$13,606 / set
H 29.14 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Midcentury Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chairs, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Argelato, BO
An authentic icon of Mid-Century Brazilian design, the Sheriff armchair is one of the most
Leather, Wood
$11,748 / set
H 29.93 in W 40.95 in D 36.23 in
Lounge chair with Ottoman "Sheriff" by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in bruxelles, BE
Lounge chair with ottoman in black leather and wood by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. ISA
Leather, Wood
Sheriff Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brugge, BE
'Sheriff' lounge chair and ottoman, in rosewood and leather by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA, Italy
1970s Brazilian "Poltrona Sheriff" Armchair by Sergio Rodriguez
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Paris, FR
1970s Brazilian "Poltrona Sheriff" armchair signed by Sergio Rodriguez, edited by Isa Bergamo. Wood
Leather, Wood
Black Leather “Sheriff” Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Milano, IT
Discover the iconic elegance and timeless comfort of Sergio Rodrigues' "Sheriff" armchairs, an
Leather, Wood
Pair of "Sheriff Armchairs" by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Wonderful pair of Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff armchairs and ottomans with original leather in very
Pair of Sheriff Armchairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Paris, FR
Oak, Cowhide
Cowhide, Oak
Vintage “Sheriff” Leather Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
A stunning and iconic vintage leather armchair, this was designed by the famous Brazilian Sergio
Leather, Wood
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H 31.5 in W 42.52 in D 37.41 in
Sergio Rodrigues Armchair Midcentury Model Sheriff by Called "Mole", 1950s
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Milano, IT
Sherif armchair by Sergio Rodrigues called "Mole". The armchair was designed by Brazilian
Leather, Rosewood
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H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 37.41 in
Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo Sheriff Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Signed 1950s
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Milano, IT
Bergamo under the name MOLE chair or Sheriff. Designed in 1957, the chair won first prize at the IV
Leather, Wood
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H 28.75 in W 42.52 in D 39.38 in
"Sheriff" lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960S, set of 2
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of black leather and wood lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. Stamped ISA. Seat
Leather, Wood
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H 28.75 in W 42.52 in D 39.38 in
"Sheriff" lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960S, set of 2
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of brown leather and wood armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. Stamped ISA. Seat
Leather, Wood
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Armchairs
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Pair of “Sheriff” Mole lounge armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues, 1961. Made by ISA Bergamo
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff lounge chair ISA Bergamo Italy 1961
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
works such as the Sheriff’s chair (1957), the Mole armchair and the Oscar chair, Sergio also contributed
Leather, Teak
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H 28.35 in W 36.23 in L 28.35 in
"Sheriff" Armchair by Sergio Rodriguez from I.S.A. Bergamo Mid-Century Modern
By I.S.A. Italy, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lucca, IT
Sheriff lounge chair in Brazilian wood and leather, by Sergio Rodroguez for I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy
Leather, Wood
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H 28.35 in W 36.23 in L 28.35 in
2 "Sheriff" Armchairs by Sergio Rodriguez from I.S.A. Bergamo Mid-Century Modern
By I.S.A. Italy, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lucca, IT
Couple of Sheriff lounge chair in Brazilian wood and leather, by Sergio Rodroguez for I.S.A
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This chair was designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil and produced in Italy, where it was configured to break down flat for export shipping.
Seat Depth: 24 inches
Mahogany, Leather
Sheriff chair by Sergio Rodriguez
Located in Newburgh, NY
reads: "Sheriff Chair by Segio Rodriguez" it is made of solid Rosewood and has an unusual upholstery
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of Sheriff Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Francisco, CA
A great pair of very comfortable chairs by Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues.
Wood, Leather
Poltrona Sheriff by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Paris, FR
armchair poltrona sheriff signed Sergio Rodrigues made by Isa Bergamo .
