Large Vintage Armchair
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Wool, Oak
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Dutch Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Alpaca, Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Metal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric
1980s Belgian Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
1930s Streamlined Moderne Large Vintage Armchair
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Cotton, Wood, Cherry
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
1970s European Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Leather
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric
1970s Danish Brutalist Large Vintage Armchair
Leather, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Bouclé, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Wood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Large Vintage Armchair
Cotton
1930s Danish Large Vintage Armchair
Beech
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Metal
20th Century Scandinavian Large Vintage Armchair
Leather
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Leather, Teak
1980s Classical Roman Large Vintage Armchair
Cowhide, Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Large Vintage Armchair
Faux Fur, Oak
1980s Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
20th Century Large Vintage Armchair
Upholstery
20th Century Tribal Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
20th Century English George II Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1930s Swedish Folk Art Large Vintage Armchair
Pine
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Large Vintage Armchair
Faux Bamboo, Wood, Rattan
Late 20th Century Large Vintage Armchair
Leather, Rope
1930s French Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
1990s European Georgian Large Vintage Armchair
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Beech
1930s French Louis XV Large Vintage Armchair
Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Large Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Bentwood
20th Century British Bohemian Large Vintage Armchair
Cane, Rattan
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Large Vintage Armchair
Textile, Wood
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Leather
1970s Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Leather
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Bone
1940s French Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Upholstery
1930s French Art Deco Large Vintage Armchair
Mahogany, Velvet
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Large Vintage Armchair
Oak
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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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