$1,890Sale Price|50% Off
De Sede DS-66 Brown Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Rochester, England
Exuding timeless sophistication, the De Sede DS-66 Brown Leather Sofa is an iconic piece from the 1970s, crafted in Switzerland to showcase unparalleled quality and design.
Leather
Vintage De Sede Ds-66 Sofa in Brown Leather, Switzerland c.1970’s
By De Sede
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage 1970’s Swiss De Sede DS-66 3 seat sofa. Light warm tone brown leather with black piping on cushions, matching lounge chairs available separately.
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Vintage De Sede DS 66 Dark brown leather 3 seat sofa 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid century Vintage De Sede DS 66 sofa 3 seat dark Brown leather Switzerland circa 1970.
Leather, Wood
$37,739 / item
DS-76 Sofa / Bed by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-76 Sofa / Bed by De Sede Dimensions: D 66 x W 188 x H 53 cm, with bed extension W 225 Materials: Belted spring suspension on seat frame made of solid beech, leather.
Leather, Beech
Stunning & Rare DS-85 matching sofa set in black leather by De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Complete De Sede DS-85 Seating Group in Original Black Leather, Switzerland, 1970s Rare complete three-piece DS-85 seating group by De Sede, comprising the convertible sofa and daybe...
Leather
Modular (10) Vintage DS-11 Modular Sofa in original cognac leather De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
De Sede DS-11 Monumental Modular Sofa in Original Cognac Patchwork Leather, Switzerland, 1970s An exceptional and remarkably complete DS-11 configuration by De Sede, preserved in its...
Leather
Mid Century Vintage De Sede DS 66 brown leather loveseat sofa
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid century Vintage De Sede DS 66 sofa loveseat Brown leather Switzerland circa 1970.
Leather, Wood
DS-66 Leather Lounge Chair by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Switzerland. Full buffalo leather construction, matching sofa available.
Leather
Vintage De Sede Ds-66 Lounge Chair Pair in Brown Leather, Switzerland c.1970’s
By De Sede
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage 1970’s Swiss De Sede attributed DS-66 Lounge Chair Pair. Well documented design by De Sede.
Leather, Wood
De Sede DS-17 Ottoman in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By De Sede, Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sink comfortably and recovering in the soft DS-17 and follow your dreams, according to the De Sede quality.
Leather
De Sede DS-60/05 Ottoman in Touch Upholstery by Gordon Guillaumier
By De Sede, Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The purist shape of the Boomerang with its bold yet elegant lines inspired Gordon Guillaumier while breathing life into the DS-60 family. The slender, floating shape blends harmoniou...
Leather
De Sede DS-66 Three-Seat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Very nice three-seater from De Sede. This sofa is designed in the eighties but manufactured until this century. This very heavy sofa is made of a solid wooden frame, top quality foam...
Foam, Leather, Wood
De Sede Ds-66 Vintage Love Seat Cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1978
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
De Sede DS-66 love seat cognac leather, Switzerland 1978. Vintage cognac leather loveseat with espresso accent piping.
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 17.33 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
De Sede DS-17 Ottoman in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By De Sede, Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sink comfortably and recovering in the soft DS-17 and follow your dreams, according to the De Sede quality.
Leather
Unavailable
H 17.33 in W 29.14 in D 25.99 in
De Sede DS-60/05 Ottoman in Touch Upholstery by Gordon Guillaumier
By De Sede, Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The purist shape of the Boomerang with its bold yet elegant lines inspired Gordon Guillaumier while breathing life into the DS-60 family. The slender, floating shape blends harmoniou...
Leather
De Sede Leather Sofa, DS 66
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
3-seat dark brown leather sofa. Switzerland, 1960s, by De Sede using some of the finest leather available.
Leather
DS-66 Leather Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Switzerland. Full buffalo leather construction, matching chairs available.
Leather
De Sede Sofa Model DS 66, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Herentals, BE
De Sede sofa, Model DS 66 manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland in 1970s.
