Transitional Sofa
20th Century Italian Directoire Sofas
Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Rattan
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s American Modern Sofas
Pine
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Suede
Antique 1880s Italian Empire Sofas
Brass
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Sofas
Linen, Foam, Wood, Down
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Other Loveseats
Hemp
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Side Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Rosewood
Recent Sales
2010s American Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Upholstery
Antique 1810s European Biedermeier Sofas
Upholstery, Birch
2010s Pakistani Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Mohair, Wood, Down
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Furniture
Beech
Late 20th Century American Other Console Tables
Brass
2010s American Other Loveseats
Fabric
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas
Wood
Early 2000s American Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofa Tables
Iron
2010s Canadian Sofas
Nickel
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Sofas
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Early 20th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Giltwood
Late 20th Century Sofas
Cotton
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Tapestry, Wood
Late 20th Century Sofas
Naugahyde
Early 20th Century European Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Rattan
Late 20th Century Sofas
Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Sofas
Cotton
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1990s Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Sofa Tables
Wood
20th Century Other Canapes
Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Settees
Pine
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Canapes
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Beech
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Teak
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s North American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1840s German Biedermeier Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Antique 18th Century French Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Rattan, Wicker
Late 20th Century American Modern Console Tables
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Canapes
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Down
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Brass
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Bentwood
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Murano Glass
2010s American Country Farm Tables
Pine, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vanities
Brass
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Chrome, Nickel
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century French Chinoiserie Table Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé
Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Cabinets
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Rattan, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut, Glass, Oak
Transitional Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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