Button Ottoman
Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Wool, Wood
Late 20th Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Foam, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Ottomans and P...
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Ottomans and P...
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé
20th Century American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Chrome
2010s Footstools
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Stools
Damask
2010s Footstools
Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Armchairs
Wood, Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Stools
Leather
2010s Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Upholstery
2010s British Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Silk, Upholstery
2010s British Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
2010s English Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Rosewood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Textile, Wood
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Satin, Giltwood
1990s British Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Wool, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1960s Kenyan Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Wood
Early 20th Century French Late Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Wool, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
20th Century British Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Pine
20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Antique 1870s English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Textile
Vintage 1940s American Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Wool, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Silver Leaf
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Antique Mid-19th Century British Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Ottomans and Poufs
Antique Early 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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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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