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Seating Suite by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Model 1679 sofa and model 1721 tub chair designed by T.H. Rosbjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bench
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings bench with splayed walnut legs and a tufted cushioned seat.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bench
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H 16 in W 35 in D 19 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Side Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings by Saridis Klismos side chairs.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Chairs

Materials

Muslin, Walnut

Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings attributed walnut sofa with sexy flared feet and double bowed front bottom
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

  • Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
  • Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
  • Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
  • Lovely Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Sofa
H 31.75 in W 80.5 in D 33 in
Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs for Widdicomb. Solid walnut frames and newly upholstered.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

  • Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
  • Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
  • Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
  • Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Armchairs
H 33.25 in W 22.5 in D 25.5 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Teak Daybed
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
Recovered in a Robert Kime fabric Measures: 84" L x 35" W x 14.25" H x 14.25" SH.
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Upholstered Tufted Bench Style of Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered tufted bench style of Robsjohn-Gibbings. Black lacquered wood legs with a newly
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Robsjohn Gibbings Style Mahogany Open Arm Settee
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic mahogany open arm settee or sofa loveseat made in the manner and style of T.H. Robsjohn
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
drumstick legs and upholstery by Romo. T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Modern. Mint Restored.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chairs
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H 30.75 in W 24.5 in D 24 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Chairs, Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in East Hampton, NY
Classic pair of slipper chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1954. The frames are
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design lounge chairs for Widdicomb Furniture Co. Newly
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
H 30.5 in W 25 in D 25 in
Elegant Modern Bench by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Modern Bench, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. Completely
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Painted Bench in the Style of Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Painted bench in the style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Has a white painted, solid walnut frame with
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

X Base Bench by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare maple X base bench / stool designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Refinished and
Category

Vintage 1950s Benches

Materials

Maple

Exceptional Settee in the Robsjohn-Gibbings Style
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in East Hampton, NY
Solid walnut frame in an espresso finish and dark green woven strapping base and backing. The newly upholstered cushions are in a fabulous animal/ jungle print which is fun and subtl...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Walnut

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Armchairswith Original Label
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rovereta, SM
Due eleganti sedie a sdraio che sono un classico esempio di T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design, degli
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

White Lacquered Faux Bamboo Sofa Attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1960’s white lacquered faux bamboo sofa attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings The frame is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Classically elegant and beautifully proportioned T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with
Category

Vintage 1960s Greek Greek Revival Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

TH Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Daybed for Widdicomb, USA 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
A TH Robsjohn-Gibbings daybed from his collaboration with John Widdicomb in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Strap Side Chair for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Century designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture company noted for their well crafted
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Silver Gilt Side Chair Style of Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Silver gilt side chair style of Robsjohn-Gibbings. Has a leather seat and curved backrest.
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Attrib. Bench, Two Available
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in East Hampton, NY
A VERY comfortable walnut wood X-frame base bench which is likely a special commission for Robsjohn
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Lounge Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of walnut lounge chairs with whitewashed frames designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Modern Stool or Bench Attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern stool or bench, attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, American, circa 1950s. This piece is
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

"Klini" Chaise by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a beautiful and rare "Klini" ('couch') designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of
Category

Vintage 1960s Greek Greco Roman Chaise Longues

Materials

Walnut, Leather

  • "Klini" Chaise by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
  • "Klini" Chaise by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
  • "Klini" Chaise by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
  • "Klini" Chaise by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
H 33.25 in W 58 in D 25.75 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of beautifully restored lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sexy and sophisticated lounge chair by style master T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lacquer frames. Exquisite modern design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings makes a striking impression in any
Category

20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Lounge Armchair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb lounge armchair Wood splayed legs Plaid upholstery
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

Pair of Mid-Century Robsjohn Gibbings Style Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of Robsjohn Gibbings. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Leather, Wood

