Deck Chair (Scissors) by Maurizio Cattelan
By Maurizio Cattelan
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The Toiletpaper Home collection is inspired by the publication Toiletpaper Magazine which is known for its quirky and surreal imagery. These deck chairs are available in four differe...
Beech
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair."
Wood
$3,416 / item
'Office Chair' by Joseph Ellwood for Six Dots Design
Located in London, GB
This surreal office chair is comfortable, height adjustable and the chicest way to work.
Aluminum
Office Chair in Aluminium and Upholstery by Six Dots Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Raw aluminium and upholstery. This surreal office chair is comfortable, height adjustable and the chicest way to work.
Aluminum
Carved Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg
By Pedro Friedeberg
Located in North York, ON
Step into the surreal with this remarkable hand chair, a sculptural masterpiece that echoes the iconic style of Pedro Friedeberg.
Walnut
Gufram Mano Sculptural Velvet Seat by Cinzia Ruggeri - Hand Bench / Sofa
By Gufram Furniture
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Originally conceived in 2000, this extraordinary domestic sculpture takes the form of an oversized open hand standing upright, inviting multiple interpretations: a gesture to stop, a...
Velvet
Set of 4 Armchairs in Metal and faux Leather, France, 1970s
Located in Uithoorn, NL
This extension of forms gives the chairs a slightly surreal quality. They look soft, exaggerated, and almost cartoon-like, yet the structure underneath is extremely solid.
Metal
RY-25 President Sideboard (Oak) by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Camperdown, NSW
Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Hardwood, Oak
Pair of White Surreal Faux Fur Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of surreal lounge chairs. The back envelopes the seat and become the front legs.
Splendid Set of Six Surreal Dining Chairs
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid set of six surreal dining chairs.
Wood
Splendid set of six surreal dining chairs.
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid set of six surreal dining chairs.
Wood
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H 41.93 in W 17.33 in D 16.93 in
Surreal Pair of Italian 1940s Highback Chairs in Tinted Wood and Velvet
Located in Milan, IT
A sublime pair of surreal sculpted chairs in wood and velvet upholstery.
Velvet, Wood
Fantasy Pop Surreal Steel Dining Chairs, France, 1980s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fantasy Pop Surreal Steel Dining Chairs, France, 1980s Unique Fantasy Pop Surreal Dining Chairs, France, 1980s Set of four tall dining chairs, France, 1980s.
Iron
Rare Hans J. Wegner Stool, Model JH 539
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
Wegner’s comfy Papa Bear chair (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Cane, Teak
Four Teak Arthur Umanoff Danish Mid-Century Modern Cow Horn Stools
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Wegner’s comfy “Papa Bear chair” (1951) is an almost surreally re-scaled English wingback chair.
Teak
Surreal Chicken Chair by Tim Mackaness
By Tim Mackaness
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Amazing carved black walnut and koa dining chair with chicken features by Oregon-based artist Tim Mackaness made in the 1970s. Measures: Seat height 19 inches.
Set of Six Surreal Italian Walnut Dining Chairs
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Berkeley, CA
Highly unusual set of organic surrealist Italian dining chairs, circa 1950. Recently refinished with striking carved leg structure and vivid veneers throughout seat tops and backs. H...
Hand Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Surreal hand chair with elongated fingers
Aldo Tura Set of Six Rare Goatskin Chairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
ITEMS IN WAINSCOTT SHOWROOM - Beautiful chairs featuring surreal form and sexy design - these chairs by Aldotura in fine goatskin wrap and vintage velvet are a breathtaking set for a...
Goatskin
Hand Chair in Silver Enamel
Located in High Point, NC
Surreal hand chair with elongated fingers
Richard Schultz Prototype Aluminum Stacking Chair #1
By Richard Schultz
Located in New York, NY
Prototype stacking chair hand-built of an aluminum sheet and tubular aluminum by furniture designer and artist Richard Schultz as a full-size 3-D model exploring the ergonomic and sc...
Aluminum
$3,317 / item
H 37.41 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Chair with Wide Curved Backrest in Art Deco Style with Leather and Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant Art Deco chair with beautifully wide curved backrest. This is the most famous Art Deco chair shape. Very elaborate in production, offers excellent seating comfort. Hi...
Upholstery, Wood
Fine French 1930s Desk Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco stained beech armchair.
Wood
$3,546 / item
H 35.83 in W 20.87 in D 24.02 in
Comfortable Art Deco Style Shell Chair with Fabric Upholstery and Lacquered Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Invite your visitors to take a seat in this comfortable armchair. This chair lends a special touch to your dining room: Even a fast food dinner will feel like a feast. High q...
Upholstery, Wood
NEW! DOOQ! MODERN! Cubu Chair in fabric and inox structure
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Cubo is a chair shaped by the rigorous spirit of early-20th-century design. Its geometry echoes the clarity and discipline found in the late-1920s movement toward structural purity, ...
Metal
$3,317 / item
H 37.41 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Chair with Narrow Curved Backrest in Art Deco Style with Leather and Wood
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant Art Deco chair with beautifully narrow curved backrest. This is the most famous Art Deco chair shape. Very elaborate in production, offers excellent seating comfort. ...
Upholstery, Wood
Rocking chair 'J16' by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Classic rocking chair model 'J19' designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Seagrass, Beech
$1,201
H 35.04 in W 23.04 in D 24.81 in
Model IW3 Rocking Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Danish Modern, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Rødding, DK
Model IW3 rocking chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø, designed in 1958. The chair has a light, open construction with a broad wooden seat, tall spindle back and long curved rock...
