$7,353 / item
Cuban Brown Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
With vintage style Cuba brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished with brass nailhead trim. Dimensions: 57" W x 57" D x 39" ...
Leather
19th Century French Mahogany Armchair with Coral Striped Damask
Located in Queens, NY
French Restoration mahogany armchair having a rectangular headrest topped by a tapering gadrooned crest, upturned scroll arms with acanthus embellishments, upholstered back and seat ...
Fabric, Wood, Upholstery
19th Century French Louis XV Style Silver Gilt Bench
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful silver bench has been taken down to the frame and professionally upholstered in hot pink nubby "Chanel" type fabric with brass nailhead trim.
Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI Painted Footstool
Located in Carmine, TX
The upholstered seat, finished with brass nailhead trim, complements the elegant neoclassical design.
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
Baker Wing Back Chair in Holly Hunt Spice Colored Leather with Nailhead Trim
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
It features lovely antiqued brass nailhead trim. This would be the perfect chair for curling up with a good book.
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Contemporary French Style Oak Slipper Lounge Chair with Upholstered
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The generously proportioned seat is upholstered in charcoal velvet accented with antique brass nailhead trim. Raised on tapered front legs with elegant sabre rear legs, the chair com...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Ottomans Newly Upholstered in Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each features a newly upholstered linen cushion with brass nailhead trim, raised on richly carved giltwood legs joined by decorative carved stretchers.
Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood
Italian Early 19th Century Footstool in Vintage Scalamandré Cheetah Velvet
Located in Tampa, FL
Finished with antique brass nailhead trim, the combination of old world craftsmanship and legendary textile design creates a piece with timeless appeal and undeniable personality.
Textile, Wood
Early 20th Century Barley Twist Leather Upholstered Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
The seat is upholstered in rich leather, its deep hue lending warmth and sophistication. Intricate nailhead trim elevates the piece, featuring a striking pattern of large round brass...
Leather, Wood
$2,755 / item
Classic Tufted Love Seat
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic tufted two-seat sofa with a bicast bonded chocolate-colored vintage style leather upholstery, with a tufted cushion backrest, and sides with two cushions on square tapered ...
Faux Leather, Wood
1960's Mid-Century Modern Leather & Brass Studs Swivel Executive Armchair
By Monteverdi-Young, Barnard & Simonds
Located in Burbank, CA
It has the original tan leather upholstery with brass nailhead trims. The seat has seen better days.
Brass
Set of Four Henry II Style Upholstered Dining Chairs in Red Wool Plaid
Located in Morristown, NJ
Set of four English country style dining or side chairs, upholstered in a red wool plaid fabric with brass nailhead trim. The chairs feature turned front legs, block-and-turned stret...
Metal
18th Century Portuguese Carved Walnut Chair with Embossed Leather & Brass Nails
Located in Dallas, TX
It features a wide and deep seat and the tall arched back dressed with brass finials. The chair is dressed with the original embossed leather, with floral and foliage motif, and comp...
Brass
Early 1900s Walnut Queen Anne Bench With Claw and Ball Feet
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Recently reupholstered in an antiqued green velvet, the seat offers a rich contrast to the warm walnut frame and is finished with brass nailhead trim for a tailored presentation.
Velvet, Walnut
$7,353 / item
Four-Sided Lobby Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
With vintage style brown tufted leather upholstered backrests and seats, raised on turned mahogany feet and finished with brass nailhead trim. Dimensions: 57" W x 57" D x 39" H S...
Leather
Pair of Liberty of London English Arts & Crafts Beige Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Arts and Crafts high back armchairs with shaped backrest, evenly spaced centered vertical slat supports, flattened arms, beige upholstered seat in a checkerboard stri...
Fabric, Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI Painted Walnut Arm Chairs - Set of 2
Located in Carmine, TX
Newly upholstered in a classic striped fabric with brass nailhead trim, these timeless French armchairs offer both refined style and exceptional craftsmanship. ( Fabric is not ripped...
Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
Leathercraft Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Oakwood, GA
., Conover, North Carolina manufacture Genuine burgundy leather upholstery Classic Chesterfield design Deep diamond-button tufted back and rolled arms Three loose seat cushions Brass...
Leather, Wood
$2,141 / item
French 18th Century Style Leather Settee
Located in Westwood, NJ
The warm tones of brown traditional leather paired with large brass nailhead decorations create a striking visual appeal.
Leather, Wood
Pair of Oversized Tufted Leather Wingback Chairs, Georgian, Finest Quality
Located in Stamford, CT
Fully button back tufted with brass nailhead design these Fine chairs leave nothing to the imagination as they abound in quality and style.
