$13,120Sale Price|20% Off
Arflex L Shape Black Lacquered Sofa with Light Suede Orange Cushions
By Arflex
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Arflex black lacquered L shape design sofa with newly professionally reupholstered suede cushions from Italy.
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Archi L Shape Contemporary Sofa in Fabric
By Artefatto Design Studio, Secolo
Located in London, GB
A modular sofa designed as a response to a staple of Romanesque Architecture. Designed to subtly explore the contrast between the inside and outside of a sofa, the outer sides are sq...
Fabric
Donghia Attributed Italian Custom L-Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Modern Custom long L-shape 3-piece sectional sofa with low back, attributed to Donghia.
Upholstery
Donghia Attributed Italian Custom L-Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Modern Custom long L-shape 3-piece sectional sofa with low back, attributed to Donghia.
Upholstery
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H 29 in W 128.5 in D 108.5 in
1970s Italian Curved Leather Sectional Sofa, Cognac, Modular L-Shape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid-Century leather sectional from the 1970s consisting of three independent modules that connect to form an L-shaped configuration. Beautifully designed with a gentle curve,...
Leather
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H 32.29 in W 118.12 in D 36.23 in
Large Curved 'L' Shape Ico Parisi Style Sofa, Italy, circa 1950
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, GB
A rare large size Ico Parisi style sofa re upholstered in off white Alpaca. Italy, circa 1950.
Brass
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H 28.75 in W 129.14 in D 89.77 in
B&B Italia "Charles" Sofa - L-Shape 5-Seat - In Green Italian Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an iconic "Charles" 2-Section L-Shape 5-Seat Sofa (consisting of a CH228D, and a CH228LS section) from the "Maxalto" range of seating from the world reno...
Velvet
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H 76 in W 126 in L 76 in
Signed Minotti 20th Century Two Piece L-Shape Sectional Sofa Made in Italy
By Minotti
Located in West Hartford, CT
This magnificent large L-shaped designed Minotti sofa sectional in two pieces can easily be put together for a deep lounge space or apart for individual seating, circa 2000s. Retains...
Chrome
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H 29 in W 130 in D 115 in
Contemporary Modern Arketipo Large L Shape 3 Piece Sectional Sofa Italy 1990s
By Cory Grosser
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This spacious and stylish sectional sofa by Arketipo was crafted in Italy during the 1990s. It features a three-piece L-shaped design with generous proportions, plush cushions, and a...
Suede
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H 28.75 in W 129.14 in D 89.77 in
B&B Italia "Charles" Sofa - L-Shape 5-Seat - In Green Italian Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an iconic "Charles" 2-Section L-Shape 5-Seat Sofa (consisting of a CH228S, and a CH228LD section) from the "Maxalto" range of seating from the world reno...
Velvet
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H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Aldo Davico modular L-shape sofa for Art & Form Italia - Italy, c1970
By Art & Form Italia
Located in London, GB
This rare modular sofa by little-known Italian designer Aldo Davico combines a louche profile typical of the period with technical interest. Designed for Art & Form, it comprises f...
Fabric, Foam
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H 29 in W 115 in D 130 in
Contemporary Modern Arketipo Large L Shape 3 Piece Sectional Sofa, Italy, 1990s
By Arketipo
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a chic and comfortable sofa sectional, by Arketipo, made in Italy, circa the 1990s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 130" L x 115" W x 29" B.H. x ...
Suede
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H 29.5 in W 135 in D 110.5 in
Midcentury Italian Post Modern Curved Sectional Sofa in L-Shape by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An awesome vintage sofa with an Italian design aesthetic. This was made in the 1980's by Weiman and has 3 sections. Heavy finely made sofa. Fabric is original and is in great shape e...
Fabric
Cassina “250 MET” L-Shape Sectional Sofa in Navy Blue Velvet
By Cassina
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an iconic “250 MET” L-Shape Sectional Sofa (consisting of a 250 44R Section and a 250 55L section) with numerous scatter cushions from the world renown I...
Velvet
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H 27.5 in W 127.25 in L 27.5 in
B&B Italia L- Shape Charles Sofa in Dark Gray Tweed Designed by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant B&B Italia Charles sofa by Antonio Citterio. This sofa consists of two sections, one straight and one chaise to form a sectional. Sits on die-cast aluminum L-shaped feet. It ...
Aluminum
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H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 114.18 in
Minotti "Andersen Slim 103 Quilt" L-Shape Sofa by Dordoni in "Paco" Linen
By Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a superb, Minotti “Andersen Slim 103 Quilt” four-seat L-shape sofa, dressed in a peerless, top-grade “Paco” linen-cotton mix fabric in “Sabbia”, and with...
