Tie Back Sofa
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Sofas
Metal, Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other, Metal
2010s Italian Sofas
Metal, Other
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood, Silk, Walnut
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Streamlined Moderne Sofas
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Muslin, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood, Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Wood, Down, Feathers, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Birch, Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Linen, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
2010s Central American Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cotton, Faux Leather, Foam, Maple
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood, Fabric, Foam, Down
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Sofas
Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Linen, Beech
Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
2010s American Modern Sofas
Oak, Burlap, Velvet, Foam, Maple
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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 split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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