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Conversational Chair

COMPTON / CAMELOT STRIPE Floral Conversational Chair - Verdigris and Noir
By House of Hackney
Located in New York, NY
Perch on a petal and live out your woodland nymph fantasies with our Floral Conversation Chair
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21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Harvey Probber Set of Three Armchairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
beautiful from every angle and their intermediate seat height makes them ideal as conversational chairs.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Set of Three Armchairs
Harvey Probber Set of Three Armchairs
H 29.5 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in
Harvey Probber Armchairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
beautiful from every angle and their intermediate seat height makes them ideal as conversational chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Armchairs
Harvey Probber Armchairs
H 29.5 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in
Oversized "Napoleon Hat" Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
conversational chairs which could be easily moved as the events required. Deep, comfortable and oversized, they
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Ebony, Fir

Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus Segesto dining chairs, set of four
By Stildomus, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
table or to set up a conversational space, the chairs are timeless in design and very comfortable to
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Four French Vintage Bent Cane Patio Chairs with Fluid Shapes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of French vintage cane patio chairs. This set of four chairs from France feature a curvaceous
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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Cane

Steel Tongue Chair by Bannavis Andrew Sribyatta for Pie Studios, 2000s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A rare woven steel sculptural "Tongue Chair" by Bannavis Andrew Sribyatta, a sustainable designer
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Early 20th Century English Bamboo Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century English bamboo chair Great accent piece in any decor More of an accent chair
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Two Space-Age "042" Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
By Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of model 042 chairs in cognac leather by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort. Produced in 1963
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Mid-20th Century British Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of 1970's Swivel Barrel Back Chairs, Milo Baughman Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Two fabulous Milo Baughman style barrel back lounge chairs. Modernist swivel chairs upholstered in
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary One-of-a-Kind Nathalie Guez “Scorpio” Designer Upholstered Chair
By Natalie Guez
Located in Montreal, QC
Scorpio…is a one-of-a-kind conversational piece and creates a wow effect as most Nathalie Guez art
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Wood Carved Lounge Chair, Crafted by Tellurico for Emma Scully Gallery New York.
By Tellurico
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Here is the Hand-Carved Wood Version of the Lounge Chair Designed and Crafted by Tellurico Design
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2010s European Other Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Aubergine Scoop Swivel Lounge Chairs, Metal Base by Barbara Barry for HBF
By HBF, Barbara Barry
Located in Topeka, KS
-centering making them the perfect conversational and TV viewing chairs you will find. Produced by HBF a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 042 Lounge Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1963
By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A very nice pair of model 042 chairs designed by Geoffrey Harcourt in 1963 for Artifort
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

An Italian Neoclassic Style 2-Drawer Side Chest w/Pull Out Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
bedside or perhaps between a pair of chairs in an intimate conversational setting.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Pair of Neoclassic Style Armchairs, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
accent chairs from Italy are each carved with neoclassic stylings with clean/linear arms topped with
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Turn of the Century English 1900s Bleached Armchairs with Linen Upholstery, Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th-century furniture design. The chairs feature elegant arms that gracefully curve into scrolling
Category

Early 20th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Silvered Bronze French Christian Maas Birkin Bag Sculpture & Art Limited Edition
By Christian Maas
Located in North Miami, FL
conversation wherever it will be placed in your home as a wonderful and conversational work of art and
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1990s French Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Alsdorf, NW
room, forming a warm and inviting conversational space. Additionally, the inclusion of a flip-top seat
Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Velvet

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Alex Outdoor Upholstered Stainless Steel Powder Coated Lounge Side Club Chair
By Heather Ashton Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the simplicity of Mid-Century Design, The Alex style of relaxed seating is created using a Stainless Steel, Powder Coated frame and specialized outdoor foam. The design i...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Modern Genuine Ochre Soft Leather Tan Sling - Swing Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
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2010s South African Modern Chairs

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Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

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Wood, Poplar, Burl

Tulip Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
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Art Deco Style Black Marble Quartz Top and Oval Brass Bar Cabinet or Counter
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Oval black bevelled quartz marble stone tray, curved and rounded lines bar or counter table sparkling and sophisticated with black lacquered wooden and brass finishes, opening shelve...
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Marble

