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Milo Sofa, Shell / Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Marie Burgos has expanded on the design concept for her acclaimed Milo lounge chair and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Shell/Umber Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Marie Burgos has expanded on the design concept for her acclaimed Milo lounge chair and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Shell/Creme Brulee Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Marie Burgos has expanded on the design concept for her acclaimed Milo lounge chair and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Shell Midcentury Curved Sofa, Brass Cast Feet, Original Velvet, Casa e Giardino
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Update: This is the sofa which is part of the group with two armchairs. The armchairs were
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 31.89 in W 64.97 in D 35.44 in
Louis Durot French Post War Artist Cowrie Shell Sofa Settee Sculpture in Polymer
By Louis Durot
Located in Atlanta, GA
that provokes thought and curiosity." This is an oversized and stylized cowrie shell sofa settee. The
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
H 32 in W 52 in D 37 in
Swedish Period Rococo 3-Chair Back Painted Sofa Bench, Early 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo style three-chair back sofa from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Bergère Sofa
By Autoban
Located in Kemankeş, 34
rigid, boxy outer shell. An icon of Autoban’s unique design sensibility, the sofa’s seat frame is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Ash, Chestnut, Oak, Walnut
Early Mario Bellini “Amanta” Sofa
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
manufacturing team. The original maker’s insignia is also present on each piece. The fiberglass shells have some
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Pola Sofa by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Pola sofa by Sebastian Herkner.
2 seats
Dimensions: D 92.5 x W 197 x H 75.5 cm
Materials
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1970's Tan / Cognac Leather Lounge / Club Chair with White Shell 'Orbis' by COR
By COR, Luigi Colani
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
good condition as well as the plywood shell.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plywood
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Uova by Piegatto, a Sculptural Outdoor Sofa
Located in Guatemala, GU
with a sleek and modern aesthetic, seamlessly blends comfort and style.
The outer shell of the chair
Category
2010s Guatemalan Sofas
Materials
Fiberglass
Customizable Artifort 905 Sofa by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
chair/footstool. Finishing: chrome or powder coat. Shell: Wooden shell, covered with cold foam. Zig-zag
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Customizable Normann Copenhagen Era Sofa by Simon Legald
By Simon Legald, Normann Copenhagen
Located in New York, NY
, Camira Oceanic, Camira Yoredale and Sørensen Ultra Leather.
Shell: hard molded PU foam
Cushion: soft
Category
2010s Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Textile
Beetle Sofa, Conic Base, Fully Upholstered with Black Chrome Legs
By Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
Taking its inspiration from the beetle lounge chair, the elongated beetle sofa has a rounded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Curved Cream Sofa by Ico Parisi (Attr.), Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Utrecht, NL
elegance inherent in Italian design.
As such, this individualistic sofa reflects the mid-century Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
19th Century Napoleon III Period Louis XIV Style Canape ~ Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Napoleon III Period Louis XIV Style Canape ~ Sofa is a superlative example of the
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Beetle Sofa, Conic Base, Fully Upholstered with Matte Black Chrome Legs
By Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
Taking its inspiration from the Beetle lounge chair, the elongated Beetle sofa has a rounded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Beetle Sofa, Conic Base, Fully Upholstered with Semi-Matte Brass Legs
By Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
Taking its inspiration from the beetle lounge chair, the elongated beetle sofa has a rounded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
"MT2" Sculptural Monobloc Sofa Designed by Ron Arad for Driade
By Driade, Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"MT2" is an iconic sculptural polyethylene monobloc sofa, designed by Ron Arad and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Plastic
Customizable Artifort 905 Sofa in leather by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
square 25x25mm. Beam: ditto chair/footstool. Finishing: chrome or powder coat. Shell: Wooden shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Mario Bellini Amanta Modular Sofa in Orange Leather for C&B Italy, 1960s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
can be used as lounge chairs or sofa.
