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Pair of green bouclette easy chairs
Pair of green bouclette easy chairs

Pair of green bouclette easy chairs

Located in Brussel, BE

Pair of green bouclette armchairs made in Italy. Organic shape typical of “Space age”. 1970s. New fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of bouclette & light wood easy chairs
Pair of bouclette & light wood easy chairs

Pair of bouclette & light wood easy chairs

Located in Brussel, BE

We propose the white fabric bouclette you see in the picture but everything it's possible !

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paire de chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette blanc des années 70
Paire de chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette blanc des années 70

Paire de chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette blanc des années 70

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Suite de 2 chaises vintage des années 70, en bois de pin, assises rénovées en très joli tissu bouclette blanc, confort ferme, dans le style de Roland Haeusler pour Maison Regain, Ilm...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Suite de 4 chaises Mondor vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette
Suite de 4 chaises Mondor vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette

Suite de 4 chaises Mondor vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette

By Baumann France

Located in BESANÇON, FR

4 chaises Mondor vintage des années 60, de la manufacture française Baumann, superbe design, en bois de hêtre courbé, assises entièrement rénovées en tissu bouclette vert kaki, très ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Suite de 6 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck et tissu bouclette des années 60
Suite de 6 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck et tissu bouclette des années 60

Suite de 6 chaises scandinaves vintage en teck et tissu bouclette des années 60

Located in BESANÇON, FR

6 chaises scandinaves vintage des années 60, en teck, assises rénovées en très joli tissu bouclette blanc, très bon état général avec des signes du temps qui passe sur le bois. Ref 2...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Suite de 4 chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette vert kaki des années 70
Suite de 4 chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette vert kaki des années 70

Suite de 4 chaises vintage en pin et tissu bouclette vert kaki des années 70

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Suite de 4 chaises vintage des années 70, en bois de pin, assises entièrement rénovées en très joli tissu bouclette vert kaki, confort ferme, dans le style de Charlotte Perriand, Rol...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Suite de 6 chaises vintage en bois d’orme et tissu bouclette des années 70 80
Suite de 6 chaises vintage en bois d’orme et tissu bouclette des années 70 80

Suite de 6 chaises vintage en bois d’orme et tissu bouclette des années 70 80

By Maison Regain

Located in BESANÇON, FR

6 chaises vintage des années 70 80, dans le style à la fois épuré et imposant de Baumann, Maison Regain ou Dyrlund, structure et dossiers courbés en bois d’orme blond massif et assis...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Elm

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette
Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette

By Gio Ponti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Italian midcentury armchairs Gio Ponti style club chairs in ivory bouclette. These classic and exquisite armchairs have been fully restored and newly reupholstered in a luxu...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé

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Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette
Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette

Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette

By Gigi Radice, Minotti

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy 1950s, legs in black lacquered steel, brass feet, reupholstered in Metaphores bouclette.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Beige Bouclette Lounge Chairs - New Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Beige Bouclette Lounge Chairs - New Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Beige Bouclette Lounge Chairs - New Upholstery

Located in Uccle, BE

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Beige Bouclette Lounge Chairs - New Upholstery Dimensions D: 94 cm (37.01") H: 81 cm (31.89") W: 62 cm (24.41")

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fauteuil / Chauffeuse française refaite 100% neuf tissu bouclette
Fauteuil / Chauffeuse française refaite 100% neuf tissu bouclette

Fauteuil / Chauffeuse française refaite 100% neuf tissu bouclette

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Style moderniste, siège refait intégralement Design attribué à Pierre GUARICHE pour Airborne International Sangles neuves pour le maintien Mousse haute densité neuve pour le confort ...

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Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

White Bouclette & Dark Wood 8 Dining Chairs
White Bouclette & Dark Wood 8 Dining Chairs

White Bouclette & Dark Wood 8 Dining Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

White Bouclette & Dark Wood 8 Dining Chairs

Located in Brussel, BE

Set of 8 white bouclette & dark wood dining chairs. Two are a bit darker than the others.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of green bouclette easy chairs
Pair of green bouclette easy chairs

Pair of green bouclette easy chairs

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H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in

Pair of green bouclette easy chairs

Located in Brussel, BE

Pair of green bouclette armchairs made in Italy. Organic shape typical of “Space age”. 1970s. New fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Contemporary Fireside Chairs, White Bouclette, Italy
Pair of Contemporary Fireside Chairs, White Bouclette, Italy

Pair of Contemporary Fireside Chairs, White Bouclette, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of contemporary fireside chairs, white Bouclette, Italy.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Beige Bouclette Lounge Chair, Italy, 1960s, 4 Available
Mid-Century Modern Beige Bouclette Lounge Chair, Italy, 1960s, 4 Available

Mid-Century Modern Beige Bouclette Lounge Chair, Italy, 1960s, 4 Available

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Beige Bouclette Lounge chair, Italy, 1960s - 4 available Sold individually.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette des années
Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette des années

Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette des années

By Baumann France

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Chaise traîneau Baumann en bois foncé, assise totalement rénovée en très joli tissu bouclette blanc, confort ferme, modèle Bemole produit dans les années 70, très bon état général. R...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette années 60
Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette années 60

