Set of Six John Hutton for Holly Hunt Leather Dining Chairs
By HOLLY HUNT, John Hutton
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime set of six bespoke leather dining armchairs designed by John Hutton for Holly Hunt. The chairs feature a hardwood frame with a gracefully curved round back having a square cr...
Leather, Hardwood
John Hutton for Holly Hunt Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Southampton, NJ
An extremely comfortable lounge chair with a matching ottoman in a beautiful oak Frame having goose down cushions upholstered in incredibly soft chenille fabric. In outstanding overa...
Chenille, Oak, Down
Sold
H 32 in W 84 in D 39 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa John Hutton for Holly Hunt Hemp Sail Upholstered Oak
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Up for sale is a stunning Holly Hunt 'Hemp Sail' sofa by John Hutton. Details include an oak architectural frame in an umber finish along with 3-over-3 cushions in a contrast welt up...
Oak
Sold
H 30 in W 86 in D 41 in
Ultra Chic Bowed Design Sofa In Silk Mohair by John Hutton for Holly Hunt
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in New York, NY
This classic modernist Art Deco style sofa feature ebonized walnut legs, a bowed elegant classic front design all newly upholstered in an exquisite silk/wool camel mohair with taupe...
Sold
H 37 in W 222 in D 45 in L 37 in
Custom L-Shaped Sectional Sofa by Holly Hunt, Designed by John Hutton (2011)
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite L-shaped sectional sofa by Holly Hunt, designed by John Hutton in 2011, showcases timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship.
Fabric, Wood
Holly Hunt Chair and Ottoman by John Hutton, 2000s
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Hamburg, PA
A sculptural chair and ottoman by John Hutton for Holly Hunt in grey chenille fabric with ebonized wood.
Upholstery
Sold
H 32 in W 27.5 in D 31 in
2011 Pair of Hemp Sail Club Lounge Chairs by John Hutton for Holly Hunt
By John Hutton, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Hemp Sail Club Chairs, designed by John Hutton for Holly Hunt. The listed price includes the pair of two chairs as shown.
Steel
John Hutton for Holly Hunt Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By John Hutton
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An extremely comfortable lounge chair with a matching ottoman in a beautiful oak Frame. The frame is ebonized so the grain shows through, see the detailed photos. In excellent condit...
$3,500Sale Price / set|48% Off
H 44.5 in W 23 in D 27 in
Set of Six John Hutton for Donghia Dining Chairs
By John Hutton
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic set of six dining chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Bespoke chairs custom ordered with Fortuny upholstery in the Ashanti tribal pattern from Venice, Italy. The ch...
Fabric, Hardwood
Set of Ten Kreiss Vegan Leather Sutton Dining Chairs
By Kreiss
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of ten dining chairs by Kreiss Collection consisting of eight side chairs and two host armchairs measuring 25 inches wide with a 27 inch high padded arm. From the "Su...
Faux Leather, Naugahyde, Hardwood
Set of 4 - Jean Michel Frank Chairs by Holly Hunt
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of four Jean Michel Frank chairs made in France by Ecart and distributed in America by Holly Hunt Original retail price was around $5000 per chair No rips or tears o...
Leather
Set of Twelve A. Rudin No. 442 Upholstered Dining Armchairs
By A. Rudin
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A grand sophisticated set of twelve "No. 442" upholstered dining armchairs designed by A. Rudin, Los Angeles, CA. The bespoke large set consists of all generous sized dining armchair...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$5,500 / set
H 38 in W 27 in D 25 in
Barbara Barry for Baker Oval X-Back Mahogany Stain Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Pre-owned Barbara Barry for Baker Oval X-Back Mahogany Stain Dining Chairs - Set of 6...
Wood
Four V-back Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Michael Taylor
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four beautifully restored V-back dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor for Baker.
Walnut
$4,995 / set
H 37 in W 20 in D 23 in
Set of 8 Leather Dining Chairs with Cabriolet Style Legs in a Club Chair Design
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of eight cream leather dining chairs with solid maple cabriolet legs. Set consists of 2 armchairs and 6 side chairs in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear fro...
Leather, Maple
$3,250 / set
H 33.25 in W 20 in D 22 in
Set of Four Modern Leather Dining Chairs attributed to Thomas Pheasant for Baker
By Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Elegant Modern Leather Dining Chairs, attributed to Thomas Pheasant for Baker, unsigned, circa 2000s. They are constructed of a light taupe color leather and espresso bro...
Leather, Wood
Set of Six Barbara Barry for Baker Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant set of six dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, comprised of two armchairs and four side chairs. Each chair features a tall, architecturally propor...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Six Michael Taylor Regency Style Leather Dining Chairs
By Michael Taylor
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome set of six labeled dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor Designs, San Francisco, CA. The rare chairs are crafted from beautifully patinated beech and leather with a dis...
Brass
$6,800 / set
H 35 in W 21.5 in D 24 in
Set of Four Kerry Joyce for Dessin Fournir Luxford Dining Chairs
By Dessin Fournir
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic klismos style dining chairs designed by Kerry Joyce for Dessin Fournir. The chairs feature a walnut frame with a dramatic profile upholstered with her shimmery Corsica texture...
