80s Italian Chairs
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Wood, Mohair
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Bentwood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Ash
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Steel, Iron
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s European Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Swivel Chairs
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Slipper Chairs
PVC, Cotton
Late 20th Century Italian Corner Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Club Chairs
Chrome, Enamel
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Plastic
Vintage 1980s Italian Country Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Nutwood
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Club Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Club Chairs
Metal, Chrome, Wire
Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Steel, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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