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Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat by Hickory
Located in Pomona, CA
Chesterfield style burgundy color tufted leather loveseat.
Category

Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech & leather loveseat, circa 1960's. Soft and supple, yet durable enough to ensure years of
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Beech

  • Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
  • Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
H 32 in. W 59 in. D 32 in.
Vintage Art Deco Leather Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage art deco leather loveseat manufactured in the united states, circa 1970s. This beautiful
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Faux Leather

  • Vintage Art Deco Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Art Deco Leather Loveseat
  • Vintage Art Deco Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Art Deco Leather Loveseat
H 32.25 in. W 48.25 in. D 34.5 in.
Ekornes Midcentury Danish Teak Leather Loveseat
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Countryside, IL
Ekornes midcentury Danish teak leather loveseat This loveseat measures: 60 wide x 33 deep x 34
Category

1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Italian Leather Loveseat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome Italian leather settee / loveseat in brown leather with wonderful patina Italy, circa
Category

1970s Italian Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Italian Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Italian Leather Loveseat
  • Italian Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Italian Leather Loveseat
H 29 in. W 63 in. D 37 in.
Vintage Leather Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Combining leather upholstery with wooden frames, this vintage couch offers comfortable seating
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Wood

  • Vintage Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Leather Loveseat
  • Vintage Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Leather Loveseat
H 31 in. W 50 in. D 32 in.
Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish loveseat, circa 1960s. Soft, supple vintage butterscotch leather is still durable
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
H 29.5 in. W 56.5 in. D 31 in.
Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
Located in Pomona, CA
Tufted leather chesterfield style loveseat.
Category

1980s American Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
  • Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Chesterfield Style Leather Loveseat
H 31 in. W 66 in. D 36 in.
Vintage Red Leather Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Comfortable and vibrant, this vintage loveseat is upholstered in leather making it durable and easy
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Vintage Red Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Red Leather Loveseat
  • Vintage Red Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Red Leather Loveseat
H 30.5 in. W 53 in. D 33 in.
Chrome and Leather Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a combination of vivid orange leather and a chrome frame, this loveseat features a comfortable
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Chrome

  • Chrome and Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Chrome and Leather Loveseat
  • Chrome and Leather Loveseat
  • Retro Chrome and Leather Loveseat
H 30.5 in. W 60 in. D 31 in.
Percival Lafer Patchwork Leather Loveseat
By Percival Lafer
Located in Burbank, CA
This Percival Lafer loveseat in Dark Chocolate Leather was originally purchased in Brazil and later
Category

1970s Brazilian Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Niels Bendtsen for Niels Eilersen Mid Century Lotus Leather Loveseat and Ottoman
By Niels Eilersen
Located in Countryside, IL
Niels Bendtsen for Niels Eilersen Mid Century Lotus leather loveseat and ottoman. This loveseat
Category

1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern De Sede Leather Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic De Sede loveseat, great size for many rooms. Great condition, nice patina on original
Category

1970s Swiss Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 66 Cream Leather Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely cream leather De Sede DS 66 loveseat with espresso accent piping. Soft and comfortable
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • De Sede DS 66 Cream Leather Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 66 Cream Leather Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 66 Cream Leather Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 66 Cream Leather Loveseat
H 31 in. W 60 in. D 36 in.
Nicoletti Salotti Postmodern Black Leather Loveseat Sofa
Located in Staten Island, NY
Nicoletti Salotti Postmodern Black Leather Loveseat Sofa
Category

1980s Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Pair of Mid-Century Baxter Furniture Leather Loveseats
By Baxter Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
Not one, but two Baxter Furniture loveseats in worn Cognac leather. These are comfortable vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Danish Mid-Century Modern Button Tufted Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish modern loveseat, circa 1960's. Soft and supple original brown leather with button
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Pair of Mogens Hansen Black Pebbled Leather Loveseats
By Mogens Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
An attractive pair of Danish modern two-seater loveseats in black pebbled leather, by Mogens Hansen
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Beech

1980s Alpa Salotti Italian Pop Modern Teal Leather Loveseat Sofa
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Media, PA
A vintage Alpa Salotti / Nicoletti loveseat sofa upholstered in vibrant teal leather. A brilliant
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

'Negresco' Post-Modern Adjustable Leather Loveseat by Bernard Massot, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful red leather Post-Modern loveseat sofa designed by Bernard Massot and produced by
Category

1980s French Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Chrome

'Bounty' Leather Loveseat by L. Davanzati for The Pace Collection, 1980s
By Lorenzo Forges Davanzati, Elam, Pace Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mood or to better suit a view. The back is finished with tufted leather making this loveseat look
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Leather "Model 2212" Loveseat By Borge Mogensen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish "Model 2212" ox blood leather loveseat by Borge Mogensen circa 1960's. Original rust
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish modern loveseat, circa 1960s. Soft and supple, yet durable enough to ensure years of
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
  • Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
H 30.5 in. W 70 in. D 32 in.
English Rolled Arm Button Tufted Leather Love Seat Sofa
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
English-made vintage rolled-arm button-tufted ox blood leather loveseat or sofa.
Category

