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Seating For Sale
Color:  Beige
Early 20th Century Knole Settee
Located in Folkestone, GB
A beutiful early 20th century Knole Settee with drop ends in the traditional style, handmade with fully jointed original wooden frame. Upholstered some 8 years ago in a high quality ...
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Early 20th Century English Seating

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Fabric

Set of 4 Contemporary American Beige Pebbled Leather Upholstered Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
SET of 4 Contemporary American armchairs with dark finished wooden frames, square slightly reclined backs, and tapered armrests, upholstered in a beige / taupe pebbled leather and resting on four square tapered legs ending in brass sabots. (LILY JACK...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

LEWIS Lounge Chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
LEWIS’ modern and consensual design makes it the perfect armchair for any room. It can be upholstered in contrasting fabrics for a bolder result or using the same fabric for classic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

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Fabric

Set of four Piet Hein barstools in patinaed leather
Located in Valby, 84
Set of four Piet Hein bar stools manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in December 1972. The bar stools are made in steel with a wooden seat upholstered in patinaed Niger goat leat...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Large Scale Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel chair with Chrome Base
Located in Providence, RI
Oversized large scale swivel chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Original upholstery is present, recommended to be replaced. Chrome base is present. Piece retains orig...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Orsini Barstool by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Orsini barstool is made with a solid brass spun base that features rounded feet and an upholstered seat. Shown here in matte black. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Leather

1950's Mixed Bundle Of French Stacking Dining Chairs - Set Of Twenty Five (2534)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Mixed Bundle Of French Stacking Dining Chairs – Set Of Twenty Five (2534) 1950’s Mixed Bundle Of French Stacking Dining Chairs – Set Of Twenty Five. From time to time we have ...
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1950s French Vintage Seating

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Metal

Vintage Bonacina Miss B Classic Wheels Office Chair by Tito Agnoli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Italian design swivel chair are designed by Tito Agnoli and are manufactured by Bonacina. A comfortable contemporary office chair. Modell Miss B designed ...
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1990s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Sofa, Model Baseline Designed by Jens Juul Eilersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Baseline Chaiselong sofa, designed by Jens Juul Eilersen in a cream white colour. Baseline radiates quality and comfort and the simple design means that the sofa is timeless and fits...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric

Large Set of Italian Patio Chairs in Pink and Yellow Lacquered Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining patio chairs, lacquered steel, Italy, 1960s This collection of patio chairs from Italy has a strikingly refined design that is emblematic of the quintessential Italian patio ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Travertine, Brass, and Mohair Coexist Bench by Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The coexist bench uses balance and delicate harmony of materials meeting. The bench consists of a brushed brass frame, honed Travertine stone cubes, and ...
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2010s American Minimalist Seating

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Marble, Travertine, Steel, Brass

Forsyth Sheepskin Pouf Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth signature collection. Our luxurious sheepskin pouf ottomans are handcrafted from our beautiful Brazilian sheepskins. The most beautiful sheepskins are selected, h...
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2010s American Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Set of 20 Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Steel Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Early 1950s Vladimir Kagan set of twenty stainless steel dining chairs professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé. This rare set was designed in the 1950s by Vladimir Kagan during a ten year joint venture with Hugo Dreyfuss (textile designer/printmaker) in New York City. The partnership later ended in 1960 with Dreyfuss' retirement. Soft Ivory Bouclé upholstered seats and backs contrast the stainless steel frames. Truly timeless, these sleek chairs...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Stainless Steel

French 1900s Design Bistro Outdoor Chair In Rattan and Braided Resin
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French 1900s Bistro Design rattan and braided resin outdoor chair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin rattan effect back and seat, famou...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Seating

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Rattan, Resin

Soriana 2 Seater with Original velvet Fabric by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1970
Located in Zandhoven, BE
intage Soriana 2 seater with original textile from the 70ties designed by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. This original fabric can't be found similar w...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Louise Bar Chair with Salmon Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery
Located in Lisbon, PT
Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 8 Formanova "Ponney" Swivel Chairs, Designed by Gianni Moscatelli, Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian set of eight swivel chairs dates from the 1970s, it is the model Poney. The chairs were designed by Giulio Moscatelli and manufactured by Formanova. The chairs are cover...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

MDF Italia Set of Three Customizable Fuji Bicolor Poufs by Francesco Rota
Located in New York, NY
Fuji is the small casual seating collection signed by Francesco Rota whose large, generous and sweet volumes and the trapezoidal silhouette evoke the conical shape of the Japanese vo...
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2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Textile

