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Seating For Sale
Creator: Knoll
Creator: Vladimir Kagan
White Bertoia Steel Wire Side Chair With "X" Base by Knoll, Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 6 original 1950s white steel wire Bertoia side chairs with "X" base by Knoll.
Hans and Florence Knoll never insisted that Harry Bertoia design furniture when they originally ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Iconic Warren Platner For Knoll Bronzed Steel Lounge Chair.
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Iconic “wire” framed lounge chair designed by Warren Platner for Knoll Associates, 1966. The frame has been bronze plated and the upholstery is an updated red wool from the Knoll lin...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric.
This sofa d...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Adjustable Chaise, Knoll, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR adjustable chaise, Knoll 1980. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe coral pink velvet cushions with leather strapping. Adjustable MR loun...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Luxurious model 1705 easy lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Zinc
Monumental Sectional Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental three-piece sectional Omnibus sofa by Vladimir Kagan, 1970s. This very large sofa would look great in any Mid-Century Modern or Contemporary home. The scale is wonderful, however, new upholstery is recommended. The lucite bases are in good condition with age-appropriate wear. A classic masterpiece!
From the Complete Vladimir Kagan book...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black
By Knoll
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Vintage BKF Hardoy “Butterfly Chairs” for knoll. Mid 20th century manufacture (1950-1970s) notice the slightly bent “ears” at top. Presented in their origin...
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Iron
Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Sofa in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A love for his 1950s wingback design motivated Vladimir Kagan to circle back and produce a more contemporary version he later named the Fiftyish Sofa. Vladimir Kagan's tendency to ov...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post modern Vladimir Kagan Marilyn Sofa by Directional for Vladimir Kagan in new ivory white bouclé upholstery. Whimsical and happy, Kagan's Marilyn line...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Rare Vladimir Kagan 1960s Arm Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
These rare chairs were designed in the 1960s by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss in NYC. The seats are leather and the base and arms are stainless steel. Sleek modern high design an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Model 2328 Office Chair by Hannah & Morrison for Knoll, 1970s (2 Avail)
Located in Basel, BS
These rare beauties are hard to keep in stock!
This listing is for one chair, we have two available. Use the drop down menu to indicate how many chairs you would like.
The fabric o...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Robert Venturi "Chippendale" Chair for Knoll
By Robert Venturi, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Black laminate plywood, black leather seat.
Six available.
Category
Late 20th Century American Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Finnish Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Swivel Tulip Stools
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Queens, NY
"Pair of Mid-Century Finnish ""Tulip"" stools from the American Pedestal Collection (Late 1950s) upholstered in white leather, standing on white enameled metal bases. (EERO SAARINEN ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Chaise Longue Model 242 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, 1980's
Located in London, GB
The adjustable Model 242 MR Chaise Lounge was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927.
Produced in 1980 by Knoll International in the USA, with Brown leather and a chrome steel ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock Knoll Pollock Executive Chair Black Leather
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock executive arm chair.
One of Knoll's most significant chairs was designed in 1963 by Charles Pollock.
Sixty years after its introduction,...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An early 1960s lounge chair designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Chair is a great opportunity to purchase and redo. Desirable bronze frame. An absolutely iconic piece of design hist...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Wassily Lounge Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Budapest, HU
The Wassily chair, designed by Marcel Breuer in the 1920s for Knoll, stands as an iconic piece in the evolution of modern design. Renowned for its pioneering use of materials and dis...
Category
1920s Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six, Italy, the 1970s production.
Seat height 18
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 10 Eero Saarinen for Knoll 72C Executive Armless Chairs Chrome Legs *2016
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Eero Saarinen originally designed this chair in the 1950s MCM period for Knoll, model 72C armless executive chair with tubular steel legs, these have a production date of 2016, This ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid 20th Century Knoll Antimott Recliner & Footstool c.1960
By Knoll
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Mid 20th Century Knoll recliner from the Antimott range by the German furniture maker, dating back to 1960's. This chair and ottoman have been reupholstered in a soft sage green fabr...
