French Mattress Sofa
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Sofas
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Aesthetic Movement Sofas
Jacquard, Velvet
Antique 19th Century French Empire Sofas
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Elm
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1980s French Organic Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan, Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker
20th Century Sofas
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds
Cane, Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Living Room Sets
Leather
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Wool, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Daybeds
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Daybeds
Wood, Walnut, Burl
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Beds and Bed Frames
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Daybeds
Linen
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Daybeds
Iron
Antique 18th Century French Daybeds
Wood
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Beds and Bed Frames
Mahogany
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Metal
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Porcelain
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Vitrines
Ormolu
1990s North American Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
2010s Italian Brutalist End Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Glass
Crystal
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery
Recent Sales
Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Country Sofas
Pine
Antique 1810s American Federal Sofas
Birch, Pine
2010s Sofas
Polyester
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Chrome
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Children's Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Children's Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Children's Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Children's Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Children's Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Daybeds
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Rosewood, Ebony, Satinwood, Satin
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Wool, Wood
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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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