African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
20th Century Kenyan Tribal Vintage Headrest
Leather, Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
Ashanti tribal headrest
Located in London, GB
A good example of an African Ashanti tribal headrest. Ghana. Early to mid-twentieth century.
Wood
Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best.
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best.
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Chinese Red Crackle Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This low, four-leg stool is actually a headrest used atop a daybed or mat to support the head while sleeping, reclining, or smoking opium.
Wood
Chinese Splayed Leg Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This low, four-leg stool is actually a headrest used atop a daybed or mat to support the head while sleeping, reclining, or smoking opium.
Wood
"Embrace" Luba Headrest Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This belief led to elaborately worked headrests, known as "seats of dreams." Such headrests were used to preserve the elaborate hairstyles of the high-status Luba-Shankadi woman whil...
Wood
Chinese Double Crane Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple, square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women ...
Porcelain
African Dinka Headrest Wood Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
African Dinka headrest wood carved sculpture.
Wood
Chinese Peacock and Peonies Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to prote...
Porcelain
Chinese Printed Blue and White Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to prote...
Porcelain
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Mid-Century Leatherette Swivel Chair w/ Headrest
By George Mulhauser
Located in Trenton, NJ
With its tall, wing-like backrest and plump headrest cushion, the design is reminiscent of the iconic curves seen in George Mulhauser's work.
Wood
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This small ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to protec...
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This small ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to protec...
Porcelain
Large Chinese Famille Verte Headrest with Courtyard Scenes
Located in Chicago, IL
Its exaggerated scale and flat sides make this headrest the ideal canvas for intricate famille verte enamel decoration.
Porcelain
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The top of the seat back has an extended headrest that stretches the length of the sofa. The back of the sofa showcases leather strapping, while the seat has gorgeous tufting through...
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Chinese White Porcelain Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950. A white blanc de Chine ceramic headrest in the shape of a reclining boy.
Porcelain
Sergio Rodrigues, Franco armchair in wood, headrest brazillian modern design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
The signature cylindrical headrest, both functional and sculptural, is covered in natural chocolate-colored leather, providing a warm and refined contrast to the fabric.
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Unique Modern Asian-Inspired Ceramic Headrest Sculpture with Removable Top
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique cast iron adjustable nutcracker press is a compelling fusion of industrial utility and sculptural design, embodying the ingenuity and craftsmanship of early to mid-20th-...
Ceramic
Roche Bobois Leather Sofa and club chairs With Movable Headrest
By Roche Bobois
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Experience timeless elegance with our Roche Bobois white leather club chairs and sofa set, circa early 2000. This exquisite collection is in impeccable condition and offers unparalle...
Leather
'Franco' Lounge Chair with Headrest, by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
One of the standout features of these lounge chairs is the unique headrest. Unlike typical chairs, the Franco features an extended cylindrical headrest that accentuates its design.
Leather, Hardwood
Indonesian Tribal Anteater Form Headrest, Irian Jaya, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A whimsical and intriguing headrest carved from a single piece of hardwood in the form of an anteater.
Hardwood
1970's Space Age Red Cinema Chair with Headrest, Paris
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French, Space Age, Mid-Century lounge chair which was remarkably reclaimed from a 1970's Parisian cinema and upholstered in gorgeous red fabric. The lacquered fiberglass frame has so...
Aluminum
Large Mid-Century Wooden Daybed with Adjustable Headrest and Sheepskin Upholster
Located in New York, NY
A spacious mid-century wooden daybed featuring an adjustable headrest and elegantly tapered legs. Recently reupholstered in luxurious white sheepskin, this modern piece offers both c...
Sheepskin, Wood
‘Pulkka Lounge’ with Ottoman and Headrest by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Beerse, VAN
This minimalist lounge set, designed in 1963 by Ilmari Lappalainen, definitely lives up to its name. The chair with its footstool is incredibly comfortable to sit or lie in. Reading...
Fabric, Beech
Italian mid-century modern white fabric and wood armchair with headrests, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
The backrest has two lateral headrests in the upper part, the armrests develop by curving outwards.
Fabric, Wood
$13,485
Armchair 1940
Located in Forest, BE
An armchair dating from the 1940s, fully reupholstered in sheepskin, with a leather headrest cushion. Crafted from raw materials, it stands out for its organic lines and sculptural p...
Sheepskin, Wood
Hungarian Studio White Leather and Wood Side Chair by Szedleczky Design, 1970s
By Rudolf Szedleczky
Located in Chicago, IL
Black painted wood frame in organic pistil-like shape with unique round arm rests. Headrest and seat upholstered in white leather.
Upholstery, Wood, Leather
Vintage LC4 Chaise Longue by Le Corbusier in Black Leather
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Upholstered in high-quality black genuine leather with a matching black leather cylindrical headrest bolster. Features a polished chrome-plated tubular steel cradle resting on a matt...
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Vintage De Sede DS 76 leather Highback loveseat sofa
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great Modular 2 section loveseat with Headrests. Amazing sculptural shape with lots of patina.
Leather, Wood
3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Brussels, BE
An iconic design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, this 1970s Maralunga sofa is upholstered in rich navy leather and features the model’s celebrated adjustable headrests, seamlessly s...
