$3,315 / set
H 38.98 in W 27.17 in D 29.53 in
Lounge Chairs, Functionalism, Probably Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of lounge chairs with adjustable backrests and straight armrests with bars. The thick cushions
Fabric, Wood
CDC.1 Lounge Chair, American Walnut
By Gubi, Carlo di Carli
Located in Berkeley, CA
CDC.1 lounge chair was designed by Carlo de Carli in 1954 and features the elegantly Minimalist
Walnut
CDC.1 Lounge Chair, Black High Gloss
By Gubi, Carlo di Carli
Located in Berkeley, CA
CDC.1 lounge chair was designed by Carlo De Carli in 1954 and features the elegantly minimalist
Oak
J.J.P Oud easy chairs Rotterdamse Spaarbank Netherlands 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
was to practice ‘poetic functionalism’. Oud’s easy chairs are rarely seen outside of museums and are
Steel
Pair of CDC.1 Lounge Chairs, Black High Gloss
By Gubi, Carlo di Carli
Located in Berkeley, CA
CDC.1 lounge chair was designed by Carlo De Carli in 1954 and features the elegantly minimalist
Oak
CDC.1 Lounge Chair, Brown Stained Oak High Gloss
By Gubi, Carlo di Carli
Located in Berkeley, CA
CDC.1 lounge chair was designed by Carlo De Carli in 1954 and features the elegantly minimalist
Oak
$3,899 / item
H 28.35 in Dm 32.29 in
Customizable Gubi CDC Lounge Chair Fully Upholstered by Carlo de Carli
By Gubi
Located in New York, NY
CDC.1 Lounge Chair was designed by Carlo De Carli in 1954 and features the elegantly minimalist
Textile
$1,975
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in
Jan Vaněk Attributed Bentwood Lounge Chair, 1940s Czech Functionalism
By Jan Vanek
Located in Almelo, NL
Jan Vaněk Attributed Bentwood Lounge Chair, 1940s Czech Functionalism This sculptural bentwood
Upholstery, Hardwood
Jonas Bohlin Concrete and Steel Table
By Källemo, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Long Island City, NY
known, his controversial Concrete Chair which took functionalism to an aesthetic extreme. The form is
Concrete, Metal
$2,652Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Grey Tubular Gottwald Armchairs by Ladislav Žák, New Leather Upholstery
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
. The armchairs perfectly embody the elegance of Czechoslovak Functionalism. The frame of the chairs is
Chrome
$4,110 / set
H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Functionalist Cantilever Armchairs with Wooden Armrests, Cz 1930
By Thonet
Located in Almelo, NL
elegant simplicity characteristic of 1930s Czechoslovak functionalism. Perfect as accent chairs in a
Chrome
$9,985
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 37.41 in
Armchair Model “Cité” by Jean Prouvé, Manufactured by Vitra, 2002
By Vitra, Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
perfect synthesis of functionalism and sophisticated style. The chair features dynamic lines, comfortable
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
Set of Four H-214 Chairs by Jindřich Halabala, Walnut, 1950s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Prague 8, CZ
delicate floral pattern. The style bridges Czech functionalism and early modernism. Chairs are in original
Wood, Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Hans J. Wegner, a Pair of 1977 Limited Edition Walnut Armchairs “China Chairs”
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vejle, DK
with his flair for expressive and sculptural functionalism. Limited edition of 250 chairs made in 1977
Walnut
Steel Tube and Leather Chair by Eskil Sundahl, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
1930s Functionalism chair by Swedish architect Eskil Sundahl. Frame in nickel-plated steel pipes
Steel
Rare Chrome Bauhaus / Functionalism Armchair, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s (not later production) - Very good original condition - Very stylish, simple design.
