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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Jaime Tresserra
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench with Upholstered Seat - Lacquered Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, the GE 1936 shell bench has become an icon of modern design. Crafted in bent ply with a solid oak frame, the chair is hand bui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Wool
1960s Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Mid-Century Modern PP550 ‘Peacock’ chair designed by Hans Wegner in 1947 for Johannes Hansen.
Modeled after a traditional American Windsor chair, Hans Wegner’s Peacock chair strips the form to reveal its construction while retaining aesthetic, decorative impact. The chair reveals a modernist approach to designing around the human body and using natural materials, with one exception. The “rush” seat is actually made of paper cord: when the chair was first designed in 1947, shortages caused by World War II prevented Wegner from using jute. Fellow designer Finn Juhl gave the nickname of ‘Peacock,’ seeing the chair’s flattened spindles and magnificent arc resembling the bird’s plumage.
Dimensions:
41 3/4 in. H × 27 1/2 in. W × 20 1/2 in. D
Seat: 22 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. x 12 in. at back
Floor to top of seat: 14 in.
Top of seat to arm rest: 10 1/8 in.
Seat to top head rest: 31 3/4 in.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Shallow chip on top of chair back measuring 1/2 inch long. Chair back’s sixth and seventh spindle from right slightly loose. Lamination along top of chair back slightly worn.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with black pure aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Rocking Chair Model J16 in Painted Beech with Woven Paper Cord Seat
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Wonderful model J16 rocking chair by the Scandinavian Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler, designed in 1944. This original black version has its completely genuine and vintage look. This wond...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290A is one of the architect’s Classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Oak and Leather Armchair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak armchair having an exposed frame with a gently curved seat and back wrapped in leather.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with vintage Yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
2021 CH56 Bar Stool by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Walnut & Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH56 Bar Stool designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The stool is made with a solid walnut frame and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s Classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 'CH24' wishbone dining chairs by Hans J Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six 'CH24' dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Denmark. The chairs have an oak frame with natural varnish and a papercord seating.
Dimensions:
W: 55 cm
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion
wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &Son.
Good condition , some light scratches
The CH07 Shell...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner GE-501 Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1967 by Hans Wegner, the 501A highback lounge chair blends timeless elegance and comfort. Crafted in laminated, bent oak and hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark circa 2022.
The chair measures 36.25 inches wide, has a depth of 32.75 inche...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
J16 rocking chair by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century beech wooden and papercord rocking chair designed by Hans J Wegner for FDB Mobler in the 1960s.
Beautifully crafted chair by one of the best scandinavian designer from t...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chairs of Cherrywood for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner Chinese chairs of cherrywood. Loose seat cushions upholstered with leather, fitted with buttons. Executed by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Rocking Chairs Model GE674 Made In Olied Oak By Hans J. Wegner For Getama
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lejre, DK
This rocking chair, model GE674, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama in the 1970s, is an excellent example of Danish design that combines functionality, comfort and...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Easy Chair Model AP-15 Designed by Hans Wegner Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model AP-15 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner, Round Chair JH501, oak and cane, made by Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Known as The Round Chair, or simply The Chair, Hans J Wegner created the design for Johannes Hansen to display at the annual exhibition of the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild in 1949...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Set of Four 'Sawbuck' Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, set of four 'Sawbuck' CH29 chairs, oak, Denmark, 1952.
This set of four chairs is designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. The chairs are de...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four chairs was designed by Hans J. Wegner for the Danish manufacturer Getama Gedsted during the 1960s. The raw, geometric frame of the chair is made of light oak wood. T...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and made in Denmark. This example with new black leather and featuring teak legs and ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1947
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Peacock chair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1947
Also known as PP550. Early 1960's production. Original cord seat. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Johannes Hansen Cope...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Pair of Original Oak and Bouclé Cigar Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Fine original 1950s pair of these super comfortable classic chairs by master designer Hans J Wegner for GETAMA.
The frames in oak and fresh bouclé fabric covers ready for your midce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
The Round Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1949
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak 'Round' chair with masterfully sculpted backrest and arms floating atop tapered dowel legs having a caned seat. This sublime chair became known a...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak, Cane
Hans Wegner Bench Model JH 574 by Johannes Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner slatted bench model JH 574 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark.
High quality construction and attention to detail this bench is perfect for...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner FH1936 Shell Chair in Beach / Teak Wood and Bouclé, Frith Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Shell lounge chair, model FH 1936 designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1948 and shortly manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the early fifties. After the second world war various designers experimented with molded plywood. This chair was one of the results of Wegners efforts with at that time new technique of the future.
The frame is executed with traditional cabinetmaker's work in solid beech wood and two molded plywood shells in teak veneer. The chair is in very good solid condition and has some old joint repairs. The wood has been lightly cleaned / refinished to preserve its patina. The seat cushion is newly upholstered in Dedar Nimbus...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
1950's Hans J. Wegner Armchair in Solid Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Madrid, ES
G290 armchair armchair in solid oak and upholstery designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. Model G290 with low backrest also available, see pictures for more info.
