Black Lacquered Chairs
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Armchairs
Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Mahogany, Lacquer, Leather
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Chairs
Lacquer
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Chairs
Lacquer
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fruitwood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Slipper Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer
Copper, Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Chairs
Lacquer
20th Century Modern Chairs
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1940s Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
2010s Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Fabric, Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Natural Fiber, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chairs
Giltwood, Lacquer
Antique 17th Century Italian Empire Chairs
Hardwood, Cane
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Chairs
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chairs
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Chairs
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Space Age Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
2010s American Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary European Bauhaus Chairs
Hardwood
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs
Brass
2010s American Chairs
Upholstery, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Though you can't exactly refinish black lacquer furniture, you can repaint it. As long as you prep the furniture with a primer, you should easily be able to repaint.
- What is Chinese black lacquer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Chinese black lacquer is a resin sourced from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum (formerly Rhus verniciflua) tree that grows throughout East Asia. Artisans produce decorative objects entirely from the substance or use it as a finish for wood and other materials. Find a selection of Chinese black lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lacquerware items are finished with a sap that comes from the lacquer tree. This finish is prone to degradation, especially if exposed to sun and water, and age will take its toll as well. To clean lacquerware items, wet a lint-free cloth and wring as much water out as you can, then wipe the item. Finish by drying it with a soft lint-free cloth. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese lacquerware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To shine lacquer furniture, spray a tiny amount of solvent-based furniture cleaner and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure that you choose a product specifically labeled as safe for lacquered finishes. Shop a collection of lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix Japanese black lacquer, take it to a furniture repair shop that has previously worked with the material. Lacquer is very delicate. Attempting to fix a piece on your own could cause further damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Japanese black lacquer.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.
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