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 15.75 in
Set of four chairs with table by Robert Slezák, functionalism, 1935
By Robert Slezák
Located in Praha, CZ
table is worn out of use. Chairs is made of chromed pipes and plywood. Original preserved condition
Chrome
Carlo Scarpa Pair of Mod.618 Chairs
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Naples, IT
618 is the chair designed by Carlo Scarpa for Meritalia. Carlo Scarpa's 618 chair combines pure
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 23.63 in D 24.41 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chair by Ab Diö Slöjd Och Möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Diö Slöjd & Mobler
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish Modernism centre around minimalism, simplicity and functionalism, and this chair achieves to
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 40.75 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Swedish Cabinetmaker Sinuous Upholstered Lounge Chair, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, simplicity, and functionalism. This chair achieves to follow these principles while offering plenty of
Fabric, Wood
Finnish Mid-Century Lounge Chair with Tapered Legs, Finland Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
functionalism. This elegant lounge chair is the visual definition of these characteristics with lines
Fabric, Wood
Chinese Provincial Roundback Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques to create an elegant functionalism that has defined this chair's presence over the centuries, and
Elm
19th Century Chinese Roundback Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques to create an elegant functionalism that has defined this chair's presence over the centuries, and
Elm
Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques to create an elegant functionalism that has defined this chair's presence over the centuries, and
Elm
Bruno Mathsson Eva Chair Midcentury, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Milano, IT
functionalism. The chair is in good condition but has a slight wear in the left armrest. It has been produced
Wood
Chinese Provincial Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
techniques to create an elegant functionalism that has defined this chair's presence over the centuries, and
Elm
1960s Danish Teak and Steel Side Chairs by Borge Mogensen
Located in Victoria, BC
the 1950s these chairs blend functionalism with woodworking expertise, marking an early example of
Teak
Swedish Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
functionalism. This chair achieves to follow these principles while offering plenty of visually arresting
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Oak stacking chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 1980s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Den Haag, ZH
colours. In case of the oak webbing chairs minimalism meets functionalism in their clear structure which
Oak
Hans J. Wegner "China Chair" for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1980
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wilnis, UT
sculptural functionalism. The chair has the original manufacturer's label. It remains in good original
Leather, Cherry
Pair of Swedish 1940s Slipper Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
subtly tapering legs in birch. Swedish Functionalism period, 1940s. Chairs are offered at a special
Birch, Upholstery
Grandessa Chair by Lena Larsson for Nesto, Sweden, 1960s
By Lena Larsson
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Functionalism. This Scandinavian Design chair is marked with a stamp under the seat.
Wood
Vitra Miniature Lassu Chair by Alessandro Mendini, Germany, 1990
By Vitra, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Wilnis, UT
A unique miniature of the Lassu' chair by Alessandro Mendini, manufactured by Vitra in Germany
Bronze
$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
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
$9,025 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$2,107 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An early, authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a luxurious, premium, burnt orange / rust coloured 100% mohair fabric. Brass feet with nat...
Brass
$12,320 / item
H 43.31 in W 82.68 in D 55.12 in
Brass and Alabaster Three Globes Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of three patinated brass arms of light each holding different sized alabaster globes and counterweight to ensure the balance of the piece. Original ...
Alabaster, Brass
$6,631 / set
H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Modern 802 Armchairs by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern 802 Armchairs by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, 1950s
Wood
Custom Made Model 54 Mohair Velvet Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design Model 54 lounge chair A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is a contemporary update of an obscure desi...
Sheepskin, Beech
$9,947 / set
H 34.26 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
Ico Parisi velvet and brass armchairs by Isa Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Ico Parisi
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of fabric armchairs with brass legs by Ico Parisi and manufactured by Isa Bergamo. This pair of Italian armchairs exemplifies the finest stylistic research of the 1950s. The de...
Brass
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influentia...
Linen
$7,105 / set
H 39.77 in W 34.26 in D 37.41 in
Pair of armchairs in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A pair of comfortable bergère armchairs in fabric and wood, upholstered in velvet, in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italian manufacture, 1950s. The elegance of the bergère armch...
Fabric, Wood
$8,900 / set
H 34.75 in W 29.25 in D 30 in
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and brown beige velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 34.75” x 29.25” W x 30” D Seat height: 15”
Velvet, Wood
$1,200Sale Price / item|50% Off
H 29.5 in Dm 16.5 in
French Industrial Wrought Iron Counter Stool with Nubuck Upholstery, c. 1960
Located in New York City, NY
French Industrial Wrought Iron Counter Stools with Nubuck Upholstery, c. 1960 Graphic wrought iron stools; at once industrial and refined.
Wrought Iron, Metal
Fontana Arte chandelier by Max Ingrand, Italy circa 1950s
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fontana Arte chandelier by Max Ingrand, attributed. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Two large curved acid etched glass shades mounted on a brass frame. Takes 9 candelabra bulbs. Co...
Brass
Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Europe 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This individualistic chair possesses a look that is eternally relevant regardless of current trends, a charm that would likely be called ‘the Mid-Century Modern style’. The arms an...
Metal
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.
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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.
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