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Bespoke Ebonized Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Upholstered in White Bouclé, USA
Located in Deland, FL
undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration that features new white bouclé upholstery. Built of
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 27.25 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Four Seat Ebonized Barrel Back Sofa Newly Upholstered in White Bouclé, USA, 1970
Located in Deland, FL
undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration that features new white bouclé upholstery. Built of
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
H 27.25 in W 80.75 in D 32.5 in
Ebonized Barrel Back Four Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair in New Bouclé, USA, 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration that features new white bouclé upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
H 27.25 in W 80.75 in D 32.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Barrel Back Club Chairs Newly Upholstered, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Barrel back club chairs newly upholstered - pair
This is a fantastic
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier / Denmark
By George Tanier, Sibast
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier
for Sibast , Made in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
H 29 in W 19 in D 17.5 in
Vladimir Kagan Early Rare High Back Barrel Lounge Chair and Ottoman, USA, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Vladimir Kagan early rare high back barrel lounge chair and matching ottoman with angled splayed
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Maple, Wood
H 38 in W 32 in D 40 in
1968 Finn Andersen for Selig Boucle Chairs - Pair
By Finn Andersen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern barrel back lounge chairs designed by Finn Andersen for Selig
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
Pair of Michael Wolk Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Michael Wolk
Located in Saint Louis, MO
. Rounded seat backs tuck into outer barrel frames. Ready to ship. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
1960s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Barrel Chairs - A Pair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Ava, MO
Step into the pinnacle of modern comfort with these Adrian Pearsall Barrel Back Lounge chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Ivory Bouclé Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
. Pristinely tailored chairs feature a barreled tufted back creating a cozy embrace, oversized detached plush
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
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Wood: light smoked oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
Pair of Post Modern Channeled Swivel Chairs in Blush Pink Bouclé
By Preview
Located in Saint Louis, MO
barrel back that wraps you in luxury. Triple channeled seat back cushion contrasts the base playfully
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Giorgio Saporiti Post Modern Jada Slipper Chairs in Espresso Bouclé & Velvet
By Giorgio Saporiti
Located in Saint Louis, MO
. Barrel seat back envelops you in soft velvet and wraps around for arm rest support. Comfortable
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 28.5 in W 35 in D 29 in
Pair of Weiman Post Modern Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in Latte Bouclé
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
upholstered barrel backs and plunging thickly upholstered arms newly and freshly professionally upholstered in
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Pair of Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Custom Swivel Ottoman in Ivory White Bouclé
By Directional, Weiman Preview Furniture, Preview
Located in Saint Louis, MO
professionally upholstered in soft ivory white bouclé. Barrel back and large cushioned seat envelop you in deep
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 31.25 in W 37 in D 35 in
Pair of Preview Tri Leg Post Modern Armchairs Newly Upholstered in Ivory Bouclé
By Preview
Located in Saint Louis, MO
soft ivory white bouclé. So many possibilities with this pair of post modern chairs. In a dining room
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 25.5 in W 28 in D 30 in
20th Century White American Walnut Single Barrel Club Chair by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American single low back Barrel club, lounge chair made of hand
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Bouclé
H 29 in W 26 in D 32 in
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
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Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Fabric: large variety available.
Soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
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Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Fabric: large variety available
Soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
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Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Fabric: large variety available.
Soft, playful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
'Hippo' Upholstered Lounge Chair by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
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Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Fabric: large variety available
Soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Upholstered Lounge Chair by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
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Model shown on the picture:
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Fabric: large variety available
Soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.11
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 11
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.11
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 11
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024.
