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Seating For Sale
Sculptural lounge ' Etcetera ' chair By Jan Ekselius Sweden 1970S
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Swedish designer Jan Ekselius studied at the art academy in Stockholm and later at the Royal College of Art in London. He made his international breakthrough in the early 1970s with ...
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1970s Swedish Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Mexican Designer, Rocking Lounge Chair, Wood, Rush, Mexico, 1950s.
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and rush rocking lounge chair likely designed and produced in Mexico, c. 1950s. Touch ups carried out to wood and rush seat.  Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.1” H x 27.75” W...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rush, Wood

Edvard And Tove Kindt-Larsen, Lounge Chair, Teak, Shearling, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and beige shearling "Fireside" lounge chair designed by Edvard And Tove Kindt-Larsen and produced by Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new authentic...
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1940s Danish Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Teak

John Rosselli Eccentric Horse Hoof Long Leg Bench Stool Ottoman
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
John Rosselli Eccentric Horse Hoof Long Leg Bench Stool Ottoman
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1990s American Regency Seating

Materials

Wood

San Rafael Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Sofa is a generously proportioned sofa that excels in comfort. The plush wide-channel tufted cushions are tailored beautifully to interlock with the expertly crafted ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Rare Napoleon III pair of Buttoned back and seat armchairs with matching stool
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very high quality and rare pair of chairs with matching stool. What sets this apart is the stool can attach to one of the chairs with metal hooks. The fact everything is st...
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19th Century Antique Seating

Materials

Beech

Black Leather Ojai Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai lounge chair features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a single tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmad...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1910s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of stained birch and beige fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1910s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall Dimensions (inches): 35” H x 31.75” W x...
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1910s Swedish Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Iron, Wood, Velvet, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, wood and brown velvet lounge chair or armchair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. The metal legs and frame present with moderate oxidation. Reupholst...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Iron

Pair of Lounge Chairs by William "Billy" Haines
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two large scale lounge chairs designed by William "Billy" Haines. Each chair has an upholstered seat and curved tufted backrest which are joined by a gently curved tapering exposed o...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Zoe Sofa in Light Tan Velvet, American Leather, 2000's
Located in Culver City, CA
Vladimir Kagan didn’t just design furniture—he created seductive works of furni-art. And this Zoe Sofa? It’s no exception. Designed in the early 2000s for American Leather, this beau...
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Early 2000s Seating

Materials

Velvet

Alcove Contemporary Linear Sofa With Curved Back
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Hommege À Pierre Jeanneret Committee Chair With Arms For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hommege À Pierre Jeanneret Committee Chair With Arms For Cassina Part of the Hommage à Pierre Jeanneret tribute collection, the dinin...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Oak

Extraordinary Vladimir Kagan "Omnibus" Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
An original "Omnibus" Sectional by Valdimir Kagan. USA, c. 1970s. Grey-blue wool (more grey than blue) fabric is in good vintage condition. This is considered a rare sectional as i...
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Seating

Materials

Wool

Pair of “Little Adam” Lounge Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of “Little Adam” Lounge Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet From the iconic Paradiset collection, this pair of “Little Adam” lounge chairs was designed by...
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1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Razorblade Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s Danish
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's lounge chair, known as the "Razorblade," epitomizes Danish Modern design from the 1960s. Crafted from dark oak with original upholstery by Nyrup Møbelfabrik, its u...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Rare Prototype Sofa by Peter Ghyczy for Herman Miller, 1960s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Space age, modern, contemporary, fiberglass, collector's item, 70s, rare, unique, Herman Miller, Peter Ghyczy Peter Ghyczy's exceptional 2-seater sofa from the 1970s is an incredibl...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mohair, Fiberglass

Modern Organic Plush Velvet Armchair with Contemporary Curved Shape Nude Color
Located in Porto, PT
The Gaya Armchair combines contemporary design with mid-century modern charm, creating the perfect living space. The accent chair’s organic, curved shape is inviting, while the plush...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Antique Mahogany Biedermeier Settee Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely stunning antique mahogany settee sofa. This piece commands attention, so beautiful, it's like a piece of art. It maintains a narrow footprint, similar to that of a bench...
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20th Century Biedermeier Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Midcentury Ladder-Back Dining Room Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of six Midcentury ladder-back dining chairs with rush seats, comprising two armchairs and four side chairs, crafted in the traditional French provincial style. Made from warmly...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating

Materials

Rush, Hardwood

Gae Aulenti Stringa Chair, 1962
Located in Corby, GB
Stringa chairs designed by renowned Italian designer and architect Gae Aulenti, for Poltronova, 1962. Rarely seen for sale in the UK these two beautiful (and comfortable) pieces are ...
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Angel Pazmiño "Butterfly" Folding Chair, Tooled Leather and Mahogany, 1960's
Located in Culver City, CA
Let’s get one thing straight—Angel Pazmiño deserves way more hype in the mid-century design world. This Ecuadorian design genius created furniture that’s not only structurally brilli...
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1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Modern Hollywood Regency Style Round Lobby Sofa White Velvet Drapé Fabric
Located in Porto, PT
The Gyvaté Drapé Round Sofa elevates the original design with the addition of a gracefully draped fabric element, creating a more dynamic and sophisticated look. This conversational ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Hollywood Regency Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Danish modern arm Chair by Fritz Hansen Model 1669, circa 1940
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Danish Arm chair upholstered in white cotton fabric. Designed and made by Fritz Hansen cabinetmakers in 1940s model 1669 a true iconic danish mid century design. The chair is in grea...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Italian Mid-Century Modern, Stained Wood, Camel Mohair, Ottomans, Italy, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Stained Wood, Camel Mohair, Footstools or Ottomans, Italy, 1960s Pair of rectangular ottomans or footstools designed and produced in Italy circa 1960s. E...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair

'Tupa' Armchair for Haimi Reino Ruokolainen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The ‘Tupa’ armchair was designed by Reino Ruokolainen whilst working as the artistic director for Haimi. Haimi specialized in manufacturing modern, high-quality furniture and was one...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair of Scandinavian Armchairs in Long Haired Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Stunning pair of Scandinavian armchairs, crafted in the 20th century, 1950s, goat hide, sheepskin, modernism; These chairs are truly eye-catching, combining a simple, understated sh...
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1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak, Sheepskin

Set of Six 19th Century English Dining Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of Six 19th Century English mahogany dining chairs, one carver and five side chairs. With original castors. Recently recovered in quality fabric.
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19th Century English Country Antique Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Danish Modern Sofa in oak & wool style of Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A Henning Kjærnulf sofa would be perfect for a modern apartment, Ranch, or classic home. Made from white oak and inspired by Spanish Mission design, it features sculpted legs, a scal...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Borge Mogensen 3171 Bench, soap treated Oak, Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen designed this solid wood dining bench in 1956. With its robust simplicity the bench is an ideal example of Mogensen’s lifelong drive for a purified shape. Soap treate...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pierre Cardin Dining Chairs for Roche Bobois, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Cardin dining chairs for Roche Bobois, wood and patinated cognac leather, France, 1970, set of two. Pierre Cardin designed these iconic dining chairs for Roche Bobois in 1970...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gio Ponti Leggera Chair For Cassina An icon of chair design and of Cassina’s masterful artisan craftsmanship. A tasteful and versatile piece remin...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Eames Fiberglass Cats Cradle LAR Lounge Chair
Located in Fulton, CA
A "Cats Cradle" LAR formed fiberglass lounge chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Circa. 1960's. Elephant Gray fiberglass shell with original metal base. No visible makers mark on this chair. 24.5 inches high. 24 inches wide...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

William Andrus for Steelcase Model 465 Mid Century Lucite and Fiberglass Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
William Andrus for Steelcase Model 465 Mid Century Lucite and Fiberglass Sofa This sofa measures: 84 wide x 34 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 25 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Fiberglass, Lucite

Scroll Back Chair
Located in London, England
French scroll back armchair on turned legs. Circa 1890. H 98cm (SH 45cm) x W 80cm x D 84cm
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1890s French Antique Seating

Materials

Beech

Richard Himmel Mid Century Lucite Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Richard Himmel Mid Century Lucite Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 28 wide x 28 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance of 23.75 inch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Swedish satin birch Biedermeier armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden and date from around the 1870-1890 period. They are of superb quality, ...
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1870s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Seating

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Pair of His and Her Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron in White Oak
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of his (Romeo) and her (Juliette) lounge chairs in white oak by Guillerme and Chambron, for Votre Maison. France circa 1950's A beautifully restored pair of “Romeo et Juliette” ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Carrillo Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carrillo Ottoman is crafted from solid wood and features the signature rear leg design of the Carrillo Lounge Chair. It looks elegant as a stand-alone piece or paired with the Ca...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Napoleon III buttoned back and seat sofa with cabriole legs
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant Napoleon III buttoned back and seat sofa. Standing on tall elegant cabriole legs. Great shape from all sides and comfy to use. Ideal occasional sofa or smaller...
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19th Century Antique Seating

