Scroll Arm Sofa
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Wood
Antique 1880s Greek Classical Greek Sofas
Brass
Early 20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Beech, Oak, Leather
Early 2000s American Georgian Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Beech, Oak
20th Century English Country Settees
Velvet, Beech, Oak
Antique 19th Century British Sofas
Linen
Early 2000s English Loveseats
Brass
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas
Silk, Wood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Beech
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Sofas
Cane, Wood, Fabric
20th Century Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Walnut, Velvet
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Sofas
Linen, Upholstery, Oak
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Neoclassical Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique 19th Century French Charles X Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Georgian Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood, Mahogany
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
2010s Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Sofas
Fabric
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century English Sofas
Leather, Velvet, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Sectional Sofas
Silk, Wood, Down, Feathers
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Régence Sofas
Antique Late 19th Century French Sectional Sofas
Giltwood
20th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
20th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Velvet
20th Century English Country Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furn...
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Settees
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Hardwood, Velvet
Mid-20th Century Empire Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Living Room Sets
Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Loveseats
Mohair, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Eastlake Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Living Room Sets
Rosewood, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Federal Living Room Sets
Leather, Wood
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
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 a shelter arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shelter arm sofa is a type of sofa wherein the sheltering arm bends outward from the sofa and has a gently sloping curve to it. Shelter arm sofas are generally praised for their comfort since they tend to cradle the person sitting. Find a wide variety of shelter arm sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
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