Chaise With Armrests
Vintage 1980s Italian Chaise Longues
Reed
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chaise Longues
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chaise Longues
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chaise Longues
Wood, Lacquer, Leather
2010s Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Textile, Ash
Antique Early 1800s French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Fabric, Hickory
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Stainless Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Stainless Steel
2010s Danish Chaise Longues
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Upholstery
2010s Italian Chaise Longues
Wood
Vintage 1980s William IV Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Chaise Longues
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chaise Longues
Rattan, Bamboo
Vintage 1930s French Modern Chaise Longues
Iron
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Metal, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chaise Longues
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues
Leather, Cotton, Bamboo, Foam, Polyester, Wood
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Chaise Longues
Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Leather, Mohair, Birch
Antique 1790s French Directoire Chaise Longues
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
1990s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Classical Chaise Longues
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Steel
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Chaise Longues
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Brass
Early 2000s American Chaise Longues
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Iron
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chaise Longues
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Paint, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chaise Longues
Leather
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chaise Longues
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Walnut, Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Walnut, Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Chaise Longues
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Sheepskin, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Sheepskin, Oak
2010s Danish Modern Chaise Longues
Bouclé, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Walnut, Sheepskin
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Wool, Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Leather, Palisander
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Faux Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Wood, Teak, Fabric, Polyester
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
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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 ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Chairs with armrests are called armchairs. Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power. In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today's armchairs. Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are likely now central to tasks throughout your home. Shop a wide range of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no difference between a chaise longue and a chaise lounge. The chaise longue is an upholstered piece of furniture that was made popular in France in the early 16th century. This low reclining seat, a “long chair” in English, boasts an elongated form and low back that extends about half the length of the furnishing, affording the welcome opportunity for a sitter to put their feet up and relax. (In the United States, the term is frequently spelled “chaise lounge.”) So, how do you pronounce chaise longue? It sounds like “shayz lawng,” but limiting it to shayz is perfectly acceptable in the States. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise sectional?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise sectional is a piece of sectional seating furniture that is made up of half a standard sofa and half a chaise longue (or chaise lounge), which is a long and inviting chair designed for putting your feet up. A traditional sofa is typically a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people, whereas a sectional sofa consists of multiple pieces that can be arranged in several different layouts. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sectional sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
- What is a chaise longue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A chaise longue is a form of seating. It’s an upholstered piece of furniture that was made popular in France in the early 16th century.
This low reclining seat, a “long chair” in English, boasts an elongated form and low back that extends about half the length of the furnishing, affording the welcome opportunity for a sitter to put their feet up and relax.
Find vintage chaise longues on 1stDibs. - What is a corner chaise?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A corner chaise is an end for your sectional sofa that creates a corner shape. This chaise longue piece is positioned as part of the sofa on one end to give the sofa an L-shaped design. A corner chaise is a very popular piece of seating furniture for living rooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaises longues and sectional sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise recliner?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A chaise recliner, also known as a chaise lounge, is an extended recliner or an upholstered sofa that allows you to extend your legs, with support for the same. It is designed for comfort while relaxing, reading or napping.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024The chaise part of a sectional is a long chair. Its design allows a single person to position themselves against the backrest and sit with their legs elevated. Some sectionals have a single chaise positioned on the right or left side, while others have a double design with two chaises framing a central sofa component. Explore a range of sectionals on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The era that a chaise longue is from goes back at least as far as the 1500s. A chaise lounge is an upholstered piece of furniture that was made popular in France in the early 16th century. This low reclining seat — a “long chair” in English — boasts an elongated form and low back that extends about half the length of the furnishing, affording the welcome opportunity for a sitter to put their feet up and relax. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a variety of chaise lounges on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether you can sleep on a chaise lounge is actually a matter of personal preference. A chaise elevates your legs, but your upper body remains in an upright seated position. Some chaise lounges do recline, but most don't fold flat for sleeping. As a result, you can sleep on one if you don't mind not being completely flat on your back while you slumber. Find an assortment of chaise lounges on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC4 chaise?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The LC4 chaise longue was designed by Charlotte Perriand, who was working under the guidance of Swiss architect Le Corbusier. You can shop a collection of vintage and antique chaise longues from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is a chaise longue comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Whether a chaise longue is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the way a chaise longue makes it possible to stretch out and relax is appealing. Most chaise longues also feature cushioning and upholstery for added comfort. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of chaise lounges.
- Is a chaise sofa practical?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether a chaise sofa is practical is a matter of personal opinion. For those who like to sit with their legs stretched out, a chaise sofa may be used frequently in a seating area. However, the sofas do have a larger footprint, so they may not be suited to very small living rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a range of chaise sofas.
- How long is a chaise longue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A chaise longue is typically between 73 and 80 inches long. Its is an upholstered piece of furniture that was made popular in France in the early 16th century. This low reclining seat, a “long chair” in English, boasts an elongated form and low back that extends about half the length of the furnishing, affording the welcome opportunity for a sitter to put their feet up and relax.
Find vintage chaise longues on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The purpose of a chaise longue is to provide comfortable seating while enhancing the visual appeal of a room. Its elongated design makes it possible for a user to sit with their feet and legs elevated. Many people find it easy to relax and unwind seated in this position. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of chaise lounges.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The point of a chaise sectional is to allow you to relax with your feet elevated without using a separate footrest. Thanks to the design of a sectional, a person can stretch out and unwind while still easily engaging with others seated by them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sectionals.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best outdoor chaise longue is a matter of choice. In the late 1700s, the first chaise longues were imported to America, and English speakers have struggled with the name ever since. (In the United States, the term is frequently spelled “chaise lounge.”) When selecting the best chaise longue, bear in mind that this seating furniture requires more square footage than a bench or other outdoor furniture. As a result, it is critical to ensure that you have adequate space to position the chaise longue. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary outdoor chaise longues from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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