Leather Work Chair
1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique 1890s French Country Industrial and Work Tables
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1920s Georgian Chairs
Leather
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s American Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs
Leather, Ebony
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s North American Chairs
Brass, Bronze
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s French Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Metal
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Leather, Ash
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Leather, Ash
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Renaissance Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 18th Century English Regency Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century European Chairs
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s French Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- How does the Zig Zag chair work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gerrit Rietveld’s iconic minimalist Zig Zag Chair, designed in the 1930s, features a legless design composed of four dovetailed, interlocking wooden panels at mathematically precise angles with very few nuts and bolts. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of expertly-vetted Zig Zag chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
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