French Velvet Sofa
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
20th Century French French Provincial Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century French Directoire Sofas
Velvet, Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Sofas
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1960s French Post-Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Jacquard, Velvet, Hardwood
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Sofas
Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Late 20th Century French Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Sofas
Gold, Bronze
Antique 1830s French Restauration Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s European Sectional Sofas
Velvet
Mid-20th Century French Sofas
Velvet
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Sofas
Velvet, Beech
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Rosewood, Velvet
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Velvet
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Aesthetic Movement Sofas
Jacquard, Velvet
Antique Mid-18th Century French Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet, Beech, Paint
Vintage 1920s French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Danish Baroque Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Metal
Antique 18th Century French Directoire Sofas
Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak,...
2010s French Minimalist Sofas
Velvet, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
20th Century French Sofas
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak,...
2010s French Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Velvet, Beech
2010s French Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Bentwood
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Textile, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood
2010s French Art Deco Sofas
Mohair, Velvet, Lacquer
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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