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AMANTA Modular Sofa Set by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design "AMANTA" Modular Sofa / Lounge Chair set by Mario Bellini
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Plastic
$10,690 / set
H 27.17 in W 125.99 in D 33.47 in
Belt Outdoor Modular Sofa by Varaschin with contract grade materials
Located in Carson, CA
BELT Outdoor Modular Sofa
Manufacturer: Varaschin ( Made in Italy )
Design: Lo Scalzo Moscheri
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
$7,530
H 27.55 in W 141.73 in D 70.86 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Natural Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" modular sofa, natural leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of 6.
The De Sede “DS-11
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$14,200 / set
H 24.81 in W 114.97 in D 89.77 in
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Modular Sofà Italian Design Orange White Resin
By Mario Bellini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Modular sofà Italian design orange white resin.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Resin
$3,991 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Mario Bellini "Amanta 24" Leather Modular Sofa for C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing the Mario Bellini "Amanta 24" leather modular sofa, a timeless piece designed for C&B
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
$9,800 / set
H 26.25 in W 23 in D 32.25 in
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Natural Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-11" Modular Sofa, Leather, Switzerland, 1970, Set of 4
The De Sede “DS-11” modular
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$8,600 / set
H 24.81 in W 114.97 in D 32.29 in
Alberto Rosselli “Confidential” Modular Sofa for Saporiti, 1972, Set of 6
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Alberto Rosselli “Confidential” Modular Sofa for Saporiti, leather, Italy, 1972, set of 6
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$26,000
H 24.41 in W 125.99 in D 96.46 in
De Sede
DS-15
Modular Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A superb example of Swiss craftsmanship, this De Sede ‘DS-15’ modular sofa (1970) embodies the
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$16,035 / set
H 26.38 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Menilio Taro "811" Modular Sofa for Cinova, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 5
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Menilio Taro "811" minimalist modular sofa for Cinova, black leather and steel, Italy, 1970, set of
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$20,750 / set
H 23.63 in W 30.32 in D 33.86 in
Roche Bobois modular sofa in red and patterned upholstery 1980
By Roche Bobois
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This modular sofa from Roche Bobois is made of high-quality materials and has an elegant red
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$29,696
H 34.65 in W 145.67 in D 141.74 in
Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s
Modular sofa mod
Category
1970s Italian Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
$23,756
H 23.63 in W 108.27 in D 82.68 in
Alberto Rosselli “Confidential” Modular Sofa for Saporiti, 1972, Set of 3
By Saporiti, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Alberto Rosselli “Confidential” Modular Sofa for Saporiti, cognac leather, Italy, 1972, set of
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$12,000
H 22.84 in W 92.52 in D 33.86 in
Italian Modular Sofa by Piero Lissoni for Knoll Avio System with Marble Base
By Knoll, Piero Lissoni
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Designed by Piero Lissoni for Knoll, this rare configuration of the Avio modular sofa was produced
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Marble, Chrome
$24,500
H 141.74 in Dm 102.37 in
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Black, 1973, Set of 4
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, black leather and foam, France, 1973, set of
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Foam
$19,500 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Burgundy, 1973, Set of 4
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather and foam, France, 1973, set of
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Foam
$18,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
1999 Zanotta Alfa Grey Leather Sectional Modular Sofa by Emaf Progetti 2x Avail
By Zanotta, Emaf Progetti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
/modular sofa, designed by Emaf Progetti. The sofa is beautifully constructed and upholstered in very high
Category
1990s Italian Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
$4,975 / item
H 25 in W 36 in D 82.5 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna velvet, metal and plastic, Italy
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
$19,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
COR Trio Modular Sofa In Brown Teddy By Team Form AG, 1970s
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
The iconic modular sofa COR trio, executed in the original brown teddy fabric. The Cor Trio design
Category
1970s Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Upholstery
$2,197 / set
H 25.99 in W 38.59 in D 38.59 in
Camaleonda Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini, Italy 70s, White Bouclé Reupholstered
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for C&B Italia in 1972. Composed of 4
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
$51,789 / set
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
White Modular Sofa Model Camaleonda Designed By Mario Bellini. Italy 1970
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Discover unparalleled comfort and versatility with the iconic Camaleonda Modular Sofa, a timeless
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Bouclé
$35,397 / set
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Antonio Citterio B&B Italia Michel Club Blue Leather Two Piece Modular Sofa 2016
By B&B Italia
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Michel Club modular two modular sofa. Deep blue leather and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
