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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Marcel Breuer
'S32' Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer and Gavina
Located in London, England
Height: 78cm Width: 46cm Depth: 56cm Seat Height: 46cm Designer: Marcel Breuer Manufacturer: Gavina, Italy Date: 1970s Materials: Beech, steel, cane Description: Manufactured for Gavina and made from chromed metal, wood, rattan. Manufacturing label present. Restored by Golborne 44...
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1970s European Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede "DS-31" 3-seater Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede "DS-31" 3-seater Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland 1970s This is a De Sede "DS-31" 3-seater sofa made in Switzerland in the 1970s. The sofa has a deep seat and...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-84 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS84 Sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's - Where Luxury Meets Comfort Also available with 3 seat sofa and coffee table. ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

1970s Cesca B64 Armchair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Thonet 12+ Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 'Cesca' armchair, model B64, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. These particular examples were seemingly manufactured by Knoll in the 1970s. Some may have been p...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass, Steel

De Sede DS-84 Three seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS84 three seat sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's – Where Luxury Meets Comfort Also available with 2 seat sofa and cof...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Tanned Cognac Marcel Breuer Cesca Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Bold and modern, iconic set of four Marcel Breuer's revolutionary Cesca (B32) dining armchairs. The simple design combines an Industrial Age aesthetic of tubular steel inspired by a ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Italian modern Black leather steel Armchair Wassily B3 by Breuer Gavina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black leather and steel Armchair Wassily or B3 by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1980s Iconic and vintage armchair mod. Wassily or B3, with chromed tubular steel structure ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Post Modern De Sede Gray Leather Loveseat 2 Seat Curved Sofa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury post modern De Sede gray leather loveseat 2 seat curved back sofa. Very unique half moon shaped designer loveseat with very high end ...
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1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

1980s de Sede DS140 Adjustable Sofa by Reto Frigg in White Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a DS140 adjustable sofa designed by Reto Frigg and produced by de Sede in Switzerland circa mid 1980s. The sofa has a unique rotating seat system, allowing it to become a double chaise lounge...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede DS-84 3 and 2 seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare model: Introducing the De Sede DS84 three and two seat sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's – Where Luxury Meets Comfort Also available with coffee table. Designer: De Sede design team Manufacturer: De Sede Model: DS-84 three seat sofa Design period: 1970’s Date of manufacturing: circa 1970 Size WDH in cm: 3 seat sofa: 185x87x80 seat height 39 cm. 2 seat sofa: 142x87x80 seat height 39 cm. coffee table: 136x76x41 cm. Material: Buffalo leather Condition: Good / Normal signs of age and use / Coffee table has a repared crack in the marble top and cat scratches...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

2018 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armchair in Blue & Black Fabric, Model 50A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Cesca armchair, model 50A, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The listed price includes one 50A chair, and we have several available for individual purchase. The...
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2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Nickel, Steel

De Sede DS-84 Living room set in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare model: Introducing the De Sede DS84 three and two seat sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's – Where Luxury Meets Comfort Designer: De Sede design team Manufacturer: De Sede Model: DS-84 three seat sofa Design period: 1970’s Date of manufacturing: circa 1970 Size WDH in cm: 3 seat sofa: 185x87x80 seat height 39 cm. 2 seat sofa: 142x87x80 seat height 39 cm. coffee table: 136x76x41 cm. Material: Buffalo leather Condition: Good / Normal signs of age and use / Coffee table has a repared crack in the marble top and cat scratches...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

DS600 Modular Non Stop Sofa by Ueli Berger for De Sede. Set of 22 Pieces
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The DS-600, affectionately known as the "Non Stop" sofa, is a design masterpiece that emerged in 1972 through the collaborative efforts of Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz U...
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20th Century Swiss Seating

Materials

Suede

DS600 Modular Non Stop Sofa by Ueli Berger for De Sede. Set of 20 Pieces
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The DS-600, affectionately known as the "Non Stop" sofa, is a design masterpiece that emerged in 1972 through the collaborative efforts of Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz U...
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20th Century Swiss Seating

