Mid-Century Modern Reclining Armchair in Gray Fabric, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
The piece features a high backrest, softly curved armrests, and black metal legs, all characteristic elements of refined mid-century design.
Metal
Aqua Green Ribbed Reclining Armchair, Italy, 1950.
Located in Madrid, ES
The piece features a high backrest, softly curved armrests, and wooden legs, all characteristic elements of refined mid-century design.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Swedish 1930s Black Leather Art Deco Club Chairs with Bentwood Frame
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Each chair features a reclined rectangular back over a deep seat along with elegantly curved armrests, all upholstered in black ‘’motorcycle’’ leather.
Leather, Bentwood
Vico Magistretti 'Carimate' Dining Chairs in White Upholstery
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The angular frame has two curved armrests that add a dynamic appeal. Where the frame meets the seat, Magistretti added a distinct detail to the frame which gets a little wider at thi...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Italian Empire Armchairs in Mahogany with White Velvet Upholstery, Genoa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Each chair features arched legs terminating in stylized feline feet—a hallmark of the Empire period—and gracefully curved armrests supported by turned baluster columns.
Mahogany
Art Deco Antique Club Armchair Fauteuil Leather Skai & Studs French, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
Club chair in patinated brown leather and skai seat cushion, circa 1920 A club chair dating from the 1920s, featuring a high, rounded, scalloped backrest that extends into wrapped, ...
Copper
Adjustable Armchair H70 by Jindrich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Elegant beechwood frame with beautifully curved armrests, a hallmark of Halabala’s timeless design.
Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
$2,902Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Armchair in Solid Cherrywood, Newly Upholstered
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The warm cherrywood frame displays a beautiful natural grain and rich patina, enhancing its historic charm. Featuring gently curved armrests and a ladder back, the chair offers both ...
Cherry, Upholstery
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest)
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Set of Six Bondo Gravesen Armchairs in Teak and Black Leather – Denmark, 1960s
By Bondo Gravesen
Located in TOURCOING, FR
These sculptural chairs are crafted from solid teak with beautifully curved armrests and original black leather upholstery.
Leather, Wood
Very rare amrchairs A562 by Otto Prutscher for Thonet
By Otto Prutscher, Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
The chairs are masterfully crafted from steam-bent beechwood, showcasing a striking, architectural openwork backrest with a strict geometric grid-lattice design. The elegantly curved...
Beech, Bentwood
$1,685Sale Price / item|20% Off
Swedish Modern Birch Armchairs with Blue Faux Leather Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
The sculptural frames are made from solid birch, featuring gently curved armrests and tapered legs that emphasize clean lines and graceful proportions.
Faux Leather, Birch
1960s , Pair Slim Danish Rosewood Lounge Chairs With Jacquard Cushions
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The chairs feature refined sculptural frames with gently curved armrests, slender legs and an open slatted back construction.
Jacquard, Rosewood
Set of Four Boris Tabakoff dining Chairs, France, 1970s
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
These chairs feature a futuristic and organic design with semi-circular cantilevered chrome-plated bases and curved armrests that create a floating effect. Recently reupholstered in ...
Chrome
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak Dining Room Chairs, after renovation
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Known for their elegant, sculptural form and exceptional comfort, these chairs feature beautifully restored wooden frames with graceful, curved armrests and tapered legs—hallmarks of...
Teak, Fabric
Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chairs in White Tibetan Lambswool
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
These chairs have a very dynamic and abundant appearance and the fuzzy upholstery gives them a very luxurious feel. Beautifully curved armrests in blonde stained beech nicely blend w...
Wool, Beech
Iconic set of 4 Techno Chairs designed by Philippe Starck for L'Oréal
By Philippe Starck
Located in NICE, FR
Featuring sleek metallic frames and swivel bases, these chairs embody a minimalist industrial aesthetic. Their curved armrests and ergonomic backrests ensure comfort while maintainin...
Aluminum
Vintage Mandarin Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll - Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These examples retain their original patterned upholstery, a graphic textile that complements the expressive geometry of the design while remaining characteristically restrained in p...
