Boucle Cocktail Chairs
20th Century Italian Club Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Wool
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Wingback Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bouclé, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Gold Leaf, Iron
1990s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Onyx, Marble, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Bouclé, Oak
Late 20th Century German Modern Armchairs
Aluminum, Chrome
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Bouclé, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Elm
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Cherry
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Beech
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Hardwood, Bouclé
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century German Modern Armchairs
Aluminum, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Bouclé, Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Elm
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Ash
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Beech, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Beech, Bentwood
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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.
- What is a boucle accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
- What is a cocktail chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024A cocktail chair is a type of seating used in living rooms, parlors and similar spaces. Often designed with comfort in mind, cocktail chairs typically feature cushioned upholstery. While providing inviting places to sit, the chairs also add to the overall look of a seating area. You may sometimes see cocktail chairs referred to as accent chairs. Shop a large collection of cocktail chairs on 1stDibs.
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