Space Age Pod
Late 20th Century North American Space Age Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Aluminum, Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Space Age Patio and Garden Furniture
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wool, Fiberglass, Foam
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Naugahyde, Plastic
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Late 20th Century Space Age Swivel Chairs
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Faux Fur, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Unknown Space Age Lounge Chairs
Steel
20th Century Danish Space Age Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Faux Fur, Fiberglass, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Fiberglass
Late 20th Century French Space Age Armchairs
Lucite
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wool, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wool, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Armchairs
Fabric, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wool, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Fiberglass
Early 2000s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Lucite
Vintage 1960s American Space Age Club Chairs
Fabric, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Space Age Swivel Chairs
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Flush Mount
Metal
Vintage 1960s Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Acrylic
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Formica, Wood
1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Offset, Paper
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Regency Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vanities
Mirror, Teak
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Credenzas
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
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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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