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Seating For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1920s
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Leather and Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 8
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of eight “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973. Made of black leather and ash wood. Fully restored in Italy. Interesting is the ‘flat’ s...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

1970s Arkana Safari Sling Teak Lounge Chair by Maurice Burke in Black Leather
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Classic and iconic Chelsea Safari Chair designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana Furniture in Scotland. The original black leather contrasts perfectly with the reddish teak patina frame...
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Fauteuil et ottoman scandinave vintage cuir Relling "Siesta" 1970
Located in NANTES, FR
Fauteuil et ottoman cuir signés Ingmar Relling modèle Siesta, édité par Westnofa dans les années 70 distribué par Roche Bobois en très bon état, seul à noter la toile du dos est lég...
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1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Two-Seat ‘DS-47’ Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
‘DS-47’ Two-Seat Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s DIMENSIONS: 69"W x 33"D x 29"H; 16"Seat Height CONDITION: Great vintage condition.
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Black leather sofa by De Pas, d'Urbino and Lomazzi for Dall'Oca, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
This stunning and rare Leather Sofa was designed in the 1970s by Design Team Gionatan de Pas Donato d’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi. The sofa, with an informal design, is molded in foam a...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Antique Pair Leather Chippendale Wingback Armchairs c.1920
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely fabulous pair of antique English button back leather wingback Chippendale Revival armchairs, circa 1920 in date. They stand on hand carved ball and claw cabri...
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1920s English Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Space Age Italian Modular Sofa designed by Emilio Guarnacci for 1P, Italy
Located in Roma, IT
The combination offered consists of 2 modules with side armrests to form a 2-seater sofa. It is possible to add multiple modules thanks to the steel levers placed in the lower part t...
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1970s European Space Age Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pierre Paulin for Artifort 'Mississippi' Sectional Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort, sectional sofa 'Mississippi', Belgium, 1978 French designer Pierre Paulin created the 'Mississippi' modular sofa in 1978. This sofa shows five elements t...
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1970s Belgian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Original pair 'Etcetera' lounge chair by Jan Eskelius, Sweden c1970
Located in London, GB
Original Jan Eskelius 'Etcetera' chair c1970 Re upholstered in a 4 way stretch mohair (Fabric is Knoll). Sculptural chair professionally re upholstered
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

SMALL ANTIQUE GEORGIAN STYLE ENGLiSH COUNTRY HOUSE FOOTSTOOL EMBROIDERED TOP
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely small English Country House circa 1920's Embroidered footstool designed to go with a wingback ar...
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1920s English Georgian Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B and B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B and B Italia, reupholstered with Great Plains Boucle. Dimensions: Height is 29.50 The low part ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Bouclé

Brutalist Solid Oak Art Dining Chairs by "Kunstmeubelen De Puydt", Belgium 1970s
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Looking for unique and stylish dining chairs to add character to your home? Look no further than Kunstmeubelen De Puydt's Brutalist Solid Oak Art Dining Chairs...
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1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Seating

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Oak

Three Seater Pierre Cardin Modular Sofa in black lacquer and silk, France 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Pierre Cardin, a trailblazing fashion designer known for his innovative and unconventional approach, extended his creative vision into the realm of furniture design. Pierre Cardin's ...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Brown Mohair, 1970, Set of 5
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, brown mohair, Italy, 1970, five elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Sculpted Oak Armchairs by Madison Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern arm chairs feature unique "box" style sides. The beautiful wood grain and floating angled backrest add to the allure. Smooth edges and plush blue upholstery ensure comfort in any modern interior. Made by Madison Furniture Industries...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak

Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric. This sofa d...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Bamboo Living Room, Denmark, 1970's
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
A pair of armchairs and the matching coffee table, a sinuous and organic line to bring that warm something that you were missing in the living room! Coffee table: Diameter 80cm / He...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, set of four DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather b...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Red Black Vintage Folding Dining Chairs Marcello Cuneo, 1970, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage dining chairs model Luisa designed by the Italian architect Marcello Cuneo, 1970, Italy and executed by Mobel. The foldable dining chairs appears elegant a...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine by Danish Rainer Daumiller in the ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Pine

Early 1900 French wabi-sabi style wooden bench
Located in amstelveen, NL
Painted elmwood wooden bench with long seat, France, the 1920s Stunning rounded corners. The legs face outwards. We think that the legs are replaced a long time ago. It has an eleg...
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1920s French Provincial Vintage Seating

