John Hutton Donghia Merbau Collection MCM Mahogany and Rattan Club Chairs - Pair
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection Mid Century Mahogany and Rattan Club Chairs - Pair This lounge chair measures: 28 wide x 31 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and ...
Upholstery, Rattan, Mahogany
John Hutton Donghia Merbau Collection Mahogany Rattan Club Chairs Ottoman - Pair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection Mahogany and Rattan Club Chairs with Ottomans - Pair Each chair measures: 30.25 wide x 35.5 deep x 32.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inch...
Upholstery, Rattan, Mahogany
$12,000 / set
1990s John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Lounge Chairs
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful organic/ coastal modern Lou mg e chairs by John Hutton for Donghia circa 1994. Great scale and use of materials. Could blend easily with a variety of interior styles give t...
Reed, Mahogany
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of JOHN HUTTON for DONGHIA 'Merbau' Woven Cane Lounge Chairs
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. The chocolate colored version is very rare- only a few were produced.
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany, Walnut
Set of 3 John Hutton Rattan Lounge Chairs for Donghia Merbau Coastal Line, 1995
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Camden, ME
This rare set of three rattan lounge chairs was designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) in 1995 for Donghia’s distinguished Merbau Coastal Collection.
Fabric, Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Rush, Reed, Polyester, Mahogany, La...
Vintage Donghia Woven Rattan “Merbau” Arm Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This iconic armchair from the celebrated Donghia "Merbau" collection exemplifies the brand’s commitment to understated luxury and impeccable craftsmanship.
Rattan, Mahogany
John Hutton, Donghia, Mahogany, Wicker Cane, Merbau Lounge Chairs, USA, 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Stamford, CT
John Hutton, Donghia, Mahogany, Wicker Cane, Merbau Lounge Chairs, USA, 1995 Pair of lounge chairs from John Hutton's limited Merbau Collection for Donghia, circa 1995, exemplifying...
Fabric, Wicker, Mahogany
Coastal Merbau Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs John Hutton for Donghia 1990s
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of organic modern wicker club chairs from the limited "Merbau" collection designed by John Hutton for Donghia circa 1990s Woven cane seats supported by solid mahogany legs and ...
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
Pristine Set of 8 Merbau Cane SIDE Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly rare set of eight (8) organic dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Cane
Pristine Set of 14 Merbau Cane SIDE Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly rare set of fourteen (14) organic dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Cane
Superb ALL ARMS Set of 12 Merbau Cane Rattan Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning rare set of twelve (12) Organic ARM dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Leather, Cane
Pristine ALL ARMS Set of 8 Merbau Cane Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning rare set of eight (8) Organic ARM dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Leather, Cane, Maple
Superb ALL ARMS Set of 12 Merbau Cane Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning rare set of twelve (12) Organic ARM dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Cane, Maple
Pristine Set of 8 Merbau Cane Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia, c 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly rare set of eight (8) organic dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Cane
Pristine Set of 12 Merbau Cane Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia, c 1995
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly rare set of twelve (12) organic dining chairs from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995.
Cane
Donghia John Hutton Pair of Merbau Nightstands Bedside Tables
By John Hutton
Located in Miami, FL
These are vintage rush wicker and mahogany end tables or nightstands designed by John Hutton for Donghia from the 1990s "Merbau" collection. Extraordinay quality and meticulous hand...
Wicker
$10,325Sale Price / set|30% Off
Donghia Rattan Lounge Chair & Ottoman by John Hutton, The Merbau Collection
By John Hutton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A stunning brown mahogany organic modern rush cane lounge chair with ottoman from the limited production Merbau Collection designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia in 1995.
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this pair of Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs. Expertly crafted with sleek, low-profile frames and intricately woven rattan, these ...
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 74 in D 24.5 in
Vintage Coastal John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection Pencil Reed Sofa
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Part of the coveted Merbau collection. Beautiful wood trimmed detail with a warm rattan body.
Rattan, Reed, Mahogany
Pair of Vintage Donghia Club Chairs Designed by John Hutton
By Donghia
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Designed by John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection. Engraved Donghia on the bottoms.
Rattan, Mahogany
Bamboo and Reed Coffee Table
By Donghia
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Highest quality with a dynamic casual, elegant form. Branded Donghia at the bottom. John Hutton for Donghia, Merbau collection.
A 20th Century Donghia Night Stand. "The Merbau Collection"
By Angelo Donghia
Located in Bellport, NY
Designed for Donghia, a vintage modern bedside table/nightstand, casual yet with an elegant silhouette. Thatched Kwila Wood with a lacquer seal finish, excellent craftsmanship and su...
Sold
H 30 in W 30 in D 48 in
Vintage Coastal John Hutton Merbau Collection for Donghia Rattan Chaise Lounge
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A brilliant design by John Hutton for Donghia. Part of his coveted Merbau collection. Marked.
Rattan
Sold
H 30.5 in W 30 in D 33 in
Pair John Hutton for Donghia Coastal Merbau Woven Rush & Mahogany Chairs Porch
By Jonathan Hutton, Donghia, Angelo Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Hudson, NY
Absolutely stunning pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Chairs are imprinted on base and one chair has Donghia label under the seat cushion.
