Modern Chair Set
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Iron
1990s Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Swivel Chairs
Cotton
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
1990s British Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Gold, Bronze, Iron
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Pine
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Raffia, Nutwood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
20th Century Unknown Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Chairs
Metal
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Wood
2010s Canadian Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s Chairs
Cane
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Acrylic
Vintage 1980s European Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Linen, Wood
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
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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 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture 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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