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Blue Plastic Rope Chair by Roberto Semprini, Italy
By Mario Cananzi & Roberto Semprini
Located in Brussels, BE
Blue plastic rope chair by Roberto Semprini - Italy.
Category

1990s Italian Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Plastic

Charles Dudouyt French Oak & Rush Rope Chair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Dudouyt French oak & rush rope chair France, circa 1940s This handsome side chair will add
Category

1940s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rope Chair Attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark, circa 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm, Jorgen Hoj
Located in LEWES, GB
Wood and rope chair attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj for Thorald Madsen Snedkeri, Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

Plastic Rope Chair Model "Hydra" by Roberto Semprini for Sintesi, Italy 1994
By Mario Cananzi & Roberto Semprini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century plastic rope chair model "Hydra" by Roberto Semprini for Sintesi - 1994.
Category

1990s Italian Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Plastic

Rope Chair in Pine, Attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark, 1960's
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rope chair in pine - attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark 1960's Made of stained
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Pine

Italian Iron and Rope Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Iron framed chair with woven rope seat and back.
Category

1950s Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Iron

Vintage Italian Iron and Rope Chair
Italian Iron and Rope Chair
H 26.5 in W 17 in D 21 in
Midcentury Teak Danish Rope Chair, 1960s
Located in Basel, BS
Available here is truly a rare, fantastic and iconic Danish style Walnut Mid Century Lounge Chair
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Teak

Vintage Midcentury Teak Danish Rope Chair, 1960s
Midcentury Teak Danish Rope Chair, 1960s
H 30.5 in W 30.25 in D 31.5 in
Four danish rope chairs from 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Four Danish wicker dining table chairs from approx. 1950s/1960s. In oak. All chairs are made by a
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Wicker, Rope, Oak

Vintage Four danish rope chairs from 1950s
Four danish rope chairs from 1950s
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
1x Tom Dixon After Postmodern 1980s Dining Side Rope Chair Vintage Desk Boho
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, GB
An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is
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1980s British Post-Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Steel

Rope Chairs by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, c. 1940
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Timeless elegance in design: A pair of cantilever Rope Chairs by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet for
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Beech, Bentwood

Poul Kjaerholm & Jorgen Hoj Rope Chair Attributed
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Pine and Papercord Lounge or Slipper Chair. Design attributed to Poul Kjaerholm
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

An Audoux & Minet Rope Chair, Vibo, France, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb rope and wood cantilever chairs by Frida Minet and Adrien Audoux, 1950s, France. In
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Pair of Audoux & Minet Rope Chairs, Vibo, France, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of rope and wood cantilever chairs by Frida Minet and Adrien Audoux, 1950s, France
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Set of Six Red Rope Chairs by Marzio Cecchi
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Milano, IT
feet are enhanced by their rope upholstery, which gives the chair a special focus.In fact, each chair
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Red Rope Chairs by Marzio Cecchi
Set of Six Red Rope Chairs by Marzio Cecchi
H 46.86 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Audoux & Minet Tripod Rope Chairs, France, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of rope and wood chairs by Frida Minet and Adrien Audoux, 1950s, France. These
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Demountable Rope Chairs & Sofa Set, 1953, Chandigarh India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Uxbridge, GB
set of Pierre Jeanneret Rope Back Demountable Chairs and Sofa. These pieces where designed in 1953 and
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Mid-20th Century Indian Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Cotton, Rope, Teak

Vintage Pair of Rope Chairs Attr to Francis Jourdain, 1950
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Round Rock, TX
Pair of rope rush lounge chairs attributed to renowned French architect and designer Francis
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rush, Rope, Oak

Set of Ten Patio Rope Chairs in the Style of Allan Gould
By Allan Gould
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of ten iron and rope patio chairs in the style of Allan Gould. They seem to be custom made due
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Steel

Italian Comini & Modonutti Carved Knotted Rope Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Napoleon III style dining chairs. Featured in a solid wood with a light white washed wood
Category

