Black Ribbon Chair
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs
Textile
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Other
1990s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Maple
20th Century English Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1990s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Maple
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Chairs
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Side Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century Irish George III Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Lacquer, Fabric
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Satin, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Satin, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
1990s Philippine Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Reed
Vintage 1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Wrought Iron, Wire
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Fiberglass
2010s American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
20th Century American Toys and Dolls
Other
2010s American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs
Stainless Steel, Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Beech, Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Armchairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Modern Armchairs
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Karl Johan Armchairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century European Dining Room Sets
Birch
Vintage 1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Vintage 1960s French Armchairs
Faux Leather, Plastic
Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Floor Lamps
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary English George III Armchairs
Gold Leaf
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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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.
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