Antique Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench Tragsofa, Linen Upholstery, Circa 1790
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790.
Linen, Wood, Paint
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish Gustavian provincial sofa crafted in pine, showcasing its original scraped paint. This sofa, dating back to the early 19th century, around 1800 to 1810, exemplifies ...
Pine
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen.
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Gustavian Sofa / Bench, By a Swedish Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning antique late Gustavian sofa/bench, skillfully crafted by a talented Swedish cabinetmaker of the era.
Pine
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Painted Barrel Back Sofa Bench with Splayed Legs
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful 19th c. Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, newly upholstered in linen fabric with nail head trim.
Linen, Wood, Paint
Antique Swedish Sofa Bench Settee in Original Paint, Gustavian Period, 18th c.
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful antique Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period dry scraped to its original patina.
Linen, Wood, Paint
19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Gustavian sofa bench with original paint. Exquisite carving on the front and side panels and along the perimeter of the upholstered areas. Four carved finials flank each...
Wood
Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Wooden Sofa Bench with Striped Upholstery
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully aged 19th-century Swedish Gustavian wooden sofa bench, showcasing the handcrafted character and rustic charm typical of rural furniture of the period.
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Swedish Gustavian Style Gray Painted Sofa Bench with Raised Diamond Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Swedish Gustavian style sofa bench captivates with its elegant simplicity and timeless charm.
Upholstery, Wood
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Hall Bench - Antique Scandinavian Wood Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, hall bench made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
Antique Swedish Sofa Bench in Gustavian Style, Solid Pine with Blue Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish sofa bench in gustavian style. The sofa is a genuine country house furniture from northern Sweden made around 1820 to 1840.
Pine
19th C. Gustavian Bench or Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful Swedish small sofa that should be used as a bench at the end of a bed. Beautiful intricate carving along 3 sides of the piece. Piece has been dry scraped in Europe.
Acrylic, Pine
Swedish Painted Gustavian Sofa / Daybed
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1800 Swedish painted Gustavian sofa / daybed Arcaded top over slatted & reeded frame with x shaped supports and tapered legs, sprung with hessian type upholstery. An exc...
Upholstery, Reed
19th Century Large Swedish Gustavian Sofa with New Cushions
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful, large and very rare large Swedish Gustavian sofa with new upholstered seat cushions added. This piece is very unique and rare with the grande scale and featuring side cu...
Upholstery, Wood
Large Swedish Trag sofa Bench, 18th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
Long trag bench from Sweden. Beautiful finish in shades of blue, nicely distressed. Upholstered in flax linen .All items offered are antique, vintage, or mid-century and sold as-is....
Wood
$2,880Sale Price / set|46% Off
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa and Two Chairs, Neoclassical Upholstery Set
Located in Brentwood, TN
Swedish Gustavian style painted sofa and matching pair of side chairs, mid-20th century, featuring classic neoclassical lines and period-inspired upholstery. This elegant three-piec...
Upholstery, Wood
18th Century Swedish Rococo Bench in Hand-Scraped Painted Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and authentic 18th century Swedish Rococo bench of impressive scale, this beautifully preserved example captures the understated elegance that has made Swedish antiques so adm...
Oak, Paint
Antique Swedish Gustavian Day Bed in Painted Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian-style day bed/ Sofa bench in painted pinewood, in good condition.
Pine
Gustavian Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant Swedish Gustavian sofa/bench upholstered in a Holland and sherry fabric, scraped to original paint.
Period Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
Gustavian bench, Sweden, circa 1790, with a Stockholm hallmark and retaining its original painted surface. Egg and dart molding surrounds the seat and the back, running down the arms...
Upholstery, Wood
Period Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench with Reeded Front
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful Gustavian sofa bench, circa 1800, with partly dry scraped, partly retouched paint. Richly carved with a reeded front with lozenge ornaments. Upholstered in a C & C Milano ...
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench with Griffins in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful Swedish sofa bench in the Gustavian style with carved griffins, hand-scraped to the original paint and newly upholstered in linen, circa 1880.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 35 in W 69.63 in D 27.25 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench with Sage Green Scraped Paint
Located in Round Top, TX
This beautiful green painted slat back sofa bench from Sweden features great hand-carved details and original muslin ready for your new upholstery.
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H 32.5 in W 73.25 in D 23.25 in
Swedish Late Gustavian Period Carved-Wood Sofa Bench, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish late Gustavian Period carved and painted wood sofa bench from the early 19th century.
Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 72.5 in D 25.75 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Stickback Sofa Bench with Lift Seat
Located in Birmingham, AL
A mid-19th century Swedish Gustavian style painted wood stick back kitchen sofa or bench, circa 1850s.
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
Beautifully carved early 19th century Swedish Gustavian period sofa bench in lovely original blue color and patina upholstered with antique hand-loomed linen, Gotland, Sweden, circa...
Linen, Pine
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa Bench exemplifies the elegance and sophistication of Gustavian furniture design.
Wood, Paint
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Painted Sofa or Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely long upholstered bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with it's delicately carved details, while the old distressed white paint with gray and g...
Wood
An Exquisite Gustavian Sofa-Bench
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful sofa bench made in Sweden during the Gustavian period circa 1790.
Wood
19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of the era. With its intricate carvings and graceful lines, it stands as a testament to the Gustavian ...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
18th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench In Original Gray Paint, Sweden
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish Late 18th century sofa or settee bench with old grey paint and the Unbeatable Original Patina.
Pine
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa Bench in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
19th c. Swedish sofa bench in the Gustavian style wearing its original, natural patina.
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Sold
H 34.25 in W 59.44 in D 20.5 in
Pair of 19th Century, Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa Benches
Located in Wichita, KS
An almost identical pair of 19th century Swedish sofa benches in the Gustavian style, newly upholstered in linen.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 33.13 in W 79.5 in D 26.75 in
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Blue Painted Sofa Bench Tragsofa / 'Trägsoffa'
Located in Wichita, KS
This is a stunning 18th c. Swedish trag sofa bench Tragsofa / Trägsoffa (sofa bed) from the Gustavian period wearing blue paint and newly upholstered in linen, circa 1790.
Linen, Wood, Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish Gustavian period sofa bench from the 19th century with a soft blue and aged white painted patina, newly upholstered in linen, circa 1800.
Wood, Paint
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A long 19th c. Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, hand-scraped to reveal the original paint, circa 1800.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 33.08 in W 70.48 in D 23.63 in
Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Sofa Bench Daybed In Old Gray Paint
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A 18th century Swedish Gustavian sofa or daybed with grey old paint. The sofa has been carefully and professionally hand scraped to rediscover the old original color.
Pine
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H 43.32 in W 76.75 in D 23.25 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautifully carved Swedish sofa bench from the Gustavian period, hand-scraped to reveal the original paint surface and newly upholstered in linen with a hand-stitched tufted seat a...
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 33.75 in W 75.75 in D 22 in
Swedish Gustavian Period Spindle-Back Lindome Sofa Bench, Early 19th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Lindome carved-wood sofa bench from the early 19th century.
Wood
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H 41.75 in W 75.57 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This charming 19th century Swedish Gustavian period sofa has been hand-scraped to reveal the original, blue-green paint surface and newly upholstered in vintage hemp linen with hand-...
Linen, Pine, Paint
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H 33.88 in W 74 in D 25.25 in
Swedish Period Gustavian Lindome Sofa Bench in Original Paint, 18th Century
Located in Wichita, KS
A classic Gustavian period sofa from Lindome, Sweden that has been hand-scraped down to the original creamy white paint.
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian style pine sofa of bench from Hälsingland.
Pine, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Cirencester, GB
We love these stunning 19th century Gustavian Swedish benches. This beautifully carved bench with storage has fantastic details. An absolute multi functional Swedish daybed. The pain...
Pine
Swedish 18th Century Painted Carved Gustavian Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
Beautiful Gustavian sofa bench with scraped back to original finish paint from the 1700s with a well worn patina. It has carved legs and finials with hand done details throughout. I...
Wood
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H 44.32 in W 71.25 in D 23.63 in
19th c. Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa Bench Settee in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
This charming 19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa or settee has been hand-scraped to reveal the original paint surface.
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 37 in W 73 in D 23 in
Swedish Gustavian Style 1830s Painted Sofa Bench with Lift Seat and Diamonds
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood sofa bench from the mid 19th century with stick back, lift upholstered seat, carved diamond motifs, tapered feet and fluted motifs.
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely 6' long upholstered bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with it's delicately carved details, medallions and finial accents.
Wood, Paint
Gray Gustavian Bench Settee Sofa, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This exceptional Swedish Gustavian sofa or settee has fluted carved details along slat back, sides and skirt, all raised on tapered fluted feet.
Upholstery, Pine, Paint
Gustavian Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautifully elaborated c. 1800 Swedish Gustavian bench or settee/sofa. The bench retains its original painted surface which has acquired a superb natural patina over its 20...
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Painted Settee Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This is a truly exceptional sofa or settee of the Swedish Gustavian period due to the beautiful original white paint and carved details.
