Vintage Ladderback Chairs
1960s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Oak, Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Velvet, Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century William and Mary Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
20th Century French Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Hardwood
20th Century American Country Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Ash
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Formica, Walnut
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Wood
1970s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Oak
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Wood
1950s French Country Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Oak
20th Century Rustic Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Oak
Late 20th Century Minimalist Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
1940s French Louis XV Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Leather, Wood, Teak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Upholstery, Foam, Giltwood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wool, Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Paint
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Naugahyde
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Cane, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Fabric
1930s French French Provincial Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rush, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Straw, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Oak, Upholstery
20th Century Italian Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood, Cane
1970s Vintage Ladderback Chairs
20th Century Italian Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood
1990s Vintage Ladderback Chairs
20th Century Belgian Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Beech
20th Century French Vintage Ladderback Chairs
1970s Italian Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Leather, Ash
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Rosewood
20th Century American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
1970s American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Teak
1950s American Vintage Ladderback Chairs
1940s Czech Scandinavian Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Canvas, Oil
1980s Rustic Vintage Ladderback Chairs
1960s Vintage Ladderback Chairs
20th Century Italian Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood
1960s British Modern Vintage Ladderback Chairs
Wood
1960s American American Craftsman Vintage Ladderback Chairs
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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, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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