The shells are white fiberglass and the seats are upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
H 27.17 in W 32.29 in D 29.53 in
Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lucija, SI
a small sofa or stand alone as lounge chairs. The flexibility was made possible by the strategically
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 29.53 in
"Out/In" Black and White Monobloc Sofa by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
By Eugeni Quitllet, Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of the high chair, particularly its height, turning such object into a shell or a bulwark; on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 32.2 in W 79.5 in D 29.9 in
"Out/In" Metallic Silver Gray Colored Sofa by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
By Driade, Philippe Starck, Eugeni Quitllet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of the high chair, particularly its height, turning such object into a shell or a bulwark; on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 32.2 in W 79.5 in D 29.9 in
An Italian "Amanta" 4-Piece Modular Sofa By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, c.1980
By Mario Bellini
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 1980s C&B Italia “Amanta” modular or sectional four piece sofa designed by Mario Bellini in 1966
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Louis Durot French Post War Artist Red Lips L'echauffeuse Sofa Settee Sculpture
By Louis Durot
Located in Atlanta, GA
armchair sculptural work of art / furniture and an oversized cowrie shell sofa settee sculptural work of
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Foam
H 26 in W 65 in D 42 in
Dieter Rams Lounge Chair + Ottoman Swivel Base by Vitsœ Leather 1962 Minimal
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Munster, NRW
. Individual chairs can become a sofa at any time - or vice versa.
620 is designed and built to last a lifetime
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Swedish Period Baroque Carved Wood Three-Chair Back Bench with Upholstered Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish period Baroque three-chair back carved-wood sofa, with upholstered seat, from the 18th
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 40 in W 67 in D 21 in
Otto Zapf Sofalette Leather Lounge Chair 2 Seater
By Otto Zapf
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
in a good condition. As base the chairs have fiberglas shells which are in an age-appropriate
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
1968 Ciprea Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina (1968), Italy, Set of 4
By Cassina, Mario Bellini, Tito Agnoli, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Mario Bellini, these chairs stand alone gorgeously, just as well as they combine to form a modular sofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plywood
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 28.35 in
Late 19th Century Walnut Twin Chair Back Sofa After a George II Design
Located in Benington, Herts
A superb quality late 19th century walnut double chair back sofa / settee after a George II design
Category
Antique 1880s English George II Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Amanta Sectional Sofa/Lounge Chairs, 1973
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
together to form a small sofa or stand alone as lounge chairs. The flexibility was made possible by the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Set of 3 Red Amanta Lounge Chairs/Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
Amanta lounge chair from 1966 (the year the company was founded).
The solution of the shell
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Rare Orange Space Age "Carousel" Sofa by Elsie Crawford for Sintoform, 1969
By Elsie Crawford
Located in Media, PA
The "Carousel" fiberglass sofa was designed by Elsie Crawford in 1969 for Sintoform's
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Space Age Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Arne Jacobsen Model 3316 Egg Easy Chair Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
was the first to use; a strong foam inner shell underneath the upholstery. Experience originality and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Arne Jacobsen Model 3127 Egg Easy Chair Fabric
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
was the first to use; a strong foam inner shell underneath the upholstery. Experience originality and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
3 Spanish Turquise Aluminium Vintage Chairs by Oscar Tusquets Blanca 1980s
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca
Located in Salzburg, AT
), and for Casas he created the "Ali Baba" carpet sofa (1983) and the "Varius" chair (1983). In 1987
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33.47 in W 19.3 in D 24.02 in
Wieland Unimold Wedge Form Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hanover, MA
sofas that were manufactured at Wieland-was a 96 in.-long plywood shell molded to shape in a high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Plywood
Set of Four Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-47 in mahogany
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
chairs, easy chairs, footrests, sofas and coffee tables, dining tables as well as high-end office
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Alias 07G New Lady Soft Calyx Chair with Upholstery Seat & Lacquered Steel Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rizzatto
Chair with swivel base in lacquered steel. Shell in polyurethane covered with fabric or leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Alias 07E New Lady Soft Chair with Upholstery Seat and Polished Aluminum Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 07E New Lady Soft Chair with Upholstery Seat and Polished Aluminum Frame by Paolo Rizzatto
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
"Out/In" Black and White High Chair by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
By Eugeni Quitllet, Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of the high chair, particularly its height, turning such object into a shell or a bulwark; on the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 57.8 in W 30.7 in D 30.3 in
"Out/In" Metallic Silver Gray High Chair by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
By Eugeni Quitllet, Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, turning such object into a shell or a bulwark; on the other hand, he doesn’t look for a sofa as an “iconic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 57.8 in W 30.7 in D 30.3 in
Alias 07G New Lady Soft Calyx Chair in Black Leather Seat &Lacquered Steel Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 07G New Lady Soft Calyx Chair in Black Leather Seat and Lacquered Steel Frame
Chair with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Alias 07G New Lady Soft Calyx Chair in Black Seat & White Lacquered Steel Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair with swivel base in lacquered steel. Shell in polyurethane covered with fabric or leather (cover
