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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
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
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Danish Modern CH-23 Leather Dining Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Danish modern leather dining chairs designed by the iconic designer Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark, circa 1950s. These famous chairs, also known as CH-23, ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Vintage Hans Wegner Chair for Johannes Hansen, Made in Denmark
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage solid oak armchair designed by Hans Wegner in 1948, model number JH-503 for Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark. The chair became immensely popular and was dubbed "The C...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Model JH051 by Hans Wegner, Set of 8
Located in Studio City, CA
The Chair by Hans Wegner, Model JH051 (Set of 8). Teak and perfectly aged leather. Measures 25"W x 18"D x 27"H x 17"SH x 27"AH
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE270 Teak Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Getama Mid Century GE240 Teak Lounge Chair
This chair measures: 26.5 wide x 29 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22 inches
A...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-30 Oak & Leather Piano Stool c1950s
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - AP-30 Piano Stool, 1957
Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark, this model was an evolution of the AP-29 Papa Bear ottoman. The rarely seen piano stool has an additional c...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Oak Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner JH-713 Armchair in Oak and Leather
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner, JH-713 Armchair, 1957
The JH-713 chair is from Danish master Hans Wegner’s golden collaboration period in the 1950s with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Intende...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Century 2000' Four-Seat Sofa in Beige Fabric
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, sofa 'Century 2000', metal, fabric, Denmark 1990s.
Modern three-seather sofa in beige fabric. Nicely designed round brushed st...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner JH-512 Folding Chairs, Oak
One of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The Model 512 chair was produced by ma...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner Ox Chairs, Edition AP Stolen, 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Hans J. Wegner ox chairs with tubular steel frame upholstered with light canvas fabric and leather piping’s.
Designed 1960 and made at AP Stolen, Denmark model AP46 and AP...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Fabricius and Kastholm 'Scimitar' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Kastrup, DK
Preben Fabricius og Jørgen Kastholm for Ex-Bo.
Lounge chair with stainless steel frame and original cognac leather upholstery.
Designed in 1962, made by bo-Ex in the 1980's. This cha...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Grasshopper Chair by Preben Fabricius + Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Dallas, TX
A vintage grasshopper chaise lounge by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International. Beautifully patinated leather that's worn to a greenish hue.
Category
1970s Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak 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 oak legs and t...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Pair of 'Plank' Chairs Model GE290 by Hans Wegner for Getama in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are in excellent original condition, the cushions retain their spring upholstery and recovered in Abraham Moon wool fabric in Fern Green, overall a great pair of classic mid-ce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat GE-285 Jubilee Sofa in Oak and Fabric by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa in oak and fabric by GETAMA
The model GE-285 sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1985.
The simple yet very elegant Wegner design feature a ...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
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
Beech
Two Danish BO-561 Chairs in Leather by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Two Danish BO-561 chairs in steel and leather by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm for BO-EX.
Of 1960s vintage, these architectural design classics a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner's Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-29, also known as the Papa Bear Chair is truly iconic in newly upholstered grey Maharam wool. The chair features beautiful oak legs and teak paws. The matching ottoman is up...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
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
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6 by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 31 - Dining chair set of 6. All in patinated oak and partially patinated wicker.
Stamped from the manufacturer Carl Hansen & Sons, designed by Hans J. Wegner.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
W2 - Dining chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
W2 dining chair in oak with patinated wicker. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by cabinetmaker C.M. Madsen.
The wicker differs from each chair - contact for individual pictures.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, Teak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa Model 235/4
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with Halligdal wool from Kvadrat
Frame in solid soap treated oak.
