Henning Sorensen - Scandinavian Chair
Located in Beaune, FR
Scandinavian teak and black leather chair by Henning SORENSEN.
20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Fruitwood
Henning Sorensen - Scandinavian Chair
Located in Beaune, FR
Scandinavian teak and black leather chair by Henning SORENSEN.
Leather, Fruitwood
$960Sale Price|40% Off
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern lounge chair made in Norway by Westnofa. A rosewood bentwood frame brown leather cushions.
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Leather and Aluminium Lounge Chair
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair / Lounge Chair, Leather, Aluminium, Wood Elegant leather and aluminium armchair with walnut wooden accents, Denmark, 1960.
Aluminum, Metal
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair, furniture leather, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair. Original brown furniture leather, canvas, dark oak wood.
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell 'Inca' Leather Chair, 1970
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful and very comfortable 'Inca' chair designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970, in chocolate brown buffalo leather on a dark stained beech wo...
Brass
1970s, Scandinavian swivel chair, original condition, brown furniture leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Swivel chair in brown furniture leather.
Steel
Mid-century Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Comfortable mid-century lounge chairs, handcrafted from solid hardwood and featuring newly upholstered inner-spring cushions in a subtle brown-hued leather. Crafted with precision an...
Leather, Teak
1970s Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Brown Leather Swivel Chair / Lounge Chair
Located in Skien, NO
A high-quality Scandinavian / Norwegian / Swedish / Danish design, this generously sized chair offers excellent sitting comfort, made from premium beech wood and brown leather and st...
Metal
Vintage Scandinavian style lounge chair in wood and leather
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Scandinavian style - Wabi Sabi decoration Measures : 77x83,5cm H:75cm SH:33cm Materials : beech frame and a leather seat
Leather, Wood
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair, nubuck leather, canvas, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair. Brown furniture nubuck leather, canvas, dark beech wood.
Leather, Canvas, Beech
1960s, scandinavian design, swivel chair, original condition, artificial leather
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, scandinavian design. Swivel chair in original good condition: no smells, no stains, signs of wear.
Aluminum
1960s Scandinavian Brown Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Scandinavian lounge chair dates to the 1960s and features a sculptural, well-balanced form upholstered in rich brown leather.
Leather
Ekornes Mid Century Teak Black Leather Scandinavian Lounge Chair
By Ekornes
Located in Baltimore, MD
A gorgeous Danish Modern leather armchair manufactured in Norway by Ekornes, a name synonymous with comfort and quality. Features teak bentwood frame supporting a well-padded attache...
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage 1980 Ekornes Stressless Recliner — Scandinavian Leather Lounge Chair Experience timeless Scandinavian design and luxurious comfort with this Ekornes Stressless Leather Swiv...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Scandinavian Highback Leather Chair with Ottoman in Beige Leather by Swedese
By Swedese
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful highback lounge chair with ottoman designed by Roger Person for Swedese in 2005. Soft aniline leather. Pulmaflex suspension (piston based suspension system) that allows th...
Chrome
1970s, Scandinavian design, lounge chair, original condition, brown leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction.
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood, Plywood
Scandinavian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of club chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, Scandinavia, 1970s. This pair of easy chairs show a very sleek, elegant design. The color of the deep blue leather, which is still...
Chrome, Steel
Rud Thygesen Lounge Chair in Leather & Rosewood, Scandinavian Design
By Rud Thygesen, Georg Thams
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rud Thygesen lounge chair with legs of rosewood. Original duvet cushions with black light patinated leather. Made by Thams.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Leather lounge chair Torbjørn Afdal
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Safari lounge chair by Torbjørn Afdal.
Brass
Henning Kjærnulf Oak & Leather Rocking Chair, Scandinavian Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rocking chair by Henning Kjærnulf new upholstered with shearling. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with mid-century modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by ...
Leather, Oak
$2,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Scandinavian Tufted Leather and Curved wood lounge chairs
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather and Curved stained Beech wood lounge chairs.
