Set of 6 Mid-century Hungarian dining chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 6 Mid-century Hungarian dining chairs Set of 6 armchairs, 2 with armrests, made out of
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Set of 6 Mid-century Hungarian dining chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 6 Mid-century Hungarian dining chairs Set of 6 armchairs, 2 with armrests, made out of
Fabric, Walnut
$338Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.83 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Unique Hungarian Artisanal Oak and Leather Chair
Located in Debrecen, HU
This exceptional, vintage chair is a masterpiece of Hungarian craftsmanship, once serving in the
Leather, Oak
$2,429
H 37.8 in W 25.99 in D 33.86 in
Tan Hide Leather Lounge Chair MCM Bauhaus Aluminium Mid Century Hungarian 1970s
By Rudolf Szedleczky
Located in London, GB
A strikingly attractive tan leather and aluminium Mid Century Hungarian armchair in lovely vintage
Aluminum
$1,932Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26.97 in W 21.26 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Handmade Metal Chairs, 1950s, from the Balaton Lake Region, Hungary
Located in Vienna, Austria
These unique metal chairs come from Balaton Lake Region in Hungary. Composed of found materials
Metal
Mid-century modern tubular steel chair by Jozsef Peresztegi
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century modern tubular steel chair by Jozsef Peresztegi, with new fabric.
Chrome
$201Sale Price / item|25% Off
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children version of the famous Rey chair. Referred to as "the most successful piece of
Beech
$2,750 / set
H 31 in W 19 in D 17.5 in
Set of Four 1970s Hungarian "Emil" Dining Chairs w/ Lime Green Upholstery, Teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
opportunity to own a piece of unique Hungarian Mid-Century design, hand-selected and imported directly from
Fabric, Teak
$2,500 / set
H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 24.02 in
Pair of Side Chairs by Judit Burian & Erika Szek Hungary, circa 1959
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of side chairs by Judit Burian & Erika Szek made in Hungary, circa 1959 Very much
Faux Fur, Ash, Plywood
$2,200 / set
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs by Judit Burian and Erika Szek, 1950s
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a Pair of Rare and extremely attractive Mid Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Chair By Judit Burian and Erika Szek 1950s
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Čelinac, BA
Chair by Judit Burian and Erica Szek Hungary 1950s
Fabric, Wood
$269 / item
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Jr, Children chair in Red, design Bruno Rey, 1971
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
Design in Zurich, the Rey chair is a Swiss design icon since 1971. This is the children's version of
Beech
$201Sale Price / item|25% Off
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Jr, Children Solid Wood Chair in Blue by Bruno Rey
By Dietiker, Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
Design in Zurich, the Rey chair is a Swiss design icon since 1971. This is the children's version of
Beech
Midncenury design lounge chair - Studio biege
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Midncenury design lounge chair - Studio biege
Chrome
$5,800Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 30 in D 29 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Club Chairs with Wooden Arms
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Hungarian Mid-Century style arm chairs with walnut veneer and chenille upholstery
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,082 / set
H 32.29 in W 25.99 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Bauhaus Club Chairs by ószef Peresztegi Stamped 1961
Located in Surrey, GB
A pair of Bauhaus club chairs by Hungarian designer József Peresztegi stamped 1961. Original
Chrome
Set of Three Painted Pine Plank-Seat Chairs
Located in Baltimore, MD
These attractive central European plank-seat Side chairs have three narrow slats to the back and
Pine
$3,900Sale Price|54% Off
H 32 in W 24 in D 28 in
Pair of Midcentury Armchairs with Solid Beechwood Arms and Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
These sleek and modern armchairs were made in Budapest, Hungary in the 1960s. They are examples of
Beech
$1,499 / set
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Maple, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971
Aluminum
$1,499 / set
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Green, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Dietiker, Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971
Aluminum
$1,499 / set
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Pink, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Dietiker, Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971
Aluminum
$1,124Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 23 in W 13.5 in D 15.7 in
Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Blue, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children furniture collection based on the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971
Aluminum
$2,550 / set
H 30.7 in W 21.7 in D 21.7 in
Felber C14 Beech wood Chairs by Dietiker, Exchangeable Back and Seat, Set of 4
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Felber C14 chair is a Classic and timeless piece of Swiss design. It is a reedition of the
