$3,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Napoleon III Slipper Chairs, French Upholstery, Multi-Striped, c. 1870
Located in Pasadena, CA
The contrasting small back pillows are in a custom Ralph Lauren Paisley fabric. These chairs would incorporate into either a modern design or a more traditional scheme--from fireplac...
Brass
Ralph Lauren 'Florence' Ottoman in Buckthorn Paisley Fabric with Nailhead Trim
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A richly detailed and beautifully tailored storage ottoman by Ralph Lauren, upholstered in the iconic Buckthorn Paisley fabric.
Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 30 in W 20 in D 19 in
Beautiful Slipper Chair, Upholstered in Ralph Lauren Paisley Frabic
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Vintage chair newly reupholstered with a beautiful blue Ralph Lauren paisley fabric. Solid frame, very comfortable chair.
Sold
H 29 in W 32.5 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs in Ralph Lauren Paisley Fabric Upholstery
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern pair of cube armchairs upholstered in black and cream Ralph Lauren paisley fabric. The chairs were made during the 1970s and the legs have been recently painted bl...
Upholstery, Wood
Ralph Lauren 'Florence' Storage Ottoman in Buckthorn Paisley Fabric
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A dramatic and tailored Ralph Lauren Home "Florence" storage ottoman, upholstered in Ralph Lauren's "Buckthorn Paisley Port". The ottoman is made in Italy and finished with an oversi...
Brass
Y2K Ralph Lauren Blue Label Orange Hankerchief Dress
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous summer dress in classic Ralph Lauren style. Orange bright paisley silk fabric with a bias slip fit, drop waist and hankerchief flowy skirt.
Set of Four Vintage Rattan Pretzel Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A great looking vintage set of four rattan pretzel chairs including three matching club chairs and one reclining larger chair with new paisley Ralph Lauren fabric on the cushions. M...
Bamboo
Chair and Ottoman Upholstered in Wool Paisley Fabric
Located in Summerland, CA
Very comfortable chair and ottoman. Newly upholstered in Ralph Lauren soft wool paisley fabric. Matching ottoman on wheels, trimmed with large bullion fringe.
Upholstery, Wool
Pair of Fabulous Mid-Century Bergeres **SATURDAY SALE**
Located in Middleburg, VA
A fabulous pair of dramatic, stylized mid-century bergeres, custom painted in chinese red and newly upholstered in luxurious Ralph Lauren paisley inspired fabric. These fantastic ch...
Fabric, Paint, Wood
Babylone Ottoman Pouf in Cashmere by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The 3-tiered Babylone pouf is made with an oak structure, high-density foam, and upholstered in velvet (LG.FB-35) with a base made of brushed brass. Made in France.
Brass
$1,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.93 in W 20.87 in D 25.99 in
1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pretty Napoleon III fireside slipper chair, with deep-buttoned back rest, luxurious yellow velvet upholstery and a plush sprung seat. Dating from around 1860-80, this gorgeous and ...
Wood, Velvet
$4,874
H 17.13 in W 57.09 in D 32.29 in
Grand-Scale Ottoman in Floral Lampas Wool Epinglé, Lyonnaise Style, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Of English origin, this piece represents the peak of the late 19th-century country house aesthetic, blending a sturdy British frame with a sophisticated Continental-style textile. ...
Brass
$5,779
H 14.97 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Susan Osbourne Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions
Located in London, GB
The Susan Osbourne ottoman is constructed with hand-tied coil springs and traditional upholstery, incorporating rubberised hair and latex over a solid beechwood frame, raised on turn...
Fabric, Upholstery, Natural Fiber, Beech
Panache for Michael Taylor Cut Velvet Upholstered Bench Ottoman
By Michael Taylor
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Panache for Michael Taylor Cut Velvet Upholstered Bench Ottoman
Wood
$5,400 / set
H 31 in W 21 in D 28 in
Pair of Napoleon III Slipper Chairs, 1830s, France, Newly Reupholstered Fabric
Located in New York, NY
We love the elegant simplicity of this pair of antique Napoleon III slipper chairs, discovered in the South of France and newly upholstered LaRue Stripe fabric in midnight. With high...
Upholstery
Pair of French Napoleon III Library Chairs, C. 1860
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant pair of French Napoleon III library chairs featuring gracefully raked backs, generous scrolled arms, and finely turned ebonized feet. The chairs retain the refined proport...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
A Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of 19th century French library chairs in the Napoleon III taste, distinguished by their elegant proportions and classic turned legs. Crafted with a solid hardwood fram...