Model 235/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Six Midcentury Wishbone Chairs in Patinated Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six wishbone chairs in oak and paper cord designed by Hans J Wegner. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
1960s Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Oak by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fine set of eight CH23 Dining Chairs in oak and paper cord, initially designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in 1950. These particular examples date to the 1960s. The roll...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Painted Black for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH45' Rocking Chair in Painted Black for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner China chairs by Fritz Hansen Denmark 1967
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extraordinary Hans Wegner China chairs designed in 1944 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1967. This set of 6 chairs, made of solid rosewood, is an incredibly rare find....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set Of Four Grey Wishbone Chairs of Model CH24 designed by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 4 Wishbone chairs, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. The chairs are painted in a grey colour, which ad...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
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
Wegner J16 Rocking Chair - Black Lacquer Oak/Natural Paper Cord by HansJ.Wegner
Located in Dubai, AE
Hans J. Wegner showed an early interest in the rocking chair as a design object, and J16 was one of his first chairs ever put into production. The very first version was designed in ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Set of Four Midcentury Wishbone Chairs in Patinated Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four wishbone chairs in oak and paper cord designed by Hans J Wegner. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, 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 black pure aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner Mid Century Wishbone Chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 21.5 wide x 20 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 28 inches
...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Design Two Seater Leather Sofa by Fabricius & Kastholm for Kill International
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the perfect combination of style and comfort with the FK 6720 two-seater sofa, a masterpiece designed by Preben Fabricius Jorgen Kastholm. Manufactured by Kill International...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wool
Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastlhom FK 6727-3G Lounge Chairs for Walter Knoll
Located in Highclere, Newbury
An exceptional set of 8 Danish Mid Century Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastlhom FK Lounge Chairs, model FK 6727-3G for Walter Knoll, in a light biscuit...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner for Getama High-back in Black Leather
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish high back lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1955, Denmark. The chair is crafted of dark teak with sloping arms, and newly upholstered in a fine black leather.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 'Sawbuck' dining chair, model CH29, teak, beige fabric, Denmark, design 1952
Hans Wegner's chair exemplifies a solid construction, despite its...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
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
Preben Fabricius Jorgen Kastholm FK6725 chairs set Kill 1964
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super large set of high back conference office chairs model FK6725 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Kill International, Germany 1964. These so-cal...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Piano Stool Model AP 30 by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A nice original piano stool by Hans J.Wegner, identical to the other one we have listed here, with the only real difference being that this one, although bought originally at the sam...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Sofa set FK 6720 by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill Internati
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Fantastic scandinavian design sofa set designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm and manufactured by Kill International.
These gorgeous high end collectible sofas have been pa...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Valet Chair Model 540 Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen, Denmark
Located in Stockholm, SE
Valet chair model 540 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Jansen,
Denmark, 1953.
Teak, oak and brass.
Stamped.
H: 94 cm
W: 51 cm
D: 50 cm
SH: 44.5 cm
Hans J. Wegn...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
FK6725 Bird Tulip Chair Green by Fabricius & Kastholm Knoll 1990s
Located in Aachen, NW
This fine example of the FK6725 Bird office chairs was designed by Jorgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius in the early 60s and produced by Walter Knoll in the 1990s.
The so called "Bir...
Category
1990s German Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, chaise lounge with ottoman model GE01, oak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1954
This chaise lounge consists out of two sections. An adjustable lounge chai...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with pure tan aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid teak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, 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
Hans J. Wegner, Town Hall chair. Oak and Leather. Denmark C.1940
Located in Munster, NRW
Hans J. Wegner, Town Hall Chair. Denmark, circa 1940
Designed in the early 1940s and originally commissioned for Denmark’s Aarhus City Hall—a project led by renowned architects Arne ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
GE-236/4 in Teak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Model GE-236 / 4 sofa, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1955 for Getama Denmark. Made in solid teak. Cushions in blue / light blue wool fabric. cushions with rounded edges. Ready to use...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, three-seat sofa, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aestheti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Original Set of 4 CH24 Chairs by Designer Hans Wegner Oak Danish Scandinavian
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Set of four Scandinavian chairs by the famous Danish designer Hans Wegner designed in 1949 for Carl Hansen & Søn. Known as the CH24 chair or Y chair, it is ...
Category
1960s Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 FK 84 Armchairs by Fabricius and Kastholm for Kill Int., Denmark, 1962
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Splendid set of 4 Armchairs by Fabricius and Kastholm in black velvet and a three star chrome-plated base. Does nog happen very often to find a set of four of these beauties in this ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner GE-375 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1969 by Hans Wegner, the 375A lounge chair pairs clean lines with remarkable craftsmanship. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
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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