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French Louis XIV Style Walnut Loveseat or Sofa
French Louis XIV Style Walnut Loveseat or Sofa

French Louis XIV Style Walnut Loveseat or Sofa

Located in Houston, TX

French Louis XIV style walnut loveseat or sofa. This stunning French Os de Mouton style walnut loveseat was taken down to the fame and professionally upholstered in oatmeal linen.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XIV Loveseats

Materials

Walnut

Walnut French Art Deco Settee or Sofa, 1930s
Walnut French Art Deco Settee or Sofa, 1930s

Walnut French Art Deco Settee or Sofa, 1930s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco settee or sofa. Striking French design from the 1930s. Walnut veneered frame and re-upholstered with blue velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Canape ~ Sofa ~ Settee
Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Canape ~ Sofa ~ Settee

Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Canape ~ Sofa ~ Settee

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Louis XIV Walnut Canape ~ Sofa ~ Settee features a tailored neoclassically-inspired architecture evident in the squared seatback and slightly trapezoidal seat shape, w...

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Canapes

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Louis XV Style French Carved Walnut and Black Linen Sofa
Louis XV Style French Carved Walnut and Black Linen Sofa

Louis XV Style French Carved Walnut and Black Linen Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Louis XV Style French Carved Walnut Sofa, c. 1920s, newly reupholstered in heavyweight black linen.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut 3 Seat Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Couch
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut 3 Seat Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Couch

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut 3 Seat Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Couch

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Louis XVI style three seat upholstered sofa or couch. Features a naturally distressed and carved walnut frame with fluted tured columns, eight legs and silk upholstery with b...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Loveseats

Materials

Silk, Walnut

French Louis XVI Period Walnut Hand Carved Canape Sofa en Corbeille
French Louis XVI Period Walnut Hand Carved Canape Sofa en Corbeille

French Louis XVI Period Walnut Hand Carved Canape Sofa en Corbeille

Located in Madrid, ES

A Louis XVI period settee in carved walnut corbeille from the late 18th century, with a slightly enveloping back, characteristic of this period. topped with a few floral spikes.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Canapes

Materials

Walnut

Magnificent Country French Walnut Dining Table or Sofa Table from Bordeaux
Magnificent Country French Walnut Dining Table or Sofa Table from Bordeaux

Magnificent Country French Walnut Dining Table or Sofa Table from Bordeaux

Located in Highwood, IL

Country French Dining Table, incredible Sofa Table, or Console Table was made in the South of France in a Trestle style however, the question remains when?

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Superb Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Canape Sofa circa 1940
Superb Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Canape Sofa circa 1940

Superb Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Canape Sofa circa 1940

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous settee with stunning original velvet upholstery. The settee is in very good conditon with minor issues and measures 73 long x 38 tall x 33 deep x seat height 17. T...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mint Condition Carved Walnut Country French Down Cushions Compact Sofas
Pair of Mint Condition Carved Walnut Country French Down Cushions Compact Sofas

Pair of Mint Condition Carved Walnut Country French Down Cushions Compact Sofas

By Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of mint condition carved walnut country french down cushions compact sofas.

Category

20th Century American French Provincial Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Console Sofa Table with Drawers
French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Console Sofa Table with Drawers

French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Console Sofa Table with Drawers

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted after an original found in the Pyrenees of France, the elegant fruitwood sofa table sits on four turned legs and features three hand carved drawers across the front with poli...

Category

2010s American Louis XIII Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Canapé Pink Sofa
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Canapé Pink Sofa

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Canapé Pink Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XV style carved walnut settee. Features shapely oval frame, partial down filled cushion, solid wood construction, nicely carved details, cabriole legs, great sty...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Fine French Louis XV Carved Walnut Settee Canape Sofa circa 1920
Fine French Louis XV Carved Walnut Settee Canape Sofa circa 1920

Fine French Louis XV Carved Walnut Settee Canape Sofa circa 1920

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous carved walnut Louis XV from France. The settee dates to the 1920s and is in good antique condition. The upholstery is original so it will show signs of wear and us...

Category

Vintage 1920s European Louis XV Settees

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Hand-Carved Walnut Henri II Desk, Sofa Table, or Console
19th Century French Hand-Carved Walnut Henri II Desk, Sofa Table, or Console

19th Century French Hand-Carved Walnut Henri II Desk, Sofa Table, or Console

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This late 19th century hand-carved walnut Henri II style writing table features carvings on all four sides and a single drawer with a bronze drop handle. Its top is inset with a sing...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Antique Settee Sofa with Pair of Armchairs
French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Antique Settee Sofa with Pair of Armchairs

French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Antique Settee Sofa with Pair of Armchairs

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Beautifully carved of a dense solid walnut, this antique French salon suite features an open arm settee sofa with a pair of matching fauteuils.

