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Seating For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1920s
Vintage 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Sofa in Barrow Fabric
Located in Saint Louis, US
An undeniably beautiful and coveted antique 19th Century Duncan Phyfe sofa upholstered in a feline Onyx Merramec Barrow fabric. One of the brilliant...
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1920s American Neoclassical Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Mahogany

'DS-600'/'Snake' sofa by Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, De Sede
Located in New York, NY
Striking modular sofa system composed of 22 L-shaped armchair modules, including two sculptural end pieces. Each unit features a plush, upholstered seat and backrest wrapped in rich ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Felt

Giancarlo Piretti "Sistema 61" Seven Piece Green Modular Sofa for Castelli, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and iconic example of Italian modular design, this Sistema 61 sofa was created by Giancarlo Piretti in the 1970s for Anonima Castelli. Upholstered in its original green fabric...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen "Series 7" Stackable Beech and Chrome Chairs for Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Series 7' natural beech wood stacking chairs for Fritz Hansen. Seats made of pressure-molded Beech atop chrome frames. In original condition with visible wear, consist...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional, Signed
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Mid Century Modern Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa for Directional, USA circa 1970's. This highly collectable and des...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood

Wonderful Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 6 Piece Cube Sofa Sectional Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual curved back 6-piece cube sectional sofa by Milo Baughman. We have had many many cube sofas by Mr. Baughman but we have never seen this design with the curved back. The origin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 2 Vintage MR10 Chairs by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
The MR10 chairs produced for Knoll represent an original furniture design conceptualized by Mies van der Rohe. These vintage chairs are iconic, with frames that draw inspiration from...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

"675 MARALUNGA" Sofa, Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Neuss, NW
"675 MARALUNGA" Sofa based on the design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina from the early 1970s. Original cover made of high-quality black-grey striped fabric. The backrests of the two...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Textile

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...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and lucite "Omnibus" sofa designed and produced by Vladimir Kagan, USA, 1970s.   Seat height 18”
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

Set of Six Wicker and Chrome Dining Chairs att. to Fabricus Kastholm for Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of woven wicker and tubular chrome dining chairs, design attributed to Kastholm and Fabricus, for Harvey Probber Inc. made in Denmark circa 1970’s. There is some debate with...
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1970s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Sectional Sofa Newly Reupholstered
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning mid-century modern two-piece sectional curved sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. An exceptional sofa both for its form and quality, it is a distinctive and h...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Modernist Le Corbusier by Cassina LC4, "Poneyskin" Leather on Black Frame, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Arguably the most iconic piece by Swiss-born architect and designer Le Corbusier (Charles-Édouard Jeanneret), the LC4 Chaise Longue exemplifies the modernist pursuit of form followin...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Steel

Set of Ten Bentwood Dining Chairs in the style of Marcel Breuer, 1970s, Cane
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Ten Bentwood Dining Chairs in the style of Marcel Breuer, bentwood and cane. From the late seventies, from a beautiful modern Coral Gables home.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Wood, Bentwood

“Marenco” cognac leather sofa designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex, Italy 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Mario Marenco, in collaboration with the renowned Italian furniture manufacturer Arflex, introduced the iconic 'Marenco' two-seater sofa to the design world in 1970. This opulent and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Warren Platner Easy Chair and Ottoman in Scalamandre Pink Tigre Fabric
Located in Saint Louis, US
This original vintage Platner chair and ottoman is a sight for sore eyes. Our vision was to make this chair enticing and of course, visually ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Jean Gillon Tijuca Chairs and Ottoman, a Set of 3
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare set of Jean Gillon “Tijuca” chairs and ottoman consisting of two oversized chairs and an ottoman. These are increasingly more difficult to, e...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1970s Shaker Style Dining Chairs in Seagrass and Pinewood, Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
Charming set of shaker style dining chairs made in Sweden in the 1970s. The chairs are executed in solid pinewood and the seats are woven seagrass. In the style of Charles Dodouyt.
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1970s Swedish Shaker Vintage Seating

Materials

Seagrass, Pine

Pair of Armchairs for Mobilgirgi by Mario Marenco, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding pair of Armchairs realized by Mario Marenco for Mobilgirgi in 1970s. Walnut and leather. Original uphostery, marked Mobilgirgi. Very good condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

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 Petite French Louis XVI-Style Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, French 1920s petite-scale, Louis XV-style painted armchairs. The chairs feature delicately carved frames showing several layers of old, naturally distressed paint. New...
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Seating

