Antique and Vintage Recamiers
Antique 1810s English Regency Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s Chaise Longues
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Empire Daybeds
Bronze
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chaise Longues
Bamboo, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Daybeds
Mahogany, Velvet
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chaise Longues
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Chaise Longues
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chaise Longues
Vermeil, Silver
Antique 19th Century Burmese Chaise Longues
Rosewood, Mother-of-Pearl
20th Century American Art Deco Daybeds
Wicker
Antique 19th Century British Regency Daybeds
Brass
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Daybeds
Cotton, Maple
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Daybeds
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Empire Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1850s American Rococo Revival Chaise Longues
Wood
20th Century Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Regency Chaise Longues
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Silk, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chaise Longues
Wicker
Mid-20th Century British Colonial Daybeds
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s American Empire Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Chaise Longues
Cane, Walnut
20th Century Benches
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Mahogany
Antique 1790s English George III Settees
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Regency Chaise Longues
Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Chaise Longues
Silk, Mahogany
Antique 1810s English Regency Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Empire Benches
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Daybeds
Wood
Antique 1820s Regency Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Satinwood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Walnut
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofas
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Benches
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Ebony, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Daybeds
Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1790s Italian Directoire Settees
Giltwood
Early 20th Century Sri Lankan Daybeds
Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Daybeds
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Space Age Daybeds
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chaise Longues
Leather, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chaise Longues
Leather, Fabric
20th Century American French Provincial Chaise Longues
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Chaise Longues
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Brazilian Romantic Chaise Longues
Wood
20th Century American Art Deco Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Wicker
Antique 19th Century French Empire Revival Daybeds
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chaise Longues
Upholstery
20th Century Unknown Chaise Longues
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Benches
Hardwood
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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 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 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 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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