Ribbed Leather Chairs
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cowhide, Hide, Leather, Maple
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass, Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Plastic, Foam
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Fijian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Palmwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century British Regency Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century English Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Stools
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Sofas
Leather, Palmwood
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Leather, Palmwood
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Armchairs
Leather, Palmwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
20th Century Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Settees
Faux Leather, Glass, Bentwood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Chrome, Nickel
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Space Age Lounge Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Blown Glass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Other
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
1990s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sideboards
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Linen, Silk
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs
Rosewood, Leather
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Oak, Leather
20th Century European Stools
Leather
Antique Early 1900s North American Historical Memorabilia
Metal
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century French Chairs
Antique 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Late Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Late Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Late Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Antique 1890s Swedish Late Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Chaise Longues
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stools
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Aluminum, Chrome
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Benches
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique 1830s William IV Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Ostrich Leather, Palmwood
20th Century Club Chairs
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood, Bentwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
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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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
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