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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Dunbar
De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Naturale cuoio leather
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Feet up and just unwind – our DS-80 relocates sleep to the daytime hours, the time when we are supposed to be active and getting things done. Its subtle appearance reminds us to take a relaxing break from our hectic everyday lives once in a while – and that’s certainly nothing to be ashamed of.
The modest dimensions of the daybed are a benefit here, as they gently force you to spend some time on your own. Part of the basic furnishings of any upscale interior in the 1920s, the flat daybed has been enjoying a Renaissance for several years now.
Our daybed caused a stir more than 30 years ago, with its elaborate patchwork processing and freely placeable back cushions. This timeless Classic has now been gently updated. It is available both as a daybed and as a small lounge sofa, too.
The daybed doubles as a lounge sofa The daybed DS-80 has established itself as a timeless Classic by De Sede ever since it was launched in 1969: to this day, the model is a paradigm of highclass leather manufacture and
popular all-over the world.
To be honest, we’re not quite sure which we like better: the newly produced models or the 50-year-old sculptures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede Team for De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
De Sede ‘DS-11’ Modular Patchwork sofa in beige leather.
Still 100% original.
This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains one regular elements & ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Leather Armchair
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s chestnut leather armchair with vertical striation detailing, by iconic Swiss leather manufacturer De Sede. Comfortable and capacious with a sleek midcentury silhouette.
Switz...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Cognac Leather Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
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 American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. These clean-lined chairs elevate comfortable lounging to new...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Mohair, Wood
De Sede Design Black Leather Patchwork Storage Ottoman, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in leucate, FR
Black patchwork leather storage ottomans with open top by Swiss designer De Sede.
Original soft leather with beautiful patina.
Good condition.
1970s.
Many colors and sizes avail...
Category
1970s Swiss Space Age Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chairs in Grey Alpaca Velvet, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Stunning pair of swivel chairs that encapsulate the essence of mid-century modern design: the exquisite creations of renowned designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. Meticul...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
De Sede Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
De Sede patchwork leather ottoman in varying shades / patina of green
Priced individually
Multiple colors available.
*Sage ottoman with storage, not in stock
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
80s Postmodern Convertible Black Leather Designer Frigg De Sede 140 Sofa DeSede
By De Sede
Located in Basel, BS
Very beautiful original 1980s De Sede Designer original by Rito Frigg in solid black-- black frame, black patinated leather. This sofa is extremely versatile and it converts into various configurations, to your desires!
From the De Sede Website:
"Market launch of DS-140 by Reto Frigg: thanks to its new rotating seat system, the sofa can be converted into an elegant double lounge...
Category
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
1990s De Sede Ds 151 by Jane Worthington Swivel Chaise
Located in Waxahachie, TX
De Sede.
Jane Worthington.
A DS 151 Recliner manufactered by De Sede in Sweden.
As the chair is a reproduction of the human form the ergonomic aspects are a pur...
Category
1990s Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather
De Sede Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury well-patinated chestnut leather sofa with stitched vertical striation detailing, by the iconic Swiss design firm de Sede. Classic for ...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Dunbar Jack Larsen Gray Velvet Cut Down Floating Plinth Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
De Sede Design Camel Leather Patchwork Storage Ottoman, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in leucate, FR
Camel patchwork leather storage ottomans with open top by Swiss designer De Sede.
Original soft leather with beautiful patina.
Good condition.
1970s.
Many colors and sizes avail...
Category
1970s Swiss Space Age Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Midcentury De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(2) Sections midcentury De Sede DS46 sofa loveseat Cognac buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970. Very High quality thick Buffalo Leather. Very low...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wing Back Chair and Ottoman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautifully redone and reupholstered wing back chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in the late 1950’s. I have included a couple of before photos of the construction. The le...
Category
1950s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Red leather sofa by Desede model DS700, 1990s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rare DS700 sofa by deSede.
Beautiful red leather upholstery.
As always deSede uses top quality leather.
The sofa has a nice curved shape, is very comfortable and has a chesterfie...
