Danish Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Teak & Leather, 1955
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare Danish lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for G. Laauser in 1955. This elegant piece
Leather, Teak
Elegant Swedish Teak Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Kofod Larsen. New wool fabric upholstery.
Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair in Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare Danish lounge chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen for G. Laauser, 1955. Finely sculpted frame of
Leather, Walnut
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H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1960ies
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Oluf Persson OPE
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and produced by G. Laauser, 1960ies
Leather
Sofa "D 200 S" by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Laauser, Germany, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Munster, NRW
Ib Kofod-Larsen designed his version of the Seating Group called "Elizabeth" in 1958 for the German
Walnut
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H 27.96 in W 29.53 in L 27.96 in
Lounge Chair "D 200" by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Laauser, Germany, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Munster, NRW
Ib Kofod-Larsen re-designed his version of the Elizabeth Group in 1958 for the German manufacturer
Walnut
Modern Counter Stools in Walnut, Cicely Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These walnut counter height cicely stools are beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ...
Walnut
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Enamel, Brass
$919 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White
By Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo, Arredoluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
ShiLU Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the ShiLU Sconce is a fully Directional reading sconce crafted from patinated brass and steel hardware and fabric shade. Classic ...
Steel, Brass
Sold|$4,895
H 30.25 in W 66 in D 18.75 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Walnut
$14,231
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 10.63 in
Original Modernist corner bookcase in Mahogany by Danish Cabinet maker 1920s.
Located in København K, 84
This original 1920s Danish Funkis corner bookcase, crafted in solid mahogany by a master cabinetmaker, is a rare and refined example of early Scandinavian functionalist design. Roote...
Mahogany
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 8-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Teak, Wood
Set of custom made Gueridon Ottomans, COM fabric, Made in USA.
By Guéridon Design
Located in Stratford, CT
INTRODUCTION Gueridon handmade ottomans are made to order to your liking and specifications. 100% made in USA. Following the success of its ottomans, GUERIDON launched a full line ...
Upholstery, Wood
$6,285
H 18.51 in Dm 11.42 in
rare Italian table lamp attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Table lamp from the 60s attributed to Italian designer Flavio Poli for Seguso. Faceted pyramid base in thick orange Murano glass, oval white glass shade. Original, highly decorative ...
Murano Glass
$8,349Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.84 in W 80.71 in D 37.41 in
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
$4,981 / set
H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 33.86 in
Minimalistic Mid-century Modern Lounge Chairs in Natural Wood, Italy, 1970s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Minimalistic Mid-century Modern armchairs designed in the 1970s, sourced in Italy. These lounge chairs have been designed to have a calming and inviting presence, the perfect item ...
Wood, Pine, Jute, Cotton, Oak
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...
Walnut
$8,450 / set
H 31.11 in W 30.91 in D 29.93 in
1950s Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs in Plywood and Camel Pink Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, mahogany plywood, faux leather, metal, Italy, 1950s These easy chairs embody an exquisite form made possible by the inherent quality of the plywood, resulting in ...
Metal
Phillip Modern Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Phillip Dresser by Crump and Kwash Solid wood case with continuous waterfall grain / blackened steel pulls and base / hand shaped solid wood feet / hand rubbed oil finish / premium...
Steel
$9,962 / item
H 35.44 in W 59.06 in D 15.75 in
Long brass chandelier in Murano glass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Long brass chandelier with sculpted Murano glass. Italy, 2024.
Brass
Long Chandelier in Patinated Brass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Long chandelier in patinated brass and opaline glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
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.