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Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
Hans J. Wegner, Papa Bear Chair
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An original Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Original oiled finish to Teak "paws" and legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
Hans Wegner Suite of Chairs Papa Bear
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
craftsmanship, elegant design and efficient functionality. The Papa Bear chair was Wegner’s first project
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Mid Century Hans Wegner Papa Bear Footstool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Attractive ottoman based on Hans Wegner design. Made of beech wood and velour upholstery. In very
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Beech

Mid Century Hans Wegner Papa Bear Footstool
Mid Century Hans Wegner Papa Bear Footstool
H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 14.97 in
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner for PP Mobler The most comfortable and easy chair of all times
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Newly reupholstered in fabric "Mons" from Astrid Textiles. Very good condition. Produced by A.P. Stolen in Denmark.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, 1960s
H 38.59 in W 36.23 in D 38.59 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Ottoman, Model AP-29
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair ottoman, model AP-29. Perfect as a casual bench or stool. Made from
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Papa Bear Chair, a classic design by Hans Wagner, showcases timeless elegance with its iconic
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner
H 39 in W 36 in D 36.5 in
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in Hallingdal 65-wool. Hans J. Wegner / AP Stolen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 19 - Reupholstered Papa Bear Chair in yellow 'COLOR' textile (colour: 10-101). Hans J. Wegner
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kensington, MD
Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951 Additional information: Material
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Teak and Wool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A terrific early Papabear chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in the late 60's. This example in solid
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
“Papa bear chair”. Easy chair with legs of beech, “nails” of teak. Seat, sides and button fitted
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair in Lambs Wool Hide
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans Wegner Ap19 Papa Bear Chair + Ottoman
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed in 1951 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, the Papa Bear chair has become an icon of danish
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner Mama Bear Lounge Chair Model AP 27
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The AP-27, also known as the Mama Bear chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1957. This iconic
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans Wegner for A.P Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored Papa Bear chair designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen. Upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Porto, PT
Papa Bear Chair designed by Hans J Wegner in 1951, Denmark. handcrafted using the best materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
Papa Bear Chair by Hans J. Wegner for PP Mobler
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair in Maharam Wool Boucle'
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007. "Papa Bear" chair, model AP19 produced for A.P Mobler. Designed in 1951
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Armchair 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brussels, BE
craftsmanship, elegant design and efficient functionality. The Papa Bear chair was Wegner’s first project with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome pair of early 1960s AP-19 chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen. These chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chairs
H 39.016 in W 36 in D 35 in
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hans J. Wegner design "Papa Bear" chair and matching ottoman produced for A.P. Stolen, Denmark
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The "Papa Bear" chair and ottoman, masterfully crafted by Hans Wagner, embody mid-century modern
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

1970s Mid Century Papa Bear Ottoman Styled After Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century papa bear ottoman designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

AP 19 - Papa Bear Chair in green leather By Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
). ABOUT THE ITEM: This is an original ‘Papa Bear Chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced by the original
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear Chair, A. P. Stolen 1951
By Anker Pedersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner 'Papa Bear' chair with arms of teak and legs of oak, upholstered with light soft
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman in Loro Piana Nubuck Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A beautiful, vintage Papa Bear Chair fully restored in the most luxurious nubuck leather from
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s AP-19 Lounge Chair, better known as the Papa Bear Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner
Category

20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

AP 19 - Papa Bear chair & stool in new fabric by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
002 Natural) ABOUT THE FURNITURE: This is an original 'Papa Bear chair' by Hans J. Wegner, produced
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP-20 Mini Bear Lounge Chairs - Pair
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of scarce model AP-20 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960’s Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Papa Bear chair by Hans Wegner manufactured by A.P. Stolen. There is a Danish Control tag
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Teak ''Papa Bear'' Chair and Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Montreal, QC
Teak ''Papa Bear'' chair and ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Bearing the tag
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner
By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish lounge chair "Papa Bear" by Hans Wegner for PP Møbler. New released
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans Wegner Ap-29 Papa Bear Ottoman in Oak and Boucle
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-29 Papa Bear Ottoman, 1953 The Papa Bear chair is one of Danish master Hans
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Wool Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Grey Wool Fabric
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairfor A.P. Stolen Denmark, 1950's
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Diego, CA
The Papa Bear Chair is an absolutely stunning AP-29. A truly iconic chair newly upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Teak, Wool

Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen ‘New Papa Bear’ Easy Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, ‘New Papa Bear’ lounge chair, model AP69, oak, reupholstered in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid Century Modern Papa Bear Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Wegner, c1950s
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Wegner Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman. Both pieces were manufactured by the renowned A.P. Stolen in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Original Vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A.P.Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two identical original vintage Papa Bear Chairs by Hans J Wegner for A. P. Stolen, with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chairs, AP Stolen, Denmark, 1950s for Re-Upholstery, Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, GB
A rare original pair of Hans Wegner papa bear chairs designed in 1947 and produced by AP Stolen in
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Leather "Papa Bear" Chair by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous vintage “Papa Bear” chair designed by the famous Danish architect and furniture maker Hans
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner AP 20 "Baby Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Baby Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner AP 28 "Mama Bear" Lounge Chair for AP Stolen, ca. 1950's Denmark
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an original vintage "Mama Bear" lounge chair designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, ca
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen, Model AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, Stamped by Maker
By A. P. Stohlen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Iconic Modern Design in the form of the Hans Wegner "Papa Bear" Chair, created in 1953 and made by
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Hans Wegner AP-19 papa bear chair for A.P. Stolen, Denmark, circa 1952. This piece has been
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Teak

Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Hans J. Wegner AP19 Papa Bear Chair and Ottoman A.P. Stolen, Olive Green Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Culver City, CA
known as the Teddy Bear Chair, was designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. The chair is named for its large
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner for A P Stolen Papa Bear Style Pair of Chairs & Single Ottoman AP 19
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Mckinney, TX
Elevate your space with this extraordinary offering: a captivating pair of Vintage Papa Bear Style
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
Armchair model JH507 designed in 1952 by Hans Wegner and made by Johannes Hansen. In solid hand
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
Hans Wegner Armchair JH507
H 31.7 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hans J. Wegner in 1949. Patinaed Danish oak frame has been gently restored, and the current velvet seat
Category

20th Century Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hans J Wegner Round Chair
Hans J Wegner Round Chair
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Hans Wegner Ap-31-S AP Stolen Oak Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Winnipeg, CA
pieces of cabinet maker quality such as his famous Papa Bear chair. This is one of Wegner's more uncommon
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak, Fabric

Danish Papa Bear Chair of Teak and Warm Yellow Wool, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Aarhus C, DK
manufacturer in the 1950s. The chair is in the same style as Hans J. Wegners Papa Bear chair. The nails on the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of Danish Mid-Century Footstools or Ottomans Papa Bear Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bridgeport, CT
elegant with tall legs. They are very similar to the Footstool that goes with the famous Papa Bear chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Hans J Wegner Cabinet in Teak, Johannes Hansen Cabinetmaker, circa 1960
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine and rare sideboard designed by Hans Wegner and built by eminent Danish cabinetmaker, Johannes
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

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Wegner Bear For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wegner bear you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every wegner bear was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a wegner bear, we have 365 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a wegner bear — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A wegner bear is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen and Carl Hansen & Søn each produced at least one beautiful wegner bear that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wegner Bear?

Prices for a wegner bear start at $1,100 and top out at $61,366 with the average selling for $14,500.

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.