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Seating For Sale
Creator: Hans J. Wegner
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
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
Arne Jacobsen, teak swivel desk chair "T-chair", model 3113, Fritz Hansen, 1963
Located in Uppsala, SE
The height adjustable and swivel T-chair, or model 3103, was designed by Arne Jacobsen back in 1957 and was developed in collaboration with the danish doctor and professor Eigill Sno...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Hans J. Wegner GE19 Daybed with Teak and Camel Leather for Getama Denmark 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful early Daybed Model GE19 designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1960s. Teak frame with tapered legs and brass brackets in very good condition with minor traces of use...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner High Back Lounge Chair, Model GE-375, 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large-scale high back armchair by Hans Wegner with solid oak frame and original cushions in greenish wool, produced by GETAMA in 1969, model GE 375, detachable neck cushion, original...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Four FH4103 ‘Heart’ Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen in Oak, 1952
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Wegner had worked on getting an armchair to sit flush against a table int he Cow Horn Chair in 1952. In the heart chair, which takes its name from the shapes of its seat, Wegner sim...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Pair of 'Airport' Chairs in Leather & Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, pair of 'Airport' lounge chairs, leather, steel, Denmark, 1958
This pair of Airport chairs are designed by icon Hans Wegner in 1958. The design was n...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner CH28 Lounge Chair, 1960s
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
SAWBUCK CHAIR CH28, designed in 1951 by the Danish master Hans J. Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Søn. A wonderfully comfortable chair that shows the perfect balance between str...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Iconic Hans Wegner ‘Flag Halyard’ Lounge Chair Early Edition Model GE225
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, ‘Flag Halyard’ lounge chair model ‘GE225’, rope, steel, dark green lacquered steel, leather, wood, sheepskin, Denmark, 1958
This iconic chair, made with 250 metres o...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Hans Wegner for C.M. Madsens 'W2' Chair in Oak; Denmark, 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely example of the early work of the 20th century's master of seating design, Hans J. Wegner. The sculpted oak backrest or top-rail employed here was developed as part of a fami...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Series 7, Model 3107, 80th Anniversary Fully Upholstered Chair
Located in Lejre, DK
Embodying Elegance and Heritage: The Series 7™ 3107 80th Anniversary fully upholstered chair, a celebration of design excellence, sophisticatio...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome
Hans Wegner Ap-29 Papa Bear Ottoman in Oak and Boucle
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner
AP-29 Papa Bear Ottoman, 1953
The Papa Bear chair is one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most iconic designs and is perfectly complimetned by the matching AP-29 ottoman. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark this piece features beautifully aged and patinated oak handles and legs that have been sensitively restored. This example has been reupholstered in luxurious Dedar Karakorum...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Versatile Chaise Lounge or Daybed in Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, chaise lounge with ottoman model GE01, oak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1954
This chaise lounge consists out of two sections. An adjustable lounge chai...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stool in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottoman, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. Wegner for ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Cigar' Stools in Solid Oak with Green Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 'Cigar' ottomans or stools, model 'GE240S', oak, fabric, Denmark, design 1955
Designed in 1955, this Cigar ottoman is a creation by Danish master Hans J. ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Office Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, office chair model ‘3217’, wood, fabric, chrome-plated metal, plastic, Denmark, designed in 1955, later production
This office chair by Arne Jacobsen...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Hans Wegner GE-284A Highback Lounge Chair, Treated Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Hans Wegner, the 284A high back lounge chair provides clean, crisp lines for the modern home. The chair is handcrafted at GETAMA’s factory in Gedsted, Denmark by skilled ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Dining Chair in Oak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, dining chair, model 'CH 33', oak, leather, Denmark, design 1954, later production.
