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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.
- Who is Kelly Wearstler?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Kelly Wearstler is an American designer who creates furniture, lighting and home decor. She began her career as an interior designer, creating the spaces of many luxury and boutique hotels. Find a selection of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Kelly Wearstler is known for her work as an interior designer and for her brand of furniture, lighting and home accessories. Her designs for the Austin Proper Hotel, the Four Seasons Anguilla and BG Restaurant at Bergdorf Goodman helped solidify her as an innovative American designer. Find a collection of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
- How did Kelly Wearstler start?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Kelly Wearstler started her career as a designer by working as an intern for Milton Glaser in New York and Cambridge Seven Associates in Boston. After moving to Los Angeles and opening her own firm, she worked for real estate developer Brad Korzen, building an impressive portfolio that later helped her win projects from top boutique and luxury hotels. Shop a selection of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Kelly Wearstler has won several prizes. They include spots on the Architectural Digest Top 100 American Designers, the Wallpaper Magazine Top 20 Designers, the ELLE Decor A-List and the Time Magazine The Design Top 100 lists. Shop a variety of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Kelly Wearstler went to school at the Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. After graduation, she worked as an intern for large design firms in Boston and New York before striking out on her own as an interior designer. Find a range of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Kelly Wearstler graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art in the early 1990s. She completed internships with prestigious interior designers in Boston and New York before moving to Los Angeles, where she established her own design firm. Shop a collection of Kelly Wearstler furniture on 1stDibs.
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