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Set of 25 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Teak Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs for the Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak dining chair and other dining chairs
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 0.52 in Dm 0.41 in
Builder’s Half Model of the Schooner Yacht Migrant
Located in Norwell, MA
Exquisite builder’s half model of the lawley built three masted Schooner migrant. Designed by Henry
Category
Vintage 1920s North American Models and Miniatures
Materials
Wood
Single Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chair in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall
Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Set of 4 Teak Model 42 Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice set of 4 classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 42 armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Teak Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen.
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A set of four chairs model 42 designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacture Schou
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.93 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Teak Z-Chair, Model 42, by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s, Set of 4
By Kai Kristiansen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Elshout, NL
Kai Kristiansen : Model 42
The Z chair, also referred to as chair #42, by design of Kai
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 15.75 in
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
By Yngve Ekström, Nesto, Pastoe
Located in Delft, NL
Afro Teak Nesto Chairs , Model SH41 by Pastoe , 1960s
Afro teak chairs designed for Nesto in
Category
20th Century Dutch Chairs
Materials
Teak
Dining Room Chairs, Model 42, Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen, 1960
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, designed by the renowned Danish
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen chairs, model 42, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of 4 iconic teak chairs model 42 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Made in Denmark in the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
4 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak, Designed By Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four dining room chairs, model 31, designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen around the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in teak designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
statement piece with an organic touch, this set of four Model 3107 Seven chairs in teak stands as a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Set of Two '2' Rare Model 42 Arm Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik
By Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Deland, FL
orange vinyl offset by the solid teak frames with exceptional woodgrains this exquisite set of arm chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.5 in W 24.75 in D 22.5 in
Rare Midcentury Teak Rocking Chair by Frederik Kayser Model 599 Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Rare Mid Century Modern Teak Rocking Chair, Frederik Kayser Model 599 By Norway, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 35.04 in
Set of Four Dining Chairs Model Lene Made In Teak By Arne Vodder From 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four teak dining chairs, known as model "Lene", is a beautiful example of Danish
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 16.54 in
4 Neils O Moller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 Teak Dining Chairs by J.L. Mollers
By J. L. Möller Höjbjerg, Neils O. Möller
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Neils O Moeller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 teak dining chairs by J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 31.25 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Set of Six T21 Fire Model Chairs, Korup Stolefabrik, 1960s
By Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of Danish chairs model T21 so called "Fire" chairs produced by Korup Mobelfabrik.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Easy Chair and Stool Model 12 by Kurt Østervig, 2010s.
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Easy Chair and Stool Model 12 by Kurt Østervig, 2010s.
Lounge chair and footstool in
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 36.03 in W 40.56 in D 35.44 in
Rare Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Rare sofa in teak and faux dark brown leather from the High Court of Chandigarh (Sector 1, Capitol
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 30.32 in W 63.78 in D 28.75 in
Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Midcentury Model G-45 Floor Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
model G45 has a solid brass stand and the lamp holder is made of black painted wood. Not original shade
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Off White Leather Small Sofa Attributed to Ekornes
By Ekorness
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Scandinavian Modern small leather sofa Attributed to Ekornes comprised of a teak
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
H 32.5 in W 68 in D 36 in
Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Eight Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs inc. Custom Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Set of 8 Grete Jalk oak & teak dining chairs, 6 side, 2 carvers
By Grete Jalk, Sibast
Located in London, GB
An incredibly rare set of 8 dining chairs by Grete Jalk.
Model 32-42 designed by Grete Jalk in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak, Leather
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
6 Kai Kristainsen Model 31 Solid Oak Danish Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kristiansen Model 31 in teak and rosewood also available.
