Retro Task Chair
1960s American Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1960s American Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1960s American Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1990s American Post-Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Plastic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Bronze
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Upholstery, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Brass
1990s Swiss Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather, Plastic
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
1980s Spanish Post-Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Upholstery
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Metal, Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Cowhide, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather, Hardwood, Wood
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
1990s American Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Modern Retro Task Chair
Metal
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Retro Task Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather, Wood, Walnut
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Chrome
1950s American Retro Task Chair
Chrome
1990s American Post-Modern Retro Task Chair
Plastic
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Aluminum
1980s Belgian Modern Retro Task Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Wood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Leather, Wood
1980s Contemporary Retro Task Chair
Lithograph
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Steel
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Lambskin, Teak
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Birch, Laminate
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Wood, Hardwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Task Chair
Metal
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Elm
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Elm
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Task Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Abstract Retro Task Chair
Lithograph
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
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