$26,120Sale Price|20% Off
Giorgetti Skyline Sectional
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Seattle, WA
Giorgetti “Skyline” Sectional by Carlo Colombo — Italian Handcrafted Masterpiece A study in architectural precision and modern comfort, the Skyline sectional by Carlo Colombo for Gi...
Marble
Limited Edition Notturno A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce
By Gaetano Pesce, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Notturno A New York sofa by Gaetano Pesce Manufactured by Cassina in Italy Limited Edition of 50 pieces DESIGN TRIBUTE TO THE CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS The New York skyline in a sofa,...
Fabric
Skyline Design Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Skyline Design Three-Seat Sofa, woven white plastic framed with beige cushions. 36" H x 95" W x 36" D; seat: 17" H.
Fabric, Plastic
New York Skyline Three Seat Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Three seat sofa upholstered in cream ultrasuede with canvas cushions printed with an early 20th century black and white photo of the skyline of New York City, studded with silver-ton...
Fabric
Giorgetti Skyline Sectional Sofa by Carlo Colombo
By Carlo Colombo, Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Carlo Colombo A domestic architecture that characterizes the space, by conforming to each need. The cutting-edge detail is the special reclining mechanism that allows re...
Marble
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H 30 in W 25.5 in D 29 in L 30 in
Leather/Rosewood Midcentury 'Skyline" seating Einar Hove for Hove Mobler, 1970s
By Hove Möbler
Located in Buffalo, NY
1970's "Skyline" leather and rosewood seating designed by Einar Hove for Hove Mobler in Norway.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 13.78 in W 44.89 in D 14.97 in
Coffee Table, Sofa Table, John Piper, London Skyline, Myer, Heals, Conran
By John Piper
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The main feature of this highly decorative low sofa/coffee table is the London Skyline picture by John Piper, one of the leading artists in the UK abstract painting movement inspired...
Formica
Large Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa
By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, sofa, model ‘Cannaregio’, multicolored upholstery, Italy, 1987 Large ‘Cannaregio’ sofa, designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina. The 1987 design is playful,...
Fabric
Molteni&C Augusto Sofa
By Molteni & C
Located in Boston, MA
By Vincent Van Duysen The Floor Sample Augusto Sofa is a perfect mix of timeless design and modern innovation, representing Molteni&C's dedication to craftsmanship and quality....
Aluminum
$15,518Sale Price|50% Off
H 25.6 in W 163.78 in D 73.23 in
Zanotta Pianoalto Sectional Sofa by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba in STOCK
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
1) PIANOALTO ROUNDED SHORT BACKREST END SOFA ORIENTATION LEFT COVER TESSUTO QUEEN CAT40 SENAPE 040418 38%ACRILICO 28%LANA 1) PIANOALTO SOFA 130X116 COVER TESSUTO QUEEN CAT40 SENAPE ...
Fabric
$33,792
H 49.22 in W 94.49 in D 34.65 in
limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina
By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Berlin, DE
1 of 50 limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina For the three-seater sofa, the padded skyscrapers are upholstered in an exclusive fabric with a raised t...
Fabric
$8,270
H 36.62 in W 106.7 in D 39.38 in
Italian modern modular Cannaregio sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, 1987
By Gaetano Pesce, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular Cannaregio sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, 1987 Cannaregio model sofa composed of three modules that can be positioned as desired, united or distant. The su...
Fabric, Wood
Modular Sofa and Ottomans for Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Fully upholstered modular seating system with slab sides, tight seats, and ‘saddle bag’ style back and end cushions. Labeled Cassina under the seats on its metal frame as well as lab...
Metal
Sella Sofa by Carlo De Carli
By Tacchini
Located in Boston, MA
The highly elegant sofa is made using the very finest of materials: exposed walnut, elegant metal chromed details finish shiny black and belts for the support of the backrest in refi...
Leather, Walnut
$6,105 / item
H 25.9 in W 82.6 in D 37.4 in
Ludovica +Roberto Palomba Driade "Rever" Three-Seat Sectional Sofa
By Driade, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rever is the product of the Driade collection designed for young people by Ludovica +Roberto Palomba. The sofa is made in a wooden frame with elastic belting and padding in polyureth...
Wood
$17,479 / item
H 25.6 in W 154.34 in D 45.67 in
Zanotta Pianoalto Modular Sofa in Beige Fabric by Ludovica & Roberto Palomba
By Zanotta, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Pianoalto Modular Sofa in Beige Fabric by Ludovica & Roberto Palomba The range of modular or monobloc sofas allows many corner or straight compositions. Back cushions ...
Fabric
$28,416 / item
H 25.99 in W 141.74 in D 112.21 in
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
LM4 - composition L 360 P 285 cm W 141,73” D 112,20” +6 pillows Three years after the reissue of Mario Bellini’s original project, Tacchini enhances the natural comfort of the Le Mu...
