Mid-Century Style Aretha Bar Stool in Leather and Walnut Wood by Mavo Atelier
By Mavo Atelier
Located in Trofa, PT
The contoured seat offers utmost comfort, while the curved backrest, effortlessly upon four iconic spheres, creates a striking architectural gesture.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Aretha Bar Stool in Black Stain Ashwood by Mavo Atelier
By Mavo Atelier
Located in Trofa, PT
The contoured seat offers utmost comfort, while the curved backrest, effortlessly upon four iconic spheres, creates a striking architectural gesture.
Metal, Brass
Set of 4 Torbecchia Dining Chairs by Giovanni Michelucci for Poltronova, 1964
By Poltronova, Giovanni Michelucci
Located in Dronten, NL
The framing is deliberately exposed, and the seat posts rise slightly above the seat rail, a detail that gives the chair its distinctive silhouette. A gently curved backrest, set bet...
Cane, Walnut
Marc & Pierre Simon “Deauville” Chair for SS France / Airborne, 1962
By Marc and Pierre Simon
Located in Almelo, NL
The chair features a gently curved backrest and integrated armrests upholstered in original deep-red vinyl, supported by tapered black-lacquered steel legs ending in small brass feet.
Metal
GUBI Daumiller Side Chair Brown/Black by Rainer Daumiller
By Gubi, Rainer Daumiller
Located in New York, NY
The Daumiller Side Chair shares a design language with the iconic Daumiller Armchair - elegant yet robust, with a reassuringly solid form and a gracefully curved backrest. True to Ra...
Rush, Wood, Pine
GUBI Daumiller Side Chair Golden Pine by Rainer Daumiller
By Rainer Daumiller, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
The Daumiller Side Chair shares a design language with the iconic Daumiller Armchair - elegant yet robust, with a reassuringly solid form and a gracefully curved backrest. True to Ra...
Wood, Pine, Rush
Sculptural Oak Dining Chair with Velvet Upholstery and Metal Accent
Located in New York, NY
Its velvet-upholstered seat and curved backrest provide a plush, inviting texture, adding both comfort and sophistication.
Metal
Gio Ponti 646 "Leggera" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1952, Set of 10
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
As the precursor to the iconic 699 "Superleggera," the "Leggera" is distinguished by its lightness and structural innovation. Its slightly curved backrest and pointed supports give i...
Rope, Ash
Set of Dining Chairs by Sedláček & Vyčítal, Czechoslovakia, 1970s — 24 Available
Located in Almelo, NL
These chairs exemplify Eastern European mid-century design, characterized by refined lines, organic curves, and exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted from solid beech wood, the frames ...
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage Woven Rush and Metal Dining Chairs - Set of 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Each chair features a gently curved backrest and contoured seat, tightly woven in natural fiber with a warm, golden tone that brings visible texture and softness to the dining room.
Iron
Debi Sculptural Armchair by Sergio Prieto, Contemporary Design
By Sergio Prieto
Located in Lisbon, PT
Characterized by its soft architectural silhouette, the Debi Armchair combines generous volumes with a distinctive curved backrest composed of overlapping rounded forms.
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Mulberry Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the front and reverse of the wide seat, set against a curved backrest that completes its Classic appearance.
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
NOOM Flock Minimalist Dining Chair CS2 with Light Ash Legs, Pink Wool
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
COMFORT AND FUNCTION The chair features a generous upholstered seat and a softly curved backrest, providing comfortable ergonomic support for everyday dining and long seating sessions.
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash, Foam
Flock CS2 Accent Chair by NOOM, Upholstered in Dark Blue Boucle with Ash Legs
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
ERGONOMIC COMFORT The chair features a wide, softly curved backrest and a generously padded seat, providing ergonomic support and comfort for everyday dining.
Wool, Bouclé, Ash, Foam
Rounded Dining Chair in Grey Wool — Flock CS1 by NOOM, Organic Modern
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
COMFORT AND FUNCTION The chair features a wide upholstered seat and gently curved backrest, providing ergonomic support and comfortable seating for everyday dining.
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash
Postmodern dining set with 4 chairs and extendabe table by Arnold Merckx, 1980s
By Arnold Merckx, Arco
Located in Zevenaar, NL
With a refined silhouette, the armchairs feature a curved backrest and seat, offering comfort and visual appeal.
Leather, Oak
Customizable Walnut Finish and Herringbone Lounge Chair with Cane – Soho Series
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
Inspired by vintage aesthetics, this chair features a sculptural wooden frame with walnut finish, gracefully contoured to highlight its fine craftsmanship. The curved backrest is wov...
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Mustard Cotton Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the front and reverse of the wide seat, set against a curved backrest that completes its Classic appearance.
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Sage Green Cotton Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the front and reverse of the wide seat, set against a curved backrest that completes its Classic appearance.
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
$10,577 / item
Hand Tailored Fringes 2-Seat Sofa in Antique Pink Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the front and reverse of the wide seat, set against a curved backrest that completes its Classic appearance.
