B&B Italia "Tufty Time" Sofa - In Black Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is superb, immaculately-presented example of an icon of contemporary seating-design, it being a superb "Tufty Time" sectional-sofa (configuration TT001, con...
Leather
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia - New Upholstery
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brussels, BE
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia - New Upholstery
Fabric
Pair of B&B Italia "Tufty Time" Sofas - In Black Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is superb, immaculately-presented example of an icon of contemporary seating-design, it being a superb identical pair of "Tufty Time" sectional-sofas (each ...
Leather
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia - New Upholstery
Fabric
"Tufty Time" sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, New wool Upholstery
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautifully designed and crafted "Tufty-Time" sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola and manufactured by B&B Italia.
Wool
"Tufty Time" Chaise by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, 2005
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tufty-Time sofa series, designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, is a modern take on traditional Chesterfield sofas.
Fabric
Sold
H 25.6 in W 163.78 in D 100.79 in
B&B Italia by Patricia Urquiola Olive Green Velvet Tufty Modular Sofa
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Patricia Urquiola, the Tufty sofa has become one of B&B Italia’s most iconic designs.
Fabric, Velvet
B&B Italia “Tufty Time” Sofa
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
designed by Patricia Urquiola in excellent condition. This piece has been reupholstered in a soft 100% alpaca fabric
Fabric
B&B Italia “Tufty Time” Sofa
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
designed by Patricia Urquiola in excellent condition
Fabric
B&B Italia “Tufty Too” L-Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is superb, beautifully-presented example of an icon of contemporary seating-design, it being a superb “Tufty Too” L-Shape Sectional Sofa (consisting of an i...
Linen
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brussels, BE
Tufty-Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia - New Upholstery
Fabric
Tufty Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing large B&B Italia Tufty Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola in a beautiful beige/grey fabric.
Fabric
Tufty Time Sofa By Patricia Urquiola For B&B Italia
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing B&B Italia Tufty Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola in a beautiful taupe fabric.
Fabric
Patricia Urquiola " Tufty-Time " Sofa for B&B Italia, circa 2005
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Patricia Urquiola " Tufty-Time " sofa for B&B Italia, circa 2005. Three piece modular sofa.
Fabric
B&B Italia "Tufty Time" L-Shape Sofa - In Brown Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is superb, immaculately-presented example of an icon of contemporary seating-design, it being a superb “Tufty Time 15” sectional L-shape sofa (consisting of...
Leather
Sold
H 24.81 in W 98.43 in D 59.06 in
Cognac Leather Tufty Time Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful cognac leather Tufty-Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia.
Leather
Sold
H 25.2 in W 122.05 in D 58.27 in
Patricia Urquiola "Tufty-Time" Sectional Sofa for B&B Italia, 2005, Italy
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautifully designed and crafted "Tufty-Time" chase lounge sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola and manufactured for B&B Italia, 2005 circa Italy.
Bouclé
B&B Italia Tufty Time sectional sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Amarillo, TX
Patricia Urquiola Tufty Time-Sofa B&B Italia Spain / Italy, 2005 / 2007 Sectional sofa
Polyester
B&B Italia Tufty Time Two Piece Sofa, Patricia Urquiola, 2005
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Culver City, CA
You never find another Tufty Time in this material, most upholsterers either will not, or don't want to upholster these sofas because the pattern is so difficult that it takes too mu...
Bouclé
Tufty-Time Sectional Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Patricia Urquiola Typology: Sofas Collection: B&B Italia Year: 2008 This sectional sofa comes with 5 modular pieces that can be arranged in different ways to better m...
Upholstery, Foam
Sold
H 23.63 in W 194.89 in D 57.09 in
Tufty Time B&B Italia Taupe Leather Sectional Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Contemporary modular sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for BeB Italia in taupe colored leather.
Leather, Foam
Large Tufty Too Sectional Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elements are used to invent traditional sofas, sofas with chaise longue, corner sofas and island elements that provide a 360° seating solution.
