Whimsical Ottoman
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Bronze
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Ultrasuede, Cotton
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Fabric
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Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
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2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Oak
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Leather
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Leather
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Textile, Wood
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Leather
2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1980s American Egyptian Revival Benches
Bouclé, Wood
2010s Dutch Patio and Garden Furniture
Plastic
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Pine
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Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1980s Philippine Organic Modern Club Chairs
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Leather
2010s American American Classical Chairs
Sheepskin, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Living Room Sets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
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Wool
Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Turkish Rugs
Silk
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PVC
Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Metal
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Wool
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Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Wicker, Hardwood, Fabric
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Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas
Wood, Walnut, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
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Walnut
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Composition
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Brass
2010s American Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Wood
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Sheepskin, Oak
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Stainless Steel
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Gold, Brass
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2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Steel, Bronze
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bronze, Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
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Cotton
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Wool
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Mohair
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Brass
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Ceramic, Cane, Wood
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Leather
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Aluminum, Brass
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Beech, Rush
20th Century Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Footstools
Faux Fur, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
20th Century English Footstools
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wrought Iron
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Steel
Antique 19th Century Maps
Paper
20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Stools
Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Country Footstools
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1940s Italian Ceramics
Terracotta
Antique Early 1800s Turkish Turkish Rugs
Wool
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Brass, Steel
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Wool
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Cotton
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Leather
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Velvet
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Upholstery
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Leather
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Naugahyde
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Steel, Chrome
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Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Brass
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Leather
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Leather
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Wool
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Wood
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Vintage 1960s French Chaise Longues
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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.
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