Chanel Fabric Chairs
Vintage 1950s German Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1940s French Chairs
Oak
2010s Lounge Chairs
Bentwood, Lacquer, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
20th Century American Art Deco Photography
Paper
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Portuguese Baroque Tables
Wood
Antique 1880s Portuguese Baroque Tables
Wood
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Plastic
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
20th Century Books
Other
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Birch
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Club Chairs
Faux Fur
1950s Surrealist Figurative Prints
Etching
Early 20th Century Side Chairs
Wood, Velvet
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Concrete, Steel, Gold
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Vintage 1940s Argentine Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Antique 1880s Italian Empire Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Spanish Bohemian Bergere Chairs
Textile, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Spanish Bohemian Bergere Chairs
Textile, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
20th Century American Post-Modern Armchairs
Fabric
2010s English Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Silver Leaf
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Tables
Wood
Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Silver Leaf
Antique 1880s Italian Empire Chairs
Pine
Antique 1770s Italian Empire Chairs
Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vanities
Fabric, Mirror, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Cotton, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Thread, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Club Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Slipper Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary American Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
20th Century Armchairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Armchairs
Fabric, Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Chanel Fabric Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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