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Seating For Sale
Fausto stool manufactured by Simon International edition Ultramobile, 1973
Located in Ravenna, IT
Fausto armless chair, produced by Simon International edition Ultramobile in 1973. Composed of polished bronze, the seat has a humanoid structure, with the addition of the soft lamb ...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Danish Henning Kjærnulf Razor Blade Chairs of Oak + New Sheepskin 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a set of 6 Danish vintage razor blade chairs in great country style.
They are designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Furni...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Mah Jong Ten Piece Living Landscape by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois France
Located in Dronten, NL
Large living room set by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, called the "Mah Jong" sectional sofa.
Included in this set are 10 pieces in total which include 6 square seat cushions (which ...
Category
2010s French Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Large English Chesterfield Sofa of Tufted Leather from the Edwardian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine, large Chesterfield sofa upholstered in original patinated chestnut leather from the Edwardian era - featuring a deep button-tufted back, scroll arms, and comfortable seat, wi...
Category
Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Materials
Metal
DOOQ! NEW! Organic Modernist Cindy Red and White chair with arms
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ! NEW! Organic Modernist Cindy chair with arms
Introducing Cindy, our latest addition embodying the essence of the new wave movement. With its sleek design and fluid lines, Cind...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
Located in San Mateo, CA
Pair of Barcelona chairs manufactured by Knoll. These have a polished stainless steel frame with tan or saddle colored leather. These were purchased in the 1970's. The chair frames s...
Category
1970s American International Style Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair Of Antique French Directoire Period Painted Armchairs, Late 18th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRENCH UPHOLSTERED CHAIRS
A pair of extremely romantic chairs with carved frames, painted in a buttery cream paint with sap green and orange details. naturally worn ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Seating
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Mid Century Orange Pink Velvet, Walnut Wood, Heart Chair, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renova...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Pair of French Folk Art Chairs C1930
Located in Trensacq, FR
Fabulous pair of wooden Folk Art chairs from France C1930. Unusual pine seating with curved planks on the back and legs giving off an almost 'Art Deco' vibe. This versatile duo will...
Category
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Seating
Materials
Metal
Modern Black Leather Modular Sectional Tappo Sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Modern black leather 6-piece modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta Contract. It retains its original tags. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, all of the leather has been cleaned & reconditioned but there is a small poke or indention (not a hole) on one back, a couple of seats have some crazing in the leather, & the leather shows signs of age-related use in places. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Design 1973. Production, 1986.
Is there anything more BEAUTIFUL than black leather?? Well, actually… NO!! ESPECIALLY when it’s wrapped around an INCREDIBLE vintage modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta!!! That’s right!!!!! This is a wonderful black leather modular sectional Tappo sofa by John Mascheroni for Vecta Contract composed of 6 pieces including 2 wedges and 4 straight pieces. It was originally designed in 1973 by John Mascheroni where it won “Best New Seating” design… and after you experience its luscious leather foam filled cushions and low profile, ergonomically pleasing composition… it’s EASY to see how it won that award!!! And talk about versatility OVERLOAD!!! It is VERY modular. We have photographed it in a couple of different setups ideal for a fantastic seating situation in your living or family room, sitting area, or maybe your entertainment room. Group it with a gorgeous chaise lounge, marvelous coffee table, a gorgeous pair of end tables, a fabulous accent or side table, or all the above!!! Comfort, versatility, spectacular style, and it’s BURSTING with an unmeasurable Modern MAGNIFICENCE you are sure to ADORE for years to come!!!
John Mascheroni was born in 1932 and has been designing furniture since he began his working career. He studied Industrial Design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York and he worked at his father’s furniture factory where he learned to create reproductions of European antiques. Eventually he opened his own design practice with a showroom in New York’s elite D & D Building. He had many influences over the years including Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobson, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Mies van der Rohe, & Jean-Michel Frank but stated that he was most influenced by Charles & Ray Eames & George Nelson and their awareness of the human body and the ability to design furnishings ergonomically appropriate. His famed 1966 design of the “Tubo Table” is in a collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. Today he is a spirited 90 years old and has been working with Lazar Furniture...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Set of 4 Polished Brass Chiavari Chairs with Red Velvet, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Set of 4 stunning Italian polished brass Chiavari chairs with bat motif and red velvet original upholstery, circa 1950s. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Chair, Oak Stained Black by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
With the Ombra Tokyo chair, Charlotte Perriand came up with an iconic ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Verner Panton Model Cone K1 Chairs by Plus Linje 60s
Located in Oirlo, LI
The Cone K1 Chair, designed in 1958 by visionary Danish designer Verner Panton, is a striking example of mid-century modern innovation. Produced by Plus-Linje, this chair embodies Pa...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
18th Century English Settle
Located in Cirencester, GB
We sourced this handsome panelled oak settle from The Old House, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire.
Early 18th Century with a leather hinged seat with storage underneath. All in very good...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair Of George Smith Signature Lounge Chairs For Restoration (#1)
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of George Smith custom upholstered signature lounge chairs with rolled English arm and feather filled cushions. The chairs with loose pillow back and seat, turned front legs and...
