English Chippendale Sofa
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Fabric
Antique 1780s English Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1750s English Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Early 20th Century Chippendale Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany, Down
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Vintage 1920s English Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany, Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Antique Late 18th Century English George II Sofas
Cotton Canvas
Vintage 1980s Settees
Vintage 1980s Settees
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
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1990s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Settees
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Vintage 1980s Settees
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
1990s Settees
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
1990s Armchairs
1990s Armchairs
1990s Living Room Sets
1990s Armchairs
Vintage 1980s Chaise Longues
20th Century Settees
1990s Living Room Sets
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale End Tables
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale End Tables
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale End Tables
Mahogany
2010s British Chippendale Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s English Chippendale Sofas
Mohair, Mahogany
20th Century Chippendale Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Settees
Linen, Down, Lacquer, Wood
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Linen, Mahogany
Antique 1760s English Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany, Giltwood
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Antique Early 18th Century British Rococo Sofas
Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century European Rococo Sofas
Linen, Mahogany
Antique 1790s English Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sofas
Mahogany, Faux Bamboo
1990s Living Room Sets
1990s Living Room Sets
1990s Living Room Sets
1990s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Living Room Sets
1990s Living Room Sets
Vintage 1980s Settees
1990s Living Room Sets
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Early 20th Century Chaise Longues
Damask
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Linen, Wood
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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, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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