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Lee Jofa Fabrics

Vintage Modern Waterfall Black Ottomans Kelly Wearstler Lee Jofa Fabric - a Set
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Wearstler’s Lee Jofa Modern Coquette fabric in Alabaster and Black. The sculptural bases feature a sleek
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Vintage 1980s Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Oscar De La Renta for Lee Jofa “Holland Flamestich in Cranberry Red” 22" Pillows
Located in Winder, GA
craftsmanship. These ruby red pillow will come front and back in Holland Flamestich by Lee Jofa. Fabric retails
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pillows and Throws

Materials

Velvet

Mulberry Lee Jofa “Bird Game” in Fig/Multi and Stone Velvet Fabric Sample
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
Fabric Swatch of Mulberry Lee Jofa "Game Birds" Velvet in Fig/Multi Please note - samples are
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21st Century and Contemporary American More Asian Art, Objects and Furni...

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Louis XV Painted Arm Chairs Newly Upholstered in Lee Jofa Floral Fabric
By Lee Jofa
Located in Locust Valley, NY
An elegant pair of French Louis XV style armchairs, newly upholstered in a luxurious Lee Jofa
Category

20th Century Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Pink Lee Jofa Hunt Slonen Bunny Hutch Pillows
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
We're obsessed with this happy fabric - in all colorways and incarnations! From Groundworks by Lee
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Henry Link Newly Upholstered Painted Coastal Rattan Sofa
By Henry Link
Located in Miami, FL
beach living newly upholstered 3-seater rattan sofa. The cushions have been upholstered with Lee Jofa
Category

Late 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Foam, Wood

Henry Link Newly Upholstered Painted Coastal Rattan Sofa
Henry Link Newly Upholstered Painted Coastal Rattan Sofa
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.25 in W 77 in D 34.75 in
Pair of Contemporary "Channels" Pillows for Lee Jofa Groundworks in Blue
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
shades of varying blues on a white linen background, this fabric is sure to please. Officially called
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric, Linen

Pair of 21” Pillows from Lee Jofa “Hutch” Bunny Hutch in Navy
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
We're obsessed with this happy fabric - in all colorways and incarnations! From Groundworks by Lee
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Pair Wing Chairs Newly Upholstered in Lee Jofa Chinese Lantern II in Spring
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
Presenting a pair of elegant English traditional wing chairs, newly upholstered in Lee Jofa
Category

Early 2000s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Pair of Mulberry for Lee Jofa Game Birds Velvet in Forest Down-Filled Pillows
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
Lovely velvet rich and luxurious fabric from Lee Jofa. Game Birds features….well…..game birds. (I
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Th...

Materials

Textile

Pair of Velvet Mulberry for Lee Jofa Game Birds in Fig & Multi & Stone Pillows
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
Lovely velvet rich and luxurious fabric from Lee Jofa. Game Birds features….well…..game birds. (I
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile

Fabric Remnant of Mulberry Lee Jofa Silk
By Mulberry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
T/243 - Important tissue for a bed headboard or armchair or..other. Very elegant and sturdy. With an interesting price because I'm closing activities.
Category

Early 2000s English Other Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Silk

Fabric Remnant of Mulberry Lee Jofa Silk
Fabric Remnant of Mulberry Lee Jofa Silk
$299
H 59.06 in W 63 in D 0.04 in
Pair of Danish Art Deco Club Chairs/ Bergeres in Mahogany w/ Upholstery, c. 1920
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
. Denmark, circa 1920. Upholstered in a cotton ruby red Lee Jofa fabric "Thistle Stripe". Note: You should
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Harvey Probber Tuxedo Sofas in Lee Jofa Upholstery
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Lee Jofa. The fabric has a beautiful pattern, a tight weave with nubby design details. We did a single
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Harvey Probber Tuxedo Sofas in Lee Jofa Upholstery
Pair of Harvey Probber Tuxedo Sofas in Lee Jofa Upholstery
$36,000 / set
H 28 in W 84.5 in D 32.5 in
Queen Headboard Upholstered in Magenta Kelly Wearstler Fabric
Located in Dallas, TX
Queen size headboard upohlstered in Lee Jofa Magenta Bengal Bazaar Fabric by Kelly Wearstler
Category

2010s Other Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Stylish Restored Pair of Modern Barrel Lounge or Club Chairs, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
custom upholstery in a fine neutral Lee Jofa ultra-suede fabric. The price listed is for the pair
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Rattan

Recent Sales

Pair of American Walnut Federal Side Chairs
By Anthony Baratta
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of American walnut Federal side chairs. Newly upholstered slip seats in Lee Jofa- Diamond
Category

Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs

Very Rare Three-Part English Settee
Located in New York, NY
pieces, two corner arms, middle section for either foot stool or side table. Upholstered in Lee Jofa
Category

Antique 19th Century British Sectional Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Very Rare Three-Part English Settee
Very Rare Three-Part English Settee
H 36 in W 65 in D 26.5 in
Hollyhock "Mimi" Chair Inspired by a 19th Century Bergere
By Hollyhock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rheinstein*Hollyhock for Lee Jofa “Mimi” fabric in Neutral (one available off-the-floor). Please inquire
Category

2010s American Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hollyhock "Ridgewood" Dining Chair
By Hollyhock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
comfortable saddle seat. Shown upholstered in Suzanne Rheinstein*Hollyhock for Lee Jofa “City Stripe” fabric
Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hollyhock "Ridgewood" Dining Chair
Hollyhock "Ridgewood" Dining Chair
H 39 in W 22.5 in D 23.5 in
Vintage Barrel Swivel Wicker Chair in Lee Jofa Fabric
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Vintage Barrel swivel wicker chair in Lee Jofa fabric. Newly reupholstered.
Category

20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Charlton Floating Sofa with Lee Jofa Fabric
By Charlton Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charlton floating walnut box sofa! Newly reupholstered with a cream and black Lee Jofa fabric. Sofa
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Luscious Down Loveseats with Lee Jofa Fabric
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two very comfortable small sofas covered in Lee Jofa fabric inspired by Fortuny; velvet lining
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Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Down

Chess Chair in Lee Jofa Fabric by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
designed for those edge-of-your-seat moments around any game board. Upholstered here in a Lee Jofa fabric
Category

2010s European Swivel Chairs

Materials

Jacquard

Pair of 1940s Armchairs in Lee Jofa Fabric
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Vintage armchairs or fireside chairs, updated in a neutral beige/taupe Lee Jofa patterned fabric
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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Pair of 1940s Armchairs in Lee Jofa Fabric
Pair of 1940s Armchairs in Lee Jofa Fabric
H 40.5 in W 25.25 in D 22 in
Knole style sofa with Lee Jofa Floral Fabric
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Knole style loveseat covered in gorgeous poppy adorned Lee Jofa fabric; 4 burnt orange wooden
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Late 20th Century American Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Vintage Newly Upholstered Slipper Chairs Lee Jofa Lilly Pulitzer Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Fabulous set of 1970's slipper chairs redone in a vibrant and gorgeous Lilly Pulitzer Lee Jofa
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Vintage 1970s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Laminate, Wood

Set of 6 Vintage Newly Upholstered Slipper Chairs Lee Jofa Lilly Pulitzer Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Fabulous set of six 1970's slipper chairs redone in a vibrant and gorgeous Lilly Pulitzer Lee Jofa
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Vintage 1970s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Laminate, Wood

Lovely Pair of Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Benches Upholstered in Lee Jofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
and elegant Lee Jofa fabric, finished with brass nailheads.
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Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Louis XVI Style Sofa
Located in Milford, NH
Terrific Louis XVI Style sofa or settee beautifully appointed in stunning Lee Jofa fabric.
Category

20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Louis XVI Style Sofa
Louis XVI Style Sofa
H 39 in W 72 in D 31 in
Pair of Danish Arm Chairs with Upholstered Seats in Mahogany, c.1850
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
upholstered in Lee Jofa fabric.
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Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Armchairs

Pair Mid-Century Klismos Chairs by Kenneth Froy for Maison Art
By Kenneth Froy
Located in Hanover, MA
& white houndstooth by Diamond Baratta for Lee Jofa fabrics.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Stunning George Nelson Style Bench or Settee
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Houston, TX
woven Lee Jofa Fabric. Blonde wood frame is in excellent condition.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Lee Jofa Skirted English Arm Loveseat
By Lee Jofa
Located in Dallas, TX
loose back cushions, and tapered legs under a waterfall skirt. Upholstered in Lee Jofa linen fabric
Category

2010s Modern Loveseats

Materials

Linen, Wood

Lee Jofa Skirted English Arm Loveseat
Lee Jofa Skirted English Arm Loveseat
H 35.5 in W 60 in D 40 in
Rare Stylish Vintage Rattan Porters Chair by Willow and Reed
Located in Hopewell, NJ
. Complete with cushion newly upholstered in a snappy Ikat inspired Lee Jofa fabric. Seat height 20 arm
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Currey & Co. Circe Ottoman Bench Stool Greek Key Lee Jofa Flamestitch Velvet
By Lee Jofa, Currey & Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
!!!! WOW!! The seat cushion has been upholstered in a luxurious velvet chevron fabric by Lee Jofa called
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Steel