$9,950 / set
H 27 in W 136 in D 32 in
Italian modern Beige fabric Modular sofa by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Sabot
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Beige fabric Modular sofa by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s
Modular and corner sofa
Category
1970s Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$5,392
H 25.6 in W 97.25 in D 64.38 in
Mario Bellini B&B Italia Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa 3 Seater
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Modular sofa Camaleonda model designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for B&B Italy in 1972. Composed
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
$23,994
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
ORCHID Modular Sofa
Armchair by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, France 1970
s
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern French Design "ORCHID" Modular Sofa & Armchair set by Michel Cadestin for
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Polyester
$2,660 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 33.08 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Sand Beige, 1973, Set of 4
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, sand beige leather and foam, France, 1973, set
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Foam
$16,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in 1972. Composed of large
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Wood
$19,243 / set
H 25.6 in W 103.15 in D 37.8 in
Amanta Modular Sofa by B&B Italia, Designed by Mario Bellini – Original Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Astoria, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY
A rare and collectible Amanta modular sofa designed by
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$4,890
H 26.4 in W 33.5 in D 31.5 in
Trio Modular Sofa by Franz Hero
Karl Odermatt for Team Form AG, COR
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in TOURS, FR
Iconic Trio modular sofa designed by Franz Hero and Karl Odermatt of Team Form AG for COR, Germany
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$11,878
H 24.61 in W 184.26 in D 37.8 in
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in Red Corduroy - Early B&B Italia ed.
By Mario Bellini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in Red Corduroy – Early B&B Italia Edition (1973)
A rare
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Velvet
$23,400 / set
H 15.75 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in 1972. Composed of 3
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Wool
$42,999
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Le Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Missoni Silk Velvet, Corduroy
By Roche Bobois, Missoni, Hans Hopfer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a current
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Silk, Velvet
$21,300 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Tito Agnoli for Arflex, Modular Sofa Model
9000
, in Teddy Re-Upholstery 1970s
By Arflex, Tito Agnoli
Located in Almelo, NL
Tito Agnoli for Arflex, modular sofa model '9000', in teddy fabric re-upholstery, Italy 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$14,625 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Contemporary modular Sofa
Armchairs LAmè system, brutalist furniture
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Modular Sofa - Armchair / Armchairs in black metallic Patina
Technical and tactile like an air
Category
2010s Italian Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,613 / item
H 29.93 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
Modular Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Hardwood, Steel and Fabric, Brazil, 1960
s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Uithoorn, NL
This modular sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, designed in the 1960s-1970s, is a standout piece thanks to
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Steel
$16,510
H 29.14 in W 93.31 in D 27.56 in
Modular Sofa Seating, Gerogen Nelson for Herman Miller, covered in Dedar fabric
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
system shows perfectly.
in 1955 nelson developed the „modular seating system“, including sofas, benches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Steel
$19,005 / set
H 27.96 in W 167.72 in D 29.93 in
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" modular sofa for B&B Italia, foam and faux-fur, Italy, 1971, set of five
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Faux Fur, Foam
$18,000 / set
H 28.35 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in
Black Leather
Walnut Modular Sofas Mod. 920 by Afra
Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Pair of modular sofas in black leather and walnut designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by
Category
1960s Italian Space Age Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
$6,643 / set
H 30.71 in W 68.31 in D 29.53 in
Wittmann Atrium modular sofa Austria 1970
By Wittmann
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super cool Wittmann Atrium modular leather sofa manufactured in Austria 1970. This sofa is made of
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
Rare
Elefante
modular sofas by Roberto Pamio for Stilwood, 1973
By Roberto Pamio, Stilwood
Located in Sittard, LI
Introducing an extremely rare pair of 'Elefante' modular sofas, designed by the renowned Italian
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$16,035 / set
H 26.19 in W 87.01 in D 33.47 in
Large Modular Sofa GE 280 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Oak Blue Grey
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very large modular sofa model: GE-280 by the famous Danish design grandmaster Hans J. Wegner for
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Wool, Oak
$11,278 / set
H 31.11 in W 112.21 in D 112.21 in
Etcetera Modular Sofa by Jan Ekselius
By Jan Ekselius, J.O. Carlssons Möbelindustri
Located in London, England
Manufactured by J.O. Carlssons Möbel AB, Vetlanda, 1970s/80s.
This piece was a part of the curated collection 'The wild and the vivid 1970s'.
