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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Daybeds
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds
Iron
20th Century French Empire Daybeds
Ormolu
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Velvet, Beech
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chaise Longues
Giltwood, Paint
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Night Stands
Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Oak
2010s Table Lamps
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Chairs
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Benches
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Plaster
21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Oak
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Daybeds
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Copper, Pewter
2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs
Linen
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Antique 1810s French Empire Daybeds
Mahogany, Silk
Antique 1870s English Victorian Daybeds
Cane, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Iron
Early 20th Century French Daybeds
Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Daybeds
Antique Late 19th Century British Daybeds
Walnut
Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Daybeds
Antique 1860s English Victorian Daybeds
Leather
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Daybeds
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Daybeds
Silk, Walnut
20th Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Daybeds
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Iron
Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Daybeds
Antique 19th Century Canadian Daybeds
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Daybeds
Beech, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chaise Longues
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Chaise Longues
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Campaign Beds and Bed Frames
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Chaise Longues
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Chaise Longues
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Daybeds
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fur
20th Century American Campaign Daybeds
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Chaise Longues
Wood
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chaise Longues
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Steampunk More Furniture and Collecti...
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Steampunk Luggage Racks
Iron
Early 2000s American Chesterfield Chaise Longues
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Fruitwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Daybeds
Wood
20th Century English Daybeds
Mahogany, Cane, Linen
Antique 1870s English Victorian Daybeds
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Oak, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Daybeds
Mahogany, Cane
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Daybeds
Iron
Early 20th Century French Daybeds
Iron
Antique 1810s Great Britain (UK) George IV Daybeds
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Iron, Steel
20th Century American Daybeds
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Steel
English Daybeds
Hardwood, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Regency Daybeds
Velvet
Antique 19th Century American Daybeds
Mahogany
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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to replace Herman Miller casters depends on the chair. In most cases, you will need a pipe wrench and an Allen wrench to remove the current casters, and a mallet and a lubricant to install the new wheels. Follow the replacement instructions provided by Herman Miller to ensure best results. Find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are all daybeds twin size?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Yes, Daybeds are all twin size.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021No, daybeds are not smaller than twin beds. In fact, daybeds and twin beds are one in the same. Both measure 39 inches wide by 75 inches long.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because daybeds use normal mattresses, they are almost a type of normal bed taking on the function of a couch. Therefore they can be used as a normal bed, though the comfort level depends on the mattress quality. Designer George Nelson's iconic Nelson daybed and others are available on 1stDibs.
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