Category
1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Leather and Walnut Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this handsome pair of armchairs features solid walnut frames whose curvaceous armrests contrast well with the strong lines of the legs. The sea...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
DeSede DS-747/40 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Once upon a time, there was a master saddler with his mind set on taking bulky, thick leather and using his perfect craftsmanship to make it comfortable and cozy. For genera-tions, the legacy of what Ernst Lüthy created when he established de Sede in the 1960s has been reflected in DS-747: form follows function. Be it sitting, sleeping, dining or relaxing – thanks to its essence of excellence, this all-rounder offers optimum functionality: with a few easy flicks of the wrist, the armrests can be tilted independently of each other and the soft seating surfaces enlarged. The exposed back lends DS-747 its lightness as a small sculpture with a high function – a sofa created to sit not on but in.
A marvel in three dimensions, DS-747 is perfectly suited for small spaces or city apartments. If visitors spontaneously decide to stay longer, this elegant yet compact sofa offers an outstand-ing place to sleep – the armrests can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to enlarge the seating surface, while the deliberately exposed back offers a glimpse into the functions of DS-747. The multifunctional sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede Ds46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional sofa-Living room set in Patinated Cognac Brown Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
This twelve-piece De Sede DS 46 sectional sofa-living room set is a one-of-a...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede DS-80 Caramel Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in caramel brown. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely patina.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
Looking for a statement piece that combines luxury and history? Look no further tha...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chairs – Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar for Dunbar Mid Century Lounge Chairs – Pair
Each chair measures: 27.5 wide x 28 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair clearanc...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Sculptural 1970s Dunbar Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sultry pair of Dunbar sculptural chairs freshly transported from the 1970s now in ivory bouclé. Created by Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar, these are the perfect chairs for the buyer wh...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Edward Wormley Bench by Dunbar, Model 5429
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edward Wormley design bench for Dunbar, Model 5429. Classic design by Wormley in brass square frame on capped feet. Newer Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery that presents very well, ready ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley, Slipper Chair, Aluminum, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminium and white bouclé fabric slipper chair designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, 1950s.
17" seat height
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 2 De Sede Ds-31 Swivel Lounge Chairs in Light Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede, pair of lounge chairs model ''DS-31'', leather, chrome-plated metal, Switzerland, 1970s
A comfortable sitting experience is guaranteed by means of the deep seat and curve...
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-164 Right Sofa Bed in Off White Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise longue in a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
RH-305 Bauhaus Dining Tufted Armchair Leather, Stainless Steel Legs by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair with armrests RH-305/01 by De Sede. A chair that has lost none of its elegance and style since it was created in the 1950s, an icon. The re-edition remains a Classic, but has b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-5020 Cylindrical Leather Wide Side Table by De Sede
By Simon Busse, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wide side table DS-5020/62 by de Sede. Available in two different heights, this elegant table construction presents itself in a cylindrical shape, enca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Juna Sofa by De Sede. Luxurious lightness. Juna is quite clearly a clever symbiosis between elegant form and functionality. The sofa has slender legs that support a seat with two...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede International Steel Tube Armchair by Hans Eichenberger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
HE-113/01 armchair by De Sede.
Technical details:
Upholstery: SEDEX upholstery with wadding cushion. Strap cover in core leather black.
Frame: Chrome-plated steel tube frame. Bl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional sofa-Living room set in Patinated Cognac Brown Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
This De Sede DS 46 sectional sofa-living room set is a one-of-a-kind piece, c...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Dunbar Wingback Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of Dunbar Wingback Model 6016 lounge chairs in sculpted mahogany and woven cane designed by Edward Wormley. An updated take on the classic wingback design, delivering an ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Wood
De Sede DS-164 Three-Seat Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise longue in a single movement, while the backrest can be s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
1970s De Sede Adjustable Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa DS-110 James Bond
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good condition with some signs of use
- height of seat 35 cm
- adjustable depth from 82 - 104 cm
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Channel Back Sofa by Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
An early channel back sofa with brass legs and covered in blue fabric by Edward Wormley. Model #4757 designed in 1947. The fabric is tired and should...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar Mid Century Leather Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar Mid Century Leather Sofa
This sofa measures: 76 wide x 35 deep x 25.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of Eigth John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
An extremely rare seating group of eight Petal chairs model no. 7814 designed by New York interior designer and architect John Saladino for Dunbar. The fu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet
De Sede 'DS-47 'Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, DS-47 two-seat sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1960s.
Highly comfortable DS47 sofa in a patinated cognac leather by De Sede. The design is simplistic, yet very modern. This d...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar Mid Century Leather Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar Mid Century Leather Sofa
This sofa measures: 76 wide x 35 deep x 25.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large collection of patchwork leather ottomans by Swiss designer De Sede.
