Biedermeier Settee, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
The armrests rest on S-shaped supports with stylized volute decoration, while the legs are likewise elaborately curved.
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Settees
Fabric, Mahogany
Biedermeier Settee, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
The armrests rest on S-shaped supports with stylized volute decoration, while the legs are likewise elaborately curved.
Fabric, Mahogany
Jean Prouvé, Tecta D80, Grand Repos, 1980s Design Rare Light Brown Leather edit.
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Krefeld, DE
Its broad seat rises into a tall backrest, while the padded armrests follow the curve of the side supports. At the front, slender legs end in small wheels; behind the seat, the frame...
Leather, Upholstery
Berga Möbler Threeseater Sofa in Original Mohair, Sweden 1940's
By Berga Mobler
Located in Hellouw, NL
A broad, slightly reclining backrest is divided into three upholstered sections, echoed by the three-part seat below. Rounded armrests curve gently outwards before descending into th...
Mohair
1940s Modern Lounge Chair Attributed To Alfred Christensen. Denmark
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chair features an elegant and highly sculptural form, with gracefully curved elm armrests and legs that flow continuously around the upholstered body.
Velvet, Elm
1940s Modern Lounge Chair Attributed To Alfred Christensen For Slagelse. Denmark
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chair features an elegant and highly sculptural form, with gracefully curved elm armrests and legs that flow continuously around the upholstered body.
Velvet, Elm
1940s Pair Modern Lounge Chairs Attributed To Alfred Christensen. Denmark
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chairs feature an elegant and highly sculptural form, with gracefully curved elm armrests and legs that flow continuously around the upholstered body.
Velvet, Elm
$3,919 / item
Veng armchair
Located in Burlington, NJ
The design is defined by the dynamic relationship between its slender wooden frame, gently curved backrest and distinctive sculptural armrests.
Leather, Oak
Contemporary Natural Teak and Woven Outdoor Dining Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
The chair features a sculptural architectural frame with integrated armrests and a curved woven backrest that provides comfort and visual lightness.
Wood, Teak
Osvaldo Borsani P40 First Edition Reclining Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The chair features a black lacquered tubular metal frame, curved flexible armrests, brass fittings and its original black leatherette upholstery.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Lexington Braided White Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This pair of vintage Lexington lounge chairs brings a breezy, coastal sensibility to any seating arrangement, their frames hand-braided from white rattan in a tightly woven wicker pa...
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Set of 2 Niels O. Møller Model 65 Armchairs, Denmark 1968
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in München, BY
This chair stands out through its fully upholstered backrest and gently curved, sculptural armrests, creating a balanced combination of comfort and visual elegance.
Papercord, Birch, Teak
Vintage leather armchair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Armchair with a black metal frame and brown faux leather upholstery, curved wooden armrests with upholstery, designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, 1960s.
Metal
$1,088 / item
Teak and Off-White Outdoor Dining Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Made from natural teak, it features a curved backrest with integrated armrests and a thick off-white seat cushion for comfort.
Fabric, Foam, Teak
Pair of Louis XV bergères brown glazed velvet
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Solid wood structure featuring rococo style characteristics: cartouche-shaped curved backrest, tapered armrests and cambered feet.
Bronze
Two 1950s Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Armchairs Mod. 512 by ISA Bergamo
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The chairs feature a solid wood frame and tapered legs, with a curved backrest and armrests that provide comfort and support.
Velvet, Wood
Biedermeier Armchair, Wood and Satin, Openwork Design, 1830s, Germany
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier armchair raised on front baluster legs and slightly curved rear legs. The armrests terminate in volutes and are accented with delicate string inlay.
Satin, Wood
Pair of Art Deco French Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Alpaca Upholstery, c. 1930’s
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding refined 1930s French Art Deco elegance, this striking pair of club chairs features dramatically curved walnut armrests that fluidly anchor a tailored, generous seat.
Alpaca, Walnut
Louis XVI Style Sofa In Carved Wood And Velvet, 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant Louis XVI style sofa in carved and molded wood resting on fluted tapered legs. The slightly curved backrest and bracketed armrests feature beautiful neoclassical carved decor...
Velvet, Wood
Set of Six Sculptural Dining Chairs by Allmilmö, Germany, 1980s
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
The chairs feature an exceptionally expressive construction in beechwood and laminated plywood, combining strong architectural lines with elegant continuous curves. Particularly dis...
Wood
Set of 2 Vintage Louis Philippe Cherry Wood Armchairs, 19th Century
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Made from dark cherry wood, the chairs feature an elegant classical silhouette with gently curved legs, refined armrests, and beautifully proportioned backs.
Wood
Pair of cabriolet armchairs – Louis XV Style – Sandblasted beech – Floral fabric
Located in NAVILLY, FR
The jacquard upholstery with aqua green background and miniature floral motifs in pink, red and gold covers the curved seat, backrest and armrests, highlighted with coordinating gree...
