$4,500 / set
H 37 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Modern Ming Horseshoe Pair Chairs with Designer Geometric Cushions
By Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Known as “Quanyi” or “Horseshoe Chairs”, They are also known as “Ming “Dynasty” chairs.
Wood
(6) Hans J. Wegner CH24 'Wishbone' Danish Beech Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Norwalk, CT
Inspired by the graceful lines of traditional Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs, Wegner reimagined the form to create something more approachable: light, ergonomic, and suited for modern l...
Beech
Ming Dynasty Style Four Chinese Ceremonial Chairs
Located in Prato, Tuscany
These chairs were made between 1870 and 1875, during the Qing dynasty, but in the Ming style.
Hardwood
$2,875
H 38 in W 22 in D 17.5 in
Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Wedding Chair with Curving Back and Carved Splat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style elmwood wedding chair from circa 1900, with carved panels on the splat, curved arms, and gooseneck front posts.
Elm
$1,375
H 39 in W 20 in D 16 in
Ming Dynasty Style Natural Wood Wedding Side Chair with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A single Chinese Ming dynasty style vintage wedding side chair from the mid-20th century, with woven rattan seat, curving back splat and natural wood patina.
Wood, Rattan
$3,225 / set
H 37.75 in W 20 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Yoke Back Side Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Ming dynasty style yoke back side chairs from the early 20th century with woven rattan seats, curving back splats and natural wood patina.
Rattan, Wood
Ming Dynasty Child’s Safety Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Ming Dynasty Child’s Safety Chair with Bronze casters and all hand carved wood details. the Horseshoe Shaped back and fretwork on all sides is Ming.
Wood
$25,271
H 77 in W 60 in D 72 in
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
In 1943 Wegner began to design the first iterations of his Chinese chairs, taking inspiration from paintings of Dutch traders sitting in Ming dynasty chairs.
Cane, Oak
Pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty Tomb Funeral Pottery Chair Models
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Chinese stoneware horseshoe cross chairs circa Ming dynasty (15th-17th century). The miniature models were traditionally made as burial offering objects.
Stoneware
16th Century Pottery Model of a Folding Chair, Ming dynasty
Located in seoul, KR
This piece is an example of Mingqi, items specifically crafted for burial to accompany the deceased into the afterlife. The terracotta army is the most renowned example of such buria...
Pottery
$2,175
H 39 in W 23.5 in D 18.5 in
Ming Dynasty Style Wedding Chair with Carved Medallion and Curving Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Ming Dynasty style wooden wedding chair from the early 20th century, with carved medallion, curving armrests and natural wood patina.
Wood
$990Sale Price / set|89% Off
H 11 in W 7 in D 6 in
Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Ceramic Ox Bow Tomb Chair from Gracie Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese green glazed ceramic votive chair. Ming Dynasty 1368 A.D.–1644 A.D. Originally purchsed from Gracie Gallery, New York City; original label on base.
Ceramic
$3,300Sale Price / set|31% Off
H 16 in W 5 in D 4 in
Set of Refine Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Attendants and a Sedan Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of very refined green glazed attendants and one sedan chair, each with benevolent facial expression, beautiful colors and lines, Ming dynasty 1368-1644.
Pottery
$2,175
H 45 in W 23 in D 18 in
Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style antique scholar's chair from the early 20th century, with inset rattan back splat and seat.
Rattan, Wood
$2,938
H 37.8 in W 24.81 in D 18.9 in
Antique Chinese Marble Medallion Chair, Ming or Qing Dynasty, Carved Rosewood
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisitely carved Chinese black lacquered wood chair embodies the timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship of the Ming or Qing dynasties.
Rosewood
$4,475 / set
H 44 in W 23 in D 18 in
Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Scholar' Armchairs with Rattan Seats
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty style elm scholar's chairs from the early 20th century, with unusual upper rail, carved panels on the splats, curved arms and rattan seats.