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé, White
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 32.88 in
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Baughman Style Swivel / Lounge / Tub Chairs, Boucle
By Milo Baughman
Located in Stamford, CT
pair of custom quality springer barrel back lounge chairs. Each having channel backs on sturdy
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29 in W 34.5 in D 31.5 in
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 32.88 in
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Dark Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 32.88 in
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 32.88 in
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Bar Chair - Counter Height 65 cm
W 47,5 cm / D 59 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 3
Bar Chair - Counter Height 65 cm
W 47,5 cm / D 59 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 3
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 41.93 in W 18.71 in D 23.23 in
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types available: natural oak / light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
H 41.93 in W 18.71 in D 23.23 in
Set of 4 Chairs 'Hippo' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé Col.24
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
Wood types available: natural oak
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.12 in W 18.71 in D 23.23 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs Post Modern Club Chairs, C. 1980s
By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
warm, soft and inviting. Enveloping barrel back drapes down to a double channeled base. Sloping arms
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 30.5 in W 30 in D 33 in
Harvey Probber Swivel Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Camel Teddy Bear C. 1955
By Harvey Probber
Located in Saint Louis, MO
century modern look and sensibility. Lux mid century. Barrel back that envelops like a hug of support and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Lucille Armchair
By Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A spacious seat exuding luxurious comfort, this refined Lucille armchair flaunts a curved barrel
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
'Hippo' Upholstered Lounge Chair by Norr11, Zero, Black
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
back which in Stark contrast to the soft shapes is hard-lined and strong. The Hippo series is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Barrel Back Chairs Upholstered in Italian Boucle
By Brendan Bass
Located in Dallas, TX
rounded back.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
MCM Walnut Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Upholstered in Natural Boucle
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Walnut Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in a Natural Boucle
This is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Edward Wormley Barrel Back Swivel Chairs for Dunbar in White Boucle, 1960s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Edward Wormley designed barrel back swivel chairs for Dunbar freshly reupholstered in a new
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Walnut Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Upholstered in Boucle
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Walnut Barrel Back Lounge Chair Newly Upholstered in a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
H 27.5 in W 33 in D 29 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Blue Boucle Swivel / Barrel Chairs, Edward Ferrell
Located in Stamford, CT
-upholstered Edward Ferrell swivel or barrel back chairs in a cozy blue boucle fabric.
Seat height: 20
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 31 in W 29 in D 32 in
Post Modern Boucle Barrel Chair with Blonde Wood Sculpted Detail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural post modern barrel chair. Back rest wraps around to form 2 front feet giving the chair a
Category
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Post Modern Asymmetrical Barrel Back Swivel Chairs Newly Reupholstered, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Post Modern Asymmetrical Barrel Back Swivel Chairs Newly Reupholsterd in Cream bouclé on a Bronze
Category
1990s Unknown Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Bent Lucite Barrel Back Occasional Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A Lucite barrel back occasional chair, circa 1970s. This chair is comprised of a single sheet of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Acrylic, Lucite
Elegant Barrel Back Sofa by Tomlinson Sophisticates
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Barrel Back Sofa by Tomlinson Sophisticates, circa 1950's. This classic form could be used
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Midcentury Swivel + Tilt Barrel Back Chairs - After Milo Baughman
By Harvey Probber, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Decatur, GA
Gorgeous pair of swivel + rocking barrel back lounge chairs by Selig with American black walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut
H 28 in W 30.5 in D 30.5 in
Pair of Open Back Mid-Century Modern Style Lounge Chairs, American, Boucle / Fur
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Open Back Mid-Century Modern Style Lounge chairs, American, Boucle / Fur
Pair of mid
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chair with Boucle Fabric Newly Upholstered
Located in West Hartford, CT
A stunning curved form barrel back swivel chair, circa 1970s by Jalen which was a small custom
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Textile, Bouclé, Wood
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Barrel Back Boucle For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the barrel back boucle you’re looking for. A barrel back boucle — often made from fabric, wood and bouclé — can elevate any home. There are 54 variations of the antique or vintage barrel back boucle you’re looking for, while we also have 23 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a barrel back boucle — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A barrel back boucle, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl and Norr11 each produced at least one beautiful barrel back boucle that is worth considering.
How Much is a Barrel Back Boucle?
The average selling price for a barrel back boucle at 1stDibs is $4,900, while they’re typically $1,095 on the low end and $36,000 for the highest priced.
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 Barrel Back Boucle
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
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