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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Herman Miller
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stools in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottomans or stools, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Folding chair model JH 512 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
Located in Stockholm, SE
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Set of 'W2' Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 6 model W2 - Dining chairs in patinated oak and seat in new cane. Hans J. Wegner / C. M Madsen. (We may have more in stock if you are seeking a larger set).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Herman Miller Eames 2011 Executive Aluminum Group Desk Chair 3x Available Ivory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of (sold separately) Eames Herman Miller aluminum group executive high back desk chairs with ivory/creme leather (off-w...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
EA124 Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, USA 1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A wonderful lounge chair, model EA 124, designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller in the USA around 1960.
This eye-catching chair is a highly recognizable ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Eames Aluminium Group Management Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration up to 18 aluminum group chairs in black leather designed by Eames for Herman Miller. All in very good original condition showing minimal wear. With manual tilt...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Expertly Restored - Vintage Charles & Ray Eames LCM Chair for Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner, these CH23 chairs features refined styling and masterful craftsmanship and are immediately recognizable with their curved seat backs and "+" shaped oak inlays.
In good vintage condition with the original paper cord (two chairs need some light seat restoration and cleaning. Please see photos). All chairs...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak, Papercord
Pair Of GE290 Armchairs In Bouclé By Hans Wegner For Getama, Denmark, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of GE290 armchairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1950s. Solid oak frame with original sprung cushions newly upholstered in a bouclé fabric to add to the comfort of the design....
Category
1950s Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner 1949
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen,
Denmark, 1949.
Teak and cane.
Early model with the caned backrest.
Stamped.
H: 76 cm
W: 63 cm
D: 50 cm
Arm height: 68.5 cm
Seat height: 44 cm
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for creating some of the most iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The son of a cobbler, Wegner brought Danish design to the international stage through his deep understanding and enjoyment of wood as well as an eye for beautiful and ergonomic design that had hitherto existed.
Wegner is seen as the most influential designer within the Danish movement and his early innate ability with wood matured into the gift of an unprecedented amount of over 500 beautiful and functional gifts to the pantheon of design. Hans J Wegner brought Danish furniture to a world stage through his simple, elegant and ergonomic chairs. His CH24 models still litter the offices of design and architectural practices globally and his earliest pieces have become rare design milestones in museums and galleries. Hans J Wegner is certainly one of the most important designers of the 20th Century.
Wegner’s first renowned chair came though his work with the Chairmen of the Danish Cabinetmaker’s Guild; Johannes Hansen. Through their intellectual relationship Wegner was able to design a chair he christened “the round one” in 1949 and would go on to be called the defining name; “the chair”. This elegant, restrained, yet organic chair was a pivotal design for Wegner and signalled the beginning of his own unique reign over seat furniture worldwide. This chair also illustrated the point at which the wider world took proper notice of Scandinavian design with it triggering the first American editorial spotlight on Danish Design. The influence and fame of this design can again be recognised in the fact that it was chosen as the seating for the 1960 American Presidential Election debates and shipped from Denmark especially for the occasion. Thus giving the “no.501” its occasional name: “the Kennedy...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge.
Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details.
Light linen fabric cushion with ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Cream Leather Office Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height cream leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufact...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Black Leather Office Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller 8 Available
Located in Detroit, MI
These Aluminum Group Management height office chairs designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller are from the Eames Aluminum Group Collection. These distinctive chairs resulted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner FH4103 Chairs ( Up To Ten Available)
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Having gorgeous original patina with splendid craftsmanship while utilizing a space saving design. U...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH31 Oak & Rattan
Located in St-Brais, JU
A very rare set of the model CH32 dining chair designed by Hans J. Wegner made for Carl Hansen & Sons in the 1950s. Solid oak with beautiful grain and rattan cane on the seats and b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Side Chair by Verner Panton for Herman Miller - Felhbaum, 1971
Located in Barcelona, ES
Side chair designed by Verner Panton in 1967 for Herman Miller - Fehlbaum production, Germany. This one is stamped in 1971 in black glossy thermoplastic.
