Pair Scandinavian Modern Jens Nielson "Laminex" Chairs by Westnofa
By Jens Nielsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Scandinavian Modern "Laminex" chairs designed by Jens Nielsen. Produced by Westnofa in Norway.
Plywood
Mid century Modern Vintage Side Chair Dark Brown Beech Laminex Jens Nielsen 1966
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern Mid Century Modern vintage chair or side chair by Jens Nielsen for Westnofa, Norway 1966. An extraordinary and rare side chair designed by Jens Nielsen for Westno...
Beech
Jens Nielsen Laminex Plywood Lounge Chairs Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Stylish "Laminex" model lounge chair designed by Jens Nielsen and produced by Westnofa Norway in 1966.
Beech, Plywood
Laminex Lounge Chairs by Jens Nielsen
By Jens Nielsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Interesting knockdown lounge chair in beech faced plywood by Jens Nielsen for Westnofa, Norway. This ingenious chair consists of two pieces which can easily be taken apart.
Jens Nielsen Laminex Chair Westnofa Norway, 1966
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped "Laminex" lounge chair designed by Jens Nielsen and produced by Westnofa, Norway 1966.
Birch, Plywood
Jens Nielsen Easy Chairs Laminex for Westnofa 1966, Norway
By Jens Nielsen, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Krefeld, DE
Jens Nielsen Laminex lounge / easy chair designed produced by Westnofa, Norway in 1966.
Wood
Jens Nielsen laminex plywood lounge chairs Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Jens Nielsen for Westnofa, Norway 1966. This amazing slim design was made of high qality plywood and looks in amazing condition. The chair...
Westnofa Laminex Lounge Chair by Jens Nielsen, Norway, 1966
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Voorburg, NL
Stylish Laminex wooden lounge chair designed by Jens Nielsen.
Plywood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 27.17 in
Jens Nielson Easy Chair Model Laminex Produced by Westnofa in Norway
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Laminex designed by Jens Nielson. Produced by Westnofa in Norway.
Laminate, Beech
Jens Nielsen "Laminex" Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beech wood.
Pair of Laminex Chairs by Jens Nielsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Two piece laminated plywood joined together to form a sculptural easy chair. Can be completely disassembled. Prize winning design. Stained beech. Made by Westnofa.
Pair of Laminex Chairs by Jens Nielson, circa 1960
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Surbiton, GB
Laminex model lounge chairs designed by Jens Nielsen and produced by Westnofa Norway in the 1960s.
Birch
Three Danish Laminex Folding Chairs by Jens Nielsen
By Jens Nielsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Three Laminex folding chairs of laminated beech by Danish design Jens Nielsen, circa 1970s.
Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chair Scandinavian Modern Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, woven wicker seats and backs ..All original and untouched.wonderful original patina ,,finish, color,,, Red ink stamps, made in Den...
Wicker, Wood
Pair of Rare Danish Scimitar Lounge Chairs
By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Atlanta, GA
Desinged by Preben Fabricius (1931-1984) and Jorgen Kastholm (1931-2007) for Ivan Schlechter, the Scimitar chair was inspired by the shape of Turkish Sword "Scimitar" and famous for...
Stainless Steel
Poul Jensen Style Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chair
By Poul Jensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Poul Jensen Style Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chair This chair measures: 27.25 wide x 31.5 deep x 29 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 22 inches Gr...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,500
H 31.5 in W 26.75 in D 23 in
Mid Century Sculptural Chair in Walnut and Copper, American Studio Craft 1950s
Located in Troy, MI
Exceptional studio craft armchair USA circa 1950's Handcrafted walnut frame with continuous horseshoe-form arms, tapered uprights and exposed joinery Copper framed suspended seat w...
Copper
$845Sale Price|25% Off
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s
By Shou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian model 31 chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen with dark solid wood frame and new fabric seat and back, Denmark 1960s production
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold Lounge Chairs
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Danish modern arm, lounge chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. Selling and priced as a pair, in original estate condition. Both show cosmetic wear to f...
$4,327 / set
H 32.29 in W 19.3 in D 24.81 in
Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson, Mid-Century, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Berlin, DE
A classic pair of Eva lounge chairs designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1934 made of bent laminated beechwood frames and seats in woven natural hemp webbing, offering both lightness and er...
Beech
$4,200
H 28 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Mid Century Italian Modern Sculptural Rocking Chair in Walnut after Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful and sculptural rocking chair in the style of Gio Ponti. This chair features solid walnut construction and newly upholstered seat cushions. Marked: Made in Italy. Circa 19...
Fabric, Walnut
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of lounge chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1970s. Model Siesta. Frame in beech tree, cushion in original black leather. H. 80 cm / W. 62 cm / D. 80 cm, seat heig...
Leather, Beech
$11,388 / set
H 36.62 in W 25.99 in D 33.08 in
Børge Mogensen Easy Chairs Model Bm-2254 by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model BM-2254 / Slædestolen designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark. 2 adjustable positions.
Brass
$744
H 30.71 in W 18.71 in D 20.87 in
Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s.
By Johannes Andersen, Vamo Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern side or desk chair model "Sonja" in teak and black leatherette. Designed by Joha...
Faux Leather, Teak
$4,840 / set
H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Danish Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak by Niels Koefoed, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful pair of easy chairs designed by Niels Koefoed around 1960. Very nice sculptural frames in solid oak with a nice patina thanks to age and use. Newly upholstered cushions wit...