Materials

Elm

FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench
Located in Countryside, IL
FBJ Møbler Mid Century Teak Storage Bench This bench measures: 39.5 wide x 15.75 deep x 19.75 high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as poss...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Vintage Brass "Poufs" by Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of vintage brass poufs / ottomans designed by Marge Carson in United States, circa 1970s. These poufs have been professionally reupho...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

One Bruno Rey for Stendig Stacking Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
One chair designed by Bruno Rey and made by Stendig. One side chair with upholstered seat in a royal blue leather. 1 side chair 1 armchair Reupholste...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

COR Trio Sofa in beige mohair by Team Form Ag for COR Furniture, Germany, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
This comfortable new upholstered sectional sofa was designed by the Swiss Designers Group Team Form AG and produced in the 1970s by COR, Germany. All sections of the sofa can be arr...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair

Pair of Etcetera Easy Chair by Jan Ekselius for JOC Sweden 1970s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pair of iconic Etcetera lounge or easy chair chair designed by Jan Ekselius for JOC Sweden. First edition from the 70s. Visually striking pure lines, wave-shaped design for comfort,...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Steven Chase Oversized Lounges from Palm Springs
By Steven Chase 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Steven Chase Oversized Lounges from Palm Springs Commission, Reupholstered with cotton fabric, seat and back pillows down filled Dimensions: 28.50" high 38.50" deep 40" wide...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cotton

Set of 4 Dinging Chairs B 34 by Mart Stam in patinated leather, Italy, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful set of 4 Dining Room chairs B34 by Mart Stam and Marcel Breuer. The cognac leather is really patinated as you can see on the photos and we love it a lot. Great set if you ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Rainer Daumiller Dining Chairs in Pine and New Paper Cord, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Rainer Daumiller, pinewood, paper cord, Denmark, 1970s Beautiful, organic and natural set of 4 armchairs or dining chairs in solid darkened pine. Gorgeous natural expression and gra...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Papercord, Pine

Art Deco Modernist Armchair by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist armchair. Design by Hendrik Wouda for H. Pander & Zonen Den Haag. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak base with original bla...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Four Chrome and Faux Leather Mid-Century Modern Barstools, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant set of four Mid-Century Modern barstools. Striking Dutch design from the 1970s. Original chrome-plated metal base with original black faux leather seat. This won...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Green Plastic Chairs 4875 by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell 1970s, Set of 8
Located in Padova, IT
Oustanding and rare set of 8 yellow plastic chairs 4875 model, designed by Carlo Bartoli and produced by Kartell 1970s. In Good condition, wear consistent with age and use.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Plastic

Vintage De Sede DS80 Patchwork Daybed in cognac leather and ash, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede DS80 cognac leather patchwork daybed, Switzerland, 1970. Upholstered in its beautiful and soft original aniline leather with amazing wear. The DS-80 sofa unites all of the c...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

Vico Magistretti for Cassina 'Fiandra' Modular Sofa in Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Cassina, ‘Fiandra’ sectional sofa, leather, plastic, Italy, 1975 This subtle and modest sofa is designed by the Italian designer Vico Magistretti (1920-2006) f...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Set of 6 Bakker “Strip” Armless Dining Chairs, NL, 1970’s
Located in Austin, TX
Set of six armless dining chairs. Hard to find in the US, Dutch designed “Strip” chairs by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn. Great Scandinavian Modern styling with bentwood construction i...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Ash

Midcentury Modern Set of Four Chairs Model "4875" by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern set of four chairs Model "4875" by Carlo Bartoli for Kartell, 1970s, with rounded seat and back, in black plastic. The round section chair legs are removable. The...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Plastic

Josef Frank, rare stool model B313, Thonet, 1928
Located in Uppsala, SE
Bentwood stool, model B 313, designed by Josef Frank for Thonet-Mundus in 1928. This example have an (for this model) unusual rattan seat. Possibly a later addition since the holes o...
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1920s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Seating

Materials

Rattan, Birch

Set of 2 975 Lounge Chair by Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very cute and comfortable set of two 975 Lounge Chairs. These popular chairs are designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 70's. The immaculate brown bucket seat ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

