Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Late 20th Century Philippine Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Rattan
1990s American Organic Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Bamboo, Rattan, Cotton, Linen
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Leather, Rattan, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
1980s Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Cotton, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Fabric, Rattan
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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Bohemian Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Upholstery, Rope, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Wood, Birdseye Maple
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Brass
1980s Unknown Art Deco Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Cane, Rattan
1960s Colombian Scandinavian Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Travertine
1980s American Organic Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Rattan, Hardwood, Cane
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
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1990s Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Leather, Rattan
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Rattan
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Cane, Rattan, Chenille
1980s Bohemian Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Bamboo, Cotton, Rattan
Late 20th Century Bohemian Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Iron
Late 20th Century Philippine Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Wicker
1980s Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Bamboo, Rattan, Cotton
1980s Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Leather, Bamboo, Rope
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Wicker
1980s American Adirondack Palecek Retro Rattan Chair
Bamboo
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.