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Six Molla Cabriole Leg Aluminum Dining Chairs
Six Molla Cabriole Leg Aluminum Dining Chairs

Six Molla Cabriole Leg Aluminum Dining Chairs

$4,025Sale Price / set|30% Off

Six Molla Cabriole Leg Aluminum Dining Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of six cast aluminum and white enameled French regency style dining chairs. Fresh white enamel over finely cast aluminum for which Molla was renowned.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

French Dining Chairs, Set of Six with Original Upholstery and Carved Walnut Leg
French Dining Chairs, Set of Six with Original Upholstery and Carved Walnut Leg

French Dining Chairs, Set of Six with Original Upholstery and Carved Walnut Leg

Located in Milano, IT

Particularly noteworthy are the legs of the chairs, skillfully carved with the same ornamental vocabulary as the table, creating a continuous visual rhythm throughout the set.

Category

Antique 1880s French Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Gilded French Dining Chairs
Set of Six Gilded French Dining Chairs

Set of Six Gilded French Dining Chairs

Located in London, England

Set of 6 ( 4 + 2 arms ) French dining chairs manufactured by M Hirch on cabriole legs with stretchers in original gilded finish.

Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

1930s French Walnut Wavy Back Dining Chairs
1930s French Walnut Wavy Back Dining Chairs

1930s French Walnut Wavy Back Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible set of 6 walnut and beech wood dining chairs from France, 1930s. Solid wood frame with wavy back and cabriole legs.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet, Beech, Walnut

Set of 4 French Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Painted Provincial Dining Chairs
Set of 4 French Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Painted Provincial Dining Chairs

Set of 4 French Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Painted Provincial Dining Chairs

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 4 French Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Painted Provincial Dining Chairs, Set of Four French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs, Newly Upholstered, Set of 4 Antique French Lo...

Category

Late 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Paint

Set of Six Country French Provincial Style Dining Chairs
Set of Six Country French Provincial Style Dining Chairs

Set of Six Country French Provincial Style Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Gorgeous set of six dining chairs crafted in the country French provincial taste.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Set of Eight Country French Provincial Style Carved Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Country French Provincial Style Carved Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Country French Provincial Style Carved Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Bespoke set of eight handsome dining chairs crafted in the country French provincial or Louis XV taste.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very attractive set of eight French Louis XV st. painted dining chairs. Each side chair is raised on cabriole legs with a scalloped frieze.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Ten French Carved Wood Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
Set of Ten French Carved Wood Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery

Set of Ten French Carved Wood Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This elegant set of ten dining chairs is crafted in carved wood with classic French-inspired lines and richly patinated leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Carved French Provincial Dining Chairs for John Widdicomb, Set of Six
Carved French Provincial Dining Chairs for John Widdicomb, Set of Six

Carved French Provincial Dining Chairs for John Widdicomb, Set of Six

By John Widdicomb

Located in New Windsor, NY

A set of six stylish French Provincial style dining chairs. The set consists of two large and roomy armchairs and four side chairs.

Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Dining Side Chairs - Set of 4
Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Dining Side Chairs - Set of 4

Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Dining Side Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Dining Side Chairs - Set of 4.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C
Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C

Six French Louis XIV Style Mahogany & Cane Dining Chairs 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of six dining chairs offer mahogany construction and having shaped backs with upholstered seats raised on cabriole legs; set includes four side chairs with caned backs and two ...

Category

20th Century French Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Set of Ten French Provincial Louis XV Style Upholstered Dining Chairs
Set of Ten French Provincial Louis XV Style Upholstered Dining Chairs

Set of Ten French Provincial Louis XV Style Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Middleburg, VA

A lavish ensemble of ten French Provincial dining chairs in the Louis XV manner, handcrafted in France circa 1880.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Antique French Set of 6 Louis XV Dining Chairs with New Upholstery
Antique French Set of 6 Louis XV Dining Chairs with New Upholstery

Antique French Set of 6 Louis XV Dining Chairs with New Upholstery

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant set of 6 French carved walnut dining chairs or side chairs, Louis XV 19th Century with all new upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classic set of eight immaculate French Louis XV-style walnut dining chairs, elegantly crafted with shaped ladder backs, serpentine crest rails, and graceful cabriole legs terminating...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Set of Six Original French 1940s Refinished Tall Back Dining Chairs
Set of Six Original French 1940s Refinished Tall Back Dining Chairs

Set of Six Original French 1940s Refinished Tall Back Dining Chairs

Located in New York City, NY

Tall elegant backs with sculptural detailing on top crest and lower backrest, featuring elegant cabriole front legs and tapered splay back legs. All six wood chair frames are identi...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Fine Set of 10 French Louis XV Rococo Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
Fine Set of 10 French Louis XV Rococo Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs

