Ligna Adjustable Swivel Office Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
By Ligna
Located in Praha, CZ
Its sculptural bentwood armrests, elegant wooden swivel base, and adjustable seating position combine comfort with refined craftsmanship.
Other
Classic Josef Hoffman for Ligna Set of Five Bentwood and gut Chairs / Czech
By Ligna, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Set of five No. 811 Thonet arm chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman made by Ligna / Czechoslovaka.. The chairs feature an iconic bentwood frame design with squa...
Cane, Bentwood
Set of Armchairs Designed by Thonet and Manufactured by Ligna in the 1950s
By Ligna, Thonet
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Remarkable set of armchairs, designed by Thonet and expertly manufactured by Ligna in the 1950s. Combining Thonet's visionary design aesthetic with Ligna's craftsmanship, these armch...
Rattan, Bentwood
Vintage Bent Wood & Wicker Cafe Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Ligna
By Ligna, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of six vintage mid century Bentwood Prague Model 811 cafe dining chairs were made in Czechoslovakia by Ligna circa 1960 based on the original design by Austrian architects J...
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
Vintage Bent Wood & Wicker Cafe Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Ligna
By Ligna, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of four vintage mid century Bentwood Prague Model 811 cafe dining chairs were made in Czechoslovakia by Ligna circa 1960 and based on the original design by Austrian archite...
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann, Ligna, Mid-Century Modern, Bistro Chairs, Czech Republic, 1970s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Stamford, CT
Josef Hoffmann, Ligna, Mid-Century Modern, Bistro Chairs, Czech Republic, 1970s A pair of No. 811 Prague armchairs and one side chair, designed by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, Czech Re...
Bentwood
1950's Bentwood Swivel Armchair by Ligna Prague
By Ligna
Located in Brno, CZ
Elegant and timeless, this swivel armchair was designed and produced in the 1950’s by the TON Company in Czechoslovakia. It has however the markings of the LIGNA label, which can be ...
Fabric, Beech
Vintage Ligna Bentwood Black Ebonized Cane Bistro Side Chairs - a Pair
By Ligna
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Ligna Bentwood Black Ebonized Cane Bistro Side Chairs - a Pair.
Cane, Wood
1960s Ligna Bentwood Armchair by Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in London, Lambeth
Chair designed by Ligna in the style of Thonet, circa 1960 Manufactured in Czechoslovakia.
Bentwood
Ligna Thonet B9 bentwood chair 1940s Wiener Stuhl
By Ligna
Located in Den Haag, NL
This copy of the chair was made in the 1940s by Ligna in the former Czechoslovakia. Ligna is a nationalized Thonet factory after the Second World War.
Bentwood
Pair of Bentwood Armchairs Model B9-209 by Ligna, 60s
By Ligna
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice pair of bentwood armchairs produced by Ligna in the 60s Model B9/209
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Thonet Bentwood Armchair Ligna, 1960s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Ligna
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice and rare Gebr Thonet armchair Black ebonized bentwood .Manufactured and signed by Ligna Czechoslovakia 1960s Original upholstery.
Bentwood
Chair designed by Ligna in the style of Thonet, circa 1940.
By Ligna
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vintage Bentwood Armchair by Ligna – Czechoslovakian Design, Circa 1940 – A Classic Thonet-Inspired Piece Elevate your space with this stunning bentwood armchair designed by Ligna i...
Rattan, Bentwood
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H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
No. 811 Prague Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, 1970s, Set of 4
By Ligna, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 bentwood and cane webbing dining chairs designed by Jozef Hoffman for Thonet and produced by Ligna from the 1970s in the czech republic.
Rattan, Bentwood
Set of Four Prague Style Bentwood Chairs by Ligna
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Set of four Prague style bentwood chairs by Ligna. All are signed.
Sold
H 31 in W 19.25 in D 21.25 in
Vintage Bent Wood & Wicker Cafe Arm Chair by Josef Hoffman for Ligna
By Josef Hoffmann, Ligna
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Bentwood Prague Model 811 cafe dining chair was made in Czechoslovakia by Ligna circa 1960 and based on the original design by Austrian architects Josef Hoff...
