$12,171 / item
H 26.19 in W 104.73 in D 32.29 in
Elan three-seater Sofa in feather by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An unstoppable commercial success, the Elan sofa continues to impress. Designed by Jasper Morrison
Metal
$9,971 / item
H 26.19 in W 80.32 in D 32.29 in
Elan two-seater Sofa in feather by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An unstoppable commercial success, the Elan sofa continues to impress. Designed by Jasper Morrison
Metal
$10,890 / item
H 26.19 in W 80.32 in D 32.29 in
Elan 23 Modular Sofa by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elan 23, the new version of the iconic sofa designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini, combines
Metal
$81,160
H 33.47 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in
Contemporary Bronze and Mohair Velvet Curved Sofa by Pierre Salagnac, France
By Pierre Salagnac
Located in London, GB
Élan Curved Sofa by Pierre Salagnac Material: 24K gold-plated bronze, mohair velvet Dimensions: 240
Gold, Bronze
$5,950
H 26 in W 80.25 in D 32.25 in
2022 Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Elan Element Two Seat Sofa / Loveseat
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an Elan Element Two Person Sofa/Chaise Lounge made with a metal frame and tan
Metal
Unavailable
+ 18 moreH 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 32.29 in
Cappellini Elan Three-Seat Sofa with Fabric or Leather by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
An unstoppable commercial success, the Elan sofa continues to impress. Designed by Jasper Morrison
Metal
Unavailable
H 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 32.29 in
Elan Three-Seat Sofa in Black/White Hallingdal Fabric by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
An unstoppable commercial success, the Elan sofa continues to impress. Designed by Jasper Morrison
Metal
Unavailable
H 36 in W 98 in D 30 in
Green Alpaca "Caillou" Sofa with Sculptural Gold Bronze Feet (IN STOCK)
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Green Alpaca Calliou Sofa on Sculptural Cast Bronze Feet by Elan Atelier. In stock the the Elan
Bronze
Unavailable
H 57.09 in W 68.51 in D 112.21 in
Designer Ralph Lauren Clivendon Tufted Bed Chesterfield Style
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
comfort and élan of a Chesterfield sofa to a beautifully carved and upholstered bed. The tufted
Velvet
Cappellini "Elan" EN/4 3-Seat Sofa - In Green Fabric
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a superb example of the iconic Cappellini "Elan" EN/4 3-Seat Sofa from
Fabric
Sold
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.3 in
Italian Six Chairs Tate Soft designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini, 2010
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Traversetolo, IT
collaboratively with Cappellini, as well as the Low Pad chairs, Elan sofas, Oblong System, and Orla. The extensive
Steel
Sold
H 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 32.29 in
2000s Cappellini 'Elan' 3 Seater Sofa in Fabric by Jasper Morrison made in Italy
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Elan Sofa, originally designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 1999. This
Metal
$56,062
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
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
$17,940 / item
H 29.14 in W 116.54 in D 50.01 in
Ripple Sofa - Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Wood Base-Sidani Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ripple sofa draws from the soft rhythm of water and air, vertical lines echoing ripples, pillars and sculpted silence. Its base anchors the form, while the upholstered seat float...
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
$98,000
H 30 in W 120 in D 36 in
Georgis & Mirgorodsky, Whalebone, Contemporary Curved Sofa, USA, 2014
By Georgis & Mirgorodsky
Located in New York, NY
A sweeping revision of the conventional sectional, this fabulous piece by Georgis & Mirgorodsky curls gracefully into a semicircle, and rests on a series of well-spaced, polished bro...
Velvet
$20,439 / item
H 31.5 in W 110.24 in D 62.21 in
Modern Galapinhos Sofa, Cream Wool-Linen Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Galapinhos Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Galapinhos cream linen fabric sofa brings the essence of nature indoors, inspired by th...
Bouclé, Oak, Leather, Wool, Linen
$14,350 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Portofino Pink Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in pink velvet that adds depth and style to any setting. The tailored silhouette features v...
Velvet, Walnut
CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle The Curve sofa features layered asymmetrical design elements that are both sophisticated and simple. The unbalanced ten...
Upholstery
$19,770 / item
H 33.47 in W 82.68 in D 33.08 in
Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Modern White Primal Sofa by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Enter the realm of timeless sophistication with the Primal sofa a pinnacle of Egg's design ethos and a beacon of style in any Minimalist, Modern, or Mid-century modern interior. Bol...
Brass
$165,000
H 30 in W 221 in D 55 in
Georgis & Mirgorodsky, Libertine, Contemporary Sofa, United States, 2022
By Georgis & Mirgorodsky
Located in New York, NY
This monumental swoosh of a sofa includes two integral side tables and an ottoman. The ottoman can be flanked by two cocktail tables to create two seating groups. The fiberglass side...
Upholstery, Fiberglass
$17,224 / set
H 31 in W 194 in D 40 in
Pair of Modular Sofas with Walnut Finish Base and Built-in Tables, Ruy Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of modular Ruy sofas with table tops, walnut finish and beige fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, this pair of modul...
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
$177,648 / item
H 55.12 in W 38.19 in D 19.69 in
Unique Rectangular Deep Blue Brass Cabinet with Two Doors by Christopher Boots
By Christopher Boots
Located in Geneve, CH
Curiosity Cabinet by Christopher Boots Unique Piece Dimensions: D 50 x W 97 x H 140 cm. Materials: Reclaimed oak, cast bronze, clear quartz, smoky quartz, lapis lazuli, pyrite, indus...
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Pyrite, Brass, Bronze
Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov
Located in Geneve, CH
Lamb Sofa by Vladimir Naumov Dimensions: D 284 x W 164 x H 84 cm Materials: Faux Lamb Fur, Wood Customizable Size. Please contact us. Vladimir Naumov is a professional architect, d...
Faux Fur, Wood
Ecume Sofa by Guillaume Chevalier
Located in Geneve, CH
Ecume Sofa by Guillaume Chevalier Dimensions: D 100 x W 256 x H 80 cm. Materials: Solid American walnut and fabric. Handcrafted in France by Ateliers de Brimbois. Copies signed and ...
Fabric, Walnut
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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