$695 / set
H 33 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Pair of Austrian Art Nouveau Period Kohn Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Shell Motif
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Designed by Jacob and Josef Kohn, these Art Nouveau period bentwood bistro chairs feature pressed
Bentwood
Shell Chips Finished Regency Style Chair
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Regency orange lacquered shell finish arm chair. Mohair camel beige upholstery
Bentwood
$13,320 / set
H 33.08 in W 33.08 in D 35.83 in
Eames Lounge Chair Cognac Brown and White Shell, Set of 2
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Munich, Bavaria
2 similar Eames lounge chairs from the Original Producer in germany Original Cognac brown
Aluminum
$1,500 / set
H 31.5 in W 19 in D 19.25 in
Set of 8 Dutch Mid-Century Stacking Chairs with Single Shell Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and side hooks for creating a single row of chairs. Very comfy single pressed wood shell seat allowing
Metal
$1,300 / item
H 32 in W 24 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ash Series 7 Swivel Desk Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
the history of Fritz Hansen. Very comfortable bentwood seat shell, the chair's unique ergonomic shape
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
$1,300 / item
H 32 in W 24 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Oak Series 7 Swivel Desk Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
the history of Fritz Hansen. Very comfortable bentwood seat shell, the chair's unique ergonomic shape
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Beige Wool Shell Dining Chair by Lesniewski, 1960s
By Leśniewski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Beautiful dining chair with a modernist silhouette, design around 1962, manufactured by Slupskie
Wool, Bentwood, Plywood
Bentwood and Leather Swivel Chair by Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bentwood swivel chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, USA. With a bentwood walnut shell, the
Green Shell Chair by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960s
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Zbiroh, CZ
Very popular and design valued lounge chair by Miroslav Navrátil. Made of fiberglass shell, with
Textile, Bentwood
Sold
H 35.5 in W 18 in D 16.5 in
Bentwood Embossed Shell Mazowia Cafe Chair in the Style of Thonet Poland, 1910
By Mazowia
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Grotto style bentwood chair marked with Mazowia as the maker. Chair features bentwood back with
Bentwood, Wood
Ib Kofod Larsen 'Shell' Chair for Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive teak and beech edition of Ib Kofod Larsen's classic 'Shell' chair for Christensen
Beech, Teak, Bentwood, Plywood
Sold
H 32 in W 33.5 in L 32 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Brazilian Sheepskin Cushions
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
shells. These bentwood walnut lounge chairs are a favorite of ours. Leather straps support and hold the
Sheepskin, Walnut
Sold
H 39.5 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Mr. Chair Bentwood Walnut Lounge Chair for Plycraft by George Mulhauser, c. 1960
By George Mulhauser
Located in Deland, FL
cushions offering a modern twist on the classic design. Constructed of a walnut bentwood shell the chair
Walnut
Frank and Son Finn Juhl Style Midcentury Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Westport, CT
Finn Juhl style Frank and son midcentury bentwood shell black Naugahyde Walnut chair, label to
Naugahyde, Walnut
Set of 12 Available Pagholz Rosewood Tandem Stacking Chairs
By Pagholz
Located in South Charleston, WV
with minor marks, chair rosewood bentwood shells in excellent condition. Ideal for auxiliary seating
Rosewood
Sold
H 32 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Mid-Century Danish Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen White Series 7 Chairs Set of 4
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
the history of Fritz Hansen. Very comfortable bentwood seat shell, the chair's unique ergonomic shape
Steel, Chrome
Fritz Hansen Style Blonde Stacking Dining or Side Chairs
By Alvar Aalto, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delicate Fritz Hansen style single shell bentwood stacking dining chairs. Leg detail is inspired by
Plywood
Bentwood and Leather Swivel Chairs by Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Austin, TX
. With a bentwood walnut shell, the chairs feature tufted tan leather upholstery and a modified chrome
Chrome
Sold
H 33.47 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Pair of 1960s Czech Shell Easy Reupholstered Lounge Chairs by Frantisek Jirak
By Frantisek Jirak
Located in London, England
