$4,831 / item
H 28.75 in W 37.8 in D 40.56 in
1 of 4 Vintage Mimo Padova ‘Velasquez’ Seating Modules in Dove Gray Boucle, 70s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Zagreb, HR
Sleek and rare vintage ‘Velasquez’ seating modules by Italian manufacturer Mimo Padova. The four
Steel, Chrome
$16,848 / set
H 28.35 in W 38.59 in D 38.59 in
Mimo Padova Black Leader Modulaire Lounge chairs "Velasquez" - 1970
By Mimo Padova
Located in Oirlo, LI
Lounge chairs "Velasquez". Crafted in the 1970s by Mimo Padova, these Italian-made lounge chairs offer a
Leather
$11,112Sale Price / set|34% Off
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Lounge chairs Model Velasquez made by Mimo Padova, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Oirlo, LI
", straight from the 1970s. This set of two lounge chairs, produced by Mimo Padova in Italy, offers a unique
Fabric, Bouclé
$14,493 / set
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 38.19 in
Pair of Velasquez Slipper Chairs by Mimo Padova. Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
design editor manufacture Mimo J. Padova. New upholstery with a bouclé fabric. In the style of Pierre
Metal
Velasquez lounge chair by Mimo Padova 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in OSS, NB
Velasquez lounge chair by Mimo Padova , Italy 1970s. Newly reupholstered in a limited edition
Fabric
Sold
H 29.93 in W 38.59 in D 40.16 in
Mimo Padova Velasquez Modular Sofa in Brown Leather and Chrome, Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Very rare and beautiful brown leather and chrome Velasquez modular sofa by Mimo Padova, Italy 1970s
Chrome
Modular Sofa ‘Velasquez’ by Mimo Padova, Italy 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Modular sofa 'Velasquez' by Mimo Padova, Italy 1970s. Very comfortable sofa consisting out of three
Chrome
Modular Sofa ‘Velasquez’ by Mimo Padova, Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Modular sofa 'Velasquez' by Mimo Padova, Italy 1970s. Very comfortable sofa consisting out of four
Metal
Sold
H 28 in W 38 in D 40 in
Mid-Century Italian Velasquez Modular Sofa in Brown Leather & Chrome Mimo Padova
By Mimo Padova
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This "Velasquez" modular sofa, designed by Mimo Padova in the 1970s, is a striking example of Mid
Chrome
Sold
H 30.32 in W 37.8 in D 39.77 in
Stunning Velasquez Vintage Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather by Mimo Padova Italy
By Mimo Padova
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
by Mimo Padova Italy in 1970s. This unique design piece from Italy is very comfortable and is
Leather
Sold
H 30 in W 39 in D 39 in
Pair Ivory Boucle "Velasquez" Modular Lounge Chairs by Mimo Padova, Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in New York, NY
Pair of original "Velasquez" modular lounge chairs by Mimo Padova, Italy, 1970s. Very comfortable
Chrome
Sold
H 29 in W 35.5 in D 26 in
Pair of 'Velasquez' Lounge Chairs in Camel Chenille by Mimo Padova, Italy, 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Mimo Padova in the 1970s, this pair of sculptural ‘Velasquez’ lounge chairs channels
Chrome
Vintage Velasquez Lounge Chair, Mimo Padova, 1970s
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage Velasquez lounge chair with stunning chrome-wrapped profile/back and perfect chubby curves
Chrome
$16,000
H 29.14 in W 96.46 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Chenille, 1972
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” three seater sofa for B&B Italia, ivory chenille, Italy, 1971. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a large sof...
Foam, Chenille
On Hold|$24,155 / set
H 27.56 in W 187.01 in D 74.81 in
Mah Jong Vintage Modular Lounge Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois 1970
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional sofa was manufactured by Roche Bobois in France. Designed by Hans Hopfer. This is the 1st Version of Mah Jong from the 70ties. It is very rare. The f...
Upholstery, Fabric
$16,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 37.8 in D 36.23 in
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchairs for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 2
By Percival Lafer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Percival Lafer “MP-41” armchairs for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972 The “MP-41” armchairs by Percival Lafer embrace fluidity with a structure that appears weightles...
Leather, Wood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$3,895 / set
H 27 in W 14.63 in D 11.63 in
French Cabriole Leg Nightstands or Bedside Tables - Sold as a Pair
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pair of French bedside end tables or nightstands of wonderfully patinated cherrywood - each stand featuring a scalloped edge gallery over a serpentine frieze of three drawers ...
Metal, Brass
$5,500 / set
H 29.73 in W 20.28 in D 17.72 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 2
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of two. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of tw...
Leather, Beech
$6,038 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 36.23 in
Italian Mid-Century Modular Sofa or Seating Set in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and production, fully...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Ligne Roset Leather Togo Loveseat by Michel Ducajoy
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Ligne Roset Togo Leather Loveseat, designed by Michel Ducaroy, is an iconic piece known for its unique, low-profile, and ultra-comfortable design. Made entirely of dense foam, th...
Leather, Foam
Quadrifoglio table lamp by Harvey Guzzini, 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini, Gae Aulenti
Located in amstelveen, NL
Quadrifoglio lamp, Harvey Guzzini, 1970s. A stunning and very rare early edition vintage table Lamp designed by Harvey Guzzini in Italy. This model is called the 'Quadrifoglio' lamp...
Chrome
$1,932 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
Pair Pierre Cardin for Roche Bobois Low Chests, c 1980s
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Norwalk, CT
These glamorous low cabinets by Pierre Cardin feature gold washed brass with opalescent lacquered shell detail. The main body of the chests are finished in high gloss lacquer. The la...
Brass
Handcrafted Poplar Wood Screen/Room Divider
By Cassina
Located in Brussels, BE
Sculptural Elegance for Any Space This stunning handcrafted room divider, meticulously designed in solid poplar wood, features a unique interlocking pattern, this piece combines bot...
Poplar
$469
H 35.43 in W 25.59 in D 4.33 in
Italian Postmodern Tizio Table Lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide, 1970s
By Richard Sapper
Located in Hamburg, DE
The design classic from the Italian manufacturer Artemide according to a design by Richard Sapper from the 1970s. The Tizio convinces with its clear design language. A minimalist de...
Metal
$55,558 / set
H 27.56 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Large Mah Jong sofa in original fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois 35 pieces
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Large Mah Jong sectional sofa in original fabric designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in original fabric. The sofa features 35 pieces: 20 seat cushions 9 backrest (2 corner back...
Fabric, Foam
$29,000 / set
H 29.14 in W 96.46 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for Cassina, Ivory Chenille, 1972, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” three seater sofa for B&B Italia, ivory chenille, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like...
Foam, Chenille
$6,000 / set
H 28 in W 152 in D 90 in
Selig Large 7-Piece Sectional or Modular Parsons Sofa Set, Mid-Century Modern
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the USA, this 7-piece sectional sofa was produced by Selig in the early days of the company. Typically Selig is known today for importing Danish furniture and de...
Fabric
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.