Velvet, Wood, Beech
1940s Art Nouveau / Swedish Grace Designer lounge Chair With Floral Jacquard
By Carl Malmsten, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chair feature gently curved back, softly rounded armrests and generous seat, creating an inviting and comfortable silhouette.
Fabric, Beech, Pine
1940s Art Nouveau / Swedish Grace Designer lounge Chair With Floral Jacquard
By Carl Malmsten, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chair feature gently curved back, softly rounded armrests and generous seat, creating an inviting and comfortable silhouette.
Fabric, Beech, Pine
Stately French oak armchair in the Louis XV style, 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood, richly carved frame with curved legs and armrests. High, shield-shaped backrest.
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Brown Jordan “Florentine” Cast Aluminum Dining Chairs - Set Of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This set of six vintage Brown Jordan "Florentine" dining chairs showcases the brand's celebrated open-lattice design, with tightly woven crosshatch banding forming both the seat and ...
Metal
Pair Of Louis XVI Style Armchairs Bergères In Carved Wood, Velvet, 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant pair of Louis XVI-style bergères in carved and molded wood resting on fluted tapered legs. The bracketed armrests and slightly curved backrest feature beautiful carved decora...
Velvet, Wood
$4,450 / set
Vintage Braided Rattan Chaise Lounges - Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crafted entirely from rattan, each lounge features a tightly woven structure with braided detailing along the edges that adds texture and depth to the design. Gracefully curved backr...
Rattan
Set of 6 Chairs in Bamboo and Patinated Cognac Leather Mid 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
The particular strength of the design lies in its almost perfectly symmetrical construction. The continuous curve forming the back and armrests is closely repeated at floor level, wh...
Leather, Bamboo
Pair of Swedish Grace / Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs in Floral Jacquard, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chairs feature gently curved backs, softly rounded armrests and generous seats, creating an inviting and comfortable silhouette.
Fabric, Beech, Pine
Set of 35 Stackable Beech Dining Armchairs by Farstrup Møbler, Denmark, 1985
By Farstrup, Magnus Olesen
Located in Dronten, NL
These chairs feature elegantly curved backrests and integrated armrests that are elegantly supported by the 4 legs, creating a harmonious silhouette that conveys both visual lightne...
Beech
Mid Century Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Swan-Neck Gooseneck Rocking Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
The piece features a distinctively tall, sloping sleigh-back silhouette that curves gracefully into sculptural armrests terminating in finely carved swan heads, a classic Neoclassica...
Fabric, Lacquer
Ilmari Tapiovaara Fanett Rocking Chair, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
The chair has a high spindle back in black lacquered birch, a wide curved top rail, armrests on turned supports and long, elegant rockers, combined with a warm, honey-coloured solid ...
Wood
Méridienne Chaise Longue In The Louis XVI Style, Rich Floral Fabric, 20th Cent.
Located in PARIS, FR
The silhouette is particularly harmonious, with a sloping back and elegant curved lines. The armrests and base bear witness to meticulous workmanship in the spirit of the Louis XVI s...
Fabric, Linen, Wood
ASTORIA - Rosewood Burl Lounge Chair with high-glossy effect
Located in Kraków, Województwo małopolskie
Its fully upholstered, monolithic body is shaped by broad rounded armrests, a softly curved backrest and a deep, inviting seat.
Upholstery, Rosewood, Plywood
Göran Malmvall "Svensk Fur" Pine Sofa / Bench for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1950s
By Goran Malmvall, Svensk Fur
Located in Odense, DK
Crafted from pine, it features the collection's distinctive high curved backrest, sculptural armrests, and clean Scandinavian lines.
Pine, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery
1960s Mid-Century Style Geometric Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Featuring a smoothly rounded tub back that curves seamlessly into wide, supportive armrests, each chair offers a deeply comfortable, enveloped seat.
Fabric
$1,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
Czech Upholstered Armchairs, 20th Century Wood Frames, Stylish Pair
Located in High Point, NC
The clean lines and subtle curves of the armrests add a touch of sophistication, making these chairs a versatile choice for various interior styles.
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 6 Vintage Custom Made Fauteuil Dining Chairs w/ Chic Silk Celtic Print
By Maison Jansen, La Maison Pierre Frey
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Legs & Arms: Elegant cabriole legs (curved outward at the top and inward at the bottom) and recessed armrests that curve harmoniously into the seat frame.
Silk, Wood
Louis-Philippe Salon – Sofa and Pair of Armchairs – Rosewood – Floral Fabric
Located in NAVILLY, FR
The structures feature oval medallion backrests, curved cabriole legs, scroll armrests and a scalloped seat rail, characteristic of the Louis-Philippe style from the mid-19th century.
