Mattress Cushion
Antique Early 19th Century American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Daybeds
Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Chaise Longues
Steel
Vintage 1970s Daybeds
Wicker
Late 20th Century French Organic Modern Daybeds
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s European Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Daybeds
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Italian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Ruby, Quartz, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Benches
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Daybeds
Fabric, Hardwood
2010s American Minimalist Benches
Travertine, Marble, Brass, Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Pine
20th Century French Empire Revival Chaise Longues
Linen, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Aluminum, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique 1820s French Bedroom Sets
Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Daybeds
Oak
2010s Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Textile
2010s Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Metal, Other
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Velvet
Antique 1810s French Empire Bedroom Sets
Bronze
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Elm, Upholstery
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Daybeds
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak, Fabric
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Beech, Oak
2010s British Post-Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Daybeds
2010s British Post-Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Beds and Bed Frames
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Daybeds
Teak
2010s British Post-Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Walnut
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Walnut
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Oak, Linen
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
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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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