Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Each chair measures 22.5" wide, 27" deep and 28
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Each chair measures 22.5" wide, 27" deep and 28
Fabric, Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for ARTIFORT, Netherlands – 1952
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic Congo chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands - 1952. Designer: Theo Ruth Manufacturer
Fabric, Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Congo Chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design
Fabric, Wood
$2,125
H 36 in W 21 in D 28 in
Vintage Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, in new tan tweed upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Denver, CO
Designed by Theo Ruth, this Congo Chair was produced for Artifort furniture in the 1950s. This
Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$2,850
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 28.75 in
Theo Ruth for Artifort White Teddy 'Congo' Chair Dutch Mid Century Modern
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Dronten, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair in black lacquered beech and new teddy cotton fabric
Cotton, Beech
Alf Svensson Congo chair for Bra Bohag, Sweden, 1952
By Alf Svensson
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Industrier; the Congo Easy Chair (1954) for Haga Fors; the sectional Domus 1 Chair (1955) for Dux, which was
Beech
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.5 in W 38 in D 19 in
Ilmari Tapiovaara Prototype Congo Folding Chair Finland 1954
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Camden, ME
Congo folding chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1954 manufactured by Lukkiseppo Ltd. in
Metal, Steel
$1,975 / item
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 33.08 in
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chairs, wood, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Set of iconic
Fabric, Beech
$17,513 / set
H 33.47 in W 24.81 in D 33.47 in
Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 1948
By Theo Ruth
Located in Den Haag, NL
Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 'Art and Comfort
Velvet, Wood
$4,450
H 32.68 in W 22.05 in D 35.44 in
"Congo" Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Utrecht, NL
Congo that enjoyed great success. This ‘Congo’ chair is a representative example of Ruth’s
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair
By Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair, stained ash, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Known as
Fabric, Ash
$8,900 / set
H 32.68 in W 22.05 in D 35.44 in
“Congo” Lounge Chairs in Mongolian Shearling by Theo Ruth, Netherlands 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Congo” model that enjoyed great success. This pair of “Congo” chairs is a representative example of
Fabric, Wood, Sheepskin
Set of Three Chairs from Congo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three wooden African chairs from Congo.
Wood
$2,595 / set
H 31.2 in W 35.1 in D 13.7 in
Pair of 20th Century African Wooden Carved Chairs from Congo
Located in High Point, NC
These 20th Century African wooden carved chairs from Congo showcase the sculptural elegance and
Wood
$2,415 / set
H 37.01 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Three-Low Slung Hand Carved African Lounge Chairs from Congo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-low slung African lounge chairs, probably from Congo, circa 1950s-1960s. Each chair is hand
Wood
Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
1952 Congo chair and the 1953 Penguin chair.Ruth’s long tenure as its head of design and development
Metal
Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair
By Hagafors Stolfabrik 1, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Hagafors, Sweden. Solid wood construction with black lacquer. Newley upholstered in blue leather. Two part knock down construction. Ne...
Wood
$11,000 / set
H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs for Artifort, Netherlands ca 1960s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
its design legacy. His most famous pieces include the 1952 Congo Chair and the 1953 Penguin Chair
Fabric, Wood
$5,048Sale Price / set|44% Off
H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 33.47 in
Rare Set of 4 Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chairs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Munich, DE
Made by Hagafors / Sweden. Two in natural wood, clear lacquered. One with removed lacquer and one lacquered black. All with various signs of use. Two part knock down construction.
Wood
$28,500Sale Price / set|22% Off
H 32 in W 44 in D 31.5 in
20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
work, design was the Congo chair in 1952 and the Penguin chair in 1957. During his life time, he worked
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Rosewood
$1,950
H 29.93 in W 52.76 in D 29.53 in
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Settee Sofa in Floral Upholstery and Wood
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
most iconic creation, the Congo chair, not only stands as his masterpiece but also achieved remarkable
Fabric, Wood
Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
head of the design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known design and was a great
Fabric
$9,650 / set
H 31.5 in W 32.68 in D 31.5 in
Set of 2 "F115" Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1960's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known design and was a great sales success
Metal
Set of 2 Artifort 410 Chairs by Theo Ruth, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
1939 as head of the design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known design and was
Fabric
Vintage african birthing chair, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Traditional African birthing chairs consisting of two interlocking wooden planks carefully carved
Wood
Theo Ruth Lounge Chair in Patterned Fabric
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
his most famous creations are the 'Congo' and 'Penguin' chairs.