Wood
Dry Scraped Swedish Bench or Sofa
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful early 19th century Swedish bench dry scraped back to white with blue showing through. The seat will need upholstering, 1820. Measures: Seat height - 19.5"(49.5cm) Dim...
Pine
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Kramfors, SE
Gustavian sofa that originates from a small village called Norrum, located in northern Sweden. The sofa is unusually short and has traces of the original grey paint. It is an old ver...
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H 39 in W 59.5 in D 20.75 in
Swedish 1910s Gustavian Style Painted Three-Seat Sofa Bench with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted three-seat sofa bench from the early 20th century, with wheat back and upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
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H 24 in W 70.25 in L 24 in
Swedish Gustavian Period 1790s Sofa Bench with Scraped Paint and Guilloches
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period sofa bench from the late 18th century with scraped paint and carved guilloche-inspired motifs.
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Swedish Gustavian Bench Painted White
Located in Round Top, TX
Where the new off white painted finish is worn away, the light natural wood comes through, enhancing the exceptionally carved apron and rails of this original mid-19th century antiqu...
Pine
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H 33 in W 69.75 in D 21 in
Swedish Period Gustavian Carved Wood Sofa Bench from the Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish period Gustavian wood sofa bench from the early 19th century.
Wood
Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench, circa 1810.
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H 30.75 in W 70.5 in D 21.75 in
Swedish Late Gustavian 1820s Painted Wood Sofa Bench with Foliage Carved Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Late Gustavian period painted wood sofa bench from the early 19th century with foliage-carved back, jagged motifs and upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
Early 19th Century Antique Swedish Gustavian Grey Painted Sofa / Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely long bench is a wonderful example of Swedish Gustavian craftsmanship with delicately carved details including a branch and leaf design. Carved finials and tapered legs ad...
Wood, Paint
White Gustavian Settee Sofa Bench, circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
This elegant Gustavian sofa or settee has an antique white painted finish, exquisitely curved arm rests and fluted turned feet.
Wood, Paint
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H 31.25 in W 73 in D 22 in
A Swedish Late Gustavian Period Sofa Bench from the 19th Century with Back Slats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish late Gustavian Period, early 19th century painted wood bench.
Wood
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H 33.5 in W 74 in D 24 in
Swedish Early 19th Century Late Gustavian Painted Wood Bench, Neutral Wood Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish early 19th century late Gustavian painted wood bench.
Wood
Charming Hand-Painted Large Swedish Sofa Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful vintage large cottage style Swedish sofa or bench with open back, scrolled arms, fretwork bottom and turned legs, all hand painted hunter green, red oxide and pale yellow. ...
Wood
19th Century Swedish Stamped Stockholm Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian bench stamped and signed on bottom and beautiful grayish white paint. Since photo, the cushion has been upholstered in vintage Hungarian linen. New p...
Wood
Gustavian painted and gilded bench
Located in New Orleans, LA
A Gustavian painted and gilded bench
Outstanding Late Gustavian Sofa, circa 1790
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Very elegant Gustavian sofa, Sweden circa 1810. Old, possibly original paint. Completely stripped and reupholstered (including the back) in an off white thick and soft 100% Belgi...
Pine
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H 42.5 in W 73 in D 25 in
A Pair of Early 19th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Painted Wood Sofas
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish period Gustavian painted wood, upholstered sofas / benches from the early 19th century with wonderful high back pediment, fluted front, tapered legs and custom cush...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 33.5 in W 69.75 in D 27.5 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Painted Settee Sofa Bench, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This exceptional sofa or settee is from the Swedish Gustavian period with white paint and exquisitely carved details including the side panels.
Linen, Wood
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H 45.25 in W 73.63 in D 28 in
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Daybed Sofa Bench with Griffons in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
An exceptionally rare, hand-carved Swedish Gustavian period sofa or daybed, circa 1790, hand-scraped to reveal the original paint surface and newly upholstered in antique linen with ...
Linen, Wood, Paint
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H 40.5 in W 70 in D 28 in
Swedish Period Gustavian Daybed Sofa Bench from the Late 18th Century in Cream
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish period Gustavian daybed or sofa bench from the late 18th or early 19th century.
Upholstery, Wood
18th Century Swedish Long Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Swedish Gustavian style sofa bench with blustered back and sides and tapered legs.
Linen, Pine
19th Century Scandinavian Antique Long Gustavian Daybed in Grey Patina
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian-style day bed/ Sofa bench in painted pinewood, in good condition.
