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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Dunbar
De Sede Mint Green Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning mint green leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful light patina. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vintage condition with sof...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bleached Mahogany & Cane Swivel Vanity Stool c. 1950
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful and elegant as ever mid century vanity stool designed by Edward Wormely and produced by Dunbar in the 1950s. The caning is ori...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Mahogany, Mohair, Upholstery

De Sede Brown Patchwork Leather Beanbag, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous honey brown leather patchwork beanbag manufactured by Swiss company De Sede in the 1970s. Wonderful warm coloring and patina to leather. Some very light scuffs give the bag ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Navy Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning navy blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful light patina. Gorgeous accent piece....
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Navy Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous navy blue leather patchwork bean bag manufactured by Swiss company De Sede in the 1970s. Wonderful deep coloring and patina to leather. Some very light scuffs give the bag some life and personality. Good condition to leather which remains supple and soft. Presents beautifully. Extremely comfortable and gorgeous to look at. Newly stuffed with foam beads. Additional De Sede bean...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century De Sede Ds 76 Modular Sofa Bed, 2-piece Brown Leather Modules, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage De Sede 2-piece modular sofa bed, model 'DS-76', leather, fabric, foam, wooden frame, Switzerland 1970s. Important: The item offered for sale...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood

De Sede Oxblood Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous oxblood leather patchwork beanbag manufactured by Swiss company De Sede in the 1970s. Wonderful warm coloring and patina to leather with amazing veining to the leather dye. ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Swiss Design Vintage De Sede DS-80 Daybed, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
De Sede Daybed model DS-80 in beautifully patinated leather, featuring one pillow. The leather is a patchwork design made from soft, black pigmented aniline leather, which typically...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather 2-Seater Sofa
Located in Toronto, CA
Skillfully crafted in the 1970s by De Sede Switzerland - which originally began as a saddler’s workshop - this sturdy and comfortable sofa is made with 5mm thick NECK leather, giving...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

1960's Swiss DeSede DS-15 Modular Leather Sofa
Located in Bern, CH
De Sede DS-15 Modular leather sofa, consisting of four identical elements in a rare olive green leather which can be arranges in any varied positions for greater flxibility. Produced...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede-63 Two-Seater Buffalo Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in San Antonio, TX
De Sede-63 two-seater buffalo leather, Switzerland, 1970s, there is wear on the leather. Dimensions: "Their specialists ensure that all the leather processed is of the best quality...
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1970s Swiss Brutalist Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Swiss Modern Patchwork Leather Storage Ottomans/ Stools by De Sede, 1960
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Finely Crafted Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans / Poufs / Stools / Benches by De Sede, Switzerland circa 1960. This matched pair is round / circular and features De Sede's i...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather by the Swiss ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600, leather, felt, Switzerland, 1972. A design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland. This De Sede modular ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

vintage De Sede DS 85 Sofa daybed in brown leather
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Very hard to find a vintage De Sede brown leather sofa in this mint condition. The colour is still vibrant and the is minor patina. This sof...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Robert Haussmann for De Sede Pair of Armchairs in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussmann for De Sede, pair of armchairs, model 'RH-304', leather and steel, Switzerland, ca. 1950. This cantilevered pair of tufted chairs...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Edward Wormley Janus Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
The Edward Wormley 5701 chair for Dunbar's Janus Collection is a true masterpiece of mid-century modern design. This stunning chair is upholstered in a Holly Hunt's Great Plains heav...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

DS-50 Camel Buffalo Neck Leather Lounge Chair & Footstool by De Sede, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
De Sede DS 50 leather comfortable reclining armchair and foot-stool, pouf, Switzerland 1970s. Built to incredibly high standards by de Sede craftsman in Switzerland, this original DS...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Brown Buffalo Leather Armchair, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Founded in 1965, the De Sede furniture company has since become best known for their quality leather designs and iconic sofa and armchairs. Fully up...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley Yellow Lounge Chair for Dunbar, Reupholstery Needed
Located in Berlin, DE
Edward Wormley Lounge Chair for Dunbar that also can be used as is but we recomend a new dress for this very comfy chair. Please ask for quotes. *This piece is curated by Original B...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century White Tufted Janus Slipper Chairs
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of Janus boucle slipper chairs by Edward Wormely for Dunbar Furniture. A lovely pair of white slipper chairs with a classic mid cen...
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Mid-20th Century Seating

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Custom Settee
Located in Denton, TX
This assemblage of three chairs into a settee with bentwood arms was custom ordered by Stephens Financial for their office in Michigan. New upholstery may be desired.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Ash, Rosewood

De Sede ‘DS-22’ Modular Sofa in Caramel Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, ‘DS-22’ Modular sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1980s This high quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1980s contains three corner element and three regular element...
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair Armless Janus Chairs by Edward Wormley. Rare orangeJack Lenor Larsen Fabric
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare, all original, pair of armless lounge / slipper chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Both chairs retain the original orange mod swirling fabric in shades of orange des...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