Leather
De Sede DS 66 Brown Leather 3-Seat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Thick chocolate brown leather 3-seat sofa in good original condition with nice patina and visible wear. A Matching Love Seat is also available and listed separately (LU922412766932)
Leather
Handsome De Sede DS 66 5-Piece Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome De Sede 5-piece cognac leather sectional sofa. Beautiful patina, thick leather. In original condition with visible wear. Minimal stains and two small tears on a cushion back...
Leather
Sold
H 29.6 in W 92.4 in D 32.4 in
1970s Swiss De Sede DS 66 Leather Sofa Dark Brown Mid Century Modern
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by De Sede of Switzerland, this 1970s DS.66 sofa reflects the brand’s longstanding commitment to exceptional materials and modular design.
Leather
Funky De Sede DS-66 Sofa with Nice Wear and Tear, 1970s
By De Sede, Carl Larsson
Located in Beerse, VAN
Designed in the 1970s by Carl Larsson, this funky De Sede DS-66 sofa with nice wear and tear is a real pleasure to sit in.
Leather
Vintage Leather DS 12 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An amazing vintage leather DS 12 sofa by De Sede, made in Switzerland and dating from around the 1960’s.
Leather
Swiss DeSede DS-66 Cognac Leather Sofa by Carl Larsson, 1978
By De Sede
Located in Bern, BE
De Sede DS-66 cognac leather sofa. Designed by Carl Larsson, 1978.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 15.36 in W 53.15 in D 29.53 in
DeSede DS-66 Floating Leather & Mirrored Glass Lounge Table - Carl Larsson, 1978
By De Sede
Located in Bern, BE
1970's DeSede DS-66 tanned leather floating lounge table with mirrored glass tabletop. Design: Carl Larsson, 1978 Produced by DeSede, Switzerland in the late 1970's. High quality lea...
Leather, Wood, Glass
De Sede DS 66 Brown Leather Love Seat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Thick chocolate brown leather love seat in good original condition with nice patina and visible wear. Matching 3 Seater Sofa also available and listed separately. (LU922412766962)
Leather
De Sede DS 66 Natural Leather Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome De Sede DS 66 natural leather loveseat. Thick light brown leather with nice patina.
Leather
Sold
H 30.7 in W 92.91 in D 33 in
De Sede DS 66 Three-Piece Dark Brown Leather Sofa Set by Carl Larsson
By De Sede
Located in Casteren, NL
A beautiful leather De Sede DS-66 sofa set by Swiss furniture design company De Sede.
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Stunning vintage DS-88 sofa in black leather by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
A stunning and highly versatile DS-88 modular sofa, beautifully aged with a rich patina that enhances its character.
Leather
Pair of Vintage Leather DS 12 Armchairs by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of vintage leather DS 12 armchairs by De Sede, made in Switzerland and dating from around the 1960’s.
Leather
Sold
H 15.36 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
DeSede DS-66 Mirrored Glass & Leather Side Table Carl Larsson, 1978
By De Sede
Located in Bern, BE
*Matching De Sede DS-66 Sofa and Lounge Table are also currently available in our separate listings.
Leather, Glass, Wood
Post-Modern Loveseat and Pair of Chairs 3 Piece Set Circa. 1970s
By Natuzzi, Lev & Lev
Located in High Point, NC
Inspired by the styles of Chateau d'Ax, Lev and Lev, Natuzzi, Nicoletti Salotti, and De Sede DS 66, this set captures the essence of modular elegance.
Leather
De Sede Natural Leather 3-Seat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome De Sede DS 66 natural leather 3-Seat Sofa. Thick light brown leather with nice patina.
Leather
De Sede DS 66 Natural Leather Lounge Chair
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome De Sede DS 66 natural leather lounge chair. Thick light brown leather with nice patina.
Leather
de Sede DS 66
By De Sede
Located in Aschheim, DE
De Sede Ds 66 3-seater / leather in almost perfect condition! Colour: chocolate-brown.
