Ben Ben Sofa
Ben Seibel for Stand Built Furniture Midcentury Brass Base Sofa
By Ben Seibel
Located in Countryside, IL
Ben Seibel for stand built furniture midcentury brass base sofa.
This sofa measures: 102 wide x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vintage Contemporary Italian Ben Sem Boucle Sectional Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
A pristine vintage Contemporary sectional sofa. Made by the prestigious Ben Sem group in Italy and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sectional Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Ben Seibel for Stand Built Dunbar style white sofa on architectural brass base
By Edward Wormley
Located in Ferndale, MI
While this is a large well built couch built in the Edward Wormley Dunbar style . I have recently
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 27 in W 102 in D 31 in
Pardes Section
By Ben Kicic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A plush curved back Sofa Program with semi-attached upholstery over an upholstered arm and seat
Category
2010s American Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen, Denmark 1950s
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in St-Brais, JU
A comfortable 2-seater sofa designed by Danish architects Tove & Edward Kindt-Larson. Made in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
MidCentury Round Brass and Glass Italian Sofa Table, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
discreto spessore che sporge rispetto alla base del tavolo; vetro ben rifinito lungo tutto il bordo.
Usura
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé by Directional, c. 1990
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Newly and professionally reupholstered Post Modern Nautilus sofa in ivory white bouclé by acclaimed
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé by Directional, c. 1990
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Newly and professionally reupholstered Post Modern Nautilus sofa in ivory white bouclé by acclaimed
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Weiman Post Modern Sofa Chaise Lounge in Supple Lux Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1990
By Weiman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This piece of heaven cloud sofa chaise by Weiman was freshly and professionally reupholstered in
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 32 in W 89 in D 38 in
Settee, Sofa, Pair of 6-Seat, Custom Made, Terence Conran, Sutton Place
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This massive pair of 6-seat sofas were commissioned as part of Stanley J Seeger’s remodeling and
Category
Vintage 1980s British Modern Sofas
Materials
Cord
H 27.56 in W 114.18 in D 49.22 in
Orange fabric openable sofa bed, modern Italian, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
sbiadita in alcune parti e con profilo di un bracciolo con macchie evidenti, ma generalmente ben tenuto e
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton
Arts and Crafts Style William Morris Pillow/Cushion Reinterpreted Ben Pentreath
By William Morris (English), Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
friend’s sofa in Tuscany. ‘The tones are so rich – it’s one of the most beautiful combinations,’ says Ben
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Fabric, Velvet
H 6.7 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Romeo Rega Italian Geometric Decor Clear Glass Chrome 2 Tier Coffee Sofa Table
By Romeo Rega
Located in New York, NY
chariots of the American colossal film Ben-Hur. He designed and produced many products, including lighting
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome, Steel
H 16.15 in W 41.15 in D 39.4 in
Karpen Wingback Chairs in Luxuriously Soft Milk Chocolate Shearling, circa 1950s
By Karpen of California
Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Vladimir Kagan Nautilus scroll sofa in Ivory Bouclé
Charles Hollis Jones Faux bamboo & brass console
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Hide, Sheepskin, Walnut
H 41 in W 32 in D 32 in
Vintage Modern Club Chair Flame Stich Geometric Fabric by Gaines of Tennessee
By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Topeka, KS
sitting room next to a wonderful floor lamp, in a corner of your bedroom, next to the sofa in your living
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 26.5 in W 37 in D 35 in
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By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
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Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
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Located in Vienna, AT
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Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning Mid-Century Modern five-piece sectional curved sofa Milo Baughman style, in original Jack Lenor Larsen style upholstery. An exceptional sofa both for its form and quality, i...
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21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects.
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H 18.51 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Corner Sofa Smooth Velvet Feet Wood Brass Modular Italy 60s Turquoise
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant corner sofa in smooth velvet turquoise color composed of two elements, one curved and one two-seater with conical wooden feet and brass cups. A large round pouf is added to t...
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H 33.86 in W 122.05 in D 82.68 in
Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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H 13.78 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
MCM Adjustable Swivel Barstools Black Vinyl & Laminate by Daystrom a Pair
By Daystrom Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid Century Modern adjustable and swivel barstools comprised of the original black vinyl or faux leather, molded, curved faux rosewood laminate backs, chrome shaft, ...
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Aluminum, Chrome
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric.
This sofa dates from the first series p...
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SOLD 03/27/24 Jack Lenor Larsen Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Sofa
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Jack Lenor Larsen Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Sofa
This sofa measures: 94 wide x 48 deep x 26.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 26.5 inches.
All pieces ...
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Adrian Pearsall Gondola Green Print Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in New York, NY
Model 2408-S, or the Gondola sofa, for Craft Associates.
Original mid-century printed green velvet wool. Walnut base. One main settee cushion with three back rest cushions and tw...
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Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, newly upholstered in luxury cream alpaca velvet, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping world...
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H 29.53 in W 66.93 in D 33.86 in
Space Age Italian Velvet Modular Sofa, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful two-seater sofa in Italian velvet from the 1970s Space Age period.
The Italian sofa is made of dark orange textured velvet fabric. Its lines are very rounded with soft and...
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Black leather Coronado sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, C&B Italia, 1960s
By C&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning Coronado sofa in black leather, made in the 1960s by C&B Italia (later B&B Italia), designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa.
First edition, original black leather covering. 3 seats....
