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Seating For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1940s
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair Each swivel chair measures: 23.25 wide x 25 deep x 26 high, with a seat height of 13.5 and arm height/chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Pair of Alky Armchairs 70's by Designer Giancarlo Piretti
Located in MADRID, ES
These iconic "Alky" lounges were designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli in the late 1970s. The armchairs are known for their comfortable seating and iconic Italian design...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Set of eight Italian white decapè wood chairs with white upholstery seats. Made in Italy 1970'. The wood is in perfect vintage condition. The upholstery is in very good condition onl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Brass Chiavari Side Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of high backed chairs from Italy made of solid gilded brass with newly upholstered seats in a gray velvet blend. Chiavari chairs are named for the Italian city where they origin...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Four Vintage Caned Cesca Style Chairs with Mauve Upholstered Seats
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Set of four vintage caned Cesca style chairs with mauve upholstered seats. The Nineteen-Laties chairs date from around 1980s. The chairs feature a sleek cantilever design. This sprin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
Located in Lafayette, IN
Arguably one of the most elegant desk chair designs from the mid-century era, this Morrison/Hannah design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a cur...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Brutalist Mid-Century 'Marbella' Bar Stools 'up to 8 Available'
Located in London, GB
A set of up to eight mid-century wooden and iron bar stools. Spain, c1970s. Likely by Confonorm, Spain. Often attributed to Sergio Rodrigues and Carl Malmsten. Good vintag...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square 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...
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1940s American American Classical Vintage Seating

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Danish Banana Sofa in Blue Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, velvet, wood, Denmark, 1940s This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid construction of round shapes and curvaceous lines. The seating area and the backrest are organical...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1970s Tubular Chrome Yellow Dining Chair 36 Available
Located in Esperance, NY
1970s Tubular chrome yellow dining chair. We have 36 chairs available and each chair is 225.00. The chairs are made by Kinetics furniture inc.
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Weinberg Style Mid Century White Vinyl and Iron Stools, Set of 3
By Weinberg
Located in Countryside, IL
Weinberg style mid century white vinyl and iron stools- set of 3 Each stool measures: 21.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 29 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Dutch Dining Chairs in Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, stained beech, The Netherlands, 1940s This pair of dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced backrest and overall frame. The frame is very structured and sturdy wh...
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1940s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Seating

Materials

Beech

Chairs by Rud Thygesen & Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olesen, 1970s, Set of 24
Located in Antwerp, BE
A high quality of curved laminated wooden stacking chairs with woven wool upholstery in olive green. Set of 24 stacking chairs available, price ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Wood

Art Deco Streamline Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, c. 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco- Streamline Armchair designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by UP Závody Brno, ca 1940. This original Art Deco - Streamline Armch...
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1940s Czech Streamlined Moderne Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42 For Artek 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most iconic and finest furniture works from Alvar Aalto, the model 42 chair, also known as spring chair, `Pikku Paimio` or Small Paimio in english. It is regarded as an i...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Vivai del Sud Sofà Italian Design 1970s Flowers Black Multi-Color Bamboo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Vivai del Sud sofà Italian design 1970s flowers black multi-color bamboo.   
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Set of Three Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chairs, Brasil, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional set of Kilin chairs by Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues. Made out of high density wood and high quality saddle leather these chairs have become truly iconic over the ...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood, Leather

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

Vintage Togo Sofa Set in Cognan Brown Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Vintage Togo sofa set, designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s and manufactured by Ligne Roset in France. This iconic corner armchair with ottoman features original cognac brown velv...
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1970s French Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric

Low Bar Stool, designed by Thonet, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern design low bar stool by Thonet is based on the original design by Gebrüder Thonet from the 1880s. The legs of the stool are made from bentwood and a brass ring add...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

1970s Mid Century Chrome Sofa by Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Mid-century chrome sofa was designed by Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1970s. Its sleek and elegant wrap-around chrome frame and minimalist design will add a touch of ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Thonet Bar Stools, 1970s set of Two, Austria
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern set of two high bar stools designed by Gebrüder Thonet The legs of the stool are made from bentwood and a tubular brass ring adds to the stability of the stool and...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Wicker and Rattan Loveseat, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian loveseat from 1970, made of a wicker seat and sturdy rattan frame and legs. The unique design consists of two cone-shaped chairs that blend seamlessly, creating a visually ca...
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1970s Italian Rustic Vintage Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

