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Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Black Lacquer Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen three legged Ant chairs in Black Lacquer. Labeled
Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Six Early Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Three-Legged Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Set of six teak early three-legged Jacobsen Ant chairs manufactured by Fritz Hansen. See other
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Set of 12 Ant Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, in Red, for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in London, GB
Mid-century set of 12 Ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1960s. Red lacquered
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six 1950s "Model 3100" Ant Chairs in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of six beautiful 1950s "Ant" chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. This very early
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Original Ant Chairs Model 3101 In Pastel Green By Arne Jacobsen From 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This original set of two Ant chairs, model 3101, brings a touch of vintage charm to any space with
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

8 "Ant" Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen c. 1985
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight iconic "Model 3101" (better known as "Ant") chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian mid century curved wood and legs Ant chair by Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid century modern curved solid wood and chromed legs Ant chair by Fritz Hansen, 1970s. Ant
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Original 3100 'Ant' Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
1995 set of 4 Arne Jacobsens iconic Model 3100 "Ant" chair. The Ant chair’s visual expression is
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1952, Arne Jacobsen, Original early set Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
early version model #3100 ant chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1952. Made of rosewood veneer on a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Four Ant Chairs, Model 3101, in Light Wood, by Arne Jacobsen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four Ant chairs, model 3101, embodies the iconic design ethos of Danish architect and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Early Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid Century Modern Ant Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1950's
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set Of Four Ant Chairs Model 3101 In Black By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The four black Ant chairs, model 3101, are a tribute to Arne Jacobsen's timeless design from 1952
Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Arne Jacobsen Egg Table and Ant Chair Set
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
genius with such a relatable / recognizable organic form. Perfectly paired with four-three legged Ant
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen, set of 4 Ant chairs, model, 3100, Fritz Hansen, 1969
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of four Ant chairs, or model 3100. This model was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen "Ant" chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen stained wood and chrome 'ANT' chairsfor Fritz Hansen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Set of Six Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs in Teak
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1950s Dimensions: 16″ wide x 17″ deep x 30.5″ tall, Seat: 17.5″ tall Condition: Frames are in good original c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Black Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs for Fritz Hansen, 1980, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Four beautiful chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. The official name of the chairs is 'chair
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Arne Jacobsen Set Six Ant Chairs Refinished Your Choice of Color Danish Modern
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Six Sculptural Danish Modern "Ant" Dining Chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 4 Red Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs for Fritz Hansen, 1973, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set 4 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. The official name of the chairs is 'chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set Of 6 Ant Chairs Model 3101 Made In Rosewood By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, model 3101, also known as "The Ant", designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Ant Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of six early ant chairs desingen in 1952 in Denmark by Arne Jacobsen Mod. 3100 for Fritz Hansen
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Rosewood Suite Four Ant Chairs and matching Table
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Uxbridge, GB
pieces from the early 1950s. The table and chairs are original to each other and finished in brazilian
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
, stackable chair updates Jacobsen’s simple and spare 1952 Ant chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Arne Jacobsen Model 3187 Barstool Clear Lacquer
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
the classic Ant chair.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Fully Upholstered
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
the classic Ant chair.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Fully Upholstered
Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Fully Upholstered
H 43.3 in W 20.9 in D 23.2 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Front Upholstered
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
the classic Ant chair.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Front Upholstered
Arne Jacobsen Model 3197 Front Upholstered
H 43.3 in W 20.9 in D 23.2 in
1 Vintage Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
models in design history. The three-legged Ant chair (1951) sold in millions and is considered a classic
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Teak Ant Armchairs, a Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 'Ant' chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in 1952 and produced in Denmark by Fritz
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3207 Armchair Clear Lacquer
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
of the classic Ant chair.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Side Chairs, Set of Four
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four Arne Jacobsen "Ant" bent plywood side chairs with chrome tubular base inspired by the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with cognac aniline leather. Black powder coated
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with black aniline leather. Black powder coated base
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with cognac aniline leather. Black powder coated
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Did you know,. that Arne Jacobsen originally designed the Ant™ chair as a three-legged chair? Today
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
H 30.3 in W 20 in D 20.4 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Did you know,. that Arne Jacobsen originally designed the iconic Ant™ chair as a three-legged chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant
H 30.3 in W 20 in D 20.4 in
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with cognac aniline leather. Chromed base
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. Chromed base
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with black aniline leather. Chromed base
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Initially, Arne Jacobsen designed the Ant for the canteen at Novo Nordisk, an international Danish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
H 31.9 in W 20 in D 18.9 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Initially, Arne Jacobsen designed the Ant for the canteen at Novo Nordisk, an international Danish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
H 31.9 in W 20.4 in D 18.9 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Ant comes in nine different types of veneer; explore everything from beech to oregon pine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant
H 31.9 in W 20 in D 18.9 in
Dot stool model 3170 by Arne Jacobsen in teak, Fritz Hansen, 1965.
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vorst, BE
, inaugurated in 1956. Developed alongside the Ant chair which was launched in 1954, Dot shares its innovative
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Pair of Chairs Model Ant a. Jacobsen Edition Fritz Hansen Ash Wood
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Pair of chairs model Ant A. Jacobsen edition Fritz Hansen Ash wood - metal Design 1950 - new
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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arne Jacobsen Model 3101 Ant Deco Silhouette
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Arne Jacobsen’s chair design is named for the outline of an ant with its head raised. Despite its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Table Model "AJ-3601", Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
masterpiece "AJ3601" made to accompany his famous "ant" chairs also manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the early
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Ant, Model 3100, Arne Jacobsen, Teak Wood, Fritz Hansen, 1950
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The ant, model 3100, designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in teak wood, manufactured by Fritz
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 teak chair for Fritz Hansen
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four “Ant” Chairs, Model 3101, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Rare 'Egg' Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1952
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
series designed by Arne Jacobsen to accompany the famous Ant chair. Like the Ant, the tables were
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Metal