Beech
$1,275 / set
H 30.7 in W 21.7 in D 21.7 in
Felber C14 Beech Wood Chairs by Dietiker, Exchangeable Back and Seat, Set of 2
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Felber C14 chair is a Classic and timeless piece of Swiss design. It is a reedition of the
Beech
Mid Century Hungarian Cinema Seats, circa 1950s / 4 St
By Szek Es Faarugyar
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury Hungarian cinema seats, circa 1950s / 4 st - Vinyl upholstery - Flip down seats
Upholstery, Beech
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 25.6 in D 20.87 in
Set of Mid-Century “IDEA” Chairs by Molnár J. Iván, Hungary, 1970s
Located in Budapest, HU
Designed by Molnár J. Iván as part of the iconic IDEA dining set, these mid-century chairs are a
Steel, Chrome
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 24.81 in D 20.48 in
Vintage Rudolf Szedleczky Lounge Chair, circa 1970 Hungary, Aluminium
By Rudolf Szedleczky
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage Rudolf Szedleczky lounge chair, circa 1970 Hungary, Aluminium Armchair by Szedleczky
Aluminum
Vintage Balloon Suede Easy Chair, 1960s, Hungary
By Hans Olsen
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Rare vintage 1960s "Balloon" chair was designed in Hungary. It features a black metal frame with a
Steel
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Judit Burián Hungarian Artist Designed the “Erika” Called Chair in 1959
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Judit Burián Hungarian artist designed the “Erika” called chair in 1959. She was inspired by the
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Judit Burián Hungarian Artist Designed the “Erika” Called Chair in 1959
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Judit Burián Hungarian artist designed the “Erika” called chair in 1959. She was inspired by the
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 11.03 in
Judit Burián Hungarian Artist Designed the “Erika” Called Chair in 1959
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Judit Burián Hungarian artist designed the “Erika” called chair in 1959. She was inspired by the
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 23.63 in
Midcentury Hungarian Chairs, Side Chairs by Judit Burian and Erika Szek, 1950s
By Judit Burian & Erika Szek
Located in Schagen, NL
These stunning Hungarian chairs were designed by Judit Burian and Erika Szek in the 1950s. The
Fabric, Wood
Mid 20th Century Conference Chair
Located in Lučenec, SK
This chairs were used for conferences, the interepreter equipment is contained in the back of the
Upholstery, Oak
Midcentury Hungarian Cinema Seats, circa 1950s, Set of 2
By Szek Es Faarugyar
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury Hungarian cinema seats, circa 1950s, set of 2 - Vinyl upholstery - Flip down seats
Upholstery, Beech
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 24.02 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Hungarian Chair with Red Faux Leather, circa 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury Hungarian chair with red faux leather, circa 1960s.
Faux Leather
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in
Set of 6 Hungarian Art Deco Upholstered Dining Room Chairs on Dark Walnut Legs
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Comfortable dining chairs on dark lacquered walnut legs with newly upholstery. Hungary, from
Textile, Walnut, Lacquer
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in
Set of Two Antique Parcel-Gilt Mahogany Side Chairs, First Half of 19th Century
By Momiq Design
Located in Haarlem, Noord Holland
chairs are Italian parcel-gilt mahogany side chairs from the first half of the 19th century. The front of
Mahogany
Pair of Erika Chairs by Judit Burian
By Judit Burian 1
Located in Brussels, BE
be easily matched with Mid-Century design or even in brand new interior design.
Midcentury Red Leatherette Swivel Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
It is a swivel chair from the 1950s. It is ideal for a desk and is in working condition. It is
Metal
Children's Chairs, 1960s, Set of Three
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Children's chairs, 1960s, set of three Chairs come from a Hungarian primary school. Made in the
Steel
Set of 5 Midcentury Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Set of 5 midcentury dining chairs, 1970s Set of 5 stylish midcentury chairs Upholstered in the
Upholstery, Wood
Painted Pine Retro Chairs, Pair, circa 1950s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
White and brown retro chairs, with painted pine and wood fiber stool. Original. Measures: Length
Wood
Cocktail Chairs
Located in Brussels, BE
Original 1950s shell back cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, fully spring seat with a
Beech, Faux Leather
Iron Industrial Chair, 1960
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Industrial chair. Original condition. Material: iron and wood and leather.
Metal
Midcentury Swivel Lounge Chair, 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury swivel lounge chair 1960s Freshly upholstered in high-quality pink fabric.
Metal
Peter Ghyczy spririt white lacquered "Egg" Lounge Chair
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Brussels , BE
Beautiful white lacquered "Egg" lounge chair by the style of the hungarian designer Peter Ghyczy
Fabric, Fiberglass
Vintage Rocking Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage rocking chair in great condition. Size: 55 x 100 x 68.
