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Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair in Teak for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage 'Paper Knife' chair in teak by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen. Cushions have been newly
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Three Paper Knife Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of three paper knife chairs, model 121, by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen from Denmark 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 28.35 in
Set of 2 Paper Knife Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1950s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of two vintage Paper Knife chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen in Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 29.93 in
Set of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Easy Chairs 1950s Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of Kai Kristiansen’s most celebrated design: two ‘Paper knife’ chairs crafted from solid teak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Wool
Kai Kristiansen Set of 2 Easy Chairs 'Paperknife' or ‘Model 121’, Denmark, 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
from 1955. These ‘model 121’s’ are also called the ‘Paper knife’ chairs because of their razor sharp
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 28.35 in W 24.81 in D 29.53 in
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood Paper Knife Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen
Pair of paper knife model lounge chairs, 1955.
Produced by Magnus Olesen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen No 121 Mid Century Paper Knife Teak Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen No 121 mid century paper knife teak lounge chairs - pair
Each chair measures: 23
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of 'Paper Knife' Easy Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, 1956
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
these chairs their nickname ‘Paper Knife’. The cushions have been professionally reupholstered with high
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 30.71 in
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Teak Easy Chair for Magnus Olesen Set of 2
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Kai Kristiansen Modell 121 paper knife easy chair in teak wood.
Produced by Magnus Olesen.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 29.53 in
Danish Teak Easy Chair with Ottoman by Kai Kristiansen Model Paper Knife 50s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
Mid-century easy chair designed by Kai Kristiansen. This model Paper Knife features a maching foot
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 34.26 in W 30.71 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Danish Design Paper Knife Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen in Teak Black
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare pair of 'Paper Knife' model 121 lounge chairs in teak and black leather (faux) design by Kai
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
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H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 25.2 in
Midcentury Teak Paper Knife Armchair by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Set of two Midcentury Teak "Paper Knife" Armchairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 27.96 in W 24.81 in D 29.93 in
Teak Paper Knife Armchair, Model 121 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
wood, these chairs feature a warm, honey-colored finish that accentuates the natural beauty of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 28.75 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
Design
"Shelter" parlour Side Chair for Tacchini
"Arom" Armchair for Zanotta
"Le Noé" Knife for Perceval
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 2 Pila Stacking Chair by Ronan & Erwan Boroullec for MAGIS
By Magis, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design of Pila. The plywood seat and back of the Pila chair are supported by four very thin legs of solid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Frameworks Puzzle Armless Chair in Mamaye
Located in Dallas, TX
robust sofa sectional. Each piece has a loose back knife edge pillow encased in down feathers. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Finn Juhl France Lounge Chair FD 136
By Finn Juhl, France & Daverkosen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
& Daverkorsen. this chair is an earlier example of the design and it is in excellent condition. the sculptural
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of Lounge Chairs Attributed to Harvey Probber, Erwin Lambeth, 1960s
By Harvey Probber, Erwin Lambeth
Located in Round Rock, TX
A stunning pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs attributed to Harvey Probber.
Made by Erwin
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of VilleAV33 Outdoor Side Chairs-Bronze Green-by Anderssen & Voll for &T
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
powder coated. The webbing of the chair seat is webbed by hand and cut into shape with a hot knife to
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 20.48 in
Robert Lewis Set of Four Lounge Chairs Studio Crafted Santa Barbara, CA. 1940s
By Robert Lewis
Located in Camden, ME
Robert Lewis suite of four lounge chairs hand made in his studio below Old Mission Santa Barbara in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
Pair of VilleAV33 Outdoor Side Chairs-Teak/Warm Black-by Anderssen & Voll for &T
By &Tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
powder coated. The webbing of the chair seat is webbed by hand and cut into shape with a hot knife to
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 20.48 in
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Eight Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs, Custom UpholsterySet of eight model
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Knife collection, including two sofas, a coffee table and an armchair. His 4110 og Handy chairs are also
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Eight Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored ebonized and reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
The A
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Four Fully Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored ebonized and reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
The A
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six restored and refinished dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of eight fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Inc. Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood, Leather
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.34 in W 19.3 in D 21.26 in
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood dining chair with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Leather
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of six fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Kai Kristiansen Eight Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs inc. Custom Reupholstry
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Six Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Inc. Custom Reupholstry
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Knife collection, including two sofas, a coffee table and an armchair. His 4110 og Handy chairs are also
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather, Fabric
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Set of Eight Restored Oak Dining Chairs, - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight restored and refinished dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four 1960s fully restored rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather, Fabric
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansens model 31 dining chairs with refinished frames and black leather upholstery.
