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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Kipp Stewart
Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare Pair of Directional Furniture designed
Kipp Stewart, Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered and Tufted Rolling Lounge Chairs. Petrified Needlework throughout.
Measures 27" in wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Funky De Sede DS-66 Sofa with Nice Wear and Tear, 1970s
By Carl Larsson, De Sede
Located in Beerse, VAN
Designed in the 1970s by Carl Larsson, this funky De Sede DS-66 sofa with nice wear and tear is a real pleasure to sit in. It’s soft leather and soft cush...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Lounge Chair in Camel Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede lounge chair, model 'S231', patinated leather, chromed metal, Switzerland, 1960s
This lovely and stylish chair is based on a solid const...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Stunning vintage DS 31 lounge chairs in cognac leather by De Sede Team - De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
This stunning set of vintage de Sede swivel club chairs boasts a great patina on the luxurious, ultra soft cognac leather upholstery. These high-quality, Swiss-made chairs in this co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 151 Red Leather & Steel Jane Worthington Designer Chaise Lounge
By De Sede
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Iconic De Sede red leather & steel Chaise Lounge model Ds 151 made in Switzerland designed by Jane Worthington
Metal branding label to underside of ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
De Sede DS-600 Nonstop Snake Shaped Modular Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Gabo chair by de Sede. Gabo is multi-faceted. Take the cantilever chair, sleek and stylish with its classic round-tube profile, or the elegant square-tube...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern 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 s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Perla Touch Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight.
Where the St. Lawrence River Montreal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland, the famous Habitat 67...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede Brown Buffalo Leather Three Seater, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Basildon, London
Founded in 1965, the De Sede furniture company has since become best known for their quality leather designs and iconic sofa and armchairs.
Fully upholstered in soft brown buffalo l...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Clean Lined Walnut Bench or Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined midcentury walnut bench, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, American, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a coffee table or bench. Beautiful graining...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
DS-450 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-450 sofa by De Sede
Design: Thomas Althaus
Dimensions: D 54 x W 233 x H 97 cm
Materials: steel, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size.
A m...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
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 Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, crafted in the 1970s. This sofa is a sturdy and comfortable ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Four De Sede 'DS-14' Armchairs Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather Teak, 1989
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak base, designed in 1989 and manufactured between 1989 and 1997.
The chairs are in g...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
Original de Sede DS44 Zweisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Couch
By De Sede
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir einen wunderschönen DS44 Zweisitzer Sofa von de Sede zum Verkauf an. Der schweizer Traditionshersteller de Sede ist bekannt für seine außerordentlich hohe Qualität und hochwertig...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-142 Adjustable Chaise Longue in Leather Upholstery by Winfried Totzek
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The lounger is a multifunctional relaxation furniture, where the back and the armrests can be individually and continuously adjusted and brought into different positions. This unusual seating furniture thus becomes a dynamic, relaxation-promoting system for the entire muscula-ture. The extraordinarily versa-tile usability enables complete psycho-physical relaxation; by extending the sitting and lying with legs positioned high to very high, the lounger serves to prevent leg swelling and back pain. The synthesis of elegant form and function is rounded off by the masterful workmanship of high-quality leather just typical of de Sede. The DS-142 thus becomes an ideal and versatile recliner.
Who better to design a piece of seating furniture than a doctor like Dr. Winfried Totzek...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Creme Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede soft leather bean bag. The bean bag is in good condition with lovely patina, high seating comfort.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-2100/161 Armchair in Royal Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The slats on DS-2100 in finest leather adapt to individual body contours and provide - with its embracing feeling - the highest level of comfort. Available as a low-backed, visitor s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-265 Coco in Full Leather 'Touch' Cigarro
By De Sede
Located in Tilburg, NL
De Sede DS-265 Coco in Full leather 'Touch', color Cigarro. New, current production.
Price mentioned is for a chair with both the outer shell in high quality 'Touch' leather + the c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS 57 Armchair in Teak Upholstery by Franz Romero
By De Sede, Franz Romero
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Bugatti Type 57, an icon of Art Deco design, inspired Franz Romero when he designed the DS-57 armchair for De Sede. The designer not only managed t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede RH-306 3-Seat Sofa in Cafe Fabric with Wooden Feet by Robert Haussmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
RH-306 is a striking appearance that impresses with craftsman like precision and refined details. The body stands on filigree feet, while the square leather panels harmonize elegantl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede KT-221 Three-Seat Sofa in Black Upholstery by Kurt Thut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With the KT-221, De Sede launches another re-edition Classic from Swiss design - one of whose founding members was Kurt Thut. Good design, timelessness and quality are the attributes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
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 stylefull rotated infinitely by 360°. The modular seat island, presented in organic curves, impresses with its expressive spatial presence, innovative functionality and playful approach to the classic expectations of a sofa. A furnishing element that individually adapts to every floor plan and every need.
An exquisite drink in hand, following the flames of the open fireplace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Brown Buffalo Leather Armchair, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Basildon, London
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...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of De Sede 'DS-14' Armchairs Lounge Chairs, Cognac Leather Teak, 1989
By De Sede
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of De Sede 'DS-14' armchairs in a warm high quality cognac brown leather with a solid Teak base, designed in 1989 and manufactured between 1989 and 1997.
