Vintage 1930s Chairs
1930s Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Birch
1930s French Rustic Vintage 1930s Chairs
Straw, Oak
1930s American American Colonial Vintage 1930s Chairs
Maple
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Leather, Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Upholstery
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century English Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Beech
1930s American Spanish Colonial Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Faux Leather, Walnut
20th Century American Adirondack Vintage 1930s Chairs
Hickory
20th Century Industrial Vintage 1930s Chairs
Metal, Steel
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Papercord, Beech
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric, Beech
1930s Unknown Vintage 1930s Chairs
Chrome, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Oak
1930s American Industrial Vintage 1930s Chairs
Aluminum
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Textile
1930s French Louis XV Vintage 1930s Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
20th Century Vintage 1930s Chairs
Metal
1930s Polish Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Beech
1930s French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Leather, Velvet, Wood
1930s English Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Oak
20th Century Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood
1930s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Walnut
1930s French Rustic Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood
1930s French Rustic Vintage 1930s Chairs
Rush
1930s French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Steel
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Steel
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Steel
1930s German Arts and Crafts Vintage 1930s Chairs
Metal
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Rattan
1930s Hungarian Vintage 1930s Chairs
Beech
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Mohair, Oak
1930s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Oak, Pine
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Chrome
1930s American Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Iron
1930s Danish British Colonial Vintage 1930s Chairs
Pine
1930s Finnish Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Birch
1930s Belgian Arts and Crafts Vintage 1930s Chairs
Nylon, Oak
20th Century German Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood
1930s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage 1930s Chairs
Metal
1930s Italian Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood, Nutwood
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Brass
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Leather
1930s Danish Vintage 1930s Chairs
Leather, Oak
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Sheepskin, Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Silk, Oak
1930s Belgian Country Vintage 1930s Chairs
Rush, Beech
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Iron, Nickel
1930s French Bohemian Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
1930s French Louis XV Vintage 1930s Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Oak
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Pine
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs
Velvet, Beech
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Vintage 1930s Chairs
Chrome
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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, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
- 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.
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