$12,313
H 29.93 in W 76.78 in D 28.75 in
Danish Modern TV Bench Sofa Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Modular teak TV bench model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark. The set consists of a bench, two
Teak
$24,533Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.93 in W 76.78 in D 28.75 in
Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of modular teak TV benches model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, ade in the 1960s. The
Teak, Wool, Rattan
Daybed Bench Model 161 Hans Olsen Bramin, 1957
By Hans Olsen
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Olsen Bramin Daybed teak bench, model 161. Denmark 1960s.
Teak
Mid-Century, Hans Olsen for Bramin Møbler Modular Sofa Bench
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Rare sofa bench designed by Hans Olsen for Brahmin Møbler circa 1960s. Solid teak base with two
Suede, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Sold
H 27.96 in W 76.78 in D 27.56 in
Modular TV Bench Model 161 Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, 1957
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Dallas, TX
This bench was designed by Hans Olsen in 1957. It was a featured item in case study house #20
Cane, Teak
Bench / Daybed in the style of Hans Olsen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sturdy and original teak bench or daybed in the style of Hans Olsen. There are 2 metal cross
Metal
Rare Hans Olsen Modular Seating Group
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Solid teak and hemp modular seating group by Hans Olsen circa late 1950's. Phenomenally designed
Teak, Hemp, Upholstery
Hans Olsen Styled Danish Tandem Modular Bench Seating Set
By Hans Olsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Danish tandem modular seating set with three Italian linen covered seats in a medium dark tan tone with a walnut side table resting on a beautifully constructed solid walnut frame....
Hans Olsen Modular Conver-Table TV Bench Set
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Modular seating set designed by Hans Olsen and made by Bramin in the 1950s. Solid teak / Afrormosia
Cane, Teak
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H 27.96 in W 76.78 in L 27.96 in
Modular TV Bench Model 161 Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, 1957
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Teak and wicker. Model used in the case study house #20, known as the bass house, completed in 1958.
Cane, Teak
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H 29.93 in W 76.78 in D 28.75 in
Danish Modern TV Bench Sofa Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Modular teak TV bench model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark. The set consists of a bench, two
Teak
Teak and Cane Sofa by Hans Olsen
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Teak and cane sofa / bench by Hans Olsen. This piece is modular and can be arranged to best meet
Teak, Cane
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H 28.75 in W 74 in D 25 in
Three Chair Modular Seating Bench / Sofa in Walnut by Gerald McCabe, USA, 1960s
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! Often mistaken for the Model 161 bench by Hans Olsen (for Bramin, this
Walnut
Sold
H 28.75 in W 74 in D 25 in
2 Chair Modular Seating Bench / Sofa in Walnut by Gerald McCabe, USA, c. 1960's
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! Often mistaken for the Model 161 bench by Hans Olsen (for Bramin, this
Walnut
Hans Olsen Modular Seating Set
By Hans Olsen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This rare Hans Olsen for Bramin modular seating is from the early 1960s. The set's versatility is
Sold
H 28 in W 74.25 in D 27 in
Hans Olsen "Series 137" Danish Teak Sofa or Bench for N.A. Jorgensens, Bramin
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Peabody, MA
Scarce Danish two-seat sofa or bench designed by Hans Olsen for N.A. Jorgensens Mobelfabrik (Bramin
Upholstery, Teak
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H 11.82 in W 76.78 in D 27.56 in
Bench Model 161 Designed by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, 1957 Teak Daybed
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic sofa model TV161 designed by Hans Olsen, produced by Bramin, Denmark 1957. Made of solid
Metal
Hans Olsen Daybed / Bench
By Hans Olsen
Located in Fulton, CA
A fine Danish Modern daybed / bench designed by Hans Olsen.
Walnut
Danish Modern Modular Seating Group by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
This vintage Mid-Century sofa has two cane seats and a table that can be removed or reconfigured.The seat cushions are new and have been professionally upholstered. This rare modula...
Sycamore, Cane, Upholstery, Teak
Danish Teak Sofa/Bench by Hans Olsen for Bramin
By Hans Olsen
Located in Asheville, NC
This Danish teak sofa/bench by the renowned Hans Olsen for Bramin is a true gem that seamlessly
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Modern Daybed/Bench by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in New London, CT
Rare three seat bench by Hans Olsen for Bramin, circa 1956. Newly reupholstered with new foam and
Fabric, Teak
$9,282
H 26.78 in W 83.47 in D 31.11 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Sofa for Gavina, Brown Leather, 1962
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” sofa for Gavina, brown leather, Italy, 1962 The "Bastiano" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Knoll in 1962, epitomizes architectural design an...
Leather, Wood
On Hold|$680
H 18.12 in W 23.82 in D 13 in
Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers 1860s-1900s / Tansu Nightstand Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old drawer storage made in Japan. This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is a valuable piece of furniture that has transcended time and remains ...
Iron
Rare Pendant Lamp attributed to Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce, 1950s
By Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This rare pendant lamp, attributed to the renowned Italian manufacturer Arredoluce in the 1950s, is an exceptional example of mid-century Italian design. The lamp features a softly g...
Metal, Brass
Danish Modern Teak Daybed w/ Leather Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
$6,275 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$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
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral fabric sofa or settee designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Moderate wear to wood consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in distressed condition ideally ...
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 8-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Teak
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Cabinet in Oak and Brass by Oscar Nilsson, 1940's
By Oscar Nilsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Cabinet in Oak and Brass by Oscar Nilsson, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Oak and brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Svensk möbelindustri in Sweden Dimensi...
Brass
$1,891 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
$10,064
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 30.71 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Sofa Model Minerva by France & Daverkosen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Minerva designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
Steel
$3,332
H 51.97 in W 44.89 in D 13.78 in
Art Deco Stylish Display Vitrine Cabinet in Walnut, English, 1930s
Located in Devon, England
Beautiful and original 1930s Art Deco English walnut display cabinet. A lovely piece of furniture that's veneered in figured mid tone walnut. Still retains its original silk interior...
Glass, Walnut
$6,917
H 31.89 in W 65.75 in D 35.83 in
Vivai del Sud Sofa and Coffee Table in Curved Bamboo and Leather, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Italian Mid-Century organic sofa and matching coffee table, fully made of bamboo, leather, and maple wood. The coffee table is completed with its original smoky bronzed gla...
Bamboo, Rattan, Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Cane, Chestnut
$1,575Sale Price|30% Off
H 41 in W 32 in D 16.5 in
Antique American Oak Farmhouse Kitchen Pantry Ice Box Refrigerator Bar Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful early 1900s Ice Chest. Made oak with a stout rectangular frame featuring three doors, original brass hardware and paneled sides. Interior is enameled with two mesh shelve...
Oak
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.