Minimalism Chairs
2010s French Modern Chairs
Ash
Antique 1850s Burmese Primitive Chairs
Wood
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Steel
2010s American Chairs
Walnut, Ash, Maple, Oak
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Danish Club Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Ash, Walnut
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Chairs
Iron
2010s Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s American Chairs
Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Leather, Textile, Hardwood
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Chairs
Oak
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood, Hardwood, Leather
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Other
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Cane
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cotton, Mahogany
2010s Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak, Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s American Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s Mexican Scandinavian Modern Furniture
Fabric, Textile, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Ash
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Cane, Upholstery, Textile, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Wood, Hardwood, Cane, Textile, Upholstery
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Paint
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Cane, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Cane, Hardwood
2010s American Chairs
Maple, Walnut, Oak, Ash
Antique 1880s Austrian Primitive Chairs
Wood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Hardwood, Leather
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chairs
Metal
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s Club Chairs
Stainless 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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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