Steel
$3,371Sale Price|33% Off
H-269 Halabala Armchair By Jindřich Halabala For Up Závody, Czechoslovakia, 1920
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Zohor, SK
This model has a very dynamic and abundant appearance. Beautifully curved armrests in a dark brown color add a dynamic appeal to the design.
Velvet, Oak
Art Deco / Early Modernist armchair from the 1930s
By Up Závody, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
The armchair features a solid, richly toned wooden frame with elegant, vertically slatted side structures and sweeping curved armrests, perfectly embodying pre-war craftsmanship.
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Danish Modern 1940s Armchair in Blue Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The slender frame is crafted from richly toned mahogany, carefully shaped with soft, organic lines. The curved armrests flow seamlessly into the front legs, lending the chair a calm ...
Brass
Set of 2 Chinese high-backed armchairs in the style of the Ming Dynasty, 1920
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Characteristic features include the curved armrests, the stabilizing cross braces at the bottom, and the inset seat made of sturdy rope weave.
Elm
Wonderful Antique Armchair in Solid Oak Europe 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
A European farmhouse vernacular style chair, with a straight backrest and wonderful curly armrests. Great design. Although strict and angular, this chair also shows a distinct sculp...
Oak
$7,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
19th Century American Mahogany Armchairs in William and Mary Style
Located in CABA, AR
With their distinctive curved armrests and backs, these chairs exude classic charm and sophistication, reminiscent of the opulence of the era.
Mahogany
$9,317Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Four South German Biedermeier Walnut Armchairs, circa 1825
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The design shows the typical simplicity and balance of early Biedermeier furniture, with finely curved armrests, shaped legs, and warm wood tones that create a refined yet inviting l...
Walnut
1960s Finn Juhl Model 209 Diplomat Chair in Mahogany and Brown Leather - Cado
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
The chairs features mahogany frames and brown leather upholstery and have a simple design with straight lines and curved armrests and legs and very comfortable seats that will fit in...
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Houston, TX
Designed in the 1950s, the piece features a clean, geometric silhouette elevated on slender black metal legs with brass-capped feet, creating a light and sculptural presence. The sli...
Brass, Steel
Pj4 Arm Chairs in Teak and Leather by Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Denmark 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Dallas, TX
These iconic mid‑century chairs showcase Jalk’s refined Scandinavian modern aesthetic, with sculptural solid teak frames and elegantly curved armrests that highlight the warmth and g...
Teak, Upholstery
Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Grey Lambswool
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
This chair has a very dynamic and abundant appearance and the fuzzy upholstery gives it a very luxurious feel. Beautifully curved armrests in brown stained beech nicely blend with th...
Wool, Beech
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in White Tibetan Lambswool
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
These chairs have a very dynamic and abundant appearance and the fuzzy upholstery gives them a very luxurious feel. Beautifully curved armrests in stained beech nicely blend with the...
Wool, Beech
Italian mid century wooden striped fabric armchairs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
The wooden structure has rounded edges and soft lines with curved armrests. Round section legs. 1950s Vintage condition.
Fabric, Wood
Two-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in PARIS, FR
The deep seat and slightly curved armrests give the model a presence that is both understated and refined.
Leather
2 Antique Gothic Revival Quartersawn Oak Carved Church Pews Deacon Bench Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Small, numbered brass tags—specifically displaying numbers 37, 38, and 67, 68—are securely riveted directly onto the curved armrests, indicating their historical placement inside a c...
Fabric, Oak
Beta Wassenaar Philippe Starck Style Armchairs w/ Black Upholstery & Wood Arms
By Philippe Starck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The flowing, curved armrests contrast deliberately with the upright, rectangular back panel, creating the kind of material and formal tension associated with Postmodern European desi...
Metal
Contemporary Sculptural Aquamarine Velvet Dining Chair Alquimia
By Moanne
Located in Almería, ES
The Alquimia Dining Chair in aquamarine velvet is a vessel for transformation—where radical softness meets sculptural clarity. With its curving armrests and bold monolithic legs, thi...
