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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
$720 / item
CH 28 - 'Sawbuck chair' in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 28 - 'Sawbuck chair' in patinated oak with reupholstered seat in 'Dunes' aniline leather (color: Camel).
Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by Carl Hansen & Sons.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
The desks are marked with a Fritz Hansen label from July 1965 and have...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Venus Chair Model GE1936 for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This fantastic shell chair with backrest and seat in walnut veneer on a base of soap treated oak is a 2015 re-issue by GETAMA of the classic chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1948. Wh...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$3,200 / item
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
Located in Culver City, CA
Available now is an absolutely stunning lounge chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, 1950's AP-19, with matching ottoman AP-29. A truly iconic chair, Hans Wegner designed in...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
$31,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Hans J. Wegner Rare model AP 43 armless Airport lounge chair in Red Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Hans J. Wegner Rare model AP 43 armless Airport lounge chair in Red Leather. This low lounge chair is made of solid oak frame with rubber upho...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
1980 Butterfly Blue Lounge Chair GE 460 Designed by Hans Wegner
Located in Weesp, NL
Looking for a unique piece of furniture that seamlessly blends style and comfort? Look no further than the GE 460 butterfly lounge chair, designed by ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner, "The Chair", model JH503, Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J. Wegner
"The Chair" also known as the "Round Chair", model JH503 in teak
seat upholstered with green leather
beautiful patina to the wood, with particularly nice joints on th...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 10 CH23 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Son in Oak and Teak
Located in Seattle, WA
The CH23 is one of the first chairs Hans J. Wegner exclusively designed for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1950. This simplistic chair actually incorporates many sophisticated details, such as...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ox Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner, Jørgensen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern Ox Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner, Jørgensen
Hans J. Wegner 'Ox-chair' model AP-46. Lounge chair and ottoman with tubular steel frame.
Hans Wegner (Danish, 1914-2007) Ox Chair, Model AP 46, Model AP 49, Erik Jørgensen, Denmark, designed 1960. Chair and ottoman each maintain the original manufacturer labels: "Erik Jørgensen Made in Denmark" Very nice condition. base with any pitting or marks. Leather, Ostrich like in appearance, the whole in almost pristine condition.
Literature
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Six T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Six T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Set of six Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs"...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH-33 Chairs in Teak
Located in Seattle, WA
Set of for Hans J. Wegner "CH33" from the early Carl Hansen & Sons production in the 1960s in teak, with plywood seating. in original condition, beautiful patina.
All stamped undern...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957
Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model was an evolution of the AP-29 Papa Bear ottoman. The rarely seen piano stool has an additional c...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The perfect New York sofa and guest bed, and one of the finest daybed designs of the era. The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA. This brillia...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Cigar Sofa by Hans J. Wegner GE 240/3
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic Scandinavian Design. This sofa is beautiful from any angle and timeless in its strikingly modern design. With a frame made from solid oak which is in fantastic original condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, tan vintage Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with full grain vintage tan aniline leather.
Legs of powder coated steel.
Model 3110 "Drop", made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set Of Six Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen, now beautifully reimagined with new upholstery in black elegance leather.
These iconic chairs, born from the ...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
$3,068 Sale Price / set
29% Off
Eight JH507 Armchairs by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of eight oak armchairs model JH507 designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Fully restored. Refinished and reupholstered in Holly Hunt fabric.
This set of chairs came d...
Category
1960s Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Ox Lounge Chair AP 46 and Ottoman AP 49 by AP Stolen, Denmark 1960s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Hans Wegner, the Ox chair AP 46 and stool AP 49 in black leather by AP-Stolen, Denmark. One of Hans Wegner’s most important chairs, this piece was created as an extension of the ideas used in the Cow Horn Chair and the Bull Horn Chair. Its Special feature is the large headrest that spreads out on each side. Combined with the wide arms, it provides sitting comfort. The Ox chair is also the essence of masculinity and was chosen for Mike Myers portrayal of Doctor Evil in Austin Powers...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Cigar" model lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, circa 1960s. They retain their original finish and have been recently teak oiled. Reup...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique freestanding sofa designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark.
Provenance:
Publisher Fergo, hence by descent in th...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Flag Halyard Chair, Model GE225 for Getama, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Flag Halyard Chair by Hans Wegner showcases his mastery of form and function. Designed in the 1950s and produced by Getama, the chair features a sculptural silhouette with a seat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Pair of 'Wishbone' Chairs in Oak Papercord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, pair of 'Wishbone' chairs, model 'CH24', oak, papercord, Denmark, design 1950, production afterwards
The Wishbone chair is one of the best know...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, a 1977 Limited Edition Walnut Armchair “China Chair”
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner:
A walnut armchair “China chairs”. The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944.
Loose seat cushion upholstered with black leather, fitted with buttons. M...
Category
1970s Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner Oak and Cane Round Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model JH501 oak dining chair with cane seat, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark. This iconic Danish modern design is best known as "The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
$6,000 / item
Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite model JH-540 valet chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Originally designed for a king, no detail is overlooked in its craftsmanship. Sculptu...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
$17,500
Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen J.H 502 Swivel Chair
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautiful original example of this super rare swivel chair by Hans J.Wegner for Johannes Hansen, designated JH502.
