$9,900 / item
H 55 in W 22 in D 22 in
Caquetoire Lord Chair in Gypsum & Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios
By Brent Warr
Located in Bainbridge, GA
The Caquetoire Lord Chair by Brent Warr is a sculptural reimagining of a classic form rooted in
Epoxy Resin, Fiberglass, Plaster, Hardwood, Paint
$4,400 / item
H 42 in W 20 in D 22 in
Caquetoire Dining Chair in Gypsum & Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios
By Brent Warr
Located in Bainbridge, GA
The Caquetoire Dining Chair by Brent Warr offers a refined, modern take on the historic 16th
Epoxy Resin, Fiberglass, Plaster, Hardwood, Paint
$7,700
H 40.16 in W 29.93 in D 36.62 in
"Edouard" Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Edouard” lounge chair is often described as a “caquetoire”, in other (non-French) words a
Fabric, Wood
Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair ~ Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair ~ Armchair is an intriguing design
Oak
$1,157Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 40.16 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Gothic Revival Chairs in Carved Walnut, France, circa 1890
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pair of caquetoire / side chairs in walnut with carved scroll backs, and beige and pink floral
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
$14,500 / set
H 40.36 in W 28.75 in D 35.63 in
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron "Edouard" Armchairs for Votre Maison, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Edouard” lounge chair is often described as a “caquetoire”, or a conversation chair. This type
Fabric, Oak
$3,695
H 34.26 in W 27.17 in D 24.02 in
Glasgow School Oak Armchair George Walton Style 'Abingwood' Liberty & Co
By George Walton
Located in Norwich, GB
was based on the French caquetoire (conversation chair) style, popular in Scotland in the 17th century
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 48 in W 28 in D 23 in
Pair of French Renaissance Style Elmwood Caquetoire Fauteuils, Mid-19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
turned arms in the style of a caquetoire chair, box stretchers.
Sold
H 43.71 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
Late 19th Century French Oak Caquetoire Grotesque Pan Carved Armchairs
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pair of French carved oak caquetoire armchairs, turn off the century in age. With curved backs
Oak
Pair of Italian Renaissance-Style Savonarola Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Also called Caquetoire or ‘gossip’ chairs, armchairs like these were arranged for conversational
Walnut
Sold
H 33 in W 27 in D 25 in
Antique Mahogany and Silk Upholstered George Walton Abingwood Chairs, a Pair
By George Walton
Located in Morristown, NJ
French caquetoire (conversation chair) style, popular in Scotland in the 17th century. The flattened
Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 40.16 in W 28.55 in D 36.03 in
For Megan - Alternative "Edouard" Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron in COM
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
described as a “caquetoire”, in other (non-French) words a conversation chair. This type of seating was an
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Sold
H 39.97 in W 28.55 in D 35.83 in
Armchairs with Terra Cotta Fabric by Guillerme and Chambron, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Edouard” lounge chair is often described as a “caquetoire”, in other (non-French) words a
Fabric, Oak
16th Century, Renaissance Walnut Caquetoire Chair, Circa 1570
Located in Leominster, GB
The tall narrow rectangular back with moulded panel, the horizontal or flat arms typically angled to the centre and raised on four baluster and reel turned supports, two of which ext...
Walnut
$9,377 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$78,400 / set
H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molde...
Rosewood, Fabric
$6,990 / set
H 18.5 in W 7.75 in D 6.75 in
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Ernest Sabino (large version)
By Verrerie des Hanots
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large pair of French Art Deco wall sconces were created by the French artist "Sabino" in great condition. This design came in two sizes, the large version is 18.5" high and the sma...
Nickel, Bronze
Pair of Georgian Style Stone Sphinx Garden Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Pair of reclaimed Georgian style stone sphinx garden statues. Egyptian decor had a revival in the Georgian and Regency period, this gave statues like this stunning pair a new spot in...
Stone, Composition
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$30,142 / set
H 26.38 in W 40.56 in D 35.44 in
Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort Furniture Comp...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Velvet, Rope, Plywood
$7,788 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$5,467 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage Four ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish inspired by the celebrated work of Italian designer Gio ...
Brass, Bronze
$13,865 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$5,425 / item
H 25.6 in W 23.63 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Bend Bedside Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Bend Bedside Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bend bedside table brings a harmonious balance of elegance and function...
Quartz, Marble, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Onyx, Brass
$6,390
H 26.78 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in
Gösta Jonsson Lounge Chair in Floral Fabric and Birch, Sweden, 1940s
By Gösta Jonsson
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare lounge chair was designed by Gösta Jonsson and produced in Jönköping, Sweden in the late 1940s. The beautifully curved backrest makes this a very comfortable and embracing ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch
$10,610Sale Price|20% Off
H 85.44 in W 79.14 in D 24.02 in
Large German Art Nouveau Three-Door Wardrobe in Solid Ash and Cherry Wood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This impressive Art Nouveau wardrobe was crafted in Germany around 1900. The piece is made of solid ash wood, with the door panels of the two outer sections in contrasting cherry woo...
Cherry, Ash
$4,254
H 37.41 in W 47.25 in D 11.82 in
Kruz Console Table Red by Hermhaus – Modern Designer Console Table
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Kruz Console Table by Hermhaus is a bold and sculptural piece of modern designer furniture, renowned for its striking brutalist aesthetic. Crafted with pure cubic forms and a com...
Wood
French Reconstruction Lounge Chair
By Pierre Guariche, Jean Prouvé
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Presenting a remarkable armchair from the 1950s. Inspired by the timeless designs of mid-century masters, this chair pay homage to the iconic styles of renowned designers such as Pie...
Oak
Italian Mid-Century Wingback Lounge Chair, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1950s saw brilliant Italian designers working to create furniture of the highest quality that explored truly modern shapes and innovative techniques. Designers experimented with ...
Fabric, Wood
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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