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Vintage 4 Pc August Brandt Ranch Oak Rustic Sectional Sofa & Lounge Arm Chair
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
trickling onto the market today. Both the older and much newer pieces made for dining room, living room
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Paul McCobb Chest from the Irwin Collection for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
this a statement piece in any room setting . Topped with special order thick white glass the chest is a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Kennedy for Harrods Military Campaign Three Drawer Chest with Brass Corners
By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A 20th century Kennedy For Harrods Military Campaign Three Drawer Chest with Brass Corners & Flush
Category

Vintage 1950s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Kennedy for Harrods Military Campaign Four Drawer Chest with Brass Corners
By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A 20th Century Kennedy For Harrods Military Campaign four drawer chest with brass corners, tooled
Category

Vintage 1950s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Decorative Chest of Drawers, English, Drawing Room, Georgian Revival
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative chest of drawers. An English, mahogany and walnut drawing room storage
Category

Late 20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Kai Kristiansen Storage Chest Trunk for Aksel Kjersgaard
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Storage trunk by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, c.1960s, Denmark. The teak chest features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Large and Tall Country Style Kitchen or Dining Room Server Chest
Located in Sheffield, MA
room storage and an addition as a work surface. Antiqued iron metal draw and door pulls. Kitchen chest
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Semi Antique Figured Wood Secretary Chest On Chest for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The classic lines with a cornice on top and canted corners with ribbed supports. The upper chest
Category

Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modernist Mahogany Chest on Chest by Wesley Griffin for Gibbard
By Wesley T. Griffin, Gibbard Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
Commodious bedroom dresser in the form of a chest on chest from the Modern line of Canadian
Category

Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Charlotte Perriand Chest for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pine bedside cupboard by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs. One pull out drawer. One door which opens to a shelf with two spaces for storage. Made of solid pine, circa 1960. Good origi...
Category

Vintage 1960s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Charlotte Perriand Chest for Les Arcs
Charlotte Perriand Chest for Les Arcs
H 27.75 in W 20 in D 18 in
Arthur Umanoff Miniature Chest box
By Arthur Umanoff, The Elton Company, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
jewelry. Very elegant. Wonderful Arthur Umanoff chest. Model 944167.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Arthur Umanoff Miniature Chest box
Arthur Umanoff Miniature Chest box
H 9 in W 17.75 in D 14.5 in
Arne Vodder Teak Chest for Sibast Møbelfabrik
By Arne Vodder
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960 We offer this Arne Vodder teak chest for Sibast Møbelfabrik is in very good condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Teak Chest for Sibast Møbelfabrik
Arne Vodder Teak Chest for Sibast Møbelfabrik
H 30.32 in W 36.23 in D 17.72 in
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Dresser Bachelors Chest
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated tailored design three drawer chest designed by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Paul Frankl For Brown Saltman Chest Dresser
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern chest of drawers designed by Paul Frankl and made by Brown Saltman. An oak
Category

Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Large Trunk- Chest - Gothic oak from the 16th century - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large solid oak chest from the 16th century Gothic period Very pretty French, Norman work
Category

Antique 16th Century French Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Claudio Salocchi chest of drawers for Sormani 1960s
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Nijlen, VAN
is a nice example of elegant italian desgin but also functional. You can use it as an normal chest of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pine chest of drawers by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs. 4 pull out drawers. Made of solid pine
Category

Vintage 1960s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pine chest of drawers by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs. 4 pull out drawers. Made of solid pine
Category

Vintage 1960s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Chest of Drawers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chest of drawers designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The cabinet 5 drawers, the top
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of Drawers by Ico Parisi for MIM
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in New York, NY
Rosewood, aluminum, brass. Chest of drawers from the Taormina line for MIM. 4 drawers with hidden
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Chest of Drawers by Ico Parisi for MIM
Chest of Drawers by Ico Parisi for MIM
H 34.5 in W 31.5 in D 17.75 in
Chest of Drawers by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This beautiful chest of drawers was designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform in the late 1950s. It
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bubinga

Chest of Drawers by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform
Chest of Drawers by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Rolf Middleboe for Tranekær Pine Parquetry Chest, 1970's
By Tranekær Furniture, Rolf Middelboe
Located in Norwalk, CT
it in a bedroom, study, or living space, the Rolf Middleboe Chest promises to be more than just a
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Chest of Drawers from the White Star Line
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mahogany chest of drawers with slim ebonized trim and round metal handles from the infamous White
Category

Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

English Chippendale Style Chest, Ca. 1770-90 For Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
18th Century Chippendale four drawer Chest for restoration. Mahogany chest of drawers having a fine
Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small teak chest of drawers from the 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian vintage cabinet with three drawers. This piece of modern antique furniture is characterized by the essential lines and careful details typical of Nordic design. It cons...
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Small teak chest of drawers from the 1960s
Small teak chest of drawers from the 1960s
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Large Carved Oak Mule Chest, Green Man Marriage Chest
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Carved Oak Mule Chest, Green Man Marriage Chest This is a profusely carved Marriage chest
Category

