1940s Carved Floral Wood Leopard Scalamabdre Velvet Arm Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning set of ...
Upholstery, Wood, Velvet
Large Art Deco Roll Arm Lounge Chair Old Olive Green Velvet Denmark 1930-1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large impressive and comfortable Fritz Hansen style Danish Art Deco lounge chair made in the 1930s-1940s by skilled carpenters.
Wood, Velvet
1940s Danish Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's Danish wingback lounge chair This handsome lounge chair has a distinguished and structured silhouette Newly refinished wood paneled frame accented with original leather hand...
Leather, Velvet, Wood
1940s Mid-Century Modern Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Velvet and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of twelve dining chairs, velvet, walnut, Italy, 1940s These 1940s Italian dining chairs reflect the discreet opulence and elegance characteristic of Italian design in the mid-20...
Velvet, Walnut
1940s Hollywood Regency Crest-Back Button-Tufted Chair in Platinum Velvet
Located in New York, NY
A 1940s Hollywood Regency crest-back button-tufted slipper chair in platinum velvet.
Velvet
$24,000 / set
Lounge Chairs, Italian Manufactory, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Two lounge chairs with gray velvet upholstery and geometric frame made of solid walnut. Armchairs newly upholstered and polished.
Velvet, Walnut
French Art Deco Walnut Armchair with Cognac Velvet Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A French Art Deco armchair from the 1940s, reupholstered in velvet fabric in a rich cognac hue.
Velvet, Walnut
$6,900 / set
Pair of Pascaud Art Deco Armchairs - 1940's
By Jean Pascaud
Located in North Miami, FL
French armchairs by Jean Pascaud feature an elegant, gently flared backrest and curving front legs and arms that give them a refined, modern silhouette. The warm polished lacquer wo...
Velvet, Fruitwood
Danish Art Deco Club Chair in Viggo Boesen Style with Floral Velvet 1940s
By Carl Malmsten, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco comfortable lounge chair from the 1940s fully upholstered with floral pattern velvet.
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Mogens Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker during the 1940s. These chairs showcase the timeless appeal of Scandinavian design, blending sculptural form with comfort and functionality.
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Set of Six Edward Wormley Mid Century Dunbar Dining Chairs Circa 1940-50’s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Bernville, PA
Set of six Mid Century Dunbar dining chairs from the late 1940’s early 1950’s by Edward Wormley. The set is in excellent original condition. Beautiful reddish pink velour upholstery...
Velvet, Mahogany
Italian Sculptural Wooden and Pink Velvet Dining Chairs, 1940s, Set of 4
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Varese, Lombardia
The design of this set of four sculptural chairs is attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich. The chairs were produced in the 1940s and retain their original old pink velvet upholstery.
Velvet, Wood
$11,674 / set
Pair of Jacob Kjaer Green Velvet 1940s Armchairs
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in London, England
Jacob Kjaer - Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1940s A pair of 1940s lounge chairs designed and made by master-cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer.
Wool, Mahogany
$2,950 / item
1940s French Wood Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible carved wood chair from France, 1940s. Beautiful carved bobbin wood legs and criss-cross detailing on back.
Velvet, Wood
$14,500 / set
Pair of 1940s Otto Schulz Easy Chairs
By Otto Schulz
Located in Dallas, TX
Incredibly comfortable! This chair was designed in 1936 by Swedish designer Otto Schulz, representing a more round and curvy style that was about to become popular in the 1940's.
Velvet, Wood
Beige Velvet Cocktail Armchair, Fringed Design, 1940s Vintage, Antique
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The beige velvet fringed Cocktail armchair is a true treasure from the 1940s that has stood the test of time with elegance and style. This iconic seat, in its original and perfectly ...
Velvet
American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of cerused oak and green velvet fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
$1,120 / set
1940s Pair of Chairs with Stool, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered in velvet fabric - Stool dimensions: 40 x 47x 34 cm
Fabric, Velvet
Vintage Bentwood Chair, Thonet Design, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful, fully restored bentwood chair from Czechoslovakia, produced in 1940s. The chair is made of a strong oak wood construction and bentwood parts.
Velvet, Oak, Bentwood
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood, rattan and beige velvet fabric slipper or lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, 1940s. 16.5” seat height
Fabric, Velvet, Rattan, Wood
Pair of Norwegian Lounge Chairs with Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with a solid wood frame patinated leather and velvet. Designed and made by Møre Lenestolfabrikk A/S Ørstavik. Great original condition.
Leather, Velvet
Swedish Modern Easy Chair, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Hammarö, SE
The Swedish Modern movement sought to create furniture that felt natural rather than imposed—pieces shaped by comfort, proportion, and an intuitive understanding of how people live. ...
Velvet, Oak
Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair with Velour Upholstery, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish lounge chair is an early example of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design as well as outstanding craftsmanship with a quality that honours the materials and th...
Velvet, Wood
Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs in Gilt Iron, Original Green Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf, Velvet France, 1940s.
