Set of 8 Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s. The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
Birch
Set of Eight Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s. The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
Birch
Set of Six Sven Markelius “Orchestra” Chairs, Sweden, 1932
By Sven Markelius
Located in Dronten, NL
A distinguished set of six “Orchestra” chairs designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Sven Markelius.
Birch, Plywood
Functionalist chair 'Orchestra' by Sven Markelius, Bodafors, Sweden 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Functionalist dining chair, model Orchestra, designed by Sven Markelius and produced by Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1930s.
Birch
Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs
By Sven Markelius
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, birch, stackable 'orchestra' chairs, Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Birch
Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs Black & White
By Sven Markelius
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, lacquered birch, stackable 'orchestra' chairs, Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Birch
Set of Six Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs
By Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, c.1930s. These chairs feature a minimalist modern design, the chair backs are composed of hardwood birch while the seat is made up of ben...
Birch
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 18.51 in
Stackable dining chairs 'Orchestra' by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Functionalistic stackable dining chairs model 'Orchestra' designed by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Beech
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 16.15 in
Sven Markelius, Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Birch, Orchestra Chairs, Mid Century
By Sven Markelius
Located in Odense, DK
Set of ten dining chairs in birch designed by the Swedish architect Sven Markelius.
Birch
Sold
H 31.625 in W 16.38 in D 18.25 in
Original Sven Markelius "Orchestra" Stacking Chairs, Birch, Swedish Mid-Century
By Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original "Orchestra" stacking chairs by renowned Swedish architect and designer Sven Markelius, dating from the Mid-Century period.
Metal
“Orchestra” Dining Chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930
By Sven Markelius
Located in Wilnis, UT
A fantastic set of six “Orchestra” dining chairs, designed by Sven Markelius in Sweden around 1930.
Wood
$4,623 / set
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Set of 6 Vidar Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Rosewood, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Göteborg, SE
Vidar's chair is an iconic chair by Carl Malmsten's son Vidar Malmsten in the 1970s. Widely used in the US and Canada in studio furniture maker training programs.
Rosewood
$4,334 / set
H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
Set of Six 'Morten' Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hellouw, NL
These "Morten" dining room chairs by Niels Koefoed are classic examples of Danish modern design. Crafted from solid beech, they feature simple lines and thoughtful craftsmanship. Reu...
Fabric, Beech
$9,247 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of Swedish pine chairs by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare scultptural chairs designed by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk in Sweden during the 1930s. Made in pine with a great original patina.
Pine
$2,850 / set
H 32.68 in W 18.31 in D 17.33 in
Swedish Grace Side Chairs by Carl Malmsten, SMF Bodafors, 1920s
By Carl Malmsten, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Very elegant pair of Swedish Grace side chairs by Carl Malmsten, made from stained birch. Nicely executed with a curved backs and legs that form a refined silhouette. Contrasting cro...
Wool, Birch
Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 6
By Neils O. Möller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of 6 moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and gouges in parts of the wood that gi...
Papercord, Teak
12 Mid Century Danish Modern by Børge Mogensen J39 C1947
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant design by Børge Mogensen for Federico's, model # J39 which originally had rush seats. These have been recovered in a shaker style cloth weave. Could be updated. Wo...
Fabric, Oak
$19,600 / set
H 29 in W 24 in D 18 in
Set of 10 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of four Model 537 oresund chairs was designed by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. It has been in production since 1955. These chairs stem from the first production...
Brass
$6,800 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
An incredible set of 8 dining chairs in oak, seat & back reupholstered in an organic hessian, adding a touch of rustic charm while ensuring comfort and durability. This set is in the...
Burlap, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, original cushions.
Pine
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, new cushions.
Pine
$3,360 / set
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 17.92 in
Danish Modern Oak Dining Chairs by Mikael Laursen, Denmark, Set of 6, 1970s
Located in Rødding, DK
Danish set of six dining chairs in solid oak with leather upholstery, designed by Mikael Laursen, 1970s. Curved backrest and straight, square-section legs joined by stretchers on all...
Leather, Oak
$2,970
H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Niels O Moller Model 62 Carver Chair, JL Moller, Denmark, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A Niels O Moller model 62 carver chair in East Indian Rosewood, produced by JL Moller, Denmark. In good structural condition with one minor restoration as shown in the photographs. S...
Wood
$4,623 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 18.12 in
Scandinavian modern stackable 1930s stained birch chairs with great patina
By Sven Markelius
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
These 1930s birch chairs, attributed to designer Sven Markelius, embody the elegance and functionality central to Scandinavian modern design. Their form is very similar to the iconic...
Birch
"Lena" Armchair Chair by Sven-Erik Fryklund Sweden c. 1950s
By Sven Erik Fryklund
Located in Oakland, CA
All original condition armchair by Swedish designer Sven-Erik Fryklund for Hagafors Stolfabrik, Sweden c. 1950s. With its wonderful egonomic design and constructed of birch that has ...
Birch
Set of 8 Niels Møller Model 77 Dining Chairs, 1959
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 77 dining chairs, 1959 A set of 8x solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark in 1959. Produced c1960s. The s...
Papercord, Rosewood
$9,247 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of four Swedish pine chairs by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Set of four rare sculptural chairs designed by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, Sweden, 1930s. Crafted in pine with a beautiful original patina, these chairs feature a distinct...
Pine
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
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
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$2,500 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Organic Shaped Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut wood finish. IN STOCK: 1 If not in stock, current production: 6-7 weeks 58"L x 32" x 15"H Walnut finish. Customers ...
Hardwood, Walnut
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
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
$3,900 / set
H 15 in Dm 10 in
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.
Wood, Parchment Paper, Hide
$2,057 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$1,650
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Carimate Dining Chairs in Leather & Dark Wood
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 'Carimate' dining chairs, model '115' leather, stained beech, Italy, 1963 This large set of dining chairs belongs to the 'Carimate' line, one of Vico ...
Leather, Beech
$8,438 / set
H 24.01 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$5,349 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
On Hold|$3,900
H 16.15 in W 78.75 in D 47.25 in
Danish Modern Daybed, Reupholstered, Made in Pine, by Nyt i Bo, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A large Danish mid century daybed in solid pine, reupholstered in grey wool. Made by a Danish company "Nyt i Bo" in 1970s. This daybed can also be used as a couch or a freestandin...
Wool, Pine
$13,260
H 35.44 in W 36.82 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Modern Record Player Cabinet by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
By Carlo Hauner, Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A Caviúna record player produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s, with designs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. This record player has two hanging doors that ...
Hardwood
Chest of drawers by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson for Svenska möbelfabrikerna, Bodafors in Sweden during the 1940s. Rare model. Made in stained birch with beautiful sculpted handels.
Birch
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.