Skip to main content

Henning Kjaernulf Armchair

1
143
to
5
122
19
143
143
143
83
38
2
1
1
142
2
107
28
2
12
46
27
139
115
68
60
33
142
138
136
3
1
101
17
6
5
3
Sort By
Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Reupholstered in Longhaired Icelandic Sheepskin, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
icelandic sheepskin. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik. Made in the style of the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair in Oak & Velvet, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
A fine and elegant armchair in solid oak upholstered in a decadent red velvet. Designed by Henning
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Velvet

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall impression of
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with bouclé. Refreshing design
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 38.59 in W 26.38 in D 22.84 in
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and upholstered with patinated tan leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 25.6 in
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with boucle fabric
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall impression of
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Sheepskin by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

1960s Henning Kjærnulf Razorblade Armchair in Solid Oak for EG Møbler, Denmark
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - newly upholstered - high of eat 44 cm
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Upholstered Kurul Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Henning Kjaernulf, this so-called “kurulstol” or kurul chair, is an iconic model by
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Henning Kjærnulf Kurul chair in solid oak. EG Kvalitetsmøbel Denmark 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Ystad, SE
. Design Henning Kjærnulf Produced by EG Kvalitetsmøbel Denmark 1960s Vintage condition, wear consistent
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1960s, Danish Design by Henning Kjærnulf, Chair Model "Kurul", Sheepskin, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Henning Kjærnulf, chair model "Kurul". Reupholstered in quality charocal
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Pair of Model 225 Armchairs in Teak by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henning Kjaernulf Manufacturer: Bruno Hansen Era: 1958 Materials: Teak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Upholstered Kurul Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s
By Kvaliteetsmøbel, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Henning Kjaernulf, this so-called “kurulstol” or kurul chair, is an iconic model by
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

2 Different Brutalist Oak Razorback Arm Chairs Attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist razorback throne-like oak armchair designed by prolific Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

1960s, Danish design by Henning Kjærnulf, chair model "Kurul", sheepskin, oak.
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s Danish design by Henning Kjærnulf for Eg Kvalitetsmøbler. Lounge chair model "Kurul
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 6 Armchars in Oak & Lambswool, Mid Century Modern 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
lambswool. Designed by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark in the 1960s. The overall
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Portland, OR
A striking profile in solid Danish white oak, this is a less common version of Henry (Henning
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razor Mid-Century Danish Armchair
Located in London, GB
A stylish and comfy armchair by Henning Kjaernulf. Denmark, circa 1960s. Stained oak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Oak pair of razorback Armchairs, 1970's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
A pair of razorback lounge chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. This is his iconic design
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

60s, Highback Armchair, Danish Design, Henning Kjærnulf Style, Original
Located in Tarm, 82
Original Danish design in Henning Kjærnulf style, from about 1960s, highback armchair, oak wood
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Pair of Henning Kjaernulf Highback Dining Armchairs in Oak
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henry Kjaernulf Manufacturer: Nyrup Møbelfabrik Era: 1960s Materials: Oak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Two Armchairs in Oak & Longhaired Icelandic Sheepskin, Henning Kjærnulf, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
in longhaired icelandic sheepskin. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik. Made
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
and eye-catching silhouette. Overall, these armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf are beautiful and
Category

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

Materials

Wool, Oak

Danish Modern Sofa in White Oak, Attributed to Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Capture the spirit of the 1970's with this fabulous sofa attributed to Henning Kjærnulf. Crafted
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Lounge Chair in Oak & Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade", Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
and eye-catching silhouette. Overall, this armchair by Henning Kjærnulf is a beautiful and functional
Category

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

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Razorblade Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
dramatic and eye-catching silhouette. Overall, these armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf are beautiful and
Category

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

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Danish Modern 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A rare lounge chair in solid oak, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Lambskin, Sheepskin

Oak "Kurul" Chair by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
This so-called “kurulstol” or kurul chair, is an iconic model by Danish designer, Henning Kjærnulf
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" A Pair of Armchairs in Oak, Danish Modern 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A rare pair of lounge chairs in solid oak, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup
Category

