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Seating For Sale
Creator: Cassina
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Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrech Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design for the Utrecht armchair in 193...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Designed by Gerrit Rietveld, this chair provided an early example of...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Wood

2010s Cassina LC2 3-Seat Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LC-2 Three-Seat Sofa, initially designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. This example dates to the 2010s and was manufactured in Italy b...
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2010s Italian Modern Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century mod. 111 by Giò Ponti for Cassina set of 4 Wooden Chairs 1950s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful set of 4 chairs mod."111" by Giò Ponti, with a shaped wooden structure, with padded back and seat and covered in wisteria-colored fabric. Cassina production, Italy, 1950s. ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pianura Sofa, Mario Bellini, Cassina, 1970
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pianura Sofa, Mario Bellini, Cassina, 1970 Condition: Very Good Materials: Wood, Fabric Epoca: 1970 The Pianura Sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1970, is an iconic ex...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Harewood

Blue velvet "Maralunga" sofa by Mario Bellini, Cassina 1970
Located in Renens, CH
Two-seater "Maralunga" sofa by Italian designer Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970's. This iconic sofa is upholstered in a gorgeous midnight blue velvet which is still in good cond...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chair for Cassina, Tobacco Leather, 1978
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco brown leather, Italy, 1978, set of one. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Set of Two Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchairs by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairdesigned by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordinary archite...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Leather, Wood

Cab 414 Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
Located in Renens, CH
Two Cab 414 armchairs in cognac leather by Mario Bellini for Cassina. These very comfortable lounge chairs are built up with a tubular steel frame o...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Phillippe Starck Prive Steel And Leather Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Steel And Leather Armchair model 'Prive' designed by Phillipe Stark. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) Complex and formal in its design, the Privé collection perfectly combines style ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Leather

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched in 1965. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A light, compact chair designed and presented ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Steel

Rare love seat, model Violoncello by Piero De Martini for Cassina, Italy 1970s
Located in Catania, CT
This iconic love seat, designed by Piero De Martini and produced by Cassina in Italy during the 1970s, is in excellent vintage condition. It shows minimal signs of age and use, consi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Gianfranco Frattini Tobacco Alpaca Velvet Sesann Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
The Sesann lounge chair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. This lounge chair features a chocolate brown alpaca velvet upho...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-seater Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and coveted piece of Italian design from the 1970s. Upholstered in sumptuous black leather, the sofa embodies t...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrecht Sofa for Cassina in red, green or blue
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 1988. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Prices vary dependent on the chosen material/color.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1977, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1977, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rela...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

'Veranda' 3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Located in Almelo, NL
This multicolored and adjustable sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1980s. This smart and highly desirable Italian design features seats that are upholstered wi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Seating

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Steel

Philippe Starck 'Fenc-e-Nature' Outdoor Sofa for Cassina, Italy, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the size/model and material of the product. Outdoor Sofa designed by Philippe Starck in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Defined by Philippe Starck a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Steel

Frank Lloyd Wright “Coonley 2” Dining Chair for Cassina, 1907
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Frank Lloyd Wright “Coonley 2” dining chair for Cassina, wood and leather, Italy, 1907, set of one. "Geometrically strict, frantically indu...
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Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Seating

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Leather, Wood

Mario Bellini “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina, 1972, Set of 4
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina, patinated cognac leather, 1972, set of 4. Mario Bellini designed “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina in 1972, creating an iconic piece of industrial design. Bellini conceived this sectional couch featuring an architectural shape with smooth lines, merging creativity and innovation. Resembling monolithic stone...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather

Patricia Urquiola ''Trampoline' Outdoor Sofa, Steel, Rope and Fabric by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Outdoor sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Patricia Urquiola interprets the happiness of outdoor life with a high-impact product inspired by the little trampolines found in the gardens of homes in Greenland. Trampoline is a striking and elegant love bed...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of Two White Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchairs by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of Two Armchairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Included in UNESCO’s 2016 Cultural Heritage list, the extraordina...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Fabric, Wood

1970s Pair of Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand LC2 Petite Lounge Chairs in Orange
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of LC2 Petit Modele Lounge Chairs, originally designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier and his collaborators, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. These examples were prod...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Soriana Three Seater Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Soriana Three Seater Sofa for Cassina, Italy 1970s. Black Leather, original Cassina Label. Outstanding piece in near perfect condition, with origin...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

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Metal

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Villa Church Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched in 2012. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Armchair with structure in polished trivalent chrome plated (CR3) steel. Padded seat and backrest in polyurethane. The armrests are wider at the front and tapered towards the back. In this version of the sling chair, designed in 1928 for the Villa Church...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Leggera Mid Century Dining Chair by Gio Ponti for Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
Price for chair, 4 chairs available. Giò Ponti needs no introduction: He's been arguably the most influential personality in Italian design and architecture for almost three decades...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, 1969, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, Italy, 1969, Set of two. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Le Corbusier LC2 Sofa in Black Leather & Chrome, Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 two-seater sofa in chrome tube steel and black leather. Made in Italy by Cassina. Signed with serial number. The LC2 was designed in 1928 by Le Co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Leather Ottoman for Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
Afra and Toba Scarpa Soriana Cassina Pouf or Ottoman c1970s; Modern; Italian Original black leather in excellent condition. The ottoman can be easily moved around since it has cast...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