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Marble Top Bronze Mounted Sofa Console Table
French Louis XVI Style Walnut Marble Top Bronze Mounted Sofa Console Table

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Marble Top Bronze Mounted Sofa Console Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fantastic small and extremely narrow table with a finished back that can be used as a sofa table. The table is brass and bronze mounted and has a gorgeous slab of carrara m...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Directoire Console Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Rustic Antique Country French Walnut and Oak Console or Sofa Table with Drawers
Rustic Antique Country French Walnut and Oak Console or Sofa Table with Drawers

Rustic Antique Country French Walnut and Oak Console or Sofa Table with Drawers

Located in Birmingham, AL

Raised on square legs joined together with a bottom shelf in same walnut as top. This handsome console table will also make a wonderful sofa table.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Console Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

French Baroque Style Canapé Sofa
French Baroque Style Canapé Sofa

French Baroque Style Canapé Sofa

Located in Kastrup, DK

French Baroque style canapé sofa (sofa bench). Crafted in walnut with relief carved foliage.

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Canapes

Materials

Walnut

Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa
Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa

Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa

Located in Hudson, NY

This daybed or sofa was made originally in France circa 1870 in the Napoleon III style and is constructed of walnut and burled walnut veneers used to dramatically show off the wood s...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Burl

French Chip Carved Walnut Sofa Console Table with End Drawers from the Pyrenees
French Chip Carved Walnut Sofa Console Table with End Drawers from the Pyrenees

French Chip Carved Walnut Sofa Console Table with End Drawers from the Pyrenees

Located in Dallas, TX

The narrow and tall console is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina. Place this versatile piece against a hallway wall or behind a sofa living room for extra display spac...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIII Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Painted Console Table or Sofa Table with Walnut Top, Lower Shelf
French Painted Console Table or Sofa Table with Walnut Top, Lower Shelf

French Painted Console Table or Sofa Table with Walnut Top, Lower Shelf

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This French painted console table from the turn of the 20th century features a solid beveled walnut top made from a single plank of wood, naturally distressed from years of use.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Louis XV Style Hand-Carved Walnut Sofa
19th Century Louis XV Style Hand-Carved Walnut Sofa

19th Century Louis XV Style Hand-Carved Walnut Sofa

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite 19th-century Louis XV-style two-seater sofa exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of French furniture design. The gracefully curved silhouette, intricate carvings...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

2 French Neoclassical 4-Tiered Console/Sofa Tables
2 French Neoclassical 4-Tiered Console/Sofa Tables

2 French Neoclassical 4-Tiered Console/Sofa Tables

Located in Long Island City, NY

The smaller table is oak dimensions are H 39.75 in. W 37.38 in. D 13.63 in. The larger table is walnut Dimensions are H 39.18 in. W 45.08 in. D 13.59 in. Price is per table....

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Painted Floral French Rococo Carved Settee Canape Sofa, circa 1890s
Painted Floral French Rococo Carved Settee Canape Sofa, circa 1890s

Painted Floral French Rococo Carved Settee Canape Sofa, circa 1890s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a beautiful French-made rococo paint decorated settee with floral upholstery in good condition. The settee dates to the 1890s and is very chic and can match many different de...

Category

Antique 1890s French Rococo Canapes

Materials

Walnut

Table Sofa Bedside End Cocktail Two Tier Burr Figured Walnut Art Deco Narrow
Table Sofa Bedside End Cocktail Two Tier Burr Figured Walnut Art Deco Narrow

Table Sofa Bedside End Cocktail Two Tier Burr Figured Walnut Art Deco Narrow

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Elegant, Art Deco, table - Rare small size - Striking form with the characteristic soft yet bold curves of this period. The central curve extending from the back of the base to t...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge, Sofa or Daybed
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge, Sofa or Daybed

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge, Sofa or Daybed

Located in Plainview, NY

A 19th century French Louis XVI style chaise lounge, sofa or daybed featuring a walnut frame.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

French Louis XV Style Giltwood Antique Settee Sofa, 19th Century
French Louis XV Style Giltwood Antique Settee Sofa, 19th Century

