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Seating For Sale
Thonet N.18 Beech and Vienna Straw Chair 1960s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Chair known as model No. 18, with curved beech frame with blachandmade Vienna straw intact. Designed by Michael Thonet in 1876.
Category
1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Canvas, Hardwood, Beech, Bentwood
$379 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Leather Montana Sofa by Ekornes
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Norway. Leather with sculpted heavy wood frame. We have a matching loveseat available as well.
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco
By Wilhelm Knoll, Knoll
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Art Deco highback lounge chair by Wilhelm Knoll for Knoll, 1930s.
Knoll was founded in 1865 by Wilhelm Knoll with the ambition to manufacture high quailty furniture. During t...
Category
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Set of 6 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Original and signed set of 6 "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967.
These folding chairs are made of very rar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Modern Lloyd Accent Chair in White Oak, Brass, Shearling
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Lloyd Chair
by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood construction / hand rubbed oil finished / solid waxed brass rungs / shearling wrapped back support / shearling wrapped seat cushion.
D...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
small curved 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, green tweed
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, Fitzrovia
A Small curved organic 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, upholstered in a green Scottish Tweed, compact and comfortable, perfect for a bay window.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Wood, Wool
Mid century De Sede Ds80 black patchwork Leather daybed Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century De Sede Ds80 black patchwork Leather daybed made in Switzerland 1970s. Very High quality thick patchwork Leather. Very low daybed with hardwood black lacquer slatted base...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
Paulo Buffa Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and white fabric lounge chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s.
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional fee. Lead time...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mats Theselius Chrome Steel & Dark Leather Two Seater Sofa for Källemo, 1990s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and special commissioned two seater sofa in chrome and dark leather by Mats Theselius produced by Källemo Sweden, 1990s. In great original condition with light signs of age...
Category
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
COR Swing Leather Lounge Chair by Reinhold Adolf & Hans-Jürgen Schröpfer, 1976
Located in Vienna, AT
COR Swing Leather Lounge Chair by Reinhold Adolf & Hans-Jürgen Schröpfer, 1976
Original Swing chair + ottoman with its original smooth and unharmed aniline ...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Walter Lamb, Chaise Longue, Bronze, Fabric, USA, 1955
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze and fabric cord chaise longue designed by Walter Lamb and produced by Brown Jordan, USA, c. 1955.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Razor blade Chairs in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of original razor blade lounge chairs in patinated oak and new upholstered sheepskin. Designed by Henning Kjærnulf and made by EG Møbler. Made in Denmark in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Sofa Model "Värend" Carl Malmsten, 1942
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Rare model” Värend” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The sofa has been reupholstered. Stained elm, back with ribs, loose back cushions and upholstered seat, cove...
Category
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Elm
Set of 8 Pink Lucite Chrome Frame "Plia" Italian Chairs for Castelli, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Original and signed set of 8 "Plia" pink lucite with chrome frame folding chairs. This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967.
These folding chairs ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 18 in. (46 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
sedona red
lupi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Bernhardt Sofa / Loveseat Manner of Milo Baughman
By Bernhardt
Located in Fulton, CA
Sofa / Loveseat by Bernhardt Furniture Company. Circa. 1970's. Designed in the manner of Milo Baughman. Full wood sides and back. Nice addition to a Hollywood Regency or Mid-Century ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The upholstery has been redone in velvet.
The sofa measures cm: W 147 x D 85 x H 87 x S 42.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
$5,462 Sale Price / set
30% Off
19th Century Gray Swedish Gustavian Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
This elegant Swedish Gustavian sofa or settee has graceful decorative arms curving outward.
Please enlarge and examine the close up photos to appreciate the newer, professionally ap...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Seating
Materials
Muslin, Pine, Paint
George Nakashima Straight Back Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Straight Back Chair
Walnut and Hickory Construction
Single Board carved Sap Grained Seat
Signed George Nakashima to underside of chair Seat
Category
1960s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Walnut
Sylvie Chair in Black Pen Shell by R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Lounge Chair with Oak Armrest and Base Red Wool, 1940's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant and unusual lounge chair from the late art deco period a bit similar to the styles of Swedish Designers such as Carl Malmsten. We have never seen any other examples of this c...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Maple
Lounge Set with Organic Shaped Wavy Sofa and Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Living room set consisting of organic shaped sofa with matching lounge chairs in pine and reupholstered fabric from Europe, 1970s.
