Henredon Writers Chair
20th Century American Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Brass
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20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds
Iron
20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Early 2000s Chesterfield Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Armchairs
Wicker, Upholstery
20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Brass, Iron
20th Century American American Classical Living Room Sets
Hardwood, Wool
20th Century American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Country Dining Room Tables
Pine
20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Burl
20th Century French Organic Modern Demi-lune Tables
Wicker, Wood
20th Century American Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Brass
20th Century European Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Leather, Velvet
Late 20th Century Unknown Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Copper
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Leather
Early 2000s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Wood, Leather
1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Leather, Velvet
Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Leather
Late 20th Century American Club Chairs
Leather
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.