De Sede DS600 non stop sofa Switzerland 1972
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Probably the most legendary sofa ever designed, the DS600 by Ueli Berger & Eleonore Peduzzi Riva and manufactured by De Sede, Switerland 1972. The DS600, also known as the Tatzelwurm...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
DS47 two-seater sofa, a masterpiece crafted by De Sede in Switzerland in 1970. Immerse yourself in luxury with its high-quality brown buffalo leather, showcasing the renowned craftsm...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 “Non- Stop” Sofa (16 segments)
Located in Renens, CH
De Sede DS-600 “Non-Stop” or “Tatzelworm” modular sofa model in red leather. This large modular sofa consists of 16 pieces, and was designed by Ueli Berger and Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva...
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Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Robert & Trix Haussmann RH-301 De Sede Lounge Chair Pair black & white leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Robert & Trix Hausmann RH-301 for DeSede Lounge Chairs. The chairs are in excellent condition and have been newly upholstered in leather.
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, The Party Sofa, Model 5407, for Reupholstery.
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Party sofa, Model 5407, United States, 1950. Crafted with a solid wood frame and inner spring seats, this sofa is upholstered ...
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1650s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Seating

Materials

Velvet

De Sede Non Stop Sofa DS-600, Stendig, 1970s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The De Sede DS-600 was designed by Ueli Berger, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, and Heinz Ulrich in 1972. Reportedly, it was named after a mythical alpine creature....
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and unusual set of six dining chairs with a cane wrapped barrel back and an upholstered seat atop four slender legs.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
One of Edward Wormley's most famous and elegant chairs. A timeless masterpiece. The Captain Chair. We have fully restored to highlight the beautiful polished brass, cane back, curve...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Robert Haussmann for Stendig RH-304 De Sede Chairs Set of 8
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A unique set of (8) RH-304 Suede/ Leather chairs. designed by Robert Haussmann and manufactured by Stendig De Sede. This set was made circa 1960. these chairs are upholstered in Ligh...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

De Sede Sofa DS 600 Snake Ueli Berger & Riva 1972 Brown Leather 12 Elements
Located in Munster, NRW
De Sede DS 600. Design by Ueli bergere, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, Klaus Vogt, 1972. Modulable endless high class leather sofa. 12 elements in brown leather. Good vintage ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

Dunbar Tete a Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Dunbar Tete a Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960. Newly reupholstered in a beautiful cut velvet. Tete a Tete is also on casters. Measures 91" long, 2...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet

De Sede Terraza Sofas by Ubald Klug, a pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Tagged c. 1970s Switzerland, imported by Stendig. This "DS-1025" retains its’ original suede, making it ideal for a collector. It is exceedingly comfortable, and the modular design a...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Suede

Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century thick Buffalo neck leather sofas by Desede consisting of 4 elements. 2 elements form a two seater sofa and two other elements are armchairs. Desede stands for pure qua...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The DS-47 sofa takes us back to the beginning of De Sede, where 'they say' a skin was thrown over a lump of hay, that is how the sofa was invented.. Each DS-47 piece exudes character...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair Edward Wormley for Dunbar Lounge Chairs Rare Form
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location. Pair Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. First shown in the 1939 catalog n...
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1950s Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Oversized Chair & Ottoman Brass legs Red Mohair
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An extra wide cuddle sofa chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Featuring brass legs and new foam and red mohair. The red mohair is accentuated wi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather by Ueli Berger.
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather by Ueli Berger, Switzerland 1972. The De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa is a mid-century modern sofa made in Swi...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

Choco Brown Leather Patchwork Pouf with Storage Space from De Sede, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede pouf from 1960s.  
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

1950s "La Gondola" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Belgian Linen and Goatskin
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1950s La Gondola Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This sofa with a solid mahogany bracket back, exaggerated curved arms, and floating open back is a true masterwork. The...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Goatskin, Linen, Mahogany

De Sede Pink Rose Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pink rose leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vintage condition. Wear app...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede ‘Cosmos’ sectional sofa, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
De Sede DS-28 Cosmos sectional sofa, 1970s. Voluminous organic design consisting of 7 modular elements. The elements are upholstered in a thick and strong mud green-brown leather whi...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Tufted Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, pair
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s Pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Beautiful details on this design with curving front frame and deep and dimensional hardwood frames. Both are signed wi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Silk, Mahogany

Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of De Sede DS-101 leather lounge chairs in excellent condition. These armchairs have extendable seats for extra comfort. Marked with "Zani Italia" so probably produced under license from De Sede. The De Sede...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa 40 Elements in Full-grain Nappa Leather
Located in Tilburg, NL
De Sede DS 600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa with 40 Elements in High Quality Full-grain Nappa Leather, Zwitserland. New, current production. The De Sede DS 600 alias 'Tatzelwurm' or 'Sna...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

DS-60 Armchair by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-60 armchair by De Sede Designer: Gordon Guillaumier Dimensions: D 54 x W 74 x H 76 cm Materials: Metal frame. Seat with belted suspension Fixed upholstery and armrest in leather S...
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2010s Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede Cognac Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classy and chic cognac leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of browns. Gorgeous accent piece. Go...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant light-coloured tan leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of tan. Gorgeous accent piece. G...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Executive Chair Circa 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
Leather executive swivel desk chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

De Sede Navy Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely navy blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina. Gorgeous accent piece. G...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Multicolored Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous multicolored leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina of varying degrees of red, green, brown, tan, blue an...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Dunbar Mid Century Lattice Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Countryside, IL
Dunbar Mid Century Lattice Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 20 wide x 20.5 deep x 43.5 high, with an approximat...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated black leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vintage condition. Wear ap...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Slate Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely slate blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina. Gorgeous accent piece. ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

large cubic PATCHWORK real Leather pouf ottoman by DE SEDE, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: leather pouf ottoman Producer: DE SEDE Origin: Switzerland Material: real leather Decade: 1970s Description: This original midcentury leather pouf...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

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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