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Henning Kjærnulf Set of "Razorblade" Chairs for EG Kvalitetsmöbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s oak Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.98 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
1960s. Model "Razorblade".
These modern chairs have a really strong impression that pairs well with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Set of 4 Highback "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural classic set of 4 highback Razorblade dining chairs in light patinated oak, seats
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Bouclé
H 37.8 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razor Blade Chairs, C1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, England
Henning Kjaernulf - Razorblade Chairs, 1960.
Unique lounge chairs manufactured by Nyrup
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Sheepskin
Henning Kjærnulf dining chairs set in Oak and Lambswool, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Henning Kjærnulf is also known for the design of the 'Razorblade' Chair.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 20.08 in
"Razorblade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
, and aesthetic quality in Danish design.
This “razorblade” rocking chair mixes the aesthetic
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 41.74 in W 27.17 in D 33.08 in
Set of 8 Henning Kjaernulf Oak Dining Chairs – "Razorblade", 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
-century design, featuring the iconic “Razorblade” model. Manufactured in the 1960s, these chairs showcase
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
Oak "Kurul" Chair by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
originality, making his pieces like the razorblade chair and this kurulstol eternally unique. This chair was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 34.65 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in
Razorblade Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s Danish
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's lounge chair, known as the "Razorblade," epitomizes Danish Modern design from
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Oak Chairs Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
6 solid Oak chairs designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
in the original green wool fabric. The chair's unique design has earned it the name "Razorblade". The
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Two Low Cabinets in white Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, Denmark ca. 1970
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
renaissance and while his dining chairs and especially the "Razorblade' chair is well known he also designed
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 27.75 in W 39.5 in D 17.5 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and yellow mohair velvet
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and beige boucle.
Refreshing design
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle.
Refreshing design with
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and cognac pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and ready for you to upholster
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and vintage tobacco aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf "Razorblade" 8 Oak dining chairs Denmark 1960
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Paris, FR
A sculptural classic set of 8 high back "razorblade" dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorblade Danish Dining Chairs Rustic Brutalist Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 8 Razorbacks or Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Upgraded Suede like fabric on
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Round Side Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s, Denmark
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
virtues with hints to baroque style, which is typical for Kjærnulf as seen in his iconic "Razorblade
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Six Razorblade Dining Chairs in Carved Oak by Kjaernulf Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 Iconic Razorblade oak dining chairs by Henning ("Henry") Kjærnulf made in Denmark the 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 37.8 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Danish Brutalist Oak Razorblade Dining Chairs attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 19
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
brutalist/Baroque and Mid-Century Modern influences. Known as the Razorblade model, these classic chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 32.29 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Six "Razorblade" Brutalist Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf (attr.), Denmark ca 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
decorative razorblade-shaped cutouts, an unparalleled design feature. The chairs are visually stimulating
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.04 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Oak Set of 6 Dining Chairs, 1960's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Henning Kjærnulf oak dining chairs reupholstered in a toile chinée. Nice and pure. Made by EG
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Six "Razorblade" Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive mid-century set of dining chairs is representative of the fundamental axioms of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 40.16 in W 21.86 in D 22.45 in
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern High Back Razor Blade Oak Chairs by Henning/Henry Kjærnulf, for EG Møbler, Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Danish Drop-Leaf Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
"Razorblade" chairs.
Danish mid-century designer and architect, Henry Kjærnulf is somewhat of a mystery. A
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cowhide
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
aesthetic of Henning Kjærnulf.
These chairs belong to Kjærnulf’s so-called “razorblade” designs as they
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38 in W 19.89 in D 22.25 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of Four Oak Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
.
These chairs belong to Kjærnulf’s so-called “razorblade” designs as they have the characteristic
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
upholstery) carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed by Henning
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of 6 Razorblade Dining Chairs in Lambswool and Oak, 1960's
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful set of 6 vintage sculptural dining room chairs (Model 54) designed by Henning Kjærnulf
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Pair of Oak + Camel Leather Razorblade Armchairs Attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of ‘Razorblade’ armchairs attributed to Danish furniture designer Henning Kjærnulf for EG
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 29 in W 27 in D 21 in
Rare 1970s Danish Sideboard in oak and brass brackets design by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in København K, 84
designer, Henning Kjærnulf. Also behind the iconic "Razorblade Chair," which has earned him a well-deserved
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 45.28 in W 79.14 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Modern Oak Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool “Razorblade” lounge chair by Henning Kjaernulf, in a rustic meets modernism design. Made of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Henning Kjærnulf Oak and Sheepskin Dining Chairs, Denmark 1970
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bergen, NO
A wonderful sculptural classic set of 6 high back razorblade dining chairs in oak.
Designed by
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.08 in D 22.05 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorbacks Dining Chairs Rustic Brutalist Oak -Set of 6
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6-12. Razorbacks or Razorblades Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Another set of 6 also
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 33 in W 19 in D 17 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorbacks Dining Chairs Primitive Brutalist Oak -Set of 6
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6-12 available. Razorbacks or Razorblades Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Another set of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 34 in W 20 in D 19 in
Six Set Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Carved Oak by Henning Kjærnulf 60's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 Razorblade style Danish oak dining chairs by Henning ("Henry") Kjærnulf made in the late
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Henning Kjaernulf Brutalist Oak Razorblade Arm Chairs with original sticker
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
. Designed by the renowned Danish designer, these chairs have been carefully renovated, with seats newly
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 38.19 in W 26.58 in D 22.05 in
Vejle Stole Scandinavian Modern Teak Extension Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in Topeka, KS
, his Razorblade Chair backrests distinguish him from other Danish mid-century designers. His wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 29 in W 55 in D 35 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
. Model "Razorblade".
These modern chairs have a really strong impression that pairs well with many types
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 4 "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Cowhide, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
Møbelfabrik - ca 1960s. Model "Razorblade". The overall impression of these beautiful chairs is really good
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Oak
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
Møbelfabrik - ca 1960s. Model "Razorblade".
These modern chairs have a really strong impression that pairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
1960s. Model "Razorblade".
These modern chairs have a really strong impression that pairs well with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Hessian, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 6 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Set of '6' Danish Oak "Razorblade" Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbel
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting a set of (6) iconic signed "Razorblade" dining chairs, designed by the legendary
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Portland, OR
) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade”
Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occasional statement chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Six "Razorblade" Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
(7) Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
chairs feature low sculpted backs, an upholstered version of his "Razorblade" chair backs, elevating them
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Oakland, CA
) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade” Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occasional statement chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
(6) Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
feature low sculpted backs, an upholstered version of his "Razorblade" chair backs, elevating them beyond
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf Danish Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
) Kjærnulf, known for his iconic Razorblade chair, this piece features a frame of solid oak with a refreshing
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Henning Kjærnulf Danish Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
) Kjærnulf, known for his iconic Razorblade chair, this piece features a frame of solid oak with a refreshing
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
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Razorblade Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of razorblade chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct razorblade chairs — often made from wood, oak and fabric — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of razorblade chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of razorblade chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern razorblade chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made razorblade chairs over the years, but those made by Henning Kjærnulf and Nyrup Møbelfabrik are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Razorblade Chairs?
Prices for razorblade chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, razorblade chairs begin at $455 and can go as high as $12,600, while the average can fetch as much as $4,458.
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.