18 Century Chairs
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Brocade
Vintage 1940s American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak, Naugahyde
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Mahogany
Antique Early 18th Century American Queen Anne Chairs
Wood
20th Century American William IV Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Leather
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Empire Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Hide, Teak
Antique 1720s English Baroque Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Dutch Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Hardwood, Beech, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Straw, Wood, Ash
Vintage 1980s Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood
Antique 18th Century Spanish Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Bentwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chairs
Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Wood, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Chairs
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Chairs
Cane, Hardwood, Teak
Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs
Wood
20th Century Austrian Modern Chairs
Plywood
20th Century Unknown High Victorian Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Antique 1880s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wool, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Oak, Paint
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Chairs
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Teak
Early 20th Century Chairs
Bentwood
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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 is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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