Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut and Blue Raf Simons Fabric for Cimon Montréal, 1963
By Luigi Tiengo, Cimon, Raf Simons
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Luigi Tiengo and produced by the Canadian manufacturer Cimon in 1963
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1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
H 29.14 in W 97.64 in D 29.53 in
Late 20th Century Modern Global Upholstery Company Brown 7 Piece Sectional Sofa
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Modern Global Upholstery Company brown all upholstered seven-piece sectional sofa
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
H 28.75 in W 24 in D 28 in
1950s Modern Italian Curved / Crescent 3-Seat Sofa in Red Fabric & Walnut
By Ico Parisi, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
(likely walnut) base and red woven upholstery.
Elegantly sculpted lines emanating from the central curve
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 42.52 in
Michael Ducaroy “Togo” Sofa
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Chicago, IL
years so we recommend using this piece against a wall to support the back. The upholstery has minimal
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric
William Switzer Italian Biedermeier Regency Carved Recamier Chaise Lounge Chair
By William Switzer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
upholstery, original label, quality craftsmanship, great style and form. Large impressive size. Circa late
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Late 20th Century Canadian Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 36 in W 84 in D 28 in
Start Trek Tng Ten Forward Suspension Seating Group by Paul Boulva for Artopex
By Don Chadwick, Knoll, Jan Ekselius, Paul Boulva
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. Created by Canadian Designer Paul Boulva for Artopex in the mid-80s, the avant-garde, free-flowing, post
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1980s Canadian Post-Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
H 29.25 in W 25 in D 29.5 in
Set of 4 Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs By Nordic Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful set of 4 mid century Danish Modern teak dining chairs with padded fabric back. Made by
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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Teak
H 42.25 in W 21 in D 18 in
Arm Chair Model 53 by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Utrecht, NL
stitched upholstery in a bespoke fabric.
Fabric used is fabric 'Rivington' from Knoll Textiles, a premium
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass
Karim Rashid Silver Vinyl Shroom Stool for IDEE Limited Edition Signed Numbered
By Karim Rashid, Idée Japan
Located in Cathedral City, CA
edition and is signed and numbered #4/57 on the IDEE labeled fabric on the bottom of the stool. It was
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1990s Japanese Futurist Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Synthetic, Foam, PVC
H 18 in W 16.5 in D 14 in
Authentic Featherston MKII talking chair with working audio
By Grant Featherston
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
including working audio and fabric upholstery. Note the bottom is not on wheels the photos and video is to
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Foam, Polystyrene
Two Keilhauer Belle Lounge Chairs Bentwood Tom HcHugh
By Keilhauer
Located in Pasadena, TX
belle chairs
By Tom HcHugh
Canada
Early 21st century
A pair of Mid-Century Modern Belle chairs
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Bentwood
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in verdigris p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Metal
Hoodoo Stacks, Sculptural Concrete Planters by OPIARY (H28"-52")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Cement
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting.
Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
White Leather Three-Seater Togo Sofa with Arms by Ligne Roset, 2007
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Malibu, US
Gorgeous three-seater white leather Togo sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset from 2007. (2 available - another in separate listing).
Designer Michel Ducaroy drew inspira...
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Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Leather, Foam
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 5
By André Ducaroy
Located in Porto, PT
Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. 5 pieces set
Togo was designed in 1973.
Five pieces set: three seater, twoseater, one seater, corner and pouf.
The sofa is upholstered in...
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Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Leather, Foam
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molde...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in
Vintage Modular Sectional Brandy Cognac Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa is manufactured in Germany.
It is a high quality manufactured seating group.
The producer is yet unknown.
It is a pure 70ties design w...
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1970s German Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
H 26.38 in W 112.21 in D 60.24 in
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Hardwood
White Rounded Square Quad Coffee Table in Stone Composite by Mike Ruiz-Serra
By Mike Ruiz Serra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cast in stone composite, the Quad table gets its bright white color and unique matte finish from a special blend of marble dust and resin, making it both more durable and lighter wei...
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2010s American Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Composition
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Textile, Wood
Pair of 'Laque' Custom Lacquer and Brushed Brass Nightstands by Design Frères
By Maison Jansen, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic custom color lacquer and brushed brass nightstands in the style of Maison Jansen. Hard lacquer finish with brushed solid brass legs.
