Roberto Sebastian Matta Romborecchio wooden chair, one of two unique pieces, 1970
Located in Vigevano, PV
Roberto Sebastian Matta (1911–2002), Romborecchio. A carved, molded, and patinated wooden chair with a perforated backrest. One of only two known examples. Provenance: Galleria San L...
Wood
Contemporary Unique Mute Brown Chair with Chinese Jade Stone by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Element Chair by kar Unique Piece Dimensions: W 60 x D 75 x H 110 cm. Materials: Fiberglass, Chinese jade stones. Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We s...
Stone
Olavi Hänninen, Unique Experimental Chairs Gallo & Gallina 'Cock and Hen', 1985
By Olavi Hanninen
Located in Helsinki, FI
These unique neo funk chairs Gallo and Gallina or "Rooster and Chicken" are designed by Finnish designer and interior architect Olavi Hänninen (1920-1992). Postmodern design influenc...
Birch
$2,000 / set
Mid-Century Modern Leather Club Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed in the style of Milo Baughman, a unique modern American designer. These club chairs would be a classic addition to modern or eclectic interiors.
Leather
Unique Black Leather & Steel Modernist Lounge Chair, 1960s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
An exceptional find is this modernist lounge chair produced in Denmark around 1960. Made of genuine black leather combined with a chromed flat steel base. This minimalist design show...
Steel
Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & Søn Unique Windsor Chair
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Unlike the traditional straight horizontal stretchers, this unique chair features elegantly crafted beams, including a gracefully curved central slat complemented by two diagonally p...
Leather, Beech
Unique Organic Italian Leather Lounge Chair by Comfortline
By Comfort, Italy
Located in North Miami, FL
Expertly restored and reupholstered in fine leather (camel tone), this vintage 1960s unique and sculptural Italian chair by Comfortline, Italia rocks and sits adults comfortably. Ori...
Leather
Chiavari Brass Dining Chair Light Blue Turquoise Mid-Century Unique Piece
By Scapin Collezioni
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Chiavarina in ottone, Italian production 1950-1959 Chiavari-brass-chair.
Brass
20th century folk art brutalist design wood chair france circa 1950 unique piece
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
France - unique handmade 20th century folk art brutalist design wood chair Realised circa 1950 Original very good condition Seat height 37 cm Total height 64 cm Large 45 cm Depth...
Wood
Unique Barber chair in Black Corduroy, circa 1960
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
Metal
$17,371Sale Price|35% Off
Exceptionally Rare, Possibly Unique Ib Kofod-Larsen Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Munich, DE
Designed in 1954. The only chair that is known to exist. Made by Christensen and Larsen. A different version of the chair is shown in the famous Grete Jalk books "forty years of Dani...
Teak
Grete Jalk, Unique. Lounge Chair with Frame of mahogany
By Jens Risom, Grete Jalk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Grete Jalk, unique lounge chair in mahogany Original upholsteret with light patinated nature leather. Made by Niels Risom. Only made one of these.
Leather, Mahogany
Unique pair of Norwegian mid- century lounge chairs, 1961
Located in Bergen, NO
A unique pair of armchairs from designer Karl Edvard Korseth and the furniture factory LK Hjelle. Model "Mexico", produced in very small series from 1961-62. The armchairs have been...
Fabric, Wool, Teak
$2,149 / set
Pair of Italian Modern Chairs, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of unique Italian modern chairs Reupholstered Faux leather Made in Italy in the 70s
Faux Leather, Wood
$4,647Sale Price / set|20% Off
Unique Set of 4 "Wright/Wright" Chairs by Nanda Vigo for Driade, Italy, 1972
By Driade, Nanda Vigo
Located in Milano, IT
Unique Set of 4 "Wright/Wright" Chairs by Nanda Vigo for Driade, Italy, 1972 . Chrome and white new velvet fabric just being re upholstered. Produced by Italian furniture brand Driad...
Metal, Chrome
$12,999 / item
Unique Postmodern Sculptural Dining Chairs, Set of 9
Located in Lutz, FL
Unique sculptural dining chairs, Set of 9. Hand crafted, attributed to Mexican Designer Ernesto Cruz of Tlaquepaque Guadalajara Mexico. Set was acquired from the original owner who p...
Leather, Wood
$11,619Sale Price|37% Off
Exceptionally Rare, Possibly Unique Lounge chair by Arnold Bode
By Arnold Bode
Located in Munich, DE
only a handful of tectaform chairs showed up on auctions the last 10 years, but this version with arms is previous unknown. it´s a very rare version of model no. 8xx. we are very pro...
Plywood
$8,714 / item
Unique Daybed by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique daybed by Collector Dimensions: W 190 x D 90 x H 50 cm Materials: Fabric, Oak Wood Other materials available. The Collector brand aims to be part of the daily life by fusing...
