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2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Leather, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Rosewood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Rosewood, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary German Rocking Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood, Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Palisander
Late 20th Century French Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Palisander, Leather
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality lounge furniture cannot be overstated. Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other seating — 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 styles in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other furnishings — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring 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.
- Should sofa and chairs match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, a sofa and chair can match. The choice to match a sofa and chairs is really a matter of preference. General design wisdom recommends against matching your sofa and chairs, however. Juxtaposition can create an interesting sense of diversity in your space — express yourself with a provocative mix of sizes and profiles. Find all kinds of sofas and chairs on 1stDibs to get started.
- What are barrel chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Barrel chairs have high, semicircular backs which form a single piece with the arms.
- What does swivel chair mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Ergonomic chairs, which are sculpted with a lumbar support curvature, are the best office chairs for lower back pain.
- What is tufted leather?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Tufted leather is leather with patterned dimples or depressions. This look is achieved by forming indents and securing these indents with buttons or knots. The raised sections in between the indents are called “tufts.”
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
- What is a Hitchcock chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hitchcock chairs are 19th century-style chairs that were popular in the middle class as an emblem of social mobility. The chairs were affordable due to their easily mass-produced stenciling technique that replaced earlier painting designs.
- What is a Bergere chair?1 Answer
- What is a bentwood chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is a cane chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cane chairs feature a woven pattern on either the seat or the back. They're called “cane” chairs because the woven part is made of cane, which is basically the skin of a rattan vine. Once it's peeled off, it's woven into the intricate pattern for furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chiavari chairs became popular after they were used at the wedding reception for John and Jackie Kennedy. Since then, as they have been used at the Oscars and other celebrity ceremonies they have only gained more traction.
- Why is it called a carver chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. Carver is said to have owned a dining chair with armrests. This theory has been challenged, however, as John Carver may have died before the first carver chairs were made.
- How much is an egg chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Horsehair isn't still used in upholstery. Though it was once very popular, designers stopped using it in the late early 20th century.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.
- What is a glider chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.
- SIMONINIApril 5, 2021The best option in this field you can have to sit comfortably for hours is the Aeron chair form Herman Miller, it is fully adjustable and variable in two sizes to fit your body perfectly, in the first day of use you can notice a huge difference in productivity from your office or home office. A more simple less expensive option in all sectors but still a good one is the ID Mesh from Vitra. Warranty is 10 years for the Vitra and 12 years for the Herman Miller.
- AutomatonMarch 10, 2021In terms of collectibility, the best make of Rattan Furniture was Gabriella Crespi with her 'Rising Sun' line. While Paul Frankl's designs are also highly coveted and valuable, Crespi has far greater rarity and mystique with her 'Rising Sun' collection. In addition, Frankl's designs were much more copied over the decades whereas Crespi's rattan line is more unique and therefore valuable to collectors and dealers alike.