Original soft leather with beautiful patina and age.
Multiple colors, sizes and shapes available - inqui...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large collection of patchwork leather ottomans by Swiss designer De Sede. Original soft leather with beautiful patina and age. Multiple colors, sizes and shapes available - inquire f...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage Design Armchair by Desede, 1970 Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Time to relax!
This sturdy leather club chair from De Sede is made for relaxing. Period: 1970s. Country of origin: Switzerland.
A fantastic relax armchair in brown leather with a b...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-2011 Bauhaus Leather Armchair by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair DS-2011/01 by De Sede. Aesthetics and functionality in a harmonious combination. An impressive design with a solid steel construction and light upholstery. Casual cushions and visible seams complete the harmonious look.
Details:
Standard configuration: Runners black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Long John Bench
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Long John bench
This bench measures: 83.75 wide x 19 deep x 12 inches high, with a seat height of 12 inches
All pieces of furniture can be...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain's "Y" Chair, ca. 1955
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Captain's "Y" chair, ca. 1955. Professionally restored walnut frame with new back caning and new upholstered seat with super soft and luxurious ivory wool f...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape. Each element recalls a terrace-like, stepped slope with different widths and depths. A valley or a mountain can appear depending on how the individual modules are assembled. The "Terrazza" was recreated thanks to the De Sede manufacturer and its ability to transform high-quality leather into seating furniture. This multi-layered upholstered relief invites people to sit or lie down, combining durability and comfort with a unique design.
After training at the Art and Design College in Zurich, Ulbald Klug (1932) gained further experience in architectural practices in Zurich and Helsinki. Paris has been his sphere of activity since 1966, when he founded his architecture and interior design bureau. Klug proved himself successful at finding solutions to different challenges and developed non-conformist solutions - from furniture design, to concepts for urban installations, to architectural prototypes...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
DS14 De Sede 20th Century Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
Hand-made in Switzerland by renowned furniture manufacturers De Sede, this Modernist leather sofa is simultaneously sophisticated and playful. The armrests double over themselves in ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Elegant Leather Office Chairs 10 Available
Located in Hudson, NY
10 available
Absolutely stunning butter soft leather Roger Sprunger for Dunbar office chairs on smooth gliding casters.
All original chairs are in very good condition - ready to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinitel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
RH-305 Bauhaus Dining Tufted Armchair Leather, Stainless Steel Legs by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair with armrests RH-305/01 by De Sede. A chair that has lost none of its elegance and style since it was created in the 1950s, an icon. The re-edition remains a Classic, but has b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar
Located in Highland, IN
n our opinion, this Ed Wormely design for Dunbar is one of the most spectacular sofas ever made. Modern, classic, and timeless... this form transcends styles, genres and eras. Nine f...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape. Each element recalls a terrace-like, stepped slope with different widths and depths. A valley or a mountain can appear depending on how the individual modules are assembled. The "Terrazza" was recreated thanks to the De Sede manufacturer and its ability to transform high-quality leather into seating furniture. This multi-layered upholstered relief invites people to sit or lie down, combining durability and comfort with a unique design.
After training at the Art and Design College in Zurich, Ulbald Klug (1932) gained further experience in architectural practices in Zurich and Helsinki. Paris has been his sphere of activity since 1966, when he founded his architecture and interior design bureau. Klug proved himself successful at finding solutions to different challenges and developed non-conformist solutions - from furniture design, to concepts for urban installations, to architectural prototypes...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
1970s De Sede Adjustable Black Leather Armchair DS-110 James Bond, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good/very good condition
- heigh of seat 37 cm
- adjustable depth from 82 - 108 cm
- adjustable heigh 67 - 69 cm
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Stunning Modernist Lounge Chair & Ott Oman by Roger Springer for Dunbar
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Modernist Lounge Chair & Ottoman designed by Roger Springer for Dunbar,, Classic style and design,, As fresh today as when it was designed 70 years ago,, Newly upholstered,,...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Black Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest In the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
1980s De Sede Exclusive Brown Leather Sofa, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- slight smell of tobacco
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Leather Beanbag Longue Chair
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-9087/60 beanbag chair by De Sede. Styrofoam ball filling.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss 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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