Metal
Theo Ruth Pair of Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
his most famous creations are the 'Congo' and 'Penguin' chairs.
Metal
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Orange Red Upholstery
By Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, later in 1939 as head of the design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known design
Steel
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Yellow and Black Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known design and was a great sales success
Fabric, Wood
Alf Svensson armchair Model "Teve" for Ljungs Sweden 1960s
By Alf Svensson
Located in Paris, FR
Chair (1953) for Ljungs Industrier, the Congo Easy Chair (1954) for Haga Fors, the modular Domus 1 Chair
Birch
Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
. Among his most famous pieces are the 1952 Congo Chair and the 1953 Penguin Chair, both of which consist
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo Chair in "Esgii" Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, this vintage Congo chair has been restored in Esgii fabric
Wool, Mohair
Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs, circa 1950
By Artifort, Julian Marshall
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A 1950s pair Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" chairs. An innovative design, the back and seat are in
Upholstery, Wood
Alf Svensson "Congo" chairs
By Alf Svensson
Located in Den Bommel, NL
Fantastic designed easy chairs in the style of Tapiovaara but with more Bauhaus in it. No screws
Unavailable
H 90 in W 53 in D 80 in
Modernist Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in The Hague, NL
Modernist lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950s. Inspired by the old African
Fabric, Teak
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 28.75 in
Ultra Rare Yellow and Black Upholstered Artifort 115 by Theo Ruth, 1958
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL
was his 1952 Congo chair and Pinguin chair.
congo chief chair
Located in st. helena, napa valley, CA
sexy. this is one of my favorite chief chairs i've come across yet. covered in nail head, legs of
Pair of Theo Ruth "Congo" Club Chairs
By Theo Ruth
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century club chairs, model "Congo" each with frames in lacquered wood
Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 35.44 in
Congo & Pinguin Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1957
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Beautiful set of “Congo” and “Pinguin”lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by
Wool, Wood
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 19.69 in D 29.53 in
Rare Iconic Augusto Romano Pliable Lounge Chairs Mod. Congo, 1950 Italy
By Augusto Romano, Gio Ponti
Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH
Completely reupholstered and new cover in deep "oxblood" velvet, wood Literature: Similar model published on: Mobili, di Architetti e Progettisti Torinesi 1945-1965, Davide Alaim...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Vintage congo stoel by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag
By Alf Svensson
Located in WEERT, NL
Vintage congo stoel by Alf Svensson for Bra Bohag
Beech
Unavailable
H 43.71 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in
African Duguot Throne Chief Chair Carved Sculpted Animals Free Shipping
Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg
The President of Congo's throne at the Expo Hannover 2000 Congo's / Zaire's National Pavilion. It
Hardwood
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Theo Ruth Sofa or Love Seat in Red for Artifort, Model 115, 1970s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
cabinetmaker, later in 1939 as head of the design and development department. The Congo chair is his best known
Fabric
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in
Theo Ruth Mid-Century Modern Armchair Model Penguin for Artifort, 1957
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Ghent, BE
. His most famous chairs are the Congo (1952) and Penguin chair. He also inspired a lot of other
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Theo Ruth 'Congo' Chairs
By Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of "Congo" chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957, France.