Category
20th Century English Hollywood Regency Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Post Italian Modern Leather Bar Stools by Matteo Grassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Metal, Original Black Leather
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Tom Dixon Natural Oak Wood and Cognac Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Slab' Natural Oak Wood and Cognac Leather Lounge Chair
Part of his expanding line of furniture, Tom Dixon's Slab Lounge Chair is constructed in simple geometric shapes th...
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Plywood
A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé, this piece represents the avant-garde of the postmodern design era, of which Russian...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Upholstered Ottoman Bench in Stone Washed Linen with Faded Stripe
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Berg Linen Stripe Ottoman bench, upholstered in a heavy weight stone washed stripe linen featuring a flax linen natural background with a faded coco brown stripe. Mad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood
20th Century Gio Ponti Cassina Pair of Armchairs for Hotel Royal in Naples '50s
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary Knot Antique Exotic Bench by CEU Studio
By CEU Studio
Located in New York, NY
Knot Bench by CEU
L 100" x W 17.7" x H 15.7"
Shipping is not included. See our shipping policies. Please contact us for shipping quotes and customization options.
Lead time is 16...
Category
2010s Balinese Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Milo Baughman Scoop Chair in Soft Ivory Bouclé with Iron Legs c. 1950s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This Milo Baughman 1950s Scoop chair hits all the marks with a gorgeous Mid Century Modern sculptural profile, a very comfortable ergonomic design with a wide seat, and new soft ivor...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Iron
Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi Set of Six 'Sapporo' Dining Chairs, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
The highly acclaimed and superbly crafted 'Sapporo' dining chairs, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy, circa 1970. These chairs are made from Italian walnut with a stun...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
"Elodie" Sofa in Old Rose Recycled Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Elodie Sofa draws inspiration from the elegant curves of 1930s French design, channeling the works of Jean Royère, Pierre Chareau and Marc du Plantier. With its deep seat, soft b...
Category
2010s Cambodian Seating
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Modernist Rocking Chair, Soren Georg Jensen, 1950's
Located in London, GB
An absolutely classic Modernist rocking chair design by Soren Georg Jensen for Kubus, Denmark, circa 1950's. The teak frame has some outstanding shape profiles from all directions. F...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pierre Chapo S15 lounge chair France, 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Highly comfortable S15 lounge chair in tan leather, designed by Pierre Chapo and manufactured in his own workshop, France 1967.
The design of this chair is a great example of follow...
Category
1960s Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Elm
Brutalist Tree Chair
Located in Schellebelle, BE
A brutalist,massive Tree Chair from France from the 1950 ies,
the chair is made out of different parts of wood,
very decorative chair , comfortable seating,
warm Grey patina and shin...
Category
1950s European Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
pair Martin Visser SZ01 Easy Chairs for 't Spectrum, 1960 Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of two SZ01 armchairs designed by Martin Visser for Spectrum. This armchair was designed in 1960 and has been in production ever since. We have heard that these armchai...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wicker
Jules Leleu Style French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Jules Leleu
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Art Deco period dining chairs
In the manner of Jules Leleu
France, Circa 1930s
Macassar ebony wood, with brass studded upholstered seats.
Measures: 17.5"W x...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Antique Italian Hexagonal Black Walnut Side Table Stool with Bobbin Turned Legs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful antique Italian solid walnut side table, features hexagonal top with beveled edges over six beautifully bobbin turned legs, connected to one another with optogonal star sha...
Category
20th Century Italian Renaissance Seating
Materials
Wood
Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt “Opium” Lounge Chair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous lounge chair by Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Three Bruno Rey for Dietiker Light Birch Bar Stools with Chrome Footrests
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 beech bar stools designed by Bruno Rey for Dietiker. Small backrests and round, chrome footrests. Historically, created from the most successful Swiss chair ever produced, 'the 3300 chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Oak & Sheepskin Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Henry Kjærnulf, 1940s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs by Danish designer Henry Kjærnulf made in the 1950s Denmark. The chairs are made from solid oakwood with a nice grain and patina. They have been reup...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Chakra Stool Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Perhaps nothing is more captivating than nature's enduring metamorphosis, persisting in graceful transformation even beyond the boundaries of life. In this enchanting ritual - one wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Seating
Materials
Cane
Pierre Jeanneret 055 Capitol Complex Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1950, relaunched in 2019.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
This chair is one of the most recognisable in Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex, fou...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood
S24 Chair by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in grand Lancy, CH
French furniture designer and craftsman. Pierre Chapo studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, graduating in 1958. He then travelled in Scandin...
