$2,979
H 31.5 in W 32.49 in D 42.33 in
Austrian Modern Steel Leather S 411 Two-Seater Sofa attributed to Thonet, 1980s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian Modern Steel Leather S 411 Two-Seater Sofa attributed to Thonet, 1980s Two-seater sofa
Steel
$1,095
H 28 in W 52.5 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Modern Oak Bentwood & Chrome Two-Seat Settee or Bench Attr to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage modern two-seat settee or bench of oak bentwood, chrome, and upholstery attributed
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
1970 Two Seater Cinema Bench by TON, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Beech plywood - Good original condition with some signs of use - 2- seater - 4 pieces available
Beech, Plywood
$4,000
H 32 in W 55 in D 27 in
1960s Gordon Bunshaft and Davis Allen for Thonet Tuxedo Two Seat Loveseat Sofa
By Thonet, Davis Allen, Gordon Bunshaft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an armless two-seater tuxedo settee / sofa, designed by Davis Allen and Gordon Bunshaft of
Steel
$3,074 / item
H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Office chairs no.6048 and no.6148 by Otto Wagner for Thonet
By Thonet, Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Office chairs no.6048 and no.6148 by Otto Wagner for Thonet. Two tipes of seats. Professionally
Beech, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 22.05 in W 40.95 in D 15.75 in
Two-Seat Cinema Bench by Ton 'Thonet', Czechoslovakia circa 1960s
By Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem
Located in Zohor, SK
This is an amazing two-seat cinema bench from Czechoslovakia. Until recently it was still used in a
Wood
Unavailable
H 24.41 in W 116.54 in D 29.53 in
Two-Seat Sofa with Tables S420 Modular Seating by Verner Panton for Thonet
By Thonet, Verner Panton
Located in Munster, NRW
Very rare two-seat sofa with two side tables Model S420, designed by Verner Panton, produced by
Chrome
Unavailable
H 24.41 in W 63 in D 29.53 in
Two-Seat Sofa Model S420 Modular Seating by Verner Panton for Thonet in 1968
By Verner Panton, Thonet
Located in Munster, NRW
Very rare two-seat sofa by Verner Panton, model S 420, produced by Thonet, circa 1968. We have
Chrome
Solid Chrome Steel Two-Seat Bench by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Ferndale, MI
Solid chrome steel two-seat bench by Thonet (label intact).
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This two-seat cinema bench was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 15.36 in
Set of Two Thonet Bentwood Cafe Bar Stools and Padded Leather Seat.
By Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
overall cutting edge construction and with a padded seat. This is a durable stool yet adds ample ambiance
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 37.01 in W 45.28 in D 21.66 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Two Seater Beech and Straw Thonet Style Bench, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern two seater beech and Vienna straw Thonet style bench, 1950s Two-seater
Straw, Beech
Sold
H 38.19 in W 46.07 in D 28.35 in
Austrian antique Wooden and Vienna straw two-seater bench by Thonet, early 1900s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian antique Wooden and Vienna straw two-seater bench by Thonet, early 1900s Two-seater bench
Straw, Wood
Thonet Austrian Curved Wood Loveseat Bench, 1920s
By Thonet
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Thonet Austrian two-seater sofa, 1900/1920 c., In bent beech wood, the upholstery has been redone
Velvet, Beech
Set of Four Vintage Cinema Two-Seaters from Ton, Thonet, 1960s
Located in Żory, PL
Set of four cinema two-seaters from TON (Thonet), mid-1960s. Chairs are made of beech wood and bent
Beech, Plywood
Sold
H 24.41 in W 116.54 in D 29.53 in
Two-Seat Sofa with Tables S420 Modular Seating by Verner Panton for Thonet
By Thonet, Verner Panton
Located in Munster, NRW
Very rare two-seat sofa with two side tables Model S420, designed by Verner Panton, produced by
Sold
H 24.41 in W 63 in D 29.53 in
Two-Seat Sofa Model S420 Modular Seating by Verner Panton for Thonet in 1968
By Verner Panton, Thonet
Located in Munster, NRW
Very rare two-seat sofa by Verner Panton, model S 420, produced by Thonet, circa 1968. We have
Thonet Vintage three-seater sofa
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Three seats are that much better than two! This Thonet three-seater is upholstered in a vivid
Metal
$16,791 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Walnut Minimalist Handmade Platform Queen Bed Frame, Judd Style
By George Nakashima, Donald Judd, Figure Ground
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An ode to our friend Donald Judd, the bedframe design employs the tatami style of Japanese Rooms and the Hygge of Danish comfort. The reveal is celebrated in its shadow. Rest happens...
Plywood
$6,976 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
Antique Petite Mexican Butaque in the Style of Clara Porset
By Clara Porset
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this Antique Petite Mexican Butaque in the style of Clara Porset, circa 1960.
Wood
Pair of Delord & Garrault Floor to Ceiling Lamps
By Garrault-Delord
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of rare "Sol au plafond" (floor to ceiling) lamps, made of different section of metal tubes holding an enlightnen plexi globe. Adjustable height both at the top and bottom thank...
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Oak Bench, 1960s. Mid-Century Brutalist bench in oak with original wool fabric. Made in Denmark in the 1960s in Henning Kjærnulf style. Sides and frame in solid Nordic...
Wool, Oak
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
$1,867 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
RESTOCK - 50cm Prismatic Glass Holophane Globe Parisian Street Lamp, C.1960
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed spherical Holophane Parisian glass street lights, made in France. c.1960. This version has the 50cm diameter, these lights have remained in amazing condition, wit...
Glass, Fiberglass
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
$1,999Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 8.6 in W 9.4 in D 12.6 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' darkly patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in richly and d...
Metal
$2,444 / item
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 7.5 in
Tulip Organic Modern Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
Plaster
Temi Bench, Minimalist Velvet Bench
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Plush, soft, and velvety. The Temi Bench brings a soft feel to any room. No worrying about bumping into sharp corners. Available in a variety of colors. The fabric is durable, meant ...
Velvet
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This teak high-back two-seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher as part of his 'Senator' line, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Teak Sofa Bed with Storage Headboard, 1960s Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A versatile and functional example of Mid-Century design, this teak sofa bed offers both comfortable seating and convenient storage. Complete with a matching, detached headboard feat...
Teak, Upholstery
$7,638 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
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.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.