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Seating For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Victorian
Vintage Thonet Style Large Bamboo Bentwood Cane Rattan Rocking Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
A large Iconic bentwood rocking chair, attributed to Thonet. Made from bamboo in with caned back and seat. Measures: 22" x 42" x 42" / Seat Height - 20" at front before sitting, 1...
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Mid-20th Century Victorian Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Bentwood

Scandinavian modern pine daybed sofa made in Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern pine daybed sofa made in Sweden. Great daybed or sofa size of a twin bed doubles as a sofa or bed. Has lower cushion with 2 back and 2 side cushions. Upholstery i...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Danish Art Deco, Sculptural Round Pouf/Stool in Fabric & Burl Wood, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A luxurious Danish Art Deco pouf / stool. Upholstered in a glamorous flora fabric with a decadent burl wood base. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. This beautiful vintage ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Burl

Sling Chair Mod2 Leather, Arms Connected, Lounge Armchair Walnut + Olive Leather
Located in Bend, OR
This chair is exactly the same as our Classic sling chair with one exception: the arms connect to the back supports. This listing includes one chair. This award-winning leather and wood sling chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Cognac Leather Egg Chair, Mod. 3317 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Carl Malmsten Samsas Original Armchair
Located in Kramfors, SE
Carl Malmsten Samsas armchair for O.H. Sjögren from the mid 20th century. The chair is a Swedish modern classic and the Samsas series is today recognised as the most characteristic d...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s. The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designe...
Category

1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Suede, Oak

Kontiki Chair from Arne Norell Ab
Located in Rīga, LV
Very comfortable armchair Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in camel color leather. Wood parts were refinished (cleaned and re-lacquered), leather belts were steamed and tighten, leath...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and padded arms. Features queen anne legs and tufted upholst...
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Quality Set of Six Antique Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality set of six Antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs having a quality rosewood shaped back with a carved centre splat, newly reupholstered seats in a quality deep red velvet f...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Other

Easy chair by Poul Kjærholm & Jørgen Høj / Thorald Madsen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare easy chair JH 106 in ash with the original patinated flag halyard. Designed by Poul Kjærholm & Jørgen Høj in 1952. Manufactured by Thorald Madsen. Unrestored all original cond...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rope, Ash

Pair Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Needlepoint Parlor Armchairs C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Pair Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Needlepoint Parlor Armchairs, Ladies & Gents, C1880. Mea...
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19th Century High Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Settee or Loveseat in the Style of Kurt Olsen Style, 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Lovely and charming settee or loveseat made in Denmark, circa 1950. The style is similar to Kurt Olsen but the Designer and maker of this settee is unknown. Light but still sturdy an...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Beech

Alvar Aalto, Lounge Chair, Birch, Cowhide, Finland, 1940
Located in High Point, NC
An early production moulded birch and cowhide "Tank" lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Oy Turku, Finland, c. 1940. Provenance: Henr...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cowhide, Birch

Model OW150 Daybed, Ole Wanscher, Carl Hansen & Søn, 21st Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model OW150 daybed, designed by Ole Wanscher, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, 21st Century. Oak frame with black leather upholstery. Cotton webbing. Great condition, minor patina ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Cotton, Oak

Three bar stools in pine made by Asko, Finland, 1970s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great set of pine bar stools made by Asko, Finland, during the second half of the 20th century. Made in solid pine in the style of Rainer Daumiller.
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s. Safari Chair in green leather, stained beech and brass fittings model "Dickie". Designed by Arne Norell and man...
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pair of Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Yellow Gold Mohair
Located in LEWES, GB
A super pair of modern lounge chairs / armchairs. Beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a yellow gold, premium, soft, pure mohair fabric. Handmade in England. Also ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Mohair, Beech

5' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Charcoal Ashwood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Ash

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s curved Danish sofa. Original velvet upholstery. Birch legs.
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Danish modern Madsen & Schubell tan Leather Swivel Lounge chair with ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern Madsen & Schubell tan Leather Swivel Lounge chair with ottoman. Great Scandinavian designed chair and ottoman with tan leather cushions and suede backing with Oak cladd...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Suede, Oak

1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen, 7 Solid Wood Carver Chairs, Red Wool Upholstery
Located in London, GB
1960s Steffen Syrach-Larsen 7 solid wood carver chairs sold individually. Seat and back upholstered with red wool. Made by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. Model presented at The Copen...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Wool

Hans Wegner Model GE 375 Lounge Chair in California Sheepskin, Two Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
With gorgeous patinaed oak, custom California sheepskin cushions, and a finishing touch of beautiful leather for the headrest, this Hans Wegner lounge chair is incredible. And so com...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Oak

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height: 18" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional fee. Le...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Superb Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm swivel armchairs. Beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, soft, ivory pure alpaca wool fabric, on a wooden base. Swivels 90 ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Alpaca, Beech, Oak

English Button Back Armchair by Cornelius V. Smith
Located in Faversham, GB
A generously proportioned over stuffed Cornelius V. Smith button back armchair in pink stripe linen. Mahogany turned front legs and splayed back legs, all raised on original brass c...
Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Linen, Oak

Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Lounge Chairs in Fabric and Birch for Artek
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto Pair of 400 ‘Tank’ Armchairs in fabric upholstery and lacquered birch for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Price noted is for a pair of Tank chairs in f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Arne Norell Ari Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Low slung steel framed leather 'Ari' Lounge chair by Swedish designer Arne Norell from 1966. This vintage lounge chair comes with original patinated leathe The soft high gloss chrome...
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Odd Knutsen Luna Lounge Chairs by Hjellegjerde Mobler Norway 1970's 6 available
Located in New York, NY
Incredible lot of six vintage mid century Luna chairs designed by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Mobler circa 1970's, made in Norway. The chairs feature a leather sling seat, which is ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bruno Mathsson "Pernilla" Chaise Longue Chair in Saddle Girths, 1964
Located in Odense, DK
Bruno Mathssons iconic "Pernilla" Chaise Longue made in 1964 at Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden. Original braided saddle girth. Solid birchwood with a beautiful warm patina. Equipped wit...
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Beech