Upholstery, Rush, Mahogany
Sold
H 17 in W 42 in D 42 in
Rare John Hutton Donghia Cane, Mahogany, Walnut Patio Garden Sunroom Table
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Hudson, NY
Extremely RARE piece designed by John Hutton for Donghia from the very limited Merbau and Block Island collection.
Cane, Rattan, Rush, Mahogany
Rattan Chaise Lounge by John Hutton for Donghia, Merbau Collection
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A chaise lounge by John Hutton for Donghia, Merbau Collection. Wood frame with woven rattan.
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Rattan Chaise Lounge by John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by John Hutton for the Donghia Merbau collection. The Chaise includes a down filled stripped linen seat and back cushion.
Rattan, Reed, Wood
Pair John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Rattan Lounge Chairs
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of oversized rattan lounge or club chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia in the late 20th century. From Donghia's Merbau collection featuring large mahogany fram...
Fabric, Cane, Rattan, Mahogany
Sold
H 30.5 in W 28 in D 62 in
Vintage Organic John Hutton For Donghia Merbau Collection Chaise Lounge
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular vintage Donghia chaise lounge. A beautiful woven reed in the iconic Donghia weave.
Reed
Sold
H 30 in W 30 in D 21.5 in
Vintage Coastal John Hutton for Donghia “Merbau” Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs. Designed by the iconic John Hutton for Donghia and tagged below. Beautiful wrapped rattan with coconut wood trim. Acquired from a Pa...
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 27.75 in D 29 in
Pair of John Hutton Club Chairs for the Donghia Merbau Collection, circa 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is an exquisite John Hutton (1947-2006) design pair of chairs from the Merbau collection for Donghia produced circa 1995.
Wicker, Mahogany
Pair of Modern Bamboo and Reed Tables
By Donghia
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Highest quality and unsurpassed casual elegance. John Hutton for Donghia, Merbau collection. Signed Donghia on the reverse.
Sold
H 30 in W 74 in D 37 in
Rare and Stunning John Hutton for Donghia Mahogany and Wrapped Woven Wicker Sofa
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Hudson, NY
Absolutely stunning and very hard to find sofa designed by John Hutton for Donghia designs. From the Merbau collection. These Pieces are quite rare and demonstrate the talent for ori...
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
Set of Four Donghia Dining Chairs in Merbau Wood with Raffia Weaving
By Donghia
Located in Bridport, CT
Beautiful and unique set of four dining chairs in rare Merbau wood with raffia woven seats and back. Stamped Donghia in excellent condition.
Raffia, Wood
$850 / set
H 34 in W 22.5 in D 26 in
Vintage Helikon Mid Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Helikon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Helikon Mid Century Modern Sculpted Cherry Wood Lounge Chairs with Purple Upholstery - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H x 22.5" W x 26" D x 19" Seat heigh...
Fabric, Cherry
$2,995 / set
H 36 in W 24 in D 25.5 in
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cane Back Armchairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Sculpted wa...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
$2,850 / set
H 32.75 in W 22.5 in D 31 in
Donghia Pair of Slipper Lounge Chairs designed by John Hutton Mid Century Style
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Low Slung Slipper Lounge Chairs, designed by John Hutton for Donghia, American, circa 2000s.
Upholstery, Wood
$3,895 / set
H 26 in W 30.75 in D 31.5 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style Mid Century Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style Mid Century Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 30.75 wide x 31.5 deep x 26 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 26.25 in D 29.5 in
1950's Mid-Century Modern Wood Trimmed Club Armchairs - A Pair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of vintage Midcentury Modern armchairs for sale. Original vintage from the 1950's. They have the original pink vinyl and brass nailhead trims on the back. The arms are solid woo...
Brass
$2,850 / set
H 33.25 in W 21 in D 25 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Wood & Brown Upholstered Arm Chairs, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful pair of vintage mid century modern arm chairs attributed to mid century Italian designer Gio Ponti are circa 1950. The distinctive design features sculptural, lacquere...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,895 / set
H 34 in W 31 in D 31 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 31 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 22...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$7,800 / set
H 28.5 in W 27 in D 32 in
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and floral-printed fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s. Dramatic patina on brass tufting. Fabric in some distress and ideal...
Fabric, Wood
$25,000 / set
H 28 in W 32 in D 33 in
Pair of Brazilian Modern Rosewood and Mohair Armchairs, Bertomeu, Brazil, 1960s
By Bertomeu & Cia
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs by Bertomeu, showcasing the bold sculptural language and refined craftsmanship that defined Brazil’s most celebrated furniture maker...
Mohair, Rosewood
$2,450 / set
H 41.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Pair of Macassar Wood Mohair Upholstery Armchairs
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair of Mid-Century Modern pair of Macassar wood and mohair grey upholstery oval back armchairs.
Mohair, Macassar
Celina Decorações, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and light grey fabric sofa produced by Celina Decorações, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, c. 1960s Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric ideally replaced. Overall...
