Rosemary Hallgarten
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Armchairs
Mohair, Wood
Antique 1890s English Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Wool, Alpaca, Teak, Walnut
Antique 1820s English Armchairs
Cotton
Vintage 1970s German Chaise Longues
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Aluminum
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 1880s British Victorian Armchairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs
Velvet
Antique 1870s British High Victorian Armchairs
Brass
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak, Walnut, Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bamboo
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Rush, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Walnut, Fabric
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
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Vintage 1950s English Club Chairs
Antique 1850s English Victorian Armchairs
Alpaca, Bouclé
Antique 1840s English Victorian Armchairs
Alpaca, Rosewood
Antique 1890s English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Alpaca
20th Century Italian Daybeds
Wool, Alpaca
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Faux Fur, Walnut
20th Century American Armchairs
Mohair, Upholstery
Antique 1860s English Victorian Armchairs
Wool, Mahogany
20th Century North American Sofas
Wool, Alpaca
20th Century Italian Armchairs
Mohair
20th Century Italian Sofas
Steel, Nickel
20th Century Dutch Sofas
Wool
Early 20th Century English Armchairs
Linen, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Bouclé
Antique 19th Century English Slipper Chairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Mohair, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Alpaca
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Alpaca
Antique Early 1900s English Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Loveseats
Mohair
Antique 18th Century English Benches
Mohair, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
20th Century Italian Sofas
Metal
20th Century Italian Armchairs
Brass
20th Century English Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Alpaca, Bouclé, Wood, Maple
20th Century English Wingback Chairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wool, Alpaca, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Pillows and Throws
Alpaca
20th Century Danish Armchairs
Wool, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool, Upholstery
2010s Austrian Armchairs
Fabric
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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.
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