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Seating For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: 1940s
Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, Oak and Boucle, Leather Buttons
Located in Miami, FL
Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, Oak legs and arms, Boucle fabric and leather buttons. Age and manufacturer unknown. Ready for a new home.
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Postmodern Light Pink Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Step into the playful elegance of postmodern design with this Light Pink Leather Swivel Chair. Featuring luxurious light pink leather and a versatile swivel base, this chair is the e...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

ZEN Easy Chair with footrest by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset
Located in Halle, DE
Zen-Chair with footrest, designed by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset, 1980. light-blue/white striped fabric, marked with Ligne Roset label. Signs of use and age. Wear on the seat-area...
Category

1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Large Italian Sling Butterfly Lounge Chair in Suede and Metal, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
A peculiar Italian postmodern sling lounge chair, made from red suede upholstery and a metal construction. No sign of the manufacturer, an unknown Italian production of the 1980s. O...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Set Regency Dining Chairs Period Antique Brass Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 Regency Period Rosewood and Simulated Rosewood Dining Chairs. This Quality Set of Dining Chairs are Raised Upon Typical Regency Sabre Front and Back Legs. The Chairs Having...
Category

1980s Regency Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Set of Six A. Brandt Ranch Oak Dining Chairs with Faux Leather Seats, c. 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very handsome mid-century A. Brandt Co. Ranch Oak six-piece dining chair set with a classic American West look. Warm hand-crafted honey oak frames feature rustic hand-carved and c...
Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak, Faux Leather

Vintage Woven Rattan Boho Coastal Chaise Lounge Manner of Bielecky Brothers
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Oversized yet great proportions woven rattan Boho Coastal Lounge in the style of Bielecky Brothers. Three chaises available please see our other listings for more pieces from the sa...
Category

1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Set of 4 Bauhaus Design Chromed Metal Dining Chairs, 1980s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four Bauhaus design chairs. Chromed tubular steel construction and dark grey faux leather upholstery. Italian production. Quality made and overall good vintage condition with...
Category

1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

8 Mid Century Modern Toledo Aluminum Armchairs by Jorge Pensi Indoor Outdoor
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple yet elegant design by Jorge Pensi for Amat. Top quality cast aluminum elements which are fitted to each other. In excellent vintag...
Category

1980s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Woven Rattan Boho Coastal Vintage Loveseat Bielecky Brothers Style
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Oversized well proportioned woven rattan Boho Coastal loveseat. We have two available. Please see our other listings to view the entire suite purchased from a Palm Beach Island Hom...
Category

1980s American Bohemian Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back 1 Round back Available
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc. Created from oak maple and walnut these chairs are heavy duty quality seating, great for a dining area. 3 chairs available and have some variations to them, 3 are more square in the back. Different makers, some are gunlocke chair co...
Category

1940s American American Classical Vintage Seating

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Sven Staaf Attrib., Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Sheepskin, Birch
Located in Stamford, CT
Sven Staaf Attrib., Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge or Slipper Chairs, Sheepskin, Birch Rare pair of Swedish modern lounge chairs attributed to Sven Staaf (1909-1993) for Almgren...
Category

1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Beech Mid-Century Danish Sofa
Located in London, GB
A beech low slung sofa. Denmark, c1980s. Matching pair of lounge chairs available in separate listing. Original corduroy cushions, canvas backs, the frame remains in good condi...
Category

1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Canvas, Beech

Brass Chiavari Chair and Stool, Seats Covered in Green Velvet. Italian Work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare set of a brass Chiavari chair and its stool or ottoman with seats covered in red velvet. This is an Italian work. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Leather Maralunga sofa set by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage white/beige leather maralunga sofa set designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973. Iconic design sofa with a timeless look. The set consists of a 2 seater and two arm...
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Vintage blue leather dining chairs by Arper italy, 1980s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage vibrant blue leather dining chairs by Arper Italy. High quality and sturdy stiched leather dining chairs with a timeless design. A nice detail to mention is the cross stit...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s Iconic and vintage three-seater sofa mod. Cornaro with round section structure in black painted solid...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

“Sforzesca” armchair by Studio Simon, homage to Castiglioni 1980.
Located in Roma, RM
“Sforzesca” armchair by Studio Simon, homage to Castiglioni 1980. Upholstered with dedar fabric – “a soft place” gray husky. Product details Dimensions 91 W x 72 H × 90 D cm
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian modern burgundy red velvet and black metal tubolar chairs, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern burgundy red velvet and black metal tubolar chairs, 1980s. Pair of velvet chairs with curved black metal rod structure. The seat and back are padded and covered with t...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Renee Gabriel Armchairs (Set of two)
Located in New York, US
c. 1940's Set of two. Reupholstered in Sheepskin
Category

