George Smith Velvet
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Velvet
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Velvet
1990s English Other Club Chairs
Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Down
Vintage 1970s English Other Club Chairs
Brass
20th Century English Country Settees
Velvet, Beech, Oak
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Velvet
Late 20th Century British Modern Armchairs
Textile, Velvet
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Club Chairs
Leather, Mohair
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Upholstery, Beech
2010s Footstools
Velvet
2010s Chaise Longues
Velvet
2010s Sofas
Velvet
2010s Sofas
Velvet
2010s Armchairs
Velvet
2010s British Modern Sofas
Velvet
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Hardwood, Velvet
2010s Sofas
Chenille, Linen
1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Lithograph, Offset
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Photography
Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid, Archival Paper
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2010s American Flush Mount
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Steel, Brass, Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps
Wood
Vintage 1960s Persian Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
20th Century English Kilim Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fruitwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique 1880s English Kilim Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Luxembourgish Apothecary Cabinets
Walnut, Fir
Recent Sales
20th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Armchairs
20th Century English Country Pillows and Throws
Velvet
2010s American Sofas
Velvet
2010s English Armchairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary English Club Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Velvet
2010s British American Classical Armchairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary English Armchairs
Upholstery, Velvet
20th Century English Victorian Settees
Velvet
2010s British American Classical Sofas
Velvet
2010s British American Classical Sofas
Velvet
2010s British American Classical Sofas
Velvet
2010s Great Britain (UK) Modern Living Room Sets
Silk, Velvet, Beech
2010s British Early Victorian Sofas
Velvet
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
2010s British Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Silk, Velvet, Beech, Oak
2010s British American Classical Sofas
Velvet
2010s Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Mohair
20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery, Beech
2010s Chairs
Velvet
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Upholstery
2010s Sofas
Velvet
2010s Armchairs
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Victorian Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Down
2010s Sofas
Mohair
Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Georgian Tea Caddies
Sycamore
Antique Early 1900s English Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
20th Century Loveseats
Wood, Fabric
Antique 1870s English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Lithograph, Offset
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Sofas
Mohair
2010s English Armchairs
Velvet
2010s British Edwardian Sofas
Velvet
2010s English Victorian Settees
Velvet
2010s English Victorian Settees
Velvet
Late 20th Century British George III Armchairs
Velvet
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Velvet
20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary British Sectional Sofas
Velvet
2010s English Modern Wingback Chairs
Textile, Oak
20th Century English Victorian Settees
Velvet, Beech
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Velvet, Beech, Oak
Late 20th Century English Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Mahogany
20th Century Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1990s English Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Late 20th Century English Regency Dining Room Sets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Stools
Leather, Hardwood
1990s English Edwardian Slipper Chairs
Wool
Vintage 1970s English Armchairs
Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 18th Century British Tea Caddies
Silver
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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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