De Sede DS 46 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Modul Brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 46 neck leather sofa. It´s a Sofa for 2 persons.
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
De Sede DS 46 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Modul Brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 46 neck leather sofa. It´s a Sofa for 2 persons.
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
De Sede DS46 Tan / Beige Buffalo Leather Lounge armchair, Switzerland
Located in Nijmegen, NL
De Sede DS-46 lounge armchair in thick beige / tan Buffalo leather.
Leather
$5,490Sale Price / set|20% Off
De Sede DS46 Cognac Buffalo Leather Sectional Sofa, Switzerland - 1976
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
De Sede DS-46 sofa in thick Buffalo leather. Good condition with signs of age, use and fading.
Leather
Vintage DS46 Modular Leather Sofa from De Sede, 1970s, Set of 5
By De Sede
Located in Rouen, FR
Emblématique du savoir-faire suisse, ce DS-46 signé De Sede est composé de 5 modules indépendants tapissés en cuir de buffle pleine fleur.
Leather
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS46, Armchair with Ottoman, Cognac Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
De Sede, DS46 armchair with ottoman, cognac buffalo leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Leather
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
Large De Sede 'DS-46' Modular Sofa with armchair, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A sculptural and flexible seating system by Swiss house De Sede, made in the 1970s. The DS-46 is composed of six independent modules, each with a deep bucket-style seat and generous ...
Leather
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 212.6 in D 35.44 in
Beautiful De Sede DS-46 Lounging Set in Thick Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Nice 6-pieces of the DS-46, made on a frame of solid wood with the thickest leather of the Sede collection. The different seats have different patin. Some are lighter, some are more ...
Wood, Leather
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 118.12 in
Modular "DS46" Buffalo Leather Sofa by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire
We are delighted to bring to you a beautiful sectional model DS 46 Buffalo leather sofa of the highest quality by De Sede.
Leather
Sofa De Sede DS46 Buffalo Leather, Five Elements
By De Sede
Located in Brussels, BE
Size of this De Sede DS46 modular sofa: 267 x 88 x 70 cm / 184 x 88 x 70 cm, seat height 36 cm.
Leather
Sofa De Sede DS46 Buffalo Leather, Five Elements
By De Sede
Located in Brussels, BE
Size of this De Sede DS46 modular sofa: 267 x 88 x 70 cm / 184 x 88 x 70 cm, seat height 36 cm.
Leather
6-Piece, De Sede "DS 46" Swiss Neck Leather Corner Sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Delft, NL
6-piece, De Sede "DS 46" Swiss neck leather corner sofa, 1970s This sofa consist of 6-piece Swiss design heavy elements of De Sede "DS 46" from the 1970s in extremely high quality t...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 36.23 in D 34.65 in
De Sede DS46 Tan Buffalo Leather Lounge armchair, Switzerland - 1976
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
De Sede DS-46 lounge armchair in thick Buffalo leather.
Leather
1970s Swiss De Sede DS. 46 Pair Of Leather Armchairs
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of 1970s Swiss De Sede DS-46 leather armchairs showcases the brand’s hallmark craftsmanship and luxurious design.
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 145.67 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS-46 Sofa In Brown Buffalo Neck Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice De Sede DS 46 sofa in thick brown buffalo neck leather, 1970s.
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS46 Chairs from Switzerland, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage De Sede DS46 chairs from Switzerland, Circa 1970.
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS-46 In Light Brown Buffalo Neck Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice De Sede DS 46 sofa in thick light brown buffalo neck leather, 1970s.
Leather
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa with Ottoman in Cognac Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, DS46 sectional sofa with ottoman, cognac buffalo leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Leather
Sold
H 33.08 in W 37.01 in L 33.08 in
Four Seats Modular Sofa by De Sede DS46 in Cognac Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Hellouw, NL
Impressive four-seat De Sede DS46 in cognac color neck leather. The four elements can be situated as one large sofa or in a 3-1 or 2-2 set-up.
Leather
De Sede 'DS-46' Modular Sofa, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply Incredible, 1970's 'DS-46' modular sofa by De Sede. A gorgeous four-section sofa upholstered in thick dark buffalo leather.
Leather
De Sede DS-46 Modular sofa, 3x units
By De Sede
Located in Nashville, TN
Buffalo leather 3x unit modular sofa. Very structurally sound and substantial weight to each piece. Extremely durable. Each unit does have patina/staining from consistent use, but th...
Leather
De Sede DS46 Vintage Leather Sectional Corner Sofa
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very comfortable vintage leather corner sofa of the most amazing quality, this is the DS46 made by De Sede in Switzerland. It dates from the 1960s-1970s, and is in ama...
Leather
De Sede DS46 Brown Leather Two Seater Sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Rochester, England
An iconic 1970s design, the DS46 chairs by De Sede are perfect for creating a sectional sofa or used as separate lounge chairs for a multitude of seating options.
