Paradise Sofa
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Birch
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Birch
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Austrian Sofas
Fabric
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel, Other
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
2010s Austrian Tables
Fabric
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Fabric
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
20th Century Italian Country Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Silk
Antique 19th Century Chinese Textiles
Brocade
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Textiles
Silk, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Uzbek Islamic Textiles
Linen
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Fabric, Rattan
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American Books
Paper
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Birch, Mohair
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas
Beech, Polystyrene
Mid-20th Century Living Room Sets
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Romanian Neoclassical Sofas
Velvet, Beech, Feathers
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Foam, Birch
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Beech, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Birch
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Swedish Sofas
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Birch
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas
Fabric
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Paradise Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Paradise Sofa?
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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