Linen
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H 25.99 in W 236.23 in D 39.38 in
Large Black Leather 'Kennedee' Modular Poltrona Frau L Shape Sofa / Settee
By Poltrona Frau
Located in London, GB
A black leather 'Kennedee' modular sofa for Poltrona Frau designed by Jean-Marie Massaud circa 2010, stamped to back - 'Poltrona Frau'. Comprising end section with armrest, together ...
Leather
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H 27.56 in W 84.65 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Modern Italian L-Shape Sectional Grey Cotton Velvet and Steel Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
Contemporary modern sectional Italian sofa. The set is composed of two independent sections in L-shape with different measurements (L 295 x D 90 x 40/70 (H) cm, L 215 x D 90 x 40/70 ...
Iron
Flexform "Victor" Sectional L-Shape Sofa in Navy Blue Velvet
By Flexform
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a fabulously-presented example of the most sensationally-proportioned "Victor" seating from the world renown Italian furniture house of Flexform, benefit...
Velvet
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H 60 in W 266 in D 130 in
B & B Italia "George" Compact L-Shape Sofa in Dark Grey Linen, Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Barrowford, GB
Hello Friends, and welcome to another unmissable offering from Lord Browns Furniture, the UK's premier resource for fine sofas and chairs. On offer on this occasion is a huge, ico...
Linen
$82,000 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 61.03 in
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, brown leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of four. Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landsc...
Leather
$1,650 / item
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 Los Angeles, 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
$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
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
$11,700 / set
H 26.58 in W 81.89 in D 87.41 in
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 'Losange' King Bed in Red Leather
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, double king bed model 'Losange', leather, Italy, 1972 A classic king bed designed by Luigi Massoni in 1972. This bed is upholstered in a beautifully...
Leather
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
$24,500 / set
H 28 in W 120 in D 37 in
De Sede, Mid-Century Modern, DS-600 Non Stop Sectional Sofa, Green Fabric
By De Sede
Located in Stamford, CT
De Sede, Mid-Century Modern, DS-600 Non Stop Sectional Sofa, Green Fabric Vintage 'Non-Stop' DS 600 sofa designed by Ueli Berger, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Klaus Vogt...
Fabric, Felt
$12,775Sale Price|51% Off
H 10.23 in W 41.85 in D 15.51 in
Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
LE MURA RIGHT MODULE 90, LE MURA LEFT MODULE 90 & LE MURA CENTRAL MODULE 90 CAT. Z - ZAREEN 03 CLASP AND ZIPPERS MATT BLACK NICHEL T148 WITH INTERLINER CAL117 The project Le Mu...
Leather
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 80 in D 24 in
Mid Century Brutalist Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Rare Brutalist Mid Century sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, made in Brazil, circa 1970's. The sofa features a frame constructed of rare hardwood, with original and extremely comfort...
Leather
$37,500
H 29.34 in W 177.17 in D 137.8 in
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte Castell Sectional Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Hans Hopfer, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte 'Castell' modular sofa, leather, Austria, design 1972 Stunning and sizable modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer for Wiener Werkstätte. This grand ...
Leather
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including the two ottomans). Original upholstery. 2 Ottomans: 36 squared x 16H 3 Corners: 34H ...
Velvet
$10,800
H 20.28 in W 76.78 in D 29.93 in
Guillerme & Chambron Daybed or Bench with Side Table in Oak and Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, daybed bench, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. This low bench or daybed shows the admirable, characteristic details of the French designer duo Guillerme and Chambr...
Fabric, Oak
$8,050Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 30 in W 34.5 in D 80 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Mid Century Modern Platform Sofa Coffee Table Set
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare mid century modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin platform / sectional sofa set with coffee / side tables. Original fabric. Dimensions: Side Tables 34.5" x 34.5" x 10" h, sof...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Gae Aulenti bed mod. ‘Tennis’ for Gavina, Italy 1972
By Gavina, Gae Aulenti
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Large king size bed by Gae Aulenti mod. ‘Tennis’ for Gavina, Italy 1972. Unique and iconic bed from the ‘Tennis‘ series referring to the round shapes and the typical stitching patter...
Leather, Wood
Strips Long Lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
By Arflex, Cini Boeri
Located in amstelveen, NL
Very rare strips lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s, It is reupholstered in a sand color recycled fabric. The upholstery can be zipped off so you can snuggle under a blanket. On...
Fabric
$18,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Burgundy, 1973, Set of 4
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather and foam, France, 1973, set of four. Togo, by Ligne Roset, is a historic armchair, designed in 1973 by Michel Du...
Leather, Foam
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.
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