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 177.17 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS 46 modular sofa brown buffalo leather Switzerland 1960
By De Sede
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Iconic sectional sofa model DS 46 designed and manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland 1970.
Leather
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa in Brown Neck Leather 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing element sofa made by De Sede, Switzerland 1970. This super best quality sofa has amazing thick leather. De Sede is well known by its best quality leather, as you can see. Thi...
Leather
De Sede DS46 Three-Piece Sectional Sofa in Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful three-piece modular sectional sofa in thick buffalo leather by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Another three-piece available. In original condition, leather shows signs of wea...
Leather
De Sede DS46 Three-Piece Sectional Sofa in Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful three-piece modular sectional sofa in thick buffalo leather by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Make a loveseat and a single lounge, or place as a three-piece sectional! Origin...
Leather
Sold
H 27.17 in W 108.27 in D 34.65 in
De Sede DS46 Neckleather Three-Seater Sofa, Vintage Buffalo Leather, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
Nice 3seater sofa of the DS-46, made on a frame of solid wood with the thickest leather of the Sede collection. perfect condition...in cognac-colored leather (5mm thick buffalo le...
Sold
H 27.17 in W 75.6 in D 34.65 in
De Sede DS46 Neckleather Two-Seater Sofa, Vintage Buffalo Leather, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
Nice 2seater sofa of the DS-46, made on a frame of solid wood with the thickest leather of the Sede collection. perfect condition...in cognac-colored leather (5mm thick buffalo leat...
Leather
Sold
H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
De Sede DS46 Modular Sessel Sofa Set Büffel Leder Sandfarben, Schweiz 1970er
By De Sede
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Absolut traumhaftes und sehr hochwertiges DS-46 modular Sessel Set von de Sede Schweiz aus dickem Büffelleder in sandfarben mit schöner Patina.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 106.3 in D 34.65 in
De Sede, Ds46 6 Pieces, Living Room Set in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful living room set in thick buffalo nubuck leather by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Original condition.
Leather
De Sede DS46 element sofa in thick brown neck leather
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing element sofa made by De Sede, Switzerland 1970. This super best quality sofa has amazing thick leather. De Sede is well known by its best quality leather, as you can see. Thi...
De Sede Buffalo Leather 6 Piece DS46
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
De Sede DS46 buffalo leather 6 section modular sofa, 1970's Switzerland.
Leather
De Sede Buffalo Leather DS46 Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Thick leather model DS46 loveseat by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970's with undulating, bucket style seats.
Leather
Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century thick Buffalo neck leather sofas by Desede consisting of 4 elements. 2 elements form a two seater sofa and two other elements are armchairs. Desede stands for pure qua...
Leather
Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Midcentury thick Buffalo neck leather modular sofas by Desede consisting of 5 elements and a armchair. Desede stands for pure quality of leather. Especially the DS46 has very ...
Leather
Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Three Piece Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
De Sede stands for almost destroyable quality of leather.
Leather
Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Three Piece Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century thick buffalo neck leather modular sofas by De Sede consisting of three pieces. De Sede stands for almost destroyable quality of leather.
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather DS46 Sectional Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in BE
A very impressive sofa from one of the most famous furniture manufacturers in Switzerland De Sede. De Sede designed this sofa in the 70s.
Leather
Mid Century DS46 Modular sofa in Bull Neck Nubuck by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
DS46 MODULAR SOFA BY DE SEDE A very impressive 5 section modular sofa model DS46 consisting of one corner two ends and to centre seating elements, designed and produced in the 1970’s...
Leather
Sold
H 29 in W 36 in D 37 in
Vintage Pair Of De Sede Lounge Chairs, Model DS46, From Switzerland, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Pair Of De Sede Lounge Chairs, Model DS46, From Switzerland, Circa 1970.
Leather
Sold
H 27.96 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Strong Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s Original De Sede DS 46 designer leather corner sofa, chair, and ottoman in Minimalist and mo...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28 in W 37 in D 37 in
Midcentury De Sede DS46 Lounge Chair Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(1) Single mid century De Sede DS46 lounge chair Cognac buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970.
Leather, Wood
De Sede DS46 Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, DS46 lounge chair, brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s Comfortable lounge chair in thick buffalo leather by DeSede.
Leather
Sold
H 28 in W 74 in D 37 in
Midcentury De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(2) Sections midcentury De Sede DS46 sofa loveseat Cognac buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28 in W 74 in D 37 in
Mid century De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Brown Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(2) Sections mid century De Sede DS 46 sofa loveseat Brown buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 145.67 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa In Cognac Buffalo Neck Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Hellouw, NL
De Sede DS46 sectional sofa in cognac buffalo neck leather.In addition to pleasant seating comfort, this design classic by De Sede also has the allure of a statement piece.
Leather
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
Cognac colored original De Sede DS designer leather corner sofa and one easychair in a minimalistic and modern design, with a convenient modular function, made for pure comfort and f...