Oak
Art Deco Open Armchair
Located in Robertsbridge, England
A fabulous Art Deco open arm chair of small proportions, oak timber construction with original leatherette seating, the piece is in totally original condition with no restorations. A...
Oak
$11,176
H 36.23 in W 70.87 in D 27.17 in
Sunlounger by Salvador Dali model "Portlligat" Surrealist Design Iroko Wood
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dalí’s creativity and fascination with the human body takes the form of a sunbed, intimately created and exquisitely designed. Dalí’s original Portlligat was made in 1962 from olive...
Wood
$720
H 33.86 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in
Green Folding Chair Model Mia by Giorgio Cattelan with Rushes Italy 1980s
By Giorgio Cattelan, Cattelan Italia
Located in Hannover, DE
This stylish Green Folding Chair Model Mia by Giorgio Cattelan with Rushes is from the 90s of the last century and is a rarity in this design. The chair is suitable for both indoor a...
Metal
J16 rocking chair by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century beech wooden and papercord rocking chair designed by Hans J Wegner for FDB Mobler in the 1960s. Beautifully crafted chair by one of the best scandinavian designer from t...
Papercord, Beech
$194
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Italian mid-century small wooden and original colored fabric deckchair, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century small wooden and original colored fabric deckchair, 1950s Children's deckchair with wooden structure and seat in red, yellow and beige colored striped fabric. 195...
Fabric, Wood
Adnet-style single armchair/desk chair
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Modernist Art Deco single armchair/desk chair, circa 1935, in the style of Jacques Adnet. This chair is solid macassar ebony and is restored, refinished, upholstered, and read...
Macassar
$2,295
H 42 in W 25 in D 36 in
Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner Beechwood & Cord Seat
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner composed of a beechwood frame, hand twisted natural cord seat, & a clear lacquered finish. This piece ...
Cord, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$1,029 / set
H 27.56 in W 14.18 in D 34.26 in
Fanini Fain Ascoli Piceno Maratea Folding Chairs, 1970s, Italy
By Silvi Fanini Fain S.P.A
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two plastic folding design chairs (type Maratea) produced by the Italian manufacturer Fanini Fain (Ascoli Piceno). Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, for garden and tent. Elegant...
Plastic
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 12 in D 23 in
Solid Calacatta Viola Marble Sibk - Handmade Wall Mounted Viola Sink
Located in İnegöl, TR
Calacatta Viola marble sinks are crafted from high-quality, Italy-sourced natural stone. Due to the natural formation process of the marble, each piece features a unique veining patt...
Stone, Marble
Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
A Danish oak and leather armchair. Designed by Hans Wegner Name - Sawbuck chair Model Number - CH-28 armchair was designed by Hans Wegner in 1951 and was one of the first fi...
Oak, Leather
$7,580 / item
H 70 in W 76 in D 12 in
Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass
By Casey Lurie
Located in Chicago, IL
“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal
Strike Full Length Mirror by Matteo Cibic
By Matteo Cibic, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Strike Full Length Mirror by Matteo Cibic is a tall mirror with a Classic vanilla noir border. India's handicrafts are as multifarious as its cultures, and as rich as its history. T...
Resin
$2,500 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 9.85 in
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Hand-Carved Green Onyx Marble Conglomerate
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Cult stool/ side table; a hand sculpted stone from a Mexican marble and Mexican onyx conglomerate, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials in a ...
Onyx
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$2,800 / item
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 13.39 in
Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Black Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Steel
$1,201
H 10.83 in Dm 5.12 in
Vintage Teal Blue Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel, France, circa 1970
By Roland Zobel
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Vintage Teal Blue Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel, France, circa 1970 A mid-century ceramic table lamp by French potter Roland Zobel, made at the Atelier des Cyclades arou...
Ceramic
$995
H 4.14 in Dm 5.32 in L 4.14 in
Green Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Nils Emil Lundström. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1920s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Nils Emil Lundström, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful, stoneware art deco globe vase, with amazing green hares fur glaze. Designed by Nils Emil Lundström for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1920s. Great original condition. Some slight s...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$503Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 7.88 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in
Set of Danish Teak Viking Figures, Attributed to Kay Bojesen – Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Set of Danish teak Viking figures, attributed to Kay Bojesen, Denmark, circa 1960s, emblematic of Scandinavian modern design and playful wooden objects of the mid-20th century. These...
Wool, Teak
Chalmont Sofa (Blue)
By Michael Bagley
Located in Bronx, NY
Small elegant sofa ( featured here in rich blue velvet for ref only ) Price is COM - The Chalmont is part of the Francophile a custom furniture and Design created by WSD company ...
Velvet
Natural Red Cedar Stump Table
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy BERTU HOME stumps? Kiln Dried Our stumps all go through a drying process in our kiln, so...
Cedar
$5,000 / set
H 13 in W 24 in D 42 in
Charcoal Blocks, Sculptural, Geometric, Shou Sugi Ban Coffee or Side Tables
By Yvonne Mouser
Located in Oakland, CA
The Charcoal Blocks are a grouping of five upright and angled tables. Each of the individual pieces sits with a tilted stance and together they can be organized into a row, grouped l...
Wood, Fir, Reclaimed Wood
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$1,150 / item
H 16 in W 11 in D 11 in
Contemporary Checker Patterned Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Black and White
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
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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