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Pair Blue Swiveling Ruched Barrel-Back Lounge Chairs
Pair Blue Swiveling Ruched Barrel-Back Lounge Chairs

Pair Blue Swiveling Ruched Barrel-Back Lounge Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

These plush chairs are so much more than just typical swivel chairs, draws influence from Milo

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Velvet

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs in solid teak, Denmark 1960s
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs in solid teak, Denmark 1960s

Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs in solid teak, Denmark 1960s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a set of 4 stunning Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs with high backs

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Robert Allen Club Chairs Plush English Pair
Robert Allen Club Chairs Plush English Pair

Robert Allen Club Chairs Plush English Pair

By Robert Allen

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Plush Robert Allen English Style Club Chairs Very

Category

1980s Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Velvet, Cotton, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chair with Plush Green Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chair with Plush Green Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chair with Plush Green Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A mid-century modern chair crafted from rich walnut with comfortable green upholstery. Featuring

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1070's Vintage Plush Brown with Chrome Recliner/ Barcalounger Chair
1070's Vintage Plush Brown with Chrome Recliner/ Barcalounger Chair

1070's Vintage Plush Brown with Chrome Recliner/ Barcalounger Chair

By Barcalounger

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1970's Vintage Plush Brown Comfortable Reclining Chair/ Barcalounger. Very comfortable this chair

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Metal

1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs
1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs

1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Mario Bellini, Cassina, Sapporo, Mobil Girgi

Located in Saint Louis, MO

This pair of mid century modern Italian leather club chairs hits all the marks with a high design

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs
1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs

1970s Italian Mid Century Modern Plush Carmel Leather Club Chairs

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Mario Bellini, Cassina, Sapporo, Mobil Girgi

Located in Saint Louis, MO

This pair of mid century modern Italian leather club chairs hits all the marks with a high design

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Modern Shellback Cocktail Chairs reupholstered in Polka Dot plush
Mid Century Modern Shellback Cocktail Chairs reupholstered in Polka Dot plush

Mid Century Modern Shellback Cocktail Chairs reupholstered in Polka Dot plush

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a pair of Mid Century Modern Shellback Cocktail Chairs. The chairs

Category

1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Plush Armchairs with Metal Accents
Mid-Century Modern Plush Armchairs with Metal Accents

Mid-Century Modern Plush Armchairs with Metal Accents

By Milo Baughman

Located in Miami, FL

A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Plush Armchairs with Grey Satin Upgolstery and Metal Accents, Chrome

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Metal

Set of Slipper Chairs by Selig in Plush Mohair, C. 1950s
Set of Slipper Chairs by Selig in Plush Mohair, C. 1950s

Set of Slipper Chairs by Selig in Plush Mohair, C. 1950s

By Selig

Located in Westport, CT

A stunning pair of slipper chairs by Selig, circa 1950s, boasting elegant bronze handles and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Plush Leather Armchairs with Ottoman in Burgundy
Pair of Plush Leather Armchairs with Ottoman in Burgundy

Pair of Plush Leather Armchairs with Ottoman in Burgundy

Located in Dekalb, IL

four legs. The chairs showcase a graceful "wave" silhouette along the base, mirrored in the flowing

Category

20th Century American Edwardian Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather

Max Pearson Executive Lounge Chair by Knoll in Plush Italian Espresso Velvet
Max Pearson Executive Lounge Chair by Knoll in Plush Italian Espresso Velvet

Max Pearson Executive Lounge Chair by Knoll in Plush Italian Espresso Velvet

By Max Pearson, Knoll

Located in Stamford, CT

which we have this Pearson Executive Chair. The Pearson Executive Chair draws inspiration from the

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Chiavari Side Chairs made of solid brass with baby blue plush seats
Pair of Chiavari Side Chairs made of solid brass with baby blue plush seats

Pair of Chiavari Side Chairs made of solid brass with baby blue plush seats

By Chiavari

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking pair of Mid Century Modern Chiavari side chairs. They are

