42 Inch Ottoman
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Cotton
1990s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary South African Campaign Ottomans and Poufs
Zebra Hide
1990s Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Cotton
Late 20th Century Art Deco Club Chairs
Giltwood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wicker
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Textile, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Moroccan Moorish Stools
Goatskin, Wood, Wool, Leather
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Chenille
1990s French Cropped Jackets
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Travertine
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Silk, Walnut
2010s English Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 1750s French Architectural Elements
Oak
2010s American Pillows and Throws
Zebra Hide, Cotton, Down
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Sideboards
Hardwood, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Foam
20th Century English Kilim Armchairs
Upholstery
2010s American Pillows and Throws
Zebra Hide
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Rocking Chairs
Oak
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
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2010s American Other Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Campaign Ottomans and Poufs
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Leather
Antique Mid-19th Century Andorran Lounge Chairs
Leather, Plywood
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Antique 1880s High Victorian Stools
Leather
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Plastic
Late 20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet, Foam
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Iron
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Benches
Fabric, Wood
1990s French Trouser Pant Suits
Late 20th Century Swedish Space Age Chaise Longues
Upholstery
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood, Elm, Oak
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Fabric, Lucite
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Benches
Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge 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.
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