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De Sede DS 80 Leather Daybed
By De Sede
Located in Philadelphia, PA
De Sede DS-80 Leather and Wood Daybed. Beautiful Patch Style leather Cushion and Bolsters
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS 80 Leather Daybed
De Sede DS 80 Leather Daybed
H 22.5 in W 79 in D 37 in
De Sede DS-2011 Vintage Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s
By De Sede
Located in Hilversum, NL
De Sede DS-2011 vintage two-seat sofa, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-2011 Vintage Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s
De Sede DS-2011 Vintage Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 29.53 in
Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs
By De Sede
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs in excellent condition. These armchairs have
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs
Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs
H 27.96 in W 42.92 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Ottoman Pouf
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage De Sede DS 44 neck leather ottoman pouf This DS-44 was manufactured in Switzerland by De
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Leather, Upholstery, Wood

De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Ottoman Pouf
De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Ottoman Pouf
H 14.18 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Armchair Brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 47 / 01 neck leather armchair. This DS-47 was manufactured in Switzerland by De Sede
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Armchair Brown
De Sede DS 47 Neck Leather Armchair Brown
H 28.35 in W 34.26 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS 50 patchwork leather armchair
By De Sede
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This De Sede DS 50 Patchwork leather armchair is in very good condition. The brown, thick and at
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 50 patchwork leather armchair
De Sede DS 50 patchwork leather armchair
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 31.89 in
De Sede DS-80 Taupe Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-80 Blue Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds 44 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 44 / 02 neck leather sofa. It´s the small loveseat Sofa. This DS-44 sofa was
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

De Sede Ds 44 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Brown
De Sede Ds 44 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Brown
H 28.35 in W 53.15 in D 35.44 in
De Sede Ds 3011 Mirror and Leather Coffee Table, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This vintage De Sede DS 3011 coffee table is from the 1970. The base is a blackened wood. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Mirror, Wood

De Sede DS 47 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 47 / 02 neck leather sofa. It´s the small loveseat Sofa. This DS-47 sofa was
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

De Sede DS 47 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa brown
De Sede DS 47 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa brown
H 28.35 in W 54.73 in D 35.44 in
De Sede DS-61 Cedar Leather Sofa, 1972
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An iconic mid century design, the De Sede DS-61 is no longer in production making it a collectible
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-61 Cedar Leather Sofa, 1972
De Sede DS-61 Cedar Leather Sofa, 1972
H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 32.68 in
De Sede DS-80 Brown Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in brown. The pouf is in very good condition with
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 98 Leather Two-seater Sofa, Switzerland 1980
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 98 Leather two-seater sofa, Switzerland 1980. This two-seater De Sede DS 98 leather
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-80 Caramel Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in caramel brown. The pouf is in very good
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-80 Cocoa Brown Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds 98 Leather Three-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1980
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 98 Leather three-seater sofa, Switzerland 1980. The De Sede DS 98 three-seater sofa
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-101 Leather Three-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-101 Leather Three-seater sofa, Switzerland 1960s, This exceptional Leather De Sede DS
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-255 Armchair in Leather Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
De Sede DS 255 lounge chair is a beautiful neutral tan leather. De Sede is manufactured in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-50 Brown Leather Recliner Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Skokie, IL
De Sede DS-50 brown leather recliner lounge chair with ottoman, Switzerland, 1970s De Sede DS-50
Category

20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

De Sede DS 63 Lounge Chair in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 lounge chair in leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 lounge chair. This De Sede
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland 1970s Experience the remarkable De Sede DS-47
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage De Sede DS-12 Sofa From Switzerland, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage De Sede DS-12 Sofa From Switzerland, Circa 1970. Original cognac leather upholstery with
Category

Vintage 1970s European Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds 63 Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 lounge chair in patinated leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 lounge chair
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS 63 Two-Seater Sofa in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 two-seater sofa in leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 modular two-seater sofa
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 63 Three-seater Sofa in Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 modular three-seater
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 66 Chocolate Leather Loveseat and Lounge Chairs Set of 3
By De Sede
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a handsome De Sede DS 66 natural leather loveseat with two matching DS 66 single lounge
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS 46 Loveseat Neck Leather Sofa Modul Brown
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 46 neck leather sofa. It´s a Sofa for 2 persons. This DS-46 sofa was manufactured in
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust DS-63 modular
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 63 Two-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 two-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 modular two
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Beech, Leather

De Sede DS-31 3-Seater Sofa in Light Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede ''DS-31'' 3-seater sofa, leather, chrome-plated metal, Switzerland, 1970s A comfortable
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds-47 Neck Leather Two-Seat Sofa from Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland 1970s Introducing the De Sede DS-47 Neck
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-265 Coco with Sheepskin 'Nomade'
By De Sede
Located in Tilburg, NL
De Sede DS-265 Coco with Sheepskin 'Nomade'. New, current production. Price mentioned is for a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

De Sede DS-265 Coco with Sheepskin 'Nomade'
De Sede DS-265 Coco with Sheepskin 'Nomade'
H 38.19 in W 44.1 in D 40.95 in
Four De Sede 'DS-14' Armchairs Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather Teak, 1989
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

