German Chair Upholstered
Late 20th Century German Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Acrylic
Late 20th Century German Lounge Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s German Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 1890s German Gothic Revival Side Chairs
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
2010s German Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century German Empire Bergere Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s German Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary German Chairs
Plywood
Antique 1890s German Jugendstil Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century German Chairs
Walnut
2010s German Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary German Armchairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Mohair, Beech
Antique 19th Century German Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 1830s German Neoclassical Bergere Chairs
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century German Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century German Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century German Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary German Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Iron, Metal
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Living Room Sets
Cherry
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary German Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1800s German Biedermeier Bergere Chairs
Cherry
Late 20th Century German Ottomans and Poufs
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Armchairs
Birch, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bronze
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fur, Beech
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fur, Beech
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fur, Beech
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Agate
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric
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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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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