Leather
Pair of Theo Ruth Congo Chairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort designed in 1952 in original brown boucle with ebonized wood
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo Chair
By Julian Marshall, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on
Beech, Upholstery
Theo Ruth Congo Chair for Artifort
By Artifort
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theo Ruth Congo Chair in a Burnt Cienna Knoll Boucle just newly shipped from Europe and completely
Upholstery
Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair
By Julian Marshall, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension
Wood, Upholstery
Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A good 1950s Congo chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Artifort was founded in 1890 and still exist
Beech
Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort with original fabric
By Julian Marshall
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare original congo chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1957. This chairs has influences
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 33.08 in
Dutch Design Congo Chair Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Magnificent original Artifort Congo chair designed by: Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1950. The chair is
Fabric, Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth, New Wool Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Austin, TX
Sculptural "Congo" chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design from the 50's
Wood
Sold
H 33.08 in W 22.25 in D 33.27 in
Congo Chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice Congo chair in Birch by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko 1960s. This smart construction consists of
Birch
Original 1950's Theo Ruth Congo Chair for in Brick and Black
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Theo Ruth Congo chair with unique tension set construction. The back and seat are 2
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo Chair
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique tension set construction. The back and seat are two separate pieces that fit together like two pieces of a puzzle. Upholstery in black with white seat top. Original finished b...
Beech, Upholstery
Theo Ruth "Congo" Chair, 1952
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Meulebeke, BE
"Congo" lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1952. This chair has a unique
Wool, Wood
Congo Chair by Arnt Lande, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
period. The easy chair is reupholstered with Bisson Bruneel Bergamo fabric, which creates the effect of
Fabric, Rattan, Teak
Theo Ruth Congo Chair in Green Velvet
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in London, GB
This eye-catching chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort cuts a really pleasing profile. Ruth
Velvet, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort 1957
By Julian Marshall
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic lounge chair by Theo Ruth with original cubic fabric and black feet. Like all of our
Fabric, Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Model: Penguin lounge chair Material: Solid beech / New upholstery Design period: 1950s Date of
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Model 'congo' lounge chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort. A smart design comprised of two interlocking
Fabric, Wood
Pair or Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs
By Artifort, Julian Marshall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Tension set Construction. The Back and Seat are 2 separate Pieces that Fit together like 2 Pieces of a Puzzle. Original Condition! (seats have been reupholstered with new fabr...
Upholstery, Birch, Wood
Mid Century "Congo" Chair and Ottoman by Theo Ruth
By Artifort, Julian Marshall
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage lounge chair and matching ottoman by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Newly reupholstered in tan
Textile, Wood
Pair of Congo chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of slipper chairs with new upholstery supported by ebonized wooden legs
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Model 'congo' lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. A smart design comprised of two interlocking
Fabric
Penguin and Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
The congo and penguin chair are both interlocking for easy assembly and transportation This
Upholstery, Seagrass, Birch
Sold
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 33.08 in
Congo & Penguin Lounge chairs Design Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Den Haag, NL
would make a real eye-catcher in any interior! These Penguin and congo chair consists of two
Fabric
Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Delft, NL
Theo Ruth "Congo" lounge chairs for Artifort, 1950s 3 "Congo" chairs in different colors in
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair with Headrest for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
frame. Theo Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Dronten, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chairs in black lacquered wood and checkered yellow fabric
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950s Lounge Chair
By Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on
Theo Ruth for Artifort Model 115 Small Lounge Chair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on
Beech, Upholstery
Theo Ruth for Artifort Two-Toned Cocktail Chair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After joining Artifort in 1936
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Black Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs by Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After joining Artifort in 1936 (then
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Armchair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
was his 1952 congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After joining Artifort in 1936
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth Penguin Lounge Chair for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in The Hague, NL
successor of the Congo chair. The ingenious design consists of two interlocking pieces which can be
Wool, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Lounge Chair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After joining Artifort in 1936
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950's Lounge Chair
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair Artifort, Netherlands, 1957
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning Congo lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands
Fabric, Beech
Pair of 1950s "Congo" Easy Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Hagafors Stolfabrik 1, Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare "Congo" easy chairs designed by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Hagafors in
Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chair for Artifort, 1950s Dutch Design
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in The Hague, NL
Unique Dutch design construction chair named "Congo" designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured for
Fabric, Wood
Congo Settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Congo settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Settee measures 57" wide, 27" deep and 28" high. Seat
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 21.26 in D 30.71 in
Mid-Century Modern Congo Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam, NL
together like pieces of a puzzle! This wonderful and colorful Mid-Century Modern Congo lounge chair by
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth Loveseat by Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension construction. After
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950's Loveseat
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950's Sofa Set
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on innovative tension
Upholstery
$7,671
H 29.53 in W 88.19 in D 35.44 in
Large Expandable Alvar Aalto Wooden Dining Table Model 92, 1940s, Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is a beautiful extending table model 92 by Alvar Aalto from 1940s. The body of the table is solid birch. The surface of the table is laminated by oak veneer. An extension leaf t...
