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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Widdicomb Furniture Co.
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
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 Chair FH 4103 Heart Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Hans J. Wegner stockable ‘heart’ tripod chairs, the seat made of the veneered teak frame and top rail of teak, Designed in 1952. Produced by Fritz Hansen, model FH 4103...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH24 Wishbone Chair in Oak / Papercord Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair made with an oak frame painted black with a natural paper cord seat. Designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, the ch...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Papercord
4 Early Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker'...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Oak and Leather High-Back Lounge Chair, GE-260A, by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Dorchester, MA
Hans Wegner designed this minimalist lounge chair, model GE-260A, for GETAMA in 1950. The solid oak frame supports a striking high back to which the tapered arms are attached with br...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Hans J Wegner Pair of Armchairs PP 62 of Solid Oak by PP Møbler in Denmark 1990s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of armchairs model no. PP 62 by the Danish architect and cabinetmaker Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) designed especially for the DFDS ferries in 1975.
This pair of chairs are made b...
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, 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 light Hallingdal from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wool
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Day Break Chaise Lounge, Model 1708
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Day Break Chaise Lounge, Model 1708
This elegant Day Break chaise lounge, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, has been professionally reupholstered with A butt...
Category
1950s British Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
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
Vintage Leather "Papa Bear" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Iconic “Papa Bear” lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, in a wide, comfortable design upholstered in black leather. Handles with oak details at the ends.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Hans Wegner PP51/3 V Chair PP Mobler, Denmark, 1988
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 4 chairs model PP51/3 or the so called V chair designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by PP Mobler, Denmark 1988. Between 1952-53 Wegner desig...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear chair with matching stool in light textile (A Joy by Dedar, colour 002 Natural)
ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Hans Wegner, Black Wood and Rope, Denmark, 1950
Hans J. Wegner (Danish, 1914–2007) was a renowned furniture designer associated with Organic Fu...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rope, Wood
Lounge Chair Flag Halyard PP 225 by Hans Wegner New Edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Flag Halyard chair lounge chair PP 225 new edition.
The Flag Halyard Hans Wegner is a tribute to the modernist Le Corbusier, Mies Van Der Rohe and Marcel Bre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of four CH24 Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Wishbone chairs. Denmark 1960
Located in Torino, IT
Set of four CH24 Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, Wishbone chairs. Denmark 1960
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Oak W2 Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of four solid oak W2 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner. Made for CM Madsen factory. Seats have been previously reupholstered in a light wool fabric.
Category
1950s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Mid Century Danish Hans Wegner W2 Teak Chairs Four
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional set of four original 'W2' model chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, circa 1960's. The teak frames feature modern styling with a distinct beautiful design, scu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
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
10 Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH-503 Chairs in Teak and Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are excited to offer 4 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker'...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chairs Early Edition Model GE225
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chairs model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Den...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 8 W2 Dining Chairs by Hans J Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of eight W2 oak dining chairs featuring an inset black upholstered seat and tapered legs.
Stamped C M Madsens, made in Denmark, Hans J Wegner.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Iconic Hans J. Wegner “Wishbone” Oak Arm Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood, Oak
Model FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Karis, Nyland
This is a fine set of four FH4103 stackable heart tripod dining chairs, initially designed by Hans Wegner in 1952. These particular examples were manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denm...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair for AP Stolen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design Papa Bear chair for AP Stolen, Denmark. Simply the most comfortable chair ever made, completely restored including refinishing, new foam, webbing and strengthen...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Hans J. Wegner “GE240” Cigar Sofa for Getama, Denmark 1950
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful “Cigar” sofa, model GE240, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Getama in Denmark around 1950.
This highly recognizable piece is made of excellent quality oa...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J Wegner The Chair Model JH501 in Teak with Original Cane Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful example of Hans Wegner's timeless The Chair or Round Chair built by cabinetmaker, Johannes Hansen, in solid teak with its original cane seat. The caning is 95% intact and...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
Papa Bear Chair and Footstool
Located in Saint Louis, US
This Papa Bear Chair is a sculpture for comfort. It is a fine example of one the more exclusive products of the Danish Modern period. It is considered a masterpiece of the design per...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Hans J Wegner Model CH 07 Shell Chair for Carl Hansen & Son Sweden 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Hans J. Wegner. Shell chair, model CH-07, black-varnished moulded laminated with leather cushion
wood shell, seat and back upholstered in leather. Produced by Carl Hansen &Son.
Good condition , some light scratches
The CH07 Shell...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Breathtaking Restored Set of 8 Arm Dining Chairs by Gibbings, Cane Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly upholstered and completely installation ready. The custom cane back is a modification to the design. This large All Arm set of rare examples is unique on the market. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. An ALL ARM set of this size of these difficult to find seating examples is the collector's equivalent of capturing a Purple Unicorn. Expertly crafted solid walnut construction with stellar lines and detail. Artistry and execution that is beyond incredible. Finished in a medium walnut stain - aged to absolute perfection. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, rare and coveted chair...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Walnut Oil & Black 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, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner Lounge or Armchair, leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Wegner, lounge or armchair new upholstered with vintage tobacco full grain aniline leather.
Frame in solid beech.
