$1,762
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 37.41 in
Sofa / Couch Chesterfield Luxury Baroque Style Design Velvet Red Alcantara Look
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Chesterfield sofa with ottoman in beautiful velvet / alkantara look.
Velvet
$5,288 / set
H 29.53 in W 102.37 in D 47.25 in
Venetian Baroque Style Fancy Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs by Silik, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with two armchairs was created by the artisans of the famous Cantù company, Silik, in the 1960s, in Venetian Baroque style, in velvet and embossed velvet, the structure is ...
Velvet, Beech
19th Century Baroque Spanish Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredible, unique, one of a kind piece made in the early 19th century Spain. Crafted out of solid walnut, features hand turned legs, beautiful walnut back panels, with wr...
Wrought Iron
$9,800
H 39.5 in W 79 in D 27.5 in
19th Century Gilded and Painted Grey Italian Sofa Pale Orange Velvet Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
Italian sofa probably Piedmontese painted with a light grey patina (original color) on a walnut frame. Flowers and vegetal carvings all around the front part of the frame. Entirely ...
Velvet, Fruitwood, Walnut
Antique Louis XV style 19th century Sofa, French
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This hand-carved and decorated wooden sofa from the mid-19th century captures timeless French elegance. Featuring a graceful curved back, intricate floral carvings in the Louis XV ta...
Velvet, Walnut
$6,201
H 48.43 in W 80.71 in D 22.84 in
Noble carved and gilded drawing room, Charles X style - 19th century.
Located in Vicenza, IT
Elegant Emilian living room in the Charles X style, an authentic example of 19th-century aristocratic furniture, consisting of a sofa, two armchairs and a coffee table. The set is di...
Wool, Velvet, Wood
$13,514
H 0.4 in W 118.12 in D 0.4 in
Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940/1950 4 armchairs are also available, in another advert
Velvet, Giltwood
Italian Baroque sofa and armchairs, 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Italian Baroque sofa and armchairs, 1970s A richly carved wood sofa set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs in Baroque style.
Velvet, Pine
$8,226 / set
H 43.31 in W 71.66 in D 29.53 in
Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful baroque seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the time. Measures sofa: Depth 75 cm,...
Velvet, Wood
$24,496
H 44.1 in W 83.08 in D 27.37 in
Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- This is an early 20th century interpretation of the infamous, sumptuously, upholstered, 17th century, couch with hinged arm rests, found at Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Kent, the ancestr...
Velvet
Price Upon Request
H 22.45 in W 26.38 in
Eva Herzigova for Givenchy, Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Her gaze is directed at the camera, addressing the viewer directly. A baroque-inspired, red velvet sofa is filling the background.
C Print
Price Upon Request
H 47.25 in W 59.06 in
Eva Herzigova for Givenchy - Red Portrait with Tattoo, Fine Art Photography 1998
By Michel Comte
Located in Vienna, AT
Her gaze is directed at the camera, addressing the viewer directly. A baroque-inspired, red velvet sofa is filling the background.
C Print
Unavailable
H 42.52 in W 70.87 in D 37.8 in
Two Seater Red Velvet Sofa with Baroque Heading by Modenese Interiors
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
If you want to create the red passsion mood and tone, look no further than this lover seat sofa. The selection of crimson Made in Italy fabric stands perfectly against the golden woo...
Marble, Gold Leaf
Unavailable
H 35.43 in W 82.68 in D 36.22 in
1980 Italian Design, Neo Barocco Velvet Sofa, Versace Style
By Versace Home Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This amazing night blue velvet couch in Versace style is enhanced with a royal blue and gold quilted facing, gilded medallions and decorations in round bump. It is adorned with bronz...
Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 38.59 in W 157.49 in D 43.31 in
Royal Blue Sofa in Exclusive Massive Wood and Blue Velvet Capitonné Upholstery
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Graceful and luscious, this sofa posies itself with the feminine curve and the visual sensory of the sumptuous dark indigo upholstered velvet. Crafted with high-quality materials and...
Gold Leaf
Unavailable
H 42.13 in W 99.41 in D 37.01 in
Golden Satin Duchess Sofa in Ivory Laquered Wood and Velvety Cream Capitonné
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Luxury and sophisticated, this three-seater luxurious sofa is showcasing varying textures and a great way to enhance the visual details of your elegant interior. The striking compone...
Gold, Gold Leaf
Pair of Neo Baroque Sofas, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of neo baroque sofas, circa 1950. Original fabric.
Velvet, Wood
Baroque Bench with Green Velvet Upholstery, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A large Baroque bench from the 18th century, supported by six elegantly curved cabriole legs. The carved apron is intricately detailed and highlighted by central shell motifs. The a...