Harvey Probber 8 Piece Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping quote to your location. Harvey Probber eight piece sectional sofa. Appears to have wool blend fabric. It is usable in curren...
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Vintage 1970s North American Sectional Sofas

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Wool

Harvey Probber 8 Piece Sectional Sofa
Harvey Probber 8 Piece Sectional Sofa
H 24 in W 108 in D 144 in
21st Century Walnut Wood James Dining Chair Linen
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
James Boswell, the 9th Laird of Auchinleck, was a prestigious biographer and diarist. During the course of his life, James met an amazing number of the powerful of the literati, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs

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Linen, Walnut

Tony Paul, Chairs, Brass, Green Velvet, Rubel, America, 1954
By Tony Paul
Located in High Point, NC
A pair brass and green velvet chairs designed by Tony Paul and produced by Rubel, United States, 1954.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

19th Century Biedermeier Rocking Chair, Mahogany, Germany, circa 1840
Located in Greven, DE
19th century antique rocking chair North Germany Mahogany Late Biedermeier, around 1840 Dimensions: Height: 97 cm, width: 57 cm Description: Rocking chair standing on ru...
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Rocking Chairs

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Mahogany

Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a variance of tables we have ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Travertine

20th Century Chair in the Old Biedermeier Style Maple Root Veneer on Beechwood
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid beechwood with maple root veneer. Conical squares. Straight frame. Exceptional arched backrest. Connected by a curved middle bridge. Seat surface, classic padded. High-quality ...
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20th Century German Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Beech, Maple

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Casey Lurie Studio Modern Low "Pylon" Shelving System in Ash
By Casey Lurie
Located in Chicago, IL
The “Pylon” profile comprises overhanging, interleaved shelves grounded by stacked, conical spacers. These solid elements add visual weight and totemic structure to the shelf system’...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Oval Mirror with Murano Glass by Studio Glustin.
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Beautiful mirror with frame in sculpted Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Murano Glass

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa 1963 for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visual...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa 1963 for Verpan
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa 1963 for Verpan
H 33.08 in W 70.87 in D 70.87 in
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins curved sofa and day bed shar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

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Contemporary Aluminium Powder Coated and Acrylic Slab Chair
By Deon Rubi
Located in Miami, FL
conversational piece of a chair. Designed in collaboration with Jessica Martin (Nun) and Office GA.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Chairs

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Aluminum

Stildomus "Torcello" dining chair in wood and leather, Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Stildomus, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milan, IT
Extremely rare set of four "Segesto" chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Stildomus in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Wood, Walnut

Set of Four Stildomus Segesto Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Torcello Series
By Stildomus, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milan, IT
Extremely rare set of four "Segesto" chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Stildomus in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Pair of Mouton Wing Chairs in Off-White Leather
Located in Houston, TX
Comfortable set of two wing chairs are very handsomely upholstered in an off-white leather with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hugh Acton Chrome Frame Lounge Chairs
By Vecta Group, Hugh Acton
Located in Miami, FL
place for conversational seating, theses chairs are in their original condition with shampooed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Chaises Caquetoires with Linenfold Backs
Located in Quechee, VT
conversational grouping in your living room or in front of a fireplace, and are perfect as hosting chairs at a
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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Karpen of California Horn Lounge Chair
By Karpen of California
Located in Hanover, MA
Futuristic conversational chair by Karpen of California. Tapered walnut legs with brushed steel
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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Pair of Horn Chairs by Karpen of California
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of futuristic conversational chairs by Karpen of California. Tapered walnut legs with brushed
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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Palm Beach Styled Arm Chairs with Carved, Plaid Legs
Located in Jupiter, FL
and btw the fabric is so soft. Great for foyer, end chairs for dining or casual conversational
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

French Louis XVI Pair of Armchairs
Located in Austin, TX
. Professionally reupholstered in a lovely natural linen blend. Wide, comfortable seats, great conversational
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Beech, Linen, Upholstery