Dining chair designed by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. Th...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, sofa, model 'CH103', leather, metal, Denmark, 1970s
The CH103 sofa by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn is a modern three-seat sofa ideal fo...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
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, steel, 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
Steel
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen Set of Four Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, set of four dining chairs, model ‘C23’, oak, teak, cognac leather, Denmark, designed in 1950
The chair model ‘C23’ features sophisticated details that characterize Wegner’s well-known designs. Per example, note the wood joints in shape of a crucifix that highlight the backrest. As one of the first exclusively for Carl Hansen designed chairs, the ‘C23’ surprises the user until today with a combination of Danish elegance and comfort.
Hans Wegner (1914-2007) is one of the most prolific furniture designers of the world. Wegner was born in 1914 in Denmark and began his apprenticeship with Danish master cabinetmaker H.F. Stahlberg when he was fourteen years old. Afterwards, he moved to Copenhagen and attended the School of Arts and Crafts between 1936 and 1938. In 1938, he was approached by the architects and designers Arne Jacobsen and Erik Møller...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Arne Jacobsen High Back 'Oxford' Swivel Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, later production.
The original version o...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner 'GE-236/3' Three Seat Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner, three-seat sofa model GE-236/3, fabric and oak, Denmark, 1950s
Beautiful sofa by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. This sofa has a solid oak frame with the constructio...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, pair of 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, recent production
The original version of t...
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, 'Sawbuck' dining chair, model CH29, teak, beige fabric, Denmark, design 1952
Hans Wegner's chair exemplifies a solid construction, despite its...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen ‘New Papa Bear’ Easy Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, ‘New Papa Bear’ lounge chair, model AP69, oak, reupholstered in Ohmann Colorado nubuck leather, Denmark, 1968/69
This D...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Easy Chair in Oak and Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, armchair, model '4700', oak, leather, Denmark, 1965.
Armchair designed by the Danish designer Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971). The frame shows elegant geom...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Pair of 'Wishbone' Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, pair of 'Wishbone' chairs, model 'CH24', oak, papercord, Denmark, design 1950, production afterwards
The Wishbone chair is one of the best know...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Hans Wegner Oak 1950s Cigar Chair
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner Cigar Chair Model GE-240
Produced by Getama in Denmark, c1950s. The Cigar chair remains one of Wegner's most effective, contemporary and popular designs.
This exam...
Category
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Bouclé
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Ten 'Butterfly' Chairs in Plywood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 'Butterfly' or 3107 chairs, plywood, steel, Denmark, design 1955
Set of iconic multifunctional chairs by master designer Arne Jacobsen. These chair...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Teak CH-29 Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and minimalistic set of four danish modern CH-29 Sawbuck dining chairs. Designed by Hans J. Wagner in 1951 for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Manufactured probably in ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, pair of lounge chairs, model 'AP-16', fabric, oak, Denmark, 1951.
Pair of armchairs with oak frame designed by the Danish master Hans J. Wegner. This m...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set 'Oxford' Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of eight 'Oxford' chairs, metal, yellow fabric, Denmark, design 1965.
These classic executive office chairs feature a medium high back (as oppose...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, three-seat sofa, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aestheti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner for Getama 'Century 2000' Four-Seat Sofa in Beige Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Getama, sofa 'Century 2000', metal, fabric, Denmark 1990s.
Modern three-seather sofa in beige fabric. Nicely designed round brushed steel legs which are delicate ...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner Sofa ‘Airport’ in Striped Upholstery and Metal Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, sofa ‘Airport’ model AP35/4, fabric, metal, Denmark, designed in 1957
This sleek looking sofa is part of the ‘airport’ series and is characterized b...
Category
1950s Vintage Seating
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner
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 Set of Four 'Sawbuck' Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, set of four 'Sawbuck' CH29 chairs, oak, Denmark, 1952.
This set of four chairs is designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. The chairs are de...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
This pair of armchairs (Model GE 181 A) was designed by Hans Wegner and produced...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Lounge Chair in Oak and Dark Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, lounge chair model 'GE290', oak, wool, Denmark, design 1959.
