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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Widdicomb Furniture Co.
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
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
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 Wegner GETAMA GE-420 Ottoman / Sake Table Vintage 1960s Danish Midcentury
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Hyattsville, MD
GE-420 Ottoman without a cushion, order a cushion that matches your interior after purchase. Or can be used as a low platform / table / plant stand.
Overall W 29 5/8 x D 22 3/4 x ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
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
Slatted Bench by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A midcentury solid teak bench with a slatted seat over six (6) tapered legs.
Designed by Hans Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen in Denmark, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
T.H. Robjohn-Gibbings Model WMB Slipper Chairs for Widdicomb, 1950s
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of slipper lounge chairs, model WMB, timeless and elegant design by the renowned architect and furniture designer T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. This model is perhaps the mo...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, 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 grey 130 Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Frame of solid oak
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb MCM Walnut Saber Leg Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Saber Leg Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 29.5 wide x 30 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair c...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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 AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Maharam Wool Boucle'
Located in Dallas, TX
The Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007 "Papa Bear" Chair, model AP19, produced for A.P Mobler and designed in 1951, epitomizes luxurious comfort and timeless craftsmanship. Upholstered with Ma...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Pair of CH445 Wing Chairs with CH446 Ottoman
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Wing Chairs, model CH445, with matching ottoman, model CH446.
Designed by Hans J. Wegner around 1960 and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn in 2006.
The CH445 is a high-backe...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
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, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with ottoman made of solid oak.
Original upholstered with Hallingdal 227 from Kvadrat
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Four Hans Wegner for PP Møbler PP 209 Chairs in Oiled Oak and Papercord
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare set of four PP209 Hans Wegner arm chairs in oiled oak and paper-cord, produced by PP Møbler (for DSB ferries), between 1974 and 2004. Unlike th...
Category
1990s Danish Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Chair Model 4283 China Chair Cherry
Located in Berkeley, CA
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner, in 1944 and it stands out as the only solid wood chair in the Fritz Hansen collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Wishbone Chair Model CH24 By Hans J. Wegner For Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
The Wishbone chairs, model CH24, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, are exemplary pieces of Scandinavian Modern furniture. Crafted from black painted w...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Wood
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 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 Yellow Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak.
New upholstered with Hallingdal 180 from Kvadrat
Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
JH 713 Teak Dining Arm Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant handcrafted dining chair, having an exposed teak frame and leather upholstery.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Teak Cow Horn Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare teak Danish modern dining chair with a splined backrest and a natural cane seat. Model JH-505 was designed in 1952 by Hans J. Wegner and produced i...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-673 Keyhole Rocker in Canvas, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Cigar Lounge Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Danish Modern "Cigar" Model lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, unsigned, Denmark, circa 1960s. It has been reupholstered in an ivory color herringbone uphol...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
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 Wegner 1936 Lounge Chair, Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
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
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
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak.
New upholstered with Hallingdal 130 from Kvadrat
Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 4 Hans Wegner 1950s Oak Dining Chairs
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner - Model W1 Dining Chairs
A set of 4 Model W1 dining chairs designed by Danish master Hans Wegner and produced by cabinetmakers C. M. Madsen in Denmark in 1953. The beau...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair, 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
Set of Five Hans J Wegner W2 Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of five stained oak and cane dining chairs. Each chair frame is branded with the manufacturer's mark; [C.M. Madsen Fabriker Haarby Danmark Made in Denmark Design: Hans J. Wegne...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Loveseat By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, slipper loveseat designed by the British architect and furniture designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Compa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
The Chair Model JH503 Made In Teak By Hans J. Wegner For Johannes Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Chair Model JH503 made in teak with a cognac leather seat. Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen from 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Early Hans Wegner for GETAMA Chaise Longue and ottoman. Oak & Leather /Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
This rare and early chaise longue was designed by Hans Wegner in 1954.Classic Scandinavian Modernist Design, Crafted from solid oak with brass hinges and iron hardware, this versati...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass, Iron
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
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Loveseat for Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This sofa features rounded stained beech wood frame with armrests. The cushions have been newly reupholstered in a gray ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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
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
Hans Wegner Getama GE-236 Teak Four Seater Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
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
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
Three-seater Sofa Model GE290 Made In Teak & Light Wool By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Lejre, DK
The three-seater sofa in teak, model GE 290, is an emblem of Danish modernism and functionality. Designed by Hans J. Wegner, a prominent figure in Danish furniture design, this sofa ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Rare model AP 43 armless Airport lounge chair in Red Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Hans J. Wegner Rare model AP 43 armless Airport lounge chair in Red Leather. This low lounge chair is made of solid oak frame with rubber upho...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
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
Model AP18 3-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 3 seat sofa with sprung seat cushions designed 1950 by Hans Wegner model AP 18s produced by AP Stolen.
This elegant and classic Danish design 3 seat sofa offers excellent se...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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 Wegner AP-33 32 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner AP-33 32lounge chair designed in the 1950s and produced by
A.P. Stolen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Fabric
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
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 Ge270 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This pair of lounge chairs by the master of Scandinavian mid century design Hans J Wegner and produced by Getama are in great original condition, the Teak has been dusted and oiled, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Model JH-574 Bench for Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans J. Wegner teak slat bench, model JH-574 for Johannes Hansen. The hand of the cabinetmaker echoes within this most simple design. This strong, robust six-legged bench boasts a cl...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
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
Pair of Oak “The Chair JH503" ArmChairs by Hans J Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of “The Chair” model JH501 oak and caned armchairs by Hans J Wegner Impressed manufacturer's mark to underside of each example ‘Johannes Hansen Copenhagen Denmark’. Denmark 19...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
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 black leatheer.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
The J 16 Shaker Rocking Chair by Hans J. Wegner for FDB
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Shaker Style Scandinavian Modern rocking chair designed by Hans Wegner in beech wood with a woven paper cord seat.
Made in Denmark by FDB, circa 1970s.
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
China chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1970.
Cherry wood and natural tanned leather cushion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
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
Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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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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