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2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
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2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
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2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s Spanish Futurist Lounge Chairs
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2010s American Modern Chairs
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2010s American Modern Chairs
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2010s Modern Chairs
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2010s American Modern Chairs
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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Chairs
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
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2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
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2010s American Modern Side Chairs
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2010s American Modern Side Chairs
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Victorian Lounge Chairs
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
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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 is a big chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A big chair is also called a chair-and-a-half. It is larger than a regular chair but not as wide as a loveseat. Find a wide range of oversized antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether the Little Petra chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However Viggo Boesen designed the chair to conform to the curves of the body in order to deliver optimal support. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Little Petra chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Big circle chairs are called papasan chairs, bowl chairs, or moon chairs. They are bowl shaped and can adjust the angle and even fit two people.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Big, round chairs are called Papasan chairs. They feature angled bowl-shaped basket seats and round bases. For comfort, the chairs have thick, tufted cushions. You'll find a collection of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What 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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