Birch, Oak
$30,194
H 31.89 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
Italian 17th Century Walnut Rustic Trestle Refectory Dining or Library Table
Located in Firenze, IT
This charming 17th Century massive scale rectangular refectory table, dating back to Baroque period, is a magnificent example of Tuscan rustic craftsmanship. The top consists of four...
Wood, Walnut
$2,391 / item
H 29.53 in Dm 29.53 in
Simplicissimus Chandelier, 6 Arms Fontana grey green Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Simplicissimus 360 chandelier, 6 lights, Fontana grey green artistic glass by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a ...
Blown Glass
$3,500
H 28.5 in W 28.75 in D 28.25 in
Rare Illum Wikkelso for N Eilersen Woven Lounge Chair Danish Modern
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare ILLUM WIKKELSO for Niels Eilersen woven lounge chair. original paper cord on seat and back
Rope, Wood
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa circa 1860 Good quality Swedish empire period birch sofa upholstered in kalim woven fabric. Small sofa or a very comfortable single cha...
Fabric, Birch
French Art Deco Lounge Chair in Green Faux Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, faux leather, wood, France, 1940s Charming French armchair with a beautiful shape from the late Art Deco period. This chair features classical detailing, for example t...
Faux Leather, Wood
Federico Munari, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown beige velvet fabric and walnut lounge chairs, designed by Federico Munari and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. 14” seat height
Fabric, Walnut
$1,489Sale Price / set|44% Off
H 31.5 in W 98.43 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Sofa or Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
1960s Retro Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Siesta Four-Seat Sofa A rare and highly sought-after Scandinavian sofa designed by Ingmar Relling and produced in Norway by the renowned West...
Bentwood, Fabric
Severin Hansen, Side Tables, Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rosewood side tables designed by Severin Hansen and produced by Haslev, Denmark, c. 1960s. Variance to wood tone and grain of each table as observable in photos.
Rosewood
$26,200
H 26.38 in W 98.43 in D 39.38 in
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-seater Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and coveted piece of Italian design from the 1970s. Upholstered in sumptuous black leather, the sofa embodies t...
Leather
$1,650 / item
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Carimate Dining Chairs in Leather & Dark Wood
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Casina, 'Carimate' dining chairs, model '115' leather, stained beech, Italy, 1963 This large set of dining chairs belongs to the 'Carimate' line, one of Vico M...
Leather, Beech
$2,419Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 51.19 in
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam, 2000's
By IKEA, Carl Öjerstam
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam; Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This design was made from a light...
Wicker, Rattan
$301,949 / set
H 137.8 in W 137.8 in D 137.8 in
Italian Renaissance Style Set Dining Room 16 Pieces Walnut Hand-Carved
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FQ58 Period: 19th century Style: Renaissance Dining room of the School of Arts in Monza, 19th century, walnut hand-carved consists of: sideboard showcase with leaded cathedra...
Leather, Glass, Walnut
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
By Cassina
Located in London, GB
An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...
Steel
Clarkester Counter Stool Maple Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A perfect mix of Scandinavian inspiration and industrial flare that cohesively come together to make a statement piece which embodies simplicity, functionality and elegance. The ...
Steel
$7,259 / set
H 39.77 in W 34.26 in D 37.41 in
Pair of armchairs in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A pair of comfortable bergère armchairs in fabric and wood, upholstered in velvet, in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italian manufacture, 1950s. The elegance of the bergère armch...
Fabric, 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.
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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