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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen FH 4103 Heart Dining Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining chair model FH4103 are designed by Hans Wegner in 1953. The chairs take up as little space as possible while embodying a simplistic, natural and timeles...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner PP51/3 V Chair PP Mobler, Denmark, 1988
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 4 chairs model PP51/3 or the so called V chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by PP Mobler, Denmark 1988. Between 1952-53 Wegner desig...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Arne Jacobsen Model 7 Vintage Chairs for Fritz Hanssen, 12+ pieces
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic Series 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. These Scandinavian Modern masterpieces exude timeless elegance, making them perfect for dining or office use...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Model 3316 Egg Easy Chair Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Egg is one of the triumphs of Jacobsen’s total design, a sculptural contrast to the building’s almost exclusively vertical and horizontal surfaces. The Egg sprang from a new tech...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$22,684 / item
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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 Egg...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
$5,700
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with green Magrethe wool fabric.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
$4,786 / set
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Armchair "JH-501" in Oak & Rattan Cane, Danish Modern
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 this is one of the most iconic pieces of Danish modern furniture design. Pair of rare and early model "JH-501" made by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Original Hans Wegner CH 23 Chair
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic and beautiful, vintage Hans Wegner CH 23 chair made of teak and oak, with cord seat. Great patina and character which you cannot get with new chairs. P...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with cognac aniline leather.
Chromed base.
Model 3101 "Ant", made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
$658 / item
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black 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, Walnut
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
Classic Modernist Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. c.1968
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid Century Modern Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Chair has been expertly restored and reupholstered in Knoll Classic Boucle.. The swivel mechanism wo...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Four-Seat Sofa by Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
An extra large version of the Wegner sofa for GETAMA. The four-seat sofa is preserved with original striped wool upholstery and oak hardwood legs.
Frame is in good sturdy conditi...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
$4,900 Sale Price
30% Off
Upholstered Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sculptural, tailored and fully upholstered (and very comfortable) sofa floating on well-scaled turned oak dowel legs and retaining its original cream strie´
wool fabric.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$3,919 / item
Set of Eight Danish Vintage CH-23 Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic set of eight Danish vintage CH-23 dining chairs by for Carl Hansen. They were made in Denmark, they are early productions and date from the 1950’s.
The quali...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Aluminium and Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Aluminium and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chai...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner Two-Seat Sofa in Oak and Fabric for AP Stolen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner two-seat sofa in oak and wool upholstery, model AP20. Executed by AP Stolen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Black Leather Sofa by Hans Wegner, Model CH103, for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans Wegner in the early 1970s, this deeply comfortable sofa, in rich black leather, sits on a polished stainless steel base that carries through to the front and back of...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
2006 Hans Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn in Oak w/ Leather Seats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1956. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2006. The listed price includes on...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Lacquer
Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs in Teak Model CH-31 by Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This is a very rare set of CH31 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1956. These chairs come from a significant era in design history, combining sharp, classic lines with an o...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
$19,687 Sale Price / set
25% 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
Hans Wegner Vintage JH-501 Chair in Oak and Cane c1950s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - Model JH-501: "The Chair", 1949
This early version of Hans Wegner's most iconic design was simply known as the 'The Chair' when it was first produced or fondly as '...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chairs Early Edition Model GE225
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chairs model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Den...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Black Lacquer Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen three legged Ant chairs in Black Lacquer.
Labeled Made in Denmark - Dated 1993
Pre owned condition - Very clean - Located in Brookly...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury "China" Chair in Mahogany by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in solid mahogany and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen A/S. Made in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Oak GE-236 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century "GE-236" sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1960's. Much loved Danish four seat sofa with original sprung cushions on seat and backrest. Cozy upholstered arms too, ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
$6,746 Sale Price
25% Off
Dining Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s.
Wenge, steel, and leather.
Set of six.
Measurements:
H: 81 cm/ 31 3/4''
W: 52 cm/ 20 1/2''
D: 42 cm/ 16 1...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wenge
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
Iconic Hans J. Wegner “Wishbone” Oak Arm Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
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
Rush, Wood, Oak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Set Of Four Wishbone Chairs In Navy Blue By Hans J. Wegner For Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 4 Y-chairs, model CH24, Designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son. The chairs are painted in a navy blue color and the seat is made of the classic natural w...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat
Frame of oak. With armrests.
