Retro S Shaped Chair
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Fiberglass, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Wood
1950s Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Steel
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Rattan
1990s Italian Post-Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Metal, Chrome
1960s Dutch Retro S Shaped Chair
Birch
1960s Retro S Shaped Chair
Iron
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Leather, Cocobolo
Mid-20th Century Dutch Retro S Shaped Chair
Wicker, Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Wood, Wool, Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Spanish Spanish Colonial Retro S Shaped Chair
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Wood, Velvet
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Sheepskin, Beech
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Wood
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Chrome
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Leather, Fiberglass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric
1960s German Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Ash
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Retro S Shaped Chair
Wicker, Paint
1960s American Hollywood Regency Retro S Shaped Chair
Silk
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Hardwood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Hardwood, Paint
1960s Dutch Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Dutch Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Dutch Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Bentwood
1980s American Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Chrome
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Oak
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Oak
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Oak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Naugahyde
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Walnut
1950s Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1980s Thai Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Fabric, Wood
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Czech Retro S Shaped Chair
Bentwood
1970s Finnish Space Age Retro S Shaped Chair
Aluminum
1950s French Retro S Shaped Chair
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
Velvet, Teak
1960s Czech Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Czech Retro S Shaped Chair
Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro S Shaped Chair
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.
- What are S-shaped chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022S-shaped chairs are also called Panton Chairs after Danish designer Verner Panton. Part of the modernist style, Panton’s designs are considered masterpieces of Danish design and are beloved by interior designers the world over. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Panton chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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