Leather
Bernt Petersen Rattan Leather Armchair
Located in London, GB
The clean lines, exposed joinery, and thoughtful proportions reflect Petersen’s dedication to craftsmanship and functional beauty. The headrest and seat cushion, upholstered in natur...
Leather, Rattan, Oak
$11,898
Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Maison Regain
Located in Forest, BE
The back is supported by visible leather straps, while the upper part extends into an integrated headrest.
Velvet, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani "P40" chaise longue for Tecno, Italy 1960
Located in Genève, GE
The backrest can be reclined to different angles, the headrest moves up and down, the soft rubber armrests can be folded, and the chair features a retractable leg rest with an extend...
Textile
Vintage Brazilian Carved Wood Head Rest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This primitive hand-carved wood headrest from Brazil is a compelling example of indigenous folk art and organic design.
Wood
'Jetson' Swivel Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Resting on a round chrome pedestal base, this chair offers smooth swiveling motion, always returning gracefully to its resting position. A bolster headrest, secured by leather rope a...
Chrome
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Walnut Lounge Chairs by Longhi, Milan
By Longhi
Located in Troy, MI
The sinuously curved frames feature elegantly sculpted open arms, slender cabriole legs, and a distinctive roll headrest. Channel-stitched upholstery in neutral linen adds to the ref...
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Lilac Suede Lounge Armchair
Located in London, GB
The quality is amazing, this is a generous size and has a superb design that looks stunning from all angles. The headrest support can be folded in and the headrest cushion folded dow...
Suede
Porto Venere sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very comfortable sofa thanks to the large backrests and adjustable side headrests. This design is less know then the famous Maralunga design but is, in our personal opinion, more co...
Leather
“Claire Longue” by Paolo Passerini for Uvet Dimensione, 1980s Italy.
By Paolo Passerini
Located in Landgraaf, NL
By folding over the cushion you get a comfortable headrest. It’s not only aesthetically pleasing, but also practical and comfortable.
Metal
Wink easy chair designed by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
This versatile chair has adjustable headrests, adjustable backrest and foldable footrest. it can be converted from a comfy lounge chair to a chaise longue.
Fabric
Postmodern Chaise Lounge "Wink Chair" in cowhide by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina
By Toshiyuki Kita, Cassina
Located in Beograd, RS
Its adjustable “ears” act as movable headrests, while the folding base transforms the chair into a chaise longue, reflecting Kita’s fascination with adaptable living and relaxed seat...
Metal
Mp 81 Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Its generously padded cushions, suspended construction, and cylindrical headrest create an inviting, relaxed silhouette while providing exceptional seating comfort.
Leather, Imbuia
De Sede DS80 Leather & Hide Daybed
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three removable cushions form the backrest of the sofa and can be positioned as headrests making this the perfect spot for napping.
Cowhide, Leather
Daybed 'Cleopatra' by Dick Cordemeijer for Auping, 1950
By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful daybed designed by Dick Cordemeijer in Netherlands, 1954, the black powder coated metal frame is capped by teak wood on either end, the mattress and headrest have been newl...
Metal
Italian Red ‘Maralunga’ Loveseat by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Chicago, IL
The silhouette sits low to the ground with soft, folded arms and generous seats. An adjustable headrest allows the back to shift from lounge to upright, exemplifying Magistretti’s un...
Upholstery
Le Paresseux Chair By Pascal Mourgue for Ligne Roset
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Additional adjustable elements include headrest, armrests, and leg rest. Incredibly comfortable and strong enough to hold 2 people.
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Elm Wing Master Chair by Thorbjörn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Due to its raised and curved headrest, this type of armchair is known as a wing chair or wingback chair.
Fabric, Elm
Mid-Century Modern Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
The discreet innovation of the adjustable headrest, combined with the soft, reassuring volumes of the upholstery, defines the uniqueness of this design.
Iron
Brazilian Modern Dresser with Stool in Rosewood, Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
The original room set included a bench, a double bed with headrest, and a wall module, as documented in period imagery, with each element designed to function independently while mai...
Fabric, Hardwood, Mirror
Windsor Style Black Lacquer Georgetown University Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
It's painted in black lacquer and has Georgetown University branded into the back headrest.
Wood, Lacquer
Windsor Style Black Lacquer Sigillum University Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
It's painted in black lacquer and has Sigillum University branded into the back headrest.
Wood, Lacquer
Finn Juhl Bwana chairs in teak and leather France & Son 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in PARIS, FR
This armchair features superb wooden details and joints: the carved teak, the triangular section at the headrest that supports the upper back and the massive circular handrests in th...
Leather, Teak
Hans J Wegner Flag Halyard Chair, 1950 Mid Century Danish Modern
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Wegner, features a stainless steel frame wrapped in specialized flag line rope. Unmarked, no headrest included. Dimensions: 31.75" H x 41" W x 41.5" D, Seat 14.5" H Delivery within...
Stainless Steel
Ari Chair and Ottoman in Leather and Steel by Arne Norell, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
The integrated cylindrical headrest, covered in matching leather, offers ergonomic support for the neck.
Steel
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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