Swan Chair Pair
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cotton, Polyester
Vintage 1940s American Side Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Leather, Linen
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Birch
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Regency Side Chairs
Cane, Pine
Vintage 1980s Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
20th Century Spanish Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s European Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Antique 1830s English Neoclassical Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 1880s English Side Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Empire Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Rope
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Side Chairs
Maple
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Wingback Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century French Empire Bergere Chairs
Bronze
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century German Louis XVI Armchairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
Antique 1830s William IV Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Suede
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Armchairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Charles X Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Antique 1880s British Neoclassical Armchairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs
Wood, Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century French Empire Armchairs
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Posters
Paper
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Sets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1880s Spanish Rococo Paintings
Canvas, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Hollywood Regency Turkish Rugs
Wool
Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Bergere Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
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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.
- Is a Swan chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a Swan chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal perception. Arne Jacobsen designed the tapered backrest and curved seat of the swiveling accent chair to conform to the shape of the human body, believing it would offer ample support. You'll find a collection of Swan chairs on 1stDibs.
- Does the Swan chair swivel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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