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Luminous Gilded French Louis XVI Regal Looking Armchair Fauteuil
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous gilded French armchair that can easily add some sorely needed character to a
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Walnut

Armchair in Patinated Leather by Mario Bellini, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking armchair in leather. Designed Mario Bellini and made by Cassina. Great original
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather

Black Thonet Armchair with White Leather, Design Marcel Kammerer, at circa 1980
By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Kammerer in the beginning of the 20th century aorund 1910. This amazing looking armchair has been produced
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Late 20th Century Austrian Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Rosewood & Black Leather by Bertomeu, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
These unique looking armchairs feature a square base made in Brazilian rosewood (Jacaranda). They
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Sturdy sheep leather armchair with a distressed look
Located in Harderwijk, NL
worn look is precisely what would add so much more excitement to many interiors. An armchair like this
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1980s Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Sheepskin armchair with a wonderful patina and a correct worn look
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this sheepskin armchair with a wonderful patina and a correct worn look. We proudly
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1980s Country Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Swoop Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This occasional chair has beautiful bentwood arms that has a look of elegance when viewed from the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Swoop Armchair
Swoop Armchair
H 35 in W 24 in D 19.5 in
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Czech Upholstered Armchair encapsulates the essence of vintage appeal with its textured
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Mid-20th Century Czech Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage 1960s Czech Upholstered Armchair
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchair
H 29.6 in W 20.3 in D 25.7 in
Vintage black leather armchair
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian armchair from the 1960s. A modern antique furniture piece with square, contemporary
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage black leather armchair
Vintage black leather armchair
H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Antique Rustic Neogothic Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Rustic Neogothic armchair was constructed from thick, solid oak to last for generations
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Rustic Neogothic Armchair
Antique Rustic Neogothic Armchair
H 41 in W 24.5 in D 23.5 in
Vintage pine wood armchair, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage pine wood armchair with a well designed interlocking frame and reupholstered cushions in
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bouclé, Pine

Vintage pine wood armchair, 1960s
Vintage pine wood armchair, 1960s
H 33.47 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Pair of rustic armchairs, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Pair of rustic solid oak armchairs with comfortable and fresh looking reupholstered boucla cushions
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1950s French Rustic Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair of rustic armchairs, 1950s
Pair of rustic armchairs, 1950s
H 39.38 in W 21.66 in D 25.99 in
Armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Dorchester, GB
A Bentwood armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek for interior praha, circa 1950. In good all round
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek
Armchair by Kozelka and Kropacek
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 30.71 in
Adriano & Paolo Suman White Armchair
By Adriano and Paolo Suman, Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adriano & Paolo Suman for Giorgetti Spa, armchair, white lacquered beech and leather, Italy, 1984
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Beech

Adriano & Paolo Suman White Armchair
Adriano & Paolo Suman White Armchair
H 28.75 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made pair of Danish vintage armchairs in Cherry wood. They were
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Wool, Cherry

Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
H 32.29 in W 29.14 in D 32.29 in
Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Concrete Armchair; Brutalist; Outdoor Seating; Stump Chair; Wood Concrete Look; Faux Bois; Dining
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1970s French Brutalist Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Concrete

Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Concrete Armchair; Brutalist; Outdoor Seating; Stump Chair; Wood Concrete Look; Faux Bois; Dining
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1970s French Brutalist Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Concrete

Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
Brutalist Concrete Armchair, France, 1970s
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of Danish vintage armchairs. They are in the manner of Arne Vodder, we are not
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
Pair of Danish Vintage Armchairs
H 31.5 in W 27.17 in D 31.5 in
Percival Lafer MP-01 Armchair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Washington, DC
The MP-01 is the first armchair model produced by the world renown Percival Lafer, and set the
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Metal

Percival Lafer MP-01 Armchair
Percival Lafer MP-01 Armchair
H 27.56 in W 29.14 in D 30.32 in
French Pair of Louis XV Style Bridge Armchairs, Office Armchairs, France, 20th C
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pair of Louis XV style Bridge armchairs - Office armchairs; Pretty silky tapestry in shades of
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20th Century French Louis XV Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Faux Bois Carved Wood Armchairs
By Century Furniture
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of pale whitewashed faux bois carved wood armchairs with beautifully aged original surface
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

 Faux Bois Carved Wood Armchairs
 Faux Bois Carved Wood Armchairs
H 39 in W 23 in D 20 in
Ash and Papercord Armchair, Denmark 1940s
Located in Berlin, DE
Ash and Papercord armchair, Denmark 1940s The details on this chair are very special. Please take
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Papercord, Ash

