Deep Seating Sofa
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Linen, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century European Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1920s British Victorian Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
2010s Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Leather, Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Sofas
Leather
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Fabric, Down, Maple, Mahogany, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s English Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sectional Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sectional Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Foam
2010s Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Leather
2010s Cypriot Space Age Sofas
Wood, Fabric
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas
Cotton
2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Chenille
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Oak, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas
Rattan, Fabric
Antique 19th Century British Regency Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sofas
Linen, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Hardwood
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Sofas
Cotton
2010s American Sofas
Foam, Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Upholstery
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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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best filling for sofa seat cushions is really a matter of preference. Filling options include polyester, foam, and feather. While foam is the most popular sofa seat cushion filling, feathers are preferred by those who prioritize softness.
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