1940s French Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Cabinetmaker, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, Sheepskin, Oak, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
Cabinetmaker, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Sofa or Settee, Honey Sheepskin, Oak, Denmark, 1940s Danish modern sofa or settee designed by an unknown cabinetmaker and produced in Denmar...
Category

1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Three-seater sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s Iconic and vintage three-seater sofa mod. Cornaro with round section structure in black painted solid...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Post Modern Italian Lacquered Set of Four Dining Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Set of 4 Postmodern lacquered white dining room chairs. Marked made in Italy, in the style of Saporiti. Minor blemishes to the lacquer is at a...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Naugahyde, Hardwood

Italian modern Three-seater sofas Cornaro Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Three-seater sofas Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 1980s Pair of three-seater sofa mod. Cornaro with round section structure in black painted solid wood. The...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

20Thc Leather Wing Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Red leather wing chair in amazing condition and super comforter.The comforter.
Category

1940s American Adirondack Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Swedish Lounge Chair 1940-50s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Lounge Chair Made in 1940-50s Beautiful shape and character, similar to the clam chair made by Arnold Madsen Height: 82 cm Width: 57 cm Depth: 50 cm Seat Height: 39 cm
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

2 large neo classic art deco low chairs circa 1940/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 large neo classic art deco low chairs circa 1940/1950 these seats are very comfortable, wide seat, the covering is not new but was redone a short time ago
Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Beech

1 of 2 Chromed Wire Club Chairs, Industrial Galvanized Tubular Metal, Italy 80s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Two industrial club chairs formed out of a black tubular metal frame and a chromed wire seat/backrest. An original 1980s Italian production. In good vintage condition with expected ...
Category

1980s Italian Industrial Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Wire

Set of 4 vintage postmodern dining room chairs Model ‘Cosinus’ by Karl Friedrich
Located in Breda, NB
Set of 4 vintage postmodern dining room chairs Model ‘Cosinus’ by Karl Friedrich Förster for KFF Design. Dimensions: Backrest height: 83 cm Seat height: 47 cm Width: 55 cm Depth: 55...
Category

1980s Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Vintage McGuire "Belden" Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Littleton, CO
A gorgeous set of 4 Belden model dining chairs by Elinor McGuire. San Francisco, USA, 1987. California coastal organic modern style, featuring thick rattan pole frames with a barrel...
Category

1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Trix Chairs by Karl Friedrich Förster, C.1980
Located in Basel, BS
Fast shipping, insured, in 2-3 weeks. A pair of gorgeous 'Trix' chairs from the postmodern era, crafted by designer Karl Friedrich Förster and manufactured in the 1980s. The chair f...
Category

1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Set of Eight Designer Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Eight Designer Dining Chairs, high quality. Black painted wood legs, fabric covered seats and backs. The chairs need to be recovered, fabric has fainted and has spots. We can ...
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Side Chair model No.18 by Charlotte Perriand rush chair French dining chair
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Side chair, model no. 19, by Charlotte Perriand, from ‘L’Équipement de la Maison’ series, designed 1939, produced circa 1940s.
Category

1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Rush, Hardwood, Oak

J16 Rocking chair, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Neuss, NW
J16 rocking chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fredericia from the 1940s. High-quality solid frame made of stained beech wood with hand-woven seat made of paper yarn. Quality Features: ac...
Category

1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Yarn, Beech

Pair of Mies Van der Rohe MR Lounge Chairs with arms for Knoll, brown suede
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Mr Lounge Chairs with Arms designed my Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll. Brown suede seat pad / tubular chrome steel frame Leather straps Knoll manufacturer labels dating: Nov ...
Category

1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

StavOak Dining Game Table & 4 Chairs Jack Daniels’ Barrel Staves Jobie G Redmond
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome original StavOak dining table or game table and glass top with four (4) chairs designed by Jobie G. Redmond and made from Jack Daniels’ barrel staves...
Category

1980s American Rustic Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

Chinese Red Lacquered and Hand Painted Stool
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Bring a splash of vibrant elegance to your decor with this Chinese Red Lacquered and Hand Painted Stool. Featuring a striking red finish and adorned with intricate hand-painted motif...
Category

1980s Chinese Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood

Classic Set of Four Dining Chairs in Vivid Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, fabric, lacquered wood, Austria, 1980s These dining chairs have a strong resemblance to Josef Hoffmann ‘Fledermaus’ chair...
Category

1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Postmodern Chrome and Tufted Blue Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with this sophisticated set of 6 Postmodern Chrome and Tufted Blue Dining Chairs, blending sleek chrome frames with luxurious tufted blue upholstery. This s...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

