Curved Chesterfield
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Metal, Brass
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather
Antique 1880s English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1810s English Regency Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
20th Century Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century British Victorian Footstools
Leather
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
2010s French Chesterfield Sofas
Linen
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1910s English Chesterfield Armchairs
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1950s English Chesterfield Bergere Chairs
Leather, Beech
Early 20th Century Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s British Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Game Tables
Brass
Antique 1860s Scottish High Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique Mid-18th Century English Palladian Fireplaces and Mantels
Statuary Marble
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Silk, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1920s British Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Teak
1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
2010s Danish Lounge Chairs
Textile
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Sectional Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century British Settees
Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools
Leather, Mahogany
1990s Italian Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Chesterfield Benches
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Footstools
Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1920s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Sofas
Leather, Oak
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Sofas
Oak, Leather, Mahogany
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A genuine Chesterfield sofa has layers of padding, which is wrapped in horsehair. Also, look for imperfections in the leather. Chesterfields are made with leather, as opposed to synthetic material. Shop a selection of Chesterfield sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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