Asymmetrical Ottoman
2010s North American Ottomans and Poufs
Brass, Metallic Thread
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Other
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Chenille, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Ultrasuede
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Benches
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1970s British Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Ceramic
1990s Italian Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Alpaca, Cotton
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Silver, Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Granite
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Silver, Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Early 2000s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool, Birch
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Islamic Persian Rugs
Wool
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Late 20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Wool
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood, Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Travertine
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede, Wood
Late 20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Mohair, Cotton, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
2010s American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
Recent Sales
2010s Afghan Central Asian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Vanities
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Baskets
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s French Futurist Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Hardwood
Early 2000s French Modern Sofas
Wool
1980s American Cocktail Dresses
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
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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.
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