Bamboo Occasional Chairs
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Unknown Bohemian Side Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
2010s American Chairs
Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Chairs
Leather
Antique Early 1800s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Bamboo
Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bergere Chairs
Giltwood
Antique 1810s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Giltwood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bergere Chairs
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Wood
20th Century Dutch Chaise Longues
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century Side Tables
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century American British Colonial End Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Bamboo
Late 20th Century Unknown Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
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Plaster
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s British Club Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
2010s North American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
2010s Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors
Glass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern End Tables
Travertine, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
2010s South African Minimalist Night Stands
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Cane, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Organic Modern Chandeliers and ...
Copper, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pen...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Armchairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
20th Century Asian Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Oak
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rattan, Cotton, Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, Cane
Early 20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Rush, Reed
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Bamboo
2010s American De Stijl Side Tables
Maple
Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Velvet
Vintage 1940s Italian Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Bamboo, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Regency Club Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs
Velvet, Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1950s American Regency Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Cane, Polyester, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Regency Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Textile, Cane
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs
Mohair, Nylon, Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Silk, Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo, Wood
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Rush
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Early 20th Century Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1950s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Spanish Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage 1960s Spanish Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Faux Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1930s American Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Bamboo, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Central Asian British Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bamboo, Cane
Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Armchairs
Late 20th Century American Campaign End Tables
Wood
American Armchairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Console Tables
Walnut, Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Stools
Satinwood
Vintage 1960s Asian Organic Modern Side Chairs
Rattan
20th Century Thai Armchairs
Bamboo
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Club Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Regency Armchairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Side Tables
Bamboo, Glass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are bamboo chairs strong?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although construction methods also affect durability, bamboo chairs are generally strong due to the properties of bamboo. The tensile strength of bamboo per square inch is greater than that of many other materials, including steel. Shop a variety of bamboo chairs on 1stDibs.
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