Fabric, Wood
$11,360Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29 in W 26 in D 29 in
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs in Romo Fabric for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s iconic walnut Lounge Chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb newly professionally refinished and reupholstered in designer Romo fabric. Sexy an...
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32 in W 27 in D 23 in
Pair of Baker Ebonized Mahogany and Cane Button Tufted Armchairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of ebonized mahogany and cane arm chairs by Baker Furniture. Stacked and loose seat cushion is upholstered in a button tufted persimmon velvet. Most likely a Michael Taylor or W...
Velvet, Cane, Mahogany
$8,400 / set
H 25 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of floral-printed beige fabric and wood lounge chairs or slipper chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s. Some distress to fabric. Wear consistent with age and us...
Fabric, Wood
Elegant Pair of Vintage Dunbar Wormley Cane Back Armchairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Vintage Cane Back Armchairs. Similar model appeared in a 1954 Architectural Digest.
Wood
$3,450 / set
H 29 in W 24 in D 23 in
Dunbar Edward Wormley Pair of Janus line armchairs mahogany mid century Berne
By Edward Wormley
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Carved detailed Dunbar, Berne IN design by Edward Wormley. Needs reupholstery
Mahogany
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. Executed in a shade of handmade washi paper stretched along hand-fabricated bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari man...
Metal
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
$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
$6,620 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood 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
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
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$3,900 / set
H 15 in Dm 10 in
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.
Wood, Parchment Paper, Hide
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$28,500 / set
H 28.5 in W 32.5 in D 30 in
Magnificent Pair of Restored Vintage Rattan and Cane Loungers by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely stunning pair of organic lounge chairs by McGuire, circa 1980. Beautiful examples from an extremely limited production series. Expertly crafted hardwood frame construct...
Rattan, Hardwood, Cane
George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette
By George Smith
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke mohair velvet tufted sectional banquette sofa custom designed by George Smith, London UK. The grand "ottoman sofa" was commissioned by Samantha Todhunter Design fo...
Mohair, Hardwood
$5,198 / item
H 25.6 in Dm 16.54 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. Comes as well in other sizes and colors. The other images shows the lamp in a showroom of th...
Brass
$1,950 / set
H 31.25 in W 20.25 in D 15 in
Vintage Boho Donghia “Anziano” Leather Klismos Chairs - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover an icon of modern design with this striking pair of Vintage Donghia "Anziano" Klismos Chairs, a testament to sleek sophistication and architectural elegance. Originally conc...
Metal
Primitive Wooden XXL Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A large wooden dining table, Belgium, c1950s. Wabi-Sabi Esque full of natures imperfections. Formed from reclaimed and antique wood, so hard to age precisely. Internal ref: 27/12...
Wood
Naeko Chandeliers by Kazuide Takahama
By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Naeko Chandelier by Kazuide Takahama for Sirrah. Designed in Japan circa 1970s. This light features a white silk fabric which is supported by brass clips and pearl press studs. Wired...
Metal, Brass
$32,500 / set
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Unforgettable Pair of Block Island Cane Club Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert cust...
Cane, Mahogany
$28,500
H 30 in W 74 in D 37 in
Sublime Rush Cane and Mahogany Sofa by John Hutton for Donghia- Pair Available
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. There are a mat...
Cane, Mahogany
With distinctive style touches like gray flannel upholstery and overstuffed seating, American designer Angelo Donghia (1935–85) was a visionary leader of bold interior design and furniture in the 1970s and ’80s. Although Donghia lived only to age 50, by the time of his death from AIDS-related pneumonia, his name graced numerous furniture and decor companies, in addition to his own interior designs.
After graduating from Parsons School of Design in 1959, Donghia joined the interiors firm of Yale R. Burge, and his star rose quickly from there. By 1963, he had been appointed vice president and in 1966, partner — a move that came with a name change for the firm to Burge-Donghia Interiors. In 1968, he founded the fabrics and wall coverings company & Vice Versa, and in 1978 he founded Donghia Furniture. With this holistic approach, Donghia was able to oversee nearly every element of an interior design project, which, for him, spanned everything from corporate offices (notably PepsiCo’s world headquarters in Purchase, New York) to the Metropolitan Opera Club at Lincoln Center to residential interiors for clients such as Diana Ross and Ralph Lauren.
After he inherited Burge’s firm, he continued to develop its reach as Donghia Associates. He opened a series of showrooms around the country to offer his designs to a wider audience, who loved the company’s marriage of minimal forms with luxe materials. His silver-foil ceilings, mixing of eclectic textile patterns and plush furniture set trends and, through mass marketing, influenced the direction of American interior design.
“I feel that I’ve developed my own style that is as classic and minimal as the ’30s style it reflects,” the designer once told New York magazine. In 2015, the retrospective “Angelo Donghia: Design Superstar” at the New York School of Interior Design chronicled his influence on all facets of modern interiors, from furnishings to wall coverings. It’s an approach that still resonates today. Donghia continued to operate as a company after his death, acquired by the Rubelli Group in 2005. After it filed for bankruptcy in 2020 and closed its showrooms, its name, designs, archives and inventory were acquired by Kravet.
Find authentic Donghia furniture 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.