French Louis XV Style Giltwood Antique Settee Sofa, 19th Century

Located in Shippensburg, PA

An exceedingly attractive piece preserved in quite fine condition, this French Louis XV style settee was probably crafted during the third quarter of the 19th Century circa 1860-1880...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Gesso, Giltwood, Walnut

Superb Gilded Painted French Louis XVI Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Circa 1950
Superb Gilded Painted French Louis XVI Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Circa 1950

Superb Gilded Painted French Louis XVI Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Circa 1950

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a spectacular French made Louis XVI style sofa in what I am 99.9% sure is a gorgeous lemony silk brocade. The sofa is beautifully carved with gold leaf gilded accents. The so...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Directoire Marble Top Low Buffet, Console, Sofa Table
19th Century French Directoire Marble Top Low Buffet, Console, Sofa Table

19th Century French Directoire Marble Top Low Buffet, Console, Sofa Table

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French Directoire marble top low buffet ~ Console was hand-crafted from solid fruitwood, and features a pair of drawers, a lower shelf, and a luxuriously carefree marble...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Directoire Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Fine Carved French Louis XV Style Parcel Gilt Marble Top Console Sofa Table
Fine Carved French Louis XV Style Parcel Gilt Marble Top Console Sofa Table

Fine Carved French Louis XV Style Parcel Gilt Marble Top Console Sofa Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite French Louis XV style console sofa table beautifully showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of the Rococo tradition. The piece features a finely carved parcel giltwo...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Griotte Marble

Art Deco Tulip Shaped Sofa
Art Deco Tulip Shaped Sofa

Art Deco Tulip Shaped Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

This sleek, luxurious tulip-shaped sofa exudes French Deco refinement. Walnut veneer offsets a rich suede upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

18th Century French Primitive Walnut Console Table
18th Century French Primitive Walnut Console Table

18th Century French Primitive Walnut Console Table

Located in Houston, TX

Handsome 18th century French primitive walnut console table or sofa table.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Primitive Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Antique Chaise Longue Love Seat Sofa, 18th-19th Century
Victorian Antique Chaise Longue Love Seat Sofa, 18th-19th Century

Victorian Antique Chaise Longue Love Seat Sofa, 18th-19th Century

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Antique French or English carved chaise Longue love seat sofa.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Loveseats

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered Settee Sofa
19th Century Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered Settee Sofa

19th Century Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered Settee Sofa

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

76" w X 31"d X 37"h Arm Height 24" / Seat Height 18" / Seat Depth 24" / Seat Width 72" between the arm This antique settee is a charming piece that exudes timeless elegance. The orig...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Linen, Wood, Walnut

Victorian Sofa & Armchair Suite Napoleonic Blue Upholstery Claw & Ball Feet
Victorian Sofa & Armchair Suite Napoleonic Blue Upholstery Claw & Ball Feet

Victorian Sofa & Armchair Suite Napoleonic Blue Upholstery Claw & Ball Feet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite Victorian hand made in France, Walnut framed with Napoleonic Blue upholstery three piece suite.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Louis XV Round Nightstands or Sofa Tables with Hidden Drawer and Trays
Pair of Louis XV Round Nightstands or Sofa Tables with Hidden Drawer and Trays

Pair of Louis XV Round Nightstands or Sofa Tables with Hidden Drawer and Trays

Located in Miami, FL

A French Louis XVI style neoclassical nightstand, with a pierced brass gallery and Bianco Carrara marble top, pull-out both trays, single hidden drawer and lower shelf. Perfect as an...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Fine Art Deco Sofa by Jules Leleu
Fine Art Deco Sofa by Jules Leleu

Fine Art Deco Sofa by Jules Leleu

Located in New York, NY

Fine Upholstered Art Deco Sofa by Jules Leleu

Arm Height: 24”
Seat Height: 17”

Category

Vintage 1930s French Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut, Upholstery

Late 18th Century Directoire Hand Carved Walnut Grand  Bench
Late 18th Century Directoire Hand Carved Walnut Grand  Bench

Late 18th Century Directoire Hand Carved Walnut Grand Bench

Located in Larkspur, CA

Late 18th Century Directoire Hand Carved Walnut Grand Scale Bench with Exuberant Pierced Palmette Arching Sides on Square Legs with Ebonized Detail, the Antiqued Leather Upholstery T...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century French Walnut Sofa
19th Century French Walnut Sofa

19th Century French Walnut Sofa

Located in Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire

Excellent quality 19th century French walnut sofa of nice shape and generous proportions.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Walnut Sofa
19th Century French Walnut Sofa