Leather
De Sede DS 66 Designer Sofa Brown Leather Two-Seat Couch
By De Sede
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an De Sede DS 66 designer sofa brown leather two-seat couch.
Leather
De Sede DS 66 Designer Leather Sofa Set Brown Two-Seat
By De Sede
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an De Sede DS 66 designer leather sofa set brown two-seat.
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 71.26 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS 47 Designer Leather Sofa 47 Genuine Leather Three-Seat Couch Anilin
By De Sede
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a de Sede DS 47 designer leather Sofa 47 genuine leather three-seat couch Anilin.
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 38.59 in
De Sede DS 76 Leather Sofa Black Two-Seat Function Variable Sleeping Function
By De Sede
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a De Sede DS 76 leather sofa black two-seat function variable sleeping function.
Leather
Modular De Sede Sofa DS-12 in Cognac Leather, 70s
By De Sede
Located in Osnabrück, NDS
Modular De Sede sofa from the 70s. Model DS-12, Switzerland. Covered in the original brown/cognac buffalo leather with a great patina. The modules are held together with screws and t...
Leather
$18,567 / set
H 25.99 in W 36.62 in D 36.62 in
De Sede DS-88 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970's
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this gorgeous and rare center piece DS88 element sofa by De Sede in Cognac Brown patchwork leather. 3 seating elements that can be used as separate pieces or as one sofa...
Leather, Foam, Wood
Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
De Sede ‘DS-11’ Modular Patchwork sofa in beige leather. Still 100% original. This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains one regular elements & ...
Leather
De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful dark brown leather sofa model DS31 designed and produced by De Sede. One of our personal favorites from De Sede. Well designed polished aluminum legs. The sofa has been ...
Leather
Mid Century Danish Modern Brown Leather 3 Seat Sofa wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful medium reddish brown leather 3 seat sofa wood frame and legs. Style of Mogens Hansen. Soft thick Brown leather is soft and shows little signs of u...
Leather, Wood
$5,477Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 72.84 in D 34.65 in
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. Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Country: Switzerland Model: DS-46 sofa Design ...
Leather
$4,389
H 30.32 in W 82.68 in D 27.56 in
20Th Century De Sede DS-31 Cognac Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-31 Cognac Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s This authentic De Sede DS-31 three-seat sofa from Switzerland, produced in the 1970s, is an outstanding example of ...
Steel
$1,485Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 83.86 in D 38.98 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Brown Faux Leather, Italy, 1970s Design
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Divano a 3 posti con imbottitura in espanso e rivestimento in similpelle.
Plastic
$2,500
H 28 in W 86 in D 32 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern brown long Leather sofa with Patina
By Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern brown slightly Faded worn Leather sofa in by Georg Thams. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square dark wood legs. Good vintage...
Leather, Wood
$3,249
H 31.5 in W 55.91 in D 34.26 in
De Sede DS-44 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS44 Sofa in Buffalo leather – Where Luxury Meets Comfort The seat of this sofa is extractable for extra comfort when wanted. Designer: De Sede design team M...
Leather
Vintage De Sede DS-31 Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An amazing vintage De Sede DS-31 leather sofa, made in Switzerland and dating from around the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, only the finest quality materials were used when co...
Chrome
De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, crafted in the 1970s. This sofa is a sturdy and comfortable ...
Leather, Beech
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.11 in W 74.81 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-19 model 'Pagoda' modular Sofa in Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Amsterdam, NL
High-quality modular Sofa DS-19, model 'Pagoda', designed by De Sede in the 1970s, Switzerland. Two corner elements that can be set up as a two-seater or as separate seating elements...
Leather, Foam, Wood
De Sede DS42 Two-Seat Sofa in Original Natural Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The De Sede DS42 is a two-seat sofa upholstered in thick, hand-stitched natural leather, produced by the Swiss manufacturer in the 1970s. The silhouette is low and compact, with a hi...