1970s Bamboo Chaise Lounge Attributed to Viggo Boesen, Mid Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Bamboo Chaise Lounge Attributed to Viggo Boesen. Bamboo with cane wrap. Ready for a new home. Sheepskin is included, sheepskin has some natural oder.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Italian modern chromed steel Sabrina chair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern chromed steel Sabrina chair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1970s. Sabrina model chair, with seat and backrest made entirely of fine chromed steel tubing, which follows t...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Howard Keith 'Diplomat' Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Howard Keith for HK Furniture, 'Diplomat' sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, United Kingdom, 1970s The 'Diplomat' sofa, with its voluptuous design, stands as a timeless symbol for ...
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1970s British Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Six CAB 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina in white Leather, 1970s
Located in Brescia , Brescia
When first produced in 1977, the CAB was the first chair to feature a free-standing leather structure, inspired by how human skin fits over our skeleton. The leather upholstery is co...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair "Pernilla 2" w. Ottoman, Karl Mathsson, 1972
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderfully patinated "Pernilla 2" lounge chair by Bruno Marthsson. This example was manufactured in 1972 by Firma Karl Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden. The chair and ottoman retains the o...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Linen

1970s Mid Century Recliner Chair and Ottoman Styled After Herman Miller
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century chair and ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This beautiful chair and ottoman was styled after Herman Miller. This set features a walnut ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Beautiful Milo Baughman style parsons chair, circa 1970s. Freshly reupholstered
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Milo Baughman style parsons chair, circa 1970s. Freshly reupholstered in a fabric by Gaston y Daniela with heavy down-filled cushions.. a joy to sit in. Overall in very goo...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet

1970s Mid Century Chrome Sofa by Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Mid-century chrome sofa was designed by Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1970s. Its sleek and elegant wrap-around chrome frame will add a touch of sophistication to any ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Mid Century Documented Walnut "Barrel" Chairs by Vladimir Kagan, 1947
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural and iconic pair of low back "Barrel" chairs were designed and executed by Vladimir Kagan, in 1947. They feature amorphic arms; subtly scalloped tops; and splayed coni...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1970s Pair of Mid Century Chrome Sofa by Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of mid-century chrome sofas designed by Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1970s. These sofas are both stylish and functional, featuring a sleek chrome wrap-around design ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Tentazione Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini in Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Tentazione lounge chairs in camel colored mohair by Mario Bellini for Cassina.
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1970s Vintage Seating

Materials

Mohair

Sturdy Set of Fourteen Dining Chairs in Black Leather and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of fourteen dining chairs, leather, beech, Europe, 1970s These dining chairs embrace a sturdy construction, featuring durable black leather upholstery complemented by a robust w...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

I.P.E. Pair of 'Corolla' Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By IPE
Located in Waalwijk, NL
I.P.E., pair of lounge chairs model 'Corolla', reupholstered in Casamance "Parmelie" Orage, chrome-plated metal, Italy, 1970s A striking design that will add a vibrant allure to you...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 4 Lollipop Dining Chairs by Honderich
Located in Montréal, QC
Set of Lollipop Dining Chairs by Honderich Furniture Co., 1940s. Solid walnut frame and legs with a newly reupholstered backrest and seat in a luxurious lambswool and merino wool vel...
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1940s Canadian Vintage Seating

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Pair Edward Wormley Lounge chairs model 4872A for Dunbar, 1948. Gray, Brass Legs
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1948. Expertly reupholstered in a light gray wool blend fabric. The original legs are made of solid brass. T...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Brass

Vintage Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in Original Natural Leather, 1970
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The above sofa is part of a suite of three total pieces including lounge chair and ottoman from the same estate, please enquire to acquire the entire suite. Designed by Afra and Tob...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic, Foam

