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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Widdicomb Furniture Co.
1965 Pair of Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen JH 507 Oak Dining Chairs from Harvard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of JH 507 dining chair with arms, designed by Hans Wegner, produced by Johannes Hansen. This pair of chairs came from Harvard University and is accompanied ...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1956
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner
GE-270 lounge chairs, 1956
Classic Wegner lounge chairs produced by GETAMA in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restored teak frame with exposed brass fittings. New foam...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak White Oil & 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
Hans Wegner's Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-29, also known as the Papa Bear Chair is truly iconic in newly upholstered grey Maharam wool. The chair features beautiful oak legs and teak paws. The matching ottoman is up...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Chinese Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chinese chair by Hans J. Wegner, 1944. Executed by Fritz Hansen, 1980.
Cherrywood and leather cushion.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans J. Wegner PP203 Dining Room Chairs for PP Møbler Denmark, 1969
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Elevate your dining space with this exceptional set of Hans J. Wegner PP2023 dining chairs, crafted by PP Mobler in Denmark in 1969. Renowned for their iconic design and impeccable ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Hans J Wegner Pair of Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A matched pair of classic chairs.
Original Cane seats
Original surface
Branded signature.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J Wegner "GE236/4" Sofa by GETAMA in Original Patched Leather Denmark 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J Wegner "GE236/4" sofa by GETAMA in original patched leather, Denmark, 1950s
Hans J Wegner "GE236 / 4" sofa - by GETAMA in original patched leather upholstery - Denmark 1950...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
Hans Wegner Woven Cane Bench or Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Classic design rarely seen in excellent condition. Executed in oak.
Label below.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair
Located in New York, NY
Sleek, sophisticated and architectural, wraparound armchair in solid rosewood, designed by Hans Wegner made by Johannes Hansen The chair has a solid rosewood frame, drop in upholstered seat, and wrapped cane backrest. The frame looks like it has a later, but not new, clear lacquered overcoat, the fabric seat shows cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
Measures: Total H 29.5 x arm H 27.5 x seat H 17 inches. Know as the Round Chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
CH28 “Sawbuck” Chair in Teak Wood and Leather by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a “Sawbuck” chair design by Hans Wegner and hand built by the Carl Hansen and Son funiture manufacturers in Denmark. Frame consists of solid walnut wood in a modified X shap...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
CH-28 Sawbuck armchairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Kiel, SH
Sawbuck lounge chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & son
oiled oak and cognac-coloured leather
recently upholstered
early models
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are four (sold individually) Wishbone chairs, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chairs are made with a solid beech frame, painted bright...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, 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
Leather, Oak
3 Seater Sofa, Model GE290, in Oak by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
This three-seater sofa, model GE290, designed by the renowned Danish architect and designer Hans J. Wegner in 1953, epitomizes the timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship char...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
JH 803 - Sofa in original leather by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 803 - 3-seater sofa in original brown leather with metal frame. Designed in the 1970's by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
2021 CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH24 Wishbone Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid walnut frame and with a natural paper cord s...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge.
Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details.
Light linen fabric cushion with ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
2022 Carl Hansen CH07 Shell Lounge Chair in Olive Green w Cowhide by Hans Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is the CH07 Shell Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark circa 2022.
The chair measures 36.25 inches wide, has a depth of 32.75 inche...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bleached Mahogany & Black Button Tufted Bench, 1950's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb bleached mahogany bench with tufted black vinyl surface. Featuring a sturdy rectangular braced, solid Mahogany frame, button tufted, finished in impressed, patterned faux black leather. Coffee table with tray...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Mahogany
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Model FH4103 Chair by Hans J. Wegner, for Fritz Hansen, 1950s. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1950s. Makers mark underneath. Model No. FH 4103 is also known as th...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair of Hans J. Wegner 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood and Black Leath
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner, 1914–2007
Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather.
Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Hansen in 2002.
The chairs are in excellent condition and showcase outstanding craftsmanship.
About the model:
The China Chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 as a simplified and elegant reinterpretation of the traditional Chinese armchair from the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), often referred to as the “Horse Shoe” chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
Hans Wegner Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Classic CH23 Dining Chairs
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. First introduced in 1950 by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner, these CH23 chairs features refined styling and masterful craftsmanship and are immediately recognizable with their curved seat backs and "+" shaped oak inlays.
