Serpentine Ottoman
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Polyester
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary British Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests
Leather
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
2010s German Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1780s European George III Footstools
Mahogany
20th Century Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century American Club Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century French Provincial Footstools
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Philippine Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Burl
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 1900s Italian Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Carrara Marble, Bronze
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Murano Glass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Textile, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Cherry, Maple, Padouk, Walnut, Wenge, Ash
Late 20th Century American Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Brass
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century American Sofas
Velvet
20th Century Rustic Benches
Pine
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Ottomans and Poufs
Hardwood, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather
Late 20th Century Louis XV Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Antique 1870s English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Early 20th Century European Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany, Velvet
2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Walnut
20th Century French Louis XIII Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Walnut
1990s American Colonial Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Sectional Sofas
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chaise Longues
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Chrome, Metal
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Suede
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Mahogany, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Velvet
1920s Turkish Kaftans
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Living Room Sets
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Provincial Footstools
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Club Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century English William IV Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Fur...
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Club Chairs
Softwood, Leather, Beech
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Benches
Wood, Tapestry
Early 20th Century Italian Benches
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Screens and Room Dividers
Rattan
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Late 20th Century North American Empire Footstools
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Sectional Sofas
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede, Wood
Vintage 1980s Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Velvet, Mahogany
20th Century American Country Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Paint, Wood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1980s Georgian Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 1880s French Louis XIV Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Italian Stools
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Bouclé
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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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