Cobalt Chair
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Maple
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood, Plywood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Faux Fur, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Ukrainian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wool
2010s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Cement
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fiberglass
2010s Side Chairs
Velvet
2010s Moroccan Benches
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Maple
1990s German Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century European Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Fiberglass, Leather
Antique Early 1900s American Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut, Cane, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Club Chairs
Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Armchairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century Sofas
Velvet, Lucite
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs
Suede
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Art Glass, Chestnut
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Slipper Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swivel Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Space Age Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Folk Art Dining Room Chairs
2010s Moroccan Side Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1970s Club Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Expressionist Armchairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
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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.
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