'Mole' Lounge Chair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1950s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed by Sergio Rodrigues in 1957, this iconic Mole lounge chair embodies the essence of Brazilian mid-century modernism.
Leather, Wood
Moleca Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The chair's name, "Moleca," was inspired by the "Mole" lounge chair, which is considered to be a signature piece of Rodrigues's style.
Wood
Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Culver City, CA
Rodrigues’ early factory workers gave the design its name — “Mole,” meaning soft or limp in Portuguese — and the variations followed: the stiffer original Mole of 1957, the Mole Sher...
Leather, Jacaranda
Mole Armchair by Sérgio Rodrigues, Solid Rosewood and Leather, Brazil, 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Lisboa, PT
Jangada armchair and ottoman designed by Jean Gillon in 1968 and produced by Italma WoodArt, a reclining lounge chair with a solid noble wood frame, a woven cord suspension and loose...
Leather, Wood
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...
Leather, Rosewood
Mole (ex-sheriff) Chair And Ottoman By Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Classic mid-century modern piece by Brazilian design giant Sergio Rodrigues modernly produced by Sergio Rodrigues' manufacturing company in Brazil
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H 29.5 in W 42 in D 37 in
Early Jacaranda "Mole" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Hamburg, PA
Early version of the original vintage Jacaranda lounge chair and ottoman from the "Mole" ("Soft, Sloppy, Easy") series featuring the father of Brazilian furniture, Sergio Rodrigues.
Jacaranda
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Mole Armchairs
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mole armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues. Very comfortable for lounging.
Oak, Leather
Mole Chair and Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid lathed hardwood frame, crossbars allowing for the passage of sole leather straps adjusted with lathed studs forming the membrane for the seat, back, and arm cushions, joined in...
Sergio Rodrigues Mole chair with stool OCA Brazil 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic Mole chair and footstool designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by OCA in Brazil in 1957. Sergio Rodrigues' famous creation, the "Mole" Armchair, made in 1957, holds a ...
Leather, Hardwood
Sergio Rodrigues "Mole" Sofa, Lounge Chairs & Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Fabulous Original “Mole” Living Room Suite by the iconic Brazilian Architect and Designer Sergio Rodrigues circa 1957.
Leather
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H 27.17 in W 31.5 in D 18.12 in
1960s Brazilian Drinks Trolley Bar Cart Designed by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Rodrigues made his mark on the international design scene as the creator of the Poltrona Mole (1957) lounge chair, which was awarded first prize at the International Furniture Compet...
Jacaranda
Pair of Sergio Rodrigues Armchairs
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Pair of “Sheriff” Mole lounge armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues, 1961.
Leather, Wood
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H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 40.95 in
Sergio Rodrigues, 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Original Cognac Leather
By I.S.A. Italy, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Waalwijk, NL
This piece has similarities to the 'Mole' lounge chair by Rodrigues, which was awarded first prize at the IV furniture Bienal in Italy.
Leather, Wood
Vintage 'Mole' Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues signature piece designed in 1957, the "Mole" armchair (meaning "soft" in Portuguese) is comprised of a solid rounded wood (Rosewood) frame, adjustable leather suppor...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) signature piece designed in 1957, the "Mole" Armchair – which means "soft" in Portuguese – is composed of a solid rounded Rosewood frame, adjustable leat...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 29.93 in W 44.22 in D 37.6 in
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 31.5 in W 40.95 in D 34.65 in
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues signature piece designed in 1957, the "Mole" Armchair – which means "soft" in Portuguese – is composed of a solid rounded Rosewood frame, adjustable leather support ...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 33 in W 49 in D 43 in
Sergio Rodrigues Midcentury Rosewood Mole / Sheriff Chair, Brazil, circa 1962
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Camden, ME
A solid rosewood Sheriff chair by Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues purchased in the 1960s. Both the Brazilian Jacaranda frame and the original leather strapping have been re-oile...
Brass
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H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 40.16 in
Early Mischievous / Mole Chair by Brazilian Sergio Rodrigues in Black Leather
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in London, GB
Iconic Mischievous or Mole armchair by Rodrigues, designed in Brazil 1957. It is comprised of a solid jacaranda frame, slotted together and secured by rosewood pegs. The adjustable l...
Leather, Jacaranda
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H 39.38 in W 66.93 in D 29.53 in
1920 French Bottle Green Jacquard Velvet and Velour’s Piano Stripe Chaise Lounge
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
The back of the sofa is upholstered with mole skin fabric. This chaise lounge is in excellent condition.
Velvet, Wood
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H 28.5 in W 84 in D 36 in
Brazilian Rosewood Case Sofa w Tufted Bouclé by J.D. Móveis, Brazil, c. 1960s
By J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A strong choice for collectors seeking authentic Brazilian production, and an especially compelling alternative for those drawn to the iconic 'Franco', 'Tonico', 'Mole', 'Sheriff' an...
