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21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Gold, Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Slipper Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Indian Bergere Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1980s North American Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass
2010s Portuguese Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Rope, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
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Cocobolo
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Floor Lamps
Brass, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Metal
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s Swedish Side Tables
Oak
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Composition
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Onyx
2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs
Rattan, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Side Tables
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Velvet
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Mirrors an...
Brass
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Teak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Armchairs
Antique Mid-18th Century George II Armchairs
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Armchairs
Mahogany
20th Century Danish Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Indian Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
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Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Bergere Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
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Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Brass
Antique Early 1800s English George III Painted Furniture
Cane, Paint, Satinwood
2010s American Desks and Writing Tables
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century British George II Armchairs
Damask, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Living Room Sets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Floor Lamps
Brass, Nickel
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Armchairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Indian Corner Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Corner Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Ming Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Rope, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs
Antique Late 18th Century British Chippendale Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Swedish Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs
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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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