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Swedish Dux Leather Sofa by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Pasadena, TX
8ft four-seat dux leather sofa by Folke Ohlsson
Sweden,
1960s
Danish modern sofa upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Swedish Mid-Century DUX Brown Leather Sofa
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
, a journey through the golden era of Swedish design. Let this DUX Brown Leather Sofa elevate your
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pair of Sam Larsson DUX Lounge Cantilever Leather Chairs from 1972
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of rare DUX cantilever lounge chairs called `Sesam 2`in black leather and chrome.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Dux of Sweden Office Chair in Black Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dux of Sweden, office chair, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Sweden, 1970s
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
H 41.34 in W 25.99 in D 27.37 in
Bruno Mathsson Suede and Leather Jetson Swivel Chair, Dux Sweden 1969
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
Bruno Mathsson Suede and Leather Jetson Swivel Chair, Dux Sweden 1969. Excellent condition
Measures
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Suede
Bruno Mathsson Dux "Pernilla" Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Leather, Pair Available
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Bruno Mathsson "Pernilla" lounge chairs with matching ottomans. Made in Sweden by Dux
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 40 in W 35.5 in D 33.5 in
Pernilla Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Buffalo, NY
A Pernilla leather lounge chair and ottoman Designed by Bruno Mathsson and made by Dux. 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Mirja Dux Easy Chair Cognac Colored Leather Cushions Scandinavian Modern 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mirja Scandinavian modern easy chair/ lounge chair manufactured by Dux of Sweden
The chair has a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair for Dux. Mocha Colored Leather Sweden 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Scandinavian modern easy chair/ lounge chair model Pernilla manufactured by Dux of Sweden. Designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 38.59 in W 35.44 in D 33.08 in
Swedish Modern Leather and Teak Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden sculptural staved-teak lounge chairs (Model 72-C) featuring a
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
'Pernilla 69' Leather and Beech Chair and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Toronto, CA
The Iconic 'Pernilla' bentwood chair and ottoman - designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by DUX
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Canvas, Beech
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Leather Chrome Dining chairs by Sam Larsson for DUX
By Sam Larsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare Set of 4 Vintage Mid Century Modern leather and chrome designed by Sam Larsson for Dux of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in
Bruno Mathsson for Dux "Pernilla 3" Chaise Lounge Chair in Lambswool & Leather
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
Mathsson for Dux. This extraordinary piece represents a harmonious blend of innovation, comfort, and
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 28 in W 25 in D 70 in
“Jetson” Lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, Sweden, 1960
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A highly recognizable “Jetson” chair designed by Bruno Mathsson and manufactured by DUX in Sweden
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1969, Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Pernilla Lounge Chair
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
fading of color and a big stain on the seat (#11,#15 and #18). Both leather bands to attach the neck
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
“Form 7” Swivel Chair in leather by Alf Svensson and Yngvar Sandström for Dux
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Örebro, SE
Swedish Dux.
It comes in black soft leather with three loose button stapled cushions. Beside the spin
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 40.16 in W 29.53 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Pernilla Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1969
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Pernilla armchairs designed in 1969 by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. Curved beech wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Beech
Yngve Ekstrom for Dux Dining Set in Teak and Oak
By Yngve Ekström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Oakland, CA
Dining set designed by Yngve Ekstrom for Dux of Sweden late 1950s early 1960s. The set is
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Jetson Swivel Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in London, GB
for Dux. They made in Sweden and were recently imported, they date from around the 1970’s.
They are
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Space Age Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Unique Galaxy Swivel Chair by DUX of Sweden
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Dux of Sweden
Located in Haderslev, DK
Produced in the period from 1970-1979 by Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandström for DUX of Sweden
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair and Ottoman by DUX
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning vintage modern lounge and ottoman covered in tufted black leather with a tubular chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
6 Vintage Chairs DUX - Ribbon Back 1960s, Sweden - Dining chairs, Teak, Set of 6
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 vintage dining chairs made by manufacturer DUX, Sweden in the 1960s.
Model name: Ribbon
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Lounge Chair by Sam Larsson for Dux, 1972
By Sam Larsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
leather cushions.
This wonderful Mid-Century Modern cantilever lounge chair by sam Larsson for Dux of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Slipper Lounge Chair for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folke Ohlsson slipper lounge chair for DUX.
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Transforming
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Rubber, Wood, Walnut
Pernilla 69 Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1990s, Set of 4
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in RADOMSKO, PL
designer Bruno Mathsson and manufactured by Dux. This iconic piece embodies the essence of Scandinavian
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.98 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson "Scissor" Sculpted Lounge Chair for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant modern lounge chair designed in Sweden by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden circa 1950s. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Walnut
H 27.5 in W 25 in D 31.5 in
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson "Scissor" Sculptural Lounge Chair for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-density foam and the finest fabrics and leathers to give you a seat that’s as cozy as it is chic
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
H 28 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Scandinavian Modern Pernilla Lounge Chair Ottoman Bruno Mathsson DUX 1970 Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Vienna, AT
fabric in butter cream color by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1970s.
Iconic lounge chair model Pernilla with
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 37.8 in W 34.26 in D 36.42 in
Mid-Century Modern Recliner by Folke Ohlsson for Dux in Teak
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Belmont, MA
leather and was manufactured by Dux of Sweden in the 1960s.
The design of the chair is extremely elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Expertly Restored - Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and the finest fabrics and leathers to give you a seat that’s as cozy as it is chic.