Leather
Vintage Garden Egg Chair by Peter Ghyczy
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Lábatlan, HU
The garden egg chair was designed by Hungarian designer Peter Ghyczy in 1968. The chair was
Fabric, Polyester, Upholstery
Swivel Club Chair with Metal, Czechoslovakia, circa 1960
Located in Lábatlan, HU
The chair is in a very good condition. Black leatherette and metal legs.
Metal
Midcentury Rocking Chair, Bright Blue Colour Fabric
Located in Budapest, HU
Midcentury rocking chair, bright blue color fabric, 1960s, Hungary.
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Leatherette Chairca, 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage leatherette chair found in Budapest. Ships from Europe Measures: Length (Depth) 13.78 in
Wood
Midcentury Stool Ottoman, 1950s, Pair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Stools from the turn of the 1950s and 1960s. Original red and black leatherette. Available 4 stool. Star shape.
Upholstery
Midcentury Stool or Ottoman, 1950s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Stool from the turn of the 1950s and 1960s. Original red and black leatherette. Available 5 st .
Upholstery
Upholstered Office Chairs / Set of 4, circa 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Upholstered office chairs / set of 4, circa 1960s there are the upholstered chairs of a ceased
Wood
Midcentury Stool or Ottoman, 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Stool from the turn of the 1950s and 1960s. Beautiful mallow velvet upholstery. Available 10 st. We can also in another color of fabric and wood.
Velvet
Vintage Bent Steel Cane Wicker Rocking
Located in Lábatlan, HU
In good condition, Size: Width 61.0 cm Height 85.0 cm Depth 110.0 cm.
Steel
Unavailable
H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in
Mid Century 1950s-1960s Original Red Cocktail Chair Armchair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Original midcentury cocktail chair. The chair is in very good original condition, the original
Beech
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 13 in D 34.26 in
Hungarian Lingel Style Drop-Leaf Dining Table with Chairs, circa 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Modern compact design with two unique folding chairs and a drop-leaf dining table Walnut Table
Walnut
1950s Cocktail Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Fabric, Beech
Retro Club Cocktail or Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Retro club chair, circa 1960s. This club chair was manufactured in Budapest, Hungary. Very
Bentwood
Retro Club Cocktail or Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Retro club chair, circa 1960s. This club chair was manufactured in Budapest, Hungary. Very
Bentwood
Sheepskin Cocktail Club Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Sheepskin cocktail club chair. New chair, black sheepskin and beech legs. This has been
Sheepskin
Sheepskin Cocktail Club Chair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Sheepskin cocktail club chair. New chair, black sheepskin and beech legs. This has been
Sheepskin
1950s Cocktail Chairs, Pair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chairs, pair. 1950s cocktail chairs. Very well constructed, extremely comfortable
Velvet, Beech
Set- Of Four Midcentury Chairs 1960s
Located in Lučenec, SK
These chairs were used in the Nador café in Budapest during the 1960s and 1970s. Chairs were made
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Beech
Midcentury Hair Dryer Chairs, 1960s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage hair dryer chairs, 1960s It is in very good condition and works as it should. 3 items in
Metal
Vintage Leather Butterfly Chairs, Pair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage elephant leather "Butterfly Chairs”. Original leather sling with nice brown patina, circa
Metal
Cocktail Chair with a Green Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s shell back cocktail chair recovered with a green fabric. Very well constructed, extremely
Beech, Velvet
Cocktail Chair with a White Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s shell back cocktail chair recovered with a white fabric. Very well constructed, extremely
Beech, Fabric
Cocktail Chair with a Claret Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s shell back cocktail chair recovered with a claret fabric. Very well constructed, extremely
Beech, Fabric
1950s Cocktail Chairs Yellow Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chairs. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Upholstery, Velvet
1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
1950s Cocktail Chair Blue Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
1950s Cocktail Chair Yellow Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
1950s Cocktail Chair Red Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Upholstery, Beech, Fabric
1950s Cocktail Chair Blue Velvet
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Beech, Upholstery, Velvet
1950s Cocktail Chair Pink Faux Fur
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, solid beech inner frame and solid beech legs
Faux Fur
1950s Cocktail Chair with Marilyn Monroe Photo
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s cocktail chair with Marilyn Monroe photo. 1950s cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair
Upholstery, Beech
Unavailable
H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 23.63 in
Midcentury 1950s-1960s Original Red Cocktail Chair Armchair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Midcentury 1950s-1960s original red cocktail chair armchair. These cultic small chair of the 1960s
Beech
Restored Yellow Club Sofa, and chairs 1950s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Restored yellow club sofa and chairs , 1950s. 1950s cocktail sofa. Very well constructed sofa
Velvet
1950 s Cocktail Chair with Knitted Fabric
Located in Lábatlan, HU
1950s shell back cocktail chair recovered with a white knitted fabric. Very well constructed
Beech, Fabric
Art Deco Table Lamp with Mother of Pearls Top and Funkis Style Frame
Located in Odense, DK
Art Deco table lamp with mother of pearls top and funkis style framel. Made in 1940s.