Fabric, Silk, Hardwood
$3,612
H 34.26 in W 25.6 in D 26.38 in
Large French Late Napoléon III Slipper Chair/Chauffeuse, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A remarkably generous French transitional Napoleon III to Belle Époque period chauffeuse, circa 1880. This piece is distinguished by its uncommonly grand proportions and a deep, comf...
Brass
$1,500
H 19 in W 38 in D 38 in
Fancy Sandwich Style Upholstered Pouf Ottoman Hassock Tassels Decorated MINT
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fancy Sandwich Style Upholstered Pouf Ottoman Hassock Tassels Decorated MINT
Upholstery
Pair Of Antique Provincial French Slipper Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine pair of Custom upholstered Slipper Chairs having a Blue and White Stripe fabric with nail head trim. The black and green painted frames with Cabriole legs, shaped Stretcher an...
Fabric, Wood
$2,195
H 19.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Traditional Large Octagon Ottoman with Floral Tapestry Button Tufted Cushion Top
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Traditional large sized ottoman composed of an octagon frame with straight cylindrical wood legs upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric bearing a button tufted cus...
Tapestry, Wood
$2,150 / set
H 31.25 in W 20.25 in D 25 in
Pair of French Louis XV Style Distressed Accent Chairs With Striped Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 31 1/4in W: 20 1/4in D: 25in SH: 19in This is a very nice pair of French Louis XV Style Distressed Accent Chairs With Striped Upholstery. They are finely carved and ...
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Victorian Striped Upholstered Chairs, Circa 1890s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Eastlake Parlor chair from the Victorian Era approximately the late 1880's - 1890's with original wood front wheels. Very Good Condition. Professionally Re-Upholstered a few ...
Upholstery, Mahogany
French 19th Century Louis XVI Solid Walnut Upholstery Stool
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant French walnut stool with finely carved fluted legs, floral corner blocks, curved apron, and ornate patterned upholstery finished with decorative nailhead trim. A refined exam...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
European Napoleon III Striped Velvet & Fringe Boudoir Chair
By George Smith
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Lovely, petite velvet boudoir chair in the style of George Smith with stripe velvet upholstery, fringe and nailheads. Small scale yet comfortable for adult use. Not marked or signed.
Upholstery, Wood
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Napoli Reproduction Club Chair in Natural Cotton Canvas
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Over 2000 items in stock, scroll down and select view all to see our current ready to ship furniture and accessories! Price is per item, this is custom made to order. We do have 1 fl...
Canvas, Cotton, Wood
$16,090 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...
Wood
Barbara Barry for Baker Art Deco Slipper Chair
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in New York, NY
Classic Art Deco, Hollywood Regency style slipper chair, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, circa 1980/90's. This voguish chair is in excellent, original, clean and ready...
Upholstery, Wood
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
$1,155Sale Price|30% Off
H 57.13 in W 33.75 in D 15.5 in
Antique Chinoiserie Painted Cabinet Circa. 1930's
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fulton, CA
Hand painted Chinoiserie 2 door cabinet. America, circa. 1930's. In the manner of Baker Furniture.
Walnut, Fir
Alma Upholstered Accent Chair in Faux Mohair Velvet
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is our french havane, a warm honey, caramel t...
Metal
French Armchair in Princeton Ticking
Located in Faversham, GB
A 19th century French Napoleon III square back armchair with a low back and a wide generous seat. The beech frame is raised on turned ebony legs complemented with brass castors to t...
Calico, Linen, Beech
Linen Arm Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chair. This French inspired chair is based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon tha...
Linen
Antique English Regency Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, Circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Regency Mahogany Secretary bookcase, Circa 1890.
Glass, Mahogany
$5,690 / item
H 52.5 in W 76.5 in D 80 in
Louis Solid Oak French Carved King Size Bed Upholstered in Natural Linen
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Meet our stunning King French Oak Bed, a beautifully replicated Louis XVI bed made from white oak with meticulous attention to detail. Each intricate carving is embellished with love...
Linen, Oak
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in P...
Velvet
Ralph Lauren Pair of Hand Embroidered Silk Down Pillows
Located in Water Mill, NY
29" pair of silk and down pillows made from hand embroidered on silk with fringe
Silk
$33,955
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
$20,196
H 30.32 in W 67.72 in D 37.01 in
Large Antique Napoleon III Writing Desk, Ebonized Wood & Brass, France, 1860
Located in London, Park Royal
A refined French Napoléon III writing desk, crafted in ebonized wood and detailed with fine brass inlay, dating to circa 1860. The piece reflects the decorative precision of the per...
Bronze
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.
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