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FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINDOW CONVERSATION CHAIRs
FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINDOW CONVERSATION CHAIRs

FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINDOW CONVERSATION CHAIRs

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

made and decorative pair, they are also exceptionally comfortable, designed as conversation chairs or

Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Contemporary white marble conversation chair
Contemporary white marble conversation chair

Contemporary white marble conversation chair

Located in 1204, CH

One-of-a-kind dining table. Born in Romania in 1986, Mircea Anghel is a self-taught designer based in Portugal and the founder of Cabana Studio. From a young age, growing up in Buch...

Category

2010s Loveseats

Materials

Marble

Harvey Probber Style Hexagonal Lounge Chair with Three Cushion Back
Harvey Probber Style Hexagonal Lounge Chair with Three Cushion Back

Harvey Probber Style Hexagonal Lounge Chair with Three Cushion Back

By Harvey Probber

Located in Ferndale, MI

Interesting point of conversation chair. Hexagon shape with three cushion backrest. I purchased as

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Cordovan Leather Lounge Chairs
Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Cordovan Leather Lounge Chairs

Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Cordovan Leather Lounge Chairs

By Walter Knoll, Preben Fabricius

Located in Brooklyn, NY

(Germany, 1972). Aptly named the "Conversation Chairs" due to their thoughtful, functional design

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

Located in Topeka, KS

. Looking for a FABULOUS conversation chair? We are here for you!! This is a wonderful, vintage mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Caquetoire Dining Chair in Gypsum & Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios
Caquetoire Dining Chair in Gypsum & Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios

Caquetoire Dining Chair in Gypsum & Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios

By Brent Warr

Located in Bainbridge, GA

-century French conversation chair. A pared-down counterpart to the Lord Chair, this version features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Fiberglass, Plaster, Hardwood, Paint

"Edouard" Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1960s
"Edouard" Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1960s

"Edouard" Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1960s

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Utrecht, NL

conversation chair. This type of seating was an armchair style which emerged during the European Renaissance in

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Galleon Chair
Galleon Chair

Galleon Chair

$4,080 / item

Galleon Chair

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

A fun and original design guaranteed to start a conversation, the Galleon Chair sits on flared

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

005 Reign Chair
005 Reign Chair

005 Reign Chair

Located in Westlake Village, CA

THE REGAL SEAT FOR UNHURRIED CONVERSATION The Reign Chair evokes the timeless allure of Swedish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak, Down, Cotton, Linen

Vintage Boho Horn Chair
Vintage Boho Horn Chair

Vintage Boho Horn Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, brimming with rustic charm and eclectic sophistication. Perfect as an accent chair, a conversation starter

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Horn, Animal Skin, Upholstery

18th Century Welsh Country Lambing Chair
18th Century Welsh Country Lambing Chair

18th Century Welsh Country Lambing Chair

Located in Calgary, Alberta

would be kept warm and tended to. A wonderful agricultural farmhouse chair and conversation piece.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Greenapple Chair, Set of 4 Ellipse Chairs, Beige, Handmade in Portugal
Greenapple Chair, Set of 4 Ellipse Chairs, Beige, Handmade in Portugal

Greenapple Chair, Set of 4 Ellipse Chairs, Beige, Handmade in Portugal

By Greenapple, GF Modern

Located in Lisboa, PT

conversations. Ellipse chair Material codes WD005 Beech; dark brown stained; satin finish M100414 Beige woven

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Inspired Slipper Chair
Art Deco Inspired Slipper Chair

Art Deco Inspired Slipper Chair

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Art Deco inspired slipper chair covered in hot pink velvet feature an exposed wooden frame with a

Category

2010s American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut, Wood

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Modern Organic
Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Modern Organic

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair features a natural finish with a clear coat. It

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair
Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair

Rudolph M. Schindler, Rare Dining Chair

By Rudolph Schindler

Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA

is a unique opportunity. This chair is a conversation starter, a statement of elegance and innovation

Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design
Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

comfortable proportions and soft nestle of the Primi Personal Chair invite long conversations around the

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design
Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

comfortable proportions and soft nestle of the Primi Personal Chair invite long conversations around the