Shown here in RAL 5007 high gloss...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass
H 24 in W 28 in D 19 in
Spectacular 8 Piece Milo Baughman Style Cube Sectional Sofa Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular 8-piece Milo Baughman style cube sectional sofa. We love this super clean tan velvet sectional in remarkable original condition-shows only minor signs of age. During the ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery
Restored Edward Wormley Tuxedo Sofa for Dunbar in yellow beige fabric, USA 1960s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Berlin, DE
Edward wormley tuxedo sofa for Dunbar, USA 1960s. Three-seat sofa with respectively three seat and back cushions. All freshly reupholstered in a beautiful De Ploeg Fabric.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery
H 28.75 in W 110.24 in D 33.47 in
Organic Modern Dornes Side Table, Walnut Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Dornes Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Dornes side table was crafted to tell a story of scenic beauty, embodying the captiva...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
H 17.72 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Modern Floating Solid Walnut Finish Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This all natural high end coffee table has a very clean and unique look, it´s made to appear like it´s floating.
Table top and base are both 2" thick, making it substantial enough ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Walnut
Writing Desk in Solid Ash Wood Molteni&C by Gio Ponti D.847.1 - made in Italy
By Gio Ponti, Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
D.847.1 Console Table by Gio Ponti - Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively by Molteni&C
Expert craftsmanship has given this gorgeous console table a new life drawn from its original I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass
H 30.88 in W 52.75 in D 15.75 in
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Osvaldo Borsani Pair of Modernist Club Chairs, Model "Canada" #P110
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
frames in rosewood, with all new upholstery done in a cream textured fabric and large round side
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Large Vintage William IV-Style Ottoman in New Anichini Upholstery
Located in Quechee, VT
Anichini, the leading American producer of luxury bed linens and fabrics. Pema is a brilliant Tibetan
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1960s Canadian William IV Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Osvaldo Borsani Tecno Pair of P110 Canada Lounge Chair Fabric Walnut Italy 1965
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Catania, IT
A couple of mods. "P110 Canada" armchairs designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in Italy, 1965.
The
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32.68 in W 33.08 in D 35.44 in
A. J. Donahue "Winnipeg Chair" or "The Canadian Coconut Chair"
By A.J. Donahue
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Offered here is the iconic Canadian 'Winnipeg Chair" which inspired George Nelson's "Coconut Chair
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery
Space Age Modern Lotus Chair Paul Boulva 1976 Montreal Olympics Artopex Canada
By Paul Boulva, Artopex
Located in Miami, FL
Artopex of Canada. The chair sport a chromed metal frame with molded plastic seat with back and seat
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1970s Canadian Space Age Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Chrome
H 29.75 in W 24 in D 24 in
Modern Space Age 2 Lotus Stackable Chairs by Paul Boulva for Artopex Canada 1976
By Paul Boulva, Artopex
Located in Miami, FL
- Fabrique au Canada - Made in Canada
Condition: Completely restored and new upholstery. In some chairs
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1970s Canadian Space Age Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Chrome
H 29.75 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Teak Side Chairs by Nordic of Ontario Canada
Located in Topeka, KS
, Ontario, Canada. They are in fabulous vintage condition with new geometric upholstery fabric. Please see
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1970s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Jan Kuypers for Imperial
By Jan Kuypers, Imperial Furniture of Canada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Jan Kuypers for Imperial Furniture in Canada, circa
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1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Luigi Tiengo for Cimon, Canada, C. 1960s
By Cimon
Located in Westport, CT
Stunning pair of chairs designed by Luigi Tiengo for Cimon in Montreal, Canada, circa 1960s, now
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Chenille, Walnut
Canada Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in New York, NY
Super beautiful lounge chair with rosewood panels and vintage Italian upholstery fabric.
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1960s Italian Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
One Large Brass Mid Century Bench with Textured Velvet Fabric
By Florence Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern bench with Textured Velvet Upholstery. In very good condition with
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass, Steel
Jaymar Modern Cantilever Tongue Lounge Chair, Louis Durot, Pierre Paulin Style
By Jaymar, Louis Durot, Pierre Paulin
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
upholstery.
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1990s Canadian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric
H 30 in W 33 in D 33 in
1980s Arconas for Ligne Roset White Leather Oversized Lounge Chair
By Ligne Roset, Arconas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
" decking fabric. Molded plastic base with Arconas logo. Original fabric tag stating "Manufactured in Canada
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1980s Canadian Post-Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic
Pair of Mark Kapka Celia Chairs by Keilhauer Furniture
By Mark Kapka
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Newly upholstered pair of Celia chairs designed by Mark Kapka in a tomato red fabric.