Fine Set of 10 French Louis XV Rococo Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This fine set of 10 French Louis XV style dining chairs showcases the timeless elegance of 18th-century Rococo design, crafted with beautifully shaped solid mahogany frames.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs  - Set of 6
Antique French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs  - Set of 6

Antique French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Astoria, NY

A charming set of six antique French Louis XV-style dining chairs, crafted in the late 19th century in the French Provincial tradition.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood, Paint

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Chairs

By Century Furniture

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Set of eight French Louis XV style dining chairs having four cabriole legs with snail feet and lovely carved acanthus leaves and carved flowers on the top or crest of the chair frame.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Louis XV Provincial French Style Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Louis XV Provincial French Style Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Louis XV Provincial French Style Painted Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Miami, FL

A set of four Louis XV provincial style white and blue painted dining armchairs, 20th century. Standing on four cabriole legs with hand rush seat. Serpentine form, ladder back frame ...

Category

20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rush

French Provincial Rococo Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6
French Provincial Rococo Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6

French Provincial Rococo Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Provincial Rococo Style Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Four 19th Century French Provincial Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Set of Four 19th Century French Provincial Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

Set of Four 19th Century French Provincial Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Lovely antique set of four walnut dining chairs with gorgeous patterned rush seats made in the country French provincial style.

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 12
Antique French Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 12

Antique French Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 12

Located in Astoria, NY

A refined and well-proportioned set of twelve early 20th century French Provincial dining chairs, executed in the Louis XV taste and sourced in Provence.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies
Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies

Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies

By Jean-Baptiste Cresson

Located in Stamford, CT

14 Louis XV Dining Chairs by Jean Baptist Cresson, 18th Century, France, Painted, Scalamandre Upholstery One of a kind set of stunning dining chairs.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Important Set 12 Antique French Louis XV Style Distressed Carved Dining Chairs
Important Set 12 Antique French Louis XV Style Distressed Carved Dining Chairs

Important Set 12 Antique French Louis XV Style Distressed Carved Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Seat Height 20 inches An exceptional and rare set of twelve antique French Louis XV style dining chairs, masterfully crafted with elegant proportions, luxurious materials, and richl...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Art Nouveau Dining Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Art Nouveau Dining Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Art Nouveau Dining Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outw...

Category

2010s Indian Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sheet Metal

Fine Set of 12 Custom French Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs
Fine Set of 12 Custom French Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs

Fine Set of 12 Custom French Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The chairs in a paint decorated crackle glaze finish with intentional distressing and having a balloon back, cabriole front legs and gently splayed back legs.

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Oak Dining Chairs
Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Oak Dining Chairs

Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Oak Dining Chairs

Located in Astoria, NY

A refined set of twelve late 19th century French Provincial Louis XV dining chairs, sourced in France and structurally revised in our workshop for stability and daily use.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs
Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Set of 12 Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Located in Astoria, NY

Late 19th century French Renaissance Revival carved oak dining chairs, sourced in Savoie, France.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Set of 4 Dining Chairs with Pierced Back Splat and Rush Seats
French Provincial Set of 4 Dining Chairs with Pierced Back Splat and Rush Seats

French Provincial Set of 4 Dining Chairs with Pierced Back Splat and Rush Seats

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Gorgeously finished set of 4 dining side chairs in bleached walnut and lovely authentic rush seats. Curved cabriole style legs and elegant pierced splats on the backs. #6196

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Set 8 Painted Green Upholstered Cane French Louis XV Tall Back Dining Chairs
Set 8 Painted Green Upholstered Cane French Louis XV Tall Back Dining Chairs

Set 8 Painted Green Upholstered Cane French Louis XV Tall Back Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant set of 8 Painted French Louis XV Style Tall Back Dining Chairs brings timeless sophistication and charm to any dining room.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furniture. The characteristic cabriole leg, curving outw...

Category

2010s Indian Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sheet Metal

Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs
Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Each dining chair is raised by fine cabriole legs with a lovely mottled design, carved acanthus leaves and charming rosettes.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Eight French 19th Century Louis XV Style Patinated Wood Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French 19th Century Louis XV Style Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French 19th Century Louis XV Style Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Each country French dining chair is raised by fine cabriole legs with a lovely mottled design, carved acanthus leaves and charming rosettes.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 French Cane Back Louis XV Painted Dining Chairs, circa 1940
Set of 6 French Cane Back Louis XV Painted Dining Chairs, circa 1940

Set of 6 French Cane Back Louis XV Painted Dining Chairs, circa 1940

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant set of six French Louis XV style dining chairs, circa 1940, beautifully embodies the timeless sophistication of French Provincial design.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