Textile
B&B Italia “Tufty-Time” Sectional
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
designed by Patricia Urquiola and upholstered in grey mohair - excellent condition with only minor wear from age and use. One leg is slightly broken and as a result no longer connect...
Mohair
Sold
H 24.38 in W 113 in L 24.38 in
Heathered Ivory Wool Blend Upholstered Tufty-Time Sectional, B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Tulsa, OK
This Tufty-Time sectional is inspired by the creativity of Patricia Urquiola. Modular and adaptable, Tufty-Time's upholstered large squares and kick pleat, the covers create an unden...
Fabric
Adrian Pearsall Chrome and Boucle Sofa, 1970's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Culver City, CA
With its versatile design and modular body, this sofa has the feel of a Mario Bellini type modular design, but with the chunkiness of a tufty time BB Italia style sofa.
Stainless Steel
Tufty-Time Sectional Couch by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tufty-time sectional sofa, Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia, 2000s It was 2005 and the designer said: “I wanted to revisit capitonnè and Chesterfield types of sofas, while paying spe...
Velvet, Foam
B&B Italia Tufty Time Leather Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
B&B Italia tufty time black leather sofa by Patricia Urquiola.
Leather
Sold
H 25.2 in W 122.05 in D 58.27 in
Patricia Urquiola "Tufty-Time" Sectional Sofa for B&B Italia, 2005, Italy
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautifully designed and crafted "Tufty-Time" chase lounge sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola and manufactured for B&B Italia, 2005 circa Italy.
Bouclé
Sold
H 25.2 in W 161.82 in D 57.09 in
Patricia Urquiola ‘Tufty-Time’ Three-Element Sofa for B&B Italia, 2005
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Hellouw, NL
Few contemporary sofas have managed to combine architectural presence and relaxed seating as convincingly as Patricia Urquiola’s Tufty-Time.
Fabric
Sold
H 23.63 in W 194.89 in D 57.09 in
Tufty Time B&B Italia Taupe Leather Sectional Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Contemporary modular sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia in taupe colored leather.
Leather, Foam
Sold
H 24.75 in W 85 in D 43 in
Tufty Time Sofa in Greige Linen by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, Signed 2015
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Being from recent years, this sofa was barely used and in very good condition ready for your high-end interior design project.
Linen
Sold
H 24.75 in W 112 in D 59 in
Grey Upholstered Tufty-Time Right Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia - Available Now
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Tulsa, OK
This Tufty-Time Right Sectional sofa is upholstered in a grey fabric and includes a matching back cushion throw pillow in the same fabric.
Steel
3 Piece Tufty-Time Sectional Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Patricia Urquiola Typology: Sofas Collection: B&B Italia Year: 2005 This sectional sofa comes with 3 modular pieces that can be arranged in different ways to better m...
Upholstery, Foam
Patricia Urquiola "Tufty-Time" Leather Sectional Sofa
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautifully designed and crafted "Tufty-Time" sectional sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia.
Steel
Sold
H 22.45 in W 109.06 in D 68.9 in
Tufty time modular sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia 2005, set of 3
By Patricia Urquiola
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
The iconic Tufty-Time modular Sofa from B&B Italia is a modular design to easily expand and rearrange, where the focus becomes the cozy upholstery evocative of traditional tufted sea...
Fabric, Foam
$23,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini,...
Leather, Plastic
$17,600 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, three elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Belli...
Leather, Plastic
$10,800 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa de...
Bouclé, Plastic
Vintage black leather modular sofa, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage black leather sofa set from the 1970s -. Completely modular sofa consisting of 5 very comfy elements. Good condition with normal age related wear 1970s - Germany Dimensio...
Leather
$13,000 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of 2 "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it w...
Leather, Plastic
$29,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, six elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs...
Bouclé, Plastic
$9,602 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cozy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
Leather, Fabric
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Boucle Sofa by B&B Italia Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A rare monumental five-piece "Camaleonda" boucle modular sectional sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and made by B&B Italia in Novedrate, Como, Italy. The sofa is comprised of thre...
