$2,528 / set
Pair of armchairs model "306" by Jens Hjorth
By Jens Hjorth, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Brescia, IT
Coppia di poltroncine danesi modello "306", disegnate da Jens Hjorth e prodotte da Randers Stolefabrik intorno al 1953–54.
Fabric, Oak
Six Restored Jens Hjorth Beech and Teak Mid-century Danish Dining Chairs
By Jens Hjorth
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by Jens Hjorth and manufactured by Randers Stolefabrik, Model 308, Denmark, circa 1954.
Beech
$2,408 / set
Winnie Chairs by Ikea, 1950s
By IKEA, Jens Hjorth
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Armchair, "Winnie", Ikea, second half of the 20th century, Jens Hjorth style.
Beech
Sold
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Jens Hjorth Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Wood Chairs Armchairs, 1950s
By Jens Hjorth, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Scandinavian chairs armchairs designed by Danish Jens Hjorth for Randers Møbelfabrik, curved teak wood, very good vintage condition with wonderful patina, circa 1950s Ple...
Teak
Sold
H 28 in W 26 in D 24 in
Black Lacquer Olive Leather Lounge Chair by Jens Hjorth for Randers Stolefabrik
By Jens Hjorth
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black Lacquer Olive Green Leather Lounge Chair by Jens Hjorth for Randers Stolefabrik. Sprayed in Black Lacquer with Olive Green leather Cushion.
Leather, Teak, Lacquer
Sold
H 28 in W 26.25 in D 27 in
Stokke Rosewood & Suede Lounge Chair by Jens H. Quistgaard for Nissen Langaa
By Jens Hjorth
Located in San Diego, CA
A striking example of Danish modernism, this Stokke lounge chair by Jens H. Quistgaard for Nissen Langå captures the designer’s signature balance of craftsmanship, innovation, and o...
Steel
Jens Hjorth Lounge Chairs for Randers Stolefabrik
By Jens Hjorth, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Jens Hjorth. Manufacturer: Randers Stolefabrik .
Beech, Teak
Sold
H 17.33 in W 53.15 in D 36.62 in
Jens Lyngsøe Pine Coffee Table, Havdrup Trævarefabrik for Anton Dam, Denmark
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Jens Lyngsøe coffee table, Denmark. Made of solid reclaimed pine from demolition timber from 18th century buildings in Copenhagen. Manufactured and marked with a label by Havdrup Træ...
Pine
$11,008 / set
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
1960s Very Rare Erik Kierkegaard Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Erik Kierkegaard
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very rare model originally designed for the boat named Lalandia in Denmark - Made of solid teak - Newly upholstered - The wooden parts have been refurbished - Some of them are s...
Fabric, Teak, Upholstery, Wood
$4,844 / set
H 30.12 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Set of 8 Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Harry Østergaard, 1960s
By Harry Østergaard
Located in Rødding, DK
Danish set of eight dining chairs in teak, designed by Harry Østergaard, 1960s. Each chair pairs a crescent-shaped teak backrest with a black upholstered seat. The backrest is curve...
Upholstery, Teak
Niels Otto Moller Model 77 & 56 Teak Dining Chairs Set Of 10
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in New York, NY
Amazing set of 10 1960's Teak and Italian leather dining chairs by Niels Otto Moller, 8 side chairs model 77 and 2 armchairs model 56, fully restored and newly re-upholstered in Ital...
Leather, Teak
Set of 6 Niels Møller Model 77 Dining Chairs, 1959
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 77 dining chairs, 1959 A set of 6 solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark in 1959. Produced c1960s. The se...
Papercord, Rosewood
Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Single dining chair, model Peter, designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Denmark in the 1970s. A sleek and timeless chair with beautiful details and very good seating comfort. Sol...
Pine
$7,200 / set
H 29.291 in W 19.5 in D 19.25 in
Restored Set of Six Mid-Century Teak Dining Chairs, Attributed to Kurt Østervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Oakland, CA
A refined set of six Danish dining chairs attributed to designer Kurt Østervig, crafted in solid teak with sculpted backrests and contoured wooden seats highlight the clean lines and...
Teak
$2,281 / set
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs, design by Erik Buck, model 310.
By Erik Buch
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs. Design by Erik Buck, model 310. Reupholstered by craftsman in quality black furniture leather, renewed teak wood. Manufactured by Danish fu...
Leather, Teak
$3,295 / set
H 29.5 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Dining Chairs by Schionning & Elgaard x 6
By Schionning & Elgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with this set of six Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Dining Chairs by Schionning & Elgaard, now available at Mid Century Traders. These stunni...