American Empire Sleigh Sofa in Mahogany Attributable to Meeks, circa 1835
By J. & J.W. Meeks
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
red colored Lee Jofa fabric Portiere Weave, an Italian damask, and is ready for installation in your
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Antique 1830s American American Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Lee Jofa Lounge Chair with Ottoman H4311
Located in Pasadena, TX
Caprice chair with matching ottoman by Lee Jofa. Chair has brass casters along with the ottoman as
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Classical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Hollywood Regency Fretwork Arm Chair with Parish Hadley Botanical Floral Fabric
By Lee Jofa, Parish - Hadley 1
Located in Lambertville, NJ
-Hadley's iconic Maisie 100% Linen botanical floral fabric in Tan/Leaf colorway by Lee Jofa. Beautiful
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20th Century Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Gilt Bamboo Footstool or Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
Lee Jofa Chinese Peony chintz fabric. A compact but sturdy size this bench works well between two
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of California Modern Lou Hodges Lounge Chairs and Ottomans, 1979, Signed
By Lou Hodges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jofa velvet fabric. The set is signed with maker stamps to the frames and dated October 12, 1979. Ideal
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Antique French Neoclassical Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
painted finish. Upholstered in a custom Lee Jofa floral fabric.
Category

Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of English 1940s Faux Bamboo White Armchairs
Located in Stamford, CT
upholstered in Lee Jofa Chinese Peony chintz fabric. Measures: Seat is 21" H, arm is 31" H.
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Vintage 1940s English Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair French Painted Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
antiquing and distressing. The chairs are upholstered in Allegra Hicks fabric from Lee Jofa.
Category

20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair French Painted Side Chairs
Pair French Painted Side Chairs
H 38.5 in W 19 in D 17 in
Vintage Midcentury Floating Arm Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Hartville, OH
Fresh from a complete renovation and wrapped in the most decadent Lee Jofa snakeskin pattern
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Elegant Pair of Luxe Barrel Back Chairs with Brass Legs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Ico Parisi
Located in Houston, TX
Perfect pair of barrel back lounge chairs upholstered in a cream Lee Jofa woven fabric. Brass
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Vintage 1960s North American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Gorgeous Pair of Restored Vintage Loungers in Maple and Mahogany
Located in Atlanta, GA
in a fine Lee Jofa cream ulta-suede fabric. Measures: The arm height is 22.5". The price listed is
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Extremely Comfortable English Style Lounge Chair and Matching Ottoman
Located in North Salem, NY
style lounge chair and matching ottoman with 80% Down-20% Feather cushions are covered in a Lee Jofa
Category

Antique 19th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Jute, Cotton, Mahogany, Maple

Pair of Lee Jofa Skirted Armchairs
By Lee Jofa
Located in Dallas, TX
tapered legs under a waterfall skirt. Upholstered in Lee Jofa fabric. Excellent condition with no rips
Category

2010s Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Lee Jofa Skirted Armchairs
Pair of Lee Jofa Skirted Armchairs
H 36.75 in W 32 in D 40 in
Game Birds by Mulberry for Lee Jofa in multi and stone linen-a pair
By Lee Jofa
Located in Winder, GA
Beautiful pair of complete covers with down inserts done in Mulberry linen fabric by Lee Jofa. This
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2010s American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Pair of Kreiss Paint Decorated Fauteuils in Lee Jofa Pugs and Petals Fabric
By Kreiss
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of oversized Kreiss fauteuils having cream paint decorated frames in Lee Jofa pugs and petals
Category

20th Century French Provincial Armchairs

1950s Italian Brass Chiavari Side Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian brass Chiavari chair. New seat cushion upholstered in Lee Jofa louvered maze cut velvet
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sumptuous Set of Eight French Carved Walnut and Bronze Gilded Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
comfortable with neutral Lee Jofa heavy linen fabric. Very impressive in scale and were just tightened and
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Antique 19th Century French Jacobean Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Exceptional Pair of Vintage Loungers in the Style of Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
wonderful color, sheen and depth. Newly upholstered in a fine Lee Jofa ultra-suede fabric. Custom upholstery
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Elegant Restored Pair of Walnut Cane Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
intact and complete. Upholstered in a fine neutral Lee Jofa ultra-suede fabric. Expert custom upholstery
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Set of 4 Chinoiserie Side Chairs for the Viceroy Miami
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in Saint Louis, MO
chair that has been updated in Kelly Wearstler for Groundworks / Lee Jofa linen fabric called Edo Linen
Category

Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

New Durham Upholstered Arm Chair w/ skirt in Lee Jofa Fabric
Located in Chamblee, GA
New Lee Jofa Durham chair frame upholstered in a green and white floral Lee Jofa fabric. The arm
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21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Ariel Armchair in Lee Jofa Fabric on Square Tapered Legs
Located in Chamblee, GA
The Lee Jofa Ariel chair frame is upholstered in a Lee Jofa fabric on square tapered legs in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lounge Chairs

Pair of Faux Bamboo Caned Chairs with Lee Jofa Fabric
Located in Raleigh, NC
condition. The frame is faux bamboo. The fabric is Lee Jofa.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Lee Jofa Ariel Chair with Hand Carved Legs on Casters
Located in Chamblee, GA
in a Lee Jofa fabric of subtle hues of pale blue, beiges, tan, and chocolate brown. Landmarks of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs

19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Slipper Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Re-upholstered in Suzanne Rheinstein*Hollyhock/Lee Jofa fabric in "Elsie Velvet."
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Hartford Style Wing Chair
By Fineberg
Located in Bedford, NY
WING CHAIR WITH MAHOGANY LEGS ATTRIBUTED TO FINEBERG OF HARTFORD --LEE JOFA FABRIC- 21 "HT SEAT
Category

Vintage 1930s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hartford  Style  Wing  Chair
Hartford  Style  Wing  Chair
H 45 in W 34 in D 29 in
A Pair of Charles X French Mahogany Turned Stools, c. 1830
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rheinstein* Hollyhock Lee Jofa fabric "City Stripe" in Taupe)
Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Stools

A Italian Louis XV-style, Painted Armchair with Gilt Highlights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in Suzanne Rheinstein*Hollyhock Lee Jofa fabric, "Glazed Silk" in platinum.
Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Armchairs

Large Lee Jofa Sofa
By Lee Jofa
Located in Chamblee, GA
Large sofa upholstered in an off-white and gray geometric fabric with Lee Jofa trim and brass nail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Trimming

Large Lee Jofa Sofa
Large Lee Jofa Sofa
H 36 in W 83 in L 36 in
French Empire Style Mahogany Canape with Parcel-Gilt
Located in San Francisco, CA
and with two bolsters in a cheetah pattern Lee Jofa fabric, above a radial carved seat rail raised on
Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Directoire Painted Ladies' Chair
Located in Carmel, CA
paint is original. The Lee Jofa fabric is a tea stained hand printed fabric with contrast welt cord
Category

Antique 1790s French Directoire Bergere Chairs

Materials

Paint

Malibu Club Chair
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
version is covered in Lee Jofa fabric. Each chair is bench made and features a hardwood frame, double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Malibu Club Chair
Malibu Club Chair
H 28 in W 46 in D 36 in
Malibu Loveseat
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
version is covered in Lee Jofa fabric. Each chair is bench made and features a hardwood frame, double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Malibu Loveseat
Malibu Loveseat
H 28 in W 78 in D 36 in
Malibu Sofa
By Kelly Wearstler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
is covered in Lee Jofa fabric. Each chair is bench made and features a hardwood frame, double doweled
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Malibu Sofa
Malibu Sofa
H 28 in W 104 in D 36 in
David Easton for Lee Jofa "Althorp" Chintz Floral Fabric
By Lee Jofa, David Easton
Located in Oakland Park, FL
David Easton for Lee Jofa "Althorp" Chintz floral fabric. 2 yards x 52" W.
Category

1990s North American Country Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile

Antique Lounge Chair in Graffito Linen by Kelly Wearstler
Located in Charlottesville, VA
in this modern and fetching Lee Jofa fabric are available as well to employ as a bundle for a sitting
Category

Early 20th Century American Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur Paisley Velvet Fabric
By Southwood & Co.
Located in Westport, CT
Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur paisley velvet fabric. Great condition
Category

Vintage 1940s American William and Mary Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

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Lee Jofa Fabrics For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of lee jofa fabrics available for sale. The range of distinct lee jofa fabrics — often made from fabric, wood and laminate — can elevate any home. Lee jofa fabrics have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of lee jofa fabrics to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern and Neoclassical lee jofa fabrics are of considerable interest. Kreiss, Lee Jofa and Parish - Hadley each produced beautiful lee jofa fabrics that are worth considering.

How Much are Lee Jofa Fabrics?

Lee jofa fabrics can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $950 and the highest can go for as much as $8,000.

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.