LC3 Armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1990s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Le Corbusier; Pierre Jeanneret; Charlotte Perriand; 1928; LC3; Armchair; France; Italy; Cassina; Bauhaus; Modernism; LC3 single armchair for Cassina. An iconic piece of modernist design, designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, his cousin and colleague Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. The chair is a symbol of timeless elegance and exceptional comfort, with a unique combination of high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Made of high-quality materials by Italian manufacturer Cassina in the 1990s, this LC3 armchair has a chrome-plated steel frame that gives it a sleek and contemporary look. The thick Italian white leather adds a touch of luxury to the design and offers superior durability, while the combination of foam and goose down in the side and seat cushions provides a comfortable seating experience. With its low seat and wide armrests, the LC3 armchair is the perfect place to relax after a long day. The chair's design is both functional and stylish, making it an ideal addition to any modern living space. In excellent condition and signed by its designers, the LC3 armchair is a collector's item that is sure to be treasured for years to come. Whether you are looking to add a touch of sophistication to your home or simply enjoy the ultimate in comfort, the LC3 single armchair by Le Corbusier for...
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1990s Italian Bauhaus Seating

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Chrome

Leather LC3 Grand Confort Sofa by Le Corbusier & C. Perriand for Cassina (1/2)
Located in Izegem, VWV
The LC3 sofa is an iconic piece of modernist design, designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. The sofa is a symbol of timel...
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Mid-20th Century Bauhaus Seating

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Chrome

Pianura Sofa Set 4 modules, Mario Bellini, Cassina, 1970
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pianura sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1970, upholstered in gray long-pile fabric, a soft and comfortable material that enhances its cozy geometric shape. The Pianura...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pianura modular sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1971
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Modular sofa and armchair set by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Solid walnut timber frame and all original velvet upholstery. Circa 1970, Italy. SOFA: W 270, D 83, H 58 CM. ARMCHAIR W ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Maralunga Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Austin, TX
Ottoman from Italy uphostered with the original Italian tan leather. This piece was designed as part of the Maralunga line by Vico Magistretti and crafted by Cassina. Originally desi...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Gianfranco Frattini Black Leather Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann two-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features black leather upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as s...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1969
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarp...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Chrome

P. Jeanneret Civil Bench, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and ad...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Cane, Wood

Vico Magistretti for Cassina Set of Eight Chairs in Red Velvet and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Cassina, set of eight dining chairs, model '122', walnut, velvet, 1967 This Italian set designed by Vico Magistretti features a remarkable sculpted back that is...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Barrel Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Arts & Crafts or Prairie style barrel chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Italy, 1986 (originally designed in 1903 for the Martin House in Buffalo) Car...
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1980s Italian Mission Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina '121' Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, dining chairs, model ‘121’, walnut, cognac leather, Italy, 1965 Pair of stunning dining chairs by the Italian designer couple Tobia and Afra Scarpa....
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Cassina Lounger LC4 by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Madrid, ES
Lounger 'LC 4' is Cassina’s quintessential chaise longue, designed in 1928, and based on an in-depth exploration of reclining chairs. Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jean...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, 1937, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of 8. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the icon...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outdoor Sofa, Metal by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Inspired by the spirit of 1950s seaside resorts, Sail Out is an outdoor modular...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Metal

Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1960, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining chairs for Cassina, green lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960, set of two. The "Carimate" chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s most famous ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Straw, Wood

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, China Red leather, Italy, 1978, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the r...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Armchairs for Cassina, 1971, set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Pianura" armchairs for Cassina, argilla velvet and wood, Italy, 1971, set of two. The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegance o...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" Lounge Chairs for Cassina, 1960, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" lounge chairs for Cassina, black-lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960, set of two. The 930 "Carimate" easy chair was created for the club house...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Straw, Wood

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Mustard Leather, 1977, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Mustard yellow leather, Italy, 1977, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Steel

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1965, set of six. Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa'...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Set of Two Charlotte Perriand 533 Doron Hotel Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1947. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The Doron Hotel armchair was designed in 1947 by Charlotte Perriand, a real...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Wood, Leather

Two "I Feltri" B/Pink Lounge Chairs by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of iconic "I Feltri" chairs by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina. Wool felt body with movable cotton upholstery.
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1980s Italian Vintage Seating

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Felt

Modular Sofa and Ottomans for Cassina
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Fully upholstered modular seating system with slab sides, tight seats, and ‘saddle bag’ style back and end cushions. Labeled Cassina under the seats on its metal frame as well as lab...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

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Metal

Set of Three Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Chair, Oak Stained Black by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of Three Stackable Chairs, model Ombra Tokyo designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. With the Ombra Tokyo chair...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

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Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Robie" Chairs for Cassina, 1986, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Frank Lloyd Wright "Robie" chairs for Cassina, black leather and cherry wood, Italy, 1986, set of two. This chair's rigorous design exemplifies Frank Lloyd Wright's design ethos. I...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Cherry

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1977, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1977, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the re...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Champagne Leather, 1969
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Champagne Leather, Italy, 1969. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Sc...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Charlotte Perriand 533 Doron Hotel Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1947. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The Doron Hotel armchair was designed in 1947 by Charlotte Perriand, a real mo...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

"Carlotta" Lounge Chairs by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Cassina, 1960s, set of 2
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of wooden chairs with green and white fabric cushions by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Carlotta model. Seat height: 43 cm. Wear due to time ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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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