Teak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner CH30 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
New leather (natural) seats. Listed price is for the pair. Produced in Denmark.
Teak
$7,854
H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
Iconic Scandinavian Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1956
By V. Schou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
An absolutely stunning set of six Danish vintage Teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. Handcrafted by cabinetmaker Villy Schou Andersen in Denmark, original edition of 6 dining cha...
Wool, Teak
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made from solid teak, featuring tapered legs, curved ar...
Hardwood, Teak
Set of 8 Hans Wegner Model W1 Oak Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, C.M. Madsen
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model W1 Dining Chairs A set of 8 Model W1 dining chairs designed by Danish master Hans Wegner in the early 1950s. This design was produced by cabinetmakers C. M. Mad...
Leather, Oak
$5,010 / set
H 30.71 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in
Set of 2 Niels O. Møller Model 65 Armchairs, MCM, Denmark 1968
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in München, BY
Dimensions: approx. 58 × 56 × 76 × 44 cm (22.8" × 22.0" × 29.9" × 17.3") Width × Depth × Height × Seat Height Front armrest height: approx. 26.0" Rare original armchairs designed in...
Birch, Teak, Wool
$4,800 / set
H 31.75 in W 24 in D 21 in
Set of 8 Vintage Jens Risom Teak & Leather Danish Mid Century Mod Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 8 vintage Jens Risom dining chairs. This beautiful set of Danish dining chairs are constructed with a lovely teak wood, the lovely grain and coloration perfectly compliment ...
Wood, Teak, Leather
$9,496 / set
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Set of Six Danish Vintage Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, V. Schou Andersen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning set of six Danish vintage model 42 dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. They were made by cabinetmaker Villy Schou Andersen in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s....
Faux Leather, Wood
6 Original Kai Kristiansen Teak Dinning Chairs from 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant set of 6 'model 31' dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen, Denmark 1956. These typical Danish Modern dining chairs have solid teak fram...
Teak
Austrian Bentwood Queen Sized Bed by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by J & J Kohn, this mahogany stained bentwood bed features curved head and footboards swelling with decorative scroll form tendrils. J & J Kohn, No. 876, 1900 Catalog. He...
Bentwood
Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather
By George Nelson
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and beautiful ''Pretzel'' ArmChair, laminated wood and dark brown leather seat. Manufactured in the 1984/1986 in Italy by ICF De Padova. Price is for one chair. Pair available.
Leather, Plywood
Modernist Bronze Drinks Table, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
Modernist Drinks Table with a thick beveled and polished lens cut glass top floating on a graceful tripod base frame with a small brass handle detail. Frame is quite heavy for its si...
Brass
$4,879 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric wall lights designed and produced by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8” H x 4” W x 5.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.9” ...
Brass
Custom Made Dining Banquette Bench Upholstered or Slip Covered COM
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made to order the Bloom Banquette can be done in any of our linens, performance fabrics, or COM. Can be made to any length, depth, and height. Leg finishes are also available ...
Linen, Foam, Wood
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$4,800
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 29 in
Danish Midcentury 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests carved from solid beech wood and made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk in the 1940s. Beautiful ref...
Wool, Beech
Set of Six Designer Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Six Dining Chairs, two arm and four side chairs. Commercial grade. Arm chairs are 23.5" wide and 22.5" deep.
Fabric, Wood
$696 / item
H 7.4 in W 1.8 in D 7.7 in
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...
Metal
$13,186 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
Vilhelm Lauritzen 'VL 38' White Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vilhelm Lauritzen 'VL 38' White Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen The 'VL38' floor lamp was originally designed in the 1930s by Vilhelm Lauritzen in partnership with Louis Poulsen for t...
Brass, Steel, Aluminum
$449Sale Price / item|22% Off
H 32.68 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Dining Stackable Chairs Model Portex
By Fritz Hansen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Vienna, AT
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Dining chairs/stackable chairs, model Portex. Designed in 1945. Produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. They come in a fully renewed finitio...
Beech
$7,797
H 55.12 in W 46.46 in D 16.93 in
Brutalist Style Italian Dry Bar made of Oak Wood, Hand-carved Drinks Cabinet
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian hand-carved oak wood bar cabinet with four folding doors and central interior shelf. Discover the essence of Italian style with our stunning contemporary oak wood bar cabin...
Wood
Broadway
By Jean Dominique van Caulaert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Broadway (?), 1952, oil on Masonite, signed and dated lower left, 15 x 18 inches, inscription verso may say "Broadway", presented in its original frame Jean Dominique van Caulaert w...
Canvas, Oil
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, cherry, mahogany, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in cherry. The upper part of this piece is made ...
Brass
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.