$2,495 / set
H 26.5 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
Pair Late 20th Century Modern Drexel Heritage Swivel Barrel Chairs Orig Fabric
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage modern Drexel Heritage swivel barrel chairs with original contemporary style
Metal
$3,800
H 30.5 in W 22 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Lacquered Walnut Barrel Chair By Edward Wormley For Drexel
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-cenutry barrel chair designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel, Precedent Collection features a
Fabric, Walnut, Cord
$16,000 / set
H 26 in W 26.75 in D 25 in
Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Back Lounge Chairs MINT!
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Alcantera Upholstery Oiled Walnut Cube Shape Barrel Wrap Around Back Lounge Chairs MINT!
Walnut
$2,800 / set
H 37 in W 26 in D 23 in
Pair Dimond Pattern Velvet Upholstery Barrel Shape Back Fireside Armchairs MINT!
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Dimond Pattern Velvet Upholstery Barrel Shape Back Fireside armchairs MINT!.
Upholstery
$2,600 / set
H 35 in W 21 in D 19 in
Asian Inspired Barrel Back White to Beige Lacquer Dining Chairs Mid Century Mint
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Asian Inspired Barrel back white to beige lacquer dining chairs mid century mint.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Edward Wormley for Drexel Barrel Back Armchair
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in New London, CT
A Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Edward Wormley for Drexel. This chair was from the
Leather, Wood
Pair of Kipp Stewart Barrel Lounge Chairs
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Nashville, TN
Beautiful and rare pair of Kipp Stewart for Drexel barrel lounge chairs in walnut and black lacquer
Walnut, Lacquer
Tall Drexel Barrel Back Walnut Arm Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
chair by Drexel is as versatile as it is rare. Light bentwood back and dark walnut frame with the
Walnut, PVC
Modern Pair of Drexel Barrel Back Parsons Chairs in Neutral Fabric
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Houston, TX
Excellent pair of Drexel Contemporary chairs. Barrel back chair have wonderful negative space with
Pair of Drexel Swivel Barrel Shaped Club Chairs in Burnt Orange Velvet
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of Drexel barrel shaped swivel club chairs in their original burnt orange velvet
Velvet
Pair or Edward Wormley for Drexel Style Barrel Back Armchairs
By Drexel
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern barrel back armchairs or lounge chairs produced by Drexel in the
Faux Leather, Naugahyde, Hardwood
Sold
H 29 in W 29 in D 29 in
Pair of Modern Barrel Back Parson Style Club Chairs by Drexel in Tiger Print
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely pair of Parson style barrel back lounge chairs by Drexel, in the style of Milo Baughman
Postmodern Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
1980s Postmodern barrel back lounge chairs. Fully restored. Reupholstered in dual tone mohair: pink
Mohair
Pair of Barrel Lounge Chairs by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Belmont, MA
An interesting pair of barrel lounge chairs made by Drexel, circa 1970. Bleached wood with black
Oak
Sold
H 27.5 in W 26 in D 28 in
Pair Swivel Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Compact Round Barrel Pod Lounge Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Swivel Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Compact Round Barrel Pod Lounge Chairs.
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Button Tufted Swivel Barrel Chairs
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Rochester, NY
A very good looking pair of mid-20th century modern swivel barrel chairs by Drexel in the style of
Upholstery
Pair of Drexel High Back Barrel Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Very stylish and rare 1950s restored walnut high back barrel chairs by Drexel reupholstered in a
Walnut
$12,509 / item
H 29 in W 98 in D 47 in
Teak Dining Table with Sculptural Root-Inspired Base and 98-Inch Top, Radi Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Radi dining table designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis presents a bold expression of contemporary design through a sculptural teak wood base that evokes the aerial roots of tree...
Teak
$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
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.
Wood
$3,632 / set
H 10.63 in W 8.67 in D 7.09 in
A Pair of 21st Century Barovier Style Art Deco Murano Glass Wall Sconces
By Barovier
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These two 21st-century gold and clear Murano glass wall sconces showcase a refined Art Deco aesthetic inspired by the Barovier style. The handblown glass shades have a delicate ribbe...
Brass
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Pair Organic Shaped Rattan Wall Mirror
Located in Oxford, GB
Purchasing a pair of these hand-crafted organic shaped wicker mirror is a beautiful addition to any home. Made from natural rattan wicker, it brings a touch of nature indoors. Mount ...
Rattan, Glass
Antique Georgian Bullseye Pine Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Georgian bullseye pine fireplace, dating from circa 1790. This simple yet elegant English fire surround is typical of the Georgian period, showcasing distinct hand-carved ...
Wood, Pine
$1,530Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
"Signs" Black and White, Abstract Painting Made in Italy
By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Signs Mixed Media Paint 80x80 cm Original Art Made in Italy Marilina Marchica, born in 1984, was born in Agrigento, where she lives and works. She graduated in Painting at the Aca...
Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic
$8,347
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 17.72 in
USSR Cold War Era 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972.
Located in Canterbury, England
A superb set of Russian 10 x 80 Large Anti-Aircraft Binoculars, date stamped 1972, manufactured during the Cold War period and originally issued to Soviet forces with outstanding opt...
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Paolo Buffa bedside tables Original 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Catania, IT
Pair of Paolo Buffa Bedside Tables Original 1950s. Imagine adding a touch of authentic Italian elegance to your bedroom, the kind that only 1950s design can evoke. This pair of mahog...
Mahogany
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
Custom Iron Tripod Tables with Bronze Edging by Dos Gallos
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom hand-forged iron tripod tables with bronze edging. Can be made in custom sizes, round or square. Sold separately. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio. CUSTOM PRICES ARE ...
Iron
$2,825 / item
H 7 in Dm 18 in
Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of Colombian artist Fernan...
Brass
$2,400 / item
H 36 in W 30.5 in D 18.75 in
Custom Made Lucite Oversized Coffee-table Book Stand for Taschen Sumos
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
Custom Made Lucite Oversized coffee-table book stand for Taschen Sumos This large, free-standing lucite book stand allows you to display and view oversized specialty books as seen a...
Brass
$5,800 / set
H 37 in W 26 in D 21 in
Pair Faux Bamboo New Virgin Wool Upholstery Lounge Arm Fire Side Chairs MINT!
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Decorative Faux Bamboo New Virgin Wool Upholstery Lounge Arm Fire Side Chairs MINT!
Upholstery, Bamboo
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
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