Pair Lolling Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs
Oak
Antique 1780s English George III Chairs
Mahogany, Muslin, Upholstery
Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Side Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Sheraton Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish William IV Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Brass
Antique 1850s Hong Kong Victorian Paintings
Canvas
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21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
Antique 1780s English Bergere Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Side Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Linen
Vintage 1980s Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1810s French Empire Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Side Chairs
Silk, Hardwood, Giltwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Side Chairs
Wood, Walnut
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20th Century American Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Side Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century English Sheraton Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century English Side Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Caribbean Chairs
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Federal Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Irish William IV Armchairs
Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Gothic Side Chairs
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Bergere Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1920s French Empire Gueridon
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Bergere Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s American Federal Armchairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Renaissance Revival Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Mahogany, Ash
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.
- What is a lolling chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lolling chair refers to an upholstered chair with a high-back designed for the user to recline in a relaxed posture, known as “lolling”. The chair first started gaining popularity in the early 19th century. You can shop a collection of antique lolling chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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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