Materials

Suede

Pair of 4 Marcel Breuer B64 Design Cesca Chairs by Gavina, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 4 Chairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured in Italy around 1960 by Gavina manufacturer. Metal pipe frame, wood seat and back structure and rattan. In good...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-2878 Boxing Glove Sofa Set
Located in PEGO, ES
DS-2878 Boxing Set including the lounge chair and DS-2878/60 punching Bag by de Sede Design Team Spectacular Boxing Chaise Lounge from the manufacturer De Sede, a 7.1 scale boxing glove handmade by artisans, re-edition of the one originally released in 1978, set with sofa + punching bag and complete with certificate of authenticity whether for boxing fans, the young at heart...
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2010s Swiss Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa, Switzerland - circa 1980
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Beautiful DS-2011 sofa in black slightly patinated leather. Manufacturer: De Sede Country: Switzerland Model: DS2011 Color: Black Material: Leather Size in cm. WxDxH: 190x80x80 Seat...
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Gavina Wassily Chair B3 Vintage Leather White by Marcel Breuer 1 of 2
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This old Vintage Wassily chair Model B3, in chromed tubular steel and white leather, was designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by Gavina. It's an early edition before 68. It has som...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Upholstery in Yellow Leather
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
Wassily chair by Marcel Breuer dating back to Gavina’s production, recently restored with new leather upholstery. Following their meeting in New York in 1962, Dino Gavina started th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Brown Leather De Sede Ds-76 Modular Sofa Daybed, Switzerland 1970
Located in DE MEERN, NL
When it comes to iconic Mid-Century design, the DE SEDE DS76 2-Seater Sofa stands as a true masterpiece. Crafted by the renowned DE SEDE design team in 1972, this sofa effortlessly blends form and function. Not only does it exude the classic charm of Mid-Century style, but it also boasts a revolutionary design that transforms it into a comfortable bed. With its dimensions of 185 cm in width, 96 cm in depth, and 70 cm in height (seat height at 38 cm), this sofa is the epitome of sophistication and versatility. Read on to discover why the DE SEDE DS76 is the perfect addition to your home and get styling advice to make the most of this remarkable piece. Timeless Elegance: The DE SEDE DS76 sofa...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

1970s Set of Eight Marcel Breuer Model B5 Side Dining Chairs in Tan Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of 8 Model B5 side chairs, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1926. This particular set dates to the 1970s. The listed price includes the set of eight. Their simpl...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede vintage model DS-2878 boxing glove chaise longue designed in 1978.
Located in Skokie, IL
De Sede vintage model DS-2878 boxing glove chaise longue designed in 1978. The chair features soft black leather cover with the typical folds at the edges, and a striking lacing at t...
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

De Sede Terrazza Sofa Cognac Leather Ubald Klug Ueli Berger 1972 Mid Century
Located in Munster, NRW
2x De Sede Terrazza sofas, model DS 1025 in cognac leather. Designed in 1972 by Ubald Klug & Ueli Berger for De Sede, Switzerland. Sophisticated design sofa elements form the perfec...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

1980s Marcel Breuer for Tecta Gray Suede F40 Settee / Sofa Made in Germany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptional and very rare F40 settee / sofa, designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by renowned bauhaus manufacturer Tecta. Tecta has been bringing to life earl...
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1980s German Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Suede, Foam

Black Dining Chair "Cesca" B32 by Marcel Breuer for Fasem, Italy, 1970
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Black dining chair "Cesca" B32 by Marcel Breuer for Fasem, Italy, 1970s Introducing the iconic "Cesca" B32 dining chair by Marcel Breuer, expertly crafted by Italian brand Fasem in the 1970s. This Classic chair has remained a favorite among interior designers and design enthusiasts alike, thanks to its timeless elegance and unparalleled comfort. Marcel Breuer, the renowned Bauhaus designer, revolutionized the world of furniture design with his innovative use of materials and avant-garde approach. The Cesca...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Olive Canvas Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer, Signed
Located in London, England
The Wassily Chair, also known as the Model B3 chair, is a famous and iconic piece of modern furniture design. It was designed by Marcel Breuer in 192...
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1930s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede DS-255 Armchair with Headrest in Snow Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The chair is the modern furnishing object that has occupied designers the most. No other piece of furniture has been so carefully tested, studied and closely examined for its composi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-47 Armchair in Brown Leather Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-47 is available as a two- and three-seat sofa, and as an armchair and stool; 5-mm-thick neck leather recognizable in characteristic fat wrinkles lend it an unmistakable expression...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