Rosewood, Fabric
Coffee Table by Jorge Jabour and Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues, Jorge Jabour
Located in New York, NY
Rodrigues made his mark on the international design scene as the creator of the Poltrona Mole (1957) lounge chair, which was awarded first prize at the International Furniture Compet...
Sergio Rodrigues Pair of Mole Lounge chairs
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
An excellent pair of the Mole Lounge chair created by Sergio Rodrigues in 1961.
Leather
Sold
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Mole Lounge Armchair, by Sergio Rodrigues in White Leather and Rosewood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
And there was a certain informality in the design," said Sergio in February 2006. This Mole lounge chair has been reupholstered in white leather.
Leather, Rosewood
A Pair of Poltrona Mole Lounge Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Hollywood, FL
Rosewood frames with leather bottom straps supporting deep side back and bottom cushions characterize these club chairs by Sergio Rodriguez. The frames have unique, tapered corner p...
Rosewood, Leather
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H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 39.38 in
Sergio Rodrigues or Jean Gillon Attributed Leather and Oak 3-Seat Sofa, 1960s
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The wooden frame, leather straps and the large hanging leather cushions remind us of the "Mole" lounge chair and sofa by Sergio Rodrigues or the "Gran Captain" by Jean Gillon.
Leather, Oak
Lounge Chair "Mole" by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Rare lounge chair "Mole" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s. Rosewood and leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Brazilian Lounge Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues "Mole, " 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Rare three-seat sofa "Mole" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s. Rosewood and leather. Very comfortable. Good vintage condition. Measurements: W 185 cm, H 78 cm, D 92 cm, Seating Height 4...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 36.23 in
Brazilian Lounge Two-Seat Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues "Mole, " 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Rare two-seat sofa "Mole" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s. Rosewood and leather. Very comfortable. Good vintage condition. Measurements: W 150 cm, H 78 cm, D 92 cm, Seating Height 43 ...
Leather, Rosewood
Mole Lounge Armchair, by Sergio Rodrigues in Brown Leather and Rosewood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
And there was a certain informality in the design," said Sergio in February 2006. This Mole lounge chair has been reupholstered in brown leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 29 in W 34 in D 35 in
Stunning Sergio Rodrigues "Mole" Lounge Chair + Matching Ottoman "SATURDAY SALE"
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Denver, CO
Original vintage lounge chair and ottoman from the "mole" series featuring the father of Brazilian furniture, Sergio Rodrigues.
Hardwood
$82,000 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 61.03 in
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, brown leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of four. Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landsc...
Leather
$1,862 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$3,632Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 29.53 in D 37.41 in
Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Experience the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design with this exquisite pair of c. 1960's leather lounge chairs, most probably of Norwegian origin. These stunning pieces feature ...
Steel
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.9"H x 6.5"W x 6.5"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.4” H x ...
Metal
$2,880Sale Price / set|57% Off
H 33 in W 33 in D 41 in
Overstuffed Italian Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An overstuffed leather chair and ottoman in the style of De Pas, D'Urbino & Lomazzi. Camel leather chair features a back bolster with surrounding leather belt strap. Matching ottoman...
Leather
$15,135
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Gianfranco Frattini Brown Velvet Sesann Three-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular ca...
Chrome
$4,400
H 33.88 in W 63.75 in D 38 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Teakwood Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen ca. 1970s
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DANISH MODERN PETER LØVIG NIELSEN TEAKWOOD FLIP-TOP WRITING DESK Denmark, circa 1970s Item # 405XLG28A This brilliant desk was designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen and originally was off...
Teak
Wooden Low Table, Japanese Antique, Wabi-Sabi, Mingei
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This low table was loved by craftsmen as a "workbench" during the Meiji period. The wood grain, which has deepened with age, is reminiscent of the warm lifestyle of that time. A cu...
Wood
$18,046 / set
H 29.14 in W 25.6 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Easy Chairs and Stools Model Ari by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs with foot stools model Ari designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Steel
Pair of Italian Architectural Armchairs in Cypress Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, cypress wood, Italy, 1970s These armchairs embrace an impressive architectural design with rounded contours and substantial lines. While it draws inspiration ...
Cypress
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
$36,600 / set
H 32.09 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 12
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" chairs for Mobil Girgi, patinated cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1970, set of twelve. The iconic "Sapporo" chair consists of an individual backrest, concei...
Leather, Beech
$28,500
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 40.5 in
José Zanine Caldas, Lounge Chair, Imbuia Plywood, Leather, Brazil, 1950s
By José Zanine Caldas, Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge chair designed by José Zanine Caldas for Mòveis Artísticos Z, Brazil, in 1949. It features Imbuia plywood, brass, and black-dyed leather webbing. Wood frame presents with l...
Leather, Imbuia
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Oak Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.