Wishbone Chair Set Of 6
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Cord, Papercord, Oak
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Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
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Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
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Teak, Bentwood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Papercord, Oak
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Papercord, Oak
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Oak
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Mahogany, Velvet
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Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Beech, Teak
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Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Oak
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Oak
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Teak, Rope
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Rush
Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Rush
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Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
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Wishbone Chair Set Of 6 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.
- Do Wishbone chairs get dirty?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Yes, Wishbone chairs can get dirty if they are not properly maintained. Any seat in your home may get dusty or be vulnerable to staining if you spill something on it. Despite the intricate process behind Hans Wegner’s iconic chair — the Wishbone requires 100 steps to complete — the seat, in its final form, boasts a graceful simplicity. This is largely thanks to its namesake Y-shaped back, a simple support structure that allows for the back and armrest to function as a single piece and dispenses with the need for multiple back slats, lending the chair an effect of weightlessness. You can keep a Wishbone chair clean by wiping it regularly with a damp cloth. Be careful when cleaning its woven paper-cord seat, however, as this component takes manufacturer Carl Hansen’s craftsmen over an hour to make. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Wishbone chairs.
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