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Alias 07F New Lady Soft Wood Chair in Black Leather Seat and Natural Oak Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 07F New Lady Soft Wood Chair in Black Leather Seat and Natural Oak Frame by Paolo Rizzatto
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Alias 07F New Lady Soft Wood Chair in Black Leather Seat and Ash Grey Oak Frame
By Alias, Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 07F New Lady Soft Wood Chair in Black Leather Seat and Ash Grey Oak Frame by Paolo Rizzatto
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Wittmann Merwyn Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner n STOCK
By Wittmann, Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
dunkelbraun leather
The shape of the chair and sofa stirs up associations with classic armchairs and canapés
Category
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Vintage Formanova Alessandra Lounge Chairs, Giulio Moscatelli, New Dedar Fabric
By Giulio Moscatelli, Formanova
Located in Milano, IT
If you think these lounge chairs are tipycally Eighties, think again: for how incredible it might
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 28.35 in W 32.29 in D 31.5 in
Svante Skogh "Pallas" Lounge Chairs for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Svante Skogh, Asko
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of spectacular “Pallas” chairs by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh dates to 1954 and is a
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Cardin Pair of Lounge Chairs in Champagne Gold Velvet
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
furniture design. The chairs are beautifully constructed featuring a shell shaped frame composed of
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
"Pallas" Lounge Chair by Svante Skogh for Asko, Finland 1950s
By Asko, Svante Skogh
Located in Utrecht, NL
. The union of the shell-shaped, upholstered body and the sculpted wooden structure define this chair
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Percival Lafer's Lounge Chair model MP-61 in Maharam Leather and Rosewood, 1973
By Percival Lafer
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare lounge chair designed by Percival Lafer for Móveis Lafer, Model MP-61, with fiberglass shell
Category
Vintage 1970s South American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Rosewood
H 26.5 in W 31 in D 33.5 in
Space Age Red "Tulip" Swivel Chairs by Péter Ghyczy, Germany 1970s
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Budapest, HU
designed, including: chairs, shell chairs, sofas, tables, shelves, kitchen and office plastic entrance
Category
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Swivel Chairs
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
1956, Ray & Charles Eames Lounge Chair, Rare First Edition 1956 in Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
right armrest an also some scratches on the shell of the seat of the lounge chair and the backrest
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Leather Lounge Chair H.W.Klein 1960s Denmark
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage lounge chairs or club chairs from leather, steel and chromed metal
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 34.26 in D 31.89 in
FM50 Lounge Chair by Cornelis Zitman for UMS Pastoe 1964, Set of 2
By Cornelis Zitman
Located in Stavenisse, NL
abilities to UMS Pastoe for the development of a distinctly designed set of chairs, armchairs and sofas
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Steve Chase Martin Brattrud Chrome Leather Swivel Chairs on Casters- A Pair
By Martin Battrud, Steve Chase
Located in Miami, FL
plush cushioning was most prevalent in his Monterey seating collection of chairs, sectionals and sofas
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 34.5 in W 31 in D 40 in
Vintage Eames Vitra La Chaise Chair, Original, Fiberglass First Generation, 1992
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charles and Ray designed the iconic "La Chaise" lounge chair for The Museum of Modern Art’s 1948
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 35 in W 59 in D 34 in
Pair of 'Amanta' Leather Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
together to form a small sofa or stand alone as lounge chairs. The flexibility was made possible by the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
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Shell Sofa Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the shell sofa chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each shell sofa chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and wood. There are 57 variations of the antique or vintage shell sofa chair you’re looking for, while we also have 28 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a shell sofa chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right shell sofa chair, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shell sofa chair over the years, but those crafted by Alias, Driade and Paolo Rizzatto are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Shell Sofa Chair?
A shell sofa chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,841, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $130,038.
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 Shell Sofa Chair
- What are Shell Chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
- Is the Shell Chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
- Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
- Should sofa and chairs match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, a sofa and chair can match. The choice to match a sofa and chairs is really a matter of preference. General design wisdom recommends against matching your sofa and chairs, however. Juxtaposition can create an interesting sense of diversity in your space — express yourself with a provocative mix of sizes and profiles. Find all kinds of sofas and chairs on 1stDibs to get started.
- What is a sofa chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sofa chair is an armchair. This single seater chair often pairs with a sofa.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A single sofa chair is often called a loveseat, which is larger than a typical armchair, but still too small for more than one person. Browse a collection of loveseats today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many chair colors that can complement a green sofa and is a matter of preference. Based on the design style and decor scheme of your living space you could choose colors that complement your green sofa. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage chairs
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Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
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.
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