Scandinavian Upholstered Chair
20th Century Scandinavian Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Scandinavian Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Ash
1990s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Sheepskin, Pine
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Louis Philippe Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech, Oak, Sheepskin
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech, Oak, Mohair
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Alpaca, Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Alpaca, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Rosewood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Teak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Birch
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, 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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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