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Seating For Sale
Creator: Artifort
Creator: Herman A. Sperlich
1st Edition 'Tulip' Dining Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1965
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Very rare and complete 1st edition dinner set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands – 1965.
This is a rare and complete 1st edition set.
The chairs swivel. The table top has been professionally refinished in the same colour. The fabric is still original but shows a lot of staining. The legs have some normal signs of age and us.
This set is extremely rare and could feature in a Paulin / Artifort museum or dedicated art show.
Reupholstery on request.
Designer: Pierre Paulin (France)
Manufacturer: ARTIFORT (Netherlands)
Country: Netherlands
Model: Tulip table and chairs...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-Seat Sofa Steel and Grey Upholstery
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-seat sofa steel and fabric, The Netherlands, 1960s
The "Bijenkorf" sofa, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 1960s, i...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Globe Chair by Pierre Paulin in Brown Leather for Artifort
Located in Barcelona, ES
Globe chair model F422 designed by Pierre Paulin in 1959 for dutch company Artifort. Rare version upholstered in original chocolate brown leather with swivel steel base and very comf...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Oyster Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s in Kvadrat Upholstery
Located in Vorst, BE
Vintage Oyster armchair model 157 from the 1960s.
Completely new upholstery (new foam and Kvadrat fabric). Very comfortable and in very nice conditi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Model F580 Groovy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1966
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely and very comfortable Artifort Groovy Chair (or "M" Chairs), model F580.
This model is designed by Pierre Paulin in 1966.
This particular chairs is the very first edition ...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chair by Artifort
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Artifort Pierre Paulin ribbon chairs model 582 with contoured tubular steel shape. Space age form with curling sides and molded comfortable upholstered loop chair floating on...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Two-Seat Sofa Steel and Grey Upholstery
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Bijenkorf Three-seat sofa steel and fabric The Netherlands 1960s
The "Bijenkorf" sofa, designed by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort in the 1960s, is...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Big Tulip Chair Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A set with 2 very comfortable and original Big Tulip lounge chairs.
These chairs are designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965.
This low version without head rest is a rare...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Desk Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute desk- or armchair.
This extremely rare chair is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in the 60's.
The nicely shaped seat with the soft cushion makes the chair very comfortable.
It has been restored by a Pierre Paulin specialist with new fabric and new foam.
Upholstered with the high quality and soft Pierre Frey bouclé fabric.
This lovely pivoting chair...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Model F572 Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning creation of the French designer Pierre Paulin.
He designed this model (F572) for Artifort in 1967 and it is produced for just a few years.
This magnificent set is upho...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Forrest Green Leather "F141" lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort 1978
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the Forrest Green Leather Swivel Lounge Chair Model F141 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort Netherlands 1978
Step into a world of sophisticatio...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Customizable Arris Sofa by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Modern, soft and welcoming, with wonderful seating comfort, Arris is an elegant sofa programme with inviting loose back cushions.
Perched high on its beautifully cast aluminum le...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Textile
Customizable Arris Sectional Sofa by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Modern, soft and welcoming, with wonderful seating comfort, Arris is an elegant sofa programme with inviting loose back cushions.
Perched high on its beautifully cast aluminum le...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Textile
Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Four Seat Bench for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Leather Bench for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s
This midcentury four-seat bench, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in the 1960s, would be a great addition to any office or waiting area. The modular seating system is made with cast aluminium leg frames and base plates that can be mounted on a steel beam set diagonally. This bench is in excellent condition with minor wear and tear that is consistent with its age and use. There are three black leather chairs with padded seats, totaling approximately 232 cm in length, 82 cm in height, and a seat height of 46 cm. The leather is in good used condition, and the legs and mounting clamps under the seats are made of sturdy aluminum, while the black supporting beam is made of thick steel. These chairs have a rich history, having been previously used for decades at a German airport and later in the waiting area of a Düsseldorf doctor's office. They are ideal for representative medical practices, law firms, or as lounge furniture in the commercial or private sector. Choosing used midcentury Furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1st Edition Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin Artifort New Upholstery, 1965
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Early 1st edition production ‘Oyster’ F157 lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort – 1965.