• Dedicated to
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
H 28.5 in W 26.75 in D 28.5 in
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Teak Reclining Chair with Ottoman for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-density foam and the finest fabrics and leathers to give you a seat that’s as cozy as it is chic
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Teak
H 40 in W 29 in D 33.75 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Stools by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of elegant modern stools designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden in Sweden circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
H 14.5 in W 22.75 in D 22.75 in
Expertly Restored - Folke Ohlsson Teak & Tweed “Scissor” Lounge Chairs for Dux
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-density foam and the finest fabrics and leathers to give you a seat that’s as cozy as it is chic
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
H 28 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Pair of "Galaxy" Easy Chairs by Alf Svensson & Ingvar Sandstrom for DUX Sweden
By Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Dux of Sweden
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
SVENSSON & YNGVAR SANDSTORM for DUX Sweden
The design is from 1968 when the space race to the moon and
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 36.62 in W 29.14 in D 34.26 in
Expertly Restored - Karl-Erik Ekselius Expanding Walnut Dining Table for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Karl-Erik Ekselius Model-1401 expanding walnut dining table for Dux.
Dimensions
29.25in H x 36in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.25 in W 72 in D 47.5 in
Eva' White Leather + Beechwood Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Swedish ‘Eva’ lounge chair designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX. This Scandinavian Modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 32.5 in W 23.5 in D 27 in
Orange Leather + Chrome 'Jetson' Swivel Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic Space Age ‘Jetson’ chrome and leather swivel lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX in
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Space Age Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 39.5 in W 25.5 in D 22 in
Expertly Restored - Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Teak Coffee Table for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen teak coffee table by for Dux
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Pernilla Leather Lounge Chair and foot stool by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chesham, GB
A Pernilla leather lounge chair and foot stool. Designed by Bruno Mathsson and made by Dux. 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 35.83 in
Black Leather Tufted 'Pernilla' Armchair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, Sweden 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
A Swedish Modern ‘Pernilla’ armchair designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX in the 1960s. This armchair
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.25 in W 34.5 in D 30 in
Mid-Century DUX Form 7 Swivel Blue Leather Lounge & Ottoman Des. Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson
Located in St. Louis, MO
MCM Alf Svensson designed for Dux Form 7 lounge chair and ottoman. All original blue leather, shows
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 35.5 in W 30 in D 38 in
Black Leather USA-75 Armchair by Folke Olsson for DUX, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchair in walnut by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, early 1960s. Very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Leather Reclining Chair & Ottoman by Thomasville
By Thomasville, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish modern design adjustable recliner chair with ottoman by Thomasville. the ottoman is 20x20x19.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
Leather and Teak Midcentury Danish Modern Floating Sofa
By Arne Vodder, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sharp Danish Mid-Century Modern teak and leather floating low profile sofa.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Bruno mathsson pernilla by Dux easy chair fauteuil , 1970's
Located in Delft, NL
Ontwerper: Bruno Mathsson
Producent: Dux
Model: Pernilla
Afmetingen: 98 hoog, 34 zit hoogte, 89
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Frames Leather Sling Seat Lounge Chairs
By Durland, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Danish modern beige sling upholstery lounge chairs. Very comfortable sling seats.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 28 in W 28 in D 32 in
Sam Larsson Easy Chairs Produced by DUX in Sweden
By Sam Larsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs designed by Sam Larsson. Produced by DUX in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chairs by Dux, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Balen, BE
full grain leather, produced in the 1970s by Dux in Sweden. Functional, elegant and very comfortable
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Hans Olsen for DUX Teak Rocking Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in Springfield, OR
An original Hans Olsen for DUX teak + afromosia wood rocking chair. A beautifully proportioned and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Set of 6 Bruno Matthsson Dining Chairs for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 dining chairs upholstered with Edlemen leather and chrome plated frame. Arm chairs have a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson Sofa Model Karin Produced by DUX in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Karin designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by DUX in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
High-back 'USA-75' armchair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish armchair in teak by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1960s. Good original condition.
Recently treated
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Erik Ole Jørgensen Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Brazilian Rosewood
By Erik Ole Jørgensen, Dux of Sweden
Located in Montclair, NJ
"Örestad" manufactured by Dux Furniture in Sweden. The back and armrest is upholstered in leather and has a
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Swedish Sam Larsson Mona Roto Swivel Chair Beech and Cognac Colored Leather 1970
By Sam Larsson, Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Aarhus C, DK
"Mona Roto" swivel chair by Swedish furniture designer Sam Larsson manufactured by Dux in Sweden
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 37.41 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Poltrone Galaxy Space Age di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Buone condizioni, in patina e con i segni del tempo.
Misure in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Poltrone Galaxy Space Age di Alf Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Svensson e Yngve Sandsteöm per Dux, 1970 ca.
Buone condizioni, in patina e con i segni del tempo.
Misure in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Pernilla Lounge Chair with Ottoman Anniversary Edition Bruno Mathsson by Dux
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
Product Description Full:
Pernilla Chair by Bruno Mathsson by Dux Jubileum 1907-2007 special
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Plywood
H 28.35 in W 80.71 in D 33.47 in
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair with Ottoman, annivesary edition
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
lacquered beech.
Made by DUX.
This is a special editon celebrating Bruno Mathsson 100th birthday
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 38.59 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Bruno Mathsson Ottoman
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, c.1960s, Sweden. The ottoman was originally paired with the
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture / DUX of Sweden, sofa model 5316, faux leather, metal, wood
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
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Dux Leather For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of dux leather you’re looking for. An item from our selection of dux leather — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of dux leather — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of dux leather, designed in the Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson and Folke Ohlsson each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of dux leather that is worth considering.
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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.
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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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