1970s De Sede Ds47 Leather Sofa
Located in Turners Falls, MA
De Sede DS47 Black Leather Sofa. Sofa has an extendable seat for more sitting depth. De Sede is known for its high quality 5mm thick Buffalo Leather. Made in Switzerland.
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20th Century Swiss Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Marcel Breuer B32 Cesca Dining Room Chairs for Gavina Knoll, 1963, Set of 4
Located in Vicenza, IT
Beautiful set of 4 original B32 “Cesca” dining chairs produced by Gavina in 1963. They are all signed with the original paper mark. Cesca chairs were originally designed in 1928 by F...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome, Iron

"Wassily" Club Chairs B3 Designed by Marcel Breuer Set of Two Chrome & Leather
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Wassily Club Chair by Marcel Breuer designed in 1925 - 26 for Knoll also known as the Model B3 chair. Breuer designed this chair while he was the head of the cabinet-making workshop ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern ins...
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2010s American Bauhaus Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede Design Dark Green Leather Patchwork Storage Ottoman, Switzerland 1970s
Located in leucate, FR
Dark green 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 ...
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1970s Swiss Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair B-35 by Marcel Breuer ICF Germany
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and iconic design by Marcel Breuer from the Bauhaus period of the late twenties. Cantilevered chrome arms with maple armrests which wrap around the wicker body in a continuous motion. This particular B-35 model is from c1970 and made in West Germany by ICF of New York. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, one arm rest has a loss of finish, very minor which we will to...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Original Black Leather Pair of Gavina B33 Chairs by Marcel Breuer with Corset
Located in Houston, TX
Original Gavina B33 chairs. The "B33" chair is one of Marcel Breuer's most famous designs. This sleek tubular chrome chair is a classic. Designed in 1927, th...
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1950s Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

B3 Wassily Armchair by Marcel Breuer Edition Gavina Italy, circa 1960
Located in BYRON BAY, NSW
This iconic model was made by Marcel Breuer in 1925 during the period of time when he was the director of the Bauhaus carpentry workshop in Dessau in Germany. For his creation, he w...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede Leather Armchair
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...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six, Italy, the 1970s production. Seat height 18
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Poltrona moderna Wassily in pelle e acciaio di Marcel Breuer per Knoll, 1970 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Wassily or B3 model leather armchair, with chromed tubular steel structure. The back, the armrests and seat are in banded entirely in brown leather, with visible stitching. Disegnata...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede Dark Brown Buffalo Leather 2-Seater "DS-47" Model Sofa 1970 Switzerland
Located in The Hague, NL
Two-seater extendable dark brown/black heavy Buffalo leather sofa designed and manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland 1970's period. DS47- model. These heavy quality sofas are made of...
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1970s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Wassily Armchairs by Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
Armchair, Italian, produced by Gavina. This B3 armchair by Marcel Breuer features a bent chromed steel tubular construction and black stained...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Marcel Breuer b34 Chair 1930s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer B34 chair was made in Czechoslovakia in 1930 for Bata Snofmaner store.
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Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Formica

De Sede Design Black Leather Patchwork Storage Ottoman, Switzerland 1970s
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...
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1970s Swiss Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

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...
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede DS-2011 Vintage Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s
Located in Hilversum, NL
De Sede DS-2011 vintage two-seat sofa, 1970s.
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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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...
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1990s Post-Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather

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 ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

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...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather, Wood

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...
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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

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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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

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Leather

Ds 11 Modular Sofa in Brown Patchwork Leather by De Sede Team for De Sede Swiss
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 & ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern ins...
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2010s American Bauhaus Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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...
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1970s Swiss Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

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...
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1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather

Tubular steel stool B 56 by Marcel Breuer variant from SAB
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Manufactured by SAB Prague, Czechoslovakia in the 1930s under catalogue number 554. Rare collectors piece in original condition. Visible wear on the chrome, fabric in good condition,...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Seating

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Steel, Chrome

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...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century 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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