Antique Sofa Seat
Mid-19th Century Antique Sofa Seat
Giltwood
Late 19th Century Burmese Tibetan Antique Sofa Seat
Teak
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Revival Antique Sofa Seat
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofa Seat
Paint
18th Century Antique Sofa Seat
Paper
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Sofa Seat
Rattan
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sofa Seat
Tapestry, Beech, Paint
Early 20th Century English Antique Sofa Seat
Cowhide, Leather
Late 19th Century European Antique Sofa Seat
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Sofa Seat
Calico, Walnut
1810s English Regency Antique Sofa Seat
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Sofa Seat
Velvet
Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Wood
Early 20th Century Antique Sofa Seat
Beech
Early 20th Century Danish Modern Antique Sofa Seat
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Wood
Early 20th Century British Antique Sofa Seat
Walnut
Late 19th Century Antique Sofa Seat
Leather
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Sofa Seat
Velvet
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
Late 19th Century French Antique Sofa Seat
Linen, Walnut
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Birch
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofa Seat
Upholstery, Wood
Early 1800s Italian Antique Sofa Seat
Cord, Walnut
1920s French French Provincial Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Oak
1820s English Antique Sofa Seat
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Birch
Early 20th Century American Chesterfield Antique Sofa Seat
Leather
1920s Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Sofa Seat
Cane, Bentwood
1920s British Chesterfield Antique Sofa Seat
Leather, Wood
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Antique Sofa Seat
Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather, Hardwood
Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofa Seat
Giltwood, Velvet
Early 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century American Federal Antique Sofa Seat
Rush, Chestnut
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric
1840s English High Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather, Walnut
1850s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofa Seat
Wood
Mid-19th Century German Antique Sofa Seat
Steel
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Hardwood
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Sofa Seat
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather, Hardwood
1910s English Edwardian Antique Sofa Seat
Leather, Oak
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Sofa Seat
Fabric, Wood
1890s English Chesterfield Antique Sofa Seat
Mahogany
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Antique Sofa Seat 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.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best filling for sofa seat cushions is really a matter of preference. Filling options include polyester, foam, and feather. While foam is the most popular sofa seat cushion filling, feathers are preferred by those who prioritize softness.
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