Vladimir Kagan Sectional for Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan Sectional for Directional, with Great Plains boucle, new hand-cut foam, and wood legs. Depth 37" Back Height 30" Seat...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Sunburst Ceiling Light by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
A little piece of jewellery for any space, inspired by a South African sunrise. It's flush positioning and brass body create a subtle burst of light that make the Sunburst a uniquely...
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2010s British Seating

Materials

Brass

Naked Pouf 2 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual pro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Naked Corner 2 with Smooth Blossom Fabric and Natural Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Naked collection welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual proportions and strong curves w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

The Dana Wicker Scoop Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Dana Wicker Scoop Chair: Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Marco Scarani. We're proud to offer our customers these revised vintage rattan furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair with Metal Legs, Italy 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These individualistic chairs possess a look that is eternally relevant regardless of current trends, a charm that would likely be called ‘the mid-century modern style’. Even after de...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Ludwig Walser for Eternit Concrete Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare concrete stool by Ludwig Walter for Eternit. Sometimes attributed to Willy Guhl. Same timeframe and factory, different designer. Seldom seen for sale. Great patina. Perfect outd...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Concrete

Horn Cowhide Chair
Located in Houston, TX
21st Century horn chair upholstered in a brown and white cowhide.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Seating

Materials

Horn, Cowhide

Pair of Modern Stools, Ottomans
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Modern stools upholstered in a beautiful high quality fabric. We have a matching bench available. Please see pictures.
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2010s American Modern Seating

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Fabric

Folding Bambu Deckchair, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Folding Bambu deckchair ,Italy 1960s. 95 x 110 x 65 cm. Good condtion.
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Bamboo

Eames for Herman Miller Two-Seat Tandem Sling Airport Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ray & Charles Eames were commissioned to design the perfect utilitarian seating for the first international airports in 1962. Created for comfort and convenience, this chair is iconi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Boxer Leather Lounge Chair by Kwok Hoi Chan for Steiner
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare Kwok Hoi Chan boxer lounge chair for Steiner, circa early 1970s, France. Cream padded leather and tubular chromed steel. Very unique and e...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Polar Chair by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
Large, curvaceous, and curl-up worthy, the Polar Lounge Chair is designed to be a cosy nook. It’s oversized and particularly deep, much bigger than a normal armchair. We think it’s t...
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2010s British Seating

Materials

Other

Baxter of Italy “Diana Chester” 4-Seat Sofa in Cream “Tuscany” Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a spectacular, rare “Diana Chester” 4-seat sofa from the world renown Italian furniture house of Baxter, dressed in a sublime cream “Tuscany” leather, and with walnut feet ...
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2010s Seating

Materials

Leather

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Red Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates through ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Bouclé, Velvet

Midcentury Sofa MP-13 by Percival Lafer in Hardwood & Beige Leather, 1967 Brasil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern sofa, model MP-13, designed by Percival Lafer in Hardwood and Beige Italian leather, 1960s is nothing less...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Ottoman pouf Drova 6 in Beige color by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube ottoman pouf embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. The structure of ottoman pouf Drova consists of several upholstered blocks, stacked on the top of each other, which are resembling the firewood, stacked near the fireplace. Its clean lines and modern design make it a captivating accent piece that complements any interior. There can be 4 or 6 elements, depending on the size of pouf. The high-quality materials ensure durability and longevity, while the plush cushioning provides exceptional comfort. The ottoman pouf frame is made of plywood with high-quality polyurethane for a soft filling. A versatile palette of fabrics for covering. You can choose texture and color of the fabric for your pouf. Whether used as a footrest, additional seating, or a side table, the Ukrainian Design Drova 6 ottoman Pouf adds both style and functionality to your space. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller areas, while the cube shape adds a touch of contemporary elegance. The space between the blocks allows you to move the Drova 6 ottoman pouf from place to place easily, as well as to store some small things in it. Elevate your home or office with the design cube pouf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Pair of Cantilevered Chrome Barrel Back Club Chairs by Anton Lorenz for Thonet
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of cantilevered chrome barrel back club chairs by Anton Lorenz for Thonet. In very good sturdy condition. There was a Thonet tag on the bottom of the chair, but it fell off an...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pouf Rotondo Minotti 1990 in Velluto Verde con ruote
Located in IT
Puff Minotti anni 90 con imbottitura e velluto verde nuovi. il pouff è dotato di ruote.
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1990s Italian Seating

