5 Canape
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Antique 19th Century Portuguese Regency Canapes
Rosewood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Velvet, Giltwood
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Leather
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Canapes
Other
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Canapes
Other
Antique Late 18th Century French Belle Époque Canapes
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Bouclé
2010s French Modern Canapes
Steel
2010s French Modern Canapes
Steel
2010s French Modern Canapes
Steel
2010s French Modern Canapes
Steel
2010s French Modern Canapes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Canapes
Paper
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Canapes
Walnut
1990s Swedish Modern Chaise Longues
Brass
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Sterling Silver
20th Century Danish Tableware
Sterling Silver
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Barware
Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
20th Century Bergere Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Sterling Silver
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Living Room Sets
Beech
1940s Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Brass
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Chairs
Beech
Late 20th Century Expressionist Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Vintage 1940s Argentine Canapes
Wood, Fabric
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Beech
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Canapes
Walnut
20th Century American Louis XV Canapes
Wood, Paint, Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Canapes
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Canapes
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Paint, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Canapes
Velvet
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Metal
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Living Room Sets
Cedar
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Wool, Silk, Velvet
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Damask, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1940s Argentine Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Beech, Cane, Plywood
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5 Canape For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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