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Seating For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Richard Schultz
De Sede DS-88 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970's
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this gorgeous and rare center piece DS88 element sofa by De Sede in Cognac Brown patchwork leather. 3 seating elements that can be used as separate pieces or as one sofa...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Cleo Adjustable Reclining Leather Easy Lounge Chair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Cleo chair by De Sede. Slim and self-assured in every setting – the Cleo easy-chair is made for relaxing. Its striking modern lines transform it into a contemporary sculpture tha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Armchair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Sesam armchair by De Sede. The ultimate in comfort. A simple adjustment - that can even be made while seated - swivels out the footrest and reclines the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Creme Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, Pouf, Ottoman, DeSede Switzerland
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-705 Sofa Kvadrat Baru by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infinite seating comfort Design and comfort go arm in arm in a very appealing way in the DS-705 by Philippe Malouin. The way the armrests are casually folded inwards creates a ve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 41 Vintage Leather Lounge Chair Blue
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede Model DS 41 leather lounge chair in dark blue leather Great comfort and a classic timeless design by De Sede. Made by 1 big leather skin.  
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Patchwork leather Sqaure storage ottoman, designed by Swiss designer De Sede. This original soft leather pie...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

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
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald 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

Richard Schultz Prototype Aluminum Stacking Chair #2
Located in New York, NY
Prototype stacking chair hand-built of aluminum by furniture designer and artist Richard Schultz as a full-size 3-D model exploring the ergonomic and sculptural qualities of a design...
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, Sectional sofa model ‘Snake’ DS-600, leather, Switzerland, 1972. An amazing design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerla...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede 5 Piece Sectional Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This De Sede five-piece sectional sofa set in softly worn brown leather offers multiple arrangement possibilities. Versatile and classic, this ensemble is perfect for accommodating v...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Fixed Leather Armchair by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-110/101 armchair by De Sede. Technical details: Standard configuration: Thread color according to the color of the body. For further versions, please inquire. If not specified...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

DS-5020 Cylindrical Leather Wide Side Table by 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-600 “Non-stop” Shaped Modular Sofa in Adjustable Elements
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

De Sede DS 76 Two-Seat Sofa Bed in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-76 was launched as early as 1972, when it was considered revolutionary, no sofa bed could manage with a simpler mechanism: in a few simple steps, the model ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Brown with Adjustable Elements
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

De Sede DS-66 Brown Leather Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
Exuding timeless sophistication, the De Sede DS-66 Brown Leather Sofa is an iconic piece from the 1970s, crafted in Switzerland to showcase unparalleled quality and design. Upholster...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-66  Brown Leather Sofa
De Sede DS-66  Brown Leather Sofa
$1,924 Sale Price
50% Off
DS 80/03 Sofa with 5 Cushions by De Sede
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Similar to the DS-80/91, the DS-80/03 is the ultimate synergy of high end leather and quality craftsmanship. First introduced over 50 years ago, the DS-80/03 is still a must have for any interior designer with a preference for leather. Born out of a small workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede has maintained a passion for over 55 years to transform the finest leather into seating furniture. Striking by design, a piece from de Sede is the epitome of functionalism and fashion. Iconic models such as the DS-600, with its snake shaped concept, and the DS-140, which introduced a rotation system that can turn a beautiful sofa into an elegant double lounge chair in two steps are celebrated as revolutionizing the furniture industry forever. Now available at MONC XIII
Category

2010s Swiss Seating

Materials

Leather

Stunning vintage Daybed DS-80 in rare black original leather by De Sede Swiss
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
De Sede DS-80 Black Leather Daybed – Rare Vintage Swiss Modern Classic (1970s) A strikingly rare version of De Sede’s iconic DS-80 daybed, this all-black edition—featuring both blac...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Robert Haussmann De Sede RH 305 Chair Black
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Robert Haussmann RH 305 armchair design of 1957 and manufactured by De Sede. Black semianiline leather and a chrome steel frame. This is a classic Swiss desig...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Armless Mid-Century Modern Patio Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover an icon of modernist outdoor design with this vintage 1966 Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Schultz, crafted for Knoll in 1966 at the request of Florence Knoll. Built to w...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Blue with Adjustable Elements
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

Fabric

De Sede DS-2011 Two-seat Sofa in Black Leather, Switzerland - circa 1980-90
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
With its fluid, curved shapes, the DS-2011 appears powerful and dynamic. The visual lightness and modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa th...
Category

1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds-602 Modular Sofa in Fabric Seat and Back Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Children imagine their own dream job at an early age and enthuse about it. The childlike way of thinking about the future with a positive lightness of touch, and many of them actuall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust DS-63 modular three-seater sofa. This De Sede sofa ensures ultimate c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Brown with Adjustable Elements
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

De Sede DS-7 Three-Seat Sofa in Snow Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A strong interpretation of the lounge idea; timeless everyday object and showpiece at the same time. The high seating comfort and the many possible uses are striking. Clear contours ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-707 Armchair 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery

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

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 & ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald 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

De Sede DS-276/03 Three-Seat Sofa in Natural Umbra Fabric by Christian Werner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Generously curved, taut surfaces in a very soft implementation are the basic ideas of Christian Werner, as he designs the image of the DS-276 slowly in front of his inner eye; what a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-142 Adjustable Chaise Longue in Leather Upholstery by Winfried Totzek
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

