Leather Safari
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1970s Swedish Armchairs
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Maple
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rattan, Leather
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Spanish Colonial Armchairs
Leather, Maple
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Pine
Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Spanish Colonial Lounge Chairs
Jacaranda
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Coats
Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Pakistani Campaign Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Rosewood, Cocobolo
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Birch
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Campaign Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
1960s American Hats
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Pakistani Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
2010s Unknown Modern Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Ash
Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
2010s Italian Decorative Baskets
Leather, Textile, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Chairs
Leather, Linen, Ash
Mid-20th Century European Armchairs
Leather, Wood
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Walnut, Upholstery, Leather
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
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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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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
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Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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