Leather
Sold
H 27.17 in W 71.66 in D 34.65 in
De Sede DS46 Neckleather Club Chairs, Vintage Buffalo Leather, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
2 nice easychairs / clubchairs of the DS-46, made on a frame of solid wood with the thickest leather of the Sede collection. perfect condition...in cognac-colored leather (5mm thick...
Leather
De Sede DS46 Brown Leather Sectional Sofa, 1970s, Set of 3
By De Sede
Located in Rochester, England
An iconic 1970s design, the DS46 chairs by De Sede are perfect for creating a sectional sofa or used as separate lounge chairs for a multitude of seating options.
Leather
De Sede DS46 Brown Leather Sectional Sofa, 1970s, Set of 3
By De Sede
Located in Rochester, England
An iconic 1970s design, the DS46 chairs by De Sede are perfect for creating a sectional sofa or used as separate lounge chairs for a multitude of seating options.
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 34.26 in
De Sede- DS46 Two-Piece Sectional Sofa in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful two-piece modular sectional sofa in thick buffalo nubuck leather by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. You can make it two single lounge chairs, or two-seat comfortable sofa as ...
Leather
Special Listing for N.: Package Deal
By Jan de Smedt, De Sede, Wim Rietveld
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gispen Blue '205' Chairs for Kembo, Netherlands (45013999; LU933120127632) - Jan De Smedt Architectural Coffee Table in Cork (45009234; LU933121748252) - Sculptural Italian Coffee Ta...
Marble
De Sede Sectional Sofa 'DS-46' in Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sectional sofa or lounge chairs model 'DS-46', brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s Comfortable sectional sofa or lounge chairs in thick buffalo leather by De Sede.
Leather
Set of DS46 De Sede Seats in Leather
By De Sede
Located in Beerse, VAN
Two leather DS46 seats by De Sede Switzerland. The DS46 has very thick buffalo leather which makes them last a lifetime.
Leather
De Sede, Pair of DS-46 Armchairs in Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
De Sede, attributed to. Pair of DS-46 armchairs in brown leather with large shapes and visible seams that reinforce the handmade side of the product.
Leather
Sold
H 28.5 in W 37 in D 35 in
Strong Patinated Cognac Leather "DS-46" Seating by De Sede in Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Strong Patinated "DS-46" seating, manufactured by De Sede in Switzerland, circa 1970s Lounge chair made of the highest quality buffalo leather in a unique patinated cognac color l...
Leather
Vintage 5 pc leather DS46 modular sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century thick Buffalo neck leather sofas by Desede consisting of 5 elements. Desede stands for pure quality of leather. This modular sofa has a very thick leather upholstery w...
Leather
Sold
H 29 in W 36 in D 37 in
Vintage Pair Of De Sede Lounge Chairs, Model DS46, From Switzerland, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Pair Of De Sede Lounge Chairs, Model DS46, From Switzerland, Circa 1970.
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 106.3 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS 46 Designer Leather Corner Sofa Brown Modular Function Couch
By De Sede
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a De Sede DS 46 Designer Leather Corner Sofa Brown Modular Function Couch
Leather
De Sede DS46 Modular Sofa, Five Elements
By De Sede
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
This modular DS46 couch in manufactured by De Sede during the 1970s.
Leather
De Sede DS46 Five Section Modular Sofa, Switzerland, circa 1970
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
Swiss De Sede DS46 five section modular sofa set, circa 1970.
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$1,355 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
Mamun Bedside (Dark Brown/Dusty Blue)
Located in Singapore, SG
Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...
Teak
$4,250 / set
H 15.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern Style, Italy, New Design
Located in Austin, TX
Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards. This pair is...
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$6,798 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer 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...
Lacquer, Glass
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$4,403 / set
H 28.75 in W 196.86 in D 37.41 in
Nuvolone modular leather sofa 5 modules 70s Rino Maturi for Mimo Design
By Mimo Padova
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Modular cognaq leather sofa Nuvolone model designed in the 1970s by Rino Maturi for Mimo Design. the sofa is composed of by 5 seats including 1 ottoman and a corner module. the Sofa...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Delord & Garrault Floor to Ceiling Lamps
By Garrault-Delord
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of rare "Sol au plafond" (floor to ceiling) lamps, made of different section of metal tubes holding an enlightnen plexi globe. Adjustable height both at the top and bottom thank...
Metal, Chrome
Sculptural Curved Display or Side Table in Cerused Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large side or coffee table, cerused oak, Europe, 1960s This eccentric large display table or coffee table is made in a precise manner, implementing geometrical shapes and straight l...
Oak
Pink Marble Pedestal Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning pink marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Marble
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Colección Estudio, Difane
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.
At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.
De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.
Find authentic de Sede seating, tables and decorative objects today on 1stDibs.
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.