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Pine Wood And Leather Rocking Chair
Located in ECHT, NL
A Scandinavian pine rocking chair from the late 70s This comfortable chair features a solid, pine wooden frame with a seat and backrest in cognac leather.
Leather, Pine
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair in Teak & Leather, Scandinavian Design
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with mokka elegance leather. Legs in teak. Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Egg Lounge Chair, Black Leather, Scandinavian Design
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Iconic “Egg” lounge chair by Arne Jacobsen, upholstered with black leather in very good condition. This design was originally made for the SAS Radisson Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958.
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen, Leather, 1960s Scandinavian
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with mokka butter aniline leather.
Leather
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century modern Leather Low Lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern sienna brown Leather lounge chairs with black lacquer legs.
Leather, Lacquer, Wood
1970s, Scandinavian design, lounge chair, original condition, leather, bent wood
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction.
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Scandinavian Danish black leather Safari sling lounge chair with ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modernist safari chair with a teak frame featuring sculpted arms straight rounded stretchers and straight round supports.
Leather, Teak
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair in Teak & Leather, Scandinavian Design
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with mokka elegance leather. Legs in teak. Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Black Leather armless chairs by ASKO
By Asko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Black Leather armless chairs by ASKO.
Leather, Birch, Bentwood
Scandinavian Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Meer, VAN
Scandinavian Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather, Scandinavia, 1960s-70s.
Leather, Wood
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair in Teak & Leather, Scandinavian Design
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with walnut elegance leather. Legs in teak. Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
ANTiQUE NORMAN VIKING OR SCANDINAVIAN OAK & AGED BROWN LEATHER TURNERS CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
A very well made decorative and good looking piece, Turners chairs may have been brought to England by the Normans, or more directly by the Vikings and other Scandinavian settlers.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Scandinavian Brown Leather and Curved Rosewood low lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Brown Patina Leather and Curved rosewood bentwood lounge chairs with brown leather tufted cushions with patina.
Leather, Rosewood, Bentwood
$2,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Scandinavian Brown Leather and Curved Beech wood lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Brown Leather and Curved Beech wood lounge chairs Beech bentwood frames with cognac leather cushions.
Leather, Beech
$2,275Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Tufted Leather lounge chair by Tormod Alnas
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Tufted Trega Leather lounge chair and ottoman by lounge chair by Tormod Alnas.
Chrome
$1,995Sale Price|30% Off
Mid century Scandinavian modern black leather lounge chair ottoman Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern black leather lounge chair with ottoman designed by Hans Olsen.
Leather, Rosewood
$1,280Sale Price|32% Off
G-Möbel Scandinavian Walnut And Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern lounge chair made by G-Möbel in Sweden. A walnut frame with brown leather button-tufted upholstery.
Leather, Walnut
Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Leather high lounge chair Torbjørn Afdal
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Safari high lounge chair by Torbjørn Afdal.
Brass
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Beautiful Mid Century Scandinavian modern Black Leather Wingback Chair Ottoman
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Scandinavian modern Black Leather Wingback Chair and Ottoman in the style of Børge Mogensen.
Leather, Beech
$2,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Bentwood Black Leather Lounge chairs
By Skipper Mobler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Black Leather Beech bentwood lounge chairs by Skippers Mobler.
Leather, Beech
$1,980Sale Price / set|44% Off
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century modern Cognac Leather Low Lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Cognac Leather lounge chairs with black lacquer legs.
Leather, Lacquer
Scandinavian Modern Leather Lounge Chair by Göte Möbler, Sweden, c. 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
This sculptural Scandinavian Modern lounge chair by Göte Möbler exemplifies the effortless elegance of 1970s Swedish design.
Leather
Scandinavian Conference Chairs in Natural Leather, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian conference chairs crafted from a harmonious blend of natural leather and wood.
Leather, Wood
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Sculptural Walnut and Leather Petite Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of diminutive Scandinavian Modern lounge/armchairs (ca. 1960s). Composed of sculptural walnut frames supporting compact seats newly reupholstered in green leather, distressed by...
Brass
Scandinavian 'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, All black
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H. 80.5 cm x W. 58 cm x 53 cm SH. 49 cm Model shown on the picture: Wood: Black oak F...