Desede Two-Seater Leather Sofa with Pierre Frey Mohair Cushions
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Two Seater Vintage De Sede leather sofa with Mohair cushions. WK 612 for WK Wohnen by DeSede. Materials: Original Vintage Leather F...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Seating

Materials

Leather, Mohair

DS 35 Armchair in Brown Leather by De Sede, Switzerland
Located in Barcelona, ES
DS 35 office armchair designed and produced in 1960's by De Sede, Switzerland. Upholstered in extra quality chocolate aniline leather and swivel base in chromed ...
Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

1963 Richard Schultz for Knoll Associates Model 715 Adjustable Chaise Lounge
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an uncommon steel grid Chaise Lounge, Model 715, designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll Associates in 1963. The geometrically welded-wire frame is powder coated in a matte whi...
Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

DS-1088 Sofa by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-1088 sofa by De Sede Price per module Dimensions: D 92 x W 92 x H 39 cm Materials: SEDEX upholstery covered with wadding. Compact frame made of panel materials and strapped t...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-142 Chairs in Gray Leather, A Pair, Winfried Totzek, 1980's
Located in Culver City, CA
These chairs are gorgeous! They’re not just pieces of furniture—they’re straight-up legends. Designed by none other than Winfried Totzek (yes, we’re name-dropping), these bad boys a...
Category

1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

DeSede DS 47 Leather Sofa 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
De Sede DS 47 Leather Sofa Switzerland 1970s
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

PAIR OF RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
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

De Sede DS-101 Cognac Leather Set of 2 Sofas, Lounge Chair and an Ottoman
Located in Delft, NL
De Sede DS-101 cognac leather set of 2 sofas, lounge chair and an ottoman De Sede DS- 101 set, Swiss made set of a 2 seater and a 3 seater sofa, a lounge chair and an ottoman. Gr...
Category

20th Century European Seating

Materials

Leather

DeSede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Espresso Leather & Adjustable Elements
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

Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This De Sede lounge chair and ottoman set, model S802SC, crafted in Switzerland around 1960, embodies luxurious comfort with a sleek modern design. The pieces are upholstered in rich...
Category

1960s Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Robert Haussmann RH 302 leather armchair for De Sede/Hans Kaufeld
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
One of the classics among vintage armchairs, a RH 302, in cream-colored leather in very good condition. The high-quality leather shows hardly any signs of wear, apart from a scratch ...
Category

1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

De Sede DS-257/11 Executive Armchair in Black Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sitting comfortably is the name of the game here! Designed as a Classic executive chair, the DS-257 is the perfect choice for concentrated and at the same time comfortable work, made...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Buffalo Neck Leather DS-50 Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by De Sede, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern DS-50 recliner lounge chairs with one ottoman or hocker. Design by the famous company De Sede Switzerland. Striking Swiss design from ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

DS-2011 Armchair by De Sede, dark brown leather lounge
Located in Ranst, VAN
Super comfortable armchair from De Sede, model DS-2011. This lounge chair has a steel base and is made of dark brown leather. The armchair is in very good and original condition. Di...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-50 Buffalo Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Circa 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing DS 50 lounge chair & ottoman by De Sede, 1970s, Switzerland. Features a reclining mechanism allowing you to recline the chair almost flat if you choose. Extremely comfortabl...
Category

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

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

DS-2011 Armchair by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-2011 armchair by De Sede. Dimensions: D 59 x W 114 x H 84 cm. Materials: beechwood, leather. Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size. Aesthetics and ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa Adjustable Elements
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 har...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Sofa, de Sede DS-12
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1970s. Model DS-12 by de Sede with the striking original cover made of cognac-colored buffalo leather with a beautiful patina and coarse stitching. Quality Fea...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Robert Haussmann for De Sede 'DS-P' Three-Seat Sofa in White Leather Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussmann for De Sede, 'DS-P' sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, Switzerland, 1960s The DS-P sofa designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede, is a striking example of function...
Category

1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-101 “James Bond” Leather Club Chair & Ottoman
Located in Norwalk, CT
A design icon with a connection to cinema, the De Sede DS-101 Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman is a luxurious seating option steeped in mid-century modern style. Originally crafted i...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid century Sofa bed Ds 85 from De Sede Switzerland 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Mid century brown leather sofa bed for De sede Switzerland 1960s This sofa bed was published in the 1960s by the famous Swiss publisher De Sede. De Sede is a Swiss brand of high-...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

DS-1051 Office Chair 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

De Sede Multi-Color Patchwork Leather Bean Bag, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous leather patchwork bean bag manufactured by Swiss company De Sede in the 1970s. Wonderful coloring and patina to leather. Multi-color bag with beige, creme and tan leather patchwork. Good condition to leather with some marks and staining as shown. Presents beautifully. Extremely comfortable and gorgeous to look at. Newly stuffed with foam beads. Other color De Sede bean...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Model Ds-86 Leather Lounge Chair by Desede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Era: 1960s Materials: Leather Measurements: 35.5" wide x 31" tall Condition: In excellent original condition with typi...
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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