Wood, Pine
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H 36.25 in W 67.75 in D 29.5 in
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Sofa Bench with Egyptian Carvings in Original Paint
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare 19th c. Swedish sofa from the Gustavian period hand-scraped to its beautiful, original paint with original cushions. Fine carvings, ca 1800, Stockholm, Sweden. This piece feat...
Wood, Paint
Period Swedish Gustavian Sofa in Original Paint
Located in Charleston, SC
Beautifully carved 18th century Swedish Gustavian sofa bench with richly carved balustered back and sides has been scraped back its original color and patina.
Pine, Raw Linen
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H 37 in W 72 in D 29.5 in
18th Century White-Grey Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Sofa Bench, Antique Daybed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian sofa bench, daybed with three large back pillows and two round pillows, made of hand carved Pinewood, in good condition.
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Pine, Linen
Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Bring a touch of Scandinavian classical architecture into your home with this impressive vintage Column Pedestal. Certainly makes a wonderful addition to any home seeking a display p...
Wood, Paint
$2,800
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Bronze
Orangery Bench in Faux Bamboo 18th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish orangery bench in birch, crafted to imitate bamboo (faux bamboo). The back panel is decorated with flowers and foliage motifs, and the seat retains a beautifully patinated wo...
Brass
French Caned King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring an ebonized, carved oak frame and an iconic Bonnet-style headboard, this bed radiates sophistication and elegance. The natural cane is meticulously woven on both sides of ...
Cane, Wood
$1,232
H 15 in W 29 in D 39 in
20th C. Louis XVI Style Tabouret Upholstered in Velvet with Brass Nailhead Trim
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., a Louis XVI style tabouret with concave sides to a rectangular upholstered seat, raised on turned wood legs with brass casters. The seat is upholstered in a small scale jewe...
Silk, Velvet, Wood
$4,200
H 36 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchair in painted wood frame with neoclassical architecture embellished hand-carved foliates, rosettes and tapered ...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
$8,500
H 48.04 in W 42.13 in D 81.11 in
Sculptural form brass day bed by Osvaldo Borsani, Arredamento Borsani, circa 1958
By Arredamenti Borsani, Osvaldo Borsani, Arnaldo Pomodoro
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful and important sculpturakl form brass single bed or day bed circa 1958-1963 by Osvaldo Borsani for 'Arredamento Borsani', Varedo , Italy. The small series of Borsani b...
Brass
$2,763Sale Price|28% Off
H 64.97 in W 56.3 in D 18.9 in
20th Century Black Painted Display Bookcase Glazed Cabinet
Located in Kvidinge, SE
A gorgeous Bookcase Display with two glazed cabinet doors Painted and refinished in a black with a delicate hint of red under and distress for an authentic antique feel The inside i...
Brass
$5,193Sale Price|50% Off
H 32.49 in W 32.29 in D 1.97 in
French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign
Located in Buisson, FR
Important and beautiful 18th century Tavern sign depicting a rearing white horse with a crowned coat of arms on its back. Most likely from the Alsace, France due to the German influe...
Iron
$4,376
H 18.12 in W 16.34 in D 16.34 in
Neoclassical Foliage Sunburst Crown Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Triple Layered Foliage Crown Shaped Ceiling Light Fixture / Pendant, Spain, 1940s. This flush mount features three layers of leaves hand-crafted in gilt iron surrounding a central fr...
Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
1789 Green Floral Painted Cupboard
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Tyrolean Wardrobe Technical information: Period: 1789 Origin: Tyrol Wood type: Spruce Height: 185 cm 72.83 in Width: 162 cm (178 cm with frame) 63.78 in (70.08 in with fra...
Fir
Mahogany Neoclassical Bed Frame, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
"Boat" bed in carved mahogany wood, 19th century. Head and feet of the same height, are decorated with a circular molding, while the rear, by harmony, follows the lines of the front...
Wood, Mahogany
Solid Pine Kitchen Cupboard, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Large wooden sideboard made around 1900. The cabinet consists of two parts. In the upper part 2 doors with two shelves. At the bottom 2 drawers and 2 doors with a shelf for lots of s...
Glass, Pine
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, fabric is by Robert Allen. Ready for a new home, excellent condition.One ottoman ready to ...
Cotton, Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Coral Fan
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful coral fan set on a minimalist white stand. We have a collection. Great as a party gift or table setting. All one of a kind. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organ...
Coral
Cabinet 18th Century Sweden Period Rococo
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Swedish Cabinet from period rococo ca 1760 Stockholm. Original hardwares - please see in photo of very original key. Upper cabinet with two large doors, resting on six s...
Bronze
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.