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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: McKay Furniture Corp.
A Set Of Four Hans Wegner Folding Chairs
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stunning set of four (4) Hans Wegner folding chairs produced by Johannes Hansen, ca' 1950's. Original caning in very good condition and won...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Wegner "China Chair" for Fritz Hansen in Cherry and Leather
Located in Seattle, WA
At the Cabinetmakers' Guild's Autumn Exhibition in 1943, Wegner presented his first version of a chair inspired by an old Chinese chair, which he had...
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans J. Wegner “Wing Chair” for Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark 2000s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A highly recognizable “Wing” chair model CH445, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark around 2000.
This beautiful highback chair, model numbe...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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
Hans J. Wegner JH-505 Teak and Cane Cowhorn Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A matching set of six JH-505 Cowhorn Chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Executed in teak with cane seats, these iconic chairs are distinguished by their elegantl...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Rosewood, Teak
Airport Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Denmark. Reupholstered in Belgian daisy yellow boucle. Refoamed. Designed for Copenhagen airport.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Black Lacquered Hans J. Wegner J16 Rocking Chair Or Rocker For FDB Mobler 1963
Located in Southampton, NJ
A rare 'black edition' of the iconic Hans J. Wegner J16 rocking chair having perfect Rush seat with original red hanging head rest and seat cushion. In excellent condition having per...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Vintage Sawbuck Chairs for Carl Hansen CH28 in Oak & Leather, 1951
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An icon of 20th century seating design still celebrated 72 years after its introduction—the Sawbuck chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen, 1951. Montaperto Studios is pleased to offer...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock Chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark
Located in Oirlo, LI
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen, 1960 Denmark
Hans J. Wegner JH-550 Peacock chair for Johannes Hansen Iconic 'Peacock' Chair Model JH-550 designed by archite...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Danish Modern J-16 Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Danish Modern rocking chair
By Hans Wegner for FDB Møbler
Denmark, Circa 1960s
Beech wood, with rush seating.
Measures: 25"W x 31.5"D x 43"H. Seat height: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rush, Beech
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Stained 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
Hans Wegner Lounge Chair AP-16 by AP-Stolen
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans Wegner lounge chair Model AP-16 by AP-Stolen in Teak. Refinished and reupholstered.
Category
1950s Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
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 Wegner GE-258 Daybed, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 258 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in solid wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner JH50 “Peacock Chair” in Oak and Teak
Located in Seattle, WA
Hans Wegner JH50 chair, or more commonly known as the “Peacock Chair” had its name blessed by famous designer, Finn Juhl, and was designed in 1947 an...
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner 1950s Oak Cigar' Chairs
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
Pair of GE-240 Cigar chairs, 1955
Produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. These examples of Wegner's iconic lounge chair are made from European oak ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH36 Dining Chair Oak Smoked Oil w/ Papercord
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH36 Dining Chair with a smoked oil, solid oak frame and natural paper cord seat. The chair, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, was produ...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Papercord, Oak
Set of Six Hans Wegner CH-30 Dining Chairs Produced by Carl Hansen
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Set of six Hans Wegner CH-30 dining chairs produced by Carl Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Dining Room Chairs CH 30, Hans Wegner, 1950
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of 6 chairs with wooden seat, model CH 30, made of solid teak resp. plywood.
The chairs are impressive not only for their organic simplicity, but also for their detailed fi...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak, Plywood
Hans Wegner Buck Lounge Chair, Model JH517
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner buck lounge chair, Model JH517 for Johannes Hansen. A rare model chair by the master in original finish oiled teak and newly upholstered in a cog...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of 2 Airport Sliper Chairs by Hans Wegner for AP 39 Stolen Leather & Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 2 only 2 available one set of 2
Hans Wegner AP-39 "Airport" Lounge Chair in Black Leather, circa 1970s
A classic design by Hans Wener for the Kastrup Airport in Copenhagen and...
Category
20th Century Danish Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Midcentury Dining Chairs for GETAMA in White, Set of Six
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, this set of six GE 151 chairs are a Classic example of Mid-Century Modern design.
Featuring angular black painted beechwood frames and arms, t...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
The Bull Chair, Model JH 518, by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1961
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original grey painted pine frame with original leather detailing.
Very early example, possibly a prototype.
Model presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet makers' Guild Exhibition in 196...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner W2 Dining Chairs for C.M. Madsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six Danish modern dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Beautiful organic lines with designer stamp.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
1960s Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather by GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Three-seat Danish sofa in oak by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA
The rarely seen model GE-40 sofa with it´s simple but elegant Wegner design feature a strong oak frame with small and s...
Category
1960s Danish Adam Style Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner Model GE240 Cigar Chair For Getama
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Classic design from 1954 by the master of Danish Modern, Hans Wegner.