1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa in Biedermeier style, furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa in Biedermeier style. Green furniture velour, ash wood, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 20 years ago. Very good condi...
Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Pair of 1970s Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Esko Pajamies “Africa” chairs for Asko. Finland. Unique chairs made of oak, brown leather and wide canvas strapping. 1970’s Delivery To NYC $425. Please inquire.
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Oak

6' Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Late 19th Century Eastlake Dining Chairs With Thabut Parrot Upholstery Fabric(4)
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This elegant set of four Eastlake dining chairs from the late 19th century showcases the intricate craftsmanship characteristic of the Eastlake style. The carved walnut frames featur...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Ilona, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ilona easy chairs with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.  
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Black Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax. Solid beech wood Stain: Black The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Seat Height: 15.5" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional fee...
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Swedish Curved Arm Easy Chairs in Charcoal Sheepskin Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish curved mid century arm easy chairs attributed to Otto Schulz produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good condition and newly reupholstered in a dark charcoal matching she...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Colorful Scandinavian modern pine 3 seat sofa made in Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Colorful Scandinavian modern pine 3 seat sofa or daybed made in Sweden. Has 3 lower cushions with 3 back cushions. Upholstery is tufted bright blue and purple stripes foam is high qu...
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Teve Easy Chair by Alf Svensson, 1950's
Located in Uccle, BE
This pair of lounge chairs was designed in 1953 by Swedish furniture designer Alf Svensson. Manufactured by Studio Ljungs Industrier AB Malmö during the 1950s. The model is called "T...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Vintage Rope Woven Lounge Chair in the style of Hans Wegner
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage rope woven lounge chair in the style of Hans Wegner gorgeous natural solid teak wood frame with rope seat and back. Excellent vintage condition minimal signs of wear. Chair b...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rope, Oak

Contemporary Chair 'Elé' by Ann Demeulemeester, Black Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair 'Elé' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax. Solid beech wood Stain: Black The 'Elé' chair by Ann Demeulemeester is a timeless expression of understated elegance a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

1950s Set of 8 Danish Leather Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen. Teak wood frames with original green leather. Denmark, 1950’s We offer delivery to NYC for $399. Please inquire.
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Poul Jensen Z Chair for Selig c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Voguish architectural lounge chair by Poul Jensen for Selig, made in Denmark circa 1960's. This iconic chair features a dramatic solid teak frame, with loose cushion seat and back cu...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Carl-Johan Boman Pair of Finnish Curved Easy Chairs in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish curved easy chairs, designed by Carl-Johan Boman. Produced by Oy Boman Ab in Finland, 1940s. Tapered wooden legs, seats are newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin. Pl...
Category

1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Inger Klingenberg dining chairs in rosewood Fristho The Netherlands 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic set of six sculptural dining chairs model IK designed by Inger Klingenberg and manufactured by Fristho Franeker, The Netherlands 1960. Crafted from rich rosewood, these cha...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Rare stool by Torsten Claeson, Sweden ca. 1940
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare stool by Torsten Claeson, Sweden ca. 1940 Beautiful patina, consistent with age and wear. Made of pine wood. Heigth: 44-47 cm/17.3-18.5 inch Depth: 25 cm/9.8 inch Width: 46 c...
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Modern D Scan Dining Chairs Teak Frames & Oatmeal Fabric Set of 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern D Scan dining chairs comprised of teak frames & oatmeal tweed fabric, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping ...
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1970s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Lounge chairs attributed to Axel Larsson
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Lounge chairs attributed to Axel Larsson. Manufactured around the 1940s in Sweden. Beautiful curvy wooden edges currently upholstered in a blue fabric. Frames are sold in th...
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

c. 1956 Knud Andersen Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Teal Wool, Set of Ten (10)
By Knud V. Andersen for Anton Michelsen
Located in Oakland, CA
Sculptural set of ten (10) mid-century Danish dining chairs, handcrafted by Harbo Sølvsten & Knud Andersen, I. C. A. Jensen, Aarhus, Denmark, 1956. Model KA120, characterized by thei...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak

High Childs Chair "Peggy" by Karin Mobring for Ikea, Sweden, 1950s
By IKEA
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Ikea childs high chair designed by Karin Mobring in 1959, model "Peggy". Original red color in very good condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Birch

Niels Otto Moller 1962 Dining Chair with Original Blue Wool Cord - Model 62
Located in London, GB
This Model 62 dining chair with arms by Niels Otto Moller with original blue wool woven cord seats is in especially good condition. The round label dates these chairs as made between...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Hardwood

19th century Howard and Sons Pickwell Tub Armchair
Located in Batley, GB
A 19th century Howard & Sons Pickwell armchair. Raise on walnut legs with the original H&S stamped casters. Retaining its original buttoned fillings which are plump and soft. The se...
Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin lounge chairs, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of striking Danish Modern lounge chairs, in an oversized, functionalist design. Upholstered with sheepskin, compact wooden feet.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Swedish or danish designer curved sofa from the 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful sofa made by unknown swedish or danish designer and cabinetmaker during the first half of the 20th century. Great shape with a slight curve.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Stump Chair 'Kubbstol' ca 1950 Made of solid pine. Heigth: 93 cm/36.6 inch Depth: 52 cm/20.4 inch Width: 57 cm/22.4 inch Seat Heigth: 47 cm/18.5 inch
Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

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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