1940s Danish "Canada" Arm Chairs in Stained Beech by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Christian E. Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
future work from Fritz Hansen including the world famous "Ant" chair series by Arne Jacobsen and several
Category

Vintage 1940s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Fritz Hansen Serie 7 brown oak plywood barstool by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in amstelveen, NL
dark stained oak plywood, a technique he previously used in the Ant Chair. The series 7 Butterfly is
Category

Early 2000s European Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Arne Jacobsen Model 3207 Fully Upholstered
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
of the classic Ant chair. Experience the Series 7 fully upholstered. The Danish design classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Scand Modern Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Black & Chrome Office Chair by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Topeka, KS
city" which harmonized well with his own ideals. In 1951, he created the Ant chair and in 1955 the 7
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-20th Century Stainless Steel Aperitifs / Cordials or Shot Glasses, Set of 8
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Austin, TX
among the 20th century's most famous designers. Think Egg Chair, Swan Chair, Ant Chair. This set of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century Egg Table by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Montclair, NJ
larger Egg Table designed by Arne Jacobsen to complement his "Ant Chair". It remained in production up to
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Egg Table by Arne Jacobsen
Mid Century Egg Table by Arne Jacobsen
H 21.5 in W 28.3 in D 35.7 in
Fritz Hansen Model "FH 8023" Wingback Armchair in Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
arguably the China chair of 1944 by Hans Wegner. Everything changed in 1952 with Arne Jacobsen’s Ant chair
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Eklipta AJ by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen, Danish 1959
By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
also famous for his Swan chair, Egg chair or ant chair. Dimensions : Diameter : 45cm / 17,72in Depth
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

1930s Old Hickory Chair and Rocker Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
has been coated with marine varnish to add an extra protect-ant/ sealer on the chairs for all weather
Category

Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Rattan

AJ Eklipta by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen, Danish 1959
By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Jaconbsen also famous for his Swan chair, Egg chair or ant chair. Dimensions : Diameter : 45cm / 17,72in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Stool Dot Stacking Teak Chrome 3 Legs Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen 1955 Vintage
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
the 1950's, as the Danish architect was working the Ant chair. While creating the chair Arne Jacobsen
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

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Ant Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ant chair you’re looking for. Each ant chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and steel. If you’re shopping for an ant chair, we have 66 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an ant chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each ant chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Ant Chair?

An ant chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $8,800.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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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.

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Questions About Ant Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Ant Chair is made of a piece of laminated wood, made up of layers of veneers and cotton material. Designed in 1952 by Arne Jacobsen, the legs were made of plastic, though they were later made of steel tubes featuring a chrome finish. Shop a collection of Ant Chairs from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.