Leather
$2,550
H 32 in W 62 in D 30 in
Mid century German modern 2 seat modular sofa loveseat dark brown leather
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century German modern 2 seat modular sofa loveseat dark brown leather. Made by Lemke in Germany. Great design easy to move as 2 units can be connected with lower bracket. Beautif...
Leather
$4,360
H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 34.65 in
De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust DS-63 modular three-seater sofa. This De Sede sofa ensures ultimate comfort and building quality w...
Leather
$82,000 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 61.03 in
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, brown leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of four. Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landsc...
Leather
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
H 37 in W 83 in D 37 in
Post modern Italian black leather sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Italian black leather 3 seat long sofa in the manner of Nicoletti Salotti. Very clean sofa high quality leather and very comfortable modern design. Located in Brooklyn NYC 11...
Leather
$1,856 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
$3,481
H 27.96 in W 66.93 in D 33.47 in
Maralunga Two-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofa / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features the original knitted wool upholstery in ivory. Head /...
Wool
$19,614 / item
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa in Cream Colored Fabric Project, Becchi
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years. Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...
Wool, Cotton
$12,670 / item
H 30 in W 120 in D 33 in
Terrazza Divano (Terrace Couch) by Greg Palombo. Solid wood and leather
Located in Hurricane, UT
The Terrace Couch by Greg Palombo channels Adrian Pearsall's mid-century spirit in a solid wood sofa with leather upholstery and built-in side tables. Crafted entirely from solid sa...
Leather, Sapele Wood
$26,111 / set
H 6.7 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the original and colorfull ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric! Designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France. In the 1970s Hans Hopfer created the Mah Jong...
Fabric
$4,932
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" 3-seater re-upholstered sofa For Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
If it's classic Italian style you're after, look no further! Maralunga 3-seat Sofa, designed 1973 by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features folding back rests cushions tha...
Fabric, Bouclé
$2,274Sale Price|30% Off
H 39.38 in W 87.41 in D 29.53 in
Three-Seather Leather Sofa model Sapporo by Mario Marenco for Mobilgirgi, 1970s
By Mobil Girgi
Located in Roma, IT
Three-seather Leather Sofa model Sapporo, realized by Mobilgirgi in 1970s. Production Mark. Wood, plastic and padded leather. Good condition.
Wood, Leather, Plastic
Cocker leather sofa, Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
By Franco Bresciani
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Cocker model sofa designed by Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau in Italy in the late 1970s. Fully upholstered in cognac full-grain leather, it is defined by its low and deeply enve...
Leather
$22,720Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Le Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Missoni Silk Velvet, Corduroy
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer, Missoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a current customized mix of textiles from Sonia Rykiel and the house of Missoni. Features multiple ...
Silk, Velvet
$38,400 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully res...
Plastic, Velvet
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 86 in D 33 in
Dyrlund Scandinavian 3 seat Brown leather sofa with teak frame circa 1980
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dyrlund Danish Post Modern Teak and Brown Leather 3 seat Sofa, Circa 1980'S leather upholstery and cushions with teak frame and Accents. Labeled underneath. Made in Denmark. Located ...
Leather, Teak
$2,901
H 28.75 in W 64.97 in D 35.44 in
Cassina 2‑Seat Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti, Italy, 1990
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A beautifully proportioned two‑seat sofa designed by Vico Magistretti and produced by Cassina in 1990, reflecting the enduring influence of mid‑century Italian design. Magistretti, o...
Fabric
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 88 in D 35 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Red Leather tufted low 3 seat sofa chrome legs
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Space Age Modern Red Leather tufted low 3 seat sofa chrome legs. Great low soft leather tufted sofa with tapered chrome legs and casters. Tufted cushions and...
Chrome
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 77 in D 32 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Low Leather sofa
By Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Low Leather sofa in the Style of Georg Thams. Stunning design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 tapered teak wood legs. Good vintage c...
Leather
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.