Elm, Rattan
$2,056 / set
H 47.64 in W 25.99 in D 21.26 in
Set of 2 Chinese high-backed armchairs in the style of the Ming Dynasty, 1920
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Elegant pair of Chinese high-backed armchairs in the classic style of the Ming Dynasty, made around 1920. The chairs are characterized by their slender, upright shape and harmoniousl...
Elm
$3,250
H 39 in W 27 in D 22.5 in
18th Century English George III Period Mahogany Armchair with Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
The back has an elegant splat, a principal element of eighteenth-century English chairs. Splats are the center support for a chair’s open back and originated from the importation of ...
Mahogany
$1,350
H 38 in W 25 in D 23 in
Circa 1750, English Georgian ii Period Mahogany Armchair with Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
It originated from the importation of Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs during the previous century.
Mahogany
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 20 in D 20 in
CHINESE QING DYNASTY Triangle Palace Arm Chair Upholstered Seating RED
Located in Peoria, AZ
EYE-CATCHER! QING DYNASTY TRIANGLE ARM CHAIR! RED ENAMEL & SILK EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY DIMENSIONS: APPROX. 28" TALL BY 20" WIDE This phenomenally rare Qing dynasty styled p...
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Ming Chairs, a Pair
Located in Sarasota, FL
A pair of Chinese yoke-back Ming chairs (Qing Dynasty), made of hardwood and finely carved throughout.
Hardwood
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
$660Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 27 in D 20 in
Century Furniture Chin Hua Collection Horseshoe Arm Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Stafford, TX
Inspired by classic Chinese Ming dynasty forms, the chairs blend traditional Asian motifs with the refined craftsmanship and clean lines characteristic of Sobota’s work.
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Chinese Lacquered Tall Back Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and balanced proportions, these 19th-century tall back chairs exemplify the refined forms of Ming-dynasty furniture design.
Elm
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen China Chair, Rosewood and Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
It is model number FH4283, part of a series created by Wegner and produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. The chair pays tribute to furniture from the Chinese Ming dynasty.
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Chinese Low Back Official's Chairs, C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of elegant 19th-century elm wood chairs embody Ming-dynasty design with simple form yet complex construction.
Walnut
Ming Dynasty Style Chair
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Wood horseshoe round back chair in the style of Ming dynasty, with white and black upholstered seat.
Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 24.02 in D 24.81 in
Excellent Pair of 17th Century Ming Dynasty Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
***Autumn SALE*** This impressive pair of Shanxi province black lacquer round back or horseshoe chairs dates to the transitorial period between the late Ming and early Qing dynastie...
Elm, Lacquer
Cherrywood China Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
This famous chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming Dynasty.
Leather, Cherry
Unavailable
H 34.45 in W 24.81 in D 22.45 in
Early 1900s Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Elm Wedding Chair with Curving Back
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Elegant early 20th century Chinese Ming dynasty style elm wedding chair with curving back and carved splat.
Elm
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in
CH24, Wishbone Chairs by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1949, Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Inspired by portraits of Danish merchants, posing in Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs, Hans J. Wegner designed a small number of chairs, called 'China Chairs', characterized by the combin...
Papercord, Beech
Set of Four Wishbone Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
For this iconic design Wegner was inspired by portraits of Danish merchants sitting in Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs. We offer you a set of 4 vintage Wishbone chairs in very good cond...
Wood, Wicker
Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Side Chairs by Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage Henredon Ming Dynasty style side chairs with cane seats.
Cane, Wood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
In 1943 Wegner began to design the first iterations of his Chinese chairs, taking inspiration from paintings of Dutch traders sitting in Ming dynasty chairs.
Cane, Teak
Pair of 19th Century Ming Dynasty Style Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of Chinese hardwood chairs in well worn patina, crafted in the Ming dynasty style, late 19th century.
Wood, Paint
Pair of Ming Dynasty Hand Decorated Arm Chairs
Located in North York, ON
This exquisite pair of Ming Dynasty hand decorated arm chairs are a true piece of art.
Wood
Pair of Chinese Stone Back Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Ming Dynasty style rosewood chairs with circular stone backs, representing "Heaven", surrounded by carved billowing clouds, and feet with carved lingzhi, or "mushrooms of imm...