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Antique English Hall Bench Carved Oak Barley Twist Jacobean Lift Top Settee
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Hall Bench Carved Oak Barley Twist Jacobean Lift Top Settee. Direct from England, a classic British antique hall bench or settee with traditional charm and Jacobean ...
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1920s British Jacobean Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Chair by Thonet, No. 18 "Wide" 1970s, 1 of 3
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair "Wide" in great vintage condition (well preserved). Chairs are lightly refreshed and the cane on two chairs was replaced with new webbing. ...
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1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood

Luciano Bertoncini for Bellato Italian Oak Wicker Dining Chairs 1970s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design set of six dining chairs designed by Luciano Bertoncini and produced by Bellato with solid oak frame legs, tubular steel seat upholstered in wicker,I...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Eames Time Life Executive Chair in Whiskey Calf Skin Leather, 1970s
Located in Coronado, CA
A fantastic, vintage 1970s example of the Eames "Time Life Executive" chair, quite simply the ultimate desk chair. Supreme comfort with amazing tilt back mechanism. Built to last for...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of German Brutalist oak and suede lounge chairs
Located in Liberty, NY
Amazing pair of oversized Scandinavian styled German brutalist lounge chairs. The heavy oak frames have beautifully crafted through mortis and tenon joinery, cushions are upholster...
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1970s German Brutalist Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Suede, Oak

'Superstar' Chrome and Leather Sigurd Ressell Falcon Style Chairs
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning lounge chair and ottoman called the 'Superstar' which was designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in Denmark. It features a beautiful brown leather with a chrome ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Antique French Louis XVI Alpaca Mohair Love Seat Sofa with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Alpaca Mohair Love Seat Sofa with Carved Details Country: France Materials: Carved Wood, Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Seating

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Wammes Brown Leather Lounge Chair by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis 1970s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This Wammes lounge chair in brown leather was designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis around the 1970s. This easy chair is very comfortable to sit in and also a real eye-catcher i...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s. Gorgeous two and half seater buttoned Chesterfield style sofa in beautiful pat...
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1970s Swedish Chesterfield Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS11 Style Leather Patchwork Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Laauser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
De Sede DS11 style leather patchwork lounge chair and ottoman by Laauser, Germany. In original condition with visible wear including heavy scratches to leather, and fading. Wear is c...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Small Vintage Modernist Chrome Cantilever Chair in Leopard Print Fabric
Located in Amityville, NY
A small round modernist style tubular chrome cantilever chair in new leopard or cheetah animal print velvet. Brand new upholstery in Brunschwig & Fils Madeleine’s Leopard Velvet in B...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

1970s, highback Danish armchair with footstool, furniture wool, solid oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, highback Danish armchair with footstool. Blue/gray furniture wool fabric, solid oak wood, springs in the seat cushion. The chair was reupholstered by craftsman about 10 years ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 30.75 wide x 33 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Marzio Cecchi First Edition Daybed for Studio Most, Italy 1973
Located in Milan, IT
Marzio Cecchi First Edition Daybed for Studio Most. This design debuted at the 7th Salon International du Meuble, Paris. 1973 The present lot is one of a few known examples of this f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Steel

1920s-1930s Pair of Bauhaus-style lounge chairs by Mücke & Melder
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Pair of Bauhaus-style lounge chairs by Mücke & Melder, dating from the 1920s–1930s. Featuring original green upholstery in vintage condition with visible signs of age including some ...
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1920s Czech Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Modern Cantilever Slipper Lounge Chairs in Teak and Beige Canvas
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Slipper lounge chairs, teak, leather, canvas fabric, Scandinavia, 1970s These slipper lounge chairs originate from 1970s Scandinavia. The overall shape reads as a confident assembl...
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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Teak

Mario Marenco for Arflex Marius&Marius Sofa in Brownish Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Marenco for Arflex, 'Marius&Marius' sofa, leather, plastic, lacquered wood, Italy, 1970s The Marius&Marius sofa, designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex in the 1970s, is an objec...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic, Wood

