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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Herman Miller
EA178 Loose Pad Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Fiberglass shell with upholstered frame, loose cushion. Extremely rare and hard to find. Aluminum bass on casters swivels.
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

De Sede DS-50 Brown Leather Recliner Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
Located in Skokie, IL
De Sede DS-50 brown leather recliner lounge chair with ottoman, Switzerland, 1970s De Sede DS-50 brown leather recliner lounge chair with ottoman, Swit...
Category

20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Modular Sofa Seating, Gerogen Nelson for Herman Miller, covered in Dedar fabric
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
“design is a response to social change“ george nelson said, the director of design with office furniture manufacturer herman miller. economic growth and larger companies lead to rapi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede DS-266 Adjustable Recliner in Natural Wot Upholstery by Stefan Heiliger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geometric form and the simplest function. A seat suddenly turns into a comfortable recliner – DS-266 condenses more than 30 years of work by designer Stefan Heiliger into a highly in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Naturale cuoio leather
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Smile Adjustable Rotating Leather Armchair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Smile chair by De Sede. With its new, patented adjustment mechanism, Smile offers comfort that stands out from the rest and can be stopped at any angle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Eames for Herman Miller DSX in Blue Vinyl c 1971
Located in New York, NY
Classic Eames DSX chair in original blue vinyl upholstery, with black trim, over a blue fiberglass shell. The chair its in very good, original, clean and ready to use conditional th...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Ds231 James Bond Highback Swivel Chair and Matching Ottoman by De Sede Switzerla
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
DS231 highback swivel chair by de Sede Switzerland, 1970. This De Sede swivel lounge chair is very comfortable and shows incredible craftmanship....
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

DeSede DS11 Style Brown Leather Patchwork Ottoman for Laauser, Germany
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeSede DS11 Style leather patchwork ottoman for Lanser, Germany. Matching lounge chair (please inquire) and sectional sofa (LU922430853482) listed separat...
Category

1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs in Red Orange Vinyl - Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs in Red Orange Vinyl - Set of 4 Fabulous set of 4 early Charles and Ray Eames fo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Vintage 1940s George Nelson Side Chair for Herman Miller Model 4671
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a vintage George Nelson side chair For Herman Miller it's a Model 4671, first designed in 1948.
Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede Leather Sofa
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

Pair of Early Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs in Tan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s molded fiberglass shell chairs in thready tan, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Gleaming shells are in original condition, in a lovely tan hue with...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Charles Ray Eames Herman Miller Zenith MCM 1st Edition Rope Edge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Zenith Mid Century 1st Edition Rope Edge Chair Each chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep x 31.5 high, with a s...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of 8 Mid Century Modern Teak Dining Chairs by George Nelson - Herman Miller
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of eight Mid Century Modern dining chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller C1960. Two armchairs, 21x 21 x 29.5h x 18.5 seat height, Arms are 25h. Teak wood is in origi...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Red Leather 'Dax' Armchair by Charles & Ray Eames, 1960s
Located in Hilversum, NL
A Dax rope edge fiberglass Zenith shell chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Co. with aluminum-finished legs retaining the original red leather upholstery over a f...
Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
The swag leg chair designs by the office of George Nelson were developed in response to his desire to create a chair with a beautiful "swagged" leg (one that tapers while it curves)....
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 5 Model EA 105 Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of 5 original EA105 Chairs. These swivel chairs are designed by Charles and Ray Eames and fabricated by Herman Miller in the 70's. They have the original green "Hopsak...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Modular Sofa by Peter Ghyczy for Herman Miller, Germany, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Peter Ghyczy's exceptional 2-seater sofa from the 1970s is an incredibly rare and truly unique piece. Also referred to as the "Fehlbaum sofa". Finding this particular sofa is a rar...
Category

1970s German Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Cotton, Fiberglass