Gold Leaf, Iron
$13,950 / set
Pair Scalloped Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of asymmetrical lounge is a stunning take on a Hollywood Regency wingback chair. Inspired by Art Deco design elements, they each feature a tight back shows off plush tailor...
Velvet, Wood
Danish lounge chair and sofa 1940s reupholstered in premium green mohair.
By Gio Ponti, Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Finn Juhl
Located in København K, 84
This exceptional 1940s Danish sofa and lounge chair, crafted by Slagelse Møbelværk, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless elegance of early Danish modern design. Created...
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
6 ceruse solid wood chairs by Gilberte and René Schmitt from the 1940s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Set of six 1940s chairs by Gilberte and René Schmitt. Structure in solid ceruse wood, backs and seats in studded red velvet (original fabric).
Velvet, Wood
Vintage French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergere Chair, 1940s
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant vintage armchair exemplifies the grace of the Louis XV style, featuring a hand-carved giltwood frame with a warm, aged patina. The chair's "en cabriolet" slightly curve...
Velvet, Giltwood
French Gilt Metal Side Chairs, Gold Leaf, Open Scroll Design, 1940s
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French 1940s gilt metal side chairs with open scroll design back and woven apron under seat with a stretcher. One chair dose not have its black cushion.
Metal, Gold Leaf
Danish Midcentury, Curved Club Chair, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
A rare comfortable easy chair with some beautiful curves. Original fabric in beautiful green color which complements the natural materials. Made by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker in t...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Danish Art Deco 2 Club Chairs Almost Identical of Dark Wood and Velour, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Jindřich Halabala, Alvar Aalto
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
2 Almost identical club- or lounge chairs made in Denmark, 1930s-1940s. The frames are made of steam bend and dark stained wood, upholstered with checked velour velvet in brown, ...
Velvet, Wood
Danish Art Deco Lounge Chair, Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Møbelværk, 1940s
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Rødding, DK
A distinguished and beautifully preserved Danish Art Deco lounge armchair by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Møbelværk — one of the most collectible and consistently sought-after com...
Velvet, Beech
Danish Art Deco Lounge Chair, Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Møbelværk, 1940s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Rødding, DK
A distinguished and beautifully preserved Danish Art Deco lounge armchair by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Møbelværk — one of the most collectible and consistently sought-after com...
Velvet, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchair with Cross-Back Design, 1940s-1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Quarrata, IT
This elegant armchair is a superb example of Italian craftsmanship from the 1950s, blending neoclassical grace with Mid-Century Modern functionality. The chair features a solid wood ...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century French Corner Chairs, 1940s, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French corner chairs solid walnut wood with legs.
Velvet, Walnut
1940s, Model “Laila” Lounge Chair by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant and sculptural Finnish lounge chair from the 1940s, model “Laila”, designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko.
Velvet, Beech
$5,717 / set
1940s "Bergere" Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
1940s "Bergere" armchairs in gray velvet, original body, padding and upholstery new
Velvet
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing pair of Danish modern lounge chairs with armrests in oak, back and seat reupholstered in a brown velour which adds a soft and shiny texture to the overall aesthetic. The c...
Velvet, Oak
$1,891 / item
1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchair, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric.
Velvet, Beech
$7,817 / item
Original lounge chair by Flemming Lassen, Denmark.
By Flemming Lassen
Located in København K, DK
Original 1940s easy chair in green velvet. Similar to "den trætte mand" with original upholsery.
Velvet, Beech
$2,738Sale Price / set|25% Off
1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Pair of 1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchairs, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric.
Velvet, Beech
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Walnut, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and purple velvet lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Velvet, Walnut
Maison Ramsay Signed Pair of 1940's Neo Classic Pair of Chairs
By Maison Ramsay
Located in New York, NY
MAISON RAMSAY signed pair of 1940's neo classic pair of chairs,totally restored, newly recovered in pale blue velvet and with leather arms and gold bronze brace signed RAMSAY in woo...
Bronze
Otto Schulz chair, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish tufted chair designed by Otto Schulz, circa 1940s, Sweden.
Velvet
$1,540Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Design Lounge Arm Chair set, Belgium 1940's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Art Deco Design Lounge Arm Chair set, made in Belgium 1940's. Beautiful shaped chairs with OP Art velvet fabric, which is probably not original and reupholstered somewhere in...
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
$29,170 / set
Pair of Otto Schulz Chairs, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ivory white velvet easy chairs by Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1940s.
Velvet
$25,669 / set
Pair of Otto Schulz Chairs, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ivory white velvet easy chairs by Otto Schulz, Boet, Sweden, 1940s.
Velvet
Danish sofa and lounge chair 1940s reupholstered in premium green mohair.
By Gio Ponti, Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Finn Juhl
Located in København K, 84
This exceptional 1940s Danish sofa and lounge chair, crafted by Slagelse Møbelværk, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless elegance of early Danish modern design. Created...
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
Office chair with armrests in blackened oak, 1940s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
French office chair from the 1940s. Solid oak frame stained black (original color) and newly reupholstered corduroy seat. The two front legs are adorned with decorative solid brass p...
Velvet, Oak
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.
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