Carolina Seating Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Poplar
Late 20th Century Chippendale Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Maple
20th Century Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Cotton, Polyester, Mahogany, Down
2010s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Pine
Early 2000s American Modern Club Chairs
Foam, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s American Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Rosewood, Macassar
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
2010s American Bergere Chairs
Poplar, Paint
Late 20th Century French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Provincial Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Country Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Chenille
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood, Lacquer
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Fabric
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Foam
2010s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Paint, Feathers
2010s American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
2010s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
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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.
- What are rush seats on chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rush seats are chairs where the seating part is woven out of long, grass-like vegetation. After the material dries, the makers weave it to make a strong surface for sitting. Shop antique rush chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether cane chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Designs vary widely, but pieces with upholstered seats may provide plusher support. On 1stDibs, find a variety of cane chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A good seat height for an accent chair is around 16 inches. However, you should also consider the height of the other seating furniture, like a sofa or a loveseat, in your space. Generally, an accent chair's seat should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent furniture to maintain a balanced look and allow for easy conversation in seating areas. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021To cane a chair, it will cost around $50 for the sheet and materials. If your chair has holes around the edges and it is an older piece, thin cane strands can be used to recane it. A professional will charge roughly $2 per hole, resulting in a chair costing approximately $350. Find cane furniture today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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