Knot Sofa
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Metal
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Sofa Tables
Copper
Late 20th Century American Regency Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Leather, Beech
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede, Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Hardwood
2010s Arts and Crafts Sofas
Foam, Wood
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Hardwood
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery, Maple
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fiberglass, Velvet
Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Hardwood
Antique 18th Century American Sheraton Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Mahogany, Maple, Down, Feathers
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
2010s American Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Fabric, Down, Maple, Mahogany, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Down, Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery, Maple
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique 18th Century American Sofas
Maple, Abalone, Down, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute, Fabric
2010s North Korean Minimalist Stools
Textile, Cotton, Thread
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Armchairs
Walnut
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Asian Kilim Pillows and Throws
Goatskin, Fabric, Wool, Linen, Hemp, Down, Feathers
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Bamboo, Rattan, Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Cane, Chestnut
Vintage 1970s Turkish Bohemian Turkish Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Vintage 1970s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles
Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Textiles
Silk, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Textiles
Linen, Silk, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Cotton, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Linen, Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Linen, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
20th Century Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
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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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