Vintage Furniture Upholstery
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Wool, Beech, Teak
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
1970s Norwegian Post-Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
20th Century Other Art Style Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Pen, Ink
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Fabric, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Teak
1950s Italian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Glass, Walnut
20th Century North American Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Silk, Maple
1980s American Georgian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Georgian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Mahogany, Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Maple
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Provincial Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Hardwood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cherry
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Maple
1980s American Georgian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Provincial Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Chippendale Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Directoire Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Walnut, Upholstery, Cane
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Metal
1990s American Chinoiserie Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Wood
1960s American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Brass
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Giltwood, Upholstery
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Wool, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century American Georgian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
1980s American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cherry
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cherry
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Ebony
1980s American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cherry
1970s British Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Hardwood
1970s American French Provincial Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Brass
20th Century French Louis XIV Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Wood
1930s American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Velvet, Mahogany
1970s American Adam Style Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Fruitwood, Upholstery
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Brass
Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cherry
1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Wool, Chenille, Cotton
1960s American Regency Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Cane, Cherry
Late 20th Century American Late Victorian Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Brass
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Furniture Upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
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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.
- How old is vintage furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024To identify vintage Woodard patio furniture, look for the maker's markings. On three-piece sets, you'll typically find paper labels that bear the brand name underneath the cushions. Sofa and chair frames may also feature welded-on metal labels bearing the brand name. For wrought iron pieces, check the frame for an embossed "Woodard" mark. Once you find the markings, you can use trusted online resources to determine a rough idea of the age of your piece. Anything produced more than 20 years ago, but less than a century ago, is vintage. Pieces more than 100 years old are antique, while those made within the last two decades are contemporary. If you're unable to locate any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identification and dating. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Woodard furniture.
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