Highback Upholstered Chair
2010s Chinese Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Teak
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
2010s American Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
2010s Chinese Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Maple
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Naugahyde, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Burl
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Wool
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
1990s English Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Linen
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Dutch Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Wingback Chairs
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Teak
1990s American Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Textile, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs
Tapestry, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Metal
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Suede
Antique 19th Century European Louis XIV Armchairs
Tapestry, Fruitwood
2010s Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Metal
Vintage 1920s Dutch Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Oak, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Armchairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
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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 an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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