Fabric
Unique Industrial Brass and Walnut Lounge Chair w/ Gray Tweed Upholstery, USA
Located in Deland, FL
This extraordinary lounge chair is unlike any we've ever seen and is as comfortable as it is unique.
Brass
Unique Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs by Studio BBPR, circa 1950
By Studio BBPR
Located in New York City, NY
Distinctive, sculptural lounge chairs designed by famed architectural studio B.B.P.R. B.B.P.R. was a studio founded by Italian architect Gianluigi Banfi (1910-1945), Lodovico Barbia...
Walnut, Upholstery
1940s Unique Large Wing Chair in Wool Boucle, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - quality wool boucle from Romo - Made of beechwood and walnut veneer
Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Walnut
4 Unique Italian Artist Made Chairs, Campana Brothers
By Campana Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Individual parts are also uniquely painted adding to the wonder and mystery of. the chairs.
Hardwood, Paint
$4,831 / item
Chair T003, Unique Piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw
By Nicolas Erauw
Located in Geneve, CH
Chair T003, unique piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw Piece unique 1 of 1 Dimensions: H 70 cm x W 37 cm x D 35 cm Materials: Aluminum, wax dipped Part of the on-going ‘Wax on/Wax ...
Aluminum
Unique, Rare Set of Armchairs / Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s, For Reupholstery
By Carlo Mollino, Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An extraordinary, rare set of Italian 1950s armchairs. Designer unknown - currently being researched. From a Milanese hotel. Structurally sound, but the original upholstery is ...
Fabric, Wood
$6,518 / item
Chair T006, Unique Piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw
By Nicolas Erauw
Located in Geneve, CH
Chair T006, unique piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw Piece unique 1 of 1 Dimensions: H 85 CM x W 50 CM x D 50 CM Materials: Aluminum, wax dipped Part of the on-going ‘Wax on/Wax ...
Aluminum
Unique Faux Bois Chair, Artist Made of Hand Worked Iron, One of a Kind
Located in Kansas City, MO
Handmade one of a kind iron high back chair in a faux bois style. Sturdy and comfortable.
Iron
$3,500 / set
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique vintage modern lounge chairs. These plush lounge chairs are upholstered in a comfy fabric with tapered wooden legs.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Unique Mid Century Accent Chairs upholstered in Astrakhan lambskin
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of striking Mid Century Modern Side or Accent chairs with high backrests. The chairs are made in beech, backrest in walnut and cane, while the se...
Fur, Beech, Walnut, Cane
$5,275 / item
Unique Walnut Bench by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique walnut bench by Collector Dimensions: W 160 x D 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Walnut Wood The Collector brand aims to be part of the daily life by fusing furniture to our home rou...
Walnut
$4,392 / item
Unique Oak Bench by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique oak bench by Collector Dimensions: W 160 x D 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Oak Wood The Collector brand aims to be part of the daily life by fusing furniture to our home routine a...
Oak
$13,792 / item
Unique Franz Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique franz sofa by Collector Dimensions: W 200 x D 85 x H 86 cm Materials: Fabric, leather. Other materials available. Depending on the material the price may vary. The Collector ...
Leather, Fabric
Unique French Mid-Century Lucite Chair attributed to Maria Pergay, 1969
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Unique French Mid-Century Modern prototype free-form side or desk chair in lucite / plexi-glass attributed to the French artist and designer, Maria Pergay.
Lucite, Plexiglass
$15,477 / item
Unique Oak Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Oak Sofa by Collector Dimensions: W 140 x D 81 x H 70 cm Materials: Fabric, Walnut Wood Other materials available. Please contact us. The Collector brand aims to be part of ...
Fabric, Walnut
$11,248 / item
Unique Cassette Sofa by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Cassette sofa by Collector Dimensions: W 235 x D 95 x H 77 cm Materials: Fabric, Wood Other materials available. The Collector brand aims to be part of the daily life by...
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary Unique Natural Beige Fiberglass Curl Up Lounge Chair by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
White curl up lounge chair by kar Materials: FRP. Dimensions: 63 x 84 x 66 cm. *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. It shapes in a curl-up position, casual meanwhile restrained...
Fiberglass
$9,423 / set
A Unique Set of 6 Italian 1950's Chairs
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
A unique set of 6 Italian 1950's chairs with wooden structure and fabric seats
Fabric, Wood
Possibly Unique Armchair Attributed to Cherner
By Norman Cherner
Located in New York, NY
This chair has a continuous bent plywood back and seat, wood laminate arm rests, and tubular chrome frame. The wood finish shows wear, and the chrome frame shows cosmetic wear. We be...
Chrome
Minimalist Unique Design, Black Iron Chair, Leather Seat by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Stal chair by Lucas Tyra Morten 2018 Limited Edition of 48 Dimensions: W 47, H 80, D 47 cm Material: Wrought iron and leather With the quest to create the maximum minimal chair that...
Iron
Funky Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage modern lounge chair features angled sides and splayed lets.
