Brunschwig Fabric
Early 2000s American American Classical Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1990s North American Napoleon III Curtains and Valances
Satin, Silk
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Textile, Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
2010s North American Pillows and Throws
Textile, Cotton
1990s Unknown Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Unknown Napoleon III Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Club Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 2000s North American Pillows and Throws
Textile
2010s American Pillows and Throws
Textile, Linen
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Textile
2010s American Pillows and Throws
Cotton
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Recent Sales
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rattan
20th Century Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American American Classical Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Mid-20th Century American Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Paintings
Canvas, Fabric
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Beech
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Benches
Antique 19th Century Italian Gustavian Bergere Chairs
Wood, Giltwood
20th Century Armchairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Silk, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Beech
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Brass
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Sofas
Cane, Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Curtains and Valances
Fabric, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Curtains and Valances
Fabric, Cotton
Late 20th Century American Regency Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Benches
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s American Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s English Post-Modern Curtains and Valances
Textile, Cotton
20th Century Armchairs
Early 2000s American Sofas
Fabric
20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Upholstery, Fruitwood
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Hepplewhite Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century American End Tables
Antique 19th Century Settees
Vintage 1970s American Pillows and Throws
Silk, Down
Late 20th Century Unknown Jacobean Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
Late 20th Century American Chaise Longues
Rattan, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Modern Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet
Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer
20th Century American Books
Paper
20th Century American Regency Sofas
Fabric
1990s French Anglo-Indian Curtains and Valances
Cotton
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
20th Century American Benches
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Curtains and Valances
Fabric, Cotton
Late 20th Century American Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Sheraton Settees
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chairs
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Benches
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Pillows and Throws
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
1990s American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
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Late 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Fabric, Fruitwood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Metal, Copper
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Amethyst, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Napoleon III Sofas
Velvet, Wood
2010s Italian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Alabaster
20th Century Portuguese Modern Dinner Plates
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Stools
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Silk, Velvet, Down
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s French Directoire Dining Room Tables
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Vases
Metal
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Brunschwig Fabric For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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