Norwegian Bentwood Leather Chair
263
1
to
23
129
128
262
262
262
145
93
3
263
1
1
119
134
87
117
4
2
249
248
241
159
53
257
252
232
19
2
119
118
38
30
23
Sort By
Scandinavian modern Blonde bentwood Leather lounge chair by Bjarne Dahlqvist
By BD Möbel, OY BJ Dahlqvist
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Finnish chair features a blonde bentwood frame, tufted leather seat and backrest, a leather headrest
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch, Bentwood
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 24.02 in D 33.08 in
Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chair Leather, Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen, 1970s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
and varnished beech bentwood, this chair showcase a unique design by Jon Hjortdal for Velledalen
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 30.71 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Bentwood & Buffalo Leather Lounge Chairs by Giske Carlsen for Kleppe
By Kleppe Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
Live out your 1970's bungalow dreams with this rare pair of Norwegian Modern lounge chairs designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech, Bentwood
H 29 in W 25.5 in D 29 in
Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chairs in Leather by Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
remarkably comfortable piece. Crafted from stained and varnished beech bentwood, the chair features a unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 30.71 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
Sought After Vintage Original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Bentwood Siesta Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Markington, GB
Retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood unusual light wood siesta
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric, Leather
H 38.98 in W 28.75 in D 33.47 in
Postmodern Black Cantilevered Chairs by Terje Hope, Norway, 1980s, Set of 4
By Møremøbler
Located in Rīga, LV
This “Spring“ chair was designed by Terje Hope in 1984 and produced by Møremøbler A / S. It’s made
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 41.74 in W 18.9 in D 23.23 in
Ingmar Relling Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
Leather lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Circa. 1970's. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Pr. Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Lounge Arm Chairs Made in Norway by Ekorness
By Ekorness
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of lounge chairs featuring exposed bentwood frames, with supple brown leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 30 in W 27 in D 29 in
Falcon Leather Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Møbler, 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Delft, NL
: Vatne Møbler
Model: Falcon
Material : Leather , Wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair Black Leather 'Siesta' Dining / Office Chairs By Ingmar Relling Westnova
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa in Norway.
Both chairs tufted leather seats and backrests and leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern lounge chair made in Norway by Westnofa. A rosewood bentwood frame brown
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Mid century Scandinavian modern brown leather Safari flex lounge chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid-century modern "Flex Safari" leather Lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Oslo
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 28 in W 29 in D 34 in
Sigurd Ressell Leather Falcon Lounge Chair for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Norwegian Falcon lounge chair with tan leather cushioned sling seat on a bentwood base
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa "Flex" Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Norwalk, CT
handsomely patinated leather with an unusual channeled design. The beech bentwood frame on both chair and
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern leather low lounge chairs by Westnofa.
(2) Westnofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Birch
H 32 in W 24 in D 34 in
Pair of Relling Highback Siesta Chairs in Beige Leather with Matching Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great pair of highback Siesta chairs in light grey leather with one matching ottoman and light
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 38.5 in W 25.25 in D 28 in
Pair Of Highback Falcon Lounge Chairs + Ottoman In Chrome
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway
Designer: Sigurd Ressell
Manufacturer: Vatne Møbler
Era: 1960s
Materials: Leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Vintage Leather Kengu Chair and Stool by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Rykken and Co., Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather Kengu chair and stool by Elsa and Nordahl
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 31.11 in
Pair Dark Brown Leather Lounge Chairs 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
" by Vatne Norway.
The dark brown leather seat hangs with leather belts in the bent wooden frame with a
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
1970s Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg Mobler.
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Norway.
The dark brown leather seat hangs with leather belts in the bent wooden frame with a canvas
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern, 1960, Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
1960 retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood chair covered in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 37.01 in W 25.2 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Vintage Skyline Bentwood & Leather Chairs by Einar Hove Norway #656
Located in Lewes, GB
A Superb pair of Skyline chairs designed by Norwegian designer Einar Hove 1970
A great design
Category
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 38.59 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Highland, IN
bentwood frames support canvas seats and leather cushions. Noted for its comfot, Relling won first prize at
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
in Norway circa 1960s. This lounge chair is absolutely stunning, featuring a sleek bentwood frame and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
lounge chair and ottoman made in Norway by Westnofa. Rosewood bentwood frames with black leather cushions
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1960’s, Norwegian Design, "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling, Leather
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
Original 1960’s mid century ‘Siesta’ lounge chair by Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
H 38.98 in W 25.2 in D 33.47 in
1970s Lounge Chair 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg Mobler Denmark
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Norway.
The dark brown leather seat hangs with leather belts in the bent wooden frame with a canvas
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Leather Bentwood Midcentury 'Skyline" Chair by Einar Hove for Hove Mobler, 1970s
By Hove Möbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1970's "Skyline" leather chair designed by Einar Hove for Hove Mobler in Norway. Features a
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 29.5 in W 19.75 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Rocker Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bentwood rocker in rosewood and black leather by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Very comfy
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
H 38 in W 28 in D 33 in
Mid-Century, Leather Armchair OY BJ Dahlqvist AB, Finland
By BD Furniture, OY BJ Dahlqvist
Located in Baltimore, MD
, supported by a canvas back, and bentwood frame. The chair is made with padded headrests providing neck and
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Low Back Cognac Siesta Lounge by Westnofa Newly Upholstered
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian Leather
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa low back Siesta chair. This authentic Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 31.5 in
1970s, Norwegian design, Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim.
