Custom Upholstered Chair
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak, Naugahyde
20th Century Country Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
20th Century Country Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Chairs
Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak, Walnut
20th Century Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Fabric
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Chairs
Upholstery
1990s North American Club Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Victorian Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chenille, Wood
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s North American Modern Chairs
Mohair, Velvet
2010s American Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Hide, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Bronze, Stainless Steel
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Chairs
Linen, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Slipper ...
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Chairs
Cane
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Chairs
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Chairs
Acrylic, Fabric, Wood, Lucite, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak, Sheepskin, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Suede, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Mohair, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Hardwood, Fiberglass
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Beech, Oak, Sheepskin
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Oak, Sheepskin
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Oak
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
2010s Portuguese Chairs
Foam, Ash, Beech, Birch
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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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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