Baltimore Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century American Louis XVI Slipper Chairs
Brass
Antique 1820s American Georgian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 1820s American Georgian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 1810s American American Classical Chairs
Silk, Upholstery, Pine, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
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Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Wood, Leather
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Antique 1810s American Regency Side Chairs
Antique 1810s American American Classical Chairs
Upholstery, Pine, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Early 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Federal Dining Room Chairs
Maple, Paint
Antique Early 1800s American Georgian Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Paintings
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique 1830s American William IV Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Side Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 1820s American American Classical Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs
Early 2000s American Modern Chairs
Cherry
Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs
Antique 1820s American American Classical Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Side Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1820s American American Classical Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Side Chairs
Paint, Wood
Antique 1820s American Federal Side Chairs
Paint, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Fireplaces and Mantels
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Convex Mirrors
Bronze
2010s American American Classical Sideboards
Metal
Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Side Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century French Modern Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany
Antique 1820s English George III Beds and Bed Frames
Leather, Mahogany, Pine
Antique 1740s Italian George II Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Benches
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1880s English Slipper Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas
Marble
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
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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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