Bistro Chairs
Vintage 1970s European Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak, Plywood
Early 20th Century Belgian French Provincial Chairs
Metal
20th Century European Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Cane, Reed
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Italian Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1920s Polish Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Nouveau Chairs
Beech
Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Wrought Iron
20th Century French Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Belgian Industrial Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s European Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Chairs
Oak, Bentwood, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Bentwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Wood, Bentwood
Early 20th Century Austrian Chairs
Bentwood
Antique 19th Century Polish Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Czech Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
Antique 19th Century French Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1970s European Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1950s European Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Leather, Bentwood
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech, Faux Leather
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1910s Czech Art Nouveau Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Chairs
Wood, Beech
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Beech
Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Bentwood
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
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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.
- What size are bistro chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bistro chairs are traditionally paired with bistro tables, so the chairs are usually standard dining height. Standard dining height can range from 18 to 26 inches tall. You’ll find a large collection of bistro chairs in varying heights on 1stDibs..
- What is a bistro chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
- Are bistro chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Whether bistro chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find the width of the seat and back make it possible to sit back and relax during a meal or conversation. Find a variety of bistro chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
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