Category
20th Century German Other Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Spoleto Side Chairs for Knoll International in Caramel Red Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Caramel red leather with polished chrome frames, laced backs and spring connectors on underside. Price is per set of 4
Category
1970s American International Style Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Wonderful mid-century slat bench or coffee table by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1950s. Stained ash. Early original Bowtie Label (Knoll Associates) that predates Knoll International. Has...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
nicely Restored Early Production Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eero Saarinen's "Grasshopper " chair model 61 was the first lounge chair he designed for Knoll in the late 1940s even before designing the Womb chair . Responding to what he saw as t...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Maple
1960s Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Welcome to Mid-Century NoHo
[Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll]
This sophisticated set of mid-century dining chairs, crafted by Warren Platner for Knoll, f...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair and Stool
Located in Dallas, TX
Mies van der Rohe's iconic Barcelona chair with stool. Stamped Knoll.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa in Plush Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa by Directional. Newly upholstered in a beautiful plush lustrous mohair fabric. Light blue gray.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Lucite, Mohair
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable super soft ivory white bouclé. Famous for his use of curves and amorphous shapes in furnishings, this Vladimir Kagan scallop form chaise lounge has an inviting profile and shape that beckons. The inner walls of the chaise provide all enveloping comfort with wide upholstered channels angled down towards the foot of the chaise. The channels - along with the texture of the ivory white bouclé - ventilate naturally keeping you cozy in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional chaise lounges that allow one to recline but are not typically plush, this Vladimir Kagan chaise is the antithesis. Super comfortable seat back, tall upholstered arm rests, thick cushioned seat, and angled upholstered side. Chic, sexy and luxurious. Works for all activities - naughty or nice - at all hours of the day. Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee while catching up on emails or reading the latest headlines. Take an afternoon nap. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine, phone a friend and catch up or work on your laptop. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise Lounge...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Executive' Dining Chair in Ocher Yellow Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, dining chair model 72, plywood, fabric, United States, design 1948, later production
An organic shaped chair designed by Eero Saarinen. A flui...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Rare Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Offered is a beautiful pair of rare Nautilus style swivel chairs born from the ingenuity of the celebrated Mid-Century Modern Icon Vladimir Kagan. Modern, warm and inviting this is a revolutionary model in comfort and style. Three quarter moon back arm support. The oval shaped bottom centrally swivels atop a circular upholstered disk. The chair's swivel feature lets you follow the action without leaving your seat. The curvilinear form and detailing is the perfect blend of masculine and feminine styles. The chairs have a welcoming presence that exudes high quality craftsmanship and a style that is very characteristic of Kagan. Newly upholstered in a rich rust colored velvet fabric. What better way is there to inject a touch of fun than with these bold and unique accent chairs...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, Model 150 BS
Located in Raleigh, NC
An incredible serpentine sofa from Vladimir Kagan designed in 1950. This example was originally upholstered in white leather with white lacquer bases, circa 2000.
Now restored in a...
Category
Early 2000s North American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Richard Schultz's Knoll 1407 Chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare chairs. These chairs by Richard Shultz designed inspired by the purist function using steel tube framing similar to bicycle manufacturing techniques. We are lucky to be abl...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Leather, Stainless Steel
Located in Kansas City, MO
Four available. Price is for each. Beautiful set of Barcelona Chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. Each example i...
Category
Early 2000s American Bauhaus Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vladimir Kagan Attributed Sofa and Swivel Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a unique design attributed Vladmir Kagan that we believe he did for boutique hotels. The swivel chair butts up to the sofa and can fit two people. The swivel turns 360 degree...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Knoll International Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair Of Knoll International Mies Van Der Rohe Brno leather lounge chairs from 1971
If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contac...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Directional, in Chinoiserie Tiger Velvet
Located in Culver City, CA
This Vladimir Kagan Cloud sofa is divine! This is not just any sofa; it's a fantastical journey into the world of design where comfort meets chic in the most delightful way possible...
Category
1990s American Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet
Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic Barcelona ottoman from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International c.1970s, USA. The ottoman has an X-shaped base with a polished chrome finish. The cushion features ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Marco Maran X3 Chairs for Knoll, Set of 4
By Knoll, Marco Maran
Located in Littleton, CO
A set of 4 Knoll "X3" chairs by Marco Maran for home or office, and everyday use or comfortable seating for occasional guests.
Each chair is comprised of a clear polycarbonate she...
Category
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair
This chair measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 47 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clearance of 29 inches
All piec...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Otto Zapf Executive Chairs in Original Saddle Brown Leather by Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Otto Zapf, a distinguished German product designer, embarked on his career in his homeland, driven by an enduring passion for flexibility and human-centered design. By the time he joined forces with Knoll in 1973, Zapf was already an accomplished designer, and his transition was as seamless as the furniture he would go on to create for the iconic brand. Marrying a distinctly German design philosophy centered on systems with a deep commitment to humanism and ease of use, Zapf crafted pieces that were as functional as they were inviting. His Softline System, a modular office storage suite, epitomized this approach by combining rigid frames with soft, attachable fabric surfaces. This design ethos found further expression in his Executive Seating Collection, where soft, upholstered pads mounted onto spring steel frames resulted in a creation unmistakably true to Zapf’s vision.
