Modern Cinema Chair
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
20th Century English Edwardian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1990s Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s French Organic Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Suede
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Brass
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Club Chairs
Cotton, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Mohair, Silk, Velvet
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Beech, Plywood
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
2010s French Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Foam
Vintage 1980s American Prints
Wood, Paint, Paper
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Brass, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Porcelain
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Glass
Porcelain
2010s French Organic Modern Tables
Fabric
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak, Glass
Early 2000s Dutch Modern More Clocks
Other
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tea Sets
Porcelain
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Bowls
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Platters and Serveware
Porcelain
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Iron
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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