4 Occasional Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wool, Bouclé
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Elm
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Chairs
Leather, Oak
2010s North American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bronze
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
Wood
2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood, Paint
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
Antique Late 19th Century Jacobean Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century German Chairs
Yew
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Chairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Ceramic, Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Black Forest Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Unknown Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Center Tables
Walnut, Cane
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Industrial Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Steel
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4 Occasional Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
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