Velvet
Handsome Pair of Spanish Wooden Armchairs with Rush Seat & Backs, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
The chairs display a robust architectural form with gently curved armrests supported by turned baluster arm posts.
Rush, Wood
Otto Schulz Wingback Lounge Chair for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Hammarö, SE
This model features Schulz’s characteristic high winged backrest, gently curved armrests and beautifully balanced silhouette.
Textile, Pine
Elegant Pair of Empire-style Armchairs, Made in Denmark, circa 1900.
Located in Kastrup, DK
Constructed in beautifully figured birch, the chairs feature fine ebonized details throughout. The gracefully curved armrests terminate in turned ebonized elements that elegantly con...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Austrian Armchair with Dark Brown Straw and Solid Wood in Thonet Style, 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
The inclined backrest and the seat are in dark brown Vienna straw. Curved armrests present. Early 1900s. Perfect conditions, totally restored.
Straw, Wood
Jugendstil Vintage Rattan Armchair Lounge Chair Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren c 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
An amazing solo arm chair or lounge chair from rattan in honey brown color by Prag-Rudniker circa 1910 Austria with slightly curved armrests and back with a nice darker colored line ...
Rattan
Pop Art Pink Lilac Vintage Armchair Zyklus Chair Peter Maly, 1980s Germany
By Peter Maly
Located in Vienna, AT
An adjustable neck roll makes the armchair comfortable and cosy. Slightly curved armrests floats into the frame and two wheels, as play with geometric elements, underline the playful...
Chrome
Danish Modern 1940s Set of Six Dining Chairs in Blue Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The slender frame is crafted from richly toned mahogany, carefully shaped with soft, organic lines. The curved armrests flow seamlessly into the front legs, lending the chair a calm ...
Brass
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Mocha
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Avic
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) Sumac
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) Sumac
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Demetra
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Mocha
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Stone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Stone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 R – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Right Armrest) - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 R, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Gervasoni Ghost 35 L – Curved Terminal Modular Element (Left Armrest) - Aurora
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Ghost 35 L, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Gervasoni Ghost collection, a family of modular seating elements characterized by comfort, versatility, and a distinct...
Fabric
Arne Wahl Iversen “ST-750” armchair Niels Eilersen Denmark 1959
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Niels Eilersen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Crafted in beautifully grained solid teak, the chair showcases Iversen’s refined, organic design language, with softly curved armrests and a fluid backrest that transitions seamlessl...
Leather, Teak
Pair of Bamboo & Rattan Lounge Chairs with Red Painted Finish, Finland, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
The chairs feature an expressive organic form with curved armrests, sloping backs, and a sculptural open weave construction.
Bamboo, Rattan, Paint
Noboru Nakamura “Poem” Lounge Chair for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA, Noboru Nakamura
Located in Stockholm, SE
The chair features a bentwood birch frame with a continuous sled base and wide curved armrests, paired with saddle brown leather cushions.
Leather, Bentwood
Rocking chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko, Finland, 1960's
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Asko
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The tall spindle backrest and gently curved armrests provide good support, while the rocking base adds a relaxed and practical element to the design.
Wood
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs in Black Tibetan Lambswool
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
These chairs have a very dynamic and abundant appearance and the fuzzy upholstery gives them a very luxurious feel. Beautifully curved armrests in dark stained beech nicely blend wit...
Wool, Beech
1984 Thonet S320 Armchairs by Schneider & Böhme, Gray Upholstery, Pair
By Wulf Schneider, Thonet, Ulrich Bohme
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The tubular steel frame combines black powder-coated curved armrests with chrome-plated sled base legs, demonstrating the color-blocked aesthetic popular in 1980s design.
Chrome
Pair of Beech Armchairs French Art Deco, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Their structure features the geometric lines characteristic of this period, with wide, curved armrests extending all the way to the front legs.
Upholstery, Beech
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.
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