Chair With Reading Arm
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Armchairs
Brass
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Silver, Brass
Late 20th Century American Swivel Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood
Antique 1810s English Regency Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Velvet
2010s European Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Maple
Late 20th Century Unknown Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Vintage 1930s Unknown American Empire Club Chairs
Wood, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Club Chairs
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1980s Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Leather, Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Upholstery
2010s Canadian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Ash
2010s South African Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Teak
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1980s European Chesterfield Lounge Chairs
Lacquer, Wood, Polyester, Foam, Upholstery, Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Walnut
Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Club Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1970s Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cowhide, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s German Modern Swivel Chairs
Suede
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Club Chairs
Lacquer, Leather
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
1990s Country Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
20th Century Baroque Wingback Chairs
Bronze
Vintage 1980s Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Jacobean Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1980s Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1940s Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Cane, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Ash, Oak, Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
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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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
- What makes a good reading chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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