Low Couch Chair
Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Early 2000s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1970s European Space Age Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass, Metal
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Wood, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan, Birch, Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric, Foam
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s French Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s French Sofas
Leather
2010s American Modern Sofas
Walnut
2010s German Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
2010s German Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Iron
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s American Modern Sofas
Walnut
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Jacquard, Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Reed, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Danish Sofas
Leather, Textile
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rope, Teak
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Wool
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Linen, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Steel
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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 a low chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A low chair is called a slipper chair. When these chairs began being manufactured in Europe in the late 17th century, they were often used by people putting on their slippers or shoes, giving the accent chairs their name. Slipper chairs were especially popular during the Victorian era, when they were often clad in silk or velvet and adorned with decorative flourishes like tassels and embroidery. During the 1950s, American designer Billy Baldwin reimagined the slipper chair with a simpler look that reflected mid-century modern design principles. Shop a selection of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There is no rule that says accent chairs should be a different color than your couch. Many people do choose accent chairs in a different hue to liven up their seating areas. However, you could also go the tonal route with matching pieces and then add more color through home décor like throw pillows. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
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