Wood, Leather
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H 28.35 in W 36.23 in D 36.23 in
2 "Sheriff" Armchairs by Sergio Rodriguez from I.S.A. Bergamo Mid-Century Modern
By I.S.A. Italy, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lucca, IT
Couple of Sheriff lounge chair in Brazilian wood and leather, by Sergio Rodroguez for I.S.A
Leather, Wood
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H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 35.44 in
Vintage Sheriff / Mole Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Sheriff armchair by Sergio Rodrigues. Originally nick-named the POLTRONA MOLE or soft chair due to
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues ‘Banco Mucki’ Bench
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
. Rodrigues had the peak of his career in the 50s and 60s, amongst his well-known works such as the Sheriff
Rosewood
Handsome Broyhill Brasilia Walnut Mirror Mid-Century Modern
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia mirror, circa 1960s. The walnut frame features the signature relief cut and sculpted pattern modeled after Oscar Niemeyer's architectura...
Mirror, Walnut
Mid-Century Pendent Lamp, Model Kiri, from Josef Frank, Austria
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful mid-century chandelier from Josef Frank. This six arm lamp is made of brass with walnut accents. The combination of the walnut with the brass makes this piece very subli...
Brass
On Hold|$1,200
H 20.87 in Dm 28.35 in
Danish Modern Round Coffee Table in Solid Pine, Rainer Daumiller Style, 1970s
By Hirtshals Savvaerk, Rainer Daumiller
Located in Odense, DK
A fine Danish Modern round coffee table in solid pine, made in the style of Rainer Daumiller in the 1970s by a Danish Cabinetmaker. This sculptural coffee / side table will complem...
Pine
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Aldo Tura Italian Brown Parchment Veneer Desk
By Aldo Tura
Located in Queens, NY
Italian 1940/1950s brown parchment veneer desk with brass trimmed edge and 4 drawers supported on 2 rectangular pedestals with a vanity panel. (ALDO TURA)
Brass
Modernist Oak Console Table
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
Modernist oak console table designed and produced in England using traditional furniture making techniques. Completely handcrafted from the finest fully quarter-sawn English oak. Han...
Oak
$1,480
H 70.87 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Decorative Coat Stand in Solid Pine, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Odense, DK
An intriguing sculptural coat stand with plenty of space for your jackets etc, all made in solid pine. Crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1970s. This simple and decorative des...
Pine
$23,976
H 97.64 in W 105.12 in D 16.54 in
Bruno Mathsson Bookcase Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Steel
$12,500 / set
H 32.25 in W 24.25 in D 34.5 in
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white fabric and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Dimensions: 32.25” H x 24.25” W x 34.5” D Seat Height: 1...
Fabric, Wood
$2,536 / item
H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Bench by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
The Sunday Bench is a signature piece from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection, designed by founder Alexander-Jones and meticulously handcrafted in the UK. A sculpted solid oak frame support...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A chocolate brown 1970s sofa designed by one of the most iconic Mid Century Modern Designers Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. Modern. Confident. Elegant. The sofa floats atop...
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Postmodern Valet Clothing Stand, Denmark, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
A sculptural postmodern valet clothing stand for both ladies and gentlemen from the 1980s, crafted in Denmark. Made of orange medium brown beech wood this stand includes a coat hange...
Wood, Beech
$2,809 / item
H 9.8 in W 26.4 in D 9.8 in
'Tekio Horizontal P1' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P1' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaara...
Metal
$22,500
H 15 in W 55 in D 31 in
Aldo Tura Tiered Lacquered Goatskin Cocktail Table with Concealed Bar, 1970s
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
Throughout his career, Italian designer Aldo Tura was known for his distinct approach to furniture and home decor. A pillar in the post-war Italian design movement, Tura’s work empha...
Goatskin, Mirror, Wood, Lacquer
Unavailable|$28,000
H 31 in Dm 59 in
Midcentury Aldo Tura Italian Circular Goatskin Dining Table with Leaves
By Aldo Tura
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century circular goatskin center table with circular pedestal base with silver metal veneer and an expandable table top with two leaves. (leaves: 16" each) (ALDO TURA) L...
Goatskin
Italian Pair of Dining Chairs with Woven Leather Seats
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, leather, beech, Italy, late 1970s Remarkable pair of sculptural and impressive dining chairs. These chairs have a frame and long backrest in beech. The backs ...
Leather, Beech
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.