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"Sheriff" Lounge Chair with ottoman, by Sérgio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
.
The Sheriff lounge chair exemplifies Rodrigues' ability to harmoniously blend contemporary design with
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 29.14 in W 44.49 in D 34.26 in
Italian Chairs in Style of Sergio Rodriguez
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergio Rodriguez Sheriff chairs leather upholstery and fruit wood .Price is for each an can be
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Harewood, Leather
Sheriff Lounge Chair with ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing set of the Sheriff lounge chair by Sergio Rodrigues for Isa Bergamo with the matching
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
possible to adjust the angle of the seat - The Sheriff Chair
Height adjustable.
Height 95 cm
Width 60 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.41 in W 23.63 in D 25.6 in
20th Century, Leonardo Fiori for ISA Bergamo Set of Six Wooden Chairs
By ISA Bergamo, Leonardo Fiori
Located in Turin, Turin
. market.
During this period he acquired a license to produce the famous Sheriff Chair by Brazilian
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 35.63 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in
Set of 6 chairs in white boucle by Leonardo Fiori for Isa Bergamo 60s
By ISA Bergamo, Leonardo Fiori
Located in Padova, IT
furniture for the US market.
During this period it acquired the license to produce the famous Sheriff Chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Red Lion, PA
"Sheriff" model. Solid pine, leather cover, leather straps.
Design: Sergio Rodrigues, 1957
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Rosewood Jacaranda Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
H 37.41 in W 29.14 in D 36.23 in
Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury Brazilian Modern Sergio Rodrigues Leather "Sheriff" Lounge Chair and Ottoman - All solid
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 31 in W 34 in D 35 in
Small freestanding wooden bookcase by Isa Bergamo from the 50s and 60s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Padova, IT
US market.
During this period it acquired the license to produce the famous Sheriff Chair by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 9.85 in
Mats Theselius 'Sheriff' for Källemo
By Mats Theselius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Källemo, Sweden.
Cognac brown leather and black lacquered steel.
Seat Height: 42-52 cm
Height: 78-88 cm
Width: 53 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
Low Table by ISA Bergamo ca. 1955
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Berlin, DE
acquired the licences to produce the "Sheriff chair" by Sergio Rodrigues and also the Holmenkollen chair by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Barstool in Solid Pine
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Pine
H 31.89 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Stools in Solid Pine
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Pine, Leather
H 16.34 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
20th Century Gio Ponti Pair of Armchairs by ISA Bergamo 50s White Upholstery
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Turin, Turin
this period he acquired a license to produce the famous Sheriff Chair by Brazilian architect Sergio
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32.29 in W 33.47 in D 29.93 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Side Table in Solid Pine
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Coffee Table in Solid Pine
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
H 21.46 in W 59.06 in D 30.71 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Dining Table in Solid Pine
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
H 29.14 in W 102.37 in D 54.93 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Coffee Table in Solid Pine
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Pine
H 21.66 in W 66.93 in D 34.45 in
Rare Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo 'Sheriff' Side Tables in Solid Pine
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-century design history. Among his extensive collection of furniture pieces, the 1961 "Sheriff Chair" is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Pine
H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Italian Curved Black Wood Backlit Beveled Mirror by Ico Parisi for ISA, 1968
By Ico Parisi, ISA Bergamo
Located in Roma, IT
Morbelli. And around 1960 ISA acquired the licenses to produce the Sheriff chair by Sergio Rodrigues and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Crystal
Italian Curved Teak Backlit Bevel Mirror by Ico Parisi for ISA, 1968
By Ico Parisi, ISA Bergamo
Located in Roma, IT
around 1960 ISA acquired the licenses to produce the Sheriff chair by Sergio Rodrigues and the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Crystal
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bar cart by Sergio Rodrigues in Rosewood and white Formica. Brazil - 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in
SERGIO RODRIGUES - 1965 - Eleh bench in Rosewood. Brazilian Modern Furniture
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood, with
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rosewood
H 14.57 in W 59.06 in D 27.17 in
Sergio Rodrigues Bookcase Adolpho in Jacaranda Wood for OCA, Brazil, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Jacaranda
H 82.68 in W 80.71 in D 16.54 in
Sergio Rodrigues, Pair of Moleca Armchair, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Moleca Armchair, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Tea Troller Sérgio Rodrigues 'Vertis' 1960 Brazilian Modern Jacarandá Rosewood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Formica, Jacaranda, Rosewood
H 31.5 in W 29.53 in D 17.72 in
Eleh Side Table / Bench by Sérgio Rodrigues, Circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Metal
i.s.a. Bergamo Mid Century Rosewood Light Up Mirror
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
company’s production included elegant seating, like Veronesi’s “Perla” armchairs, and the striking “Sheriff
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Walnut and Leather Sheriff Chair with Ottoman
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Portland, OR
the MOMA Permanent Collection. The Sheriff Chair, also called the Mole Chair, is an excellent example
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Classic mid-century modern piece by Brazilian design giant Sergio Rodrigues modernly produced by Sergio Rodrigues' manufacturing company in Brazil
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Lounge Chairs
Purplewood and Leather Pair of Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Francisco, CA
toys and expanding beyond Brazil's borders with his company Oca as the "Sheriff" chair took the world
