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Rattan, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Rocking Chairs
Wood
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Maple
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
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Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs
Wood
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Wood
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Leather, Wood
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Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Pine
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Wood
Antique 1850s English Campaign Rocking Chairs
Iron
Antique 1850s English Rocking Chairs
Steel
20th Century English Victorian Rocking Chairs
Rattan
Antique 19th Century American Country Rocking Chairs
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Children's Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood
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Canvas, Paint
Antique 1810s English Regency Armchairs
Leather, Oak
Early 2000s English Modern Vases
Art Glass
20th Century American Modern Books
Paper
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
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Ceramic
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Metal, Aluminum
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century American Rocking Chairs
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Rocking Chairs
Pine
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Rocking Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Rocking Chairs
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Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Pine
Antique 1880s American Country Rocking Chairs
Rush, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Maple
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Rocking Chairs
Brass, Steel
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
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Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Painted Furniture
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak, Teak, Wool, Upholstery
Early 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
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Teak
Antique 1890s English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
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Wood
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Leather
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Glass, Maple
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Walnut
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Mahogany
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Aluminum
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Wood, Paint
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Pine
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Leather
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Wood
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Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker, Rattan
20th Century American Books
Paper
20th Century American Books
Paper
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Steel
1990s American Doors and Gates
Steel
Antique 1850s French Egyptian Revival Figurative Sculptures
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Antique 19th Century English Rocking Chairs
Steel, Brass
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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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