Bedroom Arm Chair
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Revival Side Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Bedroom Sets
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Steel
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Chippendale Side Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Rocking Chairs
Maple
Antique 1880s Italian Baroque Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Side Chairs
Beech
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Suede, Teak
20th Century Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Side Chairs
Walnut, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Bergere Chairs
Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Side Chairs
Wood, Elm
2010s North American Louis XVI Side Chairs
Beech
Early 20th Century British Victorian Chairs
Cane, Rattan, Beech
2010s American American Classical Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1930s Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Walnut
1990s American Regency Side Chairs
Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Side Chairs
Silk, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
2010s European Industrial Side Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Wool, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Chairs
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Rococo Side Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Empire Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint
1990s American Art Deco Side Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Side Chairs
Hardwood
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
2010s South African Rustic Bedroom Sets
Steel
Early 20th Century Art Deco Side Chairs
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Side Chairs
Paint, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century American Mission Rocking Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Cane, Bentwood
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Other Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Modern Rocking Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
Antique 1880s Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Fabric, Elm
20th Century Unknown Regency Revival Side Chairs
Upholstery, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Picking a chair for your bedroom depends on one's design preferences and particular furniture style. If you’re looking to create a cozy vibe, then lounge or rocking chairs are the perfect choices. For the purposes of a reading nook near one’s bed — and space isn’t an issue — an armchair, a chaise longue with storage or wingback chair is a good choice. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
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