Curved Seat
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Wood, Fruitwood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Wood, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Wood, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Wood, Fruitwood
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
20th Century Stools
Elm
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Egyptian Revival Stools
Wood
20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs
Wood
20th Century Stools
Elm
20th Century Stools
Elm
Early 20th Century English Stools
Brass
20th Century Stools
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Other Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Wood
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century European Arts and Crafts Stools
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Beech
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Elm
Vintage 1980s Italian Canapes
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Elm
Vintage 1960s Benches
Metal, Brass
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century British Egyptian Revival Footstools
Bamboo
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Birch, Teak
Mid-20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture
Concrete, Cast Stone
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Birch
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Birch
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Teak, Leather
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century French Chairs
Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Brass
20th Century African Footstools
Mother-of-Pearl, Rope, Wood
20th Century French French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture
Cast Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Armchairs
Mahogany
2010s Belgian Armchairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Armchairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 1830s Great Britain (UK) Chairs
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools
Teak
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Benches
Wrought Iron
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Curved Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Curved Seat?
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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