Upholstery, Walnut
Unique Matteo Grassi Soft Leather Arm Chair in Aluminium Shell by Kunihide Oshi
By Kunihide Oshinomi, Matteo Grassi
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique Italian black leather armchair with an aluminium shell. Designed by Kunihide Oshinomi and manufactured by Matteo Grassi. This lounge chairs is extremely comfortable to sit in....
Aluminum
Yv, Unique Chair in Cold Casted Bronze and Fiberglass by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Yv, Unique Chair in Cold Casted Bronze and Fiberglass by Lucas Tyra Morten Edition: Limited Edition of 3 Dimensions: W 170 x D 65 x H 85 cm Material: Cold casted bronze and fiberglas...
Bronze
Unique Sculptural Pair of Lounge Chairs in Metal and Red Leather, Italy 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
A bold architectural presence characterises this pair of vintage chairs, likely dating to the late 1960s or early 1970s. Sculptural and angular, they reflect the experimental energy ...
Steel
Mid Century Unique Chair, White Chenille, Oak Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
This luxurious material adds an extra touch of elegance and sophistication to the chair, enhancing its comfort and durability. The chenille’s rich texture and superior quality ensure...
Chenille, Oak
Sculptural Unique Stump Chair by Finnish Matti Martikka in Solid Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural hand carved one of collectible item by Finnish Matti Martikka. A chair made in solid pine from fallen tree trunks. This stump chair is acquired from a museum at his home...
Pine
Sculptural Unique Rocking Chair by Finnish Matti Martikka in Solid Pine, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning one of collectible item by Finnish Matti Martikka. A rocking chair made in solid pine from fallen tree trunks. This stump chair is acquired from a museum at his home town ...
Pine
Williams Chair by Formati – Bespoke Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Seating
Located in Paredes, PT
The Williams Chair is a masterclass in mid-century modern design, reimagined for the contemporary luxury collector.
Other
Unique Dining Nubi Chair in Gradient White & Black PETG by UNICOGGETTO
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Dining Nubi Chair in Gradient White & Black PETG by UNICOGGETTO Dimensions: D 49,7 x W 69,9 x H 98 cm. Materials: PETG. Available in different color options. Please contact ...
Other
$1,917 / item
Unique Arch Square Stool by Mesut Öztürk
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique arch square stool by Mesut Öztürk. Dimensions: W 20 x D 20 x H 40 cm. Materials: stoneware. "Arch stools are sculptural furnitures derived from the series Revak which ...
Stoneware
$1,854Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Prototype Chair by Marcel Wanders with Chrome Flower Décor
By MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Unique piece by world famous Dutch designer Marcel Wanders. It was sold during a sample sale at MOOOI in Amsterdam in 2005. The chrome has a flower pattern. This chair never actuall...
Chrome
$15,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs. Unique curved frame design with matching foot stools in an ebonized finish.
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of 1980's Unique and Sculptural Roll Back Slipper Chairs and Ottomans
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of roll back slipper chairs and ottomans. Upholstery can be cleaned and used as is but new upholstery is recommended. Dimesnions: 29.5" W x 34.5" D x 27.5" T seat height 16" ...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,849Sale Price|46% Off
Unique Handmade Easy Chair Designed and Made by Stefan During, Signed and Dated
By Stefan During
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This lounge chair is truly one of a kind. Dutch designer Stefan during only produces his designs once. The beautifully organically bent back and seating sit in a sturdy frame. The he...
Leather, Wood
$1,917 / item
Unique Arch Square White Stool by Mesut Öztürk
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique arch square white stool by Mesut Öztürk. Dimensions: W 19 x D 19 x H 40 cm. Materials: stoneware. "Arch stools are sculptural furnitures derived from the series Revak w...
Stoneware
$1,917 / item
Unique Arch Square Dark Stool by Mesut Öztürk
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique arch square dark stool by Mesut Öztürk. Dimensions: W 19 x D 19 x H 40 cm. Materials: stoneware. "Arch stools are sculptural furnitures derived from the series Revak wh...
Stoneware
$1,917 / item
Unique Arch Circular White Stool by Mesut Öztürk
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique arch circular white stool by Mesut Öztürk Dimensions: W 26 x D 26 x H 41 cm Materials: Stoneware "Arch Stools are sculptural furniture's derived from the series Revak w...
Stoneware
Unique Mario Oreglia Set of Six Dining Chairs with Sculptural Wooden Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Oreglia, set of six dining chairs, faux leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1950s Mario Oreglia (1916-1989) emerged as one of the leading furniture designers in the post-World War...
Faux Leather, Wood
Goma with Thomas Sandell, Unique Scandinavian Design Armchair
By Thomas Sandell
Located in Halikko, Finland
Goma armchair with Thomas Sandell. Thomas Sandell chief architect (Born 1959 in Jakobstad, Finland) Thomas Sandell founded Sandellsandberg Architects in 1995. He is an award-winn...
Plywood
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.
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