Pair of stylish 1960s Shell chairs designed by Frantisek Jirak for Tatra Nabytok. This model was
Fabric, Fiberglass, Beech, Bentwood
Sold
H 37.01 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Red Padded Leather Reclinable And Swivel Chair by Martin Stoll Giroflex 1960s
By Martin Stoll, Giroflex Stoll
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
bentwood shells like the famous lounge chair by Eamens. This bentwood is finished with beautiful selected
Leather, Faux Leather, Walnut, Bentwood
Set of 6 Available Pagholz Rosewood Tandem Stacking Chairs
By Pagholz
Located in South Charleston, WV
condition with minor marks, chair rosewood bentwood shells in excellent condition. Ideal for auxiliary
Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
shells. This lounge chair and ottoman duo is a favorite of ours. The back and seat cushions and straps
Sheepskin, Beech, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
shells. This lounge chair and ottoman duo is a favorite of ours. The back and seat cushions and straps
Sheepskin, Oak
Beechwood Armchair by Hans Olsen
By N.A. Jørgensens, Hans Olsen
Located in Vancouver, BC
Beautiful beech wood bentwood ‘Shell Chair’ model #107 designed by Hans Olsen and produced by N.A
Beech
Hans Olsen for Bramin Møbler Shell Chair 1957
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in New London, CT
This extremely rare shell chair by Danish modern designer Hans Olsen for Bramin Mobler is made of
Bentwood, Leather
Beige Wool Shell Dining Chairs by Lesniewski, 1960s, Set of 4
By Leśniewski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Beautiful set of 4 dining chairs with a modernist silhouette, design around 1962, manufactured by
Wool, Bentwood, Plywood
Beige Wool Shell Dining Chairs by Lesniewski, 1960s, Set of 6
By Leśniewski
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs with a modernist silhouette, design around 1962, manufactured by
Wool, Bentwood, Plywood
Shearling 'Strapontin' Stool by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shearling 'Strapontin' stool by Design Frères. Chic and understated.
Iron
White Alabaster Peono Table Lamp by Simone & Marcel
Located in Geneve, CH
White Alabaster Peono Table Lamp by Simone & Marcel Dimensions: Ø 40.6 x H 56 cm. Materials: Brass, acrylic and white alabaster. Also available in different marble, wood and alabast...
Alabaster, Brass
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Armchairs
Located in London, England
A pair of reproduction armchairs in the 1940s Danish modern style. The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the HAIMI OY company in t...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
$678Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$5,575 / item
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 37.5 in
Tropical Hardwood and Rattan, Butaque Chair, Outdoor Use, Licensed Reedition
By Luteca Furniture, Clara Porset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cuban-born Clara Porset was a pioneer for modern design in Mexico. Having studied architecture in New York and then Paris, she finally settled in Mexico devoting her life to champion...
Rattan, Hardwood
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$11,900Sale Price|57% Off
H 69 in W 42.5 in D 17.2 in
Unique Swedish Art Deco, Modern Neoclassical Cabinet, Carl Malmsten Signed, 1932
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Important 'Swedish Grace' sideboard, cupboard or buffet by Swedish Master, Carl Malmsten delicately constructed of inlaid birch and elmwood depicting a scene of Saint Geor...
Birch, Ebony, Maple
$4,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Set of Four Vintage Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chair Made by STOL Kamnik 1960s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chair made by Stol Kamnik Slovenia 1960s
Bentwood
Custom Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
'Euclide' Steel Centre Table Structure by Stephane Ducatteau
By Stephane Ducatteau
Located in London, London
'Euclide' steel centre table structure by Stephane Ducatteau, France, 2003. Signed. All Ducatteau pieces are available exclusively from Decoratum and are To Order only. Please...
Steel
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
Paavo Tynell 5321 Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Paavo Tynell’s fanciful take on nature is gracefully echoed in the 5321 Table Lamp, designed by the Finnish designer in 1938. Under the distinctive shell-inspired brass shade, the bu...
Brass
$6,418 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
Early 19th Century Spanish Demilune Table
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome early 19th century demilune table from Spain. Beautifully constructed with very Minimalist lines from walnut. Super patina.
Walnut
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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