Vatne Lenestolfabrikk
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam, Teak, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech, Teak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Papercord, Teak
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
2010s American Modern Stools
Walnut
2010s American Flush Mount
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Walnut, Oak, Beech, Bouclé, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Travertine
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Canvas, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s Table Lamps
Iron
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Wood, Fabric, Linen
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
2010s European Decorative Bowls
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ta...
Wood
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Teak
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Cane, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Teak
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Rubber, Beech, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Sheepskin, Teak
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Sheepskin, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Wool
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Naugahyde, Rosewood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Foam, Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Papercord, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cord, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cord, Teak
Vatne Lenestolfabrikk For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Seating for You
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.