Sofa Scrolling Arms
Antique 19th Century German Sofas
Velvet, Burl
Early 20th Century French Regency Revival Sofas
Mahogany
2010s American American Classical Sofas
Mahogany
2010s British Louis XVI Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Empire Sofas
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sofas
Linen, Walnut
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofas
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Wood
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Italian Directoire Sofas
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Sofas
Silk, Mahogany, Pine
Antique 1830s American Neoclassical Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century Irish George III Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1780s English Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Dutch Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
Early 20th Century Baltic Belle Époque Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1810s Dutch Empire Sofas
Satinwood, Upholstery, Mahogany, Tulipwood
Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Mahogany, Maple, Down, Feathers
20th Century Queen Anne Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1820s Jamaican British Colonial Sofas
Muslin, Mahogany
20th Century Georgian Loveseats
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Late Victorian Sofas
Wool, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas
Cotton, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century British American Empire Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany, Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century French Rococo Canapes
Upholstery, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Sofas
Birch
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1820s Dutch Sofas
Mahogany, Satinwood, Tulipwood
Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas
Mohair, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Mahogany, Leather
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century Sofas
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English George III Sofas
Damask, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Italian French Provincial Sofas
Gesso, Burlap, Muslin, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Classical Sofas
Brocade
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Linen, Pine, Paint
Late 20th Century American Classical Sofas
Brocade
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Late Victorian Sofas
20th Century Sofas
Late 20th Century Sofas
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas
Textile, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1820s Scandinavian Biedermeier Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century Sofas
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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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