Palisander
Vico Magistretti Vicario Set of 2 Lounge Chairs for Artemide, 1970
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The widely cantilevered armrests, the curved seat shell, and the sturdy legs give the armchair its distinctive futuristic appearance.
Plastic
Art Deco / Swedish Grace Lounge Chair in Red Jacquard Velvet, 1930s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chair features broad rolled armrests, a gently curved back with pronounced side wings and a deep, comfortable seat.
Velvet
Brass and lucite dining chairs by Belgochrom, 1970s - set of 6
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 high back dining chairs attributed to Charles Hollis Jones and produced by Belgochrom featuring curved plexiglass backrests, brass armrests that also form the front legs and...
Brass
Italian modern burgundy fabric sofa Maralunga Vico Magistretti Cassina 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
The couch features independent fold-down headrests for each seat and the two armrests are curved and "folded" toward the seat. Black plastic feet.
Fabric
Italian modern burgundy fabric sofa Maralunga Vico Magistretti Cassina 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
The couch features independent fold-down headrests for each seat and the two armrests are curved and "folded" toward the seat. Black plastic feet.
Fabric
Pair of H269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody Brno, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Lucenec, SK
The chairs feature the characteristic curved wooden armrests and retain their original patterned upholstery.
Bentwood
Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Leather by Niels O. Møller, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The two armchairs, model 62, feature the same ladder-back construction, but with the addition of sculpted, integrated armrests that curve outward from the backrest and flow seamlessl...
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 3 TON 135 Bentwood Bar Stools, Czechoslovakia, circa 1990
Located in Praha, CZ
The chairs feature the characteristic fan-shaped backrest, curved wooden armrests and traditional bentwood construction associated with TON's long-established furniture heritage.
Wood
“Zeca” Armchair by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1960s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Utrecht, NL
The beautiful plywood frame (Móveis Artísticas Z specialised in the material) has an organic shape, characterised by the distinctive curve of the armrests that extend into the legs.
Fabric, Wood
Biedermeier Sofa, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier sofa crafted from cherrywood, featuring a multi-curved backrest and sleigh-shaped armrests. Ebonized turned stretchers are positioned between the armrests.
Fabric, Cherry
Pair of Jindřich Halabala Sculptural Bentwood Lounge Chairs, Czechoslovakia 1940
Located in Almelo, NL
The wooden elements retain a warm, rich patina, emphasizing the elegant curves of the armrests and tapered legs. The chairs have been professionally reupholstered in a new high-qual...
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Dutch Wicker High Back Armchairs by Bas van Pelt, The Netherlands 1940s
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Utrecht, NL
While made of solid wood and wicker, these armchairs have an open feel thanks to the airy arrangement of the arms and legs. The curved lines of the armrests are beautifully crafted a...
Wood, Wicker, Fabric
Tito Agnoli Italian Rattan Lounge Armchair, 1950s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Praha, CZ
The chair features a beautifully constructed rattan frame with a tall, gently curved backrest, sweeping armrests and an unusual continuous loop-style base.
Rattan, Wood
Ole Wanscher PJ-112 Mahogany Sofa, P. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Rødekro, DK
The sofa features a beautifully crafted solid mahogany frame with distinctive sculptural armrests and gently curved rear legs. The design is characterized by its refined proportions,...
Mahogany
Japanese Armchair by Tendo Mokko, Japan, 1980s
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
This chair features softly rounded lines, elegantly curved solid wood armrests, and a generously upholstered seat and backrest that provide outstanding comfort.
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs 'Pedro' Armchairs, Finland, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Puunveisto OY
Located in The Hague, NL
The armrests curve outward and the backrest has a slight forward bend, giving the pair a welcoming, softly upholstered silhouette.
Fabric, Chenille, Velvet, Birch
Pair of yellow chairs, fiberglass seat, contemporary design, France
Located in Valladolid, ES
The seat is a single piece that curves to create both the armrests and the backrest.
Fiberglass
Ming-Style Horseshoe-Back Armchairs, Elm Wood, Black Finish, China
Located in High Point, NC
Their glossy black frames curve gracefully from back to armrest in the classic, enveloping silhouette of traditional Chinese seating, while subtle brass-toned details at the joints a...
Elm
No. 56 Teak Wood Armchair by Niels O. Møller for J. L. Moller, 1950s, Leather
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in München, BY
Introduced in the late 1950s, the Model 56 features a beautifully curved backrest, integrated armrests, and perfectly balanced proportions.
Birch, Teak, Leather
A Pair of 1930s Art Deco “Swan Song” Armchairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each chair features dramatically curved, swept open armrests carved from dark-stained oak, terminating in bold scrolled hand rests that give the pair a fluid, almost swan-like silhou...
Oak
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, Walnut, Repolished, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
The architectural design of the entire seating set is built upon robust and precisely shaped structures made of solid walnut wood, while smoothly bent armrests and slightly curved ba...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
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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.
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