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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Pair of Chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of chair Model JH501 by Hans J Wegner, designed in 1949 and manufactured by Johannes Hansen in Denmark.
This pair has wear and tear to the frame and rattan (please see ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Classic Hans Wegner Round Chair
Located in New York, NY
Sleek, sophisticated and architectural, wraparound armchair in solid rosewood, designed by Hans Wegner made by Johannes Hansen The chair has a solid rosewood frame, drop in upholstered seat, and wrapped cane backrest. The frame looks like it has a later, but not new, clear lacquered overcoat, the fabric seat shows cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
Measures: Total H 29.5 x arm H 27.5 x seat H 17 inches. Know as the Round Chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery.
Model 3107 also know as series 7, B...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Hans Wegner
CH23
Chair in Black Oak
Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH23' Chair in Black Oak & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Daybed "GE-1" by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool lounge chair with footstool by Hans J. Wegner. Can be set in a flat position and turned into a daybed. Made from oak with beautiful woodgra...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Cigar" model lounge chairs, designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, Denmark, circa 1960s. They retain their original finish and have been recently teak oiled. Reup...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Early Production Hans Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this early production example of Hans Wegner's iconic CH24 Wishbone chair manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son. It features a red lacquer finish and woven pape...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Wood
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker J16 Model
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocker, designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1980s. Originally designed in 1944, this has been one of Wegner’s most widely recog...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cord, Beech
Dining Y-Chairs by Hans Wegner CH 24
Located in Vienna, AT
Hans J Wegner (1914-2007). Bog oak Y-chair, model CH 24, seat woven with paper yarn, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn. H. 76 cm. Seat height 45 cm. Some markings.
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Wishbone Chairs by Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a versatile suite of ten CH36 Dining Chairs, this set was manufactured in Denmark in the 2010s by the esteemed producer Carl Hansen
Son. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
$5,000 / set
Hans Wegner
CH22
Chair in Oak Soap
Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans Wegner 'CH22' Chair in Oak Soap & Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner for Getama High-back in Black Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish high back lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, Denmark. The chair is crafted of dark teak with sloping arms, and newly upholstered in a fine black leather.
Measur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair - Smoked Oak Frame - Luna Fabric 04204
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner for Getama in 1953, the GE 290 is one of the architect’s classic and most appreciated works. Large, sculpted paddle arms showcase the natural beauty of the wood grain and flawless joinery throughout. It is hand built at Getama’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled cabinetmakers using traditional Scandinavian...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Model 3107 7 Series Stacking Chair in Teak Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Basel, BS
Set of 4 Original 1980s signed rare and gorgeous classic 3107 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs in teak. Signed by Maker. Beautiful condition and wood grain throughout all.
Ve...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,380 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Armchair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Butterfly Armchair Series 7 (Model 3207) designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Rare version with plywood shell veneered with beautiful grained Rosewood....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Plywood
Hans J. Wegner PP124 Rocking Chair – 1984 – PP Møbler, Denmark
Located in Weesp, NL
Hans J. Wegner PP124 Rocking Chair – 1984 – PP Møbler, Denmark
A timeless masterpiece of Danish modern design, this PP124 rocking chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1984, embodies...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Post-Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Ash
Hans Wegner JH-503 Round Armchairs in Teak with Chocolate Leather Seats, 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original set of six JH-503 armchairs in solid teak, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, 1950s.
This early model is one of W...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner CH-25 Oak Lounge Chair, 1950
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - CH-25 Lounge Chair, 1950
Produced by Carl Hansen & Son, Copenhagen, Denmark. Oiled, patinated oak frame with new woven paper cord seat and back.
This is an early ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
1960s Danish Hans J. Wegner Airport Chair Reupholstered in Color of Choice
Located in Knebel, DK
Hans Wegner AP38 'Airport' chair by A.P. Stolen.
The exceptional modern chair. of it´s time was originally designed in 1958, on tubular-steel frames. Seats will be reupholstered in ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner Carl Hansen Black Wood wishbone Woven Natural Papercord CH24 Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
This is a single black finished ash Hans Wegner Y chair (wishbone chair) that features amazing and sturdy woven papercord seat. Labeled chair still...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Ash
Hans J. Wegner Early Stamped Carl Hansen
Son CH-24 "Wishbone" Chair, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare model "CH-24" / "Wishbone" chairs from the very early years of the Carl Hansen & Sons production of Hans J. Wegner's iconic chair. The condition of both chairs is amazing and th...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak, Woven Cane, Brass and Leather by Hans Wegner, 1959
Additional Information:
Material: Oak, woven cane, brass and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Rare Sofa GETAMA designed by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
- very confortable
- marked
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair
Located in New York, NY
A Danish oak and leather armchair.
Designed by Hans Wegner
Name - Sawbuck chair
Model Number - CH-28 armchair was designed by Hans Wegner in 195...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen "The Chair" Teak and Leather Round Chair, 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a rare and exceptional JH 501 armchair. Most commonly known as "The Chair", this chair is expertly designed for style and comfort and exquisitely constructed from solid teak...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage Hans Wegner "The" Chair Johannes Hansen Teak Danish Patina
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic "The" chair designed by Hans Wegner and executed by Johannes Hansen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Beautiful patina, reupholstered in cognac (orange/yellow/brown tone) leather. Thi...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen Lancome Stool
Located in Rochester, NY
Lancome makeup stool for department store make up counters. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Bent plywood seat.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Hans J. Wegner Ox Chair and ottoman Model EJ 100, black original leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An immortal classic, the EJ-100, Ox chair with ottoman, was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960, and is regarded as one of Wegners more important chairs. It was Wegner's fascination w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans J. Wegner, Dining Room Chairs, Oak, Teak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of six dark-stained oak, teak and off-white fabric dining room or side chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen, Denmark, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (in...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge chair with ottoman, Model GE530, smoked oak, leather
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair and ottoman.
