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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Roland Rainer
Armchair Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Stockholm, SE
Oak and canvas.
Measurements:
H: 66 cm/ 2' 2"
SH: 33.5 cm/ 1' 1 1/4"
D: 68 cm/ 2' 2 3/4"
W: 76 cm/ 2' 6 3/4".
Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for cr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Canvas, 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
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 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
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
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 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 J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa For Getama. model 236/4 Made in Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Buffalo, NY
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa . retains original spring seat cushions. in need of reupholstering,, original ink stamp GETAMA ,hans wegner Classic Modernist Design,,
Frame in solid...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, 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
$4,225 / item
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH07 Shell' 60th Anniversary Lounge Chair in Leather Upholstery for Carl Hansen & Son.
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first wo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Rosewood
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
$1,561 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of four vintage First Chair PP201 by Hans J Wegner for Pp Furniture, Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
The pp203 First Chair by PP Møbler, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1969, is a masterpiece that elegantly merges the aesthetics of the pp701 Minimal Chair with the robust construction ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash
$8,643 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Pair of Hans Wegner Rosewood China Chairs c1950s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - Pair of Model FH-4283 China Chairs, 1944
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark these versions of Wegner's iconic design are made in exquisite, highly figured rosewood...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Original Oak and Bouclé Cigar Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
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
$4,420 / item
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa Model 235/4
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
1950´s Early Edition Patinated Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair with Original Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Early edition patinated Hans Wegner sawbuck chair with original leather by Carl Hansen & Søn
The iconic "Sawbuck chair" was designed by Han...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-673 Keyhole Rocker in Leather, Lacquered 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
Beech
Pair of Danish Lounge Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler, Denmark 1973
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by PP Møbler in Denmark, 1973.
Both chairs are made out of ash wood and come in a very good original conditio...
Category
20th Century Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash
Midcentury "China" Chair in Mahogany by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in solid mahogany and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen A/S. Made in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Mahogany
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 AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-240 Lounge Chair, Oiled Walnut
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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
Walnut
$4,680 / item
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
Danish Lounge Chair The Airport Chair by Hans Wegner, 1950’s
Located in London, GB
This iconic Danish lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner in 1958 for AP Stolen is known as the Airport Chair (AP 39), originally created for the lounge areas of Copenhagen Kastrup Ai...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Wegner J16 Rocking Chair - Oiled Walnut/Natural Paper Cord by Hans J. 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
Papercord, Walnut
Hans Wegner, Folding Lounge Chair model JH-512, circa 1960, by Johannes Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007), Folding Lounge Chair, model JH-512, original design 1949, this example possibly produced circa 1960.
Produced by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen Denmark, an...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Large Modular Sofa GE 280 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Oak Blue Grey
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very large modular sofa model: GE-280 by the famous Danish design grandmaster Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA.
Wonderful Minimalist design, very comfortable sofa due to its high back. The...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, 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
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
Armchair ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘The Chair’ model JH 501 designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Denmark, 1949
Teak and cane.
H: 76 cm / 2' 6"
W: 63 cm / 2' 3/4"
D: 50 cm / 20 1/2"
Arm height: 68.5 ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner Mid-Century Modern Brown Danish Oak Lounge Chair
Located in Weesp, NL
A pure and minimalistic design by Hans Wegner. The GE-265 high back lounge chair. Produced with outstanding craftsmanship by GETAMA in the 1960s.
This beautiful oak lounge chair has...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three available, inquire within. Known simply as "The Chair," this iconic armchair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. Patinaed Danish oak frame has been gently restored, and the...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$5,800 / item
Armchairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
Located in Vienna, AT
Oak frame lacquered upholster with blue fabric, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in the 1960s.
On request also a full restoration and new ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
$590 / item
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
Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Oak Chairs by Hans J Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
$2,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Rocking Chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking chair Model J16 by Hans Wegner.
Designer Biography :
"Best known for his chairs and seating pieces — though a master of many furniture types like sofas and tables — Hans Wegner was a prolific designer whose elegant, often ebullient, forms and devotion to the finest methods in joinery made "Danish Modern" a popular byword for stylish, well-made furniture in the mid-20th century.
Wegner considered himself a carpenter first and a furniture designer second. Like his peers Arne Jacobsen and Finn Juhl, Wegner believed that striking aesthetics in furniture were based on a foundation of practicality: a chair must be comfortable and sturdy before it is chic.
In keeping with that tenet, several of Wegner’s best chair designs, seen in dealer listings below, have their roots in traditional seating...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
Hans Wegner GE6 Daybed Sofa for GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Low sofa with lifting backrest to open to a daybed. Designed by Hans Wegner with simple mid-century lines and construction.
Please confirm location.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric
Hans Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA in 1957, the GE 34 lounge chair features clean, modern lines perfect for any home or office. The chair is hand built at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,678 / item
Hans Wegner JH-509 Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner JH-509 armchair. Designed in 1962. Produced by Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
$2,240 Sale Price
30% Off
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
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa new upholstered with pure aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Occasional Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern teak occasional armchair designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Johannes Hansen. Teak frame with blue wool upholstery.
Professional, skilled furniture restoratio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat GE-285 Jubilee Sofa in Oak and Fabric by GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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, 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
$5,070 / item
Hans Wegner GE-501 Lounge Chair, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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 Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
$4,290 / item
Hans Wegner GE-501 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Oak and Papercord Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, 1962
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak side chair with papercord woven seat.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Mid Century Modern Duo Armchairs Beech Pastel Blue Velvet Roland Rainer 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Modernist freestanding vintage pair armchairs from beech and pastel blue velvet by Roland Rainer for Cafe Ritter 1950s Vienna.
An amazing and iconic pair or duo ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
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
$1,072 / item
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
Pair of Lounge Chairs Model Ge460 by Hans Wegner, 1970s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of GE 460 lounge chairs in original condition. Designed by Hans J. Wegner M.A.A for GETAMA in 1978. Great condition. Made in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Rare Sofa by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare sofa with patinated oak legs, newly upholstered in textile (DAW, color Stripe 7) Hans J. Wegner / Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$22,763
3 Seater Sofa Model GE290 By Hans J. Wegner From 1953s
Located in Lejre, DK
Model GE 290 is a 3-seater sofa designed by the famous Danish designer Hans J. Wegner in 1953. The sofa has a stylish oak frame and light fabric cushions, which gives it an elegant a...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner GE-34 Loveseat, Stained Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
$8,385 / item
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
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane by Hans Wegner, 1949
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare pair of easy chairs model CH-27
P...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Cane
Hans J. Wegner AP20 Easy Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce model AP-20 chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is accented by sculptural teak handles at the armrests. Our example has 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 Seating
Materials
Teak
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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