Fabric, Oak
Set of 2 Borge Mogensen lounge chairs replicas
Located in Asheville, NC
Set of 2 replicas of ‘The Spanish Chair’ by Borgen Mogensen who masterly interpreted a traditional type of chair found in Spain's medieval furniture. Mogensen modernized the design i...
Leather, Teak
$14,236 / set
H 26.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.93 in
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius Easy Chairs Model Bo-561 by Bo-Ex in Denmark
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Bo-561 designed by Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius. Produced by Bo-Ex in Denmark.
Steel
$10,879
H 32.29 in W 26.97 in D 29.14 in
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Easy Chair Produced by a.R. Klingenberg & Søn
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Produced by A.R. Klingenberg & Søn in Denmark.
Cane, Teak
$7,972 / set
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
Scandinavian Easy Chair and Ottoman Model 272 Designed by Illum Wikkelsø
By A. Mikael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare easy chair and ottoman model 272 in rosewood and leather designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Beautifully designed chair in rosewood and black saddle leather. The solid rosewood leg...
Leather, Rosewood
$158,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 22.84 in D 20.08 in
Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs' in American Black Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, set of eight 'Grass-seated Chairs', American black walnut, sea grass cord, United States, early 1960s Through its pure form, thoughtful use of materials, and exqui...
Seagrass, Walnut
French Provincial Large Kitchen Island
By Bramble
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid wood and finished in a rich straw wash, this piece brings a touch of classic elegance to any kitchen area. The sturdy construction and ample storage make it both a...
Wood
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
Charlotte Perriand, Freeform Console Bench, Pine, France, 1967
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in High Point, NC
A wall-mounted freeform console or bench in pine and black-painted metal. Designed and produced by Charlotte Perriand for Résidence La Cascade, Arc 1600, France, 1967-1969.
Pine
1968 Executive Desk
By Warren Platner
Located in Hanover, MA
Executive desk formerly belonging to noted architect George M. Notter, (1933–2007) of the Boston firm Anderson Notter Finegold (now known as Finegold Alexander Architects). Current i...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
$4,327
H 61.03 in W 65.75 in D 19.69 in
"Torbecchia" wooden sideboard by Giovanni Michelucci for Poltronova, Italy, 1970
By Giovanni Michelucci, Poltronova
Located in Argelato, BO
This sideboard is an iconic piece of Italian design from the 1960s, designed by architect Giovanni Michelucci in 1964 for Poltronova. It is part of the "Torbecchia" series, a project...
Wood
$3,200 / set
H 28.75 in W 15.16 in D 12.01 in
20th Pair of Marquetry Walnut Nightstands Tables with Drawer and Open Shelf
Located in Miami, FL
A pretty pair of French, inlaid kingwood, one drawer nightstands with open shelf , circa 1910. Pair of French Louis XV style walnut bedside tables from the early 20th century. This ...
Fruitwood
Daybed in the style of Gae Aulenti
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Milan, IT
Red tubular daybed in the style of Gae Aulenti.
Metal
Frits Henningsen Art Deco Cuban Mahogany Armchair c.1933
By Frits Henningsen
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Frits Henningsen Art Deco Cuban Mahogany Armchair c.1933.
Leather, Wood
Classic Modernist Chair . wood & iron by designed by Clifford Pascoe
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Design ! Plywood & iron chair by Clifford Pascoe feature thoughtful lines, and a curved birch backrest. The seat has been reupholstered in a burnt orange mohair... ...
Iron
Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair for XO- France, 1980
By Philippe Starck, XO Design
Located in London, GB
Exaggerated curves of tubular steel and perforated sheet metal define The Dr Sonderbar Chair by French architect and designer Philippe Starck (b. 1949). Influenced by his childhood s...
Steel
$395 / item
H 28.25 in W 23.75 in D 18.25 in
Mid-Century Dutch Modernist Donald Judd Inspired Wood Side Chairs, 1970s
By Donald Judd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These Mid-Century modernist side chairs from a Dutch church embody the minimalist principles associated with Donald Judd's geometric aesthetic. Each chair features a distinctive T-sh...
Wood
Philippe Starck "Pat Conley 2" armchair for XO, France 1986
By XO Design, Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pat Conley “Chair No. 2,” XO, France A striking example of late 20th-century design, defined by its fluid, sculptural, architectural lines and industrial materiality. Crafted in me...
Metal
$1,822
H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
‘Saturnus’ Black Square Side Table by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, Finland, 1970s
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy
Located in Karis, Nyland
A sculptural side table from Yrjö Kukkapuro’s ‘Saturnus’ series, produced by Haimi in the 1970s. The table features a square top with rounded corners set on a boldly flared pedestal ...
Metal
Pair French Bedside Chests Antique Walnut Nightstands
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Pair of French Walnut Bedside Cabinets. These Cabinets Stand Upon Elegant Shaped Legs. One Cabinet Features 3 x oak Lined Drawers. The 2nd Cabinet Features 1 x Oak Lined Drawer and a...
Oak, Walnut
Harvey Probber Curved Walnut Desk
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Impressive and sculptural curved top executive desk in walnut by Harvey Probber. Panoramic scale 84" wide x 34" deep x 29.5" high. Seven bands of walnut in alternating grain directi...
Chrome
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.