Swinging Chair
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bamboo
2010s South African Modern Daybeds
Steel, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century German Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Side Chairs
Rattan
Antique 1890s English Victorian Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
2010s Austrian Chairs
Leather, Textile
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Boxwood
2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech, Boxwood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric
Vintage 1920s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1970s German International Style Club Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Metal
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Acrylic, Teak
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Teak, Acrylic
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Teak, Acrylic
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metallic Thread
2010s Asian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Rope
2010s Asian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Wood, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Spanish Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Bentwood
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs
Steel, Chrome
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Textile, Linen, Wood, Paint
2010s South African Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s South African Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
2010s English Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Stools
Steel
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Carts and Bar Carts
Metal, Steel
Antique Early 19th Century Dining Room Tables
Mahogany
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Linen
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Textile, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chairs
Plywood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Jacaranda
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Swinging Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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, 2022A swing chair should be placed in an area where there is at least 14 inches of clearance on every side. In addition, you will need to hang it from a ceiling joist to ensure secure installation. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of swing chairs.
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