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Plastic
Black Leather Sofa by Hans Wegner, Model CH103, for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans Wegner in the early 1970s, this deeply comfortable sofa, in rich black leather, sits on a polished stainless steel base that carries through to the front and back of...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 3 Hans Wegner GE-290 Easychairs 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 easychairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. Original cushions and fabric in different colors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Black 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 po...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner Danish Teak Dining Chairs CH 33 for Carl Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Hans Wegner sculpted CH33 dining chairs designed in 1957, for Carl Hansen & Son, made between 1957-1967. The chairs feature a dramatic curved backrest, new leather seats, and is cons...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Conference chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1942 for Plan Møbler, Denmark. These distinguished pieces, born from Wegner's creative genius, were originally designed for the Aarhus...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Eames "Billy Wilder" ES106 Chaise Longue for Herman Miller
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
A handsome example of the Billy Wilder chaise lounge by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. In softpad and high-quality black leather on a eggplant color base. Six cushions conn...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Dark Gray Leather Office Chair Aluminum Group Soft Pad
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management Height gray leather office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactur...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Brown 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 po...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dazzling mid-century set of four padded swivel chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The fiberglass shells are upholstered in a rare g...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
pair of “Sawbuck” CH 29 chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
The iconic "Sawbuck" chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark in 1952. It is known for its comfortable design, and defined by its A-shaped frame, visible...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman, masterfully crafted by Hans Wagner, embody mid-century modern charm and ergonomic excellence. This iconic duo has undergone a professional transfor...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
GE-236/3 Sofa in Teak by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-236 / 3 sofa in solid teak, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955. Manufactured by Getama in 1960s. Original cushions in creme / green stripes wool fabric,
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Danish production, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Palermo, PA
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Danish production, 1960s.
Dimensions: H= 95 cm; W= 75 cm; D= 89 cm; H seat= 42 cm.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
15 Charles and Ray Eames Aluminum Group Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles and Ray Eames aluminum group side chair, EA330 office conference chair in dark olive green upholstery, five-star base, adjust t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Hans Wegner CH 30 Dining Chairs Set of 4
Located in Minneapolis, MN
The CH 30 teak and beech dining chair designed by Danish architect Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søns. A beautiful design with exposed joinery in oak. Attractive and comfortable.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Valet Chair for Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model JH-540 Valet chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
This gorgeous piece of mid century design is as functional as it as beautiful. The seat folds up to create a rack fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Dining Chairs in Orange
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the Mid-Century Charles Eames by Herman Miller Orange Fibreglass Shell Chair, a timeless piece of design history. Each chair carries its own unique character, showcasing ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century White Leather Office Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
The Aluminum Group Management office chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller is from the Eames Aluminum Group Collection. These distinctive chairs resulted from the E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Up to 30 Eames for Herman Miller High Back Leather Chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Sold individual. 30 available !
Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group chairs in premium plush black leather with high-backs. We have many sets that had been used as dining chairs w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Set of 8 Original Hans Wegner Oak CH23 Chairs by Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the authentic mid-century modern Danish furniture that has become the envy of the design world with this exquisite set of original Hans Wegner CH-23 oak & rattan dining ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak, Hardwood, Wood, Rattan
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in dark green 'Dunes' aniline leather (colour: Racing Green).
