$14,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Triangular Low Profile Chairs / Bench in Walnut by Brown Saltman, USA, C. 1950s
By Brown Saltman, John Keal, John Kapel
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs designed by the legendary John Keal for Brown Saltman.
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Modern Neoclassical Loungers by Lubberts and Mulder for Tomlinson, circa 1958
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described: completely installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available. A magnificent resto...
Fabric, Cherry
Lady in Chair, Contemporary Screenprint by John Grillo
By John Grillo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: John Grillo, American (1917 - 2014) Title: Lady in Chair Year: circa 1978 Medium: Silkscreen, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 200, AP 30 Image Size: 33 x 23.5 inches S...
Screen
John Salterini Childs Chair, Wrought Iron and Wicker
By John Salterini
Located in Kansas City, MO
John Salterini wrought iron and wicker childs chair in excellent condition. This is the best childs chair we have ever seen.
Wrought Iron
Lady in Chair, Pop Art Print by John Grillo
By John Grillo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: John Grillo, American (1917 - 2014) Title: Lady in Chair Year: circa 1978 Medium: Silkscreen, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 200, AP 30 Image Size: 33 x 23.5 inches S...
Screen
John Hutton for Donghia "Noble" Leather Lounge Chair
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Astoria, NY
John Hutton for Donghia "Noble" Mint Green Leather Arm Chair, on four wood feet, label to underside. 31.5" H x 31" W x 30.5" D; seat: 17.5" H. Provenance: From a Fort Lauderdale,...
Leather, Wood
Danish Solid Teak Extension Dining Table by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern Finn Juhl for France and Daverkosen extension table model 540, ca. mid-1950s (early example pre-dating the France & Son version). Composed entirely of sold teak (no...
Teak
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Montego by John Salterini Wrought Iron Table and Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Augusta, GA
This vintage Montego by John Salterini wrought iron dining set is a rare find. It is in good condition with original cushions. It’s a perfect balance of beauty and utility, ideal for...
Wrought Iron
John Dickinson Unique Director's Chair from the Firehouse, San Francisco 1975c.
By John Dickinson
Located in Chicago, IL
John Dickinson Unique Director's Chair from the Firehouse, San Francisco 1975c. This distinctive Director's Chair by John Dickinson showcases the artist's unique approach to design....
Steel
Set of Four McGuire Rattan Oval Cane Back Dining Armchairs, Organic Modern Style
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A gorgeous set of four genuine McGuire rattan oval cane back dining chairs, designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire. The set of armchairs feature McGuire’s signature rawhid...
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Set of Four McGuire Rattan Oval Cane Back Dining Armchairs
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Set of four McGuire rattan oval cane back dining chairs, designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire. The organic modern armchairs have their original tobacco brown finish. Fea...
Leather, Cane, Rattan
Vintage Adrian Pearsall / Percival Lafer Style Chair by John Tabraham
By John Tabraham, Kallenbach
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modern South African Chair by John Tabraham for Kallenbach Note the Joinery. detail Photos. Overall the chair needs attention as the joints are loose at this time. Glue will...
Wood
John Vedel Rieper 4 Oak Chairs with Leather Seat , Denmark, 1962
By John Vedel-Rieper
Located in Paris, IDF
John Vedel-Rieper for Erhard Rasmussen, set of 4 dining chairs, oak, leather, made in Denmark around 1957. good condition, wear due to age. Danish designer John Vedel-Rieper created...
Leather, Oak
19th Century Aesthetic Victorian Parlor Set Settee & 4 Chairs By John Moyr Smith
By John Moyr Smith
Located in Long Branch, NJ
This parlor set was designed by John Moyr Smith in the 19th century UK. The panels are made by Minton designed by John Moyr Smith. The panels are excellently made and the chairs are ...
Porcelain, Oak
John Van Koert Drexel Profile Desk Vanity with Original Chair c 1950's
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
Classic American Mid Century Modern writing desk / vanity designed by John Van Koert for Drexel as part of the sought after Profile series, circa later 1950's. The desk features one ...
Metal
Mid Century Dining table and Chairs by John Herbert for A Younger
By Herbert John Day
Located in Seaford, GB
Mid Century Vintage mid century teak dining Table by John Herbert for A Younger Ltd – Circa 1960s Sussex Elevate your dining space with this rare Mid Century Vintage Fonseca Table ...
Teak
John Stuart Mid Century Danish Modern Plaid Pattern Upholstery Teak Lounge Chair
By George Tanier, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart mid century danish modern plaid pattern upholstery teak lounge chair.
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Finn Juhl "Spade" Danish Teak Chairs by John Stuart Inc.
By Finn Juhl, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Finn Juhl "Spade" Danish Teak Armchairs by John Stuart Inc. Cicra 1960s. Mid-Century Modern Period. Designed by Finn Juhl and made by John Stuart Inc. The "Spade" armchair (n...
Teak
Peter Hvidt Mid-Century Teak Dining Table & Six Chairs for John Stuart Furniture
By John Stuart Inc., Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Peter Hvidt Mid-Century Teak Dining Table & Six Chairs for John Stuart Furniture. Excellent Vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Table is expandable but missing leaf. Also...
Upholstery, Teak
$1,700 / set
Pair Of John Roselli Louis XIV Style Arm Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The finely crafted high back chairs in a dark stained wood and upholstered in a pale velveteen fabric with welt seams. The chairs have the classic French 17th century style curved ar...
