Modern Captains Chair
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Oak
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Rope, Hardwood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Jute, Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chairs
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak, Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Maple
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Walnut
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Upholstery, Teak
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Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cotton, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Birdseye Maple
1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Oak
2010s American Victorian Club Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
20th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Faux Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Teak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
20th Century English Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wool, Teak
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Naugahyde, Teak
Vintage 1980s Thai Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Ash, Elm
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wool, Teak
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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 captain’s chair for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain's chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A captain's chair is an armchair with a saddle seat and low curved back, usually upholstered in leather or cloth. It has vertical spindles that create the appearance of extra height for more formal settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's 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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