Mid-20th Century English Victorian Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Two-Piece Midcentury Italian Cappuccino Color Loveseat
By Carlo De Carli
Located in New York, NY
Two-piece sleek midcentury light cappuccino color faux leather loveseats with elegant shaped
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Brass

Adriano Piazzesi Sofa
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome Adriano Piazzessi Italian leather loveseat / sofa with curved tufted sides and chrome
Category

1970s Italian Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Adriano Piazzesi Sofa
  • Adriano Piazzesi Sofa
  • Adriano Piazzesi Sofa
  • Adriano Piazzesi Sofa
H 26 in. W 61 in. D 32 in.
Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Leather
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish modern loveseat, circa 1960s. Leather is soft and supple while also being durable to
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Vintage Leather De Sede DS-18 Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful vintage loveseat, De Sede DS-18 in black leather, circa 1980s. This De Sede loveseat has
Category

1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Vintage Leather De Sede DS-18 Loveseat
  • Vintage Leather De Sede DS-18 Loveseat
  • Vintage Leather De Sede DS-18 Loveseat
  • Vintage Leather De Sede DS-18 Loveseat
H 29 in. W 62 in. D 35 in.
Fredrik Kayser Loveseat in Leather and Teak
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
maintaining two separate seats. The amber-tan leather and foam are new. Arm height: 20.1" Seat height (at
Category

1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Brass

  • Fredrik Kayser Loveseat in Leather and Teak
  • Fredrik Kayser Loveseat in Leather and Teak
  • Fredrik Kayser Loveseat in Leather and Teak
  • Fredrik Kayser Loveseat in Leather and Teak
H 29.25 in. W 51.5 in. D 26 in.
De Sede Ds 2011 Loveseat in Grey Leather
By De Sede
Located in Basel, BS
Very gorgeous and sought after De Sede sofa design. This gray color is a rare and beautiful version, and this one is in great shape. Shows well with other post modern and mid century...
Category

1980s Swiss Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Tufted Leather Wingback Loveseat in the Style of Chippendale
Located in New York, NY
Tufted, original, leather wingback loveseat in the style of Chippendale. Has a high back, wood legs
Category

1960s Unknown Chippendale Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Wood

Adriano Piazzesi Loveseat
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian leather settee by ADRIANO PIAZZESI, circa 1960's. Part of a set with matching 4 seat sofa
Category

1970s Italian Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Adriano Piazzesi Loveseat
  • Adriano Piazzesi Loveseat
  • Adriano Piazzesi Loveseat
  • Adriano Piazzesi Loveseat
H 33 in. W 62 in. D 42 in.
Gae Aulenti Loveseat in Top Grain Blue Aniline Leather
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Seattle, WA
Loveseat from Gae Aulenti’s eponymous 1976 collection for Knoll. Low, horizontal design features a
Category

1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Steel

De Sede Ds 2011 Loveseat in Dark Blue Leather
By De Sede
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
1970s Dark blue leather sofa by De Sede. Made in Switzerland. An impressive design with a solid
Category

1970s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Steel

Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated, and voguish loveseat sofa, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. This example
Category

Late 20th Century American International Style Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Chic Mid-Century Modern Green Leather Sofa / Loveseat by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Chic and playful Mid-Century Modern loveseat / sofa made in Switzerland by master leather ateliers
Category

1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Stylish Contemporary Modern Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique loveseat features heavy chrome frame, plush vinyl upholstery, and a stylish modern
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Chrome

  • Stylish Contemporary Modern Loveseat
  • Stylish Contemporary Modern Loveseat
  • Stylish Contemporary Modern Loveseat
  • Stylish Contemporary Modern Loveseat
H 33 in. W 53 in. D 32 in.
Black Leather Italian Design Cini Boeri 'Brigadier' Loveseats for Knoll
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian design armchair, Brigadier, Cini Boeri, Gavina Knoll, Italy 1980s Black, black high-gloss lacquered wooden frame This award winning Cini Boeri design from her Brigadie...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

'Ilona' Safari Style Leather Sling Loveseat by Arne Norell, circa 1970
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Arne Norell 'Ilona' loveseat features thick saddle leather slings with straps and
Category

1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Arne Norell Safari Loveseat Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Arne Norell Loveseat sofa. Safari style. Rich brown tone.
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Arne Norell Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Safari Loveseat Sofa
H 32 in. W 61 in. D 28 in.
Ate van Apeldoorn Custom Solid Iroko Loveseat with Leather Cushions and Outlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
extremely heavy solid wood sofa. The loveseat has leather cushions and headrest cushions can velcro off
Category

1980s Dutch Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Teak

Vintage Modern Cartwright Loveseat Pair
By Cartwright Llc
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair stunning Le Corbusier LC2 style vintage loveseat/settee. The LC2 is a truly classic and
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Chrome