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs in black lacquer and leopard print plush
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs in black lacquer and leopard print plush

Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs in black lacquer and leopard print plush

By Consorzio Sedie Friuli

Located in Beograd, RS

print plush. Made in Italy in the 1950s. The chairs are in nearly excellent condition as they have been

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage Leather Lounge Chair
Vintage Leather Lounge Chair

Vintage Leather Lounge Chair

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This 1970s chrome sling chair combines sleek, sturdy construction with a retro design. The chair

Category

1970s Post-Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Chrome

1960s R Huber Pod Chair
1960s R Huber Pod Chair

1960s R Huber Pod Chair

Located in Victoria, BC

foam, this chair is supportive, plush, and presented in excellent condition. A striking standalone

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Wood

Dakota Jackson Transitional Velvet "Jio" Side Chair
Dakota Jackson Transitional Velvet "Jio" Side Chair

Dakota Jackson Transitional Velvet "Jio" Side Chair

By Dakota Jackson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Transitional "Jio" side chair upholstered in beige velvet by Dakota Jackson. The chair features a

Category

1990s American Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather

Getsuen, Lilly Chair, Designed by Masanori Umeda, Edra Italy
Getsuen, Lilly Chair, Designed by Masanori Umeda, Edra Italy

Getsuen, Lilly Chair, Designed by Masanori Umeda, Edra Italy

By Masanori Umeda, Edra

Located in Palm Desert, CA

inspired by the organic form of a blooming lily. The chair features five plush, petal-like elements

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Steel

Pair of Louis XV Upholstered and Cane Back Chairs
Pair of Louis XV Upholstered and Cane Back Chairs

Pair of Louis XV Upholstered and Cane Back Chairs

Located in Pasadena, TX

scroll detailing, showcasing a classic Louis XV style. The chairs have plush, tufted cushions upholstered

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Wood

Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair
Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair

Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair

By Knoll

Located in Wichita, KS

1988 . These chairs are large in scale and impactful. The plush lounge chairs feature original

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather

Italian Ardea Lounge Chair After A Design By Carlo Mollino
Italian Ardea Lounge Chair After A Design By Carlo Mollino

Italian Ardea Lounge Chair After A Design By Carlo Mollino

By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Zanotta, Carlo Mollino, Ico Parisi

Located in Houston, TX

chair with exaggerated ebonized legs professionally upholstered in plush blue bouclé. This chair was

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Set of 6 Lowenstein Blonde Wood and Black Leather Vintage Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Lowenstein Blonde Wood and Black Leather Vintage Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Lowenstein Blonde Wood and Black Leather Vintage Dining Chairs

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

-glossy finish. Each chair boasts a plush, black leather seat cushion. All chairs have original tagging on

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather, Wood

Barbara Barry for Baker Set of 10 Lacquered Black & White Fabric Dining Chairs
Barbara Barry for Baker Set of 10 Lacquered Black & White Fabric Dining Chairs

Barbara Barry for Baker Set of 10 Lacquered Black & White Fabric Dining Chairs

By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

simple wooden framed design, finished in a gorgeous black lacquered coating. Each chair has a plush

Category

20th Century American Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Boho Cowhide Lounge Chair
Vintage Boho Cowhide Lounge Chair

Vintage Boho Cowhide Lounge Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, showcasing unique patterns and textures. With its classic rolled arms and plush, comfortable form, this chair

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Cowhide, Upholstery, Wood

Modern Decorator Slipper Chair
Modern Decorator Slipper Chair

Modern Decorator Slipper Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning modern slipper chair features a plush upholstered pouf seat with a unique chrome

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs

Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique vintage modern lounge chairs. These plush lounge chairs are upholstered in a comfy fabric

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique vintage modern lounge chairs. These plush lounge chairs are upholstered in a comfy fabric

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in the Louis XVI Style by Dennis & Leen, USA 1980's
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in the Louis XVI Style by Dennis & Leen, USA 1980's