Velvet, Wood
$46,987 / item
Hex solid teak table and chairs set
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition collection was designed by John Brevard in 2019 and inspired by sacred geometry. Each piece is hand made and created in a set of 20. These pieces can be customiz...
Teak
$25,000 / item
Handmade Teak Sun Chair – Sculptural Parametric Design
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Handmade Functional Sculptural Parametric Teak Sun Chair by John Brevard is 1 of a series of 25 pieces in the collection. Unlike other contemporary pieces, this piece is hand ma...
Teak
$38,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Hexagon Illusion Table and Chairs Set Made of Solid Teakwood
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
All pieces are made with the highest quality (Grade A) teak from the heart of the tree to ensure maximum durability and versatility. About John Brevard: John Brevard is a luxury...
Teak
Restored Rattan Sofa & Chair Livingroom Set by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored single-strand rattan living room set designed by John Wisner with Campaign-style anodized goldtone capped armrests and beautiful zen-style arched poles. The set features a t...
Rattan
Easy Chair by John de Haard in Pinewood and Canvas with Hocker, the Netherlands
Located in Hellouw, NL
Dutch furniture design from the 1970s is known for its functional approach and honest use of materials. This rare lounge chair with matching ottoman, designed by John de Haard for Ge...
Canvas, Pine
Set of 2 Chairs by Sigvard Bernadotte Sold by John Stuart, Denmark, c. 1953
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Deland, FL
This rare and elegant pair of Model 132 accent chairs was designed by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Son (France & Daverkosen) and distributed in the United States by John Stuart. C...
Teak
Chinoisery decorated Arm Chair, Ann Getty House Collection
By John and William Linnell
Located in San Francisco, CA
George II style Armchair, part of a suite of furniture designed by David Linell, for Badminton House. Mrs. Getty had a pair of the original chairs, one chair is at the V&A- her p...
Giltwood, Lacquer
$395Sale Price|50% Off
19th c. American Mahogany Rococo Revival Child's Chair with Tracery Back
By John Henry Belter
Located in Savannah, GA
It is very unusual to find such a fine example of American Rococo Revival tracery carving in a child's chair, but this little gem fills the bill. In need of new upholstery, it retain...
Mahogany
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Finn Juhl Model 192 Set of Midcentury Teak Chairs '1960s'
By Finn Juhl, John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son and imported by John Stuart, this handsome set of chairs features generous and comfortable seats that float within teak frames. They are uphols...
Teak
Set of Four Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Side Chairs, circa 1940
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of 4 Maurizio Tempestini for John Salterini Iron Conservatory Dining Side Chairs. Featuring welded construction, handwrought iron, ergonomic curved backs, newly upholstered padde...
Wrought Iron
Elinor McGuire M-71 Occasional Chair
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
Elinor McGuire designed this model M-71 occasional chair for McGuire of San Fransisco, the company she started with her husband John. McGuire furniture is made to last for generation...
Leather, Rattan
Elinor McGuire M-86 Rattan & Cane Chair
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in Highland, IN
Elinor McGuire designed this model M-86c occasional chair for McGuire of San Fransisco, the company she started with her husband John. The only thing more impressive than the many su...
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Outdoor Sculptura Chairs
By John Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Danish Modern woodard sculptural arm chairs Offered is a set of 4 Mid-Century Modern outdoor arm chairs designed by Russell Woodard (circa 1956) for the 'Sculp...
Wrought Iron
$6,000 / set
McGuire Whitewash Oak Writing Desk and Chair
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1970’s McGuire writing desk and chair design by Elinor McGuire. The desk is solid whitewashed oak, leather top with brass bamboo pulls. Has three drawers. The chair is ba...
Brass
$3,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
Stylish Sophisticates Walnut Desk and Chair Lubberts & Mulder for Tomlinson
By Tomlinson, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning 1950s walnut desk by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson, from the Sophisticates collection. We love the stylish curved front with a built-in bookcase along with th...
Walnut
Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Modern Woodard Sculptura Low Profile Side Chairs
By John Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a set of 4 mid century Danish modern woodard sculptura side chairs designed by John Woodard, circa 1956 for the 'Sculptura' line. Features enameled and woven wrought iron....
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Modern 54" Coffee Table Set 4 Slipper Chairs Signed Tomlinson 1959
By John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, Tomlinson
Located in Portland, OR
A fine Mid Century Modern 54" coffee table set with four slipper chairs, designed Tomlinson Lounge Chair by John Lubberts & Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson & signed "Tomlinson Sophisti...
Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Table 8 Chairs Set New Linen Upholstery Seats
By Gio Ponti, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Italian Mid-Century Modern dining table 8 chairs set new linen upholstery seats Mint!. Measures- Chair: 18'' x 20'' x 33'' & seat height: 19''. Table: 36'' x 72'' × 30'' & leaf: 1 ...
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pr. 1930's Machine Age Art Deco Arm Side Dining Chairs possibly Prototypes
By McKay Furniture Corp., John Carpenter
Located in New York, NY
Unusual pair of period Machine Age arm chairs, having chrome plated steel frames, wood seating backrests, and leather upholstered armrests. We believe these could be early prototypes...
Steel
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Wrought Iron & Wicker Patio Arm Dining Chairs
By Woodard Furniture Co., John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini black wrought & wicker patio or sunroom dining chairs with vintage green / black and creme plaid seat cushions over diamond mesh seats. Par...
Wrought Iron
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.
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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.
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