Black Wooden Chair
1990s Austrian Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s German Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s German Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cord, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Plastic, Wood
Antique 18th Century Chairs
Leather
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Early 2000s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
20th Century Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wool
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wool
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Velvet, Wood
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Polish Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Chairs
Straw, Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s German Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s German Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Spanish Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Bauhaus Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Stools
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Armchairs
Copper
Vintage 1980s American Armchairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Swedish Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Armchairs
Metal
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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 ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.
- Are wooden high chairs safe?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique wooden high chairs look nice and are a fun idea, they are not often the safest choice of seating for babies. Old fashioned wooden high chairs that feature removable wooden trays or arms don't typically meet modern safety standards. Parents must be cautious if they wish to use these chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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