The early metal bases were made of brushed stainless steel. The new modern ones are m...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair Pierre Paulin Ribbon Chairs for Artifort
Located in Dallas, TX
Original pair of ribbon chairs model 582, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. A striking, space-age form with curving planes. Incredible swoo...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Suite of 8 Artifort “Hello There” Dining Outdoor Chairs in Aluminium
By Artifort
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is one of the most handsome, fun suites of outdoor/dining chairs you could hope to find.
This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being a most spectacular, striking and beautifully-preserved 8-piece suite of 1980’s aluminium-alloy “Hello There” Chairs...
Category
2010s Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 2 Model F444 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 2 model "F444" Chairs.
This model is designed by the famous French designer Pierre Paulin (1927-2009).
It is manufactured by Artifort, Holland 1960s.
This origi...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Pierre Paulin, Ribbon Chair, Fabric, Wood, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A lacquered wood and graphic printed fabric Ribbon Chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s.
Originally sourced from Turner Limited, 305 East ...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very rare set of 3 armchairs and bench designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort made from leather and oak with block turned legs and arms.
In 1936 Ruth joined Wagemans and Van Tuinen, first as a furniture maker and then, from 1939, as head of the design and development department. Ruth was the first permanent designer at Artifort furniture.
1940s - Netherlands
The chairs are beautiful made with quality oak and nice patinated but comfortable leather seats...
Category
1940s Dutch Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mushroom Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and cosy Artifort Mushroom chair, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 60s.
These particular chairs are fabricated in the 80s
Covered with very exclusive Dedar Ital...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric
Pierre Paulin, ABCD Sofa, Red Velvet, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A red velvet ABCD sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s.
Originally sourced from Turner Limited, 305 East 63rd street, New York.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet
Pierre Paulin F 780 "Concorde" Vintage Chair for Artifort
Located in San Diego, CA
The Concorde or F780 is an iconic easy lounge chair designed by French designer Pierre Paulin for furniture manufacturer Artifort. This iconic chair is named after the French Concord...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands
Located in Almelo, NL
Geoffrey Harcourt Patinated Cognac Leather Swivel Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s
Patinated cognac leather Artifort F141 Swivel lounge chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt mid-...
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Pierre Paulin, ABCD Sofa, Purple Velvet, Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A purple velvet ABCD sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s.
Originally sourced from Turner Limited, 305 East 63rd street, New York.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet
Midcentury Big Globe Armchair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and turnable Big Globe Lounge Chair with Ottoman.
The Globe Chair is designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1959, this particular set is fabricated in the 1970s....
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Midcentury 2-Seat Model 442 Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Pierre Paulin "442" Sofa for Artifort, designed in the 1960s.
This lovely sofa is fabricated in the 1980s
The combination of steel and the upholstery give this sofa the...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Rare "Eared" Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Bengt Ruda
Located in Utrecht, NL
This cosy midcentury lounge chair by Bengt Ruda is an exceptional find, as this “eared” version is one of the designer’s rarest designs. The combination of the Swedish designer’s IDE...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of iconic early Pierre Paulin "groovy" chairs, reupholstered in a Maharam woven fabric, with new foam.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Sofas in Black Upholstery
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, sofas model 'C683', fabric, coated steel, The Netherlands, design 1968
A classic midcentury sofa designed by Indo...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort orange slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60s.
This is an original set with chromed legs, they are produced in the 80s.
...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Lounge chair "F545" "BIG TULIP" by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1980s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
SKAI LEATHER LOUNGE CHAIR "F545" BIG TULIP BY PIERRE PAULIN FOR ARTIFORT, NETHERLANDS 1980S
Introducing the SKAI Leather Lounge Chair "F545" Big Tulip, a...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white, vintage Mid-Century Modern Dutch living room set of a two seater Congo, small sofa and a pair of lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth and produced by Artifort, in good condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood, Upholstery, Bouclé
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort, sofa model '442/3', fabric upholstery, chromed steel, The Netherlands, 1962
This modest sofa is based on a solid construction featuring clear lines and g...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Blue Artifort F588 chair, by Geoffrey D. Harcourt, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Blue Artifort F588 chair, by Geoffrey D. Harcourt, 1960s
The chair, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt (English) for Artifort, has a chic look due to th...
