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Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Original oiled finish to Teak "paws" and legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
Hans Wegner Suite of Chairs Papa Bear
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A rare opportunity to purchase a matching set of Hans Wegner's most iconic and celebrated chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal 65-wool. Hans J. Wegner / AP Stolen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Papa Bear Chair, a classic design by Hans Wagner, showcases timeless elegance with its iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in yellow 'COLOR' textile (colour: 10-101). Hans J. Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kensington, MD
Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951 Additional information: Material
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Teak and Wool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A terrific early Papabear chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in the late 60's. This example in solid
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Mama Bear Lounge Chair Model AP 27
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-27, also known as the Mama Bear chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1957. This iconic
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored Papa Bear chair designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Maharam Wool Boucle'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design "Papa Bear" chair and matching ottoman produced for A.P. Stolen, Denmark
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome pair of early 1960s AP-19 chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen. These chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
H 39.016 in W 36 in D 35 in
Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman, masterfully crafted by Hans Wagner, embody mid-century modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
). ABOUT THE ITEM: This is an original ‘Papa Bear Chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced by the original
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman in Loro Piana Nubuck Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A beautiful, vintage Papa Bear Chair fully restored in the most luxurious nubuck leather from
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, A. P. Stolen 1951
By Anker Pedersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' chair with arms of teak and legs of oak, upholstered with light soft
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s AP-19 Lounge Chair, better known as the Papa Bear Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner
Category

20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
002 Natural) ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-20 Mini Bear Lounge Chairs - Pair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of scarce model AP-20 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, PP Møbler
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. New released
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a Danish Control tag
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces were manufactured by the renowned A.P. Stolen in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen ‘New Papa Bear’ Easy Chair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, ‘New Papa Bear’ lounge chair, model AP69, oak, reupholstered in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two identical original vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A. P. Stolen, with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans J. Wegner in 1949. Patinaed Danish oak frame has been gently restored, and the current velvet seat
Category

20th Century Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner Round Chair
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage “Papa Bear” chair designed by the famous Danish architect and furniture maker Hans
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce model AP-20 chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is
Category

Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
H 32 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Four Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner PP 203 Oak and Wenge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Weesp, NL
A rare and stunning set of PP 203 chairs designed by Hans Wegner in 1969 and produced in that very
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Wood

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairfor A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in San Diego, CA
designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. The chair is named for its large, welcoming form, which is reminiscent of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wool

Hans Wegner AP 20 "Baby Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Baby Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP 28 "Mama Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Mama Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952. This piece has been
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
known as the Teddy Bear Chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. The chair is named for its large
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner. Designer Biography
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen Papa Bear Style Pair of Chairs & Single Ottoman AP 19
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Mckinney, TX
chairs reminiscent of the timeless Hans J. Wegner Model AP 19, accompanied by a beautifully matched
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler The most comfortable and easy chair of all times
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly reupholstered in fabric "Mons" from Astrid Textiles. Very good condition. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
H 38.59 in W 36.23 in D 38.59 in
Hans Wegner, Round Chair JH501, oak and cane, made by Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Known as The Round Chair, or simply The Chair, Hans J Wegner created the design for Johannes Hansen
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Pair of Ebonized Oak Wishbone Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, ca. 1955
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Beautiful pair of vintage Hans J. Wegner CH24 "Wishbone" chairs in ebonized oak and woven
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Papabear Chair AP 19 & Ottoman AP 29 in Leather
By Anker Pedersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Hans J. Wegner for Anker Pedersen model AP19 Papa bear lounge chair and ottoman, 1953, Denmark
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950´s Patinated Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair with Original Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Knebel, DK
patina that bear bear witness of a long life. We have more Hans Wegner sawbuck chairs in storage so feel
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
“Papa bear chair”. Easy chair with legs of beech, “nails” of teak. Seat, sides and button fitted
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, pair of lounge chairs, model 'AP-16', fabric, oak, Denmark, 1951
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair + Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1951 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, the Papa Bear chair has become an icon of danish
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans J Wegner in 1951, Denmark. handcrafted using the best materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman, Model AP-29
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair ottoman, model AP-29. Perfect as a casual bench or stool. Made from
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP 27 Lounge & AP 29 Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An icon like it’s mate the Papa Bear chair. This AP 27 lounge is upholstered in a white textured
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Teak ''Papa Bear'' Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Montreal, QC
Teak ''Papa Bear'' chair and ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Bearing the tag
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern, Papa Bear Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, 1960s
By Svend Skipper, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
A wonderful Mid Century Modern "Papa Bear" wingback lounge chair, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Uccle, BE
craftsmanship, elegant design and efficient functionality. The Papa Bear chair was Wegner’s first project with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

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Hans Wegner Bear Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of hans wegner bear chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique hans wegner bear chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and hardwood. Find 322 antique and vintage hans wegner bear chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Hans wegner bear chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of hans wegner bear chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern hans wegner bear chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made hans wegner bear chairs over the years, but those made by Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Carl Hansen & Søn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Hans Wegner Bear Chairs?

Hans wegner bear chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $14,900, while the lowest priced sells for $1,209 and the highest can go for as much as $61,701.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

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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.