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Brutalist Modern Brass, Black Oak & Boucle' Cant Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Cant lounge chair has strong Brutalist proportions, this piece is designed by Egg Designs and
Category
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 27.56 in W 34.65 in D 33.08 in
Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Classic mid-century french lines on this ''egg" chair upholstered in brown bouclé, on four conical
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
1950's Boho Design Wicker Egg Basket Lounge Chair Set
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Boho Design Style Egg Basket Barrel Lounge Chair set of 2. Made in France, 1950's period
Category
Vintage 1950s French Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Cane
19th Century French Gothic Revival Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Gothic Revival chair is a wonderful testament to the craftsmen of a bygone era
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Chairs
Materials
Oak
French Harpist Chair Mid 19th
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
This harpist chair is made of solid rosewood. The seat is of very good quality and is covered with
Category
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Swivel Chairs
Materials
Palisander
Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Gilt Caned Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
extravagant wraparound gallery backrests. These chairs are wonderful examples of French craftsmanship
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Cane, Giltwood
Wicker and Iron Lounge Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Unusual and funky lounge chair with a tripod solid iron base and sturdy conical, egg-shaped wicker
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Salon Chairs with Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Four 19th century French Louis XVI Walnut Salon Chairs with Embroidered Mohair are the
Category
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Pair of French Organic Modern Leather Lounge Chairs & Ottoman, Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Important Set of 2 French Mid-Century Organic Modern armchairs / Lounge Chairs and 1
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XV Boudoir Slipper Chairs Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare pair of boudoir or slipper chairs. The chairs are in their original robins egg blue
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
“Monk” coffee table for PleyeL
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
1940s Royere Style Wrought Iron Dining Chairs
Located in Sharon, CT
Original Robin's egg blue with gold painted spheres. Price is for the pair.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Six 19th Century French Renaissance Dining Chairs with Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Six 19th Century French Renaissance dining chairs with leather are of a Classic and timeless
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Ochre Mohair Swivel Chairs by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French Midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Ochre Knit Mohair Swivel Chair by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French Midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Swivel Lounge Chair in Mustard Velvet by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel Egg chairs in the French Midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in
Category
2010s American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French mid-century style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa mid 20thC
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chairs
Price for x1 chair
x1 chair available
Category
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Dennis & Leen Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chair
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous distressed dining chair made in the neoclassical French Louis XVI taste by Dennis & Leen
Category
20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Pair of Dennis & Leen Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of distressed dining chairs made in the neoclassical French Louis XVI taste by Dennis
Category
20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Pair of Industrial Egg Chairs in Aluminum and Leather, France 1970's
Located in New York, NY
France, 1970's
A sleek pair of modernist armchairs in welded aluminum with cloutage details
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Michel Pigneres egg armchair lucite steel and velvet 1972
By Michel Pigneres
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare and distinctive egg chair is a creation by Michel Pigneres, dating back to 1972. It is
Category
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Rare set of 12 French Louis XV Country French Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare robin's egg blue and creme paint decorated set of 12 cane chairs. The chairs have
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Canapes
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Two Chairs and Two Armchairs, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming set of two chairs and two armchairs with shield-shape backs, painted robin's egg blue. The
Category
Early 20th Century French Hepplewhite Armchairs
Antique French Louis XVI Painted Vanity Chair with Cane
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Painted Vanity Chair with Cane is an artful example of French
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Stools
Materials
Cane, Hardwood, Paint
1 of a Kind Pair of Brown Leather Philippe Starck Cassina Eurostar Egg Armchairs
By Stark
Located in GB
Eurostar brown leather swivel Egg chairs
These are the only pair in the world with this colour finish
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 41.74 in W 34.45 in D 29.73 in
French Louis XVI Style Duchesse en Bateau Chaise Lounge Chair, Late 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Duchesse en Bateau (chaise) from France, in the Louis XVI style, features ribbon and egg-and-dart molding
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 37.5 in W 68.75 in D 29.75 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Cowhide Lounge Chairs Attr. to Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
Saarinen, Arne Jacobsen, Egg Chair and Swan Sofa,
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 31 in W 29 in D 29 in
20th Century Pair of French Vintage Art Deco Oakwood Armchairs by André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French Art Deco pair of armchairs made of hand crafted shellac polished Oakwood, designed
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
H 38.5 in W 26 in D 21 in
Important Louis XVI Style Dining Room Set by Mercier Frères, France, Circa 1900
By Mercier Freres
Located in PARIS, FR
opening with three leaves underlined with pearls and adorned with a beautiful ornementation of oval, egg
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Dining Room Sets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 29.53 in W 137.8 in D 50.4 in
Space Age Armchairs Karate by Michel Cadestin for Airborne
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Space age egg chairs - 1970s for Airborne
Upholstered premium leather:
Good condition with
Category
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
A.R.P Fauteuil Coquetier, 1955
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
/ cordage rouge
Measures: H 75 x 78 cms
850 Euros
A.R.P.
