Pair Of Fancy Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Unknown Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century American Classical Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Antique 1820s American Georgian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wingback Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets
Rattan
Vintage 1970s European Louis XVI Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Ash
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Dining Room Tables
Glass, Corian
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Canvas, Oil
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Upholstery, Wood
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Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Wood, Velvet
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Walnut, Giltwood
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Onyx, Marble
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Chaise Longues
Linen, Down
Antique 19th Century Rustic Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Console Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Linen, Giltwood
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Pine
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Early 20th Century American Chairs
Pine, Paint
Antique 1820s American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Rush, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 1820s American Federal Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Side Chairs
Satinwood, Walnut, Satin
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Wood
1990s American Regency Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1800s American Federal Side Chairs
Ash, Hickory
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Side Chairs
Rush, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century North American Modern Lounge Chairs
Cowhide, Leather
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century European Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 1780s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 1780s Dutch Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Giltwood, Cane, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet, Elm
20th Century American Side Chairs
Pine
20th Century French Club Chairs
Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Armchairs
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century English Dining Room Sets
Mid-20th Century English Dining Room Sets
Antique 1860s English Dining Room Sets
Early 20th Century English Dining Room Sets
Late 20th Century Dining Room Sets
Walnut
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Satinwood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Dining Room Sets
Damask, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets
Rattan
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century English Living Room Sets
Vintage 1950s American Living Room Sets
Rattan
Antique 1830s English William IV Sideboards
Walnut
Antique 1830s American Sheraton Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs
Rush, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chairs
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Elm
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Club Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Rush, Wood
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Antique 19th Century American Sheraton Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century American Windows
Wood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1880s English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1820s American American Classical Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Regency Side Chairs
Wood, Paint, Cane
Early 20th Century English Side Chairs
Wood, Cane, Paint
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century American Chairs
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Iron
Antique 1820s American American Classical 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
- 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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