Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Vancouver, BC
mid century myth. Completely foldable and with removable headrest. Built tough in canvas, polished
Chrome
$4,995 / set
H 29 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down Folding Chairs by Torben Orskov, Pair
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Topeka, KS
Impressive vintage Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down folding chairs by Torben Orzkov in
Metal, Chrome
$4,600
H 28 in W 28 in D 21 in
Scandinavian Modern Leather "Z Down" Chair By Erik Magnussen For Torben Ørskov
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Danish Modern leather and chromed steel folding chair known as the "Z Down" chair was designed
Steel, Chrome
$9,323 / set
H 30.52 in W 26.97 in D 22.05 in
Erik Magnussen Pair of Z Down Lounge Chairs for Torben Ørskov Denmark, 1960s
By Erik Magnussen, Torben Orskov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Mid-Century Modern Z Down lounge chairs. Design by Erik Magnussen for
Chrome
$9,363 / set
H 25.6 in W 28.75 in D 20.48 in
Four Z-Down folding lounge chairs and table by Erik Magnussen, Torben Ørskov
By Erik Magnussen, Torben Orskov
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare set of four folding lounge chairs by Erik Magnussen, made of brown lacquered tubular steel
Travertine, Steel
Sold
H 28.75 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Folding Canvas and Chrome Tubular ‘Z’ Chair by Erik Magnussen, c.1960
By Erik Magnussen
Located in Surbiton, GB
Early model Z-chair designed by Danish designer Erik Magnussen. This item was produced in 1960s for
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 36.62 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Reclining Lay-Z-Boy Lounge Chairs
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Superb pair of 1960s European modern black leather reclining 'Lay-z-boy' lounge chairs. Designer
Steel
Shigeru Uchida Z Chair/Rocker Made in Japan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very unique ability to be both chair and rocker! Rocker blades fold down to make into rocker! 1960s
Chrome
Sold
H 26.78 in W 22.84 in D 26.78 in
Pair of Erik Magnussen Red Z Easy Chairs Torben Ørskov, Denmark, 1960s
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Camden, ME
Rare pair of Z easy chairs designed by Erik Magnussen. Produced by Torben Ørskov in Denmark c. 1968
Steel
Pair Uchida Folding Canvas Chairs with one Ottoman
By Uchida
Located in New York, NY
Three items in the lot to include a pair of folding canvass chairs and one folding ottoman. White
Chrome
1960s Leather and Tubular Steel “Z Down Chair” by Torben Ørakov
Located in Victoria, BC
Experience the exquisite craftsmanship of the rare and distinctive "Z-Down Chair" meticulously
Steel
Pair of Folding Z-Down Lounge Chairs by Erik Magnussen
By Erik Magnussen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of folding Z-down lounge chairs by Erik Magnussen in red lacquered tubular steel frames with
Steel
Sold
H 27.17 in W 28.75 in D 20.87 in
Erik Magnussen Pair of 'Z' Folding Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Magnussen for Torben Ørskov, pair of 'Z' easy chairs, leather and chromed steel, Denmark
Steel, Chrome
Erik Magnussen "Z-Down" Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
By Erik Magnussen
Located in Chicago, IL
Folding steel tube frame. Thick black leather seat and back. Manufactured in Denmark by
Chrome
$1,696Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
Pivot Single Wall Sconce with Articulating Arms in Brass
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
The Pivot LED series with its articulated arm and adjustable head this brass lamp, is not only multidimensional, but it is an ever changing line drawing that nestles into a room. Rem...
Brass
Alain Maunier 1960s French Ceramic Coffee Set
By Vallauris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible ceramic coffee set made by French ceramic maker Alain Maunier in Vallauris, 1960's. Set includes 1x large coffee pot with lid, 1x sugar bowl with lid, 1x creamer pot witho...
Ceramic
Murano Glass Fazzoletto Handkerchief Vase, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
A small Murano glass Fazzoletto handkerchief vase from the 1960s.
Murano Glass
Unavailable|$4,400 / set
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 22.84 in
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta Set of Four 'April' Chairs in Original Leather
By Zanotta, Gae Aulenti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta, set of four 'April' folding armchairs, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, saddle leather, Italy, 1964 Gae Aulenti revolutionized the traditional notion of the d...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$13,835 / item
H 25.6 in W 76.78 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Twins Daybed, DEDAR Mohair, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Dedar, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Twins Daybed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins daybed and its matching curved sofa share the same genes, yet eac...
Leather, Fabric, Alpaca, Mohair, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut
$6,376 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Chest of Drawers by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
A chest of drawers by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, model "OK". With manufacturer label. Straight shape with rounded corners, five drawers with pewter knobs. Measures: Le...
Fruitwood
Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An early, authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a luxurious, premium, burnt orange / rust coloured 100% mohair fabric. Brass feet with nat...
Brass
$5,000
H 26.38 in W 27.96 in D 25.99 in
Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1960
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" lounge chair for Cassina, red-lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960. The 930 "Carimate" easy chair was created for the club house of 'Carimate's...
Straw, Wood
$3,200Sale Price|23% Off
H 33 in W 26.75 in D 35 in
'Cité' Leather and Steel Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé for Vitra, Signed
By Vitra, Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by the iconic French engineer and designer Jean Prouvé, the Cité Lounge Chair is an example of his innovative approach to form and function. Originally created for the stude...
Metal
$7,500
H 34.65 in W 57.88 in D 23.63 in
Guillerme et Chambron "José" Sofa for Votre Maison, France 1970s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
The company Votre Maison is one that has left an indelible mark on the history of French design. The 'José' model sofa, designed by Robert Guillerme along with his sales partner Jacq...
Fabric, Oak
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.
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