Ash and Papercord Armchair, Denmark 1940s
Ash and Papercord Armchair, Denmark 1940s
H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 22.84 in
Vintage Green Leather TV Comfortable Armchair
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
leather semi-reclining TV armchair stands out with its unique comfort experience, combining design with
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20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Green Leather TV Comfortable Armchair
Vintage Green Leather TV Comfortable Armchair
H 37.41 in W 35.44 in D 34.26 in
1980s Dunbar Biomorphic Freeform Armchair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Basel, BS
, they are attributed to Kagan. They look fabulous in this original stunning 1980s textile, and they are
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Textile

1980s Dunbar Biomorphic Freeform Armchair
1980s Dunbar Biomorphic Freeform Armchair
H 28.5 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made pair of vintage Danish teak armchairs. They were recently
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs
H 31.11 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in
Monumental Armchair in Oak and Rush
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, oak, rush, Europe, 1940s Monumental armchair in oak with a strong presence and
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1940s European Art Deco Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Oak, Rush

Monumental Armchair in Oak and Rush
Monumental Armchair in Oak and Rush
H 42.52 in W 33.08 in D 28.15 in
Pair of Vintage Swedish Oak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and comfortable pair of vintage Swedish oak armchairs. We recently imported these
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Vintage Swedish Oak Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Swedish Oak Armchairs
H 27.96 in W 25.99 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Italian Armchair, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This striking armchair showcases how and why Italy excelled in the coveted mid-century modern style
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Mid-Century Italian Armchair, Italy 1950s
Mid-Century Italian Armchair, Italy 1950s
H 29.34 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Swedish Cabinetmaker Armchair, Sweden ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This armchair is a great
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Cabinetmaker Armchair, Sweden ca 1950s
Swedish Cabinetmaker Armchair, Sweden ca 1950s
H 36.03 in W 29.93 in D 33.47 in
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing a pair of 1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs that encapsulate the essence of mid-century
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20th Century Czech Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
H 28.9 in W 23.4 in D 27.3 in
Minotti Armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni, 1997
By Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Armchair designed by Rodolfo Dordoni. Italy, Minotti, 1997. The cubic armchair from the
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1990s Italian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather

Minotti Armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni, 1997
Minotti Armchair by Rodolfo Dordoni, 1997
H 25.2 in W 29.73 in D 34.26 in
Bentwood Armchair by Thonet, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
By Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
This is an amazing armchair. Fully restored into a beautiful, trendy look. The armchair was
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1940s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Vintage faux leather italian armchair, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century metal 'faux leather' armchair with a papercord backrest. Beautiful mid century design
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Metal

Vintage faux leather italian armchair, 1960s
Vintage faux leather italian armchair, 1960s
H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Decorated Armchairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Queen Anne style black lacquered armchairs in all original beautiful glowing surface w
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Hollywood Regency Style Italian Bedroom Armchair
Located in Prato, Tuscany
. These soft curves gave the armchairs a cozy and comfortable look. The armchairs of the 1950s were often
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Hollywood Regency Style Italian Bedroom Armchair
Hollywood Regency Style Italian Bedroom Armchair
H 39.38 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Pair Of Scandart Mid Century Armchairs
Located in Dorchester, GB
A pair of 1960s Scandart fully restored armchairs. We've had these professionally spray painted
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bentwood, Velvet

Pair Of Scandart Mid Century Armchairs
Pair Of Scandart Mid Century Armchairs
H 32.29 in W 24.02 in D 28.75 in
French Design Black Rattan Lounger Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French design black rattan lounger armchair midcentury vintage look and resolutely contemporary
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Rattan

French Design Black Rattan Lounger Armchair
French Design Black Rattan Lounger Armchair
H 38.19 in W 32.29 in D 36.23 in
Yngve Ekström 'Arka' Armchair in Oak
By Stolab, Yngve Ekström
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yngve Ekström for Stolab, 'Arka' armchair, oak, Sweden, 1955 This armchair is a prime example of
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Oak

Yngve Ekström 'Arka' Armchair in Oak
Yngve Ekström 'Arka' Armchair in Oak
H 25.99 in W 28.35 in D 21.86 in
Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful pair of Italian colonial-style faux bamboo structure woven with rattan armchairs. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
H 25.6 in W 24.41 in D 29.53 in
Kurt Olsen Model 223 Teak Armchair
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk in 1955, this model 223 armchair is an understated
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Kurt Olsen Model 223 Teak Armchair
Kurt Olsen Model 223 Teak Armchair
H 31 in W 25 in D 21 in
Olof Ottelin Nordika series armchair, 1960s
By Olof Ottelin, Oy Stockmann AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
This armchair is a masterpiece of design when one looks at how simple and elegant it really is
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Olof Ottelin Nordika series armchair, 1960s
Olof Ottelin Nordika series armchair, 1960s
H 31.89 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Armchairs, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Pair of elegant ebonized wood armchairs with yellow/orange velvet upholstery. The chairs have
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Hollywood Regency Armchairs, 1950s
Pair of Hollywood Regency Armchairs, 1950s
H 42.13 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
1960s Pair of Swedish Teak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A very stylish, comfortable and extremely well made pair of vintage Swedish armchairs. They were
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