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rybo Rykken
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design. Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 33.86 in
Sculptural Zebrano Plywood Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Ingmar Relling from Norway because of the wood, and the bentwood designs of Alvar Aalto. Showcasing the
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Plywood
Falcon Bentwood and Leather Sling Footstool by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Leather Footstool Falcon Chair Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler 1970s
Falcon
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bentwood, Leather
H 15 in W 24 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Black Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 196
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in DE MEERN, NL
" Armchair by legendary Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling. Crafted for Westnova in 1960, this iconic piece
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Falcon Leather Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Møbler, 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Delft, NL
: Vatne Møbler
Model: Falcon
Material : Leather , Wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
4 Vintage Original Siesta Leather Chairs by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Asker, 30
. Bentwood forms, red leather.
Ingmar Relling won first prize at the Norwegian Furniture Council
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Vintage Leather Kengu Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable pair of vintage leather Kengu chairs by Elsa and Nordahl
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 31.11 in
Vintage Leather Kengu Armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Rykken and Co., Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather Kengu armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.93 in W 31.11 in D 31.11 in
1970s Danish Ingmar Relling Brown Leather Armchair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Markington, GB
1970s Ingmar Relling chair, produced in Norway by the renowned 'Westnofa Møbelfabrikk' furniture
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Vintage Leather Kengu Armchairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable pair of vintage leather Kengu armchairs by Elsa and Nordahl
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 38.98 in W 31.11 in D 31.11 in
Westnofa Chaise Lounge Chair by Ingmar & Knut Relling for Vestlandske, c. 1970's
By Westnofa Furniture, Knut Relling, Ingmar Relling
Located in Deland, FL
ebony stained bentwood frame and chocolate brown leather upholstery. The lounger is designed in a half
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather
H 30.5 in W 57.5 in D 24 in
Ottoman for Falcon Chair in Leather by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Møbler, c. 1970's
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Deland, FL
construction, new leather cushion, and timeless design, this early Falcon Chair ottoman is perfect for
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 16.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Early 20th Century W.F. Tubbs Sno-Shu Reclining Chair and Detachable Foot Stool
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
W.F. Tubbs of Norway, ME (1906-1939) "Sno-Shu" armchair with 3-stage adjustable back, with
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 40 in W 20.5 in D 60 in
Classical Norwegian Leather High Back Lounge Chair, 1960s
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Classical Norwegian high back lounge chair made in bentwood and leather in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Kengu Pirate Brown Leather Chair Pair, Norway
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in Notteroy, NO
Kengu and Pirate brown leather chair pair. The price listed is for the two chairs as they are a
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Norwegian Folding Uno Chair in Cognac Leather, 1970s
Located in Notteroy, NO
Norwegian Folding Uno chair in cognac leather, 1970s.
Useful as a fold away guest chair or a
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Westnova High Back Swivel Lounge Chairs Patchwork Leather, a Pair, Norway, 1970
By Karl Wittmann, De Sede, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Vienna, AT
patchwork and tufted leather swivel chairs with bentwood arms by Westnova of Norway. The leather has aged
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
H 47.25 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Ingmar Relling Couples Siesta Chair
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Ottawa, ON
A pair of couples siesta chairs with loose leather cushions.
Rosewood frame.
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Two Pairs of Black on Black Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Resell for Vatne Møbler
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic Falcon chairs designed by Sigurd Resell (1920-2010) by Vatne Møbler, Norway.
Black bended
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Mid-Century Retro Norwegian Westnofa Brown Leather Lounge Armchair, 1960s-1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
Description: A stylish armchair produced by Norwegian manufacturer Westnofa. The chair is upholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 37.01 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Mid Brown Leather Elsa & Nordahl Solheim Kengu Armchairs and Footstool
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Old Romney, Kent
natural colour bentwood with a stable black fabric, on which the brown leather cushion is seated loosely
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.68 in W 24.81 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Midcentury Winged Falcon Chairs, Sigurd Ressel, 1970s
By Sigurd Resell
Located in Nyborg, DK
leather cushions on a bentwood frame, and hang from a harness by way of metal clips. Apart from a few age
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Leather Bentwood Chairs, Norway, circa 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Norway, they feature tufted top-grain cognac brown leather cushions set over canvas strapping that is
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 24.38 in L 31.5 in
1970s Norwegian Leather Lounge Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden lounge chair from Norway with leather seat and back, circa 1970. The sleek design in
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Westnofa / Vestlandske Bentwood and Leather Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oxblood leather and wood sling chairs from Norway by Vestlandske Westnofa Furniture.
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnofa Mid Century Bentwood Brown Leather Siesta Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Westnofa mid century bentwood brown leather siesta chair
The chair measures: 24 wide x 30 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Bentwood
- 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Norwegian Bentwood Leather Chair", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Norwegian Bentwood Leather Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Norwegian bentwood leather chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Norwegian bentwood leather chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Norwegian bentwood leather chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Norwegian bentwood leather chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Norwegian bentwood leather chair over the years, but those crafted by Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling and Vatne Møbler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Norwegian Bentwood Leather Chair?
The average selling price for a Norwegian bentwood leather chair at 1stDibs is $1,550, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $5,800 for the highest priced.
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.
Read More
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
More Ways To Browse
Set Of 4 Dining Chairs Bentwood
Folding Safari Chair
Retro Vintage Leather Armchair
Accent Lounge Arm Chair
Pair De Sede Leather Chairs
42 Rosewood Chair
Pair Club Chairs With Ottoman
Vintage Leather Armchair And Footstool
Leather Sling Arm
Black Cantilever Chair Pair
Mesh Lounge Chairs
Set Of 2 Chairs And Ottoman
1970s Rosewood Armchairs
Canvas Safari Chair
Lounge Chair Footstool Ottoman
Small Table And 2 Chairs Set
Pair Of Club Chairs With Ottoman
Scandinavian Modern Tufted Leather Lounge Chair