20th Century Italian Napoleon III Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rope Chairs by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
By Vibo, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Portland, OR
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, France 1940s. Cantilevered bentwood frame with woven sea grass rope
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Beech

Pair of Demountable Chairs PJ-SI-08-A By Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY, NY
Inscribed WEB / ROPE CHAIR - 23 on the back of one chair and WEB / ROPE CHAIR - 36 on the back of
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Canvas, Rope, Teak

Swedish 1970s Pine Ladder back Chairs with Rope woven seats -- Pair
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Basel, BS
Beautiful pair of Swedish Pine wood 1970s Ladder back rope chairs. The wood grain is fantastic
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Pine

Mid Century Folding Chair by Ebert Wels, 60s
By Ebert Wels
Located in Lucija, SI
Hans Wegner's iconic Rope Chair PP-512 from 1949 - a true mid-century modern classic.
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood, Plywood

Mid Century Folding Chair by Ebert Wels, 60s
Mid Century Folding Chair by Ebert Wels, 60s
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 1960s Italian Midcentury Carved Wood and Cord Woven Rope Chairs Stools
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Stylish pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern chairs or stools in wood and cord or woven rope, in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Cord, Rope, Wood

Mid Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Walnut Framed Folding Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Hans Wegner style folding rope chair. Original rope weaving design.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Walnut

Jacques Guillon Cord Chairs, circa 1950s
By Jacques Guillon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This early set of Mid-Century rope chairs feature blonde frames with intricate rope seats and backs
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Wood

Gilt Carved Rope Armchairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Elegant pair of carved and gilt rope chairs with original upholstery.
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Wood

Gilt Carved Rope Armchairs
Gilt Carved Rope Armchairs
H 37 in W 27 in D 22 in
Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
in our first photo. 4) Iron and woven rope chair, designed by Thomas Riddle, American, circa 1950's
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Chrome

Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
Selection of Modern Desk Chairs
H 33 in W 17.5 in D 18.5 in
Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Maruni rope lounge chairs, circa 1950s, Japan. The chairs feature an ebonized beech wood
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Beech

Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
H 29 in W 22 in D 26.5 in
Audoux Minet French Oak & Rope Side Chair
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Audoux-Minet French Oak & Rope Side Chair Designed by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet France, circa
Category

1950s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Audoux Minet French Oak & Rope Side Chair
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Audoux-Minet French Oak & Rope Side Chair Designed by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet France, circa
Category

1950s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Hanging Chair in Rope and Wood, 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Hanging chair in braided rope and wood. French work realized in the 1970s.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Hanging Chair in Rope and Wood, 1970s
Hanging Chair in Rope and Wood, 1970s
H 70.87 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in
Pair of 1970s Spanish Rope Bottomed Wooden Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1970s Spanish rope bottomed wooden chairs.   
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Pair of Boho Chic Weaved Rope Rattan Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Boho Chic Weaved Rope and Rattan Chairs. Classic low profile bucket chairs with weaved rope
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1970s Unknown Bohemian Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Jute, Cane, Rope

Four Orientalist Chairs in Wood and Rope, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Four orientalist chairs in wood and rope, circa 1950.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Wood, Rope

Mini Boga for Taaru, Teak & Woven Rope Occasional Chair
By Taaru, Mini Boga
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mini Boga for Taaru, teak & woven rope occasional chair India, Circa 1960s A fine example, of
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20th Century Indian Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood, Teak

1990s Italian Pair of White Rope and Wood Poltrona Frau Chairs
Located in Aspen, CO
1990s Italian pair of Poltrona Frau white rope and wood chairs with beige cushions. Excellent
Category

1990s European Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Maurizio Tempestini, Pair of armchairs
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in London, GB
c.1930s Attributed to designer Chestnut, braided rope Chairs: H79.5 x W62 x D72 cm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Chestnut

Maurizio Tempestini, Pair of armchairs
Maurizio Tempestini, Pair of armchairs
H 31.3 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
Pair Of French Industrial Chairs in Rope and Metal, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial style chair in metal and rope. The rope is in good condition. The metal brown/green of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Metal