Antique 18th Century Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Antique English Flame Mahogany Chest Of Drawers for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic chest of drawers, the top with a carved edge over a slim slide pull lined in green felt
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Wunderbrust, Chest of Wonders Leather and Wood Chest-Ottoman
By DOC, Matteo Cibic
Located in Roma, IT
and traditional wooden chest, Cibic developed his own very personal interpretation. The result is a
Category

2010s Italian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Leather

Vintage Jacobean Style English Oak Linen Trunk or Chest for Clothes Toys Etc
Located in GB
style English oak trunk or chest. A very good looking and well-made piece, ideally suited for folded
Category

20th Century English Jacobean Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Chippendale Blanket Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A great example of a large Pine six board 18th century Chippendale blanket chest. This piece has an
Category

Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Chippendale Blanket Chest
Chippendale Blanket Chest
H 29 in W 50 in D 23 in
18th C. Figured Wood Chest Of Drawers for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
With book matched plank constructed top with wide pieced banding and pieced rounded top edge. Two short over three long drawers all with cross banding. and brass bales. The carved ba...
Category

Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Fuirniture Co. dresser or chest of drawers in dark stained
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1970s Michael Taylor For Henredon Asian Modern Credenza / Chest
By Michael Taylor
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a walnut credenza with Ming styling designed by Michael Taylor for Henredon. It is in very good condition. The piece is marked, and the drawers have dovetail construction. ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Ming Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Small Louvered Chest of Drawers
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Small chest of drawers, consisting of louvered walnut fronts and mahogany case. Five drawers total
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 3 Drawer Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of American classical modern chests of drawers designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Diminutive Metal Bachelors Chest by Bel Geddes for Simmons
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated Art Deco, Machine Age bachelors chest designed by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Teak 6 Drawer chest by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder
By Odder Furniture, Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A stylish and useful piece by Aksel Kjersgaard, looks good enough for a lounge, and has enough storage for the bedroom. Wherever you choose it is great quality and is in great condit...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Inlaid Chest on Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This English mahogany chest on chest has its original hardware that has been highlighted and
Category

Antique 1780s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Inlaid Chest on Chest
Inlaid Chest on Chest
H 70 in W 44 in D 25 in
Umberto Asnago for Giorgetti, Postmodern Italian chest of drawers
By Umberto Asnago, Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Milano, IT
In the mesmerizing world of Italian design, the 1980s witnessed the birth of a legend - Umberto Asnago, a master of creativity and innovation. From the heart of Italy emerged an ethe...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Camphor wood campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Antique camphorwood campaign chest This Antique camphorwood campaign chest was made circa 1840
Category

Antique 1840s English Campaign Blanket Chests

Materials

Hardwood

Camphor wood campaign chest
Camphor wood campaign chest
H 20.5 in W 41.5 in D 18 in
Grand Antique French Bombé Chest With Marble Top for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Classic French Bombé Two-Over-Two Chest in handsome Cherry Finish and having large Dramatic
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Chest Vanity Europe 19th Century Mahogany Brass The Netherlands
Located in New York, NY
Chest Vanity Europe 19th Century Mahogany Brass Netherlands. A vanity chest made during the 19th
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Contemporary Leather Chest of drawers Scala, Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara
By Stephane Parmentier
Located in Warsaw, PL
Two drawers chest of drawers / nightstand by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara. The object
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Leather

Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s This is a description of a pine
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

David N Ebner NY "The Onion Chest" 3/5
By David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
David Ebner's iconic onion chest. Chiseled red oak with bleached and painted green details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Commodes and C...

Materials

Wood

Sublime Holland MacRae for Lee Jofa Chatsworth Concave Mahogany Chest
By Lee Jofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Holland MacRae Chatsworth mahogany chest of drawers for Lee Jofa is a stunning piece of artistry
Category

Early 2000s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Palisander beside chest by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler
By Niels Clausen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A rare beside chest of drawers designed by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler. Made in Denmark, 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Hamburg, PA
A gorgeous rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1950s. This Scandinavian Modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Painted Hope Chest, Blanket Box or Dowry Chest, circa 1840
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted hope chest with images of a rooster, a hen, a dog and a hare. There are stylized "tree of
Category

Antique 19th Century Latvian Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Important French Renaissance Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
IMPORTANT FRENCH RENAISSANCE CHEST ORIGIN : BURGUNDY, FRANCE PERIOD : 16th CENTURY, 2nd
Category

Antique 16th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Important French Renaissance Chest
Important French Renaissance Chest
H 33.47 in W 66.93 in D 26.78 in
19th century blanket chest
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
magnificent patina for this chest, all the ironwork was made by hand, the top of the chest shows
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Campaign Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

19th century blanket chest
19th century blanket chest
H 33.47 in W 58.27 in D 25.6 in
Leonardo Fiori for ISA Bergamo Chest of Drawers in Wenge
By ISA Bergamo, Leonardo Fiori
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Leonardo Fiori for ISA Bergamo, chest of drawers, wengé, metal, Italy, 1950s This well-designed
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Antique Workman's Chest, English, Pine Tool Chest, Coffee Table, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique workman's chest. An English, pine tool chest or coffee table, dating to the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of Drawers
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in London, GB
Made in the United States in middle of the 20th century, this pair of chests are a design classic
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