Adriano Piazzesi Tumble chair by Tre D Italy 1973
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The amazing Tumble lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Adriano Piazzesi and manufactured by Tre D in Italy in 1973, is a rare and highly sought-after piece of Italian design. This ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Modular Corner Sofa “Deca” Series Design Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, RM
Modular Corner Sofa “Deca” Series Design Tito Agnoli Techniform Collection – Arflex Production. Italy 1970. Original manufacturing stamp. Single module dimensions 70 W x 65 H × 87 D ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs Maroon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Modern Fully Upholstered leather lounge Parsons chairs in Maroon by Drexel. These modern chairs feature a unique Design with soft leather and comfortable seat. Made Circa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs, Inc C. 1950
Located in High Point, NC
A rocking lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagan Designs Inc. Designed c. 1950s, produced c. 1970s. Features finely carved walnut, reupholstered i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Danish Henning Kjærnulf Style Sofa of Solid Oak with Original Striped Wool 1970
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage sofa most likely designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured in Denmark by EG Møbler. The frame and armrests are made of turned and carved solid oak upholstered with...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Oak

Cubist Art Deco Armchair in Vermilion Mohair Velvet and Maple, Belgium, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking Art Deco armchair was manufactured in Belgium in the mid 1920s. The distinct tiered and angular shape of the design is a great example of the influence of cubism in this particular era. The originality of the design and the craftsmanship of the production make this a unique piece. The chair has a rounded and curved backrest and a deep seat. The optional loose pillow adds additional seating comfort to the back. The elegant frame is executed in solid European maple wood which has been finished in a darker brown stain. The chair is upholstered in a sumptuous deep pile mohair velvet in a beautiful vermilion color. The chair is in overall good condition. The wood with minor wear consistent with age and use. The upholstery recently renewed. The seat with a single minor stain. Provenance: Yves de Smet, Gent, Belgium Literature: Paul Maenz...
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Maple

Luciano Frigerio, Sectional Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A sectional dark-stained wood and off-white fabric sofa produced by Luciano Frigerio, Italy, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5"H x 24.0"W x 38.0"D Seat Height (inches): 1...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Linn Series Modular Sofa by August Inc.
Located in Hanover, MA
Ergonomic modular sofa sectional seating group produced by August, Inc. of Centerville, Ohio founded in 1975 by Judy and Lee Fister Jr. whose three philosophies were cornerstones of ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

70s Postmodern Upholsted Seat Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, Set of 6
Located in Basel, BS
Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Vladimir Kagan, Rare Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs C. 1950
Located in High Point, NC
A rare lounge lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagans Design. Designed c. 1950s, this example produced c. 1970. Features finely carved walnut, reu...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

'Relaxer 2' Rocking Chair by Verner Panton for Rosenthal Studio-Line, 1974
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Verner Panton Relaxer. Designed in 1974 and manufactured by Rosenthal Studio-line in Germany. Labeled. Beech wood solid frame with cushion in original yellow cotton fabric. ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Rare Coronado Armchairs in Tobacco Leather by T.Scarpa for B&B, Italy 1974.
Located in Milano, IT
Coronado armchair in tobacco-colored leather by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 1974, rare with original label and certificate of authenticity. It is fully original and well-preserved. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Max Stacker Conference Office Chairs by Steelcase, 1970s
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Max Max-Stacker office conference room chairs by Steelcase in iconic orange. These comfortable lounge or desk chairs f...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Antonio Citterio Baisity B&B Italia Divano Design 1970’s Space Age Modernariato
Located in Taranto, IT
Antonio Citterio Baisity B&B Italia Divano Design 1970’s Space Age Modernariato. Struttura in legno rivestimento in tessuto di colore bianco,...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of Chairs " Maia " by Giotto Stoppino for Bernini, Italy 1970s.
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Chairs model “ Maia ” a series of 4 Missoni-style fabric chairs. Designed by Giotto Stoppino and produced Bernini, Italy 1970s. Designer - Giotto Stoppino. Producer - Bernini. ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Scandinavian Swedish pine log stump chair "kubbstol" 1970s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Lovely pine log chair often named Kubbstol or Kubbestol. This wonderful handmade solid pine chair came to us as Swedish although several Scandinavian countries like Norway made these...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

Set of 6 Benny Linden Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Fraser, MI
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs. Four side chairs Two arm chairs. Signed: Benny Linden
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1970s Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman Designed by Percival Lafer, c1970s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Elevate your living space with this stunning Vintage Mid Century Modern Brazilian MP-163 "Earth" Lounge Chair and Ottoman, masterfully designed by the iconic Percival Lafer in the 19...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Child Size French Made 1920s era Hand Woven Louis XV Style Cane Arm Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XV style cane arm chair, pettie, childs size. Solid wood frame and arms. Cane back and seat. Does show scratches and finish loss. Minor break in cane. Dimensions: 23 1/4" h x...
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Bruno Rey Postmodern Chair For Dietiker 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Bruno Rey Chair For Dietiker 1970s
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

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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