The chairs are in gre...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
DS11 Sofa from De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Sofa from De Sede in the seventies
Model DS11
5 elements covered by brown leather
Nice patina
Traces of age visible
Category
Mid-20th Century European Seating
Materials
Leather
DeSede DS-707 Corner Element Sofa in Fabric Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for Expo 67. Not far from this memorable silhouette grew up Philippe Malouin, who was inspired by these forms of brutalism through-out his life. After Malouin received the call from de Sede and initial ideas were exchanged, the designer was largely given a free hand and Malouin started his work “by making things”. Simply drawing, cutting or even folding different materials are part of the creation of the new sculpture DS-707. Philippe Malouin experimented with folding foam for the Swiss manu-facturer - the result: a modular sofa system with a traditional yet con-temporary aesthetic. Carried by the sweeping serpentines of the river, the idea for a sculpture that fuses into one form was born in the London studio near the Thames. The masterpiece DS-707 is a homage to classic de Sede designs and was created for the future.
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear, open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight. Designed in the style of brutalism, recounting the unruly origins of modern esthetics and dedicated to the sustainable use of materials, this sculpture is now also available with a corner element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Hans Eichenberger for De Sede, Model HE113 Lounge Chair, designed 1956
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans Eichenberger, Model HE113 Lounge Chair, designed 1956 and produced by De Sede, Switzerland.
Original leather button upholstered loose cushions on leather strapping around a chr...
Category
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
De Sede Daybed
By De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful De Sede daybed DS 80 in rich caramel brown leather.
Signature patchwork leather has wonderful patina and sits on a black slatted wood frame.
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage 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
De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Atom Kvadrat Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight.
Where the St. Lawrence River Montreal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland, the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, dark brown leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of four.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living ...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofa, fabric and chrome plated metal, Switzerland, design 1954.
This comfortable three-seat sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede...
Category
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
De Sede DS-800 Armchair by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ubald Klug created one of the icons for de Sede: DS 1025, better known as “Terrazza,” in which, depending on the arrangement, multiple sofas can be combined to form either a mountain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-57 Armchair with Headrest by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-57 armchair with headrest by De Sede
Dimensions: D 60 x W 90 x H 98 cm
Materials: base in solid beech in black lacquer,
SEDEX upholstery with wadding cushion.
Armrest: moulde...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS-164 Armchair 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
De Sede DS-2011 Armchair in Jade Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With its fluid, curved shapes, the DS-2011 appears powerful and dynamic where other furniture is already in a sleep mode. The visual lightness and modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa that can be and is everything but ordinary. With its exciting appearance, the sofa fills every room and surrounds people with its extraordinary, distinctive appearance. The solid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Basildon, London
The De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa embodies the perfect balance of modern minimalism and unparalleled comfort. Expertly crafted in Switzerland, this two-seater sofa features premi...
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER DE SEDE DS-11 MODULAR CORNER SOFA
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage circa 1960's fully restored cigar brown leather De Sede DS-11 Modular corner sofa
Pl...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM easy sofa by De Sede. Create new free spaces. So much, in fact, that even two people can relax next to one another. The seating depth can be increased up to 20 cm. The armrests c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-175 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-175 sofa by De Sede
Designer: Patrick Norguet
Dimensions: D 56 x W 180 x H 74
Materials: steel with matt coating (leather, fabric).
Prices may change according to the chosen m...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Cognac Leather and Chrome Sofa by Robert Haussmann for De Sede
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cognac Leather and Chrome Architectural Sofa, designed by Robert and Trix Hausmann for De Sede, Switzerland, circa 1970s. Imported to the US by Stendig and signed with Stendig label....
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-2011 Two-Seat Sofa in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With its fluid, curved shapes, the DS-2011 appears powerful and dynamic where other furniture is already in a sleep mode. The visual lightness and modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa that can be and is everything but ordinary. With its exciting appearance, the sofa fills every room and surrounds people with its extraordinary, distinctive appearance. The solid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Espresso Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates an island in the living space. Whether...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing DS-85 sofa or daybed in white (cream) leather.
This DS 85 daybed was designed and manufactured in the 1970s by De Sede in Switzerland.
This extremely comfortable sofa or l...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Armchair and Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dark chocolate brown leather armchair and ottoman set by De Sede (model DS44) epitomizes luxurious comfort and understated elegance. Crafted in Switzerland, each piece features ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
DS-1051 Office Chair by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-1051 office chair by De Sede
Dimensions: D 62 x W 82 x H 121 cm
Materials: chrome-plated, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size.
An all-rou...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Vintage Leather DS 86 Armchairs and Stool by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of vintage leather DS 86 armchairs and stool by De Sede, made in Switzerland and dating from around the 1960’s.
The quality is outstanding, only the finest quality mat...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-80 Black Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Stool, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in black leather. The pouf is in very good condition.
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
PAIR OF RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning His & Her's pair of fully restored Mid Century Modern circa 1960’s De Sede DS47 armchairs which are part of a larger...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Mid Century Modern Robert Haussmann for Hans Kaufeld De Sede RH 302 Rare Sofa
Located in West Hartford, CT
Robert Haussmann RH 302 3-seat sofa manufactured by Hans Kaufeld.
This sofa is the first early production for Hans Kaufeld and then later manufactured by De Sede.
Features elegant ch...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome, Iron
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
De Sede DS-17 Three-Seat Sofa in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ingenious upholstery emphasizes the nonchalantly charming shapes, here is sofa program! This sofa is truly a master of seating comfort. Sink comfortably and recovering in the sof...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Vintage De Sede Two-Seat Sofa, DS47, Patinated Leather
By De Sede
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Highly comfortable DS47 sofa patinated leather by De Sede. The design is simplistic, yet very modern. A tight and cubic outside with a soft and curved inside, which emphasize the com...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede British Racing Green Patchwork Leather Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Unique and decorative handmade De Sede DS-80 pouf in British racing green. The pouf is in very good condition with lovely patina, high seating comfort.
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Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds-600 "Non Stop" Snake Shaped Modular Sofa, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A fabulous De Sede leather DS 600 "Non Stop" or snake shaped sofa.
The DS 600 was designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede S...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage 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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