1 of 5 Original Vintage 'EA 107' Aluminium Desk Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames
Located in Zagreb, HR
One of five original Aluminium EA107 chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958. Chromed-plated aluminium base and white leather. Non-swivel. Herman Miller edition, signed. Ex...
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede Design Camel Leather Patchwork Storage Ottoman, Switzerland 1970s
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

Red leather sofa by Desede model DS700, 1990s
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

Set of 4 White Verner Panton Chais 1st Edition, Herman Miller, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Those original and rare 1st edition of the dining chair, designed by Verner Panton in 1950s where produced for the first time in the middle of 1960 in a mix of polyester with fibregl...
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fiberglass, Polyester, Lacquer

80s Postmodern Convertible Black Leather Designer Frigg De Sede 140 Sofa DeSede
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

George Nelson for Herman Miller White Swag Chair, One Chair
Located in Basel, BS
Absolutely stunning gorgeous and iconic George Nelson Herman Miller Swag chair in white. Originally c.1950s. This chair is an authentic Herman Miller stampe...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Armchair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
Swivel chair on casters in metal and fiberglass. Wear due to time and age of the chair (see photo) Adjustable seat height.
Category

1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Chair LAX on X Base
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous early Eames for Herman Miller fiberglass chair LAX (Low Armchair on X Base) having large shock mounts and flat edge shell. All origina...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of 10 Eames for Herman Miller Stacking Brown Naugahyde DSS Shell Chairs
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Sold as a group of 10. We have 20 chairs available. Contact us if you need a custom quantity. Eames stackable fiberglass shell chairs with original brown naugahyde pads. The famous Charles and Ray Eames fiberglass shell chairs are outfitted with their original brown seat pads (cushions). We’ve never found a group of naugahyde Eames chairs in such outstanding condition! That is not to say that they are perfect, but you will be hard pressed to find flaws. The seams are all intact and no rips or holes. The black fiberglass shells are perfectly sound as well. This lot is being sold as a group of ten. That is one money for ten chairs. However, we have twenty chairs in total. Contact us if you want a custom quantity. Each chair bears the Herman Miller insignia, embossed in the fiberglass beneath the seat. The chairs feature the “DSS” base which allows the chairs to conveniently stack. This Eames stacking chair...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Eames Management Chairs in Grey Fabric Upholstery c. 1980 - 1990s 4 Available
Located in New York, NY
Sharp set of 4 Eames aluminum group management chairs in gray fabric, with cast aluminum frames. The chairs are all in great, original, clean and ready to use condition, all are mark...
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

4 blue leather rope edge Dax armchairs by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Kleinburg, ON
Four blue leather classic rope edge dax armchairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. These chairs were designed in the 1950s by the legendary American couple, who experiment...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of two. 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

Midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the midcentury Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair, a timeless piece of design history. We are pleased to off...
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Midcentury De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
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

Matched Pair Space Age Modernist Lounge Chairs, Peter Protzmann/ Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual pair low slung slipper lounge chairs attributed to Peter Protzmann for Herman Miller.. Amazing original condition. Superior quality and construction. Retains its original Kno...
Category

1970s American Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

DSS-TA dining height side chair stacking base tablet arm by Ray & Charles Eames
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
a favourite from the very beginning are the so-called bachelor chairs by ray & charles eames, the correct product name is: dss-ta = dining height side chair stacking base tablet arm)...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Pkw-2 Pivoting K-Wire Wood Base Side Chair, Eames Herman Miller, Bikini, Seng
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
eames‘ chairs are so common and widespread today that you’ve actually seen them far too often. but there are some versions that are a bit more special – making them collector’s items. for example, these ray & charles eames side chairs ‚pkw-2‘, meaning a pivoting, k-wire chair on a wooden base. version 1 would be a fully covered seat, version 2 is the cut-out „bikini“ cover, where you can see the wire mesh construction. this is also known as a ‚bikini swivel wire chair‘. here we have a black and a white one. we understood they were imported from the united states as a pair to Europe – but then sold on to different customers. years ago we bought the white one as the first piece in our eames-1st-generations-collection. by chance or serendipity, we were now able to find and buy the black one also and thus reunite the pair. together they make impressive and scarce art objects to grace any collection of early midcentury design. interestingly the dowel-leg-version was discontinued after 1954: the open ball-bearing connection and the elegant thin wooden legs weren’t very practical. weight and power, when swivelling, sometimes resulted in cracks or breakage. (that’s why we wouldn’t recommend them to use as a kitchen chair, maybe.) they are functional, showing a wonderful patina and are great pieces to admire and to understand the thinking behind the design. set of 2 side chair, model pkw-2, swivel dowel-base 1 white powder coated wire-shell, cognac-coloured leather bikini...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede Ottoman
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
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1960s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-80 Caramel Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
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