Leather, Oak
1970s Madsen & Schubell Model MS-65 Scandinavian Leather Swivel And Tilt Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
With their low, relaxed silhouettes, softly tufted backs, generous leather upholstery, and elegantly splayed teak swivel bases, these chairs capture the deeply inviting glamour of 19...
Leather, Wood, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Walnut and Cream Leather Dining Chair, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Built to order dining chairs with solid maple frame with oil finish. High quality leather. Very durable design and materials, great for restaurants, hotels and in homes that host all...
Upholstery, Leather, Walnut, Maple
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Low Brown Leather lounge Chairs with Chrome Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Low Brown Leather lounge Chairs with Chrome Legs.
Chrome
20th Century Danish Vintage Teak Side Chair - Scandinavian Faux Leather Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Scandinavian corner, end chair has a curved slim backrest, standing on four wooden legs.
Faux Leather, Teak
$3,520Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Scandinavian modern black leather Safari sling chairs by Karin Mobrin Ikea
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair Scandinavian modern black leather Safari sling chairs and matching table by Karin Mobrin Ikea.
Steel, Chrome
$8,741 / set
Midcentury Scandinavian Bruksbo Safari Chairs
By Bruksbo
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of very rare safari chairs by Bruksbo / Stranda, Norway. These chairs are not only a pleasure for the eye, but also very comfortable. They are upholstered in original chocolat...
Leather, Beech
Mid century Scandinavian modern black leather lounge chair ottoman by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern black leather lounge chair with ottoman designed by Hans Olsen.
Leather, Rosewood
$2,437Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century modern Leather Lounge chairs by Erik Jorgensen
By Erik Jørgensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Red faded worn Leather Narrow lounge chairs.
Leather, Wood, Plywood
$4,071Sale Price / set|47% Off
Bruno Mathsson Scandinavian Mid Century Mirja Tan Leather Lounge Chairs 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Pair of Bruno Mathsson for DUX Mirja Tan Leather Easy Lounge Chairs Made in Sweden Mid Century Modern These chairs have a chromium-plated steel frame and cushioned tan leather uphol...
Steel, Chrome
Cognac Leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm Lounge Chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
These Scandinavian Modern archetypical lounge chairs are in original cognac leather and remarkable condition.
Steel
Scandinavian Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Oak and Leather by Nils Roth, 1960s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Very rare Swedish lounge chairs in oak with linen cushions and leather accents, designed by Nils Roth in the 1960s.
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Cognac Leather Lounge Chair by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler
By Hans Olsen, CS Møbler
Located in Almelo, NL
Scandinavian Modern Cognac Leather Lounge Chair by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler, Denmark, 1960s This elegant Scandinavian Modern lounge chair by Hans Olsen for CS Møbler embodies the wa...
Leather, Beech
$2,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Mid Century Scandinavian modern Tan High back Leather Swivel Lounge chairs
By Berg Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Tan Leather High lounge Swivel chairs by BERG denmark.
Leather, Beech
Vintage Scandinavian rocking chair in pine and black leather, from Denmark
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Vintage Scandinavian rocking chair in pine and black leather, from Denmark.
Leather, Wood, Pine
Rare Pair of Pistachio Leather Lounge Chairs, 1960-1970
Located in Berlin, DE
Scandinavian chairs probably Swedish. The leather is nicely patinated and in good condition with no tears.
Leather
1970s Scandinavian Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fully upholstered leather swivel lounge chair from the 1970s. Standing on leather-covered plate base. Fully rotatable. Manufactured by an Danish maker.
Leather
Pair of Scandinavian Leather Club Chairs, 1970s
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Pair of Scandinavian club chairs with well-worn original leather upholstery from the 1970s.
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Lounge Chair, Mahogany and Leather, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Scandinavian Lounge Chair, Mahogany & Leather, 1960s Excellent Condition.
Leather, Wood
Scandinavian 1970s Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Similar to the Bruno Mathsson lounge chair, this Scandinavian example has generous proportions to the tubular chrome frame with buttoned and patchwork leather that is a classic of th...
