Ottoman Bun
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Georgian Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
1990s Chinese British Colonial Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Fabric
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Recent Sales
Antique 1870s English Victorian Daybeds
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Late 20th Century American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary English Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile, Wood
20th Century British Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1940s English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1980s Unknown Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
1990s North African Benches
Zebra Hide
1990s African Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Leather, Velvet
1990s North American Club Chairs
Leather
Early 2000s American Club Chairs
Leather
1990s Club Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century American Georgian Ottomans and Poufs
Antique Late 19th Century European Empire Footstools
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 20th Century North American Empire Footstools
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Armchairs
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Leather, Velvet
Early 2000s American Club Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Leather, Damask
Late 20th Century American Georgian Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Muslin, Walnut
People Also Browsed
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Plaster
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Burl, Poplar, Wood
2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Metal
2010s American Modern Stools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Iron
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Vintage 1920s German Table Lamps
Nickel
20th Century American Organic Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Wallpaper
Silk
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Steel
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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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