Cane, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Set of 4 Thonet chairs, Model 209, manufactured by Ligna 1960
By Michael Thonet
Located in Kampen, NL
Designed after Michael Thonet’s original concept, the Model 209 exemplifies the lightness, strength, and refined craftsmanship of bentwood furniture. The chairs retain their original...
Cane, Bentwood
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H 30.32 in W 16.54 in D 16.74 in
Set Of Four Ligna For Thonet Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia 30s
By Michael Thonet, Ligna
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
4 Chairs designed by Thonet, for Ligna, Czechoslovakia, circa 30s. The Ligna brand, was one of several Thonet factories. The structure is made of bent beechwood. 2 of them carry its...
Beech
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H 30.32 in W 22.45 in D 23.23 in
Brothers Thonet Set of 8 Armchairs for Ligna Drevounia, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Ligna
Located in Antwerpen, BE
These classic chairs have solid dark stained bentwood frame and a cane webbing seating. They have been the favorite of Le Corbusier.
Cane, Bentwood
Oswald Haerdtl Bent Plywood Barrel Chair
By Oswald Haerdtl, Ligna
Located in everton lymington, GB
This vintage dining chair was designed by Oswald Haerdtl and produced in 1955. It is made from beech and bent plywood It has a spring base with a black vinyl seat. The chair is marke...
Bentwood
$3,850 / set
H 37.8 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Set of Four Vintage Prague 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chairs for Stol Kamnik 1950s
Cane, Bentwood
$4,720Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.75 in W 20 in D 20 in
Josef Hoffman for Thonet Set of Six Bentwood and Cane Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature an iconic bentwood frame design with square shaped arms and a caned seat and back. E...
Bentwood
$382Sale Price|30% Off
H 34.65 in Dm 16.93 in
Thonet No. 15 Chair by Michael Thonet, Beech & Cane, Slovenia, 1960
By Michael Thonet
Located in Ljubljana, SI
1 of 2 Thonet No. 15 chairs was manufactured 1960. The chair was designed by Michael Thonet in 1859. It features a beech bentwood frame with cane. Clear wood finish. Wood and ca...
Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood
1960s, Fana Metaal Schiedam, Adjustable Swivel Office Chair
By Fana Metaal, Gispen, Paul Schuitema
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
Metal, Chrome
$5,195 / set
H 32.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Sylve Stenquist for Dux Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Sylve Stenquist, Dux of Sweden
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Sylve Stenquist for Dux Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 21 deep x 32.5 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18.25 i...
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
$3,895 / set
H 31 in W 18.75 in D 19.5 in
E. Knudsen for Jensen & Lykkegaard Model 47 Teak, Cane Dining Chair - Set of 4
By E. Knudsen, Jensen & Lykkegaard
Located in Franklin Park, IL
E. Knudsen for Jensen & Lykkegaard Model 47 Mid Century Danish Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 18.75 wide x 19.5 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat heigh...
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
$5,478 / set
H 32.88 in W 16.74 in D 22.05 in
Wicker Vintage Dining Chairs Karl Fostel Sen's Erben Sonett Vienna 1950
By Karl Fostel Sen’s Erben
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern wicker vintage set of three dining chairs or patio chairs for indoor and outdoor by Karl Fostel Sen´s Erben for Sonett, Vienna. The legs from black lacquered metal...
Metal
Thonet Sider Chairs Attributed to Marcel Kammerer
By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Vienna, AT
Katalog No, A 335 beech bentwood with plywood seat and backrest attributed to Marcel Kammerer. Professionaly restored. Signed Thonet on the frame.
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
$615
H 35.04 in W 23.23 in D 22.83 in
Mid-Century Danish Swivel Architects Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen, 1960s
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Hamburg, DE
The classic architect's chair by Kevi (Fritz Hansen) in a special color. The special thing about this chair is its simplicity. No upholstery, no endless adjustment options. A solid ...
