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Seating For Sale
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Creator: Børge Mogensen
Arne Jacobsen Model 4130 Grand Prix
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Grand Prix chair was designed by the Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen in 1957 and was first presented at the Spring Exhibition for Danish crafts and furniture design. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$1,673 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3318 Pot Easy Chair Fabric
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 1959 Arne Jacobsen created Gryden – in English meaning the Pot – a light take on an embracive lounge chair and originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The shape...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,492 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3211 Little Giraffe
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Giraffe which earned its name because of its high backrest, dates back to 1959. Arne Jacobsen is the designer behind this beauty, and it was part of his total design of SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Jacobsen played around with the Giraffe and made different versions, and the one we know today is the Little Giraffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,039 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3211 Little Giraffe
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Giraffe which earned its name because of its high backrest, dates back to 1959. Arne Jacobsen is the designer behind this beauty, and it was part of his total design of SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Jacobsen played around with the Giraffe and made different versions, and the one we know today is the Little Giraffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$4,531 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3211 Little Giraffe
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Giraffe which earned its name because of its high backrest, dates back to 1959. Arne Jacobsen is the designer behind this beauty, and it was part of his total design of SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Jacobsen played around with the Giraffe and made different versions, and the one we know today is the Little Giraffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,039 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Fully Upholstered
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 7 barstool is a beautiful, functional and urban extension of the classic Series 7 chair designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. The chair is by far t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,898 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3193c Oxford Classic
Located in Berkeley, CA
The original version of the Oxford chair was designed for the professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford. The chair’s extra tall back served as a symbol of prestige and created a space of its own. The “professor’s chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$4,284 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Front Upholstered
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 7 barstool is a beautiful, functional and urban extension of the classic Series 7 chair designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. The chair is by far t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,216 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3173c Oxford Classic
Located in Berkeley, CA
The original version of the Oxford™ chair was designed for the professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford. The chair’s extra tall back served as a symbol of prestige and created a space of its own. The “professor’s chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$5,540 / item
Børge Mogensen Soborg Chair, Steel Frame, Seat Upholstered
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 1952 Mogensen built onto the Søborg series with a steel-framed version, a design that he viewed as a reflection on international modernism. The generous back and seat with optiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Mogensen 2334 Lounge Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
The 2334 easy chair was designed by Børge Mogensen’s son, architect Peter Mogensen, as the completion of his father’s last furniture series, initiated in 1971. The chair is perfect f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
$10,596 / item
1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair in Purple
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Egg Lounge Chair, Model 3316, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Jacobsen designed the chair in 1958, perfecting the shape by experimenting with wire a...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Early
Egg
Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, early 'egg' lounge chair, model 3316, leather, metal, Denmark, design 1958, produced 1966.
This chair is one of the most iconic designs in the histor...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
The Spanish Chair in Black Leather/Smoked Oak by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
Located in Dubai, AE
The iconic Spanish chair is Børge Mogensen’s masterful contribution to modern design, designed for Fredericia in 1958. Solid oak or walnut combined with the highest caliber saddle le...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Borge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair, Smoked Oak, Fabric
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’ – Designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Inquire for leather ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair, Soaped Oak, Fabric
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’ – Designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair, White Oil, Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’, designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair, Lacquered Oak, Fabric
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’ – Designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen 3236 Dining Chair, Oiled Oak, Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
Børge Mogensen’s evolution of ‘The People’s Chair’, designed in 1956 and dimensioned as a generously proportioned and sophisticated upholstered dining chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Børge Mogensen "J27" Beech Stools for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Børge Mogensen in 1955, the “J27” stool remains a solid and practical piece. With a multitude of purposes, form and function remain at the forefront of this design. Almos...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Beech
2023 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Low Oxford Desk Chairs in Suede 11 Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Oxford Desk Chairs, Model 3271W, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1965. These particular examples were produced by Fritz Hansen in Poland....
Category
2010s Polish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Beech Slatback Chairs by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The designs of Borge Mogensen aimed at functionality, minimalist appearance and easy accessibility. This pair of slatback chairs is perhaps one of the best examples of these principles of the Danish master with a rustic yet modern design.
