair of bespoke Salon club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium ivory, soft, p...
Beech, Alpaca
Pair of Curved Arm Salon Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Taupe Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Jean Royère, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious pair of bespoke Salon club chairs / armchairs. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in our premium, soft, taupe (brown with a hint...
Alpaca, Beech
$4,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Modern Decorative Curved Club Chair and Ottoman Covered in Melon Fabric
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Albee chair and ottoman is the newest addition to our line of furniture. A modern styled chair that is versatile as much as it is comfortable. All hand stitched upholstery with h...
Linen, Mahogany
Giorgio Collection Curve Back Ebony Macassar Occasional Arm Chair Beige Leather
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Occasional oval chair in Ebony in high gloss polyester covered in high grade leather. Chrome steel feet. 28”½W x 27”D x 42”½H This item is only available to purchase in the United ...
Chrome
Danish Mordern Pair of Curved Lounge Chairs, Original Fabric, Fritz Hansen, 1940
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
These intriguing curvy mid century easy chairs will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Beech Curved Back Dining Chairs
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Elegant Pair of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Beech Curved Back Hallway Chairs With Upholstered Seats & Brass Leg Cups 1930's. Very Well Executed Chairs, with beautiful wood g...
Brass
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig & Montalcini for F.I.P. Curved Chairs in Black Buxus
By Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig and Gino Levi Montalcini for F.I.P., curved chairs, buxus, Italy, 1928-1929 A Design Ahead of Its Time These monumental armchairs rank among the most...
Wood
$3,900 / set
French Deco Bridge/ Side-Chairs with Arms, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
Fruitwood Art Deco curved arm side chairs newly upholstered in silk/cotton fabric in Pollack style splatter design.
Fruitwood
Mid-Century Exclusive Pair of Sleek Italian Armchairs with Curved Metal Base
Located in Miami, FL
The legs are newly nickeled. Art Deco, modernist, side chairs, bergere chairs, slipper chair, lounge chairs, seating, Art Moderne, Windsor chairs, Italian design, Scandinavian Mod...
Nickel
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Curved Birch Arms, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking pair of Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1930s, defined by their elegant proportions and beautifully sculpted curved armrests.
Fabric, Birch
$16,000 / set
Set of 11 Fine French 1940s Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eleven fine French Art Deco mahogany dinning chairs with curved backs and turned wood details to the front legs.
Mahogany
Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Lounge Chairs with Wooden Curved Arms, 1930's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of Art Deco Streamlined Lounge Chairs with Wooden Curved Arms, 1930's
Wood, Fabric
Danish Mid-Century, Pair of Curved Club Chairs, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen, Fritz Hansen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
These intriguing curvy mid century easy chairs will complement many interior styles. A modern, antique, classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor.
Wood, Fabric, Beech
$14,500
1940's French Cane Chairs
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of 1940's French Art Deco style chairs with curved oak frames and cane seat and backs.
Cane, Oak
Pair of Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Armchairs, Prague, 1940s in Green Fabric
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Elegant pair of bentwood armchairs designed by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, Prague, 1940s. These iconic Art Deco lounge chairs feature beautifully curved beechwood arms and legs ...
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Set of Four Art Deco Upholstery Slipper Chairs, France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
This is a set of four Art Deco slipper chairs, their low, curved backs tufted, on tapered legs.
Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
20th Century Art Deco Bent and Burl Walnut Fine Curved Legs Set of Four Chairs
By Deutsche Werstätten
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This gracefully and wonderful shining set of four “ Butterfly “ chairs in the finest burl Walnut and bentwood , is absolutely the original , German Art Deco design of “Deutsche Werst...
Burl
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 23.23 in
Curved Art Deco Leather or Velvet Dining Chair with Lacquered Wood Frame
By Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
The Art Deco period had its hype during the 1930. Art Deco design represents modernism turned into fashion. Its products included both individually crafted luxury items and mass-prod...
Leather
Clubssesel Art Déco in Red Leather, Germany, Berlin
Located in Köln, NRW
Exceptional, extremely comfortable Art Deco club chair with a curved. silhouette.
Metal
Unavailable
H 33 in W 28 in D 31 in
Marmont Accent Chair I in Chocolate and Spice by Innova Luxuxy Group
By Innova Luxury Group
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charismatic piece, the Marmont accent chair I is an updated take on a French Art Deco boudoir chair.