Steel
$5,871
H 27.56 in W 80.71 in D 39.38 in
Black Leather Vintage de Sede DS 69 Freestanding Sofa Daybed 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Black leather de Sede vintage sofa or daybed model DS 69 from high quality black stitched leather 1970s Switzerland. A great sofa or daybed features wonderful and comfortable sitting...
Leather
$20,422
H 28.35 in W 37.01 in D 37.01 in
Mid-Century Modern Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Camaleonda Sofa By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia - New Upholstery.
Fabric
$24,000 / set
H 26.65 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini Vintage "Camaleonda" Sofa, Lambskin Black Leather, 1970 B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa in Custom Black Lambskin Leather, Italy, 1970s An iconic example of Italian design, this vintage Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini embodies the sculptur...
Chrome
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
H 37 in W 83 in D 37 in
Post modern Italian black leather sofa in the style of Nicoletti Salotti
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Italian black leather 3 seat long sofa in the manner of Nicoletti Salotti. Very clean sofa high quality leather and very comfortable modern design. Located in Brooklyn NYC 11...
Leather
$21,216
H 29.14 in W 96.46 in D 36.23 in
Le Bambole cotton bouclè upholstery sofa by Bellini for B&B Italy 1972 modern
By Mario Bellini
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia , Polyurethane structure, bouclè cotton fabric, restored. Excellent conditions, the Bambole series won the Compa...
Fabric, Rubber
$9,602 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric and chrome frame A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evo...
Leather, Fabric
$15,714
H 32.29 in W 124.02 in D 40.16 in
Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design
By Cassina, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Moncloud Sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) THE FUTURE IN A SOFA A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality. Designed by ...
Upholstery
$15,714
H 32.29 in W 124.02 in D 40.16 in
Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design
By Patricia Urquiola, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Moncloud Sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) THE FUTURE IN A SOFA A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality. Designed by ...
Upholstery
$5,200
H 31.11 in W 16.93 in D 17.13 in
Pierre Chapo “S11” Dining Chair for Atelier Pierre Chapo, 1966
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo “S11” dining chair for Atelier Pierre Chapo, elm and leather, France, 1966 Pierre Chapo designed the "S11" dining chair in 1966, epitomizing his architectural style. Th...
Leather, Elm
Cassina - Vico Magistretti Maralunga 2 Seater Leather Sofa
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Bern, BE
Vico Magistretti Maralunga two seater leather sofa, produced by Cassina. Dark brown leather. With two adjustable backrests for variable sitting positions. This piece was one of two i...
Leather
Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
$2,723 / set
H 21.66 in W 3.75 in D 2.96 in
Pair of Modern Italian Brass and Murano Glass Textured Light Pink Wall Sconces
Located in Puglia, Puglia
These light pink glass wall lamps stand out for their refined simplicity and artisanal craftsmanship. The blown glass diffuser, featuring a delicately textured, bubble-like surface, ...
Brass
$4,950
H 40 in W 54 in D 27 in
French Louis XVI Style Wingback Settee with Original Gilding and New Fabric
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style settee from the early 19th century, with original gilding and new upholstery. Born in France during the early years of the 19th century, this settee features...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,500 / item
H 25.2 in W 22.05 in D 2.76 in
Irregular Framed Mirror in Resin and Stone – Echoe Terracotta by Marcela Cure
Located in Barranquilla, Atlántico
The mirrors in “Echoes” reflect perceptions of the self and of reality and juxtapose them to subtle optical illusions. Through reflections confined by joyously flawed and slightly di...
Cast Stone
$22,600 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, four elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini,...
Leather, Plastic
Mid-Century Decorative Mirror in Flower Frame, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful mirror in a light decorative frame with flowers from Italy. The frame is made of glass and plastic. Mirror is in good vintage condition. Few yellow flowers is missing. Or...
