Magnificent Sofa
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Walnut
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Linen, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sofas
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Early 18th Century French Empire Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery, Mirror
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century French Canapes
Beech, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Raffia, Rattan, Hardwood
20th Century French Sofas
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Giltwood
Vintage 1980s American Sofas
Nickel
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Living Room Sets
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 lounge furniture cannot be overstated. Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other seating — 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 styles in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other furnishings — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring 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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.