Denmark, 1950s. Co...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Brushed Steel
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3 sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner AP-30 Music Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Obscure and very rare piano bench designed by Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen. Known as the "Music Stool," this minimal design originates from 1957. Our examp...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chair, Stained Beech
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
Beech
Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama Oak Relax Armchair with Adjustable Backrest
Located in Oirlo, LI
Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama Oak Relax Armchair with Adjustable Backrest
Discover the perfect combination of style and comfort with the Hans J Wegner GE421 Getama relax armchair. This...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
2007 Set of Six Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH20 Elbow Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of six original CH20 Elbow Dining Chairs, initially designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son in 1956. This particular grouping dates to 2007, and the price include...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Original Spring Cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 Lounge Chair
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of seat and backrest spring cushions for Hans J. Wegner GE 290 lounge chair
Rare set of the original spring cushions for Hans J. Wegners GE 290 lounge chairs. The original sprin...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with mokka aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner pair of armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007)
Pair of CH-28 Sawbuck armchairs with teak wood frame and fabric upholstery.
De Padova 1960's
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner GE-673 Keyhole Rocker in Canvas, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1967 by Hans Wegner, the 673 “Keyhole” rocking chair showcases the chair’s construction as well as the designer’s creativity toward form and function. The chair is hand b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather.
Frame of solid oak
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Getama GE-236 Teak Four Seater Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Garnerville, NY
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA GE-236 sofa. Danish Modern at its finest. Signed with burn in mark on the bottom stretcher. Solid teak slatted back, legs and stretcher base. Circa 1960. Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Ge 671/3 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
GE 671/3 - 3 seater sofa in bent oak and cushions in green wool. Designed in 1967. Hans J. Wegner / GETAMA.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with Boucle.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Stained Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 loveseat features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, De...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner GE-34 Sofa, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34/3 sofa features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner GE-290 Highback Lounge Chair 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 highback lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner. Manufactured by Getama, Denmark. Made in solid teak. Original cushions and fabric green color. 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Teak Hans J. Wegner the Chair Pair JH-501
Located in Stafford, TX
These chairs are a pair of iconic 1950s Johannes Hansen Hans Wegner “The Chair,”
Design Features:
• Designer: Hans J. Wegner
• Manufacturer: Johannes Hansen, Denmark
• Era: 1950...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
New GE 240 Getama "Cigar" Chair and Footstool with Johanna Gullichsen Cushions
Located in Miami, FL
We are a Scandinavian Design Showroom based in Miami. We specialize in iconic, mid-century original Nordic and Scandinavian designs, handmade at the original factories. It's our Semi...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Rare Vintage Hans J. Wegner for Getama Model 330/3A in Teak & Wool, 1965
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and commodious, here we have a rare example of Wegner’s celebrated GE-330/3A three seat sofa in carved teak frame and light burgundy boiled wool upholstery with original spri...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Beech, Teak
Hans Wegner Sofa Model AP-64 Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model AP-64 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by AP-Stolen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner Heart Stacking Dining Chairs Model Fh4103 By Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Hans Wegner in the 1950s, the FH4103 was manufactured by Fritz Hansen and sold in London by Story’s of Kensington.
Constructed from beech and teak wood, the...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Oak
Oak and Leather Aarhus ‘Town Hall’ Chair designed by Hans Wegner for Plan Mobel
Located in Winnipeg, MB
A rare and absolutely incredible ‘Town Hall’ lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Plan Mobel, Denmark. This piece, one of Wegner’s earliest works, was designed for the Aarhus Cit...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Shell Chair by Hans Wegner in Walnut and Beech
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Shell chair by Hans Wegner in laminated walnut seat and back and solid beech wood frame.
It has the original screws on the bottom of seat t...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Walnut
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner
GE-270 lounge chairs, 1956.
Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark c1950s. Sculpted teak frame with exposed, bespoke brass fittings. The frames have been carefully ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
1950s Vintage Danish Hans Wegner Sawhorse Lounge Chairs - A Set Of 2
Located in Monrovia, CA
Very Rare Early Danish Teak Hans Wegner Sawhorse Lounge Chairs Design Mid Century Modern Teak and Black Leather Textured Vinyl / Naugahyde. No Label.
Gorgeous Sawhorse Design by Hans Wegner Lounge Chairs.
Rare Early Design With Open Or Exposed Back Rest. The Teak Wooden Dowels Along The Back Support And At The Back Of The Paddle Designed Armrests. All Teak Wooden Framing.
Excellent Condition. There Are No Imperfections. In Excellent Vintage Condition. Personally Have Owned These Lounge Chairs For Over 40 Years Stored Away. Thought It's Time To Share Them With You. No Labels.
Dimensions Are: Thirty and A Half Inches Tall by Twenty-Eight and A Half...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Three-Seat Sofa of Oak and Red Wool Fabric by Hans J. Wegner and GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This three-seat sofa, a masterpiece of Danish design by the iconic Hans J. Wegner, epitomizes both elegance and comfort. Crafted from solid oak and upholstered in vibrant red wool fa...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner, Pair of Armchairs, Denmark, 1950
Located in Rivoli, IT
Beautiful pair of small armchairs with wooden frame and skay seat and back.
This model incorporates many of the master's design features.
Wegner's penchant for creating the perfect...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner, pair of Teak and leather dining chairs, model W2 for C.M. Madsen, 1
Located in Uppsala, SE
Pair of Teak and leather dining chairs, model W2, designed by Hans J. Wegner for C.M. Madsens Fabriker in Denmark in the 1960s. Both chairs have been beautifully restored with comple...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
2021 Carl Hansen CH20 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner in Green with Leather Cushion
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted green, and an olive leather seat. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and pr...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Hans Wegner CH24 Vintage Oak Wishbone Y Chair for Carl Hansen Set of 4
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Hans J. Wegner Iconic Wishbone Chair.
Model CH24 in oiled oak and papercord.
Vintage version from 1970. Silver Label.
Great patina on the oakwood.
Set of 4
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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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