Pair Colonial Chairs
Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Chairs
Wood, Cane
Early 20th Century Caribbean British Colonial Chairs
Mahogany, Cane
Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Cane, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Mexican Chairs
Wood
20th Century Southeast Asian British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Cane, Teak
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1960s American American Colonial Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Scottish Campaign Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Maple
20th Century British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s English Chairs
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century Dutch Colonial Side Chairs
Ebony
Early 20th Century American Colonial Side Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Rosewood, Linen
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century East Asian High Victorian Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique 1890s Asian Chairs
Teak
20th Century Unknown Club Chairs
Teak
20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Reed
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Rococo Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rattan, Rosewood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Maple
Antique Late 17th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Side Chairs
Ebony
Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric, Cane
Antique 1830s American American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Paint, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Spanish Colonial Chairs
Iron
20th Century American American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Wood
20th Century English British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English British Colonial Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Indian Rococo Revival Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Hardwood, Lacquer
Antique Late 18th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary British Chairs
Leather, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary British Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Macassar
Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Side Chairs
Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Side Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century North American American Colonial Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century North American American Colonial Side Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Nutwood, Paint
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Nutwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1920s Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs
Rope, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Colonial Revival Rocking Chairs
Bentwood
Early 20th Century British British Colonial Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Antique 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs
Rope, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Oak
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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, 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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