Antique Ottoman And French Chair
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Chairs
Linen
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Beech, Paint
2010s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Oak, Leather
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 1850s French Louis XV Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Turkish Pillows and Throws
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Bronze
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Mahogany
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Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
Nickel, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Walnut, Fabric
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Architectural Elements
Stone, Copper
2010s British Louis XVI Sofas
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Brass
2010s French International Style Daybeds
Fabric
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Leather, Wood, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Lacquer
1990s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Armchairs
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Antique 17th Century French Louis XV Ottomans and Poufs
Walnut
Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Velvet, Beech
20th Century French Club Chairs
Walnut, Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Satin, Wood
20th Century Indian Lounge Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Bergere Chairs
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Textile, Wood
2010s Unknown Art Deco Club Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century French Provincial Club Chairs
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Down
Vintage 1960s Bergere Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century French Club Chairs
Mohair, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Lounge Chairs
20th Century American Bergere Chairs
Fruitwood
Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Side Chairs
Early 20th Century Indian Chairs
Wood, Jute
Antique 19th Century Syrian Chairs
Walnut, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Chairs
Leather
20th Century Spanish Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Antique 19th Century Italian Rocking Chairs
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Linen, Wood, Down
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
20th Century French Provincial Armchairs
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Walnut, Fabric
Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Chaise Longues
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Armchairs
Cane, Bamboo
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Living Room Sets
Rosewood
20th Century American Armchairs
20th Century French Armchairs
Wood, Faux Leather
Antique 19th Century Italian Moorish Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Living Room Sets
Antique 1850s French Louis XIII Armchairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Linen, Walnut, Down
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Down, Feathers
Antique Ottoman And French Chair 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.
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