Materials

Beech

Coastal Ralph Lauren Large Braid Rattan Lounge Chairs With Original Blue and Whi
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A rare and refined pair of large-scale rattan lounge chairs designed by Ralph Lauren Home for the exclusive Polo Outdoor Furniture Collection. Showcasing an intricate braid rattan fr...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Bohemian Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Soriana Lounge Chair in Grey Leather by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian designed 'Soriana' lounge chair designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina and distributed in the United States under license in the 1960s and 1970s by Atelier International...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Highback / Ladderback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 4
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This set of four carved light oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed by Henning Kjærnulf. Crafted with solid oak frames, these chairs are both elegant a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Handwoven Tule Lounge Chair Made in Mexico from LUTECA
Located in New York, NY
From a craft object to relevant design, these special pieces that are made in Mexico, were created to add warmth and texture to your interior. Intended for indoor or covered outdoor use, they are a reminder of the incredible workmanship and know-how passed down through generations and generations, dating back as far as the Mayans. As well as fostering and adapting historical values and crafts, some of which are now almost extinct, the project is a cultural endeavor that combines the highest quality weaving skills of local master craftsmen with the preservation of endangered manufacturing technique that supports an entire village eco-system. In stock. Ships from Mexico...
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2010s Mexican Folk Art Seating

Materials

Seagrass

'Tulip' chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s-80s
Located in Milano, IT
Chair with cast aluminum base, plastic shell, foam cushion covered in original leather of the period. Good Condition
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Organic Modern Orange Suede Daybed Upholstered Chaise Longue Retro Inspo
Located in Porto, PT
Mid-Century Modern Suede Daybed Black & White Stripes Upholstered Chaise Longues The Madison Daybed is the must-have modern chaise longue, blending contemporary design with exception...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Marble, Brass

Standard Tuxedo Sofa by Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, 1970's
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is a stunner. Classic design meets contemporary allure with the exquisite creation by legendary designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A masterpiece that seamlessly brid...
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1970s Vintage Seating

Materials

Chenille

Set of 6 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chairs in Black Leather, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
Timeless and classic. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930, these chairs are just like George Clooney-- they just look better with age and seemi...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee table or bench. Blonde bench...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Modernist Chair by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil 1950s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Gil Borsoi, Brazilian Mid-Century, Pierre Frey, Rare, Contemporary, Collector's item, Sculptural Furniture Brazilian mid-century design is considered the pinnacle of 20th-century fu...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Woven Tule 'Icpalli' Bench made in Mexico from LUTECA
Located in New York, NY
From a craft object to relevant design, these special pieces, made in Mexico, were created to add warmth and texture to your interior. Intended for indo...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Seating

Materials

Seagrass

Set of 6 Primitive Rustic Beech Dining Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 6 Primitive Beech Dining Chairs, France, 1950s This charming set of six primitive dining chairs originates from France and dates back to the 1950s. Crafted from solid beech w...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Beech

Nico Sofa by DeMuro Das in Solid Natural Oak
Located in New York, NY
The Nico Sofa combines handsome proportions with timeless materials and an emphasis on comfort. Straight lines are tempered by curved edges and sloping arms,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Walnut

A set of two Etcetera lounge chairs with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden c1970
Located in London, GB
Set of three Etcetera lounge chair / chaise longue with an ottoman by Jan Ekselius. c1970 for JOC Carlsson, Sweden. Original pink fabric. Size of chairs: 102 cm in length, 62 cm...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Wooden Bench, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Wooden Bench, Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Seating

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff FWashington Woodcraft Walnut Rattan Rocker!
Located in Stafford, TX
Beautiful rocker in great condition as seen. Message with questions.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Brutalist Dining Chair in Solid Oak with Bouclé Upholstery, France, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Brutalist Dining Chair in Solid Oak with Bouclé Upholstery, France, 1950s — 20 Available This impressive Brutalist dining chair was crafted in solid oak, France, circa the 1950s. Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Seating

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Bouclé, Oak

De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather 1970s
Located in Meer, VAN
De Sede DS-101 Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather 1970s Directly from the first owner, this is an early 1970s De Sede DS-101 lounge chair in wonderfully patinated cognac leath...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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