Charles Ray Eames Herman Miller Zenith MCM 1st Edition Elephant Rope Chair Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Zenith Mid Century 1st Edition Elephant Gray Rope Edge Chair – Pair Each chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep ...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
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

DeSede DS-747/40 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
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
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

De Sede Ds46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
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...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

1950s Herman Miller Parchment Eiffel Fiberglass Shell Armchair Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Herman Miller Eiffel Parchment Fiberglass Chair Set of Two 31 tall x 24.75 w x 23.75 d, Seat 18 Arm rest 26 Original vintage unrestored preowned condition. Wear visible. Refer to all...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

1970s De Sede Adjustable Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa DS-110 James Bond
Located in Praha, CZ
- good condition with some signs of use - height of seat 35 cm - adjustable depth from 82 - 104 cm
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Leather Management Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair. A timeless design classic and contemporary with Innovative comfort features. One of Herman Miller most popular chairs was designed in 1958 by Charles and Ray Eames. Please note I have 5 chairs available, selling them individually (the price listed is for one chair) Specifications: Upholstered in dark chocolate brown leather. Manual seat height adjustment from 16" to 19" Swivel 360 degrees Tilt with tilt tension adjustment Lightweight polished aluminum frame and a 5-star base with chrome hood casters. Weight capacity 300 lbs. Model: EA335 Year manufactured: 2008, (50 years anniversary) Made in USA. Authentic all the chairs have the black Herman Miller...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black Leather Management Chair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern Eames aluminum group management chair. A timeless design Classic and contemporary with Innovative comfort features. One of Herman Miller most popular chairs...
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Color Wheel by Alexander Girard for Herman Miller Labeled
Located in New York, NY
Alexander Girard for Herman Miller Color Wheel. The ottoman is made from a fabric used by the creator called Kvadrat Hallingdal fabric. Legs are po...
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Original Herman Miller Fully Adjustable Classic Aeron Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
The original Herman Miller Classic Aeron Chair Fully Adjustable in great vintage condition. Measures 24 to 30" in width with swinging arms, 24" in depth and stands 42" max. height. A...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Dat-1 Swivel Desk or Office Armchair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Classic Mid-Century Modern office or desk armchair, model DAT-1 on castors and tilt swivel in off-white with molded fiberglass shell on a chrome base. Tilt s...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller Black Leather "Soft Pad" Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in the late 1950s, this pair of black leather lounge chairs is the pinnacle of the Herman Miller Aluminum Group family of seating. This pair is not ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

1970s Ray Eames Time Life Walnut Apple Core Stool Table Chess Plant Stand Rustic
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Patinated 1970s production Herman Miller stool in its original finish. 4 matching stools were acquired at the same time from a Grosse Pointe Michigan Estate. This one is often re...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Herman Miller Eames PSCC Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Light yellow fiberglass shell desk chair by Herman Miller. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames. Model PSCC, with swivel base and casters. In good workin...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Ds 50 Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by De Sede, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid-Century Modern leather armchair model DS50 with ottoman by Desede. This beautiful buffalo leather armchair is pure quality and has a ad...
Category

1970s Swiss 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...
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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

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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