Mission Style Armchair
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Copper
20th Century Mission Armchairs
Slate
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Slate
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Upholstery, Wicker
Early 20th Century North American Mission Armchairs
Oak
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Copper
Early 20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Leather, Oak
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Armchairs
Leather, Cedar
Late 20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Leather, Cherry, Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Velvet
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood, Wool, Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood, Wool
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood, Wool
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
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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 mission style desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Mission style desks feature sturdy slats and stable legs. Although mission furniture is often made from oak, it comes in a variety of other wood types, as well. The straight lines of this furniture style are known for highlighting the natural grains in the wood. Shop a range of antique and vintage mission style desks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The difference between Craftsman and Mission style comes down to proportions and ornamentation. Pioneered by designer Gustav Stickley, Craftsman is an offshoot of Arts and Crafts-style furniture that features simple, clean lines and emerged as an alternative to opulent Victorian furniture. Mission-style furniture began with designer Joseph McHugh, who drew inspiration from furniture created for a California mission by Bernard Maybeck. Mission furniture tends to have less ornamentation and weightier, more substantial proportions than Craftsman pieces. Shop a large selection of Craftsman and Mission furniture on 1stDibs.
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