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French Art Nouveau bench, sofa by Louis Majorelle, 1900-1910
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Delft, NL
French Art Nouveau bench, sofa by Louis Majorelle, 1900-1910
A beautiful sofa with a highly
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Early 20th Century French Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Lovely Art Nouveau Bench in Lacquered Wood, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lovely Art Nouveau bench in lacquered wood, circa 1900.
To be restored.
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Canapes
Materials
Wood
20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench, Newly Upholstered, Austria, circa 1910
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Great looking early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood bench attributed to the renown company of
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 30.31 in W 48.43 in D 21.26 in
J & J Kohn Bench 1900 Vienna Secession Art Nouveau Bentwood Antique Thonet Style
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in London, GB
extremely rare Art Nouveau bench by one of the leaders of Vienna Secession furniture. J & J Kohn benches are
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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Bentwood
H 40.95 in W 58.67 in D 22.84 in
Italian, Art Nouveau Period Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved, painted and parcel-gilt, Florentine benches with contemporary, wave-form upholstery
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Wood
Art Nouveau Oak Bench, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Nouveau oak bench, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Oak
Fine French Art Nouveau Mahogany Bench
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Nouveau solid mahogany bench.
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Mahogany
Original Art Nouveau Folding Bench, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Original art nouveau folding bench, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Beech
Art Nouveau Bentwood Ebonised Bench Circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Nouveau ebonised bentwood bench. No 96. Circa 1900.
There is no maker's mark, but almost
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Art Deco / Nouveau Cast Iron Bench, Figural Violinist Motif, Painted
Located in Buffalo, NY
Charming and unusual Art Deco / Art Nouveau Cast Iron Bench, Wonderfully decorated and casted
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Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Art Nouveau Style Leafy Vine Cast Aluminum Garden Patio Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Art Nouveau Style Leafy Vine Cast Aluminum Garden Patio Bench. Circa Mid to Late
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco / Art Nouveau Cast Iron Bench Upholstered in Pelangi Velvet
Located in Skokie, IL
Art Deco / Art Nouveau Cast Iron Bench Upholstered in Pelangi Velvet
This is a beautiful and
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Benches
Materials
Iron
Antique French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Metal Strap Garden Patio Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Blue Painted Metal Strap Seat Garden Patio Bench
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 17.5 in W 40 in D 14 in
Vintage French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Wooden Slat Garden Patio Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Art Nouveau Scrolling Wrought Iron Wooden Slat Seat Garden Patio Bench. Circa Early
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 19.5 in W 51 in D 13 in
Art Nouveau Carved Teak Swing
Located in Queens, NY
Art Nouveau (Indian style) carved teak wood filigree swing with open butterfly design side supports
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Teak, Porcelain
Viennese Bentwood Bench
By August Thonet
Located in London, GB
Austrian antique wooden two-seater bench by Thonet, early 1900s. This elegant bench features a
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Bentwood
Art Nouveau Bentwood Seating Set "Fledermaus" by J. Hoffmann for Kohn, ca. 1907
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
bentwood (=beech was bent under steam and high pressure), the bench and the chair carry the unique
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 30.51 in W 44.09 in D 20.87 in
Black Art Nouveau Armchairs by J. Hoffmann Attributed to J&J Kohn, AT ca. 1910
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
fine beechwood. This fantastic, early 20th century Art Nouveau armchairs/ club chairs carry the typical
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Bentwood
H 30.3 in W 21.6 in D 20.5 in
19th Century Swedish Bench
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Turners Falls, MA
19th Century Swedish Bench. Carved open back and sides. Birch wood
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
Hand Carved Wooden Bench, France, 1890s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hand Carved Wooden Bench - 1890's
Hand-carved wooden bench from France, 1890's. A true
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Wood
Bentwood Bench by Thonet, Austria, 1900s
By Thonet
Located in Brussels, BE
Bentwood bench by Thonet, Austria, 1900s.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Deco Style Her Bench made with Oak, Metal and Brass
Located in Seroa, PT
style that has developed around the world.
Inspired by the Art Nouveau movements, the Her bench
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Benches
Materials
Metal, Brass
Bench "412" by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria, 1900s
By Otto Wagner
Located in Brussels, BE
Bench "412" by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria,1900s
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bench by Antonio Gaudi model "Calvet" artisan crafted modernist Spanish design
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
history by embarking on their serial production using traditional art and craft techniques and the same
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Oak
H 37.41 in W 46.46 in D 21.26 in
Ebonised Bench with white Bouclé Cover, Italy 1st Half 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in classic form with ebonised u-shaped frame and white bouclé cover.
The bench has
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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
French Swan Silver Gilt Bird Wood Bench Ivory Schmaucher Upholstered
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful 1940s French neoclassical hand painted silver gilt wood bench with bird swan ends
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
French Vintage Bench Cast Aluminium & Oak Garden Terrace & Patio circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Circa 1960 French garden bench with painted cast aluminium uprights and oak.
