Harp Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, String
2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Unknown Empire Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Corner Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Empire Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Giltwood
Antique 1810s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Brass
2010s French Organic Modern Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1960s German Drawings
Paper
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Iron
2010s French Organic Modern Tables
Fabric
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Wool
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Recent Sales
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Chairs
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s Italian Rococo Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Baroque Chairs
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Javanese Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Javanese Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
2010s Regency Armchairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Ash
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Wood, String
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Teak
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak, Rope
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Cord, Ash
Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs
Rope
20th Century Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Lounge Chairs
Wood, Rope
Mid-20th Century Unknown Lounge Chairs
Rope, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cherry
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
String, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Ash
20th Century Danish Chairs
Jute, Pine
Antique 1660s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Wood, Ash
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Wood, Ash
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chairs
Walnut, Giltwood
20th Century Danish Slipper Chairs
Walnut, Jute
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Regency Swivel Chairs
20th Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Ash
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Wood, Ash
20th Century Danish Other Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Armchairs
Rope, Ash
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Ash
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Mohair, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Side Chairs
Wood, PVC
Vintage 1930s Argentine Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Upholstery, Linen
1990s American Greco Roman Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Maple
Mid-20th Century Sheraton Side Chairs
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Cherry
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Sheraton Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Side Chairs
Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s North American American Classical Corner Chairs
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Side Chairs
Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Rush
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic, Beech
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Side Tables
Travertine, Stone
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables
Mohair, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Stone, Marble
Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Tables
Chrome
2010s Brazilian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Cherry
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century German Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Ash, Walnut
2010s Italian Brutalist End Tables
Concrete
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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 wheatback chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term wheatback is used to define wooden chairs that have a splat area resembling a sheaf of wheat. This is often a bit of an abstract representation, but at times it can be very detailed and carved to resemble wheat. Shop a collection of wheatback chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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