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Seating For Sale
Creator: Fritz Hansen
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Pantonova Chair and Ottoman by Verner Panton, Chrome Steel and Cognac Leather
Located in Kansas City, MO
Wedge shaped chair and ottoman designed by Verner Panton for his Pantonova Series manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Completely original including the cognac / camel color leather cusions...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of swivel armchairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Danish modernist pair of swivel chairs with curved seat and backrest upholstered in black fabric on a structure made from white lacquered synthetic material with steel support. Manu...
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20th Century Danish Seating

Materials

Steel

Swan chair Model 3320 High Model by Arne Jacobsen & Fritz Hansen, 2015
Located in Lejre, DK
The Swan, model 3320, designed by the legendary Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern furniture. Designed between 1957 and 1958, th...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Lounge Chair in Rustic Leather by Fritz Hansen
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Lounge Chair in Rustic Leather by Fritz Hansen is a modern design classic. Crafted from a combination of stainless steel and rustic leather, this chair is st...
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2010s Danish Seating

Materials

Leather

Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather. Four star base with tilt function. Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Ax Arm Chair by Peter Hvidt for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Armchair designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard–Nielsen and produced in 1963 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. The chair is press shaped in laminated beechwood, the seat is upholstered w...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Birch, Teak

Danish Canada Armchairs by Fritz Hansen, 1940s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Canada Armchairs by Fritz Hansen, 1940s. Set of 2. Pair of early Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern easy chairs in a dark brown stained beech. These model 2252 were designed by ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Beech

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Six Rare Vintage Laminated 3107 Butterfly Chair
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,check last five pictures, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Set of six rare vintage laminated...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Set Of 6 Ant Chairs Model 3101 Made In Rosewood By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, model 3101, also known as "The Ant", designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1950s. These chairs are made of rosewood, which makes them ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rosewood

Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1950s. Makers mark underneath. Model No. FH 4103 is also known as th...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Denmark circa 1960's. An elegant and organic shape ideal for lounge. Arne Ja...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Fritz Hansen 1669 Armchair, Brown Sheepskin, Denmark 1930s, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FRITZ HANSEN & MID-CENTURY MODERN A beautiful Fritz Hansen easy chair, model 1669, 1930s. Sculptural and comfortable armchair upholstered in brown sheepskin with cognac coloured bu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair This chair measures: 34 wide x 31 deep x 42 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

1940s Lounge Chairs by Tyge Hvass, Model 1628 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Tyge Hvass, Fritz Hansen
Located in Balen, BE
Elegant, sculptural, and timeless; this pair of Model 1628 lounge chairs, designed by Danish architect Tyge Hvass for Fritz Hansen, embodies the essence of mid-century Scandinavian c...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Textile, Wool, Beech

Povl B. Eskildsen Outdoor 'Riviera' Lounge Chair in Teak for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Povl B. Eskildsen outdoor 'Riviera' lounge chair in teak for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations. The multifunctional 'Riviera' Lounge is based on the original Riviera Sunbed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Teak

Søren Hansen, Rare Sofa / Bench Model 2240 for Fritz Hansen, 1939
Located in Paris, FR
Two-seat sofa, model 2240, made of Beech wood designed by Søren Hansen in 1939 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. A rare find and very collectable piece. As a sculptural piece, this ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric

Pair Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Both have been expertly restored and reupholstered in Knoll Classic Boucle. If you notice in the photos, the stems o...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Wrought Iron

Arne Jacobson 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in a luxurious creamy/white leather from Maharam. M...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117
Located in Chicago, IL
Arne Jacobsen Sevener Desk Chair, model 3117 Swivel and adjustable seat height Reupholstered with Great Plains "Teddy" Warm Silver. St...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen Oxford New Leather, Dated March 1967, Fritz Hansen Denmark
Located in Forest, BE
Original Oxford chair dated from march 1967 made by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. The chair was designed for the special commission of the St Catherine college...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Ole Wanscher Armchairs, Model 1755, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the mid-1940s. Both chairs retain their original production labels, indicating the...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Beech

Set Of 6 Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 6 Seven Chairs, model 3107, designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, epitomizes the elegance and functionality of...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Bernt Santesson Outdoor 'Drachmann 165' Teak Bench for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Bernt Santesson outdoor 'Drachmann 165' teak bench for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Teak

Set Of Four Series Seven Chairs In Walnut By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set consists of four "Seven" chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1980s. The chairs are made of walnut, which gives them a warm and elegant look ...
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic PK-33 Ottoman in camel leather, designed by Poul Kjærholm, produced by Fritz Hansen. Stainless steel frame is a nod to Kjærholm's affinity for industrial materials, employed a...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk20 Easy Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
PK20 is a laidback and elegant lounge chair. PK20 is built upon a flexible matt chromed spring steel frame. The original idea for the chair was to use the excess leather strips from ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The swan chair, original upholstered with steelcut trio 3 Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Lacquered Veneer
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Lacquered Veneer. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Ash

Set of Two Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chair for Fritz Hansen 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Arne Jacobsen Chair Series 7 for Fritz Hansen 1960s
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
If you've been looking for a large number of unusual dining chairs, this is it. Set of ten Heart dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner, 1952 for Fritz Han...
Category