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in the Louis XVI Style by Dennis & Leen, USA 1980's

By Dennis & Leen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

and have beautiful carved details, the seats are plush and very comfortable, these chairs exude

Category

1980s American Louis XVI Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Postmodern Lounge Chairs / Armchairs, a Pair
Postmodern Lounge Chairs / Armchairs, a Pair

Postmodern Lounge Chairs / Armchairs, a Pair

Located in Weehawken, NJ

upholstery. Extremely comfortable chairs with plush cushioning. Very nice condition with light wear from age

Category

1980s Post-Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric

Vintage French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergere Chair, 1940s
Vintage French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergere Chair, 1940s

Vintage French Louis XV Style Giltwood Bergere Chair, 1940s

Located in Houston, TX

. Upholstered in a plush pale yellow velvet, the chair offers both comfort and a sophisticated pop of color

Category

1940s French Louis XV Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood

Vintage French Rattan Lounge Chair with Tufted Cushions, 1960s
Vintage French Rattan Lounge Chair with Tufted Cushions, 1960s

Vintage French Rattan Lounge Chair with Tufted Cushions, 1960s

Located in Houston, TX

This vintage rattan lounge chair showcases elegant bentwood construction with beautifully sculpted

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Boho Velvet Barrel Back Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Boho Velvet Barrel Back Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Boho Velvet Barrel Back Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

lounge chairs. Upholstered in a plush, slate-blue velvet, each chair features a seamless, curved

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s
Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s

Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Teddy Wool, C. 1970s

Located in Westport, CT

espresso tone, enhancing the grain and organic silhouette. Reupholstered in plush teddy wool, the chairs

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Pair of De Sede Lounge Chairs With Ottoman
Pair of De Sede Lounge Chairs With Ottoman

Pair of De Sede Lounge Chairs With Ottoman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

sumptuous leather that has aged gracefully, acquiring a warm, inviting patina. The chairs' plush cushions

Category

1970s Swiss Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather

Italian Chrome + Gray Velvet Lounge Chair, 1970s - 2 Available
Italian Chrome + Gray Velvet Lounge Chair, 1970s - 2 Available

Italian Chrome + Gray Velvet Lounge Chair, 1970s - 2 Available

Located in Chicago, IL

A 1970s Italian lounge chair in dove gray velvet, with a low, generous seat and gently curved back

Category

1970s Italian Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Chrome

Danish Wingback Chair in Crimson Mohair, Mid-Century, Circa 1960
Danish Wingback Chair in Crimson Mohair, Mid-Century, Circa 1960

Danish Wingback Chair in Crimson Mohair, Mid-Century, Circa 1960

Located in Hudson, NY

A substantial Danish Cabinetmaker wingback chair in a plush, luxurious crimson mohair. Chair is in

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs
Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs

Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

comfort. This lovely slipper chair with plush black upholstery cradles the body providing a comfortable

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Sculptural "Bilbao" Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
Sculptural "Bilbao" Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan

Sculptural "Bilbao" Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

comfortable plush seats. Chairs rest on circular swivel plinth black base, fitting underneath with full 360

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of leather lounge chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, c.1990s, USA. The plush lounge

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather

Emerald Green Velvet Slipper Chairs, Art Deco, Brass Trim, Circa 1940
Emerald Green Velvet Slipper Chairs, Art Deco, Brass Trim, Circa 1940

Emerald Green Velvet Slipper Chairs, Art Deco, Brass Trim, Circa 1940

Located in Hudson, NY

Charming, plush, art deco period slipper chairs. New emerald green strie velvet upholstery is

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Brass

'Forum Group' by Harter Slipper Lounge Chairs
'Forum Group' by Harter Slipper Lounge Chairs

'Forum Group' by Harter Slipper Lounge Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning pair of mid-century modern slipper lounge chairs feature plush bright red velvet