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design
Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Primi Personal Chair by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

comfortable proportions and soft nestle of the Primi Personal Chair invite long conversations around the

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

+55design Molded Leather Dining Chair – Sculptural Comfort & Timeless Craft
+55design Molded Leather Dining Chair – Sculptural Comfort & Timeless Craft

+55design Molded Leather Dining Chair – Sculptural Comfort & Timeless Craft

By Ilse Lang

Located in Jardim America, SP

dining or conversation. The chair’s refined silhouette and architectural form embody both elegance and

Category

2010s Brazilian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Burnt Finish Modern Organic
Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Burnt Finish Modern Organic

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Burnt Finish Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair features a burnt finish in order to achieve its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Dark Brown Finish Modern Organic
Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Dark Brown Finish Modern Organic

Sculptural Mango Wood Chair Dark Brown Finish Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair features a burnt finish in order to achieve its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Folks 31 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
Folks 31 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021

Folks 31 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021

By Serban Ionescu

Located in Antwerp, BE

Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture Chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation

Category

2010s Romanian Rustic Chairs

Materials

Wood

Folks 33 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
Folks 33 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021

Folks 33 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021

By Serban Ionescu

Located in Antwerp, BE

Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation

Category

2010s Romanian Rustic Chairs

Materials

Wood

Le Corbusier Cow-Hide Chairs by Cassina, Italy, 1965 - Signed and Numbered
Le Corbusier Cow-Hide Chairs by Cassina, Italy, 1965 - Signed and Numbered

Le Corbusier Cow-Hide Chairs by Cassina, Italy, 1965 - Signed and Numbered

By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina

Located in Phoenix, AZ

be relaxing and to foster conversation. The chair’s LC-Y leather and trivalent chromium plating hold

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Regency Lounge Chair
Hollywood Regency Lounge Chair

Hollywood Regency Lounge Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

Lounge chair covered in Michelle Nussbaumer custom designed fabric Outside back in contrasting

Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Knitting Lounge Chair by Audo Copenhagen
Knitting Lounge Chair by Audo Copenhagen

Knitting Lounge Chair by Audo Copenhagen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Atlanta, GA

, conversation-sparking silhouette. The Knitting Chair is useful for everything from small restaurant spaces and

Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs

Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

with tapered wooden legs. The uniquely shaped chairs are sure to be a conversation starter. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

with tapered wooden legs. The uniquely shaped chairs are sure to be a conversation starter. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs
Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs

Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

These chairs do not ask to be noticed. They assume you already have. A 19th century English pair

Category

Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair was crafted from a single block of mango wood and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Stainless Steel for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Black Steel for Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Black Steel for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Black Ash Black Steel for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fritz Hansen Style Danish Lounge Wing Chair in Faux Shearling Bouclé
Fritz Hansen Style Danish Lounge Wing Chair in Faux Shearling Bouclé

Fritz Hansen Style Danish Lounge Wing Chair in Faux Shearling Bouclé

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Stamford, CT

an ideal chair for conversation, a drink, or a quiet moment within a room. In-Depth: Danish design

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Beech

Danish Modern Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs by Hans C. Andersen
Danish Modern Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs by Hans C. Andersen

Danish Modern Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs by Hans C. Andersen

By Hans C. Andersen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

as both functional seating and conversation-worthy art pieces. Each chair bears the original Gunnar

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Lounge Chair
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Lounge Chair

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Lounge Chair

By Göte Möbler Nässjö

Located in Weesp, NL

, whether you're unwinding after a long day or engaging in lively conversations. This chair doesn't just

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood
Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Mango Wood

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

space. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair was crafted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Forest Lounge Chair with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio
Forest Lounge Chair with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio

Forest Lounge Chair with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio

By Scarlet Splendour, MARCANTONIO

Located in Kolkata, IN

Forest lounge chair with brass inlay by Marcantonio, is a luxurious, pop chair, a conversation

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic
Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

space. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair was crafted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Steel Base Brown 0386 Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Steel Base Brown 0386 Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Walnut Steel Base Brown 0386 Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ames Customizable Cartagenas Reina Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Ames Customizable Cartagenas Reina Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner

Ames Customizable Cartagenas Reina Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

enticing setting for engaged conversations’, he adds. The chair's name, Reina (Spanish for 'queen'), is

Category

2010s Colombian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Post-Modern 1990s Wood & Aluminum Modern Cantilever Z-Frame Chair
Post-Modern 1990s Wood & Aluminum Modern Cantilever Z-Frame Chair

Post-Modern 1990s Wood & Aluminum Modern Cantilever Z-Frame Chair

Located in San Carlos, CA

Why You’ll Love It: Whether you’re looking for a bold office chair, a conversation-starting lounge

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic
Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

space. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair was crafted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vladimir Kagan Acrylic Barrel Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin, A Pair, 1970
Vladimir Kagan Acrylic Barrel Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin, A Pair, 1970

Vladimir Kagan Acrylic Barrel Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin, A Pair, 1970

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

glamazon, who transformed them into sumptuous, low-slung lounge chairs perfect for conversation, cocktails

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Acrylic

Pair of Eugen Schmidt Swivel Lounge Chairs for Soloform, Germany, 1960
Pair of Eugen Schmidt Swivel Lounge Chairs for Soloform, Germany, 1960

Pair of Eugen Schmidt Swivel Lounge Chairs for Soloform, Germany, 1960

By Eugen Schmidt

Located in Almelo, NL

conversation-starting appeal. Dimensions (per chair): Height: 92 cm (36.22 in.) Width: 71 cm (27.95 in

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

19th C. Wicker Tete-a-Tete Chair with Intricate Caned Backs in Natural Finish
19th C. Wicker Tete-a-Tete Chair with Intricate Caned Backs in Natural Finish

19th C. Wicker Tete-a-Tete Chair with Intricate Caned Backs in Natural Finish

By Wakefield Rattan Company

Located in Nashua, NH

A very rare wicker conversation chair also known as a Tete-a-Tete .This side by side chair is woven

Category

Antique 1890s American Edwardian Settees

Materials

Wood, Cane, Wicker

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Steel Base Dark Sand 220 Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Steel Base Dark Sand 220 Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjaerholm PK23 Chair Lacquered Oak Steel Base Dark Sand 220 Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in New York, NY

sketches until recently. Characterised by its wide, low-profile form tailored for relaxed conversations

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic, Burnt Finish
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic, Burnt Finish

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic, Burnt Finish

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

and versatile piece certain to invoke conversation. This chair was crafted from a single block of suar

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Folding Chair with Woven Fabric Seat, c. 1900
Antique Chinese Folding Chair with Woven Fabric Seat, c. 1900

Antique Chinese Folding Chair with Woven Fabric Seat, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

certain to invoke conversation. Folding chairs such as these are relatively hard to come by. The chair

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Other Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Vintage Machine Age, McKay Craft Cantilevered Leather Sling Lounge Chairs
Vintage Machine Age, McKay Craft Cantilevered Leather Sling Lounge Chairs

Vintage Machine Age, McKay Craft Cantilevered Leather Sling Lounge Chairs

By Salvatore Bevelacqua, McKay Furniture Corp.

Located in Portland, OR

conversation or even knitting. These chairs are rare especially in this condition and are some of the highest

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Iron

Poul Kjærholm 'PK23' Walnut and Brushed Steel Chair for Fritz Hansen
Poul Kjærholm 'PK23' Walnut and Brushed Steel Chair for Fritz Hansen

Poul Kjærholm 'PK23' Walnut and Brushed Steel Chair for Fritz Hansen

By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen

Located in Glendale, CA

tailored for relaxed conversations, the chair features vertically divided laminated veneer shells for both

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Conversation Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of conversation chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all conversation chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 229 antique and vintage conversation chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 61 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of conversation chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Conversation chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made conversation chairs over the years, but those made by Lionel Jadot, Fritz Hansen and Arne Jacobsen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Conversation Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,137, while they’re typically $144 on the low end and $184,000 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Conversation Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A courting chair is a type of seating that enables two people to sit near each other without touching. Most designs feature two connected armchairs positioned facing one another and originated from 19th-century France. You will sometimes see courting chairs called tête-à-têtes. Find a large selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.