Wood
Unavailable
H 29.75 in W 23 in D 23 in
Art Deco Style Ibiza Dining Chair in Hunter Green Velvet w/ Curved Brass Frame
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
First it was the Ibiza armchair, now we have the Ibiza dining chair. Similar to the to bigger version, this chair is perfect for the dining table. Sitting atop of a brass curved base...
Brass
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 63 in D 33.08 in
French Art Deco U Base Dining Table and Six Curve Back Dining Chairs in Rosewood
Located in London, GB
Art Deco dining table and chairs. Beautiful rosewood u base dining table with six curve back rosewood dining chairs, the wood has been professionally re polished to an original fini...
Rosewood
Pair of Art Deco Silk Lounge Chairs, France, circa 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Art Deco lounge chairs with a curved frame in antiqued gold leaf.
Gold Leaf
Sold
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Such an exquisite pair of curved Art Deco lounge chair with armrests made in solid beech and a fine original wool.
Fabric, Beech, Wool
Sold
H 27.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Fine Pair of Art Deco Curved-Back Salon Chairs in Smoked Amethyst Velvet
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Art Deco curved-back salon chairs in smoked amethyst velvet and book-matched walnut.
Velvet, Walnut
Art Deco Curved Rosewood Back Rest and Black Velvet Chairs, Set of 4
Located in IT
Art Deco curved rosewood backrest and black velvet chairs, set of 4.
Velvet, Rosewood
Pair of Curved Art Deco Style Lounge Chairs by Bolier & Co.
Located in North York, ON
These beautiful art deco lounge chairs are sure to make a statement in any room.
Fabric, Wood, Macassar
Pair of Art Deco Curved Back Sidechairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco curved back side chairs in Burl Walnut.
Upholstery
Pair of Art Deco Style Curved Armchairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These elegant Art Deco style armchairs are from Hungary and made from solid walnut. The chairs are comfortable and the backs are adjustable.
Walnut
Art Deco Style Pair of French Club Lounge Chairs Curved Wood Velvet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous pair of club or lounge armchairs, on curved wood, in the Art Deco style. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 26.5" W x 32" D x 30.5" B.H. ...
Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in L 29.53 in
Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Armrest in Mahogany, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of danish curved Art Deco lounge chairs, with armrest in mahogany, 1930s.
Fabric, Mahogany
Gorgeous Pair of Art Deco Curved Back Slipper Chairs by Gilbert Rohde
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
They have been newly upholstered in a smoked platinum velvet upholstery . These chairs are Iconic examples of Art Deco in America.
Velvet, Walnut
A Pair of Art Deco Style Curved-Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of Hungarian armchairs was produced in 1960’s Budapest in the manner of French Art Deco. The stylishly curved yoke-shaped backs are finished in high-polish macassar veneer.
Macassar
Pair of French Art Deco curved arm upholstered club chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of authentic French Art Deco club chairs. The curvaceous winged "D" shaped arms refinished in a dark walnut are in striking contrast to the bulbous formed seat and rich thick ba...
Sold
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 34.65 in
French Art Deco Club Chair with Curved Arms and Sides in Grey Nubuck Leather
Located in Salzburg, AT
Unique Art Deco club chair with curved arms and sides.
Leather, Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Ladies Chairs
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Pair of vintage French Art Deco ladies chairs with beautiful curved armrests and shaped back.
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Curved Back Sidechairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Deco curved back side chairs in Burl Walnut.
Upholstery
Sold
H 32.68 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Such an exquisite and rare pair of Art Deco lounge chairs with armrests made in solid oak.
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
Sold
H 42.5 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Feather Decorated Side Chairs Tufted Back Curved Details
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Art Deco style feather decorated side chairs. Fabulous style with many curves and carved details.
Wood
Art Deco Bergère Chairs, France, 1920s
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of ebonized Art Deco bergère chairs with curved backrest and partly fluted front legs.
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Club Chairs, Circa 1935
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco curved pair of club arm chairs. Walnut veneered frame, re-upholstered in grey Bouclé.
Bouclé, Walnut
French Art Deco Caned Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of French Art Deco chairs Beautiful curved angles with caned seat and back.
Cane
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of Art Deco lounge chairs. Curved solid walnut and burr walnut banding throughout.
Leather, Walnut
Original 1930’s Art Deco Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Art Deco lounge chair Wonderful curves and details in this vintage pair of lounge chair form Europe.
Wood
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.
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