1960s Pair of Swedish Teak Armchairs
1960s Pair of Swedish Teak Armchairs
H 30.32 in W 30.32 in D 30.32 in
Pair of art deco armchairs, 1930s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant art deco armchairs with ebonized wooden armrests and bases and faux leather upholstery
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Pair of art deco armchairs, 1930s
Pair of art deco armchairs, 1930s
H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 35.44 in
Italian Armchairs Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian armchair 1940s attributed to Gio Ponti. Chair and ottoman reupholstered. The ottoman was
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Mahogany and woven palm fiber armchairs, 1960s
By Mini Boga
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
A priori, different influences emanate from the design of these armchairs. The materials, the use
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Natural Fiber, Mahogany

Mahogany and woven palm fiber armchairs, 1960s
Mahogany and woven palm fiber armchairs, 1960s
No Reserve
H 27.96 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Stunning Light Brown Wood and Upholstered Armchair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking versatile armchair having light colored brown wood curvy arms and pretty legs with
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1980s American Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Leather Armchair with Brass Nailheads
Located in Buchanan, NY
A striking French 1950s leather armchair with brass nailheads and leather skirting. Add a timeless
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery

Swedish Modern Upholstered Armchairs, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
artistic ideal. These qualities define this pair of armchairs, completed by the lovely upholstery and its
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Armchair Made In Cognac Leather From 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
The armchair in cognac leather, an example of Danish design from the 1980s, radiates both comfort
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather

Armchair Made In Cognac Leather From 1980s
Armchair Made In Cognac Leather From 1980s
H 36.23 in W 32.29 in D 23.63 in
Armchair Made In Brown Leather From 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
The armchair in brown leather, an example of Danish design from the 1980s, radiates both comfort
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Leather

Armchair Made In Brown Leather From 1980s
Armchair Made In Brown Leather From 1980s
H 36.23 in W 30.71 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic vintage Swedish Samsas armchair by Carl Malmsten. It was made in Sweden, it
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Samsas Armchair by Carl Malmsten
H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 30.32 in
1960s Armchair Mid-Century Modern from Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Lucca, IT
armchair has a black fabric, but you can change it easily it would look great in white or other colors.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Armchair Mid-Century Modern from Cassina
1960s Armchair Mid-Century Modern from Cassina
H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 17.33 in
Very Large 20th Century Country House Armchair
Located in Malton, GB
country house armchair. Very well made and extremely comfy. The buttoned detail will look fabulous once
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20th Century Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery

Very Large 20th Century Country House Armchair
Very Large 20th Century Country House Armchair
H 38.19 in W 34.26 in D 35.44 in
Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
structure and curved seat and backrest. The steel structure gives the chair a modern and elegant look.
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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Iron

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
H 20.87 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This rattan Belse 8 armchair has a timeless design, a beautifully shaped and ergonomic back and
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1950s Dutch Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
H 30.32 in W 24.02 in D 29.93 in
Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this unique and very beautifully designed Dutch Design armchair made in the 1950s in the
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1950s Dutch Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
Rattan Dutch Design Belse 8 armchair, 1950
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 31.89 in
1960s Vintage Armchairs by Jiri Jiroutek, Pair
By Jiri Jiroutek
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of armchairs produced in the former Czechoslovakia, with the design attributed to Jiri
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Jens Risom C180 Walnut and Upholstered Armchairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Garnerville, NY
An excellent pair of Jens Risom designed C180 upholstered and walnut armchairs. Also know as 1109
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Anglo Indian Style Carved Sunburst Back Armchairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Anglo Indian style armchairs in a faux grained rosewood like finish w/ beautifully
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Vintage Looking Armchair

Materials

Cane, Wood

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Vintage Looking Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage looking armchair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, every vintage looking armchair was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage looking armchair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage looking armchair bearing mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made vintage looking armchair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cassina, Chesterfield and Knoll are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Looking Armchair?

The average selling price for a vintage looking armchair at 1stDibs is $3,835, while they’re typically $56 on the low end and $170,000 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About Vintage Looking Armchair
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.