Good vintage
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Metal
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 22.05 in
Hector Guimard, Garden bench, a rare example retaining its original wooden seat.
By Hector Guimard
Located in London, GB
Hector Guimard, Cast iron garden bench.
A rare example retaining its original Art Nouveau wooden
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Iron
H 34.26 in W 63 in D 22.45 in
Handmade tete a tete conversation sofa bench inspired by Rennie Mackingtosh
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This unique and one of a kind teet a tete Face to face or vis-a-vis seating arrangement in pearwood is designed by Menno Wieringa, who designed and built unique furniture in the 1970...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Cotton, Pearwood
H 23.63 in W 63 in D 55.12 in
Early Mid Century Transitional Modern Spindle Back Bench or Settee in Mahogany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible piece of artistry. This spindle back bench dates back to the 1940's and is made out
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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
H 35 in W 44.25 in D 26 in
Hand Forged Metal & Wood Garden Bench rustic Seat Furniture Antiques Dealer LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Nouveau hand forged metal and wood slats garden bench. This rustic antique beauty is a nice piece
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 34.5 in W 59 in D 21 in
Vintage 19th Century French Art Nouveau Wire Garden Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage French wire garden bench. A beautiful 19th century Art Nouveau piece with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Large French Victorian Art Nouveau Styled Garden Benches
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of heavy and large (52 inches wide) French art nouveau styled garden benches. 5 legs
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Art Nouveau Corner Cabinet with Bench in Oak by Albert Dumont, 1915
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
Corner cabinet with bench restored Art Nouveau around 1915 Oak corner furniture
Features
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20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Corner Cupboards
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Period Chest Bench Entry Furniture, Solid Fir
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century, Art Nouveau period, chest or bench entrance furniture, in solid fir, restored
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Blanket Chests
Materials
Fir
H 79.14 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Huge Entryway Chest Bench & Coat Rack in Carved Oak, Art Nouveau, Italy, 1900s
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
with floral sculptures.
Dimensions: 126cmx160cmx55cm.
Art Nouveau / Stile Liberty, Italy, around 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Iron
H 97.64 in W 64.57 in D 21.66 in
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench NR22
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench Kanapee Sittee NR22 First original form, produced 1889-1890
Cane replaced
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Antique 1880s Austrian Art Nouveau Sectional Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Small Ornate Spanish Gilt Iron Bench
Located in Buchanan, NY
A unique Spanish gilt iron bench with an ornate base. Add a vintage touch to your space with this
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Art Nouveau Stools
Materials
Iron
1900s French faux bois painted cast iron garden bench
Located in London, GB
French painted cast iron faux Bois garden bench.
Sturdy with weathered planked wooden seat this
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Batlló Bench In Solid Oak by Antoni Gaudí Spanish modernist design, Barcelona
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
embarking on their serial production using traditional art and craft techniques and the same materials
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40.56 in W 66.93 in D 31.89 in
French Cast Iron Garden Bench with New Mahogany Seat & Back
Located in Buchanan, NY
This beautiful French cast iron garden bench, with its original faux bois style base and newly
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Bench No. 5 Thonet 1858 made of bent beech and wickerwork restoration needed
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in München, DE
. Vienna Secession. Art Nouveau
With original branded logo and one original paper label on the bottom.
Made
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Antique 1850s Austrian Art Nouveau Loveseats
Materials
Wicker, Bentwood
H 38.19 in W 54.34 in D 24.41 in
A Fir Tripartite Art Nouveau Bench
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
This eccentric three-sided bench is fluidly carved from Douglas fir to resemble knotted fabric on
Category
Early 20th Century American Benches
Pair of Art Nouveau Benches in Birch by Gustaf Ferdinand Boberg
By Gustaf Ferdinand Boberg
Located in New York, NY
Pair of benches by influential architect Gustaf Ferdinand Boberg (1860 -1946) with Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Birch
Art Nouveau Bench, Gustav Siegel for Kohn, exec. by Mundus (Vienna, circa 1920)
By J & J Kohn & Mundus, Gustav Siegel
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Sitzbank
Entwurf: Gustav Siegel (nicht Otto Wagner, nach Renzi 2018), Wien um 1899
Modell-Nummer: 619C
Ausführung: Mundus, Wien um 1920
Maße in cm (H x B x T): 83 x 130 x 53
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Jugendstil Benches
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood, Beech
H 32.68 in W 51.19 in D 20.87 in
Art Nouveau Original Bench, circa 1900
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Art Nouveau bench. This wonderful bench still maintains its original paint with an amazing aged
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Antique Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Benches
Italian Liberty Style Bench, Early 1900s
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A stylish Italian Art Nouveau bench with organic design, hand-carved backrest and storage space
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Benches
Materials
Walnut, Wax
Vienna Thonet Bench Art Nouveau, 19th Century
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Gyermely, Komárom-Esztergom
Beautiful rare Thonet bench completely restored.