Chrome
1970s Scandinavian Leather Swivel Chair by Soda Galvano
By Soda Galvano
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Scandinavian swivel chair from 1970s. Manufaktured by Soda Galvano.
Leather
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Leather & Beech Lounge Chairs
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather & beech wood loungers, circa 1960's. Sleek bent plywood frames support an extremely comfortable floating seat, with original stitched leather in dove grey.
Leather, Beech
Pair of Leather Scandinavian Style Design Side Chairs
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A wonderful set of two large beautifully shaped side chairs or dining chairs with a beautiful soft aniline leather seat. The chairs were once sold by Cologne's chicest furniture shop...
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 20.08 in
Scandinavian Contemporary Chair with Leather Seat and Legs in Wood
By Per Soderberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
The No Early Birds take on the Classic upholstered dining chair. Stripped down and contemporary with a surprising combination of materials.
Leather, Wood
Scandinavian Set of Two Leather Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in Bucharest, RO
Beautiful orange leather lounge chairs designed and manufactured in Denmark, with leather buttoned cushions and rose lacquer stained beech frame.
Leather, Beech
Side Chair in Scandinavian Style, 1970s
Located in Zbiroh, CZ
Minimalistic shaped side chair from beech wood in Scandinavian style with leather seat.
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Kastholm and Fabricus Scimitar Chair
By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in New York, NY
Jorgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricus "Simitar" chair in an exceptionally rich patinated black leather on a nickeled steel base.
Steel
Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Red Chair chair, Edition Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in New York, NY
Kaare Klint "Red Chair" in a rich patinated brown leather fitted with brass nails on a painted oak frame.
Brass
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Manta Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Black Leather, Scandinavian modern
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Manta Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Black Leather, Scandinavian modern The Manta armchair is one the most outstanding Designs of the Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling.
Leather
Pair of Scandinavian Dux Chairs
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in New York, NY
Vintage DUX chairs designed by Bruno Mathsson. Original soft nude leather with chrome base.
Chrome
Scandinavian Set Of Side Chairs In Leather Designed By Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 6 side chairs model 86 designed in 1952 by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Søren Willadsen, Denmark.
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm PK9 Chairs with rich patina
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK9 chairs with a very rich patinated cognac leather on a matt nickeled steel base.
Steel
Unavailable
H 34.26 in W 31.11 in D 39.38 in
Scandinavian Chrome Flat Steel and Leather Lounge Chair, 1970s
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Valkenswaard, NL
Scandinavian chrome flat steel and leather lounge chair with an adjustable backrest.
Steel, Chrome
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Brown Leather Westnofa Siesta Lounge Chair Scandinavian Modern Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, a brown leather Westnofa Siesta lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling, 1960s.
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Brown Leather Westnofa Siesta Lounge Chair Scandinavian Modern Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, A brown leather Westnofa Siesta lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling, 1960s.
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Chairs, Edition E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK22 chairs in patinated black leather on a nickeled steel base.
Steel
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 25.2 in D 24.41 in
Scandinavian Vintage Red Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Lænestol
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Porto, PT
This chair was designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Lænestol.
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 16.75 in W 22 in D 18.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes "Stressless" Lounge Chair with New Leather Seat
By Ekornes Stressless, Ekornes
Located in Alhambra, CA
It's the iconic 1970s Norwegian modern "Stressless" lounge chair by Ekornes. Featuring a swivel base and adjustable seat that fully reclines flat. Newly reupholstered seat in black l...
Chrome
20th Century Scandinavian Design Side Chair in Teak and Leather by Finn Juhl.
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Side chair / dining chair designed in 1956 by Finn Juhl and produced by Cabinet marker Niels Vodder, Denmark. Chair is stamped very faintly "Cabinet Maker Niels Vodder, Copenhagen. D...
Teak, Leather
Vintage Scandinavian swivel chair, 1950s
Located in GENDT, NL
Vintage armchair / office chair from the 1950s. Rosewood frame with black leather upholstery. Leather is still in good condition, filling is dry.