Solid Oak frame with contrasting Teak armrests. New foam cushions upholstered in a high quality tweed wool very...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner Model CH22 Shell Back Paddle Armchair
Located in Stamford, CT
Oak armchair with wide paddle form arms and sculpted and inlaid back. Also having a Danish paper cord seat. The chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen &...
Category
1950s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Model CH-24 Dining Chair, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful model CH-24 dining chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, designed in 1950, in light oak with woven paper cord seat, seat cushion available on request, marked.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Papercord, Ash
Papa Bear Stool in Teak by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Teak framed stool with fabric seat - Designed by Maa. Hans J. Wegner and made by A.P. Stolen Denmark. The ideal stool for the Papa Bear chair or other lounge chairs in the style. Ori...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
4 Danish chairs, in black lacquered wood and leather, model CH 24 by Hans Wegner
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Iconic Scandinavian chairs. These 1970s examples have been entirely refinished. The CH 24 chair, or "Wishbone Chair," is Hans Wegner's best-known creation....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa upholstered with savak wool.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Armchair Model Jh-501 / the Chair by Johannes Hansen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model JH-501 / the chair designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak, Cane
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome pair of early 1960s AP-19 chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen. These chairs are better known as the Papa Bear chair for their stately silhouette. Exquisitely crafted teak details notable in the paws, showcasing Wegner's intimate understanding of fine woodworking. Expertly upholstered in a downy gray wool fabric, these cozy chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with green Magrethe wool fabric.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s for Re-Upholstery, Pair
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare original pair of Hans Wegner papa bear chairs designed in 1947 and produced by AP Stolen in Denmark in the 1950s. The fabric shows excess signs of wear so these are offered in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Group of 8 great looking chairs in original black lacquered. Designed by Maa. Hans J Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen. Original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
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 na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Lounge Chair, Oiled Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1977, the 460 “Butterfly” lounge chair is a perfect addition to any modern or contemporary interior. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal 65-wool. Hans J. Wegner / AP Stolen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Rocking chair 'J16' by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Classic rocking chair model 'J19' designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Seagrass, Beech
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, sofa, model 'CH103', leather, metal, Denmark, 1970s
The CH103 sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn is a modern three-seat sofa ideal fo...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 CH30 Chairs by Hans J. Wegner in Black Leather, Carl Hansen & Søn, 1952
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
An exceptional set of six CH30 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1952 and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, finely restored and reupholstered in luxurious black Sudden full-gr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Teak
2021 CH23 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Oak & Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH23 Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oiled oak frame, oiled walnut back, and natural paper...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Black Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Black Leather and Soap for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first wor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A 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. Wood splits to three of the seat joints measuring 1 inch, 1/2 and 1/4 inch on either side, and 1/4 inch. Area of discoloration to arm, possibly from sticker, measuring approximately 3/4 inch. Some nicks to side of one arm. On the other arm, a scratch measuring 1 1/8 inches on the side.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design: in the 20th Century, vol. 2 (Copenhagen: Christian Ejlers, 2007), p. 90.
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: Just One Good Chair (Germany, Hatje Cantz Verlag GmbH & Company KG, 2014).
Johan Møller Nielson, Wegner en Dansk Møbelkunstner (Copenhagen: Gyldendal, 1965), pp. 42, 98, 103, 106.
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs (San Francisco: Chronicle Books), 1996, pp. 106, 107.
Svend Erik Møller and Viggo Sten Møller...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP-20 Mini Bear Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of scarce model AP-20 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is accented by sculptural teak handles at the armrests. Our pair have been faithfully restored and upholstered in period-correct Hallingdal 65 in a soft gray hue. Stunning in every way, this makes a wonderful companion to the larger Bear...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J Wegner, Valet Chair, Model JH540 in Teak and Oak, Designed 1953, Stamped
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Valet Chair, model no. JH540, teak and oak, original edition produced by Johannes Hansen, 1953.
Underside impressed with manufacturer’s mark: JOHANNES ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-290A Lounge Chair, 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
Two-Tone AP33 Sofa by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Dorchester, MA
The strong, clean lines of the AP33 sofa, designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen in the mid-1950s, make it a perfect fit for a contemporary environment. Set on ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
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
Lounge Chair in Oak and Patinated Leather by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in oak and patinated leather. Designed by Hans J. Wegner M.A.A for Carl Hansen furniture. Great original condition. Made in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
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, Rattan, Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Dining Chairs Designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1960s.
Wenge, steel, and leather.
Set of six.
Measurements:
H: 81 cm/ 31 3/4''
W: 52 cm/ 20 1/2''
D: 42 cm/ 16 1...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wenge
Set of 10 Hans Wegner Armchairs, 1970
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful set of ten arm chairs 'Koldinghus' by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1970, in oak with straps of hemp, stackable, very comfortable.
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Hemp, Oak
Oak Rocking Chair Model ML33 by Hans J.Wegner for Mikael Laursen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This particular rocker is in fabulous original condition, the Oak has a lovely colour, and even the red velvet upholstery appears to be original. Pobably produced in the early 1950s,...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet, 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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