  • Vintage Modern Cartwright Loveseat Pair
  • Vintage Modern Cartwright Loveseat Pair
  • Vintage Modern Cartwright Loveseat Pair
  • Vintage Modern Cartwright Loveseat Pair
H 48.5 in. W 55 in. D 30 in.
Original Cognac Leather Solid Teak Danish Loveseat Sofa by A. Mikael Laursen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Percival Lafer, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Scandinavian Modern loveseat sofa. This hefty brute won't creek, wobble or bow under the weight of your guests
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Teak

Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat or Two-person Sofa. Made in Sweden. Original leather cushions
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Beech

  • Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Sofa
  • Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Sofa
H 28.5 in. W 59 in. D 30 in.
1988 Loveseat White Leather by Walter Leeman Memphis Style, Sormani, Italy
By Sormani, Walter Leeman
Located in Arosio, IT
hole in a hidden part underneath the seat. Leather condition is perfect in color and shape. A
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Metal

Percival Lafer Style Brutalist Bamboo Loveseat
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Percival Lafer style brutalist bamboo loveseat with cognac leather cushions. In original condition
Category

1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi Loveseat and Chair in Dark Cognac Leather, Italy
By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli
Located in Berlin, DE
Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi loveseat and chair in dark cognac leather, Italy Leather Armchair
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Fritz Hansen Loveseat by Poul Kjaerholm PK31-2
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish loveseat by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen. Beautiful mid-century design in a strong metal
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Fritz Hansen Loveseat by Poul Kjaerholm PK31-2
  • Fritz Hansen Loveseat by Poul Kjaerholm PK31-2
  • Fritz Hansen Loveseat by Poul Kjaerholm PK31-2
  • Fritz Hansen Loveseat by Poul Kjaerholm PK31-2
H 27.75 in. W 54.25 in. D 26.25 in.
Aura Sofa Loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Aura sofa loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann.
Category

1980s Austrian Post-Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • Aura Sofa Loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann
  • Aura Sofa Loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann
  • Aura Sofa Loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann
  • Aura Sofa Loveseat by Paolo Piva for Wittmann
H 32.68 in. W 64.97 in. D 36.23 in.
Loveseat in Solid Fruitwood & Leather by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
hardwoods with hand-tooled leather slings this exquisite sofa is sure to steal the show in any space it
Category

1960s Ecuadorean International Style Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Fruitwood

1970s Space Age Baseball Glove Curved Sofa Loveseat
By Airborne International, Michel Cadestin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
straps. Ulphostered a vintage baseball glove faux leather. Extra light weight sofa but strong and sturdy
Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

De Sede DS 47 2 Seat Sofa or Loveseat
By De Sede
Located in San Angelo, TX
This is the stunning and iconic Mid-Century Modern Swiss extendable De Sede DS 47 buffalo leather 2
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

  • De Sede DS 47 2 Seat Sofa or Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 47 2 Seat Sofa or Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 47 2 Seat Sofa or Loveseat
  • De Sede DS 47 2 Seat Sofa or Loveseat
H 28 in. W 54 in. D 22 in.
Rare Vintage Leathercraft Inc. Cream Loveseat Made in North Carolina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Absolutely love this piece! She’s so comfy and stylish. Loveseat is in great condition.  
Category

1980s American Organic Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Modern Loveseat Attributed to Thayer Coggin
Located in East Hampton, NY
leather straps which create a sling supporting the pillows on the seats and backs.... very comfortable.
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Leather Loveseat

Mid-Century Modern Cube Loveseat Sofa in off White Nubby Linen
By Milo Baughman, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern cube low loveseat sofa in off white nubby linen Upholstery with brown leather
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather, Linen

Loveseat. Børge Mogensen, Two-Pers, Coupe Sofa Model 2192
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Hudson, NY
Børge Mogensen sofa.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Leather

Midcentury Italian Loveseat in the Style of Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern sofa boasts a sculpted oak frame with curved armrests and angled legs. A sleek and comfortable design covered in green vinyl. This wonderful Paolo Buffa ...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Loveseat by Hein Salomonson for AP Polak, Netherlands, circa 1950
By Hein Salomonson
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning loveseat designed by Hein Salomonson, manufactured by AP Polak, Netherlands circa 1950
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Metal, Chrome

De Sede Ds-142 Loveseat Black on Black by Winfried Totzek, 1988
By De Sede
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
use this sofa as a chaise lounge. Hand built and upholstered in stunning soft black aniline leather
Category

1980s Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Metal

'Wave' Suede Loveseat by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia, c. 1978, Signed
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti, Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
its current suede for a casual, laid-back vibe. This eye catching leather 'Wave' loveseat sofa by
Category

1980s Italian Modern Retro Leather Loveseat

Materials

Steel

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Retro Leather Loveseat For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro leather loveseat for your home. A retro leather loveseat — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the retro leather loveseat you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right retro leather loveseat, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made retro leather loveseat has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by De Sede, Leolux and Gerard Van Den Berg are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro Leather Loveseat?

Prices for a retro leather loveseat start at $420 and top out at $38,000 with the average selling for $3,500.

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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.