The most attention-grabbing visual element of this rare model is the backrest with eight wooden spindles that create an airy look that recalls the traditional slatback chair style. The curved top rails have a sculptural look mimicked by the armrests that are also supported by individual slats. This creates a unified appearance that highlights the diverse shapes and the natural beauty of the beech wood and its versatile grain. Interesting details are to be found everywhere in the design, including the perfectly fitted seat cushions and the uniquely arranged stretchers connecting the legs. As the lower structure with the legs and stretchers combine straight lines with round shapes, the design gains a sculptural look that is appealing from all angles. The structure displays a beautiful contrast between the smooth beech frame and the elegant and textured bouclé fabric of the cushions. The chair’s manufacturer, FDB Møbler is a Danish furniture company established in 1942, and Børge Mogensen served as the design studio’s manager. Mogensen and the designers he employed came from the Copenhagen Cabinetmaker's Guild tradition and were unwilling to prioritize anything over craftsmanship and quality.
Extremely modest and confident at the same time is how these chairs can be best described. Mogensen preferred to work with traditional and natural materials, but also liked to experiment with new techniques; the resulting models are Danish Modern classics.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. The chairs’ cushions have been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
23.42 in W x 24.4 in D x 32.48 in H; Seat height 18.11 in; Arm height 25.39 in
59.5 cm W x 62 cm D x 82.5 cm H; Seat height 46 cm; Arm height 64.5 cm
About the designer:
Borge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinetmaker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950, he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
1973 Pair of Arne Jacobsen Low Oxford Chairs in Upholstered Caramel Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Oxford low armless desk or dining chairs, Model 3171T, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1965. These examples were produced in Denmark in 197...
Category
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,check last five pictures, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
1955, Arne Jacobsen...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Barstool Model Munkegaard by Arne Jacobsen, New
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian barstool model Munkegaard by Arne Jacobsen. New release. Only in production from 1955 to the late 1960s (and for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Seating
Materials
Walnut
Tongue Chair in Ash by Arne Jacobsen, New Releases
Located in Courbevoie, FR
The tongue chair is classic Arne Jacobsen. It has the immediately recognizable characteristics of the organic wave form in the seat; complemented with highly sculptural and splay...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Seating
Materials
Oak
$1,426 / item
Series 7 Butterfly Teak Armchairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen - Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Series 7 Butterfly Teak Armchairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen - Set of 3
The Vintage Mid Century Modern Series 7 Butterfly Teak Armchairs by Arne Ja...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples date to 2005.The listed price includes one chair and ...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
$400 / item
Arne Jacobsen, 6 Armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, Label
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Arne Jacobsen, 6 armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, label, good condition, usual wear.
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Model 3117 Desk Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Sevener
Located in Stamford, CT
Model 3117 steel and vinyl adjustable desk chair by Arne Jacobsen (Danish. 1902-1971) for Fritz Hansen Sevener. Stamped. Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Dining chairs model 3107, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic chair model 3107 from Series 7 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. High-quality stainless steel frame with plywood seat shell in black. The offer includes two chairs.
Quality...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Chair model 3117 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wood and metal office chair. Rotates on itself and height adjustable. Maximum height: 87 cm, maximum seat height: 55 cm. Stamped on the und...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Vintage Fritz Hansen Oxford Chairs in New Blue
White Ikat Upholstery
Located in Kensington, MD
We are extremely proud to offer this stunning (early production) set of six high back chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Thanks to thoughtful Danish design, they are ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
1976 Set of Three Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Danish Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of three Series 7 chairs with arms, designed by renowned architect Arne Jacobsen, produced by Fritz Hansen. These examples came from a Boston/Cambridge area ...
Category
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
2012 Arne Jacobsen Oxford Low Desk Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric 4x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Oxford chairs, Model 3271W, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1965. These particular examples were produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark C. 2012. The chairs are compris...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Six “Sjuan” Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960
Located in Torino, IT
Set of Six “Sjuan” Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960
Additional information:
Country of Manufacture – Denmark
Design Period – 1960
Production Period – 1960
Style – Midc...