Category
Brazilian Chairs
Pair of Italian Modern Walnut Armchairs, ISA, attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hollywood, FL
acquired the licences to produce the "Sheriff chair" by Sergio Rodrigues and also the Holmenkollen chair by
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Sheriff Pelle Poltrona Molecola e Ottomano di Sergio Rodrigues Brasile 1950
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lucca, IT
Sheriff Set in Pelle di Poltrona Moleca e Ottomana design Sergio Rodrigues 1950Struttura in legno
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Sheriff Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous original Sheriff chair designed by Sergio Rodriguez for Isa Italy. Acquired from original
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair in new leather
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Diego, CA
Chair, also known as the Sheriff chair: Our version originates from the 1960s and was produced by ISA
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
Rosewood Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair and Ottoman with new Leather upholstery
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in San Diego, CA
Imbuia. Probably his best known design is the “Mole”, or Soft Chair also known as the Sheriff chair: Our
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 28.5 in W 38 in D 36 in
In the Manner of Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair
By Sergio Rodrigues, I.S.A. Italy
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
In the Manner of the 'Sheriff' lounge chair and ottoman, in Brazilian wood and leather, by Sergio
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Chair for ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues, I.S.A. Italy
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Sheriff lounge chair designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil, manufactured by ISA Bergamo in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda
"Sheriff" Chair & Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil/Italy, 1950's
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Austin, TX
Sergio Rodrigues's iconic "Sheriff" lounge chair and ottoman, infused with Brazilian soul, are
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
'I shot the' Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy 1961
By Sergio Rodrigues, Arredamenti ISA
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Lovely 'Sheriff' chair by Brazilian architect and designer Sergio Rodrigues ,produced by ISA
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.94 in W 39.38 in D 37.41 in
Stunning Leather 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, ISA, Italy, 1961
By Sergio Rodrigues, Arredamenti ISA
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Exotic 'Sheriff' chair by Brazilian architect and designer Sergio Rodrigues, produced by ISA
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.94 in W 39.38 in D 37.41 in
Guglielmo Veronesi Pink Silk Velvet Pearl Lounge Chair, ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
license to produce the famous Sheriff Chair by Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues.
Dimensions : 30.5
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 33 in W 31 in L 33 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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 37.41 in
Black Leather “Sheriff” Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Milano, IT
"sheriff's chairs."
High-quality Brazilian craftsmanship is evident in every detail of these armchairs. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Kilin" Easy Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1973
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood, with fit and upholstery innovations
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Jacaranda, Leather
Black Leather ‘Sheriff’ Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Stunning pair of ‘Sheriff’ lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA, Italy, 1961. The smooth black
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Midcentury Brazilian Modern “Sheriff” Lounge Chair Designed by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Union City, NJ
Mid Century Brazilian Modern “Sheriff” Lounge Chair Designed By Sergio Rodrigues. Originally
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 32 in W 37 in D 37 in
Mid-century modern Brazilian 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sergio Rodrigues “Sheriff”Lounge chair and ottoman with solid jacaranda frame and thick natural
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 39.38 in L 28.75 in
Original Sheriff Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues ISA Italy 1962 Cognac Leather
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare and fully original ''Sheriff'' lounge chair designed by the father of Brazilian modern design
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.11 in W 38.98 in L 31.11 in
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wall Suspended Console in Wood with Crystal Mirror by ISA Bergamo 1960s Italy
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Sheriff Chair of the Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues.
In the interesting biography of Tino Sana
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Plastic
H 5.52 in W 125.99 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Armchairs Kilin by Brazilian Designer Sergio Rodrigues Rosewood Caviuna
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
designer to whom we selected was Sergio Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 67 in W 67 in D 62 in
Sergio Rodrigues George Nelson Bookcase in Rosewood, Metal and Leather Brazil 60
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Curitiba, PR
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 78.75 in
"Tonico" Sofá by Sergio Rodrigues Circa 1965
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa).
His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Sheriff" lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues for ISA Bergamo, 1960S, set of 2
By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of black leather and wood lounge chairs by Sergio Rodrigues. Model: Sheriff. Stamped ISA. Seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.75 in W 42.52 in D 39.38 in
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Sheriff Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sheriff chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every sheriff chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sheriff chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A sheriff chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.
How Much is a Sheriff Chair?
Prices for a sheriff chair start at $3,999 and top out at $60,000 with the average selling for $8,200.
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.
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