French Turn of the Century Wood Navy Chest with Brass Hardware
Located in Dallas, TX
living room.
Category

20th Century French Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Fabio Lenci for Bernini Wood and Steel Chest of Drawers
By Fabio Lenci, Bernini
Located in Madrid, ES
Chest of drawers/dressing table made of two adjustable compartments hinged together, which can be
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

English Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This 18th century chest retains its original hardware, ogee feet, and crown moldings. The upper
Category

Antique 1770s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Chest on Chest
English Mahogany Chest on Chest
H 74 in W 27 in D 25 in
19th Century Seaman's Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good 19th century sailor's chest in richly patinated teak, the top opening to reveal a candle till
Category

Antique 1830s English Campaign Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

19th Century Seaman's Chest
19th Century Seaman's Chest
H 17.5 in W 38.5 in D 19 in
Mid Century Dresser Chest of Drawers by Loughborough Furniture for Heals
Located in Leicester, GB
small brass knobs. A simple, elegant addition to any room. The vintage chest of drawers is in great
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Gothic Linenfold Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Gothic walnut chest, with an exceptional patina, is a good example of furniture intended to be
Category

Antique 16th Century French Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

French Gothic Linenfold Chest
French Gothic Linenfold Chest
H 25.99 in W 76.78 in D 25.2 in
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Chests For The Living Room For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chests for the living room for your home. Each chests for the living room for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 13556 options for an antique or vintage chests for the living room now, or shop our selection of 804 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chests for the living room — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chests for the living room is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Georgian and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Paul McCobb, Kai Kristiansen and George Nelson each produced at least one beautiful chests for the living room that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chests For The Living Room?

Prices for a chests for the living room start at $1 and top out at $585,438 with the average selling for $3,573.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Chests For The Living Room
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A living room suite is a set of furniture pieces for the living room. It usually consists of a sofa with two or more matching chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room suites on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Living room sets are comprised of several pieces including sofas, loveseats, end tables, coffee tables, and lamps.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In a living room, a console is a type of table. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Shop a selection of console tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Both living rooms and family rooms are gathering spaces, but the former tend to be more formal, often used for entertaining company, while the latter tend to be more relaxed and kid-friendly.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How tall a sideboard should be in a living room varies. Most sideboards are 34 to 36 inches tall. If you're using a sideboard as a television stand, the sideboard should be tall enough to allow the center of the television screen to be at eye level. Otherwise, you can typically choose any size sideboard. Shop a range of sideboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    For a living room, there are many types of chairs that can qualify as “comfortable” depending on individual preferences. When choosing a comfortable chair, consider the seat, which supports your weight, the back, which provides lumbar support, and the arms, which are especially important if you use the chair for long hours. Comfortable chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best living room furniture is a matter of personal preference. Depending on your needs, you can choose from a variety of furniture types such as sofas, tables, cabinets and so on. Consider the furniture style / origin of the furniture’s design, the space you are working with, and color of the upholstery as well as your specific needs in order to find the best set of furniture for your budget. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room furniture on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether your lamps should match in your living room is a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to use matching lamps to tie a room together, while others like to mix and match to liven up spaces and benefit from different types of lighting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, a chaise lounge can be used in a living room, provided you have enough space for one. In fact, many people like to be able to stretch out and relax on one while enjoying conversation, reading or watching television in their seating areas. On 1stDibs, find a variety of chaise lounges.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best furniture for a small living room depends on the actual size of the room. It’s possible to create a warm and welcoming living room even if it’s modest in size. Experts say that when shopping for living room furniture, you should establish a focal point for the space and then arrange your furniture around it. Make sure guests have enough room to navigate around the furniture. Measure your space carefully when buying what can be the most expensive components: your sofa and chairs. On 1stDibs, you can find a diverse range of plush furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no single best shape of sofa for a living room. To decide which shape is right for your space, consider the layout and the overall style of the room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    At 1stdibs, living room sets cost between $234 and $137,177.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    What kind of chairs you put in a living room is up to you. Many people furnish living rooms with accent chairs, which are crafted with both comfort and style in mind. If you have a desk in your living room, you may want to place a stationary or rolling desk chair in front of it. Since there are no rules for decorating, you're free to use dining chairs, benches and stools for living room seating. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To choose an accent chair for a living room, first measure the floor space available for your chair and the height of the seats of the other furniture in the room. You'll generally want to select a chair that will fit your floor plan and has a seat height that is no more than 4 inches taller or shorter than the other furnishings in the seating area. Next, consider the style and color scheme of your room, looking for chairs that will match. Once you have narrowed down the options, compare materials and prices to select the chair that will suit your preferences, coordinate with the rest of your space and fit your budget. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What big living room chairs are called depends on their style. A chair that has an integrated footrest is a lounge chair or a chaise longue, while one with a tall back that curves in at the top is a wingback chair. Chairs that feature footrests that raise and lower with the touch of a button or pull of a lever are recliners. A chair-and-a-half is an extra-wide living room chair with a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of living room chairs.
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