1950's Stitched Leather and Rope Pair of Chairs by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather and rope pair of tall chairs. Designed by Jacques Adnet. France.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Leather, Rope

Pair of Rosewood and Rope Seat Chairs Designed by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of simple, clean-lined and elegantly designed rosewood chairs by George Nakashima, with a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Rosewood

French brutalistic rope dining chairs midtcentury
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Copenhagen, DK
These 4 chairs are really something special! French and brutalist and with a beautiful wowen back
Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Seagrass, Rope, Wicker, Rattan

Verhelma chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Edra, Green Rope, Aluminium
Located in Brecht, BE
rare find in this green color the Vermelha chair by the brothers Campana, love the design, faded
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Danish Modern Woven Rope Lounge Chair by Axel Larsson
By Axel Larsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Woven Rope Lounge Chair by Axel Larsson, Sweden, circa 1960s. Very organic modern
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Wrought Iron & Woven Rope Folding Chairs, a Pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of wrought iron & woven rope folding chairs. Seat width: 14” Seat depth: 16”
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Iron

1960s Vintage Folding Rope Lounge Chairs Styled After Hans Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage folding rope lounge chair designed and manufactured in Yugoslavia circa 1960s. These
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Mid-Century Metal Hoop Chair with Enameled Metal Frame and Woven Rope Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Awesome Mid-Century hoop chair with black and white enameled wire frame and woven rope seat. In
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Metal

Large Italian Lounge Chair in Stained Pine and Rope Seating
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, stained pine, rope, Italy, 1970s The designer of this Italian lounge chair truly
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Pine

Large Italian Lounge Chair in Stained Pine and Rope Seating
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, stained pine, rope, Italy, 1970s The designer of this Italian lounge chair truly
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Pine

Midcentury Scandinavian Design Rope Side Chair, Sweden 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design Teak and Rope Side Chair. Made in Sweden, 1960's
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Teak

Lounge Armchair by “Audoux-Minet”
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
notable pieces include rope chairs, regular chairs, cabinets, and tables. However, due to the lack of an
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rush, Wood

Lounge Armchair by “Audoux-Minet”
Lounge Armchair by “Audoux-Minet”
H 32.49 in W 23.63 in D 28.35 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak And Rope Weave Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning set of six Scandinavian modern, dining side chairs feature elegantly sculpted teak frames
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Teak

Paire of Rope and Dark Oak Side Chairs in the Style of Jourdain, France, 1940's
By Francis Jourdain
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist all-oak and intricate woven rope pair of side chairs. In the style of Francis Jourdain
Category

1940s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

Set of Six 1940s Spanish Wooden Rope Bottomed Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of six rustic 1940s Spanish wooden rope bottomed chairs.
Category

1940s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Audoux Minet Rope lounge Chair for Vibo Vesoul, France 1930's
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mediterranean Design Rope Lounge Chair. Designed by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet for Vibo
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1930s French Bauhaus Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Dutch Oak + Braided Rope Lounge Chair by Bas Van Pelt, 1936
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Chicago, IL
woven or rope elements, creating designs that were both aesthetically refined and practical. This chair
Category

1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

Midcentury French Oak & Rope Woven Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury French oak arm chair with curved, sculptural arms. Woven seat and back supports are
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

Pair of Oak & Rope Dining Chairs, Audoux & Minet, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A set of two dining chairs designed by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet in 1950s. Composed of an oak
Category

1950s French Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark, 1950 Hans J
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Wood

Vintage Rope Woven Lounge Chair in the style of Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage rope woven lounge chair in the style of Hans Wegner gorgeous natural solid teak wood frame
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rope Chair

Materials

Rope, Oak

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Vintage Rope Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage rope chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, natural fiber and rope, every vintage rope chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a vintage rope chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage rope chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage rope chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cassina, Gio Ponti and Arthur Umanoff produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Rope Chair?

A vintage rope chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,500, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $20,000.

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.

Questions About Vintage Rope Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.