Antique Vintage Armchair
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Birch
1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Oak
Early 1800s French Baroque Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Rattan, Wood
1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Wood
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Beech
Early 20th Century French Antique Vintage Armchair
Faux Bamboo, Wicker
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Armchair
Rattan
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Bouclé
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Beech
19th Century German Vienna Secession Antique Vintage Armchair
Cane, Bentwood
1890s Italian Neoclassical Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Beech
1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Beech
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Armchair
Rattan
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Walnut
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Cord, Ash
Early 20th Century Antique Vintage Armchair
Wood
1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vintage Armchair
Upholstery
1920s German Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Antique Vintage Armchair
Bamboo, Rattan
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Vintage Armchair
Burlap, Wood
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Vintage Armchair
Brass
19th Century English Chesterfield Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather
Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Armchair
Wood
Mid-19th Century Late Victorian Antique Vintage Armchair
Birch
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Cherry
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
1880s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Walnut
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Beech
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Antique Vintage Armchair
Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Vintage Armchair
Elm
1920s German Bauhaus Antique Vintage Armchair
Metal
1920s French Rustic Antique Vintage Armchair
Wood, Bentwood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Cord, Ash
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Vintage Armchair
Rattan
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-19th Century North American American Empire Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Beech, Maple
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Ash
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vintage Armchair
Brass
Late 17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Vintage Armchair
Steel
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Vintage Armchair
Oak
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Vintage Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Vintage Armchair
Rush, Ash
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Vintage Armchair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Vintage Armchair
Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut
Early 19th Century British Antique Vintage Armchair
Leather, Oak
19th Century French Antique Vintage Armchair
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Vintage Armchair
Birch
Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Vintage Armchair
Rope, Wood
19th Century French Antique Vintage Armchair
Silk, Giltwood
19th Century French Antique Vintage Armchair
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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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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