Theo Ruth Leather Upholstered Settee
By Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Theo Ruth leather upholstered settee.
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Wood
Theo Ruth Leather Upholstered Settee
By Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Theo Ruth leather upholstered settee.
Wood
Theo Ruth Lounge Chair in Patterned Fabric
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, easy chair, model 115, metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1958 An iconic
Metal
Wingback Chair by Theo Ruth
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in San Francisco, CA
This low wingback lounge chair by Theo Ruth features a tufted back with three buttons, covered in a
Fabric, Teak
Theo Ruth for Artifort, Original Classic 2 Seater
By Theo Ruth
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Theo Ruth for Artifort, Original Classic 2 Seater
Fabric
Theo Ruth Pair of Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, pair of easy chairs, model 115, metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1958 An
Metal
Theo Ruth f815 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
F815 sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1958. This is are rare, amazing and
Metal
Wingback chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s Netherlands.
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Wingback chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s Netherlands. Theo Ruth (1915- 1971) was one of the
Fabric
Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique
Upholstery, Beech
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for ARTIFORT, Netherlands – 1952
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic Congo chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands - 1952. Designer: Theo Ruth Manufacturer
Fabric, Wood
Artifort 410 Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing Artifort model 410 Chair. This comfortable chair is designed by Theo Ruth in the beginning
Fabric
$4,726Sale Price|32% Off
Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
F115 Sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1958. These are rare pieces; amazing and
Metal
Model #109 Sofa by Theo Ruth Sofa for Artifort
By Theo Ruth
Located in San Francisco, CA
This expertly restored beech frame Model #109 sofa by Theo Ruth features luxurious textured Sandra
Upholstery, Beech
Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This Mid-Century Modern daybed was designed by Theo Ruth in 1947 and produced by Eugen Schmidt
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair
By Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair, stained ash, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Known as
Fabric, Ash
Armchair Model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s Beech wooden base.
Beech
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Orange Red Upholstery
By Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, fabric, lacquered steel, The Netherlands, 1970. A Dutch two-seat
Steel
$1,543 / item
Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Delft, NL
Theo Ruth lounge chairs for Artifort The Netherlands, 1950s One lounge chair with a highly winged
Fabric, Wood
Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort Cocktail Chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early 1950s. The chair is in unique
Upholstery, Beech
Penguin Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern penguin chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design
Fabric, Wood
Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands.
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Model 122 chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s The Netherlands. Theo Ruth (1915- 1971) was one of
Iron
Theo Ruth 122 Lounge Chair Alpaca Wool Artifort, 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and cosy lounge chair model 122 designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort
Metal
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Each chair measures 22.5" wide, 27" deep and 28
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Armchairs Penguin by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth
Located in Brussels, BE
The Penguin armchair by Theo Ruth for Dutch manufacturer Artifort is one of the icons of Dutch
Fabric, Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Congo Chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design
Fabric, Wood
Artifort lounge chair by Theo Ruth The Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Delft, NL
Artifort lounge chair by Theo Ruth The Netherlands, 1950s A lounge chair with a highly winged back
Fabric, Wood
Leather Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Delft, NL
Leather Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s A beautiful leather lounge chair with a
Leather, Wood
Leather Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Delft, NL
Leather Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s A beautiful leather lounge chair with a
Leather, Wood
Theo Ruth Mid Century Sofa for Artifort The Netherlands 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Meer, VAN
Theo Ruth Mid Century Sofa for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1956. This is a wonderful sofa designed
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Yellow and Black Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, fabric, wood, Netherlands 1970. A Dutch settee in a two-toned
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chairs, wood, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Set of iconic
Fabric, Beech
Theo Ruth Model 115 Lounge Chair For Artifort / C.1950
By Theo Ruth
Located in Montréal, QC
Theo Ruth, a notable Dutch furniture designer of the mid-20th century, gained recognition for his
Alpaca, Birch
Mid Century 2-Seat Sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern 2-seat sofa, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 50s. This
Wood, Fabric
$3,626 / set
1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very rare set of 3 armchairs and bench designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort made from leather and oak
Leather, Oak
$3,983 / set
Set of 2 Artifort 410 Chairs by Theo Ruth, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set amazing Artifort model 410 Chairs. These comfortable chairs are designed by Theo Ruth in the
Fabric
Orange Midcentury Cocktail Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A midcentury cocktail chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s. Upholstered with the original rust
Fabric, Beech
Theo Ruth Style Upholstered Gray and Red Wool Sofa with Swooping Lines
By Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Theo Ruth style wingback three seater sofa with gray wool upholstered frame and red wool
Wool
Pair of Theo Ruth 'F815' Lounge Chairs, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking pair of lounge chairs was designed by Theo Ruth in the early 1960s. The rare model
Metal
Sectional Sofa by the Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort, ca. 1950
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Modular seating group by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950's. The four elements can
Metal
Penguin Lounge Arm Chair by Theo Ruth for Dutch Manufacturer Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Penguin lounge arm-chair designed by Theo Ruth for the Dutch manufacturer Artifort. This
Wood
Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Theo Ruth's Model 135 lounge chair, designed for Artifort in 1956, is a classic and elegant piece
Metal
2-Seat Sofa Model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Almelo, NL
2-Seat Sofa Model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s This elegant 2-seat sofa
Upholstery, Beech
$7,457Sale Price|20% Off
Reupholstered in Bouclé Theo Ruth “115” Sofa for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Renens, CH
Reupholstered 115 sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort (The Netherlands). The Sofa has been
Metal
Pair of Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs for Artifort, Netherlands ca 1960s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the pantheon of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
This eye-catching daybed was designed by Theo Ruth in 1947 and manufactured in a limited series
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Settee Sofa in Floral Upholstery and Wood
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, settee, model 'Congo', lacquered wood, fabric, The Netherlands, 1950s
Fabric, Wood
1950s Theo Ruth Lounge Chair for Artifort in Knoll Taupe Velvet
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950s features soft, rounded organic form
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort White Teddy 'Congo' Chair Dutch Mid Century Modern
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Dronten, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair in black lacquered beech and new teddy cotton fabric
Cotton, Beech
Set of 2 "F115" Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1960's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of lounge chairs, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 60's. The frame of the
Metal
$3,486Sale Price / set|20% Off
Model 121 Lounge Chair set by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Model 121 Lounge Chair set of 2 by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Steel
Daybed in the manner of Theo Ruth with Matching Pillow, Europe 20th Century
By Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
, captures the timeless sophistication of Theo Ruth’s iconic style. It bears great resemblance to Ruth
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Pair of Lounge Chairs in Original Striped Upholstery
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, pair of easy chairs, in original black and white fabric, wood, The
Fabric, Wood
"Congo" Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the collection of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wood
“Congo” Lounge Chairs in Mongolian Shearling by Theo Ruth, Netherlands 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the collection of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the
Fabric, Wood, Sheepskin
Theo Ruth Beige Mohair Lounge Chair for Artifort, Dutch Mid-Century
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Mid-Century lounge chair, designed by influential Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort
Mohair, Wood
$4,600Sale Price / set|41% Off
Artifort Armchairs Model 410 from Theo Ruth Set 50's Artifort Armchairs Model 41
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oirlo, LI
from that time. The armchairs were designed in 1956 by Theo Ruth who made many beautiful models for
Fabric
Two-seater Model 115 in Velvet Upholstery by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Hellouw, NL
Theo Ruth’s Model 115 for Artifort is a refined example of mid-century Dutch design. With a focus
Fabric, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Original Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, in original black and white fabric, wood, The Netherlands, 1950s
Fabric, Wood
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.