Red Serpentine Sofa
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Sofas
Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Silk, Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Silk, Giltwood
20th Century American Rococo Console Tables
Mahogany
2010s Modern Wingback Chairs
Walnut
20th Century French Louis XV Center Tables
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Giltwood
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Ceramic
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Marble, Metal
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Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Wool
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Stools
Aluminum
2010s Chinese Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Side Tables
Travertine, Wrought Iron
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Brass
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Oak, Wood, Walnut
2010s Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Bouclé, Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Wool, Oak
Antique 19th Century German Rococo Mantel Clocks
Porcelain
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Plastic
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Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
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Antique 1750s English Chippendale Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Ultrasuede, Lucite
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Antique 19th Century British Sofas
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Lucite
Antique 1860s European Napoleon III Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Sectional Sofas
Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Sofa Tables
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century European Rococo Revival Settees
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Lucite
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Bouclé
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Antique 1860s English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 1850s English Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Indian Sofas
Wood
Antique 1850s English Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Sofas
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20th Century American Living Room Sets
Reed
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
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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 a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
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