Steel
$75,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 40.25 in W 72 in D 55.5 in
19th Century Louis XIV Style Marquetry Baby Grand Piano by Collard & Collard
By Collard & Collard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Anglo-French 19th century rosewood, palisander, amboyna and satinwood marquetry (inlaid) art-case baby grand piano, the works by "Collard & Collard". The intricately deco...
Bronze
Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Rattan Armchair Mod.P3, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Chaise longue/armchair made entirely of rattan mod. P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s. The structure is composed of a single component that "bends" to form the inclined backres...
Rattan
$434Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 18.12 in
Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Poul H. Poulsen for Gangso Mobler 1970s
By Poul Hermann Poulsen , Gangsø Møbler
Located in Debrecen, HU
This stunning dining chair is not merely a piece of furniture; it is a captivating embodiment of the golden age of Danish design. The chair was designed by Poul Hermann Poulsen (1947...
Fabric, Wood, Oak
$7,246
H 25.6 in Dm 47.25 in
Murano Sputnik MultiColor Art Glass and Brass Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic multi-colored sputnik, smoked brown yellow ochre blue, with a surprising design and its reduced height, which allows it to adapt to both high and low ceilings. Very elega...
Brass
$1,564 / set
H 3.15 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
1950s Black Bed Reading / Wall Lights Sconces 'Model 8260' By Falkenberg Sweden.
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair tubular reading lamps / wall lights 'model 8260' in hammered black combined with brass made by Falkenberg Belysning Sweden. These lamps can be hardwired but also used ...
Metal, Brass
$7,920Sale Price|24% Off
H 30 in W 172 in D 36 in
Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Five Piece Sectional
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern five piece sectional designed by Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. There are four seating sections plus additional section with white laminate top side ta...
Fabric, Laminate
$4,227
H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 23.23 in
Midcentury Modern "Teve" Chair in Sheepskin/Shearling Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1955
By Ljungs Industrier Sweden, Alf Svensson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The "TeVe-chair" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier made in Sweden 1955. The chair given that typical Scandinavian minimalistic design and are very comfortable. This one with all ...
Sheepskin, Beech
Kontiki Chair from Arne Norell Ab
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Rīga, LV
Very comfortable armchair Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in camel color leather. Wood parts were refinished (cleaned and re-lacquered), leather belts were steamed and tighten, leath...
Leather, Wood
1940s Style Custom Made Karu Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the early 1950s. The inviting curv...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$14,750 / set
H 28 in W 41 in D 41 in
Craft Lounge Chairs, Lafer Lounge Chairs, Brown Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Craft Associates, Percival Lafer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chairs, lafer lounge chairs, brown leather and walnut, Modern Designer: Percival Lafer Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern S...
Leather, Walnut
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
By Cassina
Located in London, GB
An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaque by Marianne Starck Denmark
By Marianne Starck
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Amazing wall plaque ‘Birds’ in reliëf by Marianne Starck. Beautiful art of work and in very good condition.
Ceramic
$55,535
H 30 in W 25 in D 17 in
Josef Hoffmann. Armchair Designed for the 5th Viennese Secession Exhibition 1899
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in London, GB
Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) designed for the 5th Viennese Secession exhibition in 1899. An exceptional oak corner armchair. The last image is of an identical armchair designed by Hof...
Oak
$5,090 / item
H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Tavolario Wrought Iron White Round Coffee Table by Dante Negro
By Dante Negro
Located in Milan, IT
Feminine and luminous, this round coffee table in galvanized metal makes for a sublime addition to refined terraces or patios. Ring-like joints accent the encounter between the strea...
Iron
Pair of Catalan Modernist Wooden Chairs, circa 1920
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Catalan Modernist Wooden Chairs – Designed for the Palace of Justice, Barcelona, Circa 1920 Step into the world of Catalan modernism with this exceptional pair of wooden cha...
Wood
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.
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