Ostrich Chair
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Brass
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Chrome
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Maple
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1980s American Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Animal Skin
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass, Chrome, Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Ostrich Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Neoclassical Side Chairs
Bronze
20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Swivel Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Ostrich Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bronze
2010s South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Bouclé, Feathers
2010s South African Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Feathers, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
20th Century French Empire Armchairs
Wood
2010s Italian Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1890s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Silver
Antique 1820s Great Britain (UK) George IV Armchairs
Elm, Yew
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Living Room Sets
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Vases
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers
Art Glass
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers
Crystal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers
Crystal, Enamel
Antique 1850s German Art Nouveau Wine Coolers
Metal
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Table Mirrors
Metal
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Table Mirrors
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Crystal, Metal
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique 1880s German Art Nouveau Serving Bowls
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Bronze
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Vases
Metal
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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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