Leather
Scandinavian Modern A Pair of Sigurd Ressel "Falcon" Chairs
By Sigurd Resell
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Sigurd Ressel "Falcon" chairs in patinated black leather on a chromed steel base.
Steel
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Swivel pair of Chairs Scandinavian design 1960, Unique design
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Denia, ES
Exceptional design pair of sofa chair 1960 ! Unique Faux leather imitation ostrich skin in White with pink cowhide contour. Tulip base aluminium Little defect with years but still i...
Faux Leather
Scandinavian Modern Pair Bamboo and Rattan Safari Chairs
Located in Alvesta, SE
Bamboo, rattan, leatherette and brass makes the perfect match, these chairs adds some djungle or safari feeling to the room. Produced in the 1960s or 1970s, most likely in Sweden o...
Brass
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 30.32 in D 27.56 in
Scandinavian Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL
Scandinavian Falcon chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler in brown leather, circa 1974.
Metal, Chrome
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 27.56 in D 29.93 in
Hans Olsen Scandinavian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Hans Olsen
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Danish Mid-Century lounge chairs and ottoman designed by Hans Olsen for Brande Mobelfabrik. Upholstered cushions and frames in original black leather. Raised on solid oak legs.
Leather, Oak
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 29.93 in D 33.08 in
Rare Scandinavian Lounge Chair Model "Löven" Designed by Arne Norell
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Rare Scandinavian lounge chair model "Löven" designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sweden.
Leather, Beech
Large Leather Club Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
A really exceptional club chair from Denmark. Large, sturdy and comfortable, Danish modern, covered in reddish-brown leather in excellent condition from 1930's.
Leather
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 24.81 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Torbjørn Afdal Elton Armchair in Rosewood Black Leather
By Torbjørn Afdal, Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik
Located in Oslo, NO
Midcentury Scandinavian Torbjørn Afdal Elton armchair in rosewood black leather. Manufactured by Nesjestanda møbelfabrikk Norway 1960s. Newly upholstered with Anilin black leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 31.9 in W 23.2 in D 22.4 in
Harbour Chair, Cognac Leather Chair Black Steel Swivel Base and Casters
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
Conceived during the design process for Menu’s new creative destination Menu Space located in Copenhagen’s thriving Nordhavn (Northern Harbour) area, the Harbour Chair is the result ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 31.9 in W 23.2 in D 22.4 in
Harbour Chair, Cognac Leather Dining Chair with Black Steel Swivel Base
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
Conceived during the design process for Menu’s new creative destination menu space located in Copenhagen’s thriving Nordhavn (Northern Harbour) area, the Harbour chair is the result ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 31.9 in W 23.2 in D 22.4 in
Harbour Chair, Cognac Leather Dining Chair with Polished Aluminum Swivel Base
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
Conceived during the design process for Menu’s new creative destination Menu Space located in Copenhagen’s thriving Nordhavn (Northern Harbour) area, the Harbour chair is the result ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
2 Scandinavian Midcentury Swivel Chairs Junior by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Finland, 1960s
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Beautiful and rare set of Kukkapuro "Junior" swivel chairs for Haimi, Finland. The design with beautiful curves and leather inlet is high quality and very comfortable. The stands ar...
Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Red Chair Edition Rud. Rasmussen
Located in New York, NY
Kaare Klint Red chair with profiled Cuban mahogany frame. Seat and back upholstered in beautifully patinated Niger leather, fitted with brass nails. Edition Rud Rasmussen Cabinetmake...
Brass
Pair of Danish Rosewood and Leather Side Chairs
Located in Dorchester, MA
This elegant pair of Danish modern side chairs features frames of solid rosewood with canted back rests and leather-upholstered seats.
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in
1960s MCM Design and Scandinavian Style Beige Bouclé Fabric and Leather Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s - 1960s MCM Design Scandinavian Style Beige Bouclé Fabric With Cognac Leather Finishes Swivel Armchair composed of a black lacquered wooden feet brass finishes and a comfy seat...
Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Unavailable
H 31.9 in W 23.2 in D 22.4 in
Harbour Chair, Swivel Chair with Black Welded Steel & Black Dakar '0842' Leather
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
Conceived during the design process for Menu’s new creative destination menu space located in Copenhagen’s thriving Nordhavn (Northern Harbour) area, the Harbour chair is the result ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Chairs in Beech and Tan Leather, 1960s Set of 4
By Farstrup
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Scandinavian Modern re-upholstered set of 4 beech dining chairs, Danish origin possibly Farstrup.
Beech
Swedish Leather Chairs from 1960s with Teak Legs
Located in Singapore, SG
Stunning time typical design of the late 1960s. Very comfortable seats and the leather is still in good condition. Some buttons are missing.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Contemporary Leather and Walnut Dining Chair by Per Soderberg
By Per Soderberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
This contemporary Scandinavian dining chair is handmade in Sweden using the finest materials such as massive American walnut, Swedish vegetable tanned leather and details in stainles...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 33.5 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
Scandinavian Classic Set of Four Poul Volther J61 Chairs in Oak and Leather
By Poul Volther
Located in Ottawa, ON
Scandinavian Classic set of four Poul Volther J61 chairs in oak and leather.
Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen X-Chair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen's X-Chair. A beautifully patinated easy chair with laminated mahogany frame and bird's eye wood inlays. Seat and back in natural leather.
Mahogany, Leather
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Set of Two Scandinavian Chairs and Ottomans with Embossed Leather circa 1960
Located in Paris, ile de france
A pair of circa 1960 lounge chairs and a pair of ottomans in stained wood and embossed leather -manner of borge mogensen Each Chairs size :67x67 x75 cm high Each stool size:50x50x...
Wood
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Reupholstered Scandinavian 'Holmenkollen' Lounge Chair by Arne Tideman Ruud
By Arne Tidemand Ruud
Located in Berlin, Germany
This low lounge chair was designed by Arne Tidemand Ruud in 1959 and was produced by Norwegian company Norcraft.
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Black Leather Lounge Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish lounge chair, circa 1960s. Jet black leather and contrasting oak legs. Sleek modern lines, piped edging, loads of life in it yet! Original upholstery with minor wear.
Leather
Unavailable
H 28.94 in W 17.92 in D 25.99 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Teak And Vinyl Lounge Chair cocktail bedroom chair 60s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A low seated lounge chair. Probably by Limelight, England 1960s Upholstered in the original off-white leatherette, with solid teak feet. With fantastic design for living spaces, bed...
Faux Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs in Beech and Tan Leather, 1960s Set of 7
By Farstrup
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Scandinavian Modern re-upholstered set of 7 Beech dining chairs, Danish origin possibly Farstrup.
Beech
Unavailable
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Kristian Vedell Set of Four Rosewood and Leather Chairs, Denmark
By Kristian Solmer Vedel
Located in Brussels, BE
Kristian Vedel set of four rosewood and leather chairs, Denmark.
Leather
Leather Lounge Chair by Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Exceptional leather lounge chair designed by Otto Schulz.
Leather
Danish 1930s Green Leather Club Chair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Vejle, DK
A 1930s Danish club chair with green leather. Pillow in black lambswool. Fine and ready to use condition.
Leather
Arne Jacobsen, Six Chairs, Model 3107 Black Leather Arne Sørensen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Arne Jacobsen 1902-1971. Six series seven chairs, model 3107. Moulded shell, chromed legs. Produced by Fritz Hansen. Seat H. 44.5 cm. Newly reupholstered by a professional upholstere...
Leather, Wood
Pair 1960s Danish Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A classic pair of lounge chairs with beautifully squared arms and tampered back with two loose and buttoned cushions - all in a medium red/orange leather that speaks perfectly to era...
Leather
Unavailable
H 41 in W 32.75 in D 31 in
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair in Black Leather, 1965
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. The design originally debuted in 1958, but this chair dates back to 1965. The leather on this iconic chair is original ...
