Ticking Cushion
Vintage 1940s American American Classical Chairs
Wicker
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Textile, Cotton
Antique 1890s English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
2010s British Bohemian Pillows and Throws
Linen
20th Century English Victorian Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Beech, Walnut
Late 20th Century British Bohemian Pillows and Throws
Linen
Late 20th Century British Bohemian Pillows and Throws
Linen
20th Century Neoclassical Bergere Chairs
Wood, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic, Cotton
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
20th Century Regency Armchairs
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Linen
Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs
Upholstery, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Cotton, Synthetic
Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Linen, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Synthetic
Antique 19th Century European Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Synthetic
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
Early 20th Century English Country Sofas
Cotton, Wood
20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Sofas
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Antique 19th Century Italian French Provincial Armchairs
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cotton, Polyester
20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Linen, Nylon, Acrylic, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Linen, Polyester
20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Linen, Polyester
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon Chaise Longues
Iron
20th Century Indian Regency Dining Room Chairs
Bone, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Linen
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Pillows and Throws
Linen, Cotton
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Pillows and Throws
Linen, Cotton
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sofas
Wood
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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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