Stone
Fine Tall Back Chinese Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and balanced proportions, this mid-19th century tall back chair exemplifies the refined forms of Ming-dynasty furniture design.
Elm
Fine Tall Back Chinese Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and balanced proportions, this mid-19th century tall back chair exemplifies the refined forms of Ming-dynasty furniture design.
Elm
Pair of Chinese Ming Style Elm Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Chinese Ming dynasty style horseshoe chairs constructed from elm.
Elm
Six Mandarin Chairs Knoll Ettore Sottsass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Inspired by Chinese Ming Dynasty official chairs but wedded with a touch of his signature whimsy, these are a set of vintage chairs dated to 80s and still have the original Knoll fab...
Steel
Set of Very Refined Ming Dynasty Green Glazed Wedding Procession
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of very refined green glazed wedding procession, eight attendants each with benevolent facial expression, beautiful colors and lines, one horse and one sedan chair, Ming dynast...
Pottery
Sold
H 32 in W 31 in D 31 in
Vintage Ming Style Horseshoe Back Armchairs Newly Upholstered in Cowhide- Pair
By James Mont
Located in Chicago, IL
This stylish and chic interpretation of a Ming Dynasty horseshoe chair is very much in the style of pieces styled after James Mont's.
Stainless Steel
Chinese Antique Rose Chairs Pair Armchairs
Located in Somis, CA
Ming dynasty revolutionized the ancient chairs by elevating and streamlining them, removing frivolous decorations and refining them with superior woods and craftsmanship.
Wood
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Cherry
19th Century Chinese Emperor Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Rooted in ancient imperial courts and reinvigorated during the Ming dynasty, the emperor chair is also known as an “official’s hat chair” for the shape of the sculpted crest rail tha...
Elm, Lacquer
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Mahogany
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair Model 4283, Ash
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Ash
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283 with Original Seat Pad Marked
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Munich, DE
Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”.
Leather, Teak
Asian Modern Black Lacquer Armchair
Located in Trenton, NJ
This exquisite armchair is a true work of art, meticulously crafted to bring a touch of sophistication and cultural intrigue to your living space. Inspired by the Ming dynasty's gra...
Metal
Sold
H 42 in W 21 in D 18 in
Set of Six 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs in the Ming Dynasty Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of six 19th century Chinese rosewood, ( Hong Mu ), chairs in the Ming Dynasty style. circa 1870. The elegant shape to the backs is functional to accommodate your back.
Rosewood
Set of Four Ming Dynasty Style Side Chairs by Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four Ming dynasty side chairs with cane seats by Henredon.
Wood
Set of Eight Chinese Export Ming Style Horseshoe Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of eight carved hardwood Chinese export dining armchairs made in the Ming dynasty style. The chairs feature a hand-carved hardwood frame with a horseshoe shaped chair ra...
Brass
Pair of Ming Style Elm Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Chinese Ming dynasty style horseshoe chairs constructed from elm.
Elm
Ming Dynasty Figures
Located in San Francisco, CA
Four Green Glazed Terra Cotta Sedan Chair Bearers, Ming Dynasty (1364 - 1644).
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in
CH24, Wishbone Chairs 'Pair' by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1949
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Inspired by portraits of Danish merchants, posing in Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs, Hans J. Wegner designed a small number of chairs, called 'China Chairs', characterized by the combin...
Papercord, Oak
Sold
H 29.5 in W 21.7 in D 20.1 in
CH24 Wishbone Chairs 'Pair' by Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1949, New Seat
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Inspired by portraits of Danish merchants, posing in Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs, Hans J. Wegner designed a small number of chairs, called 'China Chairs', characterized by the combin...
Beech, Papercord
Ming Horseshoe Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique armchair after Ming Dynasty Horseshoe back chair. Measure: 20.5" seat height.
Elm
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in
CH24, Wishbone Chair by Hans J Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son 1949, Soap Treated Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Inspired by portraits of Danish merchants, posing in Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs, Hans J. Wegner designed a small number of chairs, called 'China Chairs', characterized by the combin...