French Louis XVI Pair of Armchairs
French Louis XVI Pair of Armchairs
H 35.5 in W 23 in D 23.5 in
French Pair Stylish Iron In/Outdoor Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of painted iron patio conversation chairs. This vintage pair of iron chairs from
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20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Iron

Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" Three-Leg Sculptural Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in North Miami, FL
. Very wonderful condition. Art and sculpture come together in this conversational side chair.   
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

David Colwell Trannon C1 Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman Rattan
By David Colwell, Trannon
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A uniquely designed lounge chair by the well-known Welsh Designer David Colwell. While this chair
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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture Swivel Lounge Chairs in Boucle, a Pair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
designer accent chairs for a conversational environment. These Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs, while
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé

19th Century French Carved Cross Splat Prie-Dieu
Located in Forney, TX
A French carved oak cross splat prie-dieu / prayer chair / religious kneeler from the late 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Chairs

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Metal

Perriand Style Wood Arm Chair
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This is a very comfortable conversational piece.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs

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Wood

Perriand Style Wood Arm Chair
Perriand Style Wood Arm Chair
H 40 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Italian Renaissance-Style Savonarola Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Also called Caquetoire or ‘gossip’ chairs, armchairs like these were arranged for conversational
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Armchairs

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Walnut

Custom Pair of Louis XVI French Armchairs in Tropical Geometric Miami Upholstery
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
conversational element to any interior. The chairs are circa mid-19th century and are superb quality.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Unique Custom Stone and Iron Glass-Top Circular Side Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
new are the perfect size for a pair of drinks tables, and would look great next to two chairs in a
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20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

19th Century French Regency Style Oak Armchairs
Located in San Antonio, TX
craftsmanship. Upholstered in luxurious leather and adorned with a stunning nailhead trim, the chair is
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Antique 19th Century French Regency Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofas in Ivory Boucle, a Pair, Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
, the design, the fabric. If you're looking for a conversational sofa set-- this is it. This set is
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1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Egyptian Revival Fruitwood Side Chairs, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
accent conversational chairs.
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Antique Early 1900s European Egyptian Revival Side Chairs

Pair of Colonial British Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of early-mid 1900s rosewood, folding steamer chairs. Used on the decks of British steamer
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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Chairs

Pair of Antique French Bergères Barrel Back Club Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century French club chairs would make a wonderful smaller conversational arrangement within a
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20th Century French Bergere Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Niermann Weeks Tall Wingback Conversation Chairs (from Ritz Carlton, Palm Beach)
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous pair of high wingback upholstered chairs, by American creator/manufacturer Niermann
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Late 20th Century American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Italian Carved-Wood Armchairs with Newly Upholstered Seat and Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
antique chairs from Italy each have a large rectangular-shaped back, with gracefully carved wooden arms
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Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Scarce 17th Century Indo-Portuguese Caixa Contador - Antique Table Box
Located in Forney, TX
arrived in Asia the absence of chairs and chair-height furniture such as tables meant that they found the
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Antique 17th Century Indian Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Four Adrian Pearsall Conversational Chairs Model 1548 C for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
4 lounge slipper chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. They're in good condition
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Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Azucena Toro Lounge Chair, 1973
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Chicago, IL
The Toro chair by Azucena has been an iconic European design since the 1970s. The first Toro chairs
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet

French Green Painted and Parcel-Gilt Fauteuil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
supported by finely carved, paterae-headed tapering legs. This chair would make a magnificent statement
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Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs

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Paint, Wood

Rare Danish Modern Solid Teak Trapezoidal Side Table by Hvidt & Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
taper towards the front of the table - works perfectly between a pair of chairs tipped conversationally
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Teak

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Conversational Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal conversational chair for your home. A conversational chair — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Find 14 options for an antique or vintage conversational chair now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a conversational chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each conversational chair bearing mid-century modern, modern or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Geoffrey Harcourt and Stildomus each produced at least one beautiful conversational chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Conversational Chair?

A conversational chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,224, while the lowest priced sells for $1,607 and the highest can go for as much as $18,000.

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.