Black Rush Chair
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Rush
Mid-20th Century American Federal Side Chairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Rush
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine American Classical Club Chairs
Wicker, Rattan, Rush
Antique 1810s American Side Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Rush
Antique Early 19th Century English Country Side Chairs
Rush
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Oak
Antique 19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
1990s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Rush
1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
1990s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Straw
Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
Rush, Wood
Antique 1770s Chairs
Rush, Birch
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Ash, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Wood
2010s American Chairs
Maple
2010s American Chairs
Maple
2010s American Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
2010s American Chairs
Leather, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Rubber
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Side Chairs
Wood
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Maple
2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Ash
1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Reed, Wenge
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Straw, Ash
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Birch
1990s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
1990s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Corner Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Wood
20th Century English George III Dining Room Chairs
Oak
2010s Argentine Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Wicker
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Sets
Mother-of-Pearl, Rush, Ash, Oak
Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Art
Other
20th Century American American Classical Desks
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Tunisian Modern Moroccan and North African...
Natural Fiber, Seagrass, Rush
21st Century and Contemporary Tunisian Modern Moroccan and North African...
Natural Fiber, Seagrass, Rush
2010s Tunisian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Natural Fiber, Seagrass, Rush
Antique Late 18th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Pine
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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.
- What are rush seats on chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rush seats are chairs where the seating part is woven out of long, grass-like vegetation. After the material dries, the makers weave it to make a strong surface for sitting. Shop antique rush chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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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