The GE290 lounge chair is an elegant and well-proportioned piece within a simplistic construc...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak, Wool
Pair of Early Oak and Cane Round Chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a pair of early oak and caned armchair by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark. Excellent condition including new professionally crafted cane seats and backs.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
CH35 armchair by Hans Wegner, design 1959
Located in PARIS, FR
CH35 model armchair by Hans Wegner, manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, in its oak and black leather version. A modern design classic by Hans Wegner with recognizable cultu...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Hans J. Wegner Set of 6 Early Wishbone Chairs in Oak By Carl Hansen and So
Located in Praha, CZ
- very good original condition considering the age with minor signs of use
- Sturdy and stable
- Stamped by producer
- height of seat 43 cm
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Modern High Back Swivel Oxford chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Belmont, MA
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 'Oxford' high backed desk chair, aluminum, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, recent production.
The original version of the 'Oxfo...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner 'Hammock Chair', for Getama, 1967
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare Hans J. Wegner Hammock chaise lounge.
Beautiful patinated oak frame and original halyard with copper details.
Light linen fabric cushion with ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Brass
Oak and Leather Armchairs by Hans Wegner, Denmark 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent pair of oak and leather armchairs designed by Hans Wegner. 1960s, Denmark. Rich, dark tone to wood recently refinished. Dark brown leather seat, backrest and neck pillow. E...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Arne Jacobsen - 4 chairs Grand Prix 1957
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Arne Jacobsen -
4 chairs
Fritz Hansen Edition
9-ply walnut and quadrat fabrics
h80.5 x 50 x 50
Category
1950s European Other Vintage Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 'Oxford' Swivel Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Nice set of 4 ‘Oxford’ swivel chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1965 for the professors of St-Catherine’s college in Oxford. These examples are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner, Lounge Chair, Model 671, Oak, Coda 2 and Cotton Rope
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair made bended oak veener. Cotton cord in back
New upholstered with Coda 2 fabric for kvadrat
Model 671, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cord, Oak
J16 Rocking chair, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Neuss, NW
J16 rocking chair by Hans J. Wegner for Fredericia from the 1940s. High-quality solid frame made of stained beech wood with hand-woven seat made of paper yarn.
Quality Features:
ac...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Yarn, Beech
Set of four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, cognac leather, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Wrapped in Luxurious Cognac Leather, a testament to Arne Jacobsen's visionary design.
These chairs,...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair, Model GE-370
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner lounge chair with loose cushions new upholstered with vintage tan full grain aniline leather.
Frame of solid oak
Model GE-370, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Teak and Cane Dining Chairs Set of Six CH40
Located in Oakland, CA
Model CH40 dining chairs in Teak, by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. Made in Denmark 1960s.
These are a rare model and are sold as a set of six. Freshly woven cane seats will darken ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Teak
1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
The desks are marked with a Fritz Hansen label from July 1965 and have...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Oak
Early Arne Jacobson Egg Chair in Black Leather for Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
The iconic, egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark.
This chair is a rare early example, it features its original black coloured leather ,This high-backed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
First Edition Arne Jacobsen 3117 Desk Swivel Chair by Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Arne Jacobsen swivel desk chair model 3117 office chair. Original, first series (proven by the metal cap to underside - see image #14) on four-star swivel base with chromed steel fee...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Halyard Deckchair in Oak
Located in Oakland, CA
A classic deckchair designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 1950s, currently produced to-order by PP Møbler in Denmark. This example dates to the mid-2000s.
The frame is constructed of s...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Four Oxford Swivel Chairs in Brown Leather by Arne Jacobsen, design 1965
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of four 'Oxford Chairs' swivel dining chairs with brown leather upholstery and a metal frame. These chairs, with model 3171, are designed in 1965 and executed at a later date by ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Early Hans J. Wegner, model CH24, Wishbone chair, Carl Hansen & Søn, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Early example of the iconic Wishbone chair (or the Y-chair as it also is called), designed in 1949 by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn and was put into production from 1950 and f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
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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