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Seating For Sale
Style: Art Nouveau
Style: Rococo Revival
Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An attributed thonet rocking chair as it is not signed in good condition in tinted beech.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech

Set of Two Art Nouveau Oak Chairs
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Two chairs from the Art Nouveau period, ca. 1900. the chairs are made of solid oak wood and newly upholstered and covered with new fabric. restored in very good condition and just a ...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Oak

Pair of 20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchairs by Thonet, Austria, Ca. 1904
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely rare pair of Art Nouveau bentwood armchairs from the period around 1904. Impressing with its amazing shaped lines, these elaborately crafted early 20th century armchairs w...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Bentwood

Original Josef Hoffmann Fauteuil, J. & J. Kohn, Model Nr. 428/F
Located in Vienna, AT
Half Moon Fauteuil with original upholstery, can be renewed on request with no further cost Designed by: Josef Hoffmann Executed by: J. & J. Kohn, model nr. 428/F, Vienna, from 1910 ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Seating

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Leather, Beech

Savonarola Style Curved Stool
Located in New York, US
Art Nouveau Savonarola Style Stool
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20th Century Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

Original of the Time, Rare J.&J. Thonet Stool, Late 19th Century, 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful and rare Thonet stool, published already in the 1888 Thonet Catalogue on page 23 as Salon-Stockerl Nr 5 zum Polstern Material Beechwood black stained with gold colored not...
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1880s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Jugendstil Otto Wagner Chair Beech 1902 Österreichische Postsparkasse Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil Otto Wagner One ( 1 ) Chair Side Chair Chocolate Brown Beech Österreichische Postsparkasse 1902 for Thonet 1904/1906 Vienna. An iconic chair or side chair by the famed Aus...
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Early 20th Century Jugendstil Seating

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Beech

Tom Faulkner Orange Velvet Vienna Carver Dining Chair
Located in Basildon, London
Tom Faulkner founded his brand in 1996 and his designs are all handmade in his workshop in Wiltshire. Combining Art Nouveau design with a sleek modern aesthetic, the Vienna carver d...
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2010s British Art Nouveau Seating

Materials

Metal

Josef Hoffmann Seating Group
Located in New York, NY
This Austrian seating group was designed by Josef Hoffmann, the leading architect of the Viennese Secession movement of the early 20th century, and executed by the firm of Josef and Jacob Kohn, craftsmen of the Wiener Werkstaette collaborative group. The original good finish as been carefully restored and the three piece suite has been recently reupholstered in a reissued Josef Hoffmann fabric...
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Seating

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Beech

Original Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Bench/Settee, Early 20th Century restored
Located in Vienna, AT
Attributed to either Josef Hoffmann or Otto Prutscher as both of the designers did similar objects in bentwood at this time, and both were using balls or olives for joining the legs ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Seating

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Loveseat Sofa Art Nouveau Belle Époque Lacquered and Gilded Carved Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Awesome loveseat sofa Art Nouveau Belle Époque, in carved walnut lacquered and gilded. We have sanitized the upholstery; ready to use Upholstery in good condi...
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Walnut

Jugendstil Vintage Rattan Armchair Lounge Chair Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren c 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil Vintage Armchair or Lounge Chair from woven rattan in honey brown color by Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren Fabrication circa 1910, Austria. An amazing solo arm chair or lounge cha...
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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Seating

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Rattan

Outrageous Colorful Upholstered Italian Rococo Giltwood Carved Ebonized Stool
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This a superb, absolutely outrageous Italian-made 1950s bench with wonderful, brightly colored "tribal" velvet pattern and gilded gold leaf details. The frame is ebonized in its orig...
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1950s Italian Rococo Revival Vintage Seating

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Walnut

Set of Six Antoni Gaudi Calvet Chair in Solid Varnished Oak
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet chair designed by Antonio Gaudi manufactured in Barcelona by BD. Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 54 x 94 H cm Year of design: 1902 ...
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2010s Spanish Jugendstil Seating

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Oak

Pair of Art Nouveau Side Chairs by Emile Gallé, 1890s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Art Nouveau side chairs. Design by Emile Gallé. Striking French design from the 1890s. Solid oak frames with original sycamore decorations of flowers in ...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Oak, Sycamore

Hector Guimard, Garden bench, a rare example retaining its original wooden seat.
Located in London, GB
Hector Guimard, Cast iron garden bench. A rare example retaining its original Art Nouveau wooden seat. It is important to note that the original wooden seat and back show complete pu...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Iron

Pair Burgundy Wing Back Club Chairs Heavily Carved Walnut Frame
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of burgundy wing back club chairs with heavily carved walnut frame. Circa 1920's. Very solid, dark burgundy, great condition. Chairs are 42" wide x...
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Seating