Category
20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Bentwood
Swedish Fern Pattern Cast Aluminum Garden Sofa Garden Bench Art Nouveau Style
By Melins Metall Foundry
Located in Drottningholm, SE
Swedish Fern pattern cast aluminum garden sofa garden bench Art Nouveau style.
A very beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Aluminum
H 33.47 in W 57.09 in D 19.69 in
Art Nouveau Cranbrook Blue Settee Bench Sofa by Eliel Saarinen c. 1983
By Adelta, Eliel Saarinen
Located in Westfield, NJ
Painted solid birch bench designed by Finnish-American architect Eliel Saarinen for the study of
Category
Vintage 1980s Finnish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Birch
Floral Art Nouveau Hall Chest Bench with Coat Racks in Carved Oak, circa 1900
Located in L'Etang, FR
Amazing huge hall chest bench with coat racks in carved oak wood.
Carved on a floral theme.
Art
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Iron
H 97.64 in W 64.57 in D 21.66 in
Art Deco/Nouveau Boudoir Bench/Stool with Nude Cast Metal Legs, circa 1920s
Located in Denver, CO
Beautiful Art Deco boudoir bench/stool with geometric upholstery and nude cast metal legs, Frankart
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Benches
Materials
Metal
H 17.5 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
19th Century Art Nouveau Light Mahogan Arrow Feet Atributed Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This design, hard to beat, relatively small, but very important and impressive and high-quality processed seat with new, but stylistically adapted upholstery (in the manner of Gustav...
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Mahogany
H 38.98 in W 42.52 in D 18.9 in
Mixed-Media Wood and Metal Bench
By Gregory Clark
Located in Wilton, CT
The Emily bench, mixed-media upholstered wood and metal
This bench in mixed-media was named
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2010s American Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Steel
Hidde's Timeless Bench 44-Fortyfour- 1700x460x460 mm
By Hidde Furniture
Located in Pazin, HR
, and a focus on the many things in the room.
Unlike many design pieces, our bench can fit the
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2010s Croatian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Beechwood Long Bench with French Caning, Linen Covers, circa 1915
Located in Hudson, NY
Purchased in Sweden, though likely of Continental production in the Art Nouveau period. This bench
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Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Beech
Antique French Art Nouveau Period Walnut Settee Bench, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
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An antique French Art Nouveau period walnut settee bench circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Settees
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Cast Iron Passion Flower Bench
Located in Long Island, NY
A desirable passion flower bench in cast iron. this pattern does not turn up frequently in the
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Art Nouveau Bench
Located in Brussels, BE
Art Nouveau bench.
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Benches
Materials
Wood
Art Nouveau Bench by Camille Gauthier
By Camille Gauthier
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau bench by Camille Gauthier. The bench has delicate open-work carving of ombelle
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Antique Early 1900s French Benches
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Art Nouveau Benches For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of art nouveau benches available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, all art nouveau benches available were constructed with great care. We have 80 antique and vintage art nouveau benches in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of art nouveau benches available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts art nouveau benches are consistently popular styles. Jacob and Josef Kohn, Thonet and Josef Hoffmann each produced beautiful art nouveau benches that are worth considering.
How Much are Art Nouveau Benches?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $140 on the low end and $48,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
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.
Questions About Art Nouveau Benches
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Art Nouveau was influenced by a few things. The soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese woodblock prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s, were a major source of inspiration. Also, Pre-Raphaelite art and the Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles had an influence on Art Nouveau designers. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- What is Art Nouveau furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.
- Why did Art Nouveau end?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Art Nouveau ended primarily due to world events. When World War I broke out in 1914, artistic production was largely halted in order to free up materials for manufacturing equipment for the war effort. By the time the 1919 Treaty of Versailles brought about the end of the war, interest in Art Nouveau had waned. Designers and artists became interested in new forms and styles, such as Art Deco. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture, decorative objects, jewelry and art.
- Where did Art Nouveau originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Art Nouveau originated in France and Great Britain, but variants materialized elsewhere. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature as portrayed in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking and other modes of art and design in the East Asian country. The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own versions. Explore a selection of Art Nouveau furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
- What is Art Nouveau jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter who is one of the originators of the Art Nouveau style. His style of painting and design rose in popularity in 1895 and he produced many works, including illustrations, posters and jewelry designs. Find a variety of Alphonso Mucha art and prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No one person created the Art Nouveau movement. However, the term debuted in an 1884 article in the L'Art Moderne journal, describing the work of a collective of artists known as Les XX. As a result, some people credit the group and its founding members, James Ensor and Théo van Rysselberghe, as helping to define the movement. However, Art Nouveau was heavily informed by work that came before, including Rococo design, Pre-Raphaelite art, Japanese art and the Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond Les XX, a number of creators helped to propel the movement. Among them were Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé, Antoni Gaudí and Tiffany Studios. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- Is stained glass Art Nouveau?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
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Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.