The A
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Restored Dining Chairs in Oak, Inc. Reupholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four restored dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Model 31 is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Vioski New Century Modern Fratelli Group in Kvadrat Remix Grey
By Jeff Vioski
Located in Vernon, CA
Clean-lined and comfortable, the Fratelli Group is made up of two chairs and a solid wood table and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Chrome
Paul Laszlo Black Lacquer Knife-Leg Dining Set for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This midcentury Knife-Leg dining set by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman featuring a sleek black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Oak
1960's Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Model 121 Paper Knife Rosewood Footstool
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
was designed by and manufactored for the Kai Kristiansen iconic "Paper Knife set" consisting of sofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Rosewood
H 15.75 in W 22.45 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs by William B Sklaroff for Robert John
By Robert John, William Sklaroff
Located in Lafayette, IN
walnut slats reminiscent of a vintage Nardi steering wheel or Knife handle. Chairs have been restored and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 30 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Vintage Pierre Chapo Model S340 Armchairs, 11 Available
By Pierre Chapo
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
trying to move around a fork and knife.
Each chair is so sculptural, a work of art. And the best part
Category
Vintage 1960s French Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
Gio Ponti Diamond Flatware, Service for Twelve
By Reed & Barton, Gio Ponti
Located in Palm Desert, CA
), best known for his Superleggera chair and several buildings throughout Italy, including the Pirelli
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Frameworks Puzzle Modern Tight-seat Sectional in Mamaye Imatex
Located in Dallas, TX
robust sofa sectional. Each piece has a loose back knife edge pillow encased in down feathers. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Throw Decorative Taffeta Pillow Embroidered with Flowers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
can be placed as a cushion for your sofa or chair in the living room or Bedroom.
Hidden zipper closure
Category
20th Century Indian Moorish Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Modern Toan Nguyen for Coalesse Lagunitas Rectangle Black Top Conference Table
By Toan Nguyen, Coalesse, Steelcase
Located in Secaucus, NJ
high-pressure laminate top.
The worksurface features a knife-edge profile and rounded corners
Category
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Metal
H 28.5 in W 72 in D 36 in
Art Deco Italian Burled Wood Arched Base Rectangular Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
, large 10 chair Italian Biedermeier style dining table featured in Architectural Digest. This table
Category
1990s Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Burl
Cornwall Iron Banks Original Oil Painting
Located in Annville, PA
scenes. He began painting with a brush when he was fourteen, but added a palette knife after suffering
Category
Early 20th Century North American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Lancaster Covered Bridge Original Oil Painting
Located in Annville, PA
scenes. He began painting with a brush when he was fourteen, but added a palette knife after suffering
Category
Early 20th Century North American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Lancaster Bridge Original Oil Painting
Located in Annville, PA
he was fourteen, but added a palette knife after suffering an eye injury. He completed eighth grade
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paint
Leopard Velvet Lumbar Animal Print Pillow Att Scalamandre Leopardo New Multiple
By Scalamandre
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
velvet Leopardo print. Back features a crisp cream. Down-filled. Knife edge with zipper. In the style of
Category
2010s Belgian Hollywood Regency Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Down
H 12 in W 18 in D 7 in
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Knife Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal knife chair for your home. Each knife chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and hardwood. Your living room may not be complete without a knife chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right knife chair, those designed in Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest.
How Much is a Knife Chair?
The average selling price for a knife chair at 1stDibs is $5,655, while they’re typically $1,474 on the low end and $25,482 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
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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