French Provincial White Washed Floral Print Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Indulge in the rustic elegance of the French countryside with these French Provincial White Washed Floral Print Lounge Chairs by Century Furniture. Featuring a white-washed finish an...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Rare Midcentury Balance Variable Knee Chair, Peter Opsvik, Norway, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
Category

1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Postmodern Pink Modular Sofa by Carson’s - 5 Pieces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Revitalize your living area with the Postmodern Pink Modular Sofa Set by Carson's, featuring two curved sections, a chaise, and two regular sections. The eye-catching pink upholstery...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Neoclassical Style Silvered Steel Curule Stool with Swan Heads and Faux-Leather
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative neoclassical style curulle stool is made of silvered steel with swan heads. Silver Plated missing on some areas. The seat is made of a black faux-leathe...
Category

1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Regency Faux Bamboo and Green Paisley Fabric Arm Chairs With 4 Pillow - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your home with the elegance of this pair of Regency Faux Bamboo Arm Chairs, upholstered in lush green paisley fabric and accompanied by four pillows. These chairs combine the...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Boho Chic Black Wicker Rattan Sofa With Tan Red and Black Cushions
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Transform your space with the Boho Chic Black Wicker Rattan Sofa, featuring plush cushions in tan, red, and black for a vibrant, comfortable seating experience. Ideal for indoor or c...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Lounge Chairs With Ottoman - 3 Pieces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace the relaxed elegance of bohemian luxury with the Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Set. This 3-piece set features two chairs with a unique clam shell design and an intricate wicker...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Seating

Materials

Wicker

Boho Chic Bent Wood and Woven Leather Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of earthy sophistication to your dining space with this set of four Boho Chic Bent Wood and Woven Leather Dining Arm Chairs. Merging the warmth of wood with elegant...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Round Wood Top Industrial Stool with Green Iron Tripod Legs, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Round Wood Top Industrial Stool with Green Iron Tripod Legs, 1940s, Germany Measurements : Height: 51 cm Diameter: 37,5 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us if you have any questions.
Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Set 10 Regency Revival Brass Inlaid Bar Back Dining Chairs 20th C
Located in London, GB
An absolutely superb English-made Vintage set of ten brass inlaid Regency Revival dining chairs dating from the late 20th century. These chairs have been masterfully hand crafted ...
Category

1980s English Regency Revival Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

A set of Art Deco chairs, 1940s, Poland.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco chairs from the mid-20th century, Poland. Furniture in very good condition after professional renovation. The seats are covered with new natural leather. Dimensions: heigh...
Category

1940s Polish Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Celadon Glazed Porcelain Garden Stool
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the timeless elegance of traditional Chinese design with this exquisite Celadon Glazed Porcelain Garden Stool. Crafted from high-quality porcelain, this stool features a b...
Category

1980s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Porcelain

Boho Chic Chipendale Style Bamboo Rattan Swivel Arm Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Explore the fusion of bohemian elegance and traditional craftsmanship with this set of 4 Boho Chic Chippendale Style Bamboo Rattan Swivel Arm Dining Chairs. These chairs blend the in...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Boho Chic Sculpted Bamboo Rattan Loveseat With Patterned Tufted Cushions
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the natural charm of this Boho Chic Sculpted Bamboo Rattan Loveseat, featuring plush tufted cushions adorned with vibrant orange and brown patterns. This piece perfectly mar...
Category

1980s Philippine Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

Boho Chic Pencil Reed Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace bohemian elegance with this set of 4 Boho Chic Pencil Reed Dining Chairs, featuring intricate weaving that adds texture and depth to your dining space. The natural beauty of ...
Category

1980s Philippine Vintage Seating

Materials

Reed

Boho Chic White Washed Pencil Reed and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Transform your dining area with the Boho Chic White Washed Pencil Reed and Cane Dining Chairs. This set of six combines the elegance of pencil reed with the classic texture of cane, ...
Category

1980s Philippine Vintage Seating

Materials

Cane

Boho Chic Buri Rattan Bamboo Swivel Barrel Dining Chairs on Casters – Set of 3
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the comfort and style of this Set of 3 Boho Chic Buri Rattan Bamboo Swivel Barrel Dining Chairs on Casters. These chairs blend natural rattan and bamboo to create a warm, ...
Category

1980s Indonesian Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

Boho Chic Buri Rattan Swivel Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the casual sophistication of bohemian design with this set of 4 Boho Chic Buri Rattan Swivel Dining Arm Chairs. Crafted from premium buri rattan, these chairs offer comfor...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan

Mid Century Modern Wooden Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the classic elegance of this set of 4 Mid Century Modern Wooden Chairs. Designed with clean lines and a timeless silhouette, these chairs offer durability and sophistication...
Category

1980s Malaysian 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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