Vintage Looking Chairs
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Oak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wool, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Teak
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Looking Chairs
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Canvas
20th Century Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Looking Chairs
Aluminum
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Oak
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Metal
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Pine
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Papercord, Teak
Mid-20th Century Vintage Looking Chairs
Leather
1970s Vintage Looking Chairs
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Vintage Looking Chairs
Enamel, Steel
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Vintage Looking Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Chrome
1970s German Space Age Vintage Looking Chairs
Stainless Steel
20th Century English Victorian Vintage Looking Chairs
Oak
1980s American Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Aluminum
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Cane, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Cane, Oak
1950s Chinoiserie Vintage Looking Chairs
Lacquer
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Oak
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Textile
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Plywood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wicker
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Looking Chairs
Metal
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Metal
20th Century French Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1990s American Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century Turkish Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Vintage Looking Chairs
Steel
1960s Italian Minimalist Vintage Looking Chairs
Wicker, Wood, Birch
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Vintage Looking Chairs
Bamboo
1950s French Vintage Looking Chairs
Metal
1930s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Looking Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1990s French Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Vintage Looking Chairs
Iron
1950s American Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1950s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Looking Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Wrought Iron
1980s Vintage Looking Chairs
Wood
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Rope, Beech
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Looking Chairs
Velvet, Teak
20th Century Vintage Looking Chairs
Leather
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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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024While we don't know for sure what the first ever chair looked like, early examples of chairs dating back to ancient Egypt can give us some idea of its form. Archaeologists have uncovered chairs from around 3100 B.C. They tend to have boxy shapes and upholstery made of cloth or leather. Compared to modern chairs, seat heights were much lower, at around 10 inches above the floor. Find a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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