These sculptural sofa and lounge chairs, crafted i...
Category
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Arne Jacobsen “Egg” Chair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful “Egg” chair designed by Arne Jacobsen, manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1960.
This eye-catching piece has an aluminium swivel crossbase. The rounded desi...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Tribe Treasure Round Cognac Velvet Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture
Located in Milan, IT
The Tribe Treasure Pouf is an elegant and sophisticated piece that enhances any space with its refined design. Measuring 95 cm (37.4 inches) in diameter and 38 cm (15 inches) in heig...
Category
2010s Italian Seating
Materials
Textile
Heart Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats.
They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vi...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Beech
$1,152 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Dandy Day Bench in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Dandy day bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating
Materials
Brass
Rene Prou French Hand Wrought Iron Stool France c1940
By René Prou
Located in Chicago, IL
Rene Prou charming hand wrought iron stool with black patina. The curved feet are expertly formed and the seat is generous. Charming for a vanity stool or an entry. We have left the ...
Category
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
20Thc Bar Stools In Dark Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of complete matching bar stools have a wonderful dark surface or stain and in very good condition.They are strong & sturdy and very comfortable.
Category
1940s American Adirondack Vintage Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$1,420 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Maison Soubrier Pair of late 1920s Art Deco Armchairs in Purple Pierre Frey
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Soubrier, pair of lounge chairs, reupholstered in "Bold Lily" mohair by Pierre Frey, walnut, Paris, France, late 1920s
Founded in 1848, Maison Soubrier is one of Paris’s old...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Seating
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Iconic Cleopatra Chaise Longue by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Add a true design icon to your space with this Cleopatra chaise longue, designed by Geoffrey D. Harcourt for Artifort in 1970.
Instantly recognizable...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Emerald Green Corduroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, four Piece 'Camaleonda' sofa in emerald green corduroy fabric. Originally designed in 1970 and commercially released in 1972, Bellini combined two terms that accurately dep...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Byron Botker for Landes Lounge Chairs in Light Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Byron Botker for Landes, club chairs, light blue fabric, chrome-plated steel, United States, 1970s
A comfortable easy chair that features a curved, chromed tubular frame. The frame ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Giorgetti Italian Armchairs "Progetti", 1980s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of armchairs were designed and produced by the famous Italian company Giorgetti, they are in lacquered solid beech and armrests in polished Pau Ferro, the seat and back pad...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Beech
$3,781 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Antique German Biedermeier Mahogany Fauteuil Wingback Library Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique mid to early 19th century German Biedermeier library / lounge armchair. Made of mahogany featuring traditional form with fauteuil padded arms and flared ear / wing back with...
Category
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Antique Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa
Located in London, GB
A very bold and unusual anthracite black leather coupe sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, circa 1970's.
A solid statement design.
Soft anthracite leather with feathe...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Ochre Dot
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dotted wool blend fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptur...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
Swedish Designer, Stool, Teak, Shearling, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and shearling stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Seat height: 18”
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Teak
Alvar Aalto Iconic "Tank Chair" with Sculptural Frame 1960s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Iconic “Tank Chair” model 37/400 with arms in laminated birch plywood with upholstered seat and back by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a stunning off-wh...
Category
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Birch
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
Located in Riverdale, NY
Classically elegant and beautifully proportioned T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with original woven leather strap seats, 1960s, produced...
Category
1960s Greek Greek Revival Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$12,500 / item
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Lounge Chairs by John Bone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Lounge Chairs by John Bone.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is li...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from TON, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This two-seat cinema bench was produced by Ton (former Thonet) in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The chairs are stable and can be placed anywhere. It is made of beech wood, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Seating
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Zeus Chair by Ron Arad for Zeus United Kingdom / Italy, 1992
By Ron Arad
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Rare Ron Arad Hotel Zeus Chair, 1990s
A striking fusion of industrial design and sculptural artistry, this rare Hotel Zeus Chair by Ron Arad is a true collector’s piece. Manufacture...
Category
1990s British Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair Henning Kjaernulf lounge chairs
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Stunning pair of Henning Kjaernulf lounge chairs, Model Razor Blade, in oak and shearling.
Supremely comfortable, and beautiful from any angle of the room.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
$8,500 / set
Arm Chair Shearling/ COM Modern Contemporary Blackened Steel Waxed
Located in Bronx, NY
CHAIR NO. 2
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2023
Did you count sheep as a child to fall asleep? We introduce you to one of these sheep. Hand craved iron is combined with plush shearling to creat...