Velvet, Softwood
Marzio Cecchi One-of-a-kind Sofa in Blue Velvet
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian glam piece, newly reupholstered blue velvet, round brass feet, Marzio Cecchi, Italy 1970s. This piece has been reupholstered in a marvelous chic dark blue velvet which works...
Brass
Sold
H 43.31 in W 129.93 in D 49.22 in
Petrol Blue Velvet Sofa attributed to Marzio Cecchi, circa 1970's, Italy
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian glam couch, newly reupholstered blue velvet, round brass feet, attributed to Marzio Cecchi, circa 1970's, Italy This piece has been reupholstered in a marvelous chic dark bl...
Brass
Sold
H 39.38 in W 72.84 in D 91.34 in
Late 19th Century Baroque Style Carved and Gilded Wood Padded Sitting Room
Located in Milano, IT
Refined capitonné velvet and satin damasked padding with fringes. Includes: Pair of armchairs (85 x 72 x 60), group of four chairs (91 x 65 x 53), corner sofa (100 x 185/232 x 65), t...
Satin, Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 100 in W 200 in D 80 in
Living Room in Baroque Style Sofa, Pair of Armchairs and Little Armchairs, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Complete lounge in Baroque style from the 60s, consisting of sofa, pair of armchairs, pair of armchairs and coffee table, upholstered in velvet in shades of green / yellow / brown, a...
Velvet, Wood
Italian 19th Century Silver Gold Gilt Baroque Settee
Located in Oregon, OR
Beautiful from every angle, this gorgeous Italian Baroque sofa has been recovered in Orchid velvet with a large feather stuffed cushion and single piping trim.
Velvet, Giltwood
19th Century Italian Heavily Hand Carved Baroque Settee Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
Early 19th century heavily hand-carved Italian Baroque pickled beige wood settee sofa. Velvet appositely.
Velvet, Wood
Double Sided Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
This leather sofa is upholstered in our high-grade Newport Toffee leather. With tightly tufted backrests and seat cushions with high-density foam, with natural finish brass nailhead ...
Leather
Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Swedish Green Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1970s. Gorgeous two and half seater buttoned Chesterfield style sofa in beautiful patinated olive green leather. Manufactured in Swe...
Leather
Rothschild Antique Chinese Ningxia Square Rug with Florals
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and originating from 18th century China, this 13x13 antique rug is extremely special for its beauty and its outstanding large size among works curated from this ...
Wool
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Italian Classical Carved Sink Basin This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble with added carved relief detail, these designs have no...
Marble
$1,190 / item
H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
$4,800
H 22.25 in W 23.25 in D 1 in
Framed Stunning Chinese Qing Dynasty Kesi Peacock Third Rank Badge
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silk civil rank badge panel beautifully framed in a gilt Baux bamboo carved wood frame circa Qing dynasty mid-19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which ...
Silk
American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...
Wool, Wood
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26" tall seat height 14".
Fabric
$5,375
H 25.99 in W 43.51 in D 28.55 in
STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare original Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch in salmon valo...
Upholstery, Wood
$4,076
H 46.86 in W 84.26 in D 24.41 in
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Chaise Longue
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian carved mahogany chaise longue having an outstanding quality mahogany shaped back with carved scrolls, flowers, leaves and grapes, scroll shaped ...
Other
$29,940Sale Price|32% Off
H 59.06 in W 70.08 in D 52.37 in
Original Sunball Chair by Gunter Ris and Ferdinand Selldorf for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Ris and Selldorf
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a fully restored original version of this 1960's iconic classic astronaut's helmet style space age outdoor swivel chair, As you can imagine, after 60 plus years, the original...
Velvet, Fiberglass
Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque
Located in London, GB
The overhanging foliate cornice above a frieze with reliefs of female and male figures surmounted by ribbon ties and flanked by foliage and laurel leaves, above two pairs of glazed d...
Ormolu
19th Century Signed Meissen Porcelain Artwork
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Roma, IT
A wonderful late 19th-Century Meissen blue onion square hand painted porcelain dish. Printed and impressed "Meissen" mark on reverse. This fine blue onion platter exhibits excellen...
Porcelain
$61,242
H 88.98 in W 70.87 in D 94.89 in
Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...
Oak
Large Pink Velvet Scalloped Sofa by The Tailored Home, Modern Design
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Scalloped sofa with striking form. Sits deep with ample single seats that can be customized. Shown in performance pink velvet and hemp brush fringe, standard with three oversized pil...
Velvet, Wood, Maple
$10,625
H 42 in W 102 in D 60 in
Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and padded arms. Features queen anne legs and tufted upholstery. Circa 1870s 102" W ...
Velvet, Walnut
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.