French Provincial Hollywood Regency Pretzel Cane Back Dining Chair - Set of 8
French Provincial Hollywood Regency Pretzel Cane Back Dining Chair - Set of 8

French Provincial Hollywood Regency Pretzel Cane Back Dining Chair - Set of 8

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listing includes (2) Armchairs, (6) side chairs, cane back panels, vinyl upholstered seats, pretzel twist carved backs, solid wood frames, cabriole legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts
Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts

Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts

Located in New York City, NY

A set of six original French Mid-Century Modernist tall dining chairs featuring angular lines with a curved moustache shaped top, elegant tapered front cabriole legs and splay back l...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 6 Antique Country French Liègeois Dining Chairs with Needlepoint Tapestry
Set of 6 Antique Country French Liègeois Dining Chairs with Needlepoint Tapestry

Set of 6 Antique Country French Liègeois Dining Chairs with Needlepoint Tapestry

Located in Dallas, TX

The tall shaped backs feature pierced splats, carved shell crests, acanthus leaf detail, and flowing scrollwork that gives the chairs their romantic Country French presence. The car...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Oak

Set of 4 French Carved Gilded Louis XV 19th Century Dining or Side Chairs
Set of 4 French Carved Gilded Louis XV 19th Century Dining or Side Chairs

Set of 4 French Carved Gilded Louis XV 19th Century Dining or Side Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite set of four French Louis XV style dining or side chairs from the 19th century exemplifies the opulence and craftsmanship of the Rococo revival period.

Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs W/ Blue Velvet - Set of 6
French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs W/ Blue Velvet - Set of 6

French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs W/ Blue Velvet - Set of 6

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant set of six French dining chairs made in the style of Louis XV sourced from Provence, France.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Paint

Antique French Louis XV Style Oak Dining Chairs W/ Brown Leather - Set of 8
Antique French Louis XV Style Oak Dining Chairs W/ Brown Leather - Set of 8

Antique French Louis XV Style Oak Dining Chairs W/ Brown Leather - Set of 8

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of eight French Louis XV dining chairs dating to the 19th century, sourced from Provence.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of Four Polychromed Cane Seat and Back French Louis XV Dining Salong Chairs
Set of Four Polychromed Cane Seat and Back French Louis XV Dining Salong Chairs

Set of Four Polychromed Cane Seat and Back French Louis XV Dining Salong Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This set of four French Louis XV style dining salon chairs is a charming and elegant representation of 20th-century craftsmanship, showcasing the timeless appeal of Rococo-inspired d...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

4 Carved Swedish Rococo or French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs
4 Carved Swedish Rococo or French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs

4 Carved Swedish Rococo or French Louis XV Style Painted Dining Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Great set of 4 vintage carved and cream distress painted dining chairs in the Swedish Rococo / French Louis XV Style.

Category

20th Century American Rococo Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Eight French Turn-of-the-Century Louis XV St. Patinated Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French Turn-of-the-Century Louis XV St. Patinated Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French Turn-of-the-Century Louis XV St. Patinated Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming and very high quality set of eight French turn-of-the-century Louis XV st. patinated dining chairs.

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six Early 19th Century French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Back Dining Chairs
Six Early 19th Century French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Back Dining Chairs

Six Early 19th Century French Louis XV Style Painted Cane Back Dining Chairs

Located in Astoria, NY

Their serpentine-shaped seats and sides enhance the graceful silhouette, further complemented by intricately hand-carved cabriole legs. Solid, stable, and exhibiting exceptional join...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Cane, Wood, Paint

Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV Style Caned Dining Chairs in Walnut
Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV Style Caned Dining Chairs in Walnut

Set of Six French 19th Century Louis XV Style Caned Dining Chairs in Walnut

Located in Lucenec, SK

Louis XV-style dining chairs in walnut style with well-articulated leaf carvings on the back and apron, with woven seat and back and carved cabriole legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

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French Dining Chairs Cabriole Legs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of French dining chairs cabriole legs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct French dining chairs cabriole legs — often made from wood, fabric and walnut — can elevate any home. We have 433 antique and vintage French dining chairs cabriole legs in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of French dining chairs cabriole legs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. French dining chairs cabriole legs made by louis xv designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. French dining chairs cabriole legs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Grand Rapids Furniture Co., Molla and Chateau d'Ax are consistently popular.

How Much are French Dining Chairs Cabriole Legs?

French dining chairs cabriole legs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,975, while the lowest priced sells for $174 and the highest can go for as much as $298,500.

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.