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Mint/Sepia
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Sepia Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loose ...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - 3D/Sepia
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Sepia Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loose ...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Heron/Sepia
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Sepia Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loose ...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Aurora/Sepia
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Sepia Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loose ...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Stone/Sepia
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Sepia Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loose ...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Avic/Charcoal
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - 3D Blue/Charcoal
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Mint/Charcoal
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Migella/Charcoal
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Aurora/Charcoal
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Mocha/Charcoal
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Stone/Charcoal
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Charcoal Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loo...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Mint/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Skybark Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loos...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Mocha/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Skybark Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loos...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Stone/Skybark
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Skybark Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loos...
Fabric, Ash
Gervasoni Gray 05 – Sofa 2 places design Paola Navone - Deus/Skybark
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Design and Materials Structure: Solid ash wood frame Finish: Ash wood stained Skybark Backrest: Curved backrest with exposed ash wood slats Backrest cushions: Mixed down filling Loos...
Fabric, Ash
Gaudi Brown Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Artemide 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Their design features a low-slung seat and a curved backrest that conforms to the natural contours of the body, providing excellent support and comfort.
Plastic
Ludvik Volak Armchair, Dřevopodnik Holešov, Czechoslovakia, 1989
By Ludvik Volak
Located in Praha, CZ
These elegant armchair feature sculptural black wooden frames, wide armrests, gently curved backrests, and light grey upholstered seats.
Chrome
Contemporary Sculptural Round Daybed in Bouclé with Dark Walnut Plinth
By Mondo Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural round daybed is defined by its generous circular form, softly curved backrest, and low architectural profile. Fully upholstered in richly textured ivory wool bouclé, ...
Upholstery, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline Red Leather 121 Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 10
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Collector Core Chair Upholstered in Nobilis Promenade by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Its solid wood frame, paired with a plush, curved backrest, creates a striking contrast of strength and softness.
Fabric, Walnut
Carl Malmsten 'Redet' Lounge Chair
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Notable characteristics of the chair include the elegant curves evident in its construction, as well as the piping incorporated into the upholstery of the backrest.
Fabric, Mahogany
Airport Chair, Model Ap-38, by Hans J. Wegner and A.P. Stolen, 1960s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The AP-38 airport chair's design features a curved backrest and armrests, providing ergonomic support for the user.
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline Red Leather 121 Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 12
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Collector Two Core Chair Upholstered in Boho Natural Raffia by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Its solid wood frame, paired with a plush, curved backrest, creates a striking contrast of strength and softness.
Fabric, Oak
Gio Ponti 646 "Leggera" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1952, Set of 12
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
As the precursor to the iconic 699 "Superleggera," the "Leggera" is distinguished by its lightness and structural innovation. Its slightly curved backrest and pointed supports give i...
Rope, Ash
Magis Déjà-vu Chair by Naoto Fukasawa in Polished Aluminum
By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The chair features a clean and balanced silhouette defined by slender vertical legs and a compact seat with a gently curved backrest. Its understated aesthetic gives the chair a time...
Aluminum
Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Leather and Rosewood by Arne Vodder, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The design of the chairs emphasizes clean lines and organic forms, with gently curved backrests that provide ergonomic support and comfort.
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Model 83 Dining Chairs by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Victoria, BC
The seats have been professionally restored and upholstered in new light brown genuine leather, providing a fresh appearance while respecting the original character of the design. T...
Leather, Hardwood
$4,800 / set
Italian Chair 1940's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Crafted in the 1940s, it embodies the elegance and sophistication that came to define early Italian modern design. Its gently curved backrest, graceful silhouette, and beautifully sc...
Fabric, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline English Red Leather "121" Chair for Cassina, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline Red Leather "121" Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 2
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline Red Leather "121" Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Aniline Red Leather "121" Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
A distinctive characteristic of the design is the gently curved backrest with a central cut-out opening, which enhances visual lightness and ergonomic comfort.
Leather, Walnut
Clam Sofa by Arnold Madsen, Black-Stained Wood, Mid-Century Denmark
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The sofa’s shape closely follows the Clam chair’s distinctive design language, with an embracing curved backrest and seat that are deeply padded and tufted, offering a luxurious and ...
Fabric, Lacquer, Wood
Contemporary Sculptural Sofa with Double-Layered Back in Tailored Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
The design features a gently curved backrest that flows seamlessly into the armrests, forming a cohesive, sculptural volume.
Velvet, Wood
Collector Core Chair Upholstered in Nobilis Lophelia Chroma by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Its solid wood frame, paired with a plush, curved backrest, creates a striking contrast of strength and softness.
Fabric, Oak
$6,827 / item
Rope Bench in Gentle Natural Oak by Virginia Arlotto
Located in Geneve, CH
A single rope stretches across the backrest — held in gentle tension between the curved backrest — symbolizing both support and flexibility.
Rope, Oak
Gervasoni Club Sofa Composition 3 design Roberto Lazzeroni - Soil Loamy
By Gervasoni, Roberto Lazzeroni
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Upholstered in Soil Loamy fabric, the sofa emphasizes a natural, tactile quality that enhances the organic and enveloping character of the design. The curved backrests define a conti...
Fabric
Collector Core Chair Upholstered in Tiger Mountain 03 by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Its solid wood frame, paired with a plush, curved backrest, creates a striking contrast of strength and softness.
Fabric, Oak
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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