French Colonial Chairs
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s French British Colonial Side Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1930s Algerian Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Kingwood, Teak
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Vintage 1920s French Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1920s French British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Antique 19th Century Thai Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s French Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1930s Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Beech, Canvas
Vintage 1930s Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1930s Vietnamese French Provincial Club Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Early 20th Century French Empire Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century North American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Colonial Revival Chairs
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th Century French Spanish Colonial Chairs
Brass, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Colonial Revival Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Early 20th Century French Colonial Revival Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s French Colonial Revival Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Elm
Antique 1890s French British Colonial Swivel Chairs
Fruitwood
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Early 20th Century French British Colonial Armchairs
Rattan, Reed
Antique Late 19th Century Colonial Revival Armchairs
Antique Late 19th Century French Colonial Revival Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Vietnamese Armchairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1940s French Colonial Revival Chairs
Leather, Bamboo
Vintage 1960s French Colonial Revival Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1940s Vietnamese Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century French Spanish Colonial Chairs
Mohair
Vintage 1950s Polynesian Art Deco Chaise Longues
Rosewood
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Wood, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Asian Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1940s American Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Straw, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Cane
Antique Early 1900s French Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood, Maple
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Colonial Revival Side Chairs
Velvet, Hardwood, Giltwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Walnut
Antique 1890s French Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Brass
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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Campaign Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Chairs
Brass
Antique 1790s English George III Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Marble
Vintage 1950s French Daybeds
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Side Chairs
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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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 a French berère chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a French-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What are French chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
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