1800s Chair Wood
Antique 1890s Austrian Victorian Chairs
Wood
Antique 1890s French Chairs
Straw, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Régence Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Silk, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Chairs
Cotton, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Norwegian Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century British William IV Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Sheraton Bergere Chairs
Mahogany, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Iron
20th Century Indian Primitive Corner Chairs
Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century Primitive Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Italian Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Primitive Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Dutch Other Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chairs
Straw, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Antique 19th Century Italian French Provincial Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 1800s English George III Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Chairs
Wood, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Medieval Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Other Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Slipper Chairs
Linen, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Silk, Wood
Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Side Chairs
Maple
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Side Chairs
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Louis XVI Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Wood, Chestnut
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Chairs
Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Fruitwood, Burl
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Chairs
Gold Leaf
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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 ExpertJune 30, 2023In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
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