Category
20th Century Danish Seating
Materials
Beech
$2,225 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen Oak Lounge Chair for Fredericia Stolefabrik, c. 197
Located in Sacramento, CA
This Danish Modern Børge Mogensen oak lounge Chair, produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik around 1970, epitomizes the simplicity and functionality of Scandinavian design. With its clean...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Børge Mogensen Set of Four Dinning Chairs for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen set of four dining chairs in oak and natural tanned leather. Executed by Fredericia Furniture.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 4x 1969 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Handstiched Leather Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four (the price listed is for four, however, up to eight side chairs are available and additional armchairs also) Arne Jacobsen Series 7 armchairs in cogn...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
1960s Børge Mogensen Teak Armchair Model 165 Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Danish Armchairs by Borge Mogensen, 1960’s
Located in London, GB
An attractive pair of mid century Danish armchairs designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik in the 1960’s. Beautifully crafted in Denmark the oak has lovely colour and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
1975 Borge Mogensen "Asserbo" Dining chairs for CI Designs In Oak Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1975 production set of Asserbo dining chairs designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by CI designs. CI designs was an ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Series7 Junior chair by Arne Jacobsen from 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, 2019
Located in Ravenna, IT
Serie7 Junior chair designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. With a curvaceous line, the Series7 is one of the Danish designer's most famous tr...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
1993 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Ottoman Black Made in Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Egg Chair and Ottoman, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1959. This set dates to 1993 and was produced in Denmark. It features an aluminum f...
Category
1990s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2022 Borge Mogensen for Carl Hansen BM5568 Deck Lounge Chair in Teak Untreated
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are four BM5568 deck chairs (sold individually) made of solid teak wood. The chair was designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. It da...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
2005 Arne Jacobsen Series 3300 Easy Lounge Chairs in Orange Grey Striped Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is Series 3300 Easy Chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Air Terminal in Copenhagen in 1958. The listed price includes one chair, and we have 2 chairs availab...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome, Steel
1966 Rare Series 4700 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Model 4700 Easy Chair, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1965. This example was produced in Denmark in ca. 1966. It features a solid beech frame and h...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam, Beech
2005 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 3300 Easy Lounge Chairs, 2x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is Series 3300 Easy Chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Air Terminal in Copenhagen in 1958. The listed price includes one chair, and we have 2 chairs availab...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome, Steel
2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four “Ant” Chairs, Model 3101, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952. These examples hail from 2005, and the listed price includes the set of four a...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
4 chairs, high back, in leather and aluminum, Oxford model by Arne Jacobsen.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Iconic Scandinavian office chairs. The Oxford chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Oxford University in the United Kingdom in 1964. Available in numerous versions, this high-backe...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
2008 Arne Jacobsen Oxford High-Back Dining or Desk Chair in Cream Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Oxford desk or dining chair with arms, Model 3272, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1965. These examples date to 2008 and were produced in Denmark....
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2005 Arne Jacobsen Series 3300 Easy Lounge Chairs in Striped Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Series 3300 Easy Chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Air Terminal in Copenhagen in 1958. The listed price includes one chair, and we have 3 chairs avail...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome, Steel
1960s Børge Mogensen Set of Four Fully Restored Danish Oak Lounge Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored lounge chairs designed by Børge Mogensen for Frederica Stolefabrik in 1968.
The set is characterized by Børge Mogensen ability to design simple, functun...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
1960s Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair by Fritz Hansen of Denmark in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and very special swan chair, produced in the mid 1960s. This example was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. It was acquired directl...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Jacobsen Rosewood Table or Stool from St. Catherine
s College
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Rare rosewood table or ottoman from St. Catherine's college. Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1962 for St. Catherine's college in Oxford. Made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 6 Black Munkegaard Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of 6 Munkegaard chairs, designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen in 1955, epitomizes Danish design excellence. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these chairs are a ti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,734 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Arne Jacobsen
1902-1971
Six Chaises Modèle 3101, Edition Fritz Hansen
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) six chaises modèle 3101, assises et dossiers en contreplaqué moulé laqué noir, piétement quadripode en métal tubulaire chromé. Edition Fritz Hansen. Danish ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Plywood
Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Tall Oxford Chair White Leather 2007 4x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an authentic (sold individually) labelled Arne Jacobsen tall oxford chair in white leather with a lovely brushed aluminum base.Four chairsare available.
The cha...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Oxford Desk Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960
s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An "Oxford" arm chair in white leather upholstery with a high back and a cast aluminum 5 point base with casters. Height adjustable +/- 5".
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early "Egg" chair with vintage upholstery.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool
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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