Vintage Safari Chairs
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s European Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Teak, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Ash
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Pine
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Canvas, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Faux Leather, Oak
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Club Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Wood, Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Pine, Canvas
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1970s Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood, Leather
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Canvas, Wood, Ash
20th Century German Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Costa Rican Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rope, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Lambskin, Suede
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Lambskin, Suede
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rattan
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Canvas, Wood, Leather
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Other Swivel Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Linen, Oak
Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Naugahyde, Oak
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Oak, Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Canvas, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Oak
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Vintage Safari Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Vintage Safari Chairs?
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 safari chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In 1933, Kaare Klint created the safari stool for noted furniture retailer Carl Hansen and Son. This chair was inspired by an officer’s chair Klint saw in a travel guide. It was one of the first DIY pieces of furniture that came unassembled but was easily put together without tools. Shop a collection of Carl Hansen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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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