Vintage De Sede DS 35 Leather Swivel Armchair, Switzerland, 1969s
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
We are delighted to bring to you a highly desirable and rarely available vintage 1969s De Sede DS
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-47 Brown Neck Leather Two-Seat Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 brown neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s. Introducing the De Sede DS-47
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-101 Brown Leather Set of a 2 Seater Sofa and an Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Delft, NL
De Sede DS-101 brown leather set of a 2 seater sofa and an ottoman A beauty this De Sede DS- 101
Category

20th Century European Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Pair of De Sede 'DS-14' Armchairs Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather Teak, 1989
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

De Sede DS-63 Two Seater Sofa & Matching Armchair Carl Larrson Mid Century
By De Sede
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ De Sede DS-63 Two Seater Sofa and Matching Armchair by Carl Larrson in Aniline Cream
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Sofa, de Sede DS-44
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1970s. Model DS-44 by de Sede with the striking original cover made of brown
Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

 Sofa, de Sede DS-44
 Sofa, de Sede DS-44
H 27.56 in W 54.34 in D 33.47 in
One of Six De Sede 'DS-14' Armchair Lounge Chair, Cognac Leather Teak
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

De Sede DS-101 Brown Leather Set of 2 Sofas, Lounge Chair and an Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Delft, NL
De Sede DS-101 brown leather set of 2 sofas, lounge chair and an ottoman A beauty this De Sede
Category

20th Century European Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

De Sede 'DS-47 'Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, DS-47 two-seat sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1960s. Highly comfortable DS47 sofa in a
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede 'DS-47 'Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
De Sede 'DS-47 'Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
H 28.75 in W 53.55 in D 37.01 in
De Sede ‘DS-22’ Modular Sofa in Caramel Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, ‘DS-22’ Modular sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1980s This high quality sectional sofa
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 “Non- Stop” Sofa (16 segments)
By De Sede, Klaus Vogt, Heinz Ulrich, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Ueli Berger
Located in Renens, CH
De Sede DS-600 “Non-Stop” or “Tatzelworm” modular sofa model in red leather. This large modular
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS-600 “Non- Stop” Sofa (16 segments)
De Sede DS-600 “Non- Stop” Sofa (16 segments)
H 29.14 in W 157.49 in D 39.38 in
De Sede DS 12 Module Vintage Neck Leather Sofa Brown and Coffeetable
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 12 module sofa in brown neck leather. The leather is very thick and the seam is white
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Smoked Glass, Leather, Wood

De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa & Table Suite in Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space to the epitome of luxury with the De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa
Category

Late 20th Century Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-101 Cognac Leather Set of 2 Sofas, Lounge Chair and an Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Delft, NL
De Sede DS-101 cognac leather set of 2 sofas, lounge chair and an ottoman De Sede DS- 101 set
Category

20th Century European Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ubald Klug created one of the icons for de Sede: DS 1025, better known as “Terrazza,” in which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
H 32.29 in W 31.11 in D 28.75 in
De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ubald Klug created one of the icons for de Sede: DS 1025, better known as “Terrazza,” in which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
H 32.29 in W 31.11 in D 28.75 in
De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ubald Klug created one of the icons for de Sede: DS 1025, better known as “Terrazza,” in which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather

De Sede ‘DS-88’ Modular Sofa in Black Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, 'DS-88' sectional sofa, black leather, Switzerland, 1970s. This grand sectional sofa is
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 45 Lounge Chairs in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 45 lounge chairs in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust set of four DS-45
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage De Sede DS-47 Sofa In Black Leather, From Switzerland, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage De Sede DS-47 Sofa In Black Leather, From Switzerland, Circa 1970. Nice model in original
Category

Vintage 1970s European Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede ‘DS-15’ Modular Sofas in Patinated Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, 'DS-15' modular sofa, patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. This high-quality sectional
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-101 Reclining Two Seater Sofa Tan Brown Leather Mid Century Vintage
By De Sede
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ De Sede DS-101 Reclining Two Seater Tan Brown Leather Mid Century Vintage MCM Leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-265 Coco in Full Leather 'Touch' Cigarro
By De Sede
Located in Tilburg, NL
De Sede DS-265 Coco in Full leather 'Touch', color Cigarro. New, current production. Price
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS 12 Modular Vintage Neck Leather Sofa Brown and Coffee Table
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 12 module sofa in brown neck leather. The leather is very thick and the seam is white
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Smoked Glass, Wood

Mid Century De Sede DS 101 Leather Lounge Armchair and Foot stool #479
Located in Lewes, GB
Super fine mid century De Sede DS 101 Lounge Armchair and Foot stall . Switzerland 1970, these
Category

Mid-20th Century Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

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De Sede Ds For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of de sede ds available for sale. Each of these unique de sede ds was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. We have 941 antique and vintage de sede ds in-stock, while there are 295 modern editions to choose from as well. De sede ds have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of de sede ds to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern de sede ds are of considerable interest.

How Much are De Sede Ds?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,877, while they’re typically $367 on the low end and $85,000 highest priced.

De Sede for sale on 1stDibs

A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.

At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.

De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.

Find authentic de Sede seating, tables and decorative objects today on 1stDibs.

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.