1950s Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

AJ 3316 - 'The Egg Chair' in lambskin by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AJ 3316 - Reupholstered ‘The Egg' chair incl. footstool in lambskin (Sahara 07, Curly 17mm) with aluminium base. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Lambskin

Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen, damaged
Located in Budapest, Budapest
This beautiful Egg Chair by the renowned Arne Jacobsen has damage/missing parts where the base connects to the chair. It appears that this section was previously damaged and not prof...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 original grey Fritz Hansen butterfly chairs from 1984 Danish design
Located in Harderwijk, NL
It may well be the most famous chair in the Fritz Hansen collection, the Series 7, also known as the butterfly chair. These are original specimens from 1984 and due to their timeles...
Category

20th Century Danish Seating

Materials

Chrome

Danish Settee from Mid-1950's in Beech and Wool Fritz Hansen Model 8112
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant settee or two-seat sofa model 8112 made by Fritz Hansen sometime in the early to mid-1950s in Copenhagen, Denmark. The frame is construed similar to Fritz Hansen's armch...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1970s Vintage Fritz Hansen Model 3107 Series 7 "Ant" Dining Chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen, mfg. date 1976. In used, but good condition. Set of 4 vintage “series 7” chairs designed...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Teak

Frits Schlegel Lounge Chair
Located in Portland, OR
Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen beechwood lounge with woven sea grass seat and back. Denmark, 1940s. This classic Scandinavian design references the earlier bauhaus movement and rema...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Seagrass, Beech

Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair, rare version wood legs, 1960, by Fritz Hansen, FH4325
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Rare original Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark. For a limited period in the 1960s, a small number of Swan chairs were p...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fiberglass, Upholstery, Teak

Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Easy Chair in Steel & Canvas by Fritz Hansen Denmark, 1997
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare "PK22" easy chair in cut steel and canvas by Poul Kjaerholm produced by Fritz Hansen Denmark, 1997. In good original condition with the original sticker. We also have matching p...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' Chair in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' chair in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations. Virkelyst is a series of modern outdoor furniture with the seating comfort of indoor furniture. The simple wooden 100% FSC Certified Teak frame strikes a contrast with the thick, soft cushions. Able to withstand wind and weather, the upholstery fabrics are Oeko-Tex certified...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

A Set Of 6 Original 1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Hammer Chairs
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965 These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May 1965 Silver Fritz Hansen M...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Chair Model '6103' in Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen, 'X-chair model '6103', cane, wood, beech, Denmark, designed in 1958 This chair is for obvious reasons nicknamed the 'X-chair'. ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

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Cane, Wood, Beech

Outdoor 'Pelagus' Lounge Chair in Teak and Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Pelagus' lounge chair in teak and fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Wood, Teak

Egg, Model 3316 Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316 designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The chair is upholstered in cognac colored patinated leather and is in great condition. Arne...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Ax Chair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Neilsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen in 1947, the Ax Chair has a gently curved bent beechwood frame with armrests that offers a supremely comfortable se...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech, Teak

Fritz Hansen, Wingback Armchair Model ‘FH 8023’, Denmark C.1950
Located in Munster, NRW
Made in Denmark—birthplace of the renowned furniture maker Fritz Hansen—this striking wingback chair is a standout example of Danish Mid-Century Modernism, with a silhouette that is ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Safari Lounge Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very beautiful Safari Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen for Fritz Hansen designed in 1958 and produced in Denmark. The frame is made of ash and the seat is newly upholstered with a bl...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

Series Seven Chair Model 3107 In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen From 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
Seven Chair Model 3107 by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously reimagined with a touch of character and charm through patinated cognac leather upholstery. These iconic chairs, born from the ...
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Swan chair , Model 3320 Hazelnut anilin leather, Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
Arne Jacobsen, Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair 3320, Armchair with Return Swivel Base The Swan chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen, is crafted in our elegant Hazelnut Aniline leather with a ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

1 Arne Jacobsen Swan Settee
Located in Pasadena, TX
Originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Swan sofa by Danish design pioneer, Arne Jacobsen, has become iconic and synonymous with Danish Modern. Loveseat in o...
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Naugahyde

1 Arne Jacobsen Swan Settee
1 Arne Jacobsen Swan Settee
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Dark Brown Leather PK22 Chair by Poul Kjærholm, Denmark
Located in Dronten, NL
An icon of Scandinavian modernism, the PK22 lounge chair embodies Poul Kjærholm’s refined approach to minimalism and materiality. Designed in 1956 for E. Kold Christensen, this examp...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Swan Sofa Settee, 1960's in Real Canadian Sheepskin
Located in Culver City, CA
Take a seat, darling. No, seriously—this is the seat. Designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, this Swan Sofa is the epitome of mid-century...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

3103 Hammer Chairs, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Neuss, NW
3103 HAMMER CHAIRS from the 1960s by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. High-quality stainless steel frame with plywood seat shell in teak. The offer includes four chairs. Quality Feat...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5) Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

1970s Highback “1-2-3” Chair by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Located in Wilnis, UT
A beautiful “1-2-3” highback easy chair, a famous design by Verner Panton, manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1970. It has a round aluminum metal base and beautiful tuft...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set Of Six Series Seven Chairs In Pink By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 Seven chairs model 3107 in a pink lacquer. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Arne Jacobsen (1902–1971) was one of Denmark's most important archite...
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Original Labelled Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 "Hammer Chair" 1965
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965 These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May 19...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Plywood, Teak

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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