French Slip Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs
Linen
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chairs
Porcelain, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Chairs
Stoneware
Antique 19th Century European French Provincial Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Bergere Chairs
Linen, Fruitwood, Down
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
2010s Dining Room Chairs
Wood
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Sycamore
Vintage 1960s French Armchairs
Wood
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Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
Glass
Antique 1830s American American Classical Armchairs
Mahogany
20th Century Books
Paper
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Gold Leaf
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Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Other Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
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Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Benches
Leather, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Travertine
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Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century American Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Copper
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Brass
20th Century Console Tables
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Blown Glass
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Paint, Gesso, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chippendale Side Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Plastic, Wood, Beech
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Hardwood
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Chairs
Fabric, Wicker, Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1920s Japanese Prairie School Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Dining Room Chairs
Padouk
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Dining Room Chairs
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Mahogany
Antique 1850s Italian Paintings
Canvas
Early 20th Century American Louis XV Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Burlap, Down, Feathers, Linen, Slip
20th Century French Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Brass
20th Century French Other Slipper Chairs
Synthetic
Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
20th Century European Louis XV Chairs
Linen, Cane, Walnut, Down
20th Century European Louis XVI Side Chairs
Linen, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Club Chairs
Linen
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1960s North American Wingback Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Side Chairs
Rush, Oak
Vintage 1940s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Steel, Brass
Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs
Beech
20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Canvas, Beech
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Club Chairs
Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Side Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Linen, Giltwood, Down
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Down, Linen, Oak
Early 20th Century French Empire Dining Room Chairs
Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Down, Linen, Paint, Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Porcelain, Stoneware
Antique 19th Century French Slipper Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cane, Foam, Linen, Paint, Upholstery
Vintage 1920s French Country Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Walnut
20th Century European Louis XV Chairs
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century George III Side Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Jacaranda
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Slipper Chairs
Metal
20th Century Directoire Side Chairs
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
2010s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Linen, Wood, Giltwood
Early 20th Century English Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Leather
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Cane, Down, Linen, Polyester, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Down, Linen, Wood
20th Century American Armchairs
Cane, Wood, Linen, Upholstery
20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Linen, Wood
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Armchairs
Linen, Cane, Fruitwood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XIV Armchairs
Oak
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Armchairs
Linen, Cane, Fruitwood
Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Linen, Walnut, Down
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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-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 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 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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