Century Head Chair
20th Century North American Modern Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Wingback Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Chairs
Chrome
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs
Tin
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Brass
20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Regency Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 17th Century Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Cotton
Late 20th Century American Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Leather, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs
Bone, Wood
Early 20th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Chairs
Straw, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Side Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Chairs
Brass
20th Century Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Bronze
Antique Late 17th Century Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone, Shell
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Chairs
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century European Renaissance Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Bone, Wood
Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Slipper Chairs
Nutwood
Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Corner Chairs
Nutwood, Walnut
Antique 18th Century Italian Directoire Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Chairs
Elm
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Rustic Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century American Chairs
Fabric, Linen
Antique 1790s French Chairs
Iron
Early 20th Century Dutch Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Corner Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s European Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Giltwood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Side Chairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Antique 18th Century English Regency Chairs
Metal
Antique 1810s German Biedermeier Chairs
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Bergere Chairs
Metal
20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs
Bamboo, Leather
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Wood
Antique 1780s Great Britain (UK) Chippendale Chairs
Elm, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century Side Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
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Century Head 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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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