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1990s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Metal
Amisco 1989 “Tokyo” Postmodern White Tubular Stools
By Les Industries Amisco
Located in Indianapolis, IN
white tubular metal that create an overall sleek design. Black and white geometric fabric covers each of
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1980s Canadian Post-Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Metal
6 Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs by Nordic Furniture Markdale
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful set of 6 midcentury Danish Modern teak dining chairs with padded fabric back. Made by
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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Teak
H 42.5 in W 20.5 in D 18 in
Con Anjel '20th Century Pastel on Paper by Copperi', Cuba, 1995
Located in Matosinhos, PT
fabrics used are new. Some leather pieces may have the original upholstery as well as mirrors or other
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1990s American Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Paper
Libertad '20th Century Pastel on Paper by Copperi', Cuba, 1995
Located in Matosinhos, PT
fabrics used are new. Some leather pieces may have the original upholstery as well as mirrors or other
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1990s American Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Paper
Osvaldo Borsani 'Canada' Lounge Chair by Tecno in Original Fabric
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Utrecht, NL
with original 'Hallingdal' fabric upholstery, a design from the1960s by Danish designer Nanna Ditzel
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Rosewood
Osvaldo Borsani Tecno P110 Canada Nobilis Fabric Walnut Lounge Chair Italy 1965
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Catania, IT
Mod. "P110 Canada" armchair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in Italy, 1965.
Frame is
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32.68 in W 33.08 in D 35.44 in
Osvaldo Borsani Tecno Pair of P110 Canada Lounge Chair Fabric Walnut Italy 1965
By Elam, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Catania, IT
A pair of mod. "P110 Canada" armchairs designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in Italy, 1965.
Frame
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32.68 in W 33.08 in D 35.44 in
Leif Jacobsen Lounge Chairs Flat-bar Steel Frames & Gray Ribbed wool Upholstery
By Leif Jacobsen
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs designed by famed Canadian modernist Leif Jacobsen. The
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1960s Canadian Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
H 28 in W 29 in D 27 in
Stacking Chairs by Paul Boulva
By Artopex, Paul Boulva
Located in Brooklyn, NY
upholstery. Made in Canada by Artopex.
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1970s Canadian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Chrome
Roche Bobois Sectional Sofa, 1987
By Roche Bobois
Located in Hamburg, PA
A fabulous monumental Roche Bobois sectional sofa with original fabric and pillows. This beautiful
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1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Down
Bouloum Lounge Chair by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
is covered in a mate finish purple/grey vinyl type fabric. It is gently used with tons of life still
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Four Dining Chairs Mod Style by Interior Form Furniture Limited
By Interior Form Furniture Limited
Located in New York, NY
Four dining chairs manufactured by Interior Form Furniture of Canada. Arm height 25.25 inches seat
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Canada, circa 1950s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 6 Pamplona Dining Chairs Rosewood & Bouclé After Augusto Savini, c. 1970s
By Augusto Savini
Located in Deland, FL
absolutely arresting from every angle.
Featuring new upholstery in a fabulous white cotton Bouclé by Knoll
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1970s Canadian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Chrome
H 28.5 in W 21 in D 19 in
Danish Modern Style Teak Button-Tufted Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By R. Huber & Co.
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
by R. Huber & Company, Canada. Totally restored and reupholstered with new quality 25 year foam and a
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century-Modern Slipper Chairs by Don Chadwick for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Dallas, TX
manufactured by Herman Miller in the 1980s. Manufacturer's label present. Purple upholstery, base is black
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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 27 in W 27.5 in D 30 in
Button-Tufted Danish Style Teak Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Restored
By R. Huber & Co.
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
upholstery all make for a chair you'll never want to get out of! Completely restored, with the solid teak
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1960s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam, Teak
Rare Italian Modern Walnut 3-Leg Lounge Chair, Luigi Tiengo for Cimon
Located in Hollywood, FL
An unusual and rare 3-legged Italian designed, Canadian manufactured chair with original fabric
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Original Vintage Harry Bertoia Wire Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
distributed in Canada - the original baby blue fabric is in amazing vintage condition/ There is minor paint
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Wire
Set of Two 1950s Armchairs by Gio Ponti with Stool
By Gio Ponti
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
around 1950. Original condition and upholstery.
The chairs can use some extra stuffing (but not
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Upholstery Fabric Canada
Materials
Brass, Steel
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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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