Alcantara Leather Chair
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
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Leather, Wood, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
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2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Chairs
Teak
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Palisander
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Slipper Chairs
Steel
2010s Cabinets
Leather, Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Steel
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs
Suede, Beech
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Steel
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Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1970s Swiss Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Minimalist Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Linen
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
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Linen
Late 20th Century Italian Streamlined Moderne Pitchers
Sterling Silver, Silver
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs
Bronze
Vintage 1980s French Modern Armchairs
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Faux Leather, Lucite
2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Beech
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Wood
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Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Steel
Vintage 1970s Armchairs
1990s French Post-Modern Sofas
Suede, Foam
1990s French Post-Modern Sofas
Foam, Suede
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Living Room Sets
Leather, Walnut
20th Century English Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Walnut
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sofas
Suede
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Early 2000s French Modern Sectional Sofas
Ultrasuede, Foam
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Velvet
Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Club Chairs
Chrome
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Leather
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Leather
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Armchairs
Wood
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Aluminum
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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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
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