Round Back Cane Chairs
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Cane, Oak
20th Century Side Chairs
Leather, Cane
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Cane
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery, Cane
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Textile, Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Bohemian Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Cane, Wood, Walnut
Antique 1860s American Adirondack Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Cane, Ash
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rosewood, Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Brazilian Dining Room Chairs
Jacaranda
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Empire Dining Room Chairs
Bronze
Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Cane, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Space Age Chairs
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Cane, Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Side Chairs
Chrome
20th Century American American Classical Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Cane, Maple
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Burl
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Maple
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Mahogany
2010s American Louis XV Chairs
Linen, Cane, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Ash
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Ash
Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Chairs
Cane, Hardwood, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Neoclassical Side Chairs
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chairs
Wood
2010s German Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Unknown Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood, Ash
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Streamlined Moderne Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Reed, Canvas
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Cane, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Antique Late 17th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Side Chairs
Ebony
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
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