This amazing executive office chair model JH-502 was designed by...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair / flag halyard chair designed by Hans Wegner
Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
Metal, flagline, sheepskin, cushion
1960s
Good vintage condition, with signs of usage...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Rosewood Anniversary Shell Chair for Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner CH07 J60P Anniversary Rosewood Shell Chair. Design dates to 1963 and this limited edition model is from 2023. Brand new condition! Rosewood ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
Hans Wegner Keyhole Rocker for Getama, Denmark in Oak and Leather Circa 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Peabody, MA
An original 1960s Hans Wegner "keyhole" rocker in darkened oak, reupholstered in vermillion colored leather. Model GE 673 for Getama, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful brown leather Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen of Denmark. This example is from a wonderful Palm Springs estate and bears a Fritz Hansen l...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Vintage Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 Armchairs
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Hans J. Wegner armchairs model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted, Denmark. The armchairs are a mid century classic by one of the most famous names of the time, Hans J. Wegner (Denmar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-300/4 Sofa Getama Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-300 / 4 sofa, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960s for Getama Denmark. Legs in solid oak and original blue Kvadrat wool fabric. Needs a new upholstery/fabric. Ask for price (if int...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Early Fritz Hansen Production
Re-upholstered in tropical print cotton
some surface soiling
Marked by Maker
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery
$1,900
Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, circa 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, circa 1960s
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, flagline, sheepskin
Style: midcentury, Scandinavia
Very Rare Lounge Chair M...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair of Lounge Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE 290 oak, Denmark 190
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of Lounge Easy Chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA GE 290, made in Denmark. These chairs are in excellent condition. The oakwood frame has developed a beaut...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair AP19 for AP Stolen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
The Papa Bear Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, is one of the most iconic pieces of Danish vintage furniture. It is described as having the appearance of a bear with its hands outst...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Black Leather "Swan" Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
4 Danish chairs, in black lacquered wood and leather, model CH 24 by Hans Wegner
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Iconic Scandinavian chairs. These 1970s examples have been entirely refinished. The CH 24 chair, or "Wishbone Chair," is Hans Wegner's best-known creation....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Early Grand Prix Dining Chairs in Teak, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Denmark
Located in Vorst, BE
Four Grand Prix chairs (model no. 4130) by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark.
The design received the highest award (thus the name “Grand Prix”) at the Triennale in Milan in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Plywood, Beech
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa 1960's. The teak frames feature modern styling with a distinct beautiful design, scu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Model JH051 by Hans Wegner, Set of 8
Located in Studio City, CA
The Chair by Hans Wegner, Model JH051 (Set of 8). Teak and perfectly aged leather. Measures 25"W x 18"D x 27"H x 17"SH x 27"AH
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
$73,200 / set
Hans Wegner Armchairs JH-505 Produced by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 cowhorn armchairs model JH-505 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3).
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
Pair of Hans J. Wegner 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood and Black Leath
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather.
Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Egg Chair in Walnut Leather & Silver Grey Base by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is a masterpiece of Danish design.
Jacobsen found the perfect shape for the chair by experimenting with wire and plaster in his garage.
Today, the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Teak Side Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner CH-33 teak side chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Designer
Hans J. Wegner.
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Trans...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Seating
Materials
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...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Wegner "China Chair" for Fritz Hansen in Cherry and Leather
Located in Seattle, WA
At the Cabinetmakers' Guild's Autumn Exhibition in 1943, Wegner presented his first version of a chair inspired by an old Chinese chair, which he had...
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
$4,197 Sale Price / item
29% Off
Danish Modern CH-23 Leather Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Danish modern leather dining chairs designed by the iconic designer Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark, circa 1950s. These famous chairs, also known as CH-23, ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
$6,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans Wegner GE-258 Daybed, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 258 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$4,459 / item
PP Møbler Circle Chair by Hans Wegner in Tannic Tint Black, New Original
Located in Miami, FL
The idea of making a chair based on the most simple and elegant shape of all, the circle, remained a distant dream until Danish icon Hans J. Wegner eventually completed the design at...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rope, Wood
Hans Wegner Armchairs Model JH-525 by Cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare armchairs model JH-525 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark. Matching set of 4 more chairs available.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Classic Hans Wegner Danish "J16" Rocking Chair for FDB Mobler
Located in Peabody, MA
Hans Wegner “J16” rocker in beech with corded seat for FDB Mobler, Denmark. Created in 1944, this has been one of Wegner’s most widely recognized designs. Marked with a production da...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Set of 6 'CH24' wishbone dining chairs by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six 'CH24' dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark. The chairs have an oak frame with natural varnish and a papercord seating.
Dimensions:
W: 55 cm
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Model 3300-4 Fritz Hansen Denmark 1957, In White Boucle
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have a truly exceptional vintage Airport Sofa, designed by the acclaimed Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen and produce...
Category
1950s Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Modern Oversized Teak Rocking Chair by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Modern oversized teak rocking chair / rocker by Hans Wegner for Tarm Stole, circa 1970s This chair is even more impressive in person....
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
$1,980 Sale Price
20% Off
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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