Comprising 1 straight and 3 angular m...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
Post Modern 6 Piece Modular Sofa
By Rolf Benz
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Great 6 piece Post Modern modular sectional sofa attributed to Rolf Benz. A gorgeous sofa that will
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
Giancarlo Piretti “Sistema 61" Modular Sofa
By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli
Located in Chicago, IL
connects and disconnects using u-hooks that connect beneath the sofa. This piece is in excellent condition
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Wool
Amanta Modular Sofa in Orange Leather for C&B Italy, from Mario Bellini 1960s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Oirlo, LI
Mario Bellini Amanta modular sofa in orange leather for C&B Italy, 1960s.
Four separate elements
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
$6,592 / set
H 27.17 in W 32.29 in D 29.53 in
Down Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1973
By Carlo Bartoli
Located in Roma, IT
Down Modular Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy 1973.
Module two seats width 144
Category
1970s Italian Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
$21,975 / set
H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 86.62 in
Seven-Piece Modular Sofa by Don Chadwick for Herman Miller in Dedar Fabric
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Hellouw, NL
. Still, it remains highly functional, resilient and visually relevant today.A modular sofa of this scale
Category
1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
$26,132 / set
H 26.78 in W 137.8 in D 51.19 in
Durlet 9-Piece Modular Sofa in Luxe Green De Ploeg Fabric 1970
By Durlet
Located in Oirlo, LI
Elevate your living space with this exceptional 9-piece modular sofa by Durlet, upholstered in
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$7,720 / set
H 31.5 in W 188.98 in D 98.43 in
De Sede
Cosmos
DS28 modular sofa in grey / brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970
s
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Uithoorn, NL
De Sede 'Cosmos' DS28 modular sofa in grey / brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970's
The Cosmos has
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$25,538
H 27.56 in W 137.8 in D 37.41 in
Mario Bellini C&B
Camaleonda
modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Argelato, BO
Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original red velvet 1973
Listed price is per
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
$9,981 / set
H 25.6 in W 75.6 in D 37.8 in
Mario Bellini C&B
Camaleonda
modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Argelato, BO
Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original red velvet 1973
Listed price is per
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Metal
$21,381 / set
H 25.6 in W 151.19 in D 37.8 in
Mario Bellini
Camaleonda
Mid-Century Modular Sofa B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in London, GB
A five piece modular sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Italy, c1970s, not a contemporary
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
$30,309 / set
H 27.56 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Italian Mid Century Modern Modular Sofa 1970s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian Modular Corner Sofa, 1970s
A beautiful Italian modular corner sofa from the 1970s in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric, Wood
3-Piece Yellow Carrera Modular Sofa by Lomazzi, De Pas + D
urbino for BBB Italia
By Gionathan de Pas
Donato D’Urbino
Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare three piece Carrera modular sofa designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo
Category
1960s Italian Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Upholstery
$19,000 / set
H 26 in W 40 in D 33 in
Mario Bellini 7-Piece Bambole Chairs/ Modular Sofa Set for B&B Italia 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Almelo, NL
Mario Bellini 7-Piece Bambole Chairs/ Modular Sofa Set for B&B Italia 1970s
This is a set of seven
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$20,700 / set
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
Postmodern Italian Modular Sofa in Checkered Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sectional sofa, fabric, Italy, 1970s
This exceptional sofa stands as a prime example of postmodern
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Fabric
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Midcentury Modular Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A set of three modular lounge chairs that can form as sofa.
By Guillerme et Chambron
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Oak
1970s Wittmann Hochbaret leather Modular Sofa, Austria
By Wittmann
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of wear due to age
- Patinated leather
- heigh of seat 41 cm
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa Used
Materials
Leather
$3,135 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.14 in W 113.39 in D 53.94 in
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Modular Sofa Used For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modular sofa used for your home. A modular sofa used — often made from fabric, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect modular sofa used — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each modular sofa used bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made modular sofa used has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mario Bellini, De Sede and B&B Italia are consistently popular.
How Much is a Modular Sofa Used?
Prices for a modular sofa used can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $20 and can go as high as $60,000, while the average can fetch as much as $7,958.
Finding the Right Seating for You
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.
Questions About Modular Sofa Used
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between modular and standard sofas lies in their design. A standard sofa consists of a single piece, though it may have detachable cushions. A modular sofa is made up of separate components, such as a loveseat and a chaise on armless and single-arm chairs. As a result, a modular sofa offers the ability to create different configurations compared to a standard sofa. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of sofas.
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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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