ABOUT THE ITEM: This is an original ‘Papa Bear Chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of 8 “the Chair” by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of 8 “The Chair” by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler
Additional information:
The PP503 Chair, designed by Hans Wegner, is identified as one o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
CH20 Elbow Chair in Oak White Oil Finish with Thor 325 Tan Leather Seat
Located in Burlington, NJ
Hans J. Wegner designed the stackable Elbow Chair in 1956. After crafting two prototypes, he set the production-intensive chair design aside in his archives, where it remained for ne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner AP19 Stool
Located in Greensboro, NC
Iconic Hans Wegner foot stool produced by A.P. Stolen, Denmark 1959, distributed by Povl Dinesen Denmark
Stool is in original condition, with t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Hans Wegner Model GE-290 Easy Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful early pair of GE-290 'Easy Chairs' by the prominent Danish designer Hans J. Wegner for Getama. These chairs have a beautiful patina commensurate with their age on both the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
CH20 Elbow Chair in Oak Oil Finish with Thor 325 Tan Leather Seat *QUICKSHIP*
Located in Burlington, NJ
Hans J. Wegner designed the stackable Elbow Chair in 1956. After crafting two prototypes, he set the production-intensive chair design aside in his archives, where it remained for ne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Marshmallow Sofa by George Nelson Associates
Located in 성동구, KR
The icon of post-war design, the Marshmallow sofa epitomizes an optimistic and heroic moment in American history. Designed by Irving Harper and George Nelson in 1954-56, the sofa bre...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP 27 Lounge & AP 29 Footstool
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An icon like it’s mate the Papa Bear chair. This AP 27 lounge is upholstered in a white textured textile (not original) with large teak armrests that reach out to the sky. We have the matching AP 29...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Early Daybed GE-258 by Hans Wegner for Getama 1954
Located in Handewitt, DE
Daybed GE-258 in teak by Hans J. Wegner for Getama 1954.. Early production with round legs, fixed matress and original blue/green wool fabric.
Note: The mattress is now soft. We wou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Early Wegner Wishbone CH-24 Dining Chairs for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six model CH-24 dining chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son. These iconic dining chairs combine seasoned elegance with fine craft. Robust oak wood frame h...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Sofa Daybed Model GE7 in Teak and Cane 1960's for Getama
Located in Chicago, IL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, Daybed model GE 7
Denmark, circa 1965.
Teak, painted wood, upholstery, caning.
This really cool convertible daybed / sofa, designed by...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1970, the GE 525 dining chair offers a beautifully rounded design sculpted in wood. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1955, the 240 lounge chair features unparalleled craftsmanship and ergonomics. Sculpted “cigar” shaped arms show off the natural beauty of wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
2006 Herman Miller by Ray and Charles Eames Sofa Compact Blue Fabric Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact designed by Ray and Charles Eames. The sofa compact was designed to be as eff...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
CH23 Chair in Oak Soap Finish with Natural Papercord *Quickship*
Located in Burlington, NJ
First introduced in 1950, the CH23 dining chair features clean, organic contours and refined styling, demonstrating young Hans J. Wegner’s unique design approach and insightful craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Papa Bear Chair, a classic design by Hans Wagner, showcases timeless elegance with its iconic mid-century modern silhouette. This particular piece has been meticulously reupholst...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
CH20 Elbow Chair in Oak Black Finish with Loke 7150 Black Leather Seat
Located in Burlington, NJ
Hans J. Wegner designed the stackable Elbow Chair in 1956. After crafting two prototypes, he set the production-intensive chair design aside in his archives, where it remained for ne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Mark Goetz Three Seat Sofa for Herman Miller Sage Green
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This sofa color muted sage green/tan upholstery with a vertical texture and lighter wood shell that sits on (4) solid Aluminum legs. This unique 'Goetz Sofa' by Mark Goetz for Herman...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller MCM Brown Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Eames for Herman Miller Mid Century Brown Padded Fiberglass Swivel Office Chair
This office chair measures: 25.5 wide x 24 deep x 32.75 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm heig...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
CH24 Wishbone Chair in Beech Wood with Soft Seaweed Finish and Natural Papercord
Located in Burlington, NJ
To celebrate more than 70 years of collaboration between Carl Hansen & Søn and Hans J. Wegner, designer Ilse Crawford reinterprets the CH24 Wishbone Chair in a palette of nine soft y...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood with black patinated leather seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
2008 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair in Tan Naugahyde
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price listed is for each chair) Herman Miller Eames aluminum group management desk chair in tan naugahyde, the fav...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
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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