Nakashima Chairs Pair
Vintage 1960s North American Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Walnut
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hickory, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut, Wood
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Hickory, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Modern Side Chairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cherry
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1940s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Modern Loveseats
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Pine, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century American Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
Early 2000s American Modern Stools
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Hickory
Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Lounge Chairs
Hickory, Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
20th Century American Armchairs
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Lounge Chairs
Cherry, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
20th Century American American Craftsman Chairs
Rush, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
20th Century North American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Side Chairs
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs
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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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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