Pair of Classic Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic armchairs by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings fro Widdicomb, ca' 1950's. Open walnut frames
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1954 for Widdicomb lounge chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Camden, ME
A pair of Classic and comfortable, deep seated club chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Custom Walnut Bench for the Kandell Residence
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings commission for the building owners personal residence, included custom interiors with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings White Lacquered Walnut Daybed New Abstract Upholstery
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings white lacquered walnut daybed new abstract linen like fabric upholstery
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Attributed Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings attributed lounge chairs. Walnut frames have been refinished and
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Beige Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB)(Similar pieces: DUF0545, DUF0546)
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs, Model 1720
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb lounge chairs of ebonized walnut- Model 1720. Circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Tan Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
four gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB)(Similar pieces: DUF0544
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Stool or Ottoman
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant splayed leg stool or ottoman, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

  • T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Stool or Ottoman
  • T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Stool or Ottoman
  • T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Stool or Ottoman
  • T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Stool or Ottoman
H 16.75 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut and Blue Upholstery Bergere Armchairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
textured fabric, resting on four tapered walnut legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Custom Brass Curule Bench for the Kandell Residence
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings commission by the buildings owners, for their personal residence, included custom
Category

Vintage 1950s American Benches

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with sculptural walnut frames, double stretcher
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Style High Back Lounge Chair, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
. Robsjohn- Gibbings, American 1950's. This chair is beautifully made and very comfortable.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of T-H Robsjohn Gibbings Club Chairs/ Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of T-H Robsjohn Gibbings club chairs dark walnut base, with a light off white Ultra suede
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern lounge chair In the manner of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings or Paul
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Club Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb highback club chairs with dark walnut base, tapered conical
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Midcentury Walnut Slipper Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976) for Widdicomb with bleached walnut
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Stool by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Highland, IN
Typical of Robsjohn-Gibbings' refined aesthetic, this stool is elegant and sexy, with graceful
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Elegant T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Chair with an Ottoman
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic French style slipper chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, with a large ottoman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Loveseat for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This sofa features rounded stained
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Ottoman after Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
armrests. Tapered hardwood bases and vintage fabric add to the Mid-Century appeal of this Robsjohn-Gibbings
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

T.H Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Chairs Refinished and Reupholstered
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Clean Lined Mid Century Dining Chairs, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Vintage Klismos Chair in Leopard Print Attr. to t.h. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Trenton, NJ
designer T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings- this vintage chair has a black lacquer finish and unique leopard print
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, United States, c. 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, United States, c. 1950. These handsome armchairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Shapely American T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Sofa with Flared Openwork Arms
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A shapely American Mid-Century T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings style sofa with flared openwork arms; this
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Fabulous Pair of Club Accent Chairs by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Kensington, MD
Fabulous Pair of Club Accent Chairs by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Additional information
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Saber Leg Lounge Chair in New Upholstery
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
Graceful and comfortable lounge chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. We have reupholstered in a high
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Strap Lounge Chair in the style of Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Remarkable mid-century lounge chair in the style of T.H, Robsjohn Gibbings in black lacquer
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Beige Walnut Frame Lounge / Armchair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE COMPANY)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "WMP" Arm Chair, 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This armchair was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for American manufacturer Widdicomb, circa
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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Robsjohn Gibbings Seating For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of robsjohn gibbings seating on 1stDibs. A piece of robsjohn gibbings seating — often made from wood, fabric and walnut — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of robsjohn gibbings seating, we have 2117 options in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of robsjohn gibbings seating, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made object in our assortment of robsjohn gibbings seating has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and John Widdicomb are consistently popular.

How Much is a Robsjohn Gibbings Seating?

Prices for a piece of robsjohn gibbings seating start at $200 and top out at $110,000 with the average selling for $5,900.

Finding the Right seating for You

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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.

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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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory

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.

Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate

Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate

Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.

Sight Unseen’s Magna Chair Channels the Greatness of Ancient Rome

Sight Unseen’s Magna Chair Channels the Greatness of Ancient Rome

Who knew aluminum could be so sexy?