French Round Ottoman
Vintage 1960s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
Vintage 1920s French Napoleon III Ottomans and Poufs
Silk, Giltwood
20th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Steel, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fur, Upholstery, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fur, Upholstery, Plywood
Antique 19th Century French Régence Ottomans and Poufs
Giltwood
2010s Philippine Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Rattan, Foam, Maple
2010s Philippine Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Rattan, Foam, Maple
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Antique 1850s French Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century American Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker, Reed, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stools
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stools
Steel
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Stools
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Stools
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Serving Pieces
Mirror, Wicker
Late 20th Century Indian Modern Indian Rugs
Wool
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Stools
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Persian Louis XIV Persian Rugs
Wool
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Louis XIV Western European Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vanities
Metal
2010s French Modern Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood
2010s French Modern Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s French Modern Living Room Sets
Wool, Foam, Wood
2010s French Modern Living Room Sets
Wool, Foam, Wood
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Persian Rococo Persian Rugs
Silk
Late 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Turkish Rugs
Silk
Late 20th Century Indian Baroque Indian Rugs
Wool
2010s Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Persian Jacobean Persian Rugs
Wool
1990s American Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Walnut
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
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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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