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Iron
Eden Chair in Black Pen Shell and Upholstered in Calf-Hair by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Eden chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Inez Modern Barstool or Counter Stool with Swivel
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Inez Stool
by Crump and Kwash
Carved solid wood seat and base / hand rubbed zero VOC oil finish / solid steel construction / 360 degree rotating seat top....
Category
2010s American Modern Seating
Materials
Bronze
$1,750 / item
Napoleon III buttoned curved back armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant and well designed 19th century French armchair. It is a great size which means it works well in corners of rooms but is great quality so can be an everyday cha...
Category
19th Century Antique Seating
Materials
Beech
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International MR Chaise Lounge 1927 design
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International – MR Chaise Lounge, 1927 Design
A timeless modernist icon designed in 1927 by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. T...
Category
1980s American Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Model Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell. 1970s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in Denmark.
These models were made in a limited edition.
Also famous under the name "...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Carved Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, circa 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern finely detailed studio carved hand chair, circa 1970s, in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, that brings both a meditative element and a unique functional sculpture into your home with the artisan crafted wood Carved Hand Accent Piece. Promising to be a conversation piece, this accent provides a calm resting spot for mindful accessories, plants, and books as the shape is a representation of the hand of Buddha...
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
$979 Sale Price
44% Off
Pair of 19thC Giltwood Fautiel Chairs
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of 19thC Giltwood Fautiel Chairs - with Peacock upholstered seats and padded back - 22"w x 22"d x 37"h (18" to the seat)
Category
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Seating
Materials
Giltwood
$3,830 / set
Rare Set of Four Kaare Klint Armchairs in Mahogany and Niger Leather, 1920’s
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and highly collectible set of four Kaare Klint armchairs, crafted from solid mahogany and upholstered in Niger leather. These chairs are a unique variation of the original des...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Handmade Modern Minimal Cut Stool White Oak
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With this stool, we wanted to push the limits of structure both in physics and aesthetics.
The stool is sawn from a single long hand-selected board and carefully milled with a miter...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Seating
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$1,200 / item
Teak Dining Chair with White Bouclé Upholstery and Open-Back Design – Olga Line
Located in Miami, FL
An Olga dining room chair in teak wood with white bouclé fabric. Introducing the Olga dining room chair, designed by Aciole Félix for Uultis, this stunning chair embodies modern design and sustainable craftsmanship. Crafted from solid teak wood and upholstered in soft, luxurious white bouclé fabric, the Olga chair is perfect for adding a contemporary touch to any dining room or stylish office. The chair’s clean lines and unique, curvaceous silhouette create an elegant and welcoming aesthetic, ideal for bold and innovative interior projects. With an open-back design, the Olga chair showcases a perfect balance between comfort and style, making it both a functional and artistic addition to your home.
The solid teak wood frame features a matte, velvety teak touch finish, providing a natural wood feel that brings warmth and organic beauty to the piece. Each chair is unique, thanks to the natural variations in the wood, enhancing its charm and individuality. Uultis is committed to sustainability, ensuring that this piece is made with environmentally friendly materials and responsible manufacturing practices.
Whether paired with a minimalist dining table for a sleek modern look or mixed with more eclectic elements, the Olga dining chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak, Upholstery
Midcentury Purple Velvet Halfa Chair and Stool, Baumann, France, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Halfa Chair designed by Baumann in the 1970s.
In the catalogue of the avant-garde collection.
Made from 5 pieces of Doubs beech.
Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat is dressed in purple, durable and pleasant to the touch unique velvet fabric. Chair is stable and very shapely.
We can prepare this chair in every color of wood and fabric also in bigger sets.
Here set...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$576 Sale Price / item
20% Off
21st Century Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Inspired by the poetic curves of Oscar Niemeyer's architecture, the Oscar Collection captivates with its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast.
The exoskeleton of the base supports a...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan
$18,344 / item
Danish Dining Chairs in Oak and Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, reupholstered in sheepskin, Denmark 1960s
These elegant Danish dining chairs are crafted from oak and feature soft, beige sheepskin upholstery. Designed without ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
$1,400 / item
Contemporary Sense Accent Chair, Armchair Sapele Wood, Bouclé, Brass, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sense Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Sense lounge chair embodies the essence of slow living, designed to encourage a paus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
$7,203 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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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