Leather
H. W. Klein Swivel Leather Lounge Chair
By H.W. Klein
Located in Turners Falls, MA
H. W. Klein swivel leather lounge chair.
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.5 in W 34.5 in D 33.25 in
Sigurd Ressel 1970s Tan Leather Lounge Chair by Vatne Mobler, Norway
By Vatne Møbler
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tan leather low lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressel produced by Vatne Mobler of Norway, 1960s. Cushions have button tufting as well as baseball stitch seams. Casters in the back a...
Leather
Unavailable
H 30.25 in W 27.75 in D 26.5 in
Leather Lounge Chair by Ejnar Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Providence, RI
Lounge chair in leather and rosewood, designed by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, and produced in Denmark by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1958.
Leather
$913Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 33.08 in
1970s, Scandinavian Adjustable Lounge Chair, Brown Leather, Oak Wood
Located in Tarm, 82
Scandinavian adjustable lounge chair. Made in about 1970 by Swedish furniture manufacturer. Refreshed by furniture craftsman. Original upholstery in brown patinated leather, good con...
Steel
1940's Danish Deco Lounge Chair in Original Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Early 1940's Danish lounge chair upholstered in the original brown leather with button tufted back, raised on stained walnut legs. Eight-way hand-tied copper springs under seat, hors...
Leather
1970s, Scandinavian armchair, furniture leather, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian armchair. Original brown furniture leather with patina, dark beech wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Wear consistent wi...
Leather, Beech
Danish Modern Leather Recliner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish modern lounge chair features tufted leather upholstery, hardwood swivel base and adjustable reclining seat back. Paired with matching ottoman, this beautiful Scandinavia...
Leather, Wood
$2,650
H 38.98 in W 29.93 in D 36.23 in
De Sede DS-264 Lounge Chair by Mathias Hoffmann, Swiss Leather Design
By De Sede, Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Dronten, NL
An exceptional example of Swiss craftsmanship, the DS-264 lounge chair by De Sede embodies sculptural presence, tactile luxury, and uncompromising comfort. Designed with the brand’s ...
Steel
1960s Leather Lounge Chair by OPE Möbler Sweden
By OPE Möbler
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A striking 1960s lounge chair in rich brown leather, produced by OPE Möbler, Sweden. This elegant piece exemplifies Scandinavian modern design, where refined craftsmanship meets unde...
Chrome
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.5 in W 31 in D 32.5 in
Wonderful Percival Lafer "S-1" Leather Brazilian Rosewood Lounge Chair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather S-1 lounge chair. Lafer's S-1 design features Brazilian exoticness paired with Scandinavian sensibility. Of Lafer's designs, the S-1 i...
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Fredrik Kayser Leather Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Frederik Kayser leather lounge chair for Vatne Mobler, Norway. 1960’s. Wingback chair with rosewood base and original cognac leather. Unmarked.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-century Leather Chrome Chair By Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Norwegian Mid Century design with heavy chrome frame and comfortable worn leather padded cushion. The chair is distressed with wear and finish loss to the leather yet retains...
Chrome
$1,186
H 37.01 in W 31.89 in D 32.29 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Harald Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teakwood, canvas. Manufactured by ...
Chrome
Model Ds-86 Leather Lounge Chair by Desede
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Era: 1960s Materials: Leather Measurements: 35.5" wide x 31" tall Condition: In excellent original condition with typi...
Leather
Modern Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Leather Lounge Chair with a channeled pure aniline top-grade antiqued brown leather, on a modern silvered stainless steel X form base. Dimensions: 26" W x 35" D x 35" H Seat ...
Metal
1970s Danish Ingmar Relling Brown Leather Armchair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Markington, GB
1970s Ingmar Relling chair, produced in Norway by the renowned 'Westnofa Møbelfabrikk' furniture makers, chair is covered in a brown leather, leather has a lovely patina and is in ve...
Leather, Bentwood
$1,631
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 31.5 in
Harald Relling for Westnofa Wing Wingback Brown Leather Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Wing Wingback lounge chair and ottomane were designed by Harald Relling and were produced by Westnofa in Norway. It´s the lowback version. They are made from brown aniline leath...
