French Hall Chairs
Antique 18th Century Armchairs
Thread
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s Side Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XIV Side Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Medieval Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century French Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Linen, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Console Tables
Giltwood
20th Century French Console Tables
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Beech
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Brass
Recent Sales
Antique Mid-19th Century French Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Bone, Beech
Late 20th Century European Regency Revival Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Armchairs
Giltwood
Vintage 1950s French Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Antique 19th Century French Baroque Chairs
Muslin, Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Baroque Chairs
1990s American French Provincial Chairs
Oak, Wicker
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Chairs
Oak
Antique 19th Century English French Provincial Chairs
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century French Chairs
Vintage 1940s French Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century French Gustavian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Chestnut
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Chairs
Cotton, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Wood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Benches
Leather, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Armchairs
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Country Armchairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Armchairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Gueridon
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Gueridon
Iron, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Fabric
20th Century French Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Gueridon
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Demi-lune Tables
Slate, Iron
Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Linen
Early 20th Century French Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1880s French Primitive Chairs
Wood
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Marble
2010s Mexican Brutalist Contemporary Art
Wood
2010s French Other Wall Mirrors
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Stools
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Damask, Giltwood
20th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Organic Modern Benches
Bronze
French Hall Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 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.
- 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.
- 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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