Zapf's commitment to "friendly design" is evident in every aspect of his Executive Seating Collection. He masterfully balanced the demands of comfort and ergonomics, crafting a chair that not only looks inviting but also offers unparalleled functionality—a hallmark of Knoll’s design philosophy. The innovative cushion system, a key feature of this chair, reflects Zapf's dedication to adaptability and ease of maintenance. Each of the five independent cushions can be effortlessly removed for repair or replacement, ensuring the chair’s longevity. The back cushions glide smoothly along dual rails of spring steel, adjusting to the user's preferred reclining position with natural ease. The result is a chair that not only welcomes but also adapts to the user, embodying the very essence of Zapf's design principles.
This particular chair is no longer in production, making it highly sought after, especially when presented in the timeless Saddle Brown leather as shown. We currently have six of Otto Zapf’s Executive Chairs...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Eero Saarinen Tulip Armchairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 4 Silver Tulip Armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Chairs are about 20 years old. A special edition of a classic chair design! Blue leather seat cushions. Finis...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Fiberglass
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Brown Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll, 1970s
Located in Vicenza, IT
Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and coffee brown leather.
Fully restored in Ital...
Category
1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa in Holly Hunt Smokey Flaxen
Located in Dallas, TX
Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa by Directional. Newly upholstered in a beautiful fabric by Holly Hunt. Smokey is a faux fur that feels super soft and look luscious.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Lucite
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Office Armchair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Astoria, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Office Armchair, deep green leather covered seat and back, atop five casters. 31.5" H x 26" W x 21" D; seat: 19" H; arm: 23" H. Provenance: From a 5...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Hurricane Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vladimir Kagan for Directional hurricane chair.
Offered is a classic post modern sculptural hurricane chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for Direct...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Vladimir Kagan Swivel Bilboa Chairs in Silk and Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the epitome of post-modern elegance with the Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa. This exquisite piece, upholstered in sumptuous silk and leather circa 1990s, embodies Kagan's artistic impressions from his time spent in Bilbao, Spain. Inspired by the architectural marvels of the Guggenheim Museum, this sofa features dynamic angles and graceful curves that bring sophistication and style to any space. We take pride in presenting high quality mid century modern furnishing that infuses timeless design into your home. Elevate your interiors with this iconic masterpiece, a true testament to luxurious living and artistic expression. Vladimir Kagan Bilboa Sofa...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, limited edition ‘Conference’ armchairs, velvet, coated metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957
This set of armchairs was commissioned by the UN...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
2020 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Ivory Suede
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Platner Arm Chairs, originally designed by Warren Platner in 1962. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2020. The chairs are comprised of ...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Rare No. 704 Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and classic Mid-Century Modern design.
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Lounge Chair Reupholstered in Your Fabric
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural modern lounge chair in nickel finish, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, circa 1970s. This chair is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. S...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Vladimir Kagan for Preview 3 Piece Sectional Sofa, 1987
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan by Preview 3 Piece Sectional sofa, 1987. Original upholstery.
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Matinee Sofa/Daybed by Vladimir Kagan
Manufactured by American Leather
2002
Back bolster is removable to transform the sofa into a Daybed
2 Tubular Pillows
Chocolate & Creme
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Tripod Stools Ottomans Footchair Vanity Chairs
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of Vladimir Kagan stools ottomans.
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
1990 Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Mies van der Rohe Model 250LS 4x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250LS, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929. These examples were produced by Knoll in the United States in 1990. The listed price includes one chair, and we have five chairs available for purchase. They feature solid, hand-polished stainless-steel frames (vs. the more commonly seen chrome-plated editions) and have patinated Whiskey Brown leather cushions. The retail price of these chairs was over double the cost of a standard chrome Barcelona...
Category
1990s American Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Bar Stool with Padding Mid Century Modern
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Elegant and iconic, this Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Bar Stool embodies the sleek minimalism of mid-century modern design. Crafted with a wireframe structure and cushioned seat, it off...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Knoll "Tulip" Chrome Stool by Eero Saarinen W/ Zebra Seat, Pair
By Knoll
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Eero Saarinen designed a chrome stool with a "tulip" shape made popular by this model in the knoll company. This steel cast stool features the original chrome finish with a Zebra pri...
Category
1950s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stool in Chrome 4x Available
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Bertoia Bar Stools, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the 2010s. The stools are comprised of welded and chro...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Knoll International Wassily Chair Design by Marcel Breuer Brown Saddle Leather
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Wassily chair, in chromed tubular steel and brown leather, was designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by Knoll International.
Knoll International production with the Wassily st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Seating
Materials
Chrome
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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