Textile
$12,000
H 27.25 in W 128.5 in D 79.5 in
C. 2018 Como Sectional Sofa in Grey Italian Leather by Giorgio Soressi
By Design Within Reach, Giorgio Soressi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Como Sectional Sofa, initially designed in 2007 by Giorgio Soressi for Design Within Reach. This particular example dates to C. 2018 and was produced in Italy. It features ...
Steel
Minotti Three-Section Sectional Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful timeless sectional sofa by Minotti. In three sections with chrome plated feet. Ready for new upholstery in your choice.
Metal
$10,206 / item
H 24.4 in W 78.7 in D 41.3 in
Ludovica+Roberto Palomba Driade "Lirico" Three-Seat Sectional Sofa
By Driade, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The "Lirico" three-seater sectional sofa is designed by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba and manufactured by Driade. "Lirico has a stainless steel structure with elastic webbing in the seat ...
Stainless Steel
$26,500
H 24 in W 158 in D 147 in
JNK Miami's Trio Modular Bouclé Sectional with Integrated Wood Tables
Located in Miami, FL
This sectional sofa epitomizes modern japandi design, seamlessly blending comfort with architectural sophistication. Wrapped in a highly textured, cream-colored bouclé fabric, the mo...
Fabric, Wood
$27,489 / item
H 25.6 in W 169.69 in D 129.93 in
Zanotta Pianoalto Modular Sofa in Trama Fabric by Ludovica & Roberto Palomba
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Pianoalto Modular Sofa in Trama Fabric by Ludovica & Roberto Palomba The range of modular or monobloc sofas allows many corner or straight compositions. Back cushions ...
Fabric
$46,427 / set
H 24.02 in W 212.6 in D 76.78 in
Watson Sectional Sofa - A Masterpiece of Organic Luxury & Premium fabrics
Located in Paredes, PT
The Watson Sectional Sofa is a transformative architectural statement designed for the discerning collector. A masterclass in "Soft Contemporary" aesthetics, this expansive system is...
Other
$37,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
Plastic, Velvet
$1,134 / item
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 14.97 in
Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful chairs type 200/128, designed by Juliusz Kedziorek and manufactured by Goscieninska Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice s...
Velvet, Beech, Wool
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
$9,980Sale Price|72% Off
H 25.98 in W 111 in D 37.99 in
Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
CAT M- MALVA 02 WOOL PADDING MATT BLACK NICKEL CLASP AND ZIP T148 WITH CAL117 INTERLINER The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went ...
Velvet
$4,000
H 50.01 in W 61.42 in D 29.93 in
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old large Tansu made in Japan. This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material used is cedar wood. The iron metal fittings in the center add an...
Iron
$6,231Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 27.56 in
Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Murano Clear Glass Multicolour Details Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
This rezzonico chandelier 6 lights in clear Murano glass with colorful details by Multiforme is completely handmade. It is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with ...
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$10,025Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 39.38 in Dm 39.38 in
Italian multicolor Rezzonico Chandelier 6 Arms Murano glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Rezzonico chandelier 6 arms, clear Murano glass with colorful details in vitreous paste by Multiforme. This chandelier is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with g...
Blown Glass
$4,900Sale Price|80% Off
H 31.5 in W 114.97 in D 101.19 in
Montis Axel XL Sectional Sofa by Gijs Papavoine in STOCK
By Gijs Papavoine, Montis
Located in New York, NY
Monza, Color 00
Leather, Fabric
Carter Sofa Sectional - The Founder's Edit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carter Sectional: Founder's Edit —where understated luxury meets a refined, moody allure. Meticulously crafted with an elevated sensibility, the walnut frame and velvety buttersc...
Walnut
Minotti Hamilton Sectional Sofa on Chrome Base.
By Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Hamilton sectional by Minotti, custom-ordered in the 2010s. Composed of three modular elements, the design rests on a smoked chrome base with a chaise that can be positioned to eit...
Chrome
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Fabric
The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgiu...
Linen
$4,250 / item
H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 28.75 in
The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood and Leather with rocking footstool
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
Laziness is a laid-back and spacious rocking armchair, crafted for sitting/lying down and unwinding. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chair...
Alabaster
"Pietra" Curved Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric 2.5
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
From Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves – Brazi...
Bouclé
Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ‘Dilly Dally’ vanity set, leatherette, mirrored glass, plastic, brass, lacquered wood, metal, Italy, 1968 Outstanding Italian dressing table designe...
Metal, Brass
Monumental Oak Glazed Haberdashery Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Monumental Oak Glazed Haberdashery Bookcase Cabinet Provenance: St James's, London. An exceptional example sku 1788A Base W437 x D45 x H96 cm Top W457 x D28 x H216 cm Toge...
Oak
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.
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