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Walnut

Austrian Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Chair Attributed to J & J Kohn, Early 1900's
Located in Buffalo, NY
Austrian Art Nouveau bentwood side chair attributed to J & J Kohn, early 1900's. Amazing design. Wonderful patina, quality construction. Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywh...
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Beech and Woven Rocking Chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910s
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Nouveau Beech and Woven Rocking Chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn. Wax polished. Jacob & Josef Kohn, also known as J. & J. Kohn, was an Austrian furniture maker and interior designer ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech

Armchair Thonet Nr.6142, Otto Wagner in 1905
Located in Praha, CZ
Seat Height 54cm - Designed by Otto Wagner in year 1905. - Very rare original fabric in good condition - made in Austria. - Cleaned.
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Prague Chairs, Model N.811 Designed by Josef Hofmann, Czechoslovaka 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 6 bentwood dining armchairs in style of Prague Chair by Josef Hoffmann. This chairs are made by Drevunia Czechoslovakia in the 70s Marks The set is in very good vintage con...
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1920s Czech Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Calvet chair in solid oak by Antoni Gaudí 20th century Spanish modernist design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gaudí designed a chair for the Casa Calvet. One that was rich in form and representative of his timeless creativity. The Calvet chair features outstandin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Otto Wagner, Fully Restored Armchair, 1902, Beechwood, for Thonet, Vienna
Located in Zagreb, HR
Otto Wagner, Fully Restored Armchair, 1902. Bentwood. For Thonet, Vienna. The chair has been professionally restored and reupholstered in Liberty style fabric.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

Materials

Brass

Joseph Maria Olbrich attributed. An Art Nouveau inlaid side chair.
Located in London, GB
Joseph Maria Olbrich was an Austrian architect and one of the Vienna Secession founders.
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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Seating

A Small Victorian Ebonised Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in London, GB
A Small Victorian Ebonised Bentwood Rocking Chair probably by Thonet. Beautiful scrollwork frame with blue silk button back and seat with a contrasting braid. A lovely diminutive roc...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Fabric, Beech, Paint

‘Willow’ Armchair Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh by Cassina
Located in Athens, Attiki
The ‘Willow’ armchair designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for the ‘Willow Tea Room’, Glasgow 1904. This masterful modern armchair is an expert re-edition by Cassina. In its origi...
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Wood

Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible Art Nouveau price of 2 Sofa Armchairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with springs and elastic band (as it was in the old days) If you have any questions we are at your d...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Seating

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Walnut

Spanish Art Nouveau Antoni Gaudi Style Pair of Carved Ashwood Side Chairs
Located in Barcelona, ES
A pair of Art Nouveau chairs made of carved ashwood and upholstered with their original floral velvet fabric. These stylish hand carved chai...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Carved-Wood Armchair by Bartolozzi E Maioli, 1970's, Italy
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Carved limewood Armchair by Fiorenzo Bartolozzi and Giuseppe Maioli.  The back of the chair and the seat are carved with leaves motifs. Organic shaped arms and feet. Workshop sta...
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1970s Italian Rococo Revival Vintage Seating

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Wood

Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17 This exceptional set of four bentwood beech chairs, produced by the renowned manufacturer Thonet, features the iconic Model 17, more commonly ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood, Straw, Beech

Pair of Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This pair of European armchairs shows remarkable craft and ingenuity. The wood frames have been meticulously bent and carved to mimic bamboo stalks. Other exotic influences like wove...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Seating

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Iron

Art Nouveau Set of Two Chairs in Solid Oak. Vienna, Circa 1910.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, These exceptional set of two Viennese Art Nouveau solid oak chairs from circa 1910 represent a high level of craftsmanship and elegant design. Viennese Art Nouveau is a trend...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Oak

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Wood and Wicker Tonet Italian Swivel Barber Chair
Located in Catania, Sicilia
An early 20th Century Antique swivel Barber Chair hand-crafted in Italy. Wood and Wicker are in orginal condition and needs restoration. It has been hand-carved and crafted in Palerm...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Seating

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Wicker, Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game. 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs 4 chairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with springs and elastic band (as it was in the old days) Country: England If you have any que...
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1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Wood

Antique Clerk's Desk Chair, English, Beech, Leather, Elbow Seat, Home, Office
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique clerk's desk chair. An English, beech and leather elbow seat, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Appealing example, with a tasteful office aesthetic an...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Beech

Art Nouveau Beech and Woven Rocking Chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910 circa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Nouveau Beech and Woven Rocking Chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn. Wax polished. Jacob & Josef Kohn, also known as J. & J. Kohn, was an Austrian furniture maker and interior designer ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech

Antique French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Metal Strap Garden Patio Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Blue Painted Metal Strap Seat Garden Patio Bench. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 17.5" H x 40" W x 14" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Seating

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Wrought Iron

Slatted Arm Chair Art Nouveau designed by Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare set of two slatted art nouveau arm chairs in used original condition. Designed by Thonet Austria.
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Bentwood