Oak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.66 in D 20.08 in
CH24, pair of 2 Oak Wishbone Chair by Hans J Wegner, Carl Hansen & Son, 1949
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Inspired by portraits of Danish merchants, posing in Chinese Ming dynasty chairs, Hans J. Wegner designed a small number of chairs, called 'China Chairs', characterized by the combin...
Oak, Papercord
Black Ming Dynasty Lacquer Horseshoe Round Back Chairs
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Pair of horseshoe round back chairs, with black lacquer in the style of James Mont.
Upholstery, Wood
China Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Wegners famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; "China Chair".
Leather, Cherry
$1,085Sale Price|30% Off
H 18 in W 22 in D 17 in
Chinese Hongmu Carved Side Table Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chinese Hongmu Carved Side Table Qing Dynasty 19th century. Rare 19th century hand carved Chinese Qing Dynasty Hongmu hardwood side table. The top of the table has a wonderful rou...
Hardwood
$3,400
H 38 in W 24.5 in D 18.5 in
Chinese Rosewood 19th Century Chair with Hand Carved Back and Arm Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rosewood chair from the 19th century, with hand carved splat and arms. Born in China during the 19th century, this exquisite rosewood chair grabs our attention with its stu...
Rosewood
Pair of Fine Horseshoe Back Armchairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of elegant horseshoe back armchairs. Beautiful color, form and lines. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been appeared many times in " ARCHITECTURE...
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Armchairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of 19th century Chinese hardwood arm chairs, each with carved bats above a motif and surrounded by cherries and leaves, raised on square section legs united by st...
Hardwood
Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chinese Ming Dynasty Style side table with humpback stretcher. Chinese Ming Dynasty style side table from the mid 19th century with humpback stretchers, horsehoof feet and waiste...
Rosewood
$1,275
H 20.25 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Vintage Lamp Table with Humpback Stretchers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage side lamp table from the mid 20th century, with horse hoof feet and humpback stretchers. Created in China during the midcentury period, this lamp table features a s...
Wood
Chinese Carved Zitan Table-Form Stand, Republic Period, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved zitan wood display stand in the form of a round table, China, Republic Period, mid 20th century. The circular display stand carved from rare and precious zitan wo...
Zitan
$3,295 / set
H 38.25 in W 22.75 in D 18 in
Pair Antique Ming Style Chinese Qing Carved Hardwood Gilt Lacquer Throne Chairs
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of antique late 19th/early 20th Century Chinese Ming style carved, lacquered & gilt throne armchairs, Qing dynasty, circa 1900. This very attractive pair of antique carve...
Hardwood, Lacquer
$719Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 19 in
Antique Chinese Ming-Style Armchair, Hand-Crafted Hardwood, Circa 1890
Located in San Carlos, CA
Elevate Your Space with Timeless Elegance! Discover the allure of our Chinese Ming-style Antique Chair, a true gem that effortlessly blends history with sophistication. This exquis...
Hardwood
$4,375 / set
H 46.5 in W 22.5 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Qing Dynasty 19th Century Yoke Back Armchairs with Rattan Seats
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty period yoke-back chairs from the 19th century, made from natural wood with carved splats. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, each of this pair o...
Wood, Rattan
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 23 in W 23.5 in D 15 in
Rare Huanghuali Tabletop Cabinet Qing Dynasty 17th/18th C., Provenance.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Rare Huanghuali Tabletop Cabinet Qing Dynasty 17th/18th C., Provenance. Well balanced and solid structured tabletop cabinet made from huanghuali, (Chinese Rosewood). It dates to the...
Rosewood
$1,375
H 30 in W 20 in D 18 in
Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Diminutive Chair with Carved Back and Curving Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing Dynasty period unusual diminutive wooden chair from the early 20th century with carved back, curving legs and cross stretcher. This late Qing Dynasty period diminutive wo...
Wood
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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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.
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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.
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