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

Materials

Wool, Oak

1960s, Danish Design, Armchair, Oak Wood, Furniture Wool
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Oak wood and furniture wool high back armchair in Henning Kjærnulf style
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Armchair in Oak & Fabric, Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinetmaker, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A fabulous armchair in solid oak and fabric. Crafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker, with a
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1960s Arm Chair in Oak & Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage armchair in solid patinated Scandinavian oak tree and vintage wool upholstery. This model
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 2 Story Book Dutch Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Rush Lounge Chairs, circa 1935
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
designers such as Henning Kjærnulf, Axel Einar Hjorth, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Touret and Charles Dudouyt
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

2 Dutch Story Book Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Rush Lounge Chairs, circa 1935
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
designers such as Henning Kjærnulf, Axel Einar Hjorth, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Touret and Charles Dudouyt
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Story Book Brutalist Wabi Sabi Oak Fire place Lounge / Arm Chairs
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
2x Two robust and heavy dark oak chairs. Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Henning
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Danish Armchairs Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, Sweden
Pair of Danish armchairs in oak frame with original upholstery designed by Henning Kjaernulf
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Fabric, Wood, Oak

Unique Chair in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Ottawa, ON
Henning Kjaernulf oak armchair manufactured by EG Mobler, Denmark.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Unique Chair in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf
Unique Chair in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf
H 30.5 in W 28.5 in D 25 in
Henning Kjærnulf Armchair Teak and Oak, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf armchair with seat of teak. Frame of oak and teak with visible joins in the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
By Henning Kjærnulf, Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf armchair, new upholstered with Dunes aniline leather from Arne Sørensen. Frame
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
By Henning Kjærnulf, Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Kjærnulf armchair, new upholstered with Dunes aniline leather from Arne Sørensen. Frame
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Rosewood
H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in
Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with tan aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 38.59 in W 26.38 in D 22.84 in
Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 38.59 in W 26.38 in D 22.84 in
Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 38.59 in W 26.38 in D 22.84 in
Henning Kjaernulf Razor Blade Oak Midcentury Armchair
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A stylish and comfy armchair by Henning Kjaernulf. Oak frame. re-covered in a thick quality
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black pure aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 25.99 in
Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of lounge chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 25.99 in
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black pure aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in L 29.53 in
Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of lounge chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with black aniline
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in L 29.53 in
Henning Kjaernulf “Razorblade” Armchair, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
This so-called “Razorblade” armchair, designed by Henning Kjaernulf, combines a strong angular
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Henning Kjaernulf "Razor Blade" Armchairs in Oak and Sheepskin Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great and rare pair of "Razorblade" armchairs designed by Henning Kjaernulf / Henning Kjærnulf in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Pair of Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Oak 'Razorblade' Sheepskin Armchair
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A stylish and comfy pair of armchairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Denmark, c1960s. Blonde oak, re
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Modern, Armchair in Oak, Upholstered in Cowhide, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning armchair made in oak, reupholstered seat cushion in cowhide. Designed by Henning (Henry
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Cowhide

Pair of Henning Kjaernulf "Razor Blade" Armchairs in Oak and Sheepskin, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of "Razor Blades" armchairs designed by Henning Kjaernulf / Henning Kjærnulf in solid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Vintage Oak Arm Chair by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Henning Kjærnulf Oak Chair newly upholstered in Schumacher Teddy Boucle. Known for his
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair of Henning Kjaernulf "Razor Blade" Armchairs in Oak and Sheepskin, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of "Razor Blades" armchairs designed by Henning Kjaernulf / Henning Kjærnulf in solid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Danish Modern Oak Razorblade Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak Razor blade Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, 1960s. Vintage Danish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Danish Modern Oak Razorblade Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Oak Razor blade Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, 1960s. Vintage Danish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Henning Kjaernulf Armchair", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Henning Kjaernulf Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal henning kjaernulf armchair for your home. Frequently made of wood, oak and animal skin, every henning kjaernulf armchair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a henning kjaernulf armchair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each henning kjaernulf armchair bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one henning kjaernulf armchair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen and EG Kvaliteet produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Henning Kjaernulf Armchair?

The average selling price for a henning kjaernulf armchair at 1stDibs is $3,300, while they’re typically $700 on the low end and $9,054 for the highest priced.

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.

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.