Anton Rosen Sofa, Denmark, c. 1913 – Designed for Tuborg Headquarters
Located in Valby, 84
This extraordinary and rare sofa, designed by acclaimed Danish architect Anton Rosen around 1913, was originally created for the Tuborg headquarters, also known as Rosen Huset. The b...
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1910s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Wool, Oak

Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Salon Suite by Josef Hoffmann, Austria ca. 1905
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely gorgeous bentwood seating set by Thonet Austria, designed by none other than famous Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, wellknown from the world renowed Wiener Werkstaette....
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Bench "412" by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria, 1900s
Located in Brussels, BE
Bench "412" by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria,1900s
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Calvet armchair in wood heart shape by Antoni Gaudi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair in solid varnished oak. A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Georges de Feure, "Grenade", Art Nouveau Settee, France, c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
This settee is typical of De Feure’s style at the turn of the 20th century. The high back with swooping lines, paired with straight legs curving toward their meeting with the seat, i...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Wood

Antique French Bistro Twisted Wrought Iron Ice Cream Parlor Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Bistro Twisted Wrought Iron Ice Cream Parlor Chairs - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 32.5" H x 18.5" W x ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Seating

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Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Style Vintage Brown Beech Woven Cane Stool August Thonet 1870 - 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Style vintage modernist stool model No. 51 from beech bentwood and woven cane by August Thonet 1870 - 1880, Vienna. A beautiful stool and early model from Viennese mesh a...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Beech

Handmade tete a tete conversation sofa bench inspired by Rennie Mackingtosh
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This unique and one of a kind teet a tete Face to face or vis-a-vis seating arrangement in pearwood is designed by Menno Wieringa, who designed and built unique furniture in the 1970...
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1980s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Cotton, Pearwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Seating Set "Fledermaus" by J. Hoffmann for Kohn, ca. 1907
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful Bentwood Seating set designed by the world renowed Austrian architect and founder of the "Wiener Werkstaette" - Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn around 1907. Extraordinary shaped of Fine bentwood (=beech was bent under steam and high pressure), the bench and the chair carry the unique handwriting of Josef Hoffmann - the so-called "Fledermaus" design which was designed for the famous Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna - a very own design that has made his creations famous and wanted all-over the globe. Both pieces have been newly upholstered with a fantastic looking, high quality Backhausen fabric. A small pillow upholstered with the same fabric is included as a nice addition to this gorgeous Art Nouveau seating set...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Hand Carved Wooden Bench, France, 1890s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hand Carved Wooden Bench - 1890's Hand-carved wooden bench from France, 1890's. A true conversation piece with a unique material quality to it. Th...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Wood

Set of Modernist Chair and Writing Table, Circa Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of chair and writing table by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa early 20th century. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beaut...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

Early Mid Century Transitional Modern Spindle Back Bench or Settee in Mahogany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible piece of artistry. This spindle back bench dates back to the 1940's and is made out of mahogany. A great mix of modern and traditional lines.
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1940s American Art Nouveau Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of French Art Nouveau Side Chairs in Solid Mahogany Sprig Seat Green Velvet
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1910s pair of French Art Nouveau side chairs in solid mahogany, original spring seat, green velvet upholstered, only wax-polished. The up...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Seating

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Mahogany

Thonet dining char no.1
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining char no.1. Professionally stained and repolished with new handmade rattan seat.
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Late 19th Century Slovak Jugendstil Antique Seating

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1900s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and floral embroidery fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900s. Seat height: 18" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request...
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Fabric, Oak

A Set of 2 Jugendstil Armchairs by Richard Riemerschmid, 1919
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This remarkable pair of armchairs, designed by the renowned German architect and designer Richard Riemerschmid, embodies the spirit and innovation of the Art Nouveau movement. Part o...
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1910s German Jugendstil Vintage Seating

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Plywood, Wool, Upholstery

Antoni Gaudi Calvet Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet armchair designed by Antoni Gaudi manufactured by BD design. Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 65 x 95 H cm. A company that has alwa...
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2010s Spanish Jugendstil Seating

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Oak

Jugendstil Settee designed in style of Josef Hoffmann, done in beech bentwood
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful Jugendstil Settee done in beech bentwood. It is designed in style of Josef Hoffmann, featuring sleek lines typical for his work. The settee ...
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1920s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Josef Hoffmann Art Nouveau Fledermaus bat chair by Thonet, set of 2
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Fledermaus set in Art Nouveau style consisting of 2 chairs executed by the company Thonet. (signed) The design is by Josef Hoffmann from 1907 for the Cabaret Fledermaus and was origi...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Set of Three Hand Carved Art Nouveau Chairs, circa 1900
By Victor Horta
Located in Lucenec, SK
Set of three Art Nouveau early 20th century Art Nouveau armchairs. Beautifully carved chair frame made of fruitwood with upholstered seats and back...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Seating

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Fruitwood, Upholstery

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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