Metal
$20,980 / set
H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Six Josef Hoffmann Mid-Century Modern Chairs, Austria, 1925
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Set of six Josef Hoffmann chairs, circa 1925 This refined chair, part of a set of six attributed to Josef Hoffmann and dating to around 1925, showcases the architect’s unmistakable a...
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Thonet Bentwood Armchairs - a Pair
By Thonet
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Rare vintage set of mid century Thonet bentwood armchairs. Bright, striking orange. Can't find these chairs anywhere. The seat back actually reclines a little. The tag says blended c...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,400 / set
H 32 in W 18 in D 22 in
Set of Six Josef Hoffmann-designed “Prague” Bentwood & Cane Chairs
By Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a mix of the classic seating styled after the iconic 1925 Model No. 811 "Prague" chair. Armless side chairs in the front row and armchairs with fluid, looping bentwood ar...
Cane, Bentwood
$9,091
H 32.68 in W 27.96 in D 23.63 in
Office Swivel Chair FK84 Fabricius & Kastholm Alfred Kill International, 1968
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare original FK 84 lounge chair designed by Fabricius & Kastholm, a refined expression of Scandinavian modernism from 1968. This authentic example features a sculpturally contour...
Stainless Steel
$5,230 / set
H 37.41 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Set Of Four Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chair Made by STOL Kamnik 1960s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Set of Four Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Armchair Made by STOL Kamnik 1960s
Bentwood
Vintage Swivel Desk Chair by Jansko
By Jansko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This high back desk chair features shapely vinyl swivel seat and sturdy metal base. Stylish Mid-Century Modern design adds retro appeal to home or business office. Fixed seat height ...
Pair of Thonet Style Bentwood Armchairs, C1960
By Thonet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of hard to find bentwood armchairs in the style of Thonet. In very good vintage condition with minimal wear. Have other sets that can be combined but these are the only...
Beech
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$792Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$12,831 / set
H 29.93 in W 37.8 in D 38.59 in
Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...
Alpaca, Wood
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
Brass
$2,237Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17
By Thonet
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17 This exceptional set of four bentwood beech chairs, produced by the renowned manufacturer Thonet, features the iconic Model 17, more commonly ...
Bentwood, Straw, Beech
Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Very rare blac secession Thonet chair.
Beech, Bentwood
$3,750 / set
H 25 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Murano Glass Sconces, Hand-Blown Smoked Glass on Brass Frame, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass sconces, each crafted with a single curved panel of hand-blown smoked glass on a brass frame. We love the modern style and hand-crafted quality of these sconces....
Brass
$2,098
H 36.23 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Early Nr 5 Chair Thonet Made for First International Exposition in London in 185
By Thonet
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Early model of chair created by thonet in 1851 for first international exposition of London. This example shows some differences with the 2 chairs on catalogue and is a mixed betwee...
Nutwood, Plywood
$23,000
H 29.5 in W 97 in D 40 in
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Velvet, Chrome, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1969 The revolutionary and unique 'Soriana' three-seat sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarp...
Chrome
$4,500 / item
H 36 in Dm 32.5 in
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut o...
Brass
$6,993
H 38.98 in W 44.89 in D 20.28 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood and Rattan Settee by Thonet Brothers
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare Vienna Secessionist bentwood and rattan settee by Thonet Brothers. The settee can be found in old Thonet catalogues and based on the paper label underneath, the seat was manufac...
Rattan, Bentwood
$4,995 / set
H 32 in W 20.75 in D 19 in
4 Black Bentwood & Cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 Armchairs for Stendig by Thonet
By Stendig Co., Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
Iconic vintage Bauhaus black painted bentwood & cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 armchairs imported by Stendig for Thonet, a set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these ar...
Cane, Bentwood, Paint
$2,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 20 in D 17 in
Set of 5 Josef Frank Prague Chairs Made in Czechoslovakia, circa 1970s
By Josef Frank, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of five bentwood armchairs design attributed to Josef Frank, marked Made in Czechoslovakia. The chairs are constructed of steam bent wood, probably beech, and nylon, ...
Beech, Bentwood
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.
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