Luciano Frigerio Dragoni lounge chairs Italy 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare and extraordinary lounge chairs designed by Luciano Frigerio and manufactured by his own company Frigerio di Desio in Italy in 1970. These lounge chairs have a sturdy ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Milo Baughman, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Velvet, Steel, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and steel lounge chair with ottoman designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer-Coggin, High Point, North Carolina, USA, 1970s. Seat height 16.5”.
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1970s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Luciano Frigerio Dragoni sofa made in Italy 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare and extraordinary lounge sofa designed by Luciano Frigerio and manufactured by his own company Frigerio di Desio in Italy in 1970. This sofa has a sturdy construction ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1970s Milo Baughman Linen Barrel Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, swivel chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Just look...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

1970s Gastone Rinaldi Chrome Chairs
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning sculptural Gastone Rinaldi chrome chairs made Italy in the 1970s. These cantilevered arm chairs feature a chrome body and Cowhide cushions. The arms were refinished with bla...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Cream Velvet "Tulip" Seating Suite By Km Wilkins For G Plan, 1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A Vintage 20th Century seating suite, famously dubbed the "Tulip seating group" and envisioned by KM Wilkins, retailed by G Plan. This set, comprising a pair of chairs and a sofa, dr...
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1970s British Other Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gunlocke Arm Chairs - a Set of 6
Located in Charleston, SC
These mid-century modern Gunlocke armchairs feature solid wood construction, sculpted walnut armrests, and original black vinyl upholstery. With swooped armrests, these beautifully ...
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1970s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Mid Century Jack Lenor Larsen Peck & Hills Lattice Basket Weave Loveseat
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Peck & Hills
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stunning lattice or basket weave velour loveseat by Peck & Hills, NYC. Fantastic colors with browns, tan and dark navy blue that appears black in the manner of Jack Lenor Larsen. One...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Chaise in Mohair Velvet
Located in Culver City, CA
Germany circa 1970 Walter Knoll chaise lounge with chrome legs and newly upholstered in teddy mohair by Rosemary Hallgarten. 26"w x 62"d x 25"h x 19"seat
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1970s German Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Reupholstered ‘Alky’ Lounge Chairs in the Style of Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, wool "Fuse" Raf Simons by Kvadrat, aluminum, Italy, 1970s These lounge chairs strongly remind of Giancarlo Piretti’s ‘Alky’ lounge chair (1969), yet they feature char...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Set of Three Chrome Dining Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Italy, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of 3 Italian chrome dining chairs attributed to Gastone Rinaldi, produced in the 1970s The chairs are made of chrome The structure is sound and sturdy, metal parts show minor ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Mario Bellini Camaleonda- first edition
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
First edition Mario Bellini Camaleonda modular sofa. Consists of three seats, all with backs and two arms. This is an original 1970s edition recovered in a beautiful Italian thin...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet

Channel Back Swivel Chairs on Dark Walnut Supports, Directional, C. 1970s
Located in Westport, CT
Enhance your space with this exquisite set of Mid-Century Modern swivel chairs by Directional, crafted circa 1970-1979. Meticulously restored, each chair features a new cushion and i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Gaudi Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Artemide
Located in Montréal, QC
Gaudi Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, made in Italy, 1970s. Named after architect Antoni Gaudi, the organic lines and form of the chair are heavily influenced by Gaudi's s...
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1970s Italian Vintage Seating

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Barcelona Lounge Chair With Ottoman By Knoll
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Barcelona chair and ottoman by Mies van der Rohe, fabricated in the 70's by Knoll. Produced in black leather with a very solid polished stainless frame. The black leather...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in Leather, 1970
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The above lounge chair and ottoman is part of a suite of three total pieces including a two seater sofa from the same estate, please enquire to acquire the entire suite. Designed b...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Klaus Uredat ‘Corbi’ Sofa for COR, Germany – 1969 in New Bouclé Upholstery
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare ‘Corbi’ modular sectional sofa by Klaus Uredat for COR, Germany – circa 1972. The Corbi sofa consists of sections with roll cushions. It can be used a...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

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Wool, Bouclé, Cotton

Rare Werner West Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1930/1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare Werner West rocking chair, 1930/1940s. Birch frame with sheepskin upholstery. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. Beautiful and classic Scandinavia...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

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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