Seat Height 18.50
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Model V11 Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 26.78 in W 85.04 in D 31.3 in
De Sede DS-31 Three-Seat Sofa in Teak Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-31 model series is one of the classics of our manufacture. This is where design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 85.83 in D 33.86 in
De Sede DS-31 High Backrest Chair in Teak Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-31 model series is one of the classics of our manufacture. This is where design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 39.77 in W 36.23 in D 33.86 in
De Sede DS-31 High Backrest Chair in Teak Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-31 model series is one of the classics of our manufacture. This is where design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 39.77 in W 36.23 in D 33.86 in
De Sede DS-31 Three-Seat Sofa in Teak Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-31 model series is one of the classics of our manufacture. This is where design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 85.83 in D 33.86 in
Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler "214" coffee table, 1960s
By Jason Møbler, Kurt Østervig
Located in Neuss, NW
solid wood frame made of teak with a shelf made of braided reed.
lower table top: 42 cm
Quality
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Reed, Teak
"Minerva" coffee table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, 1960s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful coffee table, model "Minerva", by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Reed, Teak
20th Century Executive Desk by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brugge, BE
'Model 70'
1950s
Denmark
Teak
72cm high, 172cm wide, 85cm deep
Kai Kristiansen embodies the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
H 28.35 in W 67.72 in D 33.47 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Jeanneret Upholstered Bridge chairs, Mid-Century Modern, Model PJ-SI-42-A. Chic pair of Jeanneret
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa Set, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
sofa/chair set, Mid-Century Modern, Model PJ-SI-42-B and PJ-SI-42-A attributed to Pierre Jeanneret with
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 64 in D 29 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
-Century Modern, Model PJ-SI-42-B attributed to Pierre Jeanneret with special markings on the back of the
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Design Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret 'Senat' Chair Designed for Chandigarh's High Court, 1959-60
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Authentic original unrestored Pierre Jeanneret 'Senat' chair finished in beautifully grained Teak
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 35.83 in W 23.23 in D 25.4 in
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
H 6.11 in W 35.04 in D 9.85 in
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
This is a elegant floating console/ nightstand. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
if to evoke the solemn functions of the place, this model has a base made up of two important and
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Rosewood Nightstands by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Almost as if to evoke the solemn functions of the place, this model has a base made up of two important
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A pair of sought-after model 42 teak dining chairs designed in 1956 by renowned Danish designer Kai
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Vintage Danish Teak Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
Set of six model #42 dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen. Features a solid teak frame with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
12 Kai Kristiansen Chairs model 42 in Teak CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY AVAILABLE
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Zurich, CH
12 Kai Kristiansen, model 42, dining room chairs in teak. The chair has a pivoting back and smooth
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
O. Schjøll & B.K. Handest: Coffin of Solid Teak with Brass Fittings Model 68
By O. Schjøll & B.K. Handest, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Vejle, DK
Coffin of solid teak with brass fittings, fitted with strap made of core leather. Model 68. Made by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Teak
H 16.54 in W 33.86 in D 18.9 in
Set of Six Niels Otto Moller Dining Chairs Model 71 for Moller Models, Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Set of six Niels Otto Moller dining chairs model 71 for Moller Models, Denmark, 1960s.
Teak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in
Danish Teak Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, Denmark
Danish dining chairs CH29 in teak design: Hans J. Wegner.
2 pcs. Teak saw chairs model CH-29 from
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Rare Big Ottoman Model 272 Designed by Illum Wikkelsø for C.F. Christensen
By CFC Silkeborg, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Rare big ottoman / footstool model 272 in teak with black saddle leather by Illum Wikkelsø for C.F
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 17.33 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
O. Schjøll & B.K. Handest Coffin of Solid Oak with Brass Fittings Model 68
By O. Schjøll & B.K. Handest, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Vejle, DK
Randers furniture factory. Measures: H. 42 cm. L. 86 cm. B. 48 cm. 2 pieces in oak and 2 in teak available
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
H 16.54 in W 33.86 in D 18.9 in
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Model 42 Teak For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of model 42 teak for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of model 42 teak you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of model 42 teak bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular.
How Much is a Model 42 Teak?
Prices for a piece of model 42 teak can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $575 and can go as high as $14,379, while the average can fetch as much as $3,717.
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.
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