In good vintage condition with the original paper cord (two chairs need some light seat restoration and cleaning. Please see photos). All chairs...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak, Papercord
Vintage 1960s Hans Wegner 6-Leg Long Slatted Teak Xl Bench Danish Midcentury
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This is the largest Model JH-574 Bench. In the original finish. Showing wear from use. All joinery is tight, and this bench is ready to use. Also has a nice neat full burnished label...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944.
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion.
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hans Wegner GE-261 Daybed, Stained Beech
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner in 1954, the GE 259 daybed is a versatile piece of furniture. The upholstered backrest lifts to provide a roomy bed. Crafted in soli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Hans Wegner GE-240 Sofa
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner. He is said to have designed more than 500 chairs during his lifetime and was one of the most influential masters in the history of Danish furniture design. The GETAMA...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of 10 Hans Wegner Wishbone Chairs in Oak circa 1950's
Located in San Diego, CA
We have restored this original set of CH24 chairs, also known as the Y or Wishbone chair to excellent condition.
10 vintage Hans Wegner chairs have all been recorded with new paper...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Cord, Papercord
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
Oxhide Teak Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A very rare teak armchair / lounge chair retaining the original oxhide black leather seat and back upholstery. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and crafted by Johannes Hansen circa 1950s i...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Extraordinary ALL ARMS Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. A ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in yellow 'COLOR' textile (colour: 10-101). Hans J. Wegner / AP Stolen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Set of Six Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Made by: Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark, 1962
Material: oak , paper cord
Size: 20.5 w × 18 d × 31 h in seat height 17 inches.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Hans J Wegner Armchairs, Model GE 370, Getama, Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set upholstered in buttery beautifully woven soft leather.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
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 Wishbone CH24 for Carl Hansen, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
Hans Wegner Wishbone CH24 for Carl Hansen in oak and Danish rope, designed by Hans Wegner in 1950 and this produced in 1973, so when the craftmanship was still mainly manual. This ic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A mid-century modern 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. Gap between arm and chair back measuring approximately 1/4 inch. Some light water staining on both arms. Wood split to one seat joint measuring 3/8 and 5/8 inches on either side. Four deeper scratches on back. Area of staining on bottom chair rung measuring 2 3/4 inches long. Chair back’s fifth spindle from right with wood chip measuring 1 inch long. Chair back’s sixth spindle from left loose.
Literature:
40 years of Danish furniture design: 1947-1956, ed. Grete Jalk, vol. 3 (Copenhagen: Lindhardt og Ringhof, 1987), pp. 15-17.
Arne Karlsen...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Model GE-290 Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Hans J. Wegner is a master furniture designer who has had a profound influence on the history of Danish furniture design. The GE290 is an iconic product, and its completed form is v...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair Oak White Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chairs in Oak with Original Fabric by Hans Wegner, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Oak and original fabric
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Easy chairs model GE-240 / ...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Fabric
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Seating
Materials
Teak
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
Rare Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Sofa for Widdicomb
Located in Pawtucket, RI
One of Paul McCobb's final designs, this graceful floating sofa features a symmetrical silhouette on walnut legs. Manufactured by Widdicomb as part of the Symmetric Group. Recently e...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Walnut
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner
Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956
A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs in Romo Fabric for Widdicomb
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s iconic walnut Lounge Chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb newly professionally refinished and reupholstered in designer Romo fabric...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Oil & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
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
Set of 8 Heart chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of 8 Heart chairs in oak and leather by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, Denmark circa 1952
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Slipper Chair, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut and beige fabric slipper chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, USA, 1950s.
16” seat height
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Rare Hans J. Wegner Oak Reclining Lounge Chair Model AP71, Denmark 1968
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished
- Original wool pillows in good original condition
- height of eat 43 cm
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Wool
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, three-seat sofa, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aestheti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
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
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
Oak GE-236 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century "GE-236" sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1960's. Much loved Danish four seat sofa with original sprung cushions on seat and backrest. Cozy upholstered arms too, ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans Wegner Set Di 4 Sedie Design 1960’s Modernariato
Located in Taranto, IT
Nello stile di Hans Wegner Set Di 4 Sedie Design 1960’s Modernariato.
Struttura in legno curvo, seduta in paglia di Vienna.
L’articolo è in buone condizioni conservative, non vi è ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Seating
Materials
Straw, Bentwood
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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