Antique Sofa And Armchairs
1890s French Chinoiserie Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Silk, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Bentwood
19th Century French Empire Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Mahogany
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century English Country Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Mahogany
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Wicker
Early 20th Century English Country Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Cotton, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Birch
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Rattan
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
1920s English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Wood
1910s English Edwardian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery
1860s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Walnut
1860s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Hardwood
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Fabric, Hardwood
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Revival Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Walnut
19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Ebony, Walnut
1860s English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather, Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Walnut
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1920s English Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1880s English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Hardwood, Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
1840s Danish Gustavian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Bronze
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Brocade, Beech
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Silk, Wood
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Silk, Wood
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Wood
1880s Belgian High Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Walnut
1890s British Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
1920s English Art Deco Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Walnut
1670s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Sofa And Armchairs
Fabric
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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.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
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