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Leather
H 28.35 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in
Maurice Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Maurice sofa is a midcentury inspired sofa with a tufted seat, back, and inner arms and piped details. The sofa rests atop a simple, rounded American walnut or white oak base.
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Mario Bellini Camaleonda Lounge Chair in Pierre Frey Mohair, Italian design
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Camaleonda, Mario Bellini, vintage; modular camaleonda, newly reupholstered in green mohair by Pierre Frey; Gree...
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H 26.78 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Flint Sofa Chair by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Flint Sofa is a generously proportioned sofa that excels in comfort. The plush wide-channel tufted cushions are tailored beautifully to interlock with the expertly crafted solid...
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Ben Soleimani Sussex Sofa
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The thoroughly modern, angular silhouette of the Sussex sofa is elevated with rich, buttery soft
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Sofas
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Ben Soleimani Woodward Sofa Large
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Woodward is a modern reinterpretation of the iconic chesterfield sofa, upholstered in rich
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Sofas
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Ben Soleimani Woodward Sofa Small
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Woodward is a modern reinterpretation of the iconic Chesterfield sofa, upholstered in rich
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Sofas
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Ben Soleimani Woodward Sofa Medium
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Woodward is a modern reinterpretation of the iconic chesterfield sofa, upholstered in rich
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Ben Soleimani Palmer Sofa Small
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate the tone of any room with the sleek and sophisticated Palmer tuxedo style sofa. Lending to
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Ben Soleimani Palmer Sofa Medium
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate the tone of any room with the sleek and sophisticated Palmer tuxedo style sofa. Lending to
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Ben Soleimani Palmer Sofa Large
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Ben Soleimani Oakes Sofa Medium
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Oakes sofa has a commanding presence with its bold lines and rich Italian leather. Oversized
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Ben Soleimani Oakes Sofa Large
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Ben Soleimani Sawyer Modular Sofa - Velvet Chocolate
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Our Sawyer Modular Sofa is simple in form, yet elevated by deep seat cushions and a polished
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Ben Soleimani Harper Double-cushioned Sofa 7' – Heavy Linen
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Our Harper Sofa features modern track arms and double-cushioned seating with sleek lines and
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Ben Soleimani Harper Double-cushioned Sofa 8' – Heavy Linen
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Ben Soleimani Arche Coffee Table
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
Our Arche Coffee Table features a hardwood frame and paneled legs with a brass base for added texture and dimension for your living room. Our handcrafted finishes are inspired by var...
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By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The ultimate in livable luxury, the Rowen sectional features expansive seat cushions to entice relaxation. The sophisticated low profile stature was carefully designed to provide a s...
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Sawyer Modular Sofa - Armless Chair Velvet Chocolate
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Sawyer Modular Sofa - Corner Chair Velvet Chocolate
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Sawyer Modular Sofa - Left Arm Chair Velvet Chocolate
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Sawyer Modular Sofa - Left Arm Chaise Velvet Chocolate
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Sawyer Modular Sofa - Right Arm Chair Velvet Chocolate
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Pair of Modernist Sofas by Ben Thompson for Design Research
Located in Treasure Island, CA
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Ben Seibel Sofa
By Ben Seibel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A vintage 1960s sofa designed by Ben Seibel. This sofa has been re-upholstered in a beautiful
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By Charles Webb, Ben Thompson of Design Research
Located in Peabody, MA
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By Ben Thompson of Design Research
Located in Hanover, MA
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1960's Ben Seibel Lounge Chair in Ivory Boucle
By Ben Seibel
Located in Culver City, CA
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By David Lewis, ICF De Padova, Gunnar Gravesen
Located in Conversano, IT
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By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Leicester, GB
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Located in Hanover, MA
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George II Gainsborough Library Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Weiman Sofa / Large Chaise in Supple Lux Ivory Bouclé, c. 1990
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Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé by Directional, c. 1990
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Style BEN SPECIAL LISTING
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Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
lower shades for the direct light.
Ideal side to fireplace so that the arm can reach a reading sofa. Or
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H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Trundle Pull-Out Daybed by Design Research
By Design Research, Ben Thompson of Design Research
Located in Belmont, MA
Solid walnut frame Mid-Century Modern sofa, day bed, pull out trundle bed by Design Research
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Coffee Table, Sofa Table, John Piper, London Skyline, Myer, Heals, Conran
By John Piper
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The main feature of this highly decorative low sofa/coffee table is the London Skyline picture by
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H 13.78 in W 44.89 in D 14.97 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculpted Cone Table Lamps Arthur Jacobs for Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co., Arthur Jacobs
Located in Topeka, KS
, adorning the side tables next to the sofa in the living room, or on either end of a console or sofa table
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H 42.5 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Ben Cunningham Op Art Silkscreen Diptych, 1970
By Ben Cunningham
Located in Washington, DC
Dazzling and color-drenched large scale silkscreen on lucite diptych by Ben Cunningham c. 1970. An
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Special listing for Peri
By Ben Soleimani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Ben Ben Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic ben ben sofa available at 1stDibs. Each ben ben sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and animal skin. There are 4 variations of the antique or vintage ben ben sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 13 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect ben ben sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each ben ben sofa bearing Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Ben Soleimani, Ben Thompson of Design Research and Charles Webb each produced at least one beautiful ben ben sofa that is worth considering.
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A ben ben sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,000, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $11,564.
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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.
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