Category
20th Century Dutch Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century F518 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Extremely comfortable Artifort F518 lounge chair.
Designed by the famous English designer Geoffrey Harcourt in the 70's.
Very solid wooden frame with ...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Big Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original Big Tulip lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965. This model remains one of the best known of the Pierre Paulin's work. The chair ...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Lounge Chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chair C610 by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, Netherlands, 1969
The rich, coffee brown leather is still in good condition with no significant blemishes, a beautiful patina,...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa Design by Norm Architects
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Desk or Office Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice and comfortable desk or office chair designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1970s.
These swivel chairs are made with the best materials, they have ...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Artifort Theo Ruth 'Gentleman's' Cocktail Chair, Netherlands 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort Cocktail Chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early 1950s. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "Oyster" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S.
Introducing the Oyster lounge chair by Pierre Paulin...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa Design by Norm Architects
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Mid Century "Big" Mushroom Armchair and Pouf by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Comfort at the utmost!
This very rare Big Mushroom set is designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60's.
Covered with lovely and ...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
Rocking Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable Rocking Chair, manufactured by Artifort and designed by Geoffrey Harcourt in the 60's.
This particular chair is manufactured in 2022.
The fabric and the foam ...
Category
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Artifort Mare Leather Sofa by René Holten in Stock
By Artifort, Rene Holten
Located in New York, NY
Mare sectional 121.6"x32.7"
upholstered in Ohmann #1614 Cool Gray
polished stainless steel legs:
2x FC 112 End unit right facing 138 cm
(54.3") w
2x FC 105 Intermediate element ...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Leather
Pierre Paulin F598 Groovy Armchair for Artifort in Deep Purple Leather, 1972
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
F598 ‘Groovy’ 'M' lounge chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in purple leather.
The price is per chair.
We have more chairs available.
Designer: Pierre Paulin (France)
Manufact...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Model "Onda" Set by De Pas D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice rounded and curved "Onda" set of one 3-seat sofa and one fauteuil.
The set is designed by De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi and fabricated by Zanotta, Italy, 1985.
The expressive curves of the sofa is emphasized by the vibrant color of the green leather.
The structured and bend tubular chrome makes the piece look nice in a freestanding place.
Because of the soft leather, it is comfortable to sit in.
The original green leather is in good used condition with some normal traces of use (see the pictures).
Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi are three Milanese designers, born in the 1930s. Around 1960, they started working together. With their designs, they wanted to bring forward a new Italian design, contrasting with the international style...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail 'Lady' Chair, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The chair is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white Alcantara upholstery in very good condition....
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Mushroom Armchair and Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mushroom set, designed by Pierre Paulin and fabricated by Artifort in the 60’s.
This very comfortable and cosy set is just covered with beaut...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric
Orange Slice Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Artifort Orange Slice chair by Pierre Paulin, designed in the 60's.
This is an original set with chromed legs, they are...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1970s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "OYSTER" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S.
Introducing the Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair with the original leather is designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, 1963. The tubular frame is thin and geometric. The beautif...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white alcantara uphols...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Customizable Artifort Aloa Chair Designed by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Lightness redefined. Aloa is a simple and elegant family of chairs and bar stools with an upholstered seat and back, supported by a graphic metal frame. Highly comfortable, Aloa fits...
Category
2010s Dutch Seating
Materials
Textile
‘Ben’ Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Hilversum, NL
In the late 1960s and early 1970s French designer Pierre Paulin created several sculptural masterpieces for Dutch manufacturer Artifort. We are happy to offer this beautiful Artifort “Ben...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Ribbon Chair F582 by Pierre Paulin & Jack Lenor Larsen fabrics for Artifort
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The most wanted Ribbon Chair with the Jack Lenor Larsen fabrics.
Maybe the best condition which still exist.
The bright colours are very concise and the fabrics is in very good condi...
Category
1970s German Space Age Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
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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