Brass
Set Ten Barbara Barry McGuire Caned Dining Armchairs
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing grand set of ten caned rattan dining armchairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. The set consists of eight side caned armchairs model #MCM 261 and two tall host ca...
Leather, Cane, Rattan
$2,395 / set
H 34.25 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
John Widdicomb Style Modern Parsons Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Modern Parsons dining chairs In the manner of John Widdicomb USA, Circa Late 20th Century Maple frames, with beige leather upholstered seats and backs. Meas...
Leather, Maple
Set of Four Ralph Lauren Regency Style Leather Dining Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of four regency style leather dining chairs designed by Ralph Lauren. The chairs feature a hardwood frame with a neoclassical klismos inspired back. The frame has a d...
Brass
Set of 10 - Christian Liaigre Style Leather Chairs
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sensational custom Liaigre style dining chairs from a Hamptons estate. The chairs feature buttery soft leather in ivory and brown leather (on the back). Wood frame is dark brown ...
Leather
Set of Four Barbara Barry Rattan Script Dining Chairs
By McGuire, Barbara Barry
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical set of four script dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker/McGuire. The set consists of two side chairs model # MCA2046 and two host armchairs model # MCA2045 wit...
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
$27,450 / set
H 30.75 in W 24.5 in D 23.5 in
Set of 10 Modern Curved Back Dining Chairs Aalto by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of 10 Carrocel custom Aalto dining chairs, masterfully designed and handcrafted by the skilled artisans at Carrocel. These chai...
Fabric, Wood
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$12,500 / set
H 16.15 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in
Max Ingrand “1636” Sconces for Fontana Arte, 1953, Set of 2
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Max Ingrand “1636” Sconces for Fontana Arte, glass and brass, Italy, 1950s, set of two Designed in the 1950s by Max Ingrand, one of the most celebrated figures in Italian glassmakin...
Brass
$5,400 / set
H 38 in W 27 in D 36 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wing Back Lounge Chairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback / Hi Back Lounge Chairs / armchairs by Paolo Buffa. These chairs are large, deep and comfortable; They have sensuous lines and a ...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$320 / item
H 2.75 in W 6.29 in D 2.36 in
Ardium Mini Shell Mid Century Style Brass Casting Wall Sconce
Located in İstiklal, TR
ARDIUM Mini Brass Wall Sconce, a timeless lighting fixture designed to add elegance and sophistication to any space. Crafted from heavy brass, this sconce features a G9 socket that i...
Brass
$13,404 / item
H 23.63 in W 76.78 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Twins Daybed, DEDAR Mohair, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Twins Daybed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins daybed and its matching curved sofa share the same genes, yet eac...
Leather, Fabric, Alpaca, Mohair, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Frosted Glass & Brass, 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier, pendant made of hand blown frosted opaline glass, designed and produced by Stilnovo in good condition. The oval white shade of the ce...
Metal, Brass
$8,159
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
Velvet, Birch
DDR Round Coffee Table in Deep Dark Red Lacquer by No Age Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
DDR Round Coffee Table in Deep Dark Red Lacquer by No Age Studio Dimensions: Ø 106.7 x H 38.1 cm. Materials: Lacquer. No Age Studio - Handcrafted Furniture Every piece we create i...
Lacquer
Alma Upholstered Accent Chair in Faux Mohair Velvet
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is our french havane, a warm honey, caramel t...
Metal
$10,801 / set
H 32.68 in W 28.75 in D 32.68 in
Outstanding, Rare Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s, For Reupholstery
By Ico Parisi, Carlo Mollino, Gio Ponti
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An extraordinary, rare pair of Italian 1950s armchairs. Structurally sound, but the original upholstery is worn out so the chairs are sold for the customer to recover in their own c...
Wood, Fabric
$7,400 / set
H 32.75 in W 20.5 in D 23 in
Rare Dorothy Draper Set Of Eight Fine Custom Velvet Dining Chairs
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An extraordinary set of eight dining chairs by Dorothy Draper and made by Schmieg & Kotzian circa 1940's. A set of eight dining chairs comprised of 2 armchairs and 6 side chairs....
Velvet, Oak
$10,475 / set
H 11.5 in W 8 in D 9 in
Set of 4 Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Sconces in Opalene Glass w/ 24Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning set of four modernist hand-blown Murano glass sconces, created in Italy in the 21st century, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless allure associated with V...
Gold, Brass
Bazane Stool
By Christian Liaigre
Located in New York, NY
Frame description: Oak, wire brushed Frame finish: Charbon Other description: Leather Seat Other finish: Cavallino - Noir Oak WB, Charbon/Noir Cavallino.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Slim Art Deco Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
Console table brings refined elegance to compact spaces, blending solid walnut with the bold character of wrought iron. Its hammered iron top and leg caps create a striking contrast ...
Wrought Iron
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio
By Proisy Studio
Located in Paris, FR
Jim Sofa XL Size By Proisy Studio. Numbered Edition. The Jim sofa stands as the centerpiece of Proisy Studio’s Modern Cowboy collection, a sculptural oversized curved sofa, 3 to 5-...
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
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.