Leather
$4,548 / item
Louis XVI Style Bergère
Located in Westwood, NJ
This version is shown in 6247-83 fabric with self welts and finished in a deep Espresso base. Old Brass nailheads add a vintage accent that highlights the frame’s rich carving and fo...
Wood
$1,550 / set
Pair Louis XV Stools in Camel Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage pair antiqued white painted wood frame benches in provincial Louis XV style with raised attached cushion covers with upholstered corner tassel buttons in a cotton velvet pil...
Metal
Spanish Colonial Style Hand Carved Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It has been reupholstered in grey rabbit fur and leather adorned with brass nailhead trim. It has hand carved legs using a chip technique with the design resembling scales.
Hardwood
Set of Six Mid-Century Swedish Dining Chairs in Pearwood, Circa 1950
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The seat, back rest of the Scandinavian side chairs are upholstered with the original faux leather, enhanced by brass nailheads. Minor losses, fading on the upholstery due to age.
Metal, Brass
French Louis XV Style Dining Chairs in Red Distressed Paint with Nailheads
Located in Wichita, KS
the chairs are covered in vintage white vinyl and finished with aged brass nailheads. they are striking as they are and could be redesigned in unlimited ways.
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
French Walnut Chaise Longue, 19th Century
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
Featuring a deep button-tufted backrest, scrolling ends, carved details, and brass nailhead trim. A timeless statement piece in very good antique condition.
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa in Burgundy
Located in Dekalb, IL
Classic tufted leather Chesterfield sofa in a deep burgundy tone with rolled arms, buttoned back, and brass nailhead trim. Raised on turned wooden bun feet, the piece embodies the en...
Leather
Set of Six Colorful Italian Leather and Brass Studded Clothes Hangers, Mid-Centu
Located in Hammarö, SE
Each hanger is handcrafted with padded leather covering and decorative brass nailhead trim, complemented by brass hooks and trouser bars.
Brass
French 19th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Stool / Upholstery Seat
Located in Carmine, TX
The round upholstered seat is finished with antique brass nailhead trim, adding timeless charm and sophistication.
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century French Fauteuils With Leather Upholstery
Located in Charlottesville, VA
The tall rectangular backs and generous seats are upholstered in brown leather trimmed with brass nailhead detail. The swept open arms terminate in carved scroll supports, well artic...
Wood
$4,089 / item
Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A leather upholstered club chair, in a vintage cigar brown aniline top-grade leather with a deep upholstered cushion backrest and seat cushion with rollover upholstered arms, finishe...
Leather
Edwardian Style Leather Armchair by Pottery Barn, Chestnut, USA, 2010
Located in Southampton, NJ
A classic leather armchair Inspired by early 1900s Edwardian furniture with elegant scooped, pleated rolled arms and brass nailhead trim. The distinctive design allows for increased ...
Brass
Vintage Tufted Leather Lounge Chair in Candy Apple Red
Located in Dekalb, IL
Striking lounge chair in bold red leather upholstery, featuring a tufted back cushion with deep buttoning and a wide, relaxed seat. The rolled arms and brass nailhead trim provide tr...
Leather
French 19th Century Empire Style Walnut Stool / Upholstery Seat
Located in Carmine, TX
The upholstered burgundy seat, accented with a decorative shell motif and antique brass nailhead trim, complements the rich wood tones beautifully.
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Leather Rolled-Arm Sofa in Green by Whittemore-Sherrill
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1990s-2000s; Whittemore-Sherrill Limited - Hickory, NC Classic rolled-arm leather sofa upholstered in rich emerald green leather with decorative brass nailhead trim and turned wo...
Brass
$3,675Sale Price|30% Off
10 Lorts Renaissance Revival Style Barley Twist Leather & Fabric Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
The chairs are upholstered with a fabric back and leather seat. Both are trimmed in brass nailheads. Each is supported by bun feet along the front with square flared legs at the re...
Brass
$3,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Four Louis Modern Custom Dining Armchairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Cabriole legs with scroll feet are finished in a distressed cream color, and antique brass nailhead trim accentuates the oval frame of the seat back.
Brass
$1,762Sale Price|25% Off
Victorian Style Polished Leather Executive Desk Chair, USA, 1970s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
The chair features a tall wingback form with deep diamond-buttoned upholstery, generously padded rolled arms and a buttoned seat. Decorative brass nailhead trim outlines the arm fron...
