Space Age Seat
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fabric
20th Century German Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Velvet, Plastic
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Stools
Fabric, Resin, Fiberglass
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Velvet, Polyester
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
Late 20th Century French Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Armchairs
Leather, Plastic
Vintage 1970s Space Age Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Late 20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs
Ultrasuede
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Hungarian Space Age Armchairs
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Benches
Fiberglass, Rubber
Vintage 1960s German Space Age Armchairs
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Dutch Space Age Sofas
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Dutch Space Age Sofas
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Living Room Sets
Chrome
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas
Velvet, Foam
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vanities
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Stools
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Fiberglass, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Living Room Sets
Chrome
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Canapes
Velvet, Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Living Room Sets
Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Cotton, Foam, Leather, Sheepskin
20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
Late 20th Century German Space Age Sofas
Fabric
20th Century Space Age Vanities
Bronze, Copper, Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chaise Longues
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Polish Space Age Swivel Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Polish Space Age Swivel Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Leather
Early 2000s Italian Modern Stools
Chrome, Metal
Vintage 1970s Sectional Sofas
Plastic
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Loveseats
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Dutch Space Age Benches
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Armchairs
Leather
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Space Age Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Space Age Seat?
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.
- What is space age furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Space age furniture relates to furniture produced during the 1960s that was influenced by science fiction and the Space Race. Examples include Joe Colombo's KD29 lamp, Eero Aarnio's Ball Chair and Poul M. Volther's Corona Chair. Shop a selection of space age furniture on 1stDibs.
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