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Vintage Olive Tweed Club Chairs
Mid-Century Vintage Olive Tweed Club Chairs

Mid-Century Vintage Olive Tweed Club Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous pair of vintage modern lounge chairs with plush green upholstery and a solid walnut base

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric
1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric

1940s Finnish Art Deco Club Chair with Chevron-Patterned Fabric

Located in Karis, Nyland

plush, the chair offers excellent comfort and presence without overwhelming a space. Its refreshed

Category

1940s Finnish Art Deco Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Heywood Wakefield Stick Wicker Rattan Recliner Lounge Chairs
Pair of Heywood Wakefield Stick Wicker Rattan Recliner Lounge Chairs

Pair of Heywood Wakefield Stick Wicker Rattan Recliner Lounge Chairs

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in West Hartford, CT

. Includes one fixed arm chair and one hard to find reclining lounge chair. Original style plush cushions in

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Lounge Chair
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Lounge Chair

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

New old stock 3-strand ¾ rattan "Kauai" Lounge Chair featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with sloped

Category

1990s American Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Vintage Modern Art Deco Club Chairs
Pair of Vintage Modern Art Deco Club Chairs

Pair of Vintage Modern Art Deco Club Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique pair of matched lounge chairs features plush upholstered club seats with abstract

Category

1970s Art Deco Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Minimalist Solid Pine Lounge Chairs from Ibiza, Spain, 1960s
Minimalist Solid Pine Lounge Chairs from Ibiza, Spain, 1960s

Minimalist Solid Pine Lounge Chairs from Ibiza, Spain, 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Almelo, NL

design. Meticulously fashioned from solid pine, the chairs feature plush, upholstered cushions that

Category

1960s Spanish Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Pine

A Pair of 1950's Italian Slipper Chairs with Faux Fur Covering
A Pair of 1950's Italian Slipper Chairs with Faux Fur Covering

A Pair of 1950's Italian Slipper Chairs with Faux Fur Covering

Located in London, GB

A stylish pair of mid-century Italian slipper chairs, each featuring a sleek chromed frame and

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Club Chairs with Striped Upholstery, Europe Mid-20th Century
Pair of Club Chairs with Striped Upholstery, Europe Mid-20th Century

Pair of Club Chairs with Striped Upholstery, Europe Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

voluptuous body, combining both comfort and bold aesthetics. The chairs’ plushness and generously rounded

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s
Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s

Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Chicago, IL

leather upholstery provides a plush sit.  The chair's sculptural form and transparent elements make it a

Category

1960s French Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

Postmodern Lounge Chair, Curve Accent, Sculptural, Fabric, USA, c. 1980s
Postmodern Lounge Chair, Curve Accent, Sculptural, Fabric, USA, c. 1980s

Postmodern Lounge Chair, Curve Accent, Sculptural, Fabric, USA, c. 1980s

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

neutral fabric with subtle floral texturing, this lounge chair offers plush comfort and visual intrigue

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, 20th Century
Pair of Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, 20th Century

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, 20th Century

By Ico Parisi

Located in NICE, FR

. Featuring gently flared arms, wide angular backs, and plush seating, the chairs offer both visual elegance

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Textile, Wood

Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair in Hardwood & Leather, c. 1950s, unknown
Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair in Hardwood & Leather, c. 1950s, unknown

Brazilian Modern Lounge Chair in Hardwood & Leather, c. 1950s, unknown

Located in New York, NY

finish and adorned with vibrant red leather upholstery. The chair boasts a plush seat and backrest along

Category

20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Plush Vintage Chair

Materials

Leather, Wood

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Plush Vintage Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the plush vintage chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each plush vintage chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect plush vintage chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A plush vintage chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made plush vintage chair over the years, but those crafted by Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin and Brickel Associates are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Plush Vintage Chair?

Prices for a plush vintage chair start at $730 and top out at $14,500 with the average selling for $3,550.

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.

Questions About Plush Vintage Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.