Brass
Set of Four French Distressed Leather Armchairs, Crocodile Style, 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These unique armchairs stand on four cabriole style legs connected by a cross bottom stretcher with finials. Brass nailhead trim detail add the perfect finishing touch.
Leather, Walnut
An 18th-Century English George III Hand-Carved Mahogany Open Armchair
Located in New York, NY
The underside is enclosed with a dust cover. The brass nailhead trim runs along the perimeter of the seat, arms, and backrest.
Upholstery, Mahogany
$965 / item
Modern Leather Arch Base Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted in rich brown leather, this ottoman is accented with small brass nailhead trim. The unique open decorative arched base makes this small stool a true conversation piece.
Leather
Pair of French 19th Century Dark Oak Louis XV St. Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Upholstered and finished with brass nailheads.
Oak
$2,144Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Four Distressed French Leather Armchairs, Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These unique armchairs stand on four cabriole style legs connected by a cross bottom stretcher with finials. Brass nailhead trim detail add the perfect finishing touch.
Walnut, Leather
$3,931 / item
Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain Vintage Havana Leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat. Finish...
Leather
$4,581 / item
Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair, Chateau Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain Chateau blue colored leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat. ...
Leather
Regency Style Mahogany Rolling Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The seat has been newly upholstered in a robins egg blue chenille fabric that perfectly compliments the richness of the mahogany. There is a brass nailhead trim on the seat that repe...
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Italian Walnut Stools with Cabriole Legs and New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
Created in Italy during the 19th century, each of this pair of walnut stools features a square top newly reupholstered with a textured neutral toned fabric secured with a brass nailh...
Brass
French 19th Century Louis XVI Walnut Stool / Upholstery Seat
Located in Carmine, TX
The generously upholstered seat is covered in a rich burgundy patterned fabric and finished with decorative brass nailhead trim. Beautifully proportioned with a warm aged patina, thi...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Four Dining Chairs in Original Patinated Cognac Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, teak, patinated cognac leather, brass, Denmark, 1950s Lovely set of four dining chairs made by an unknown Danish cabinetmaker, crafted from teak and uphol...
Brass
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Two-Seater Beechwood Canapé by Paolo Buffa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The seat backrest of the canapé is slightly reclined with slim, floating arms and resting on sculptural wooden legs, enhanced by large brass nailheads. Minor staines on the original ...
Beech
Early 19th Century French Empire Swan Neck Mahogany Daybed, Paris
Located in Astoria, NY
Newly upholstered in cream woven fabric with antique brass nailhead trim. Wear is consistent with age and use.
Fabric, Mahogany
$2,238 / set
Pair of French Provincial Antique Armchairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a serpentine top rail and front, with brass nailhead details and raised on carved cabriole legs.
Wood
$7,108 / item
Vintage Style Classic Chesterfield Sofa, Cuban Cigar
Located in Westwood, NJ
With tufted backrest and rollover arms, with two padded cushions raised on turned mahogany feet with brass casters and finished with brass nailhead trim.
Leather, Wood
$7,880 / item
Vintage Style Classic Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
With tufted backrest and rollover arms, with two padded cushions raised on turned mahogany feet with brass casters and finished with brass nailhead trim.
Leather
$5,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Louis XV Style Bergère Chairs, Carved Wood, Pale Blue Linen, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French curves, delicate floral carvings, and antique brass nailhead trim add to their refined character.
Linen, Wood, Paint
Italian Walnut High Back Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The generous seat and padded armrests are upholstered in a neutral leather, accentuated by antique brass nailhead trim that highlights the chair’s crisp lines and subtle curves.
Brass
Biedermeier 19th Century X-Form Stool with Out-Scrolling Arms and Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
Created in Austria during the 19th century, this Biedermeier walnut stool features two out-scrolling arms flanking an upholstered seat with red and grey custom cushion secured with b...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,550Sale Price|30% Off
Yale Burge Louis XV Wingback Settee
By Yale Burge
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully upholstered in its original light apricot-peach fabric in a geometric tone-on-tone texture, it is also appointed with patinated brass nailhead trim.
Fruitwood, Upholstery
Vintage Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Burgundy
Located in Dekalb, IL
Classic tufted Chesterfield sofa upholstered in burgundy leather, featuring rolled arms, deep button tufting across the back and seat, and brass nailhead trim. Compact in form, this ...
Leather
Pair of 1940s Modernist Club Chairs in Original Bone Glazed Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Ebonized mahogany arms and legs in a distinctive Y shape. Brass nailhead accents. One chair has bottom welt and one does not.
Brass
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.
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