1970s California Studio Stools
Located in Oakland, CA
1970s walnut and leather studio wood stools with a V shaped frame with flowing down to a four legged asymmetrical base. The influences of the design can be found in nature with blend...
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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Italian 1970's Walnut and White Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A highly unique and superb pair of Italian 1970's lounge chairs. Hand-crafted with a nod toward the Brazilian iconic designers of the period, Jean Gillon and Sergio Rodrigues. The ro...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1970s Mid Century Chrome Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin - Set o
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century chrome lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin in the United States circa 1970s. The sleek chrome frames elegantly support the vibrant o...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Giuseppe Rivadossi Pair of Stools in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi, pair of stools, oak, Italy, 1970s This remarkable pair of stools, designed by Italian sculptor and artisan Giuseppe Rivadossi, is a testament to the artistry and...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Oak

'Gran Visir' Modular Sofa by Luciano Frigerio Italy 1971 Choose Your Own Fabric
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Incredible and important 'Gran Visir' modular sofa by Luciano Frigerio Italy 1971 with the unique opportunity to choose your own upholstery colour and type of fabric!! The modules c...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Cotton, Foam, Plywood

Alessandro Becchi for Giovanetti ‘Anfibio’ Sofa in Brown Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni, 'Anfibio' sofa, leather, steel, Italy, 1971 The Anfibio sofa, a rare and innovative creation by Italian designer Alessandro Becchi for...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Suede

Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Molteni Set of Four 'Monk' Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, leather, Italy, 1974. Set of four 'Monk' chairs by Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The red brown leath...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

Beautiful French Hand Carved Mahogany & Caned Settee Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful hand carved mahogany loveseat having a central cartouche and original caning with upholstered off white seat. The curved shape and detailed carvings make this a show stopp...
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1920s French Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Mahogany

Glamorous Hollywood Regency Italian Brass Bench with Printed Leather Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous Hollywood Regency bench having polished brass base and sensational printed leather woodland animal motif upholstery.
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Italian Bulky Pair of Lounge Chairs in Red Fiberglass and Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, fiberglass, faux leather, Italy, 1970s A pair of very enjoyable bulky easy chairs in leatherette. These chairs are the ideal fit for anyone looking for comfor...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Fiberglass

STOOL red 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Red STOOL 1970s Produced by LUCHESSE METALPLASTICA (labeled). Material: Plastic and metal. Three-legged stool is from durable plastic vibrant red colour that will instantly boost ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Sensational Pair Vladimir Kagan Sculptural Ultra-suede Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational pair Vladimir Kagan sculptural Elephant Chairs. This pair retains their original purple ultra-suede with some signs of wear-cleaning recommended. They measure 31"t x 31...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede Daybed
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful De Sede daybed DS 80 in rich caramel brown leather. Signature patchwork leather has wonderful patina and sits on a black slatted wood frame.
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1970s Swiss Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather

Rich Pair of George III Style Mahogany & Leather Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Rich chocolate leather George III style arm chairs having dark mahogany frames with a aged patina and handpainted floral decoration. The upholstery is new and finished with handsome...
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1920s English George III Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Cini Boeri, Bengodi, A Velvet Sofa, Arflex, 1974
Located in Paris, FR
Cini Boeri (1924-2020) Bengodi A rectangular three-seater sofa covered with velvet upholstery, the seat with one large cushion, the back with two cushions, on six feet. Original ed...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

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Velvet

Set of 4 Strip chairs by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, The Netherlands 1970's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
An iconic chair, the 'Strip chair', designed by famous Dutch designer Gijs Bakker for Castelijn. It was released in 1974. The chair is made out of 6 bended strips of llacquered lamin...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Wood

Early Pierre Chapo Set of Four 'S45' Dining Chairs in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, set of four 'S45' or 'Chlacc' dining chairs, solid elm, France, 1979 These S45 chairs, also known as Chlacc, are one of the early editions designed by Pierre Chapo, kn...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Elm

2 Maralunga sofas by Vico Magistretti Cassina production Black leather two-seater
Located in Lucca, IT
2 Maralunga sofas by Vico Magistretti production Cassina 1978s Pair of Maralunga sofas in black leather with two seats. Iconic sofa the Maralunga is confirmed as one of the most appr...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Leather

Mid Century Walnut & Vinyl Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This mid-century walnut and vinyl sofa was designed and manufactured in the United States in the 1970s. This magnificent piece of furniture boasts sleek black vinyl upholstery, and w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

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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