George Nakashima Captain's Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Captain's Chair Beautiful original Dark Surface wonderful spline details Clients
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Walnut
George Nakashima Captain's Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Captain's Chair Beautiful original Dark Surface wonderful spline details Clients
Walnut
$1,950 / item
H 29.25 in W 25.75 in D 21.5 in
Studio-Made Captain’s Chairs in American Black Walnut, Winged Foot-2020
By Angelo Montaperto, Montaperto Studios, Justinian Montaperto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four remaining examples of a set of 90 handmade solid walnut Windsor captain’s chairs executed for
Walnut
Set of Four Captain Chairs by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderful set of four American black Walnut 'Captain" chairs handcrafted by George Nakashima in
Walnut
Captain’s Chair by George Nakashima, 1970
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Captain’s chair by George Nakashima, 1970. American black walnut.
Walnut
George Nakashima Captains Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima Captains chair made from English walnut, circa 1954. Stunning vintage
George Nakashima Captains Chair Nakashima Studio
By George Nakashima Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nakashima captains chair Nakashima Studio, American black walnut, 1955.
Walnut
George Nakashima Captains Chairs, a Pair
By George Nakashima
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of authentic George Nakashima Captain’s chairs. Walnut. Hand carved seat and spindles. Comes
Walnut
Pair of George Nakashima Captain's Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of George Nakashima Chairs. Beautiful original finish. Original clients name on underside of
Walnut
George Nakashima Captain's Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in Winter Park, FL
Made in American black walnut, a Captain's chair by G. Nakashima with hand-carved seat and spindle
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Nakashima Captain's Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of black walnut armchairs by George Nakashima.
Walnut
George Nakashima Captain Chair in Black Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Captain chair has a curved, peaked backrest atop carved spindles. The seat is sculpted for comfort and
Walnut
Set of 8 George Nakashima Captain's Chairs in Black Walnut
Located in New York, NY
Amazing original matched set of 8 Captain's chairs by George Nakashima. A brilliant and comfortable
George Nakashima Early Set of 8 Walnut "Captain" Chairs, 1959
By George Nakashima
Located in Coronado, CA
opportunity to own the finest set of early George Nakashima "Captain" chairs on the market today.
Walnut
George Nakashima Black Walnut Captain Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Captain chair from American midcentury craftsman George Nakashima. The black walnut chair has a
Walnut
Set of Four George Nakashima Black Walnut Captain's Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An accomplished set of four captain chairs from American midcentury craftsman George Nakashima. The
Walnut
Sold
H 28.5 in W 24 in D 20 in
George Nakashima Studio Dining Set featuring Black Walnut Captain Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
captains chairs and square live edge dining table. The chairs, produced circa 1974 have curved, peaked
Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 23 in D 20 in
Early Set of Six Spindle Back Captain's Dining Chairs by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely set of six captain's chairs designed and produced by George Nakashima from Nakashima
Hickory, Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 94.75 in D 36 in
Early One of a Kind George Nakashima Dining Set with Six Captain Chairs USA 1966
By George Nakashima
Located in Berlin, DE
This set includes six early captain chairs and a one of a kind George Nakashima Plank dining table
Walnut
Captain's Chair by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid walnut 'Captains' armchair with hand-hewn backrest, spindles and shaped seat, on four
Walnut
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H 28.25 in W 24.13 in D 19.75 in
Rare George Nakashima Walnut Dining Set with Four Captain's Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
dining table and four carved-seat "Captain's Chairs". Chairs signed to underside with original
Walnut
George Nakashima Captain’s Chair New Hope Studio, America, circa 1960
By George Nakashima
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
George Nakashima Captain’s chair New Hope Studio, America, circa 1960 George Nakashima American
Walnut
George Nakashima Captain’s Chair New Hope Studio America, circa 1960
By George Nakashima
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
George Nakashima Captain’s chair New Hope Studio America, circa 1960 George Nakashima American
Walnut
George Nakashima for Knoll spindle back captains chairs
Located in Hollywood, CA
Set of four early George Nakashima for Knoll captains chairs in solid ebonized wood.
George Nakashima for Knoll spindle back captains chairs
Located in Hollywood, CA
Set of four Nakashima for Knoll early captains chairs. These chairs are solid wood and though they
George Nakashima Captain's Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
George Nakashima black walnut captain's chair with hand carved seat and spindles. Classic Nakashima
Wood, Walnut
George Nakashima Studio Captains Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A stunning 1969 Captains chair by George Nakashima. The wood selection and craftsmanship of the
Walnut
$78,400 / set
H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molde...
Rosewood, Fabric
$2,560 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Cognac Leather Director's Chair
By Dario Alfonsi
Located in Milan, IT
Dark hues of vegetable-tanned leather and a beechwood frame finished with an ash wood varnish. Hand-sewn and assembled in Rome by Dario Alfonsi, this iconic collapsible chair express...
Leather, Beech
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
$669Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$1,275 / item
H 28.5 in W 20 in D 17 in
Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner FH4103 Chairs ( Up To Six Available)
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Having gorgeous original patina with splendid craftsmanship while utilizing a space saving design. U...
Oak, Teak
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
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
$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
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table 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 ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$1,750
H 13.75 in W 70 in D 18 in
Newly Refinished - Vintage Warren Church “Perception” Coffee Table for Lane
By Warren C. Church, Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Oak, Walnut
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in
Pierre Chapo S28 chair in elm wood France 1972
By Pierre Chapo
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Pierre Chapo S28 chairs pair in elm wood France 1972
Elm
Pair of Benches by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of elm S35 modular benches by Pierre Chapo. Made in France circa 1960s.
Elm
$12,000
H 20.5 in W 53.75 in D 18 in
Mid Century George Nakashima “Origins” Walnut Writing Desk or Coffee Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Documented writing desk from George Nakashima’s Origins series, executed in richly grained walnut and produced in the United States under the auspices of the Nakashima Studio. The Or...
Walnut
George Nakashima Splay Leg Table Manufactured by Knoll
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The N-10 table was originally sold by Knoll in the 1940s and discontinued in 1955. This example is from the re-introduction in 2008.
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.