Metal
$9,530
H 26.78 in W 63 in D 38.59 in
Rare vintage Sandra sofa in original leather - Annie Hieronimus for Cinna France
By Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Exceptional SANDRA lounge sofa in its original vintage cream/beige leather. Designed by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna France. French designer Annie Hieronimus created the Sandra almos...
Leather
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 148 in D 36 in
Mid Century Modern Green Patchwork Leather 5 section Modular sofa with Patina
By De Sede, Rolf Benz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Long Low Modern Space Age Green Patchwork Leather 5 section Modular sectional sofa with Patina. Made in Germany Circa 1970s. Modular sofa in 5 sections (2) with...
Leather, Hardwood
Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A post modern "Corbeille" Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra. Eight leather cushions are are held in place by an accordion style tubular metal frame. Original leather upholstery. Sou...
Metal
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall mid century cloud sofa Sofa measures: 124 wide x 72 deep x 31.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. That ...
Upholstery, Wood
$22,700
H 28.35 in W 28.35 in D 66.93 in
Bamboletto by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Grey Frosted Leather 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The "Le Bambole-Bamboletto" daybed a rare edition design by the Italian architect and designer, Mario Bellini. This iconic piece was manufactured by B&B Italia in 1970s. The Bamb...
Leather
$20,422
H 29.14 in Dm 25.99 in
20th Century Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Vanitiy Dressing Table
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Dressing table model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1960s. The dressing table is composed of two pieces, one round armchair (which alone measures 74 x 66 ...
Metal
American Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Wood, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A freeform iron, dark-stained wood and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 71.0"H x 32.0"W x...
Iron
De Sede Large Daybed or Lounge Set in Patinated Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, daybed, leather, Switzerland, 1970s This De Sede daybed/lounge set includes two parts: a lounge seat and an additional ottoman-style section, allowing for versatile configu...
Leather
Spanish-born, Milan-based architect Patricia Urquiola doesn’t lack for commissions these days, and, unlike the work of many other high-concept architects, her projects tend to get constructed, envelope-pushing though they sometimes are. And when she’s not imagining covetable creations for contemporary furniture houses — including B&B Italia, Driade and Cassina, where she was named art director in 2015 — Urquiola makes headlines by designing some of the world’s most aesthetically ambitious hotels, such as 2016’s Il Sereno on Lake Como in Lombardy, Italy.
Born in Oviedo, in northern Spain, Urquiola grew up in a family that valued creativity. Everyone in the house, she says, talked and cared about design. She fondly remembers her mother going to London in the 1960s and ’70s and coming back home with a Mary Quant this, a David Hicks that. When it came time to go to university, Urquiola decided that her place was architecture school, first at the Polytechnic University of Madrid and then at the Polytechnic University of Milan, where she completed her design thesis — a felt carpet with a panel that connected to a home’s electricity source and telephone line so that you could plug, say, a table lamp and your phone into it — under the direction of legendary Italian industrial designer Achille Castiglioni.
Today, Urquiola has become a go-to when it comes to avant-garde product, hospitality and retail design, working with such blue-chip international furniture, fashion and hotel companies as Alessi, Baccarat, Salvatore Ferragamo, Kvadrat, Mandarin Oriental, Panerai, Rosenthal, W Hotels and Louis Vuitton, among many others. Her residential projects, meanwhile, though few and far between, stretch from such far-flung locations as Punta del Este, Uruguay, and Melbourne, Australia, to closer-to-home Udine, in northeastern Italy, where she designed the two-story, largely open-plan glass-and-cedar home of Patrizia Moroso, creative director of the family-owned design company that bears her last name.
Over the course of a long-term and highly productive collaboration spanning some 20 years, Urquiola has created dozens and dozens of Moroso-branded products. A chair from her 2001 Fjord line of seating, tables and poufs for the company sits in the collection of New York’s Museum of Modern Art, and Moroso debuted (love me) Tender, her modular sofa system upholstered in jersey, during Milan’s Salone Internazionale del Mobile in April of 2014.
Find Patricia Urquiola furniture on 1stDibs.
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.