Steel, Chrome
$1,322
H 37.41 in W 35.83 in D 37.01 in
1970s, Danish swivel chair, original condition, brown furniture leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish swivel chair in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, stable construction. Classic Danish 70s design. Original brown leather, steel. Manufactured by Danis...
Steel
$1,795
H 38 in W 28 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Rocker Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bentwood rocker in rosewood and black leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Very comfy and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
Leather, Rosewood
Il Poltrone Lounge Chair by Comfort, Dark Gray Leather, 1973
By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli, Comfort, Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair from the i Potoni 175 series, designed by T. Ammannati and G.P. Vitelli in 1973. Dark gray leather upholstery wraps a deeply cushioned seat and back, with a distinctive ...
Leather, Acrylic, Upholstery
$36,400
H 29.34 in W 43.31 in D 34.65 in
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair in original leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell, 'Inca' lounge chair, leather, beech, Sweden, 1965. The iconic 'Inca' lounge chair in original leather, designed by Arne Norell. The back features thick buffalo leather...
Leather, Beech
$1,650
H 27.56 in W 40.56 in D 35.83 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Coronado' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Coronado' lounge chair, cognac leather, Italy, 1966 The 'Coronado' lounge chair is designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B talia. The seat has a...
Leather
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Leather, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brown leather lounge chair designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.5"H x 27.65"W x 32.0"D Seat H...
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell & Sven Ellekaer Armchair for Coja Sweden 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Paris, IDF
Comfortable armchair designed by Arne Norell for Coja, made in the 1960s. in Sweden. Black leather padded cushions draped in a dark stained wooden frame. Good original condition
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Brutalist Wood and Leather Safari Armchair, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
An imposing armchair with leather upholstery. A brutalist design. An imposing yet cozy standalone piece. The combination of dark-stained wood and brown leather is striking. The side...
Leather, Plywood
$15,995 / set
H 32.75 in W 35 in D 41 in
Brazilian Jangada Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues, Jean Gillon
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Anchored in the bold horizons of 1960s Brazilian modernism, the Jangada lounge chair and ottoman by Jean Gillon stands as a testament to artful craftsmanship, organic structure, and ...
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Maison Regain Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Maison Regain
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: France Designer: Maison Regain Manufacturer: Maison Regain Era: 1970 Materials: Leather Measurements: 37.5″ wide x 34.5″ deep x 32.25″ tall; Seat Height 15" Condition: Excel...
Leather
$8,000
H 28.35 in W 37.8 in D 36.23 in
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchair for Lafer MP, Black Leather, 1972
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchair for Lafer MP, wood and black leather, Brazil, 1972 The “MP-41” armchair by Percival Lafer embraces fluidity with a structure that appears weightless ...
Leather, Wood
1970s, Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Brown leather lounge chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Loose cushions in brown leather, dark brown plywood, brown ...
Leather, Canvas
$7,576
H 32.29 in W 37.41 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Maison Regain leather lounge chair in solid pine from the 1960´s
By Maison Regain
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare giant lounge chair in solid pine and patinated leather. Mid-century modern design chair From Maison Regain in France. Super comfortable brutalist beauty that will last forever.
Pine
$4,675 / item
H 32 in W 36 in D 34 in
Lawson-Fenning Ojai Lounge Chair, Solid Walnut & Tan Leather, Modern Club Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai lounge chair features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a single tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmad...
Leather, Walnut
$1,235
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic model - very confortable
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$14,750 / set
H 28 in W 41 in D 41 in
Craft Lounge Chairs, Lafer Lounge Chairs, Brown Leather and Walnut, Modern
By Craft Associates, Percival Lafer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chairs, lafer lounge chairs, brown leather and walnut, Modern Designer: Percival Lafer Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern S...
Leather, Walnut
$1,270
H 38.19 in W 26.78 in D 32.29 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Peter Opsvik for Westnofa, highback armchair.
By Peter Opsvik, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Peter Opsvik for Westnofa. Highback armchair with adjustable back. Original green furniture wool, dark oak wood, brown canvas. Original good condition: no ...
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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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If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.
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