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Velvet

Smile Adjustable Rotating Leather Armchair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Smile chair by De Sede. With its new, patented adjustment mechanism, Smile offers comfort that stands out from the rest and can be stopped at any angle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness corner sectional sofa, lacquer red, 1968-1972. Gorgeous low slung modern sectional seating set of three. This is a truly extraordinary, museum-worthy set. Certain Larsen designs have captured the public’s imagination and are recognized as “signature” pieces. According to company records, the Happiness design was inspired by a Chinese robe and Ming Dynasty embroideries in the collection of the Henry Art Gallery of the University of Washington, where Larsen did his undergraduate work. It was introduced with four colorways – amethyst quartz, Ming gold...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Textile, Wool, Mohair

President Meteor Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Steen Ostergaard for Cado
Located in Turku, FI
The President Meteor lounge chair 265 was designed by the original king of space age design the Danish furniture designer Steen Ostergaard in 1968. Chair is also known as "Captain Lo...
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1960s Danish Space Age Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass

Sophisticated Pair of Art Deco Loungers by John Van Korert for Troy Sunshade
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of lounge chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing; Excellent Vintage Condition. The frames display fabulous patina. The cu...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Beata Heuman Dappled Velvet
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding natura...
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2010s American Seating

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Velvet

Pair of Mid Century Vintage Beige Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Textile, Beech

1930s Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A minimal Cesca armchair designed by Marcel Breuer featuring caned seat and back on a cantilevered tubular chrome frame. Originally from the Levy House...
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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Pair of Stunning Midcentury Leather/ Chrome Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of absolutely gorgeous Italian leather lounge chairs features a chrome frame and overstuffed seats for one of the most relaxing set of chairs you will find. Ideal for any ho...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Chrome

Glide Ottoman Round Custom Hidden Castors
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The smart and simple Glide Ottoman can be used as a seat at a table, a place to kick your feet up, or both. Boasting hidden casters, the delicate curves of its sides subtly remove the boxiness of a traditional ottoman...
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2010s American Other Seating

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Fabric

Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chairs in New Velvet, Artifort, 1970s - *Customizable*
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A pair of Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chairs newly upholstered in Designers Guild linen-colored cotton velvet & potentially customizable in over 100 colors. *Lead time for despatch of ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

1950s Herman Miller Parchment Eiffel Fiberglass Shell Armchair Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Herman Miller Eiffel Parchment Fiberglass Chair Set of Two 31 tall x 24.75 w x 23.75 d, Seat 18 Arm rest 26 Original vintage unrestored preowned condition. Wear visible. Refer to all...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

1970s 2-Seater Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofa / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features the original knitted wool upholstery in ivory. Head /...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Wool

Italian Modern Dining Chairs after Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of six elegant dining chairs features unique sculpted seat frames, upholstered seats, and uniquely stylized tapered legs. Unique mix of vintage style and comfort, this match...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Wood

French 1900s Design Bistro Outdoor Chair Rattan and Braided Resin
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French 1900s Bistro Design rattan and braided resin outdoor chair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin rattan effect back and seat with a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Seating

Materials

Rattan, Resin

Early Elettra Chair by Studio BBPR for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic Elettra chair by Studio BBPR for Arflex with a black metal tubular base which is intersected below the seat. The chair has been newly upholstered in a delicate, light pink fab...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

1960's Harlequin Set Of Nineteen Stacking French Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Harlequin Set Of Nineteen Stacking French Chairs 1960’s Harlequin Set Of Nineteen Stacking French Chairs. A good harlequin (mixed) set of classic stacking French chairs. From ...
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1960s French Vintage Seating

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Metal

Petite Paul Ottoman by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Petite Paul ottoman features a round solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is des...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Brass

Vintage Modern Club Chair Flame Stich Geometric Fabric by Gaines of Tennessee
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage modern club or lounge chair with flame stitch geometric fabric and chromed plastic trim by Gaines of Tennessee. Beautiful condition...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Tubular Chair after Joe Colombo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Postmodern lounge chair made by an anonymous creator in the style of Joe Colombo's radical Tube Chair. Its playful silhouette is made up of four cylinders of varying sizes are fixed ...
Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather

Modern Accent Chairs by Carsons Inc Chrome Frames & Oatmeal Herringbone a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Carsons Incorporated accent chairs with rectangular chrome tube frames and original oatmeal herringbone fabric, a pair. Beautiful conditi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Seating

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Metal, Chrome

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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