Cane Backed Sofas
20th Century Unknown Sectional Sofas
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Cane
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Sofas
Cane, Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cotton, Cane, Foam, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Cane, Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Cane, Walnut, Upholstery
20th Century French Sofas
Chenille, Cane, Wood, Down
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cane, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cane, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Cane, Wood, Teak
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Cane, Mahogany, Leather
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Sofas
Cane, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Linen, Hemp, Cane, Wood, Down
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Cane, Foam, Wood, Teak
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cane, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Linen, Cane, Wood
Antique 1840s Indian Regency Sofas
Cane, Rosewood
20th Century Organic Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Grasscloth, Cane, Raffia, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Cane, Ash
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Louis XIV Sofas
Linen, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric, Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Sofas
Beech
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Sofas
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century North American Victorian Settees
Wicker, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Velvet, Cane, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Cuban Regency Settees
Cane, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Settees
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Cane, Mahogany
20th Century American Organic Modern Settees
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Settees
Ebony
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chaise Longues
Cane, Bentwood
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches
Cane, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cane, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Benches
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Antique 1750s Italian Baroque Canapes
Wood
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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