1980s Walnut Armchairs
Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Dutch Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s European Armchairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Suede
Late 20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s English Louis XIV Armchairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Armchairs
Linen, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Walnut
20th Century American Georgian Armchairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Early 2000s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s European Chesterfield Lounge Chairs
Lacquer, Wood, Polyester, Foam, Upholstery, Leather
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
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Velvet
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Brass
2010s American Minimalist Benches
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
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Onyx, Brass
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Onyx, Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bouclé, Oak
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Travertine
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Brass
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Vintage 1980s French Louis XV Armchairs
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s European Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century American Armchairs
Mahogany, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Brass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian International Style Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Louis XVI Armchairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Empire Revival Armchairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Empire Revival Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s Louis XV Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Beech, Velvet
Vintage 1980s Thai Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Walnut, Burl
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Walnut, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Teak, Cherry, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood, Burl
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Chairs
Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs
Brass
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Fabric, Walnut
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Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Armchairs
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Metal
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Mahogany, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Late 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Walnut, Silk
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Walnut
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Fabric, Glass, Walnut
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Walnut
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Fabric, Wood
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Walnut
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Glass, Upholstery, Walnut
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Chrome
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Fabric, Oak
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Walnut
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
- Was plaid popular in the 1980s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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