French Country Leather Sofa
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Sofas
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Late 20th Century French Bohemian Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Steel
20th Century French Country Pillows and Throws
Fabric
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s French Other Loveseats
Fabric
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Stools
Tapestry, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Tea Sets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood, Ebony
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s British Books
Paper
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Loveseats
Alpaca, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Sofas
Alpaca, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Mohair
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Books
Paper
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Early 2000s American Rustic Sofas
Wood, Leather, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Art Deco Sofas
Linen, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Great Britain (UK) Modern Sofas
Fabric, Birch
20th Century Victorian Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Provincial Console Tables
Fruitwood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
20th Century English Chesterfield Footstools
Leather
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Side Tables
Travertine
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Rosewood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s French Sofas
Leather, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque End Tables
20th Century French Daybeds
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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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