Serpentine Style Sofa
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Bouclé
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Antique Late 18th Century Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Down
20th Century French Provincial Sofas
Cotton, Wood
2010s French Chesterfield Sofas
Linen
20th Century American Sofas
Cotton
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
1990s Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Wood
1990s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
1990s American Modern Sofas
Bouclé
1990s Modern Sofas
Mohair
Antique 1880s English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Antique 1770s English Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Queen Anne Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Sofas
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Sofas
Textile, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Velvet
Antique 18th Century American Sheraton Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Lucite
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Textile
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Suede
Vintage 1980s Modern Sofas
Chenille
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Baroque Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Sofas
Wood
Late 20th Century American Other Console Tables
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Tables
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 is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- What is a Lawson style sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A Lawson style sofa has loose back pillows, a three-cushion seat design and a very simple shape. The armrests can be high, rolled or squared. The width of this sofa is big enough for a person to comfortably take a nap. Find your Lawson sofa on 1stDibs and let it blend in with your room or stand out altogether.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Home decor trends change often and certain styles of sofas come in and out of style. The sofa best suited for your home is a matter of personal preference and unique needs. Shop a wide range of sofas and other home furnishing on 1stDibs.
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