Original patinated leather upholstery.
Model GE530, made by Getama.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model
Syveren
3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290A, oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid oak.
New upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Model 290A, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Leather Egg Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Authentic Arne Jacobsen Egg chair for Fritz Hansen. Iconic design made by Arne in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen.
This is a vintage model from the 1960s. In its origina...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Rocking Chair Rocker Model J16
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Beech and Corded Seat Model J16 Rocker, designed by Hans Wegner for FDB Mobler, Denmark, circa 1980s. Retains original canvas and leather cushions. Originally designed ...
Category
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cord, Beech
Hans Wegner Early Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen Original Fabric 1951, Stamped
Located in Vienna, AT
Collectors set of two labeled, stamped very early Papa Bear AP 19 chairs (number 13+16)
Made in Denmark, Designer Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen, around 1951.
Priced as a pair; we will ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Midcentury Peacock Chair by Hans Wegner, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Peacock chair designed by Hans J Wegner for master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen. Made in Denmark in the mid-1950s. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Ash, Teak
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen.
Multiple available.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
$295 Sale Price / item
60% Off
Two Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chairs, no 4130, in Teak, with Rare Provenance.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two Grand Prix chair no. 4130 in teak, with rare provenance.
The chair, originally known as Model 3130, was first introduced in 1957 at the Milan Triennale. It features an elegant ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Birch, Teak
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen Model-3103 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions original upholstered with lightHallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Frame of oak. With armrests.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
$5,956 / item
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953
Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather
$715 / item
Hans Wegner Ox Chair AP-46 and Ottoman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely Ox Chair and Ottoman designed by Hans Wegner. It is upholstered in a green wool blend with brown leather corded trim. Purchased out of a Northern California estate. It is pi...
Category
20th Century Danish Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,500 / set
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
$942 / item
Hans J. Wegner, Armchair in Teak
Leather, "The Chair" model JH501, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
An iconic armchair in teak and leather, Model JH501, famously known as "The Chair," designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949. This particular version, crafted in the 1950s by Johannes Hans...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans J Wegner CH24 Wishbone Chair Beech Barley Natural Papercord for Carl Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The very first model Hans J. Wegner designed exclusively for Carl Hansen
Søn in 1949, the CH24 Wishbone Chair, has been in continuous production since its introduction in 1950....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Original papabear chair by Hans Jørgen Wegner, Denmark.
Located in København K, DK
AP19 lounge chair in fabric and teak pawns and teak legs. Designed in 1954 by Hans Jørgen Wegner and manufactured by AP Stolen, Denmark. Rusty Peach colour. Also called the Papa bear...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, model Grand Prix model 3130
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3130 Grand Prix, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, Black Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with black aniline leather.
Legs of powder coated steel.
Model 3110 "Drop", made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
Son CH-33 Chairs in Teak
Located in Seattle, WA
Set of for Hans J. Wegner "CH33" from the early Carl Hansen & Sons production in the 1960s in teak, with plywood seating. in original condition, beautiful patina.
All stamped undern...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans Wegner Bench Model JH 574, Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome Scandinavian Modern solid teak slatted bench designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen. This beautiful bench is iconic and seen in design magazines and on Instagram in many interiors. Would look great with furniture by other vintage makers...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner
CH20
Chair in Oak, Black Leather
Oil for Carl Hansen
Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH20' Chair in Oak, Black Leather & Oil for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first worksh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner GE-300/4 Sofa Getama Denmark 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-300 / 4 sofa, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1960s for Getama Denmark. Legs in solid oak and original blue Kvadrat wool fabric. Needs a new upholstery/fabric. Ask for price (if int...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Vintage Cognac Leather "Swan" Sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Swan sofa by Danish design pioneer, Arne Jacobsen, has become iconic and synonymous with Danish Modern. Reupholstered i...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen x Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chairs, 1977, molded plywood with chrome legs, marked "Danish Furniture Makers Control / Mad...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 290, soap treated Oak, 1970s Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made of solid soap treated oak.
New upholstered with two tone grey Hallingdal wool from Kvadrat.
Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
1 Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Arne Jacobsen swan chair.
Design Arne Jacobsen, 1958.
Designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, for which designer Arne Jacobsen was the architect, the Swan Chair (1958) permitted guests to spin on its swivel base, thus becoming active participants in the busy hotel atmosphere. Now made of polyurethane foam, it’s marked by its flowing organic shape. A single upholsterer hand-sews the fabric onto the frame. Original design and licensed manufacture by Republic of Fritz Hansen...
Category
Late 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Naugahyde
$880 Sale Price / item
74% Off
Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Rosewood China Chair, c1960s
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner
Model FH-4283 China Chair, 1944.
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion.
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hans J Wegner
CH25
Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil
Papercord for Carl Hansen
Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J Wegner 'CH25' Easy Chair in Walnut, Oil & Papercord for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut, Papercord, Wood
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-375
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with yellow Hallingdal wool fabric.
Frame of oak.
Model GE-375, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Wool
$4,770 / set
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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