19th Century French Walnut Sofa

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century French walnut sofa with rushed seat and turned legs and back splat.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Settees

Materials

Walnut, Linen

Large French Walnut Sofa
Large French Walnut Sofa

Large French Walnut Sofa

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

Covered in green french velvet

Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

Large French Walnut Sofa
Large French Walnut Sofa

Large French Walnut Sofa

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

Covered in green french velvet

Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

French Walnut Sofa
French Walnut Sofa

French Walnut Sofa

Located in Encinitas, CA

18th century French walnut canapé from Paris, France. Lovely scalloped legs and arms with beautiful aged patina. Newly upholstered in French Muslin.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Canapes

Materials

Walnut

Vintage French Walnut Sofa with White Upholstery
Vintage French Walnut Sofa with White Upholstery

Vintage French Walnut Sofa with White Upholstery

Located in Austin, TX

Vintage Walnut Sofa: Very fine vintage settee in natural wood finish. Upholstered in canvas cotton duct and burlap. Really neat piece to add in any room - interesting lines and shape...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Louis XIV Period French Walnut Sofa, 18th Century
Louis XIV Period French Walnut Sofa, 18th Century

Louis XIV Period French Walnut Sofa, 18th Century

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A large Louis XIV French eight-legged period sofa in walnut upholstered in a neutral fabric.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Elegant French Walnut Sofa circa 1820 Great Color and Patina
Elegant French Walnut Sofa circa 1820 Great Color and Patina

Elegant French Walnut Sofa circa 1820 Great Color and Patina

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very nicely carved French walnut Empire period sofa circa 1820 with great color and patina.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Sofa
French Sofa

French Sofa

Sold|$7,500

French Sofa

Located in San Francisco, CA

Elegant French walnut sofa. Good color and patina.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

French Walnut Canape
French Walnut Canape

French Walnut Canape

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Nice French Walnut sofa with crisp carved features and great patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

French Sofa Table
French Sofa Table

French Sofa Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

17TH CENTURY FRENCH WALNUT SOFA TABLE WITH ONE DRAWER. CIRCA 1680.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Sofa
French Louis XV Sofa

French Louis XV Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This stunning 1810's French Walnut Sofa is comfortable, sturdy, and ready to be used in any home or office for years to come.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

French 17th Century Style Walnut Sofa
French 17th Century Style Walnut Sofa

French 17th Century Style Walnut Sofa

Located in Culver City, CA

a walnut framed louis xiii style two-seat sofa. attractive patina to walnut frame. frame professionally tighened. new upholstery.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

A 1950s French Walnut Framed Sofa
A 1950s French Walnut Framed Sofa

A 1950s French Walnut Framed Sofa

Located in London, GB

A 1950s French Walnut Framed Sofa (Seat Height = 19")

Category

Vintage 1950s French Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

French 18th century Walnut Sofa Table
French 18th century Walnut Sofa Table

French 18th century Walnut Sofa Table

Located in Culver City, CA

a well-patinated walnut sofa table or writing desk. table is sturdy, with good original patina. drawers slide open towards outside of table, rather than pulling open (see photos)

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Sofa
Antique French Louis XV Walnut Sofa

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Sofa

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This antique French Louis XV walnut sofa has been completely refurbishes strengthen it to like new condition.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

French 18th Century Walnut Sofa in Vintage French Hemp
French 18th Century Walnut Sofa in Vintage French Hemp

French 18th Century Walnut Sofa in Vintage French Hemp

Located in Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire

A fantastic example of a French 18th century walnut sofa, an unusual model with ten legs.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Sofas

Materials

Hemp, Walnut

French Antique Louis XV style Carved Walnut Sofa
French Antique Louis XV style Carved Walnut Sofa

French Antique Louis XV style Carved Walnut Sofa

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Elegant finely carved walnut Louis XV or Regence style French antique three-person sofa with cabriole legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Directoire Sofa
Walnut Directoire Sofa

Walnut Directoire Sofa

Located in Hudson, NY

French Walnut Directoire Sofa 1703-1799, Drop in seat, French polished and the frame has been reglued and is in great shape.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

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French Walnut Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the French walnut sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each French walnut sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and fabric. Find 263 options for an antique or vintage French walnut sofa now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a French walnut sofa — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A French walnut sofa, designed in the Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Dominique, John Widdicomb and Kaaron each produced at least one beautiful French walnut sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a French Walnut Sofa?

A French walnut sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,450, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $24,500.

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.

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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.