Chaise traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette années 60

By Baumann France

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Chaise traîneau Baumann en bois de hêtre foncé, assise totalement rénovée en très joli tissu bouclette blanc, confort ferme, modèle Bemole produit dans les années 70, très bon état g...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Suite de 6 chaises traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette
Suite de 6 chaises traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette

Suite de 6 chaises traîneau vintage de marque Baumann en bois et tissu bouclette

By Baumann France

Located in BESANÇON, FR

6 chaises traîneau Baumann en bois clair, assises totalement rénovées en très joli tissu bouclette bleu foncé, confort ferme, modèle Bemole produit dans les années 70, très bon état ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mushroom Armchair F-560 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in Aubergine Bouclette
Mushroom Armchair F-560 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in Aubergine Bouclette

Mushroom Armchair F-560 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in Aubergine Bouclette

By Pierre Paulin

Located in New York, NY

This iconic and refined Mid-Century Modern Mushroom armchair (F-560) was realized by the 20th Century legend Pierre Paulin in France circa 1960. One of the most canonized chairs in d...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Danish Teak and New Bouclette Fabric Armchairs, by Svend Aage Eriksen
Pair of Danish Teak and New Bouclette Fabric Armchairs, by Svend Aage Eriksen

Pair of Danish Teak and New Bouclette Fabric Armchairs, by Svend Aage Eriksen

By Svend Åge Eriksen, Glostrup Møbelfabrik

Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR

Two superbly made Scandinavian armchairs with a very elegant slender design. The seats and backs have been redone in very good quality cream terry fabric. A sofa from the same set ca...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Contemporary Chairs, White Bouclette and Wood, Italy
Pair of Contemporary Chairs, White Bouclette and Wood, Italy

Pair of Contemporary Chairs, White Bouclette and Wood, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of contemporary chairs, white Bouclette and wood, Italy.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs by Gio Ponti in Grey Bouclette
Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs by Gio Ponti in Grey Bouclette

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs by Gio Ponti in Grey Bouclette

By Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Italian midcentury Peluche 1960s chairs with newly upholstered grey bouclette fabric, by Gio Ponti.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Light green bouclette pair of easychairs by Piazzesi
Light green bouclette pair of easychairs by Piazzesi

Light green bouclette pair of easychairs by Piazzesi

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H 29.53 in W 42.52 in D 43.31 in

Light green bouclette pair of easychairs by Piazzesi

By Adriano Piazzesi

Located in Brussel, BE

Pair of armchairs made in Italy and attributed to Piazzesi. Chromed metal tubular structure, inspired by “Space age”. 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette
Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette

Pair of Italian Midcentury Armchairs Gio Ponti Club Chairs Ivory Bouclette

By Gio Ponti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Italian midcentury armchairs Gio Ponti style club chairs in ivory bouclette. These classic and exquisite armchairs have been fully restored and newly reupholstered in a luxu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs, France, 1960s
Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs, France, 1960s

Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs, France, 1960s

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H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs, France, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

Royere inspired armchairs - croisillons woven back excellent vintage condition Reupholstered cushions in cream white "bouclette" These chairs will ship from France Price does not...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs - New White Bouclette Fabric
Pair of Scandinavian armchairs - New White Bouclette Fabric

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs - New White Bouclette Fabric

Located in Uccle, BE

Pair of Scandinavian armchairs - New White Bouclette Fabric Dimensions D: 74 cm (29.13") H: 71 cm (27.95") W: 70 cm (27.56") Seat height 41cm (16.14")

Category

20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette
Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette

Italian Lounge Chair, Gigi Radice for Minotti, in Metaphores Bouclette

By Minotti, Gigi Radice

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy 1950s, legs in black lacquered steel, brass feet, reupholstered in Metaphores bouclette.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Located in Zagreb, HR

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Bouclé, Foam, Wood

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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

By Örsjö Industri AB

Located in Glendale, CA

'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Textile

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Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

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By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design

Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design

Located in Austin, TX

Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards. This pair is...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB

Located in Glendale, CA

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...

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Metal

Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home

Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home

By Ercole Home

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

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Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
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Picasso Marble Cone Side Table

$2,069 / item

H 16.54 in Dm 15.75 in

Picasso Marble Cone Side Table

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...

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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
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Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Solana Wall Sconces
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Solana Wall Sconces

$2,500 / set

H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in

Solana Wall Sconces

By Blueprint Lighting

Located in Westport, CT

The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...

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Enamel, Brass

"Perf" Sideboard in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel
"Perf" Sideboard in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel

"Perf" Sideboard in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel

$2,140 / item

H 25.6 in W 59 in D 13.8 in

"Perf" Sideboard in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel

By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Perf" is a credenza, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, blac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini

Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini

Located in New York, NY

The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Natural Fiber

Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères

Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Hide, Wood, Parchment Paper

Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak

Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...

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2010s American Modern Stools

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Sheepskin, Wood, Oak

French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022

French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Night Stands

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Oak

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

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2010s American Modern Stools

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Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi

Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi

By Odditi

Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU

The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...

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2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Fabric, Foam, Jacquard

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Bouclette Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bouclette chair you’re looking for. A bouclette chair — often made from fabric, bouclé and brass — can elevate any home. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage bouclette chair now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the bouclette chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bouclette chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bouclette chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gigi Radice, Minotti and Pierre Paulin produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bouclette Chair?

Prices for a bouclette chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $2,292 and can go as high as $13,275, while the average can fetch as much as $5,492.

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.