Paisley Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chaise Longues
Bamboo, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Twig
Antique 19th Century Regency Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood
2010s English Wallpaper
Paper
2010s English Wallpaper
Paper
2010s English Curtains and Valances
Linen
2010s English Wallpaper
Linen
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century American Rustic Armchairs
Upholstery, Wicker
Mid-20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cherry
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Ebony
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Antique 1830s English Stools
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Rush, Walnut
Antique 1790s French Directoire Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Club Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Country Loveseats
Upholstery, Beech
Antique 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Corner Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Rocking Chairs
Bamboo, Upholstery
Antique 1890s American Mission Wingback Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Living Room Sets
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century British Gothic Revival Side Chairs
Trimming, Upholstery, Walnut, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Stools
Bone, Cotton
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Upholstery
20th Century Louis XV Side Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown George II Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Foam, Mahogany
2010s British Curtains and Valances
Fabric, Cotton, Linen
2010s British Curtains and Valances
Fabric, Cotton, Linen
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Swivel Chairs
Upholstery, Thread, Wood
Early 2000s Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric
1990s American Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Slipper Chairs
Wood, Wool
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Federal Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Textile, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Empire Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century North American Chairs
Upholstery, Rope
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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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