Plastic Research Workshop
Egg cup chair
Category
Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Yakisugi Table Basse by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Tables
Materials
Fabric
360° Rotating Armchair in Bouclé Fabrics & Stainless Steel Base
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
This is a contemporary lounge chair with a retro egg shape reminiscent of a James Bond film. It is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Green Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
Participation in the Guzzini Food Design France event
2010
‘Otto’ chair and ‘Quadro’ table for Ceccotti
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Special Edition Pierre Frey Fabric, Borghese Long Sofa, Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
H 33.47 in W 97.64 in D 35.04 in
Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
Participation in the Guzzini Food Design France event
2010
‘Otto’ chair and ‘Quadro’ table for Ceccotti
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Very Fine and Elegant Fire, Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock in the Romantic Taste
Located in Antwerp, BE
flowering scrolls on the corners and topped by an egg – and – dart frieze. On top a lady of quality in a
Category
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 5.52 in
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
19th c . Swedish Gustavian Painted Stools Signed by Johannes Ericsson
Located in Wichita, KS
linen with nailhead trim, circa 1830. Signed by Johannes Ericsson, 1803-1865, a chair maker in Knipered
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Stools
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Black Dining Table by Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Piet Hein
Located in Valladolid, ES
being icons of Scandinavian design such as the Egg armchair or the chair designs by Arne Jacobsen. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Plywood
Mid-Century Modern 2-Seater Brown Leather Sofa3330 by A. Vodder for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Vodder, Fritz Hansen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
chair in 1952. The next projects: Series 7 (1955), Swan (1958) and Egg (1958), which were designed for
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 63 in D 30.32 in
Antique George II White Statuary and Sicilian Jasper Marble Fireplace Mantle
Located in London, GB
designers (Chippendale in his directories used them to decorate ‘French chairs’ and ‘Fire Screens’) and were
Category
Antique 18th Century George II Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
H 74.57 in W 99.49 in D 11.82 in
Gothic Armoire
Located in New York, NY
Gothic gilt pillar and Egyptian marble top” (Halliday & Jenkins, p. 3 no. 63); “12 mahogany Gothic chairs
Category
Antique 19th Century American Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
French Vintage Double Mirror Egg Armchairs Designed by Pierre Guariche
By André Steiner
Located in Gyermely, Komárom-Esztergom
French double mirror eggs armchairs designed by Pierre Guariche and Steiner Factory made in Paris
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plastic
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Wing Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Louis XVI style wing chairs with desirable soft aged patina. Newly upholstered in 100
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of 1960's Swivel Fibreglass Chairs
Located in MADRID, MD
Pair of 1960´s French fibreglass swivel egg chairs.
They are newly reupholstered in bouclé fabric
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Pair of Culbuto Chairs by Marc Held for Knoll
By Marc Held
Located in PARIS, FR
working on an unassembled Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen. Seeing the Egg chair rock from side to side gave him
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Bespoke Outdoor Lounge Chair and Ottoman, by P. Tendercool
By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer
Located in Bangkok, TH
This is an outdoor lounge chair from our Sit-Stirring collection, bespoke handmade sofas and
Category
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
XXL French Mid Century Pendant Light, Arlus France, Stilnovo Style
By Arlus, Stilnovo
Located in Bremen, DE
, egg shaped opaline glass globe shades.
Wiring: The lamps have been tested with US American light
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Louis XVI Painted Arm Chairs
Located in Kirkland, WA
approximately 50 years ago and are in good condition.
The robins egg blue paint is very French. It appears to
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Rush
French 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood and Caned Settee with New Upholstery
Located in Toorak, VIC
A French 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood and caned settee with new velvet upholstery.
The charm
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Giltwood
H 38.19 in W 77.17 in D 38.19 in
French Egg Chairs in the Manner of Jean Royère
By Jean Royère
Located in Chicago, IL
French egg chairs in manner of Jean Royere. Newly upholstered in green cotton velvet. Fully
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Two 'Egg' chairs, also called 'Wagabond'.
Located in Jersey City, NJ
an oval, egg-like shape, when the top is open it forms the back rest, the bottom forms the seat
Category
Vintage 1960s French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Rare Set of Four Christian Adam Swivel "Egg" Chairs, 1970s
By Christian Adam
Located in L'Escala, ES
Very rare set of four Christian Adam swivel "egg" chairs manufactured in France in 1970s. In a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Fiberglass
Raphael Raffel Für Herman Miller: Egg Chair Aus Dem Space Age, 1965 Frankreich
By Raphael Raffel, Herman Miller
Located in Lübeck, DE
Ein Space-Age-Clubsessel aus der Jahrhundertmitte von Raphael Raffel, Frankreich 1965.
Der Klubsessel hat eine Tulpenform mit einer abgerundeten Sitzfläche, die mit dem originalen...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Club Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
H 25.6 in W 29.14 in D 27.56 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the French egg chair you’re looking for. Each French egg chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and plastic. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French egg chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A French egg chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — is very popular. A well-made French egg chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ole Wanscher, Christian Adam and Philippe Starck are consistently popular.
How Much is a French Egg Chair?
Prices for a French egg chair start at $930 and top out at $8,000 with the average selling for $2,481.
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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.
Questions About French Egg Chair
- When did the Egg chair come out?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the Egg chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- How much is an egg chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.
- What is a French-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What is a French berère chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
- What are French chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
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Mid Century Breakfront
Gothic Style Antique Table
French Wood Carved Display Cabinet
18th Century Mantle
Large Glazed Bookcase
Arts And Crafts Hardware
Bronze Mantle Clock
French Mahogany Empire Chest