Low Back Sofa
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Sofas
Leather
Early 2000s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Metal
Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
Vintage 1980s Japanese Organic Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Italian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Italian Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cotton, Cane, Foam, Mahogany
2010s Italian Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sectional Sofas
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Sofas
Wood, Mahogany
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Streamlined Moderne Sofas
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Steel
20th Century Unknown Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Italian Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
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.
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a low sofa called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A low sofa is called a ‘low-profile’ sofa. The low-profile sofa is snug with the ground, and helps to give the illusion of airy and light space in smaller areas. You can shop a collection of sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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