Model 1788, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Set of 4 "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 8 rosewood toned, cherry wood "China Chairs" for Fritz Hansen by Hans Wegner. Produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Two chairs from 1982. 6 chairs purchased together with pre 197...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cherry
The Round Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak "round" chair retaining the original upholstery with impressed stamp, "Johannes Hansen COPENHAGEN DENMARK".
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, 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
Hans Wegner Bench Model JH 574, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome Scandinavian Modern solid teak slatted bench designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This beautiful bench is iconic and seen in design magazines and on Instagram in many interiors. Would look great with furniture by other vintage makers...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner GE-1935 Bench, Stained Oak
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
The JH 518 'Bullhorn' Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1952
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An oak 'Bullhorn' chair with oak splines and upholstered seat retaining the original black leather.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
JH 518 - Rare 'Bull Chair' by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 518 - Rare 'Bull Chair' in solid oak and with seat of new, braided cane. Original label from manufacturer. Designed in 1961. Hans J. Wegner / Johannes Hansen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Fauteuils Lounge Getama Getama Lounge Armchairs
Located in Paris, FR
95 x 103 x 86 cm
Original leather
Category
1960s European Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Model JH 512 Mid Century Oak Folding Lounge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner Model JH 512 Mid Century Oak Folding Lounge Chair
This lounge chair measures: 28 wide x 24.25 deep x 30.25 high, with a seat height of 12 and arm height/chair clearance ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 1727 MCM Walnut and Brass Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Model 1727 Mid Century Walnut and Brass Sofa
This sofa measures: 74 wide x 33 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 18 inches
All pieces of f...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
2021 CH23 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Painted Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH23 Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oak frame, painted red (we believe. it to ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
20th Century Danish Set of Three Carl Hansen & Søn Y Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish set of three Wishbone chairs made of hand carved Oakwood, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn, in good condition. The Scandinavian Y-shaped, armchairs have a curved slim backrest with arched arms, supported by four rounded wooden legs. At least hundred steps are required to design, produced each side chair. The seat cover is made of original hand woven paper rope. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1960, Denmark, Scandinavia.
Seat: 18.5" H x 19" W x 19.5" D
Hans Jorgensen Wegner was born in 1914, in Tonder, Denmark and passed away in 2007 Denmark. He was a world-renowned Danish furniture designer. Wegner finished his apprenticeship at 17, he developed his skills from the master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg. In 1951, Wegner received a major design prizes, from the Lunning prize and the Grand Prix of the Milan Triennale.
Carl Hansen & Søn is a family-owned Danish furniture manufacturer, founded in 1908, in Odense, Denmark by the Danish master cabinet maker Carl Hansen. The Y Chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rope, Oak, Paper
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak.
New upholstered with boucle.
Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
CH 28 - 'Sawbuck chair' in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
CH 28 - 'Sawbuck chair' in patinated oak with reupholstered seat in 'Dunes' aniline leather (color: Camel).
Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by Carl Hansen & Sons.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 4 Hans J. Wegner Cow Horn Chairs for Johannes Hansen in Oak
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 4 Restored Oak Cow Horn chairs by Hans Wegner with new olive green leather seats.
This set of Cow Horn Chairs are rarely seen and extraordinarily crafted with inlays of Braz...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner Model CH-33 Teak Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
Early Hans J. Wegner Solid Oak GE-240 "Cigar" Stool / Ottoman for Getama Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Ystad, SE
Early Hans J. Wegner Solid Oak GE-240 "Cigar" Stool / Ottoman for Getama
Denmark 1955
Stool made as addition for the iconic GE-260 and GE-240 lounge chairs.
Please see photo of Manu...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Bar Bench Model PP-589 Oak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Bar bench model PP589 by hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen 1953. made in solid oak wood. This bench was original from Wegners private house in Gentofte / Copenhagen. Documented on Bruun Rasmussen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Ash
1950s Danish Modern Model AP18 Sofa by Hans Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Danish Modern Model AP18 Sofa by Prolific Mid-Century Furniture Designer Hans Wegner for AP Stolen. This Model AP18 Sofa is characterized by its sleek profile, three seats,...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner Model GE 375 Paddle Chair in Saved NY Cashmere
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With gorgeous patinaed oak, custom cushions handcrafted from cashmere throws by Saved NY, and a finishing touch of beautiful Loro Piana leather, this one-of-...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
GE265 Sofa by Hans J. Wegner and GETAMA, Oak 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A beautiful 2-seater sofa by Danish Hans J. Wegner from Getama Manufactor, see original stamp on photo. This compact model is rarely seen and has a clean, understated aesthetic that ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans Wegner Wing Chair for Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen and Sons Wing Chair with Stainless Base. Design dates to the early 60's and Carl hansen reintroduced this design to their Selection. This chair is only ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of 6 dining chairs by noted mid century designer, Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb Furniture. The set includes 2 arm, and 4 armless chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP19 Mid Century Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
The chair measures: 36 wide x 29 deep x 38.5 high, with a seat height of 14 inches and arm height/chair cleara...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark 2 CH37 and 2 CH36
Located in Oirlo, LI
The dining chair by Hans J. Wegner is made with great attention to detail in a simple and functional design.
This design from 1962 demonstrates the influence that American Shaker fu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Wood
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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