Ottoman England
Vintage 1910s Ottomans and Poufs
Oak
Antique 1880s Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Pine
20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Ash, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Oak
Antique 1890s English Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
Vintage 1960s English Georgian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Sapele Wood
Vintage 1940s English Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s English Country Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Oak
Antique 1870s English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Teak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 1830s English William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Hardwood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
Antique 1830s English William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Hardwood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Pine
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Oak
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Suede
20th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
Vintage 1980s English Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Oak, Fabric
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Oak, Mohair
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Alpaca, Oak
Vintage 1920s English Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Late 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Satin
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Sapele Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Sapele Wood
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary English Chinoiserie Ottomans and Poufs
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dinner Plates
Porcelain, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dinner Plates
Porcelain, Paint
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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.
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