Pink Roof White Birch, Original Painting
By Ruth LaGue
Located in San Francisco, CA
Words that describe this painting: landscape, barn, country, countryside, sky, peaceful, serene, field, bright, color, building, farm, trees, grass, acrylicpaint, small, impressionis...
Acrylic
Pair of DUX Lounge Chairs Fully Restored in Mohair Velvet, Artifort, 1955
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of lounge chairs by Swedish manufacturer DUX and distributed by Artifort the Netherlands 1955 These lounge chairs were top of the Artifort range in 1955, handmade in Sweden and...
Steel
Unavailable
H 32.63 in W 29.88 in D 31.5 in
Swip Stolk and Theo Ruth No. 72 "Hotstuff"in Carved Birch and Leather, 2014
By Swip Stolk, Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Blauvelt, NY
Swip Stolk and Theo Ruth No. 72 "Hotstuff" made from carved birch, polyester, organic cotton and leather designed in 2014.
Birch, Cotton, Leather, Polyester
Sofa Model 105 "Hair Pin", Theo Ruth, 1957
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare sofa model 105 lounge by Theo Ruth for Artifort produced in 1957.
Wool, Birch
Ruth
Located in Habo, SE
RUTH is a box I made from walnut and birch, featuring a parquetry pattern crafted from home-sawn veneer, giving it a personal and unique touch.
Birch, Walnut
Penguin and Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
The congo and penguin chair are both interlocking for easy assembly and transportation This design is by Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1957 and based on concept of an African shepherd ...
Upholstery, Seagrass, Birch
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H 31.11 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Early Production Theo Ruth Model 115 Loveseat for Artifort The Netherlands, 1957
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This model 115 sofa or loveseat (two person) is by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort This is an early example produced in 1957 (marked Artifort 115 '57) and has been restored ...
Upholstery, Seagrass, Birch
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H 36.23 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Theo Ruth Lounge Chair Artifort 1950's NEW Mohair Velvet Wool Fabric
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
1950's Lounge chair by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort Fully restored and upholstered in our in-house upholstery atelier (see last 2 photo's) We used a vivid forrest green ...
Mohair, Velvet, Birch
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H 33.47 in W 71.26 in D 35.44 in
Rare Theo Ruth Three-Seat Sofa with New De Ploeg Upholstery, Artifort, 1955
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
From 1890-1950 Artifort produced mostly high quality traditional furniture and slowly switched to the modernist design in the early 1950s. They took some established names in their ...
Metal
Pair or Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs
By Artifort, Julian Marshall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Tension set Construction. The Back and Seat are 2 separate Pieces that Fit together like 2 Pieces of a Puzzle. Original Condition! (seats have been reupholstered with new fabr...
Upholstery, Birch, Wood
2 Early lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Julian Marshall
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
2 classic 1950's lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort The Netherlands. They are different models but would fit excellent as a pair. One chair retains its original 50's...
Birch
Theo Ruth for Artifort Lounge Chair In Navy and White
By Julian Marshall, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Theo Ruth ebonized birch frame with newly reupholstered navy seat cushion and textured white seat back.
Upholstery
Lovely Theo Ruth Style Low Wing Back Lounge Chair in Ivory
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, Mid-Century, Theo Ruth inspired wing back, lounge or vanity chair with original birch tapered legs.
Upholstery, Birch
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H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 34.65 in
New Upholstery Theo Ruth Model 105 Lounge Chair, Artifort, 1957, the Netherlands
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This beautiful lounge chair is model 105 by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1957 I has been upholstered with a new De Ploeg wool in a grey and green melange fabric accord...
Steel
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H 36.23 in W 27.17 in D 34.65 in
Pair of New Upholstered Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of nicely curved wingback chairs in a senior and lady version by Dutch designer Their Ruth for Artifort manufactured in the 1950's Photo's of the complete classic reupholster...
Steel
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H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in
Stunning Theo Ruth Model 105 'Hair Pin' Sofa for Artifort with Kvadrat Wool
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare sofa model 105 lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort produced in 1957. During the restoration process we discovered the original and amazing abstract 1950's 'Kyoto' Ploeg f...
Birch, Upholstery, Wool
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H 33.86 in W 31.5 in D 34.26 in
Stunning pair of 1950's Theo Ruth Model 105 'Hair Pin' Easy Chairs for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare set of model 105 Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort produced in 1957 During the restoration process we discovered the original and amazing abstract 1950's 'Kyoto' Ploeg...
Birch, Upholstery
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H 32.63 in W 31.5 in D 29.88 in
Wim Crouwel and Theo Ruth No. 22 "New Alphabet" in Carved Birch, 2014
By Theo Ruth, Wim Crouwel, Artifort
Located in Blauvelt, NY
Wim Crouwel and Theo Ruth No. 22 "New Alphabet" is made from carved birch, polyester, organic cotton and leather in 2014.
Birch, Cotton, Leather, Polyester
Living Room Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands 1950
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Wilnis, UT
An eye-catching set of a 3-seater sofa and 2 easy chairs designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort in the Netherlands around 1950.
Fabric, Bouclé, Birch
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H 33.47 in W 21.66 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Low Chairs "Congo" Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950
By Theo Ruth
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of "Congo" chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Birch wood, new upholstery with new foam and Kvadrat fabric.
Upholstery, Wood
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H 32.63 in W 29.88 in D 31.5 in
Julius Vermeulen and Theo Ruth Penguin Chairs in "Hotstuff" and "Insects", 2014
By Theo Ruth, Julius Vermeulen, Artifort
Located in Blauvelt, NY
Julius Vermeulen and Theo Ruth; Penguin chair designed in 2014 is made from carved birch, polyester, organic cotton and leather.
Birch, Cotton, Leather, Polyester
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$652Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Low Back Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1950's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1950s Danish easy chair by Fritz Hansen. Very elegant with a sculptural organic shape and harmonious proportions and size making it very versatile and well suited for today...
Wool, Beech
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influentia...
Linen
The Salon, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Pair of Handcrafted Walnut Side Drink Tables
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
Beautifully hand-turned and handcrafted in solid American black walnut, this side table is a sculptural study in form, texture, and material. Designed and made by our craftsman in En...
Walnut
$3,502 / item
H 16.93 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Velvet, Oak
$3,530 / item
H 30 in W 35 in D 36 in
Lune Swivel Chair in Luxe Berbers/ Bouclés by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Lune swivel chair from Lemieux et Cie is a masterful expression of sculptural comfort, its perfectly rounded form embracing the body with the same enveloping ease as the great Da...
Velvet
Pair of Italian Brutalist Armchairs
Located in London, London
Pair of armchairs Unusual shaped frame Boucle upholstery Normally carried in stock in Italy but can be made to order if not. Several different fabric options are available. Seat ...
Bouclé, Ash
Belgian Linen Stone Washed Linen Slip Covered Chair
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Ans Belgian Linen Slip Covered Accent Chair, exuding classic European style with its elegant design. Crafted with luxurious Belgian linen, this accent chair features ...
Cotton, Linen, Foam, Wood
Alma Upholstered Accent Chair in Faux Mohair Velvet
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is our french havane, a warm honey, caramel t...
Metal
Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa or settee attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, c. 1950s. For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland. We...
Fabric, Wood
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.