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
2003 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair in Purple Fabric 1x Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen of Denmark in 2003. The price listed is for one chair, though two are available. Each chair is upholstered in a purple hopsack-like upholstery, likely Tonus by Kvadrat. The foam and fabric are in excellent shape. No rips or tears are noted. The chairs were produced in 2003 and lived in a gorgeous biotech headquarters designed by Behnisch Architekten in Cambridge, MA. The architectural firm specced this chair, which is notable. These are signed and marked Fritz Hansen pieces. The fabric shows some light wear from use and some light fading (one is noticeable, not really on the other) . If you'd like us to have the chair professionally cleaned prior to shipping, we can certainly arrange that without issue.
Each chair measures 42 inches tall by 34 inches wide and 31 inches deep. The seat height is 15 inches. As noted, the price listed is for one chair. Multiple blue egg chairs...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of CH44 Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1965 by Hans J. Wegner. This pair is from the 1970s, produced by Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark.
Very good original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rope
2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid walnut frame and with a natural paper cord s...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Arne Jacobsen Model 3110 Drop
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 2014, Fritz Hansen relaunched the Drop chair with a new fresh design. Since its launch the chair has had a great success in selling; over 25.000 pieces ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
$452 / item
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP-28 Mid Century Danish Oak Mama Bear Lounge Chair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP-28 Mid Century Danish Oak Mama Bear Lounge Chair
This lounge chair measures: 28.25 wide x 31 deep x 40.75 high, with a seat height of 14 and arm height/...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Danish modern four seater sofa model AP34/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by AP Stolen, Denmark 1954. This is for the rare 4 seater version of this...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
1960s FH4104 Heart Chair by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen in Oak w/ Leather Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an FH4104 Heart Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner in 1952. This particular example was produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the 1960s. The chair's frame is made of ...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6 by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6. All in patinated oak and partially patinated wicker.
Stamped from the manufacturer Carl Hansen & Sons, designed by Hans J. Wegner.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
$17,094 / set
Early Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-23 by Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful and rare set of four Hans Wegner model CH-23 oak dining chairs produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. This set has been fully restored including new rope seats...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
GE265 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner and GETAMA, Oak 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A beautiful 2-seater sofa by Danish Hans J. Wegner from Getama Manufactor, see original stamp on photo. This compact model is rarely seen and has a clean, understated aesthetic that ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
$3,006 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Lounge Easy Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama GE 290 oak, Denmark 190
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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
Set of 7 Hans Wegner W2 Chairs for C.M. Madsen Denmark, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of 7 'W2' chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner in Denmark during the 1960s. These oak-framed chairs showcase a sleek, modern design, highlighted by beautifully sculpted backrests...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Ox Chairs, Edition AP Stolen, 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Hans J. Wegner ox chairs with tubular steel frame upholstered with light canvas fabric and leather piping’s.
Designed 1960 and made at AP Stolen, Denmark model AP46 and AP...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Heart Stacking Dining Chairs Model Fh4103 By Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Wegner in the 1950s, the FH4103 was manufactured by Fritz Hansen and sold in London by Story’s of Kensington.
Constructed from beech and teak wood, the...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Oak
$5,844 Sale Price / set
58% Off
Pair of Easy Chairs model CH-27 in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans Wegner, Slated Bench, Solid Teak, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bench designed by Hans Wegner, produced by cabinet maker Johannes Hansen. In solid teak. With makers metal plaque to underside of bench.
Wegner worked contemporary to designers ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Black, Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs in Black semi-anilin Leather: Beautifully reupholstered in soft Black r and fitted with new foam padding. These chairs feature a firm backrest and are f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' Chair in Oak & Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH24 Wishbone' chair in oak & soap for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Wood
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman, Tilt and Swivel, 2006
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen egg chair and ottoman dated 2006. Ottoman measures 21.5" wide, 15.5" deep and 16" high. Chair measures 34.5" wide, 30" deep and 41.5" high. Seat he...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" AP-29 Footstool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Footstool. Retains Brass Illums Bolighus Label.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$2,400 Sale Price
64% Off
Set of 4 Model 3107 7 Series Stacking Chair in Teak Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Basel, BS
Set of 4 Original 1980s signed rare and gorgeous classic 3107 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs in teak. Signed by Maker. Beautiful condition and wood grain throughout all.
Ve...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,380 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Upholstered Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A tailored and fully upholstered sofa floating on well-scaled turned oak dowel legs. Model AP32-S by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen in original upholstery.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wool, Oak
JH 801 - Pair of armchairs in original leather by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 801 - A pair of armchairs in original brown leather with metal frames. Designed in the 1970's by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
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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