Category
1960s French Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Elm
Pair of McGuire Boho Rattan Target Back Armchairs with Ottoman
By John McGuire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of John Elinor McGuire lounge armchairs in honeyed brown bamboo and rattan, beautifully formed with square backs detailed by X splats with target motif concentric circles in g...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Leather
Set Of 8 Dining Chairs With Semi Upholstered Seat & Back In Walnut Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This stylish chair combines the warmth and durability of solid ash wood with the comfort of upholstery. The seat and backrest are half upholstered, creating a unique and visually app...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa in Velvet
Located in Wichita, KS
This beautiful one arm slipper sofa is upholstered in blush pink velvet and is made by Lee industries. its scale is modern and its lines are soft and curved. The sofa is made by Le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Danish Deco Armchair with Fringe
Located in Portland, OR
Danish Deco Design. A curvy and cozy armchair in original mohair with silk fringe. Outstanding original condition. Imported from Denmark. Made by a cabinetmaker circa 1930s. Very sol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Post Modern Chaise Lounge by Thayer Coggin att. to Milo Baughman c 1980/90's
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Postmodern, Hollywood Regency style upholstered chaise lounge, made by Thayer Coggin, design attributed to Milo Baughman circa 1980/90's.
The chaise features an asymmet...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Palizzata Briccola Wood Bench Featuring a Zig-Zag Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Palizzata designed by Michele De Lucchi for Riva 1920 is a bench entirely made of solid Briccola wood. It is distinguished by the ziz-zag shape of the backrest which defines the seat...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Neo Classical Patinated Steel & Upholstery Maison Ramsay Bench - France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Bend end bench in dark patinated steel and alcantara. Maison Ramsay, France 1960's.
In good vintage condition. The patina has been redone on this structure which was originally a cof...
Category
1960s Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
The Laziness Armchair in Brazilian Solid Wood with a rocking footstool
Located in São Paulo, SP
Laziness is a laid-back and spacious rocking armchair, crafted for sitting/lying down and unwinding. The low seat height from the ground draws inspiration from Japanese rocking chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood, Hardwood
Habitant, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and off-white fabric lounge chairs produced by Habitant, USA, c. 1940s.
Upholstered in brand new fabric.
Dimensions: 40” H x 29” W x 35” D
Seat Height: 17.75” H
A...
Category
1940s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Pair Of Armchairs Vicar Vico MAGISTRETTI Artemide 1970's
Located in Taranto, IT
Pair Of Vicar Armchairs Vico MAGISTRETTI Artemide 1970's.
Structure to be restored and repainted, no breaks.
Width 67 cm, Depth 60 cm, Height 68 cm, Seat height 39 cm
Shipping i...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Danish Modern Teak Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish Modern teak three seat sofa circa 1970s. Robust, solid frame with lovely joinery. Seat deck webbing needs updating, as is upholstery in decent condition.
An unrestored item ...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Bertu Side Chairs, Chili Modern Side Chair, Oak, White Oak
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Side Chairs, Chili Modern Side Chair, Oak - 0721
This Chile Modern Side Chair is beautifully constructed from solid oak in Ohio, USA. The lounge chair's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This is the perfect chair for any space, indoor or outdoor. This specific wood species is for indoor only; please contact for outdoor options. Price includes thick weave fabric (multiple colors available) and finish of your choice.
Designer Inspiration: "I am inspired by my love for travel. So many places that inspire me have very minimal furniture, often built-in sofas with big comfy cushions, hammocks, raw natural wood, etc. The feel is low-key, simple, and comfortable. The wood isn't refined, it just IS. I envision this furniture used for indoor/outdoor spaces or any room that needs some comfort or relief. The Chile chair...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of Viggo Boesen Attributed Scandinavian Lounge Chairs in Oak and Sheepskin
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sumptuous pair of low, Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs in oak with rounded arms, canted rear legs, and deeply enveloping frames upholstered in camel/beige shearling sheepskin, attr...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" Easy Chair for Westnofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall back "Siesta" easy chair with attractively curved wooden frame and upholstered seat and back covered in dark brown leather. Designed by Norwegian architect and designer Ingmar R...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa in Mohair, C 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Experience timeless elegance with this vintage sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Fully restored and reupholstered in luxurious Mohair by Holland & Sherry, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Hoop Armchair by PALANGE & TOFFOLONI
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Armchair designed by Piero Palange and Werther Toffolon. Italy, Germa, 1972.
Black lacquered wooden frame with the original leather upholstery. This is model G23. Seat height: 35 cm...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian Ekornes Stressless Recliner White Lounge Chair + Ottoman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes Stressless Lounge Chair White + Ottoman
Chair 39.5 h x 31.5 w x 26 d seat arm 21.5h seat h 16.5
Ottoman 16.5 h 22 w x 15 d
Original preo...
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Michel Dufet Lounge Chair
By Michel Dufet
Located in CA, CA
A rare lounge chair designed by Michel Dufet, circa 1930
Two curved arms sweep down to the legs holding a low slung rounded seat, upholstered in taupe mohair.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Beech Beam Bench 5' Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Experience the rustic charm of our Hardwood Beam Bench, crafted from a variety of native wood species and featuring a backless and narrow design. The simple lines highlight the uniqu...
Category
2010s American Rustic Seating
Materials
Steel
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 1960s1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern Minerva sofa or daybed.
Design by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for France & Søn.
Striking Danish design from the 1960s.
Solid teak fram...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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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