Seating Cushions
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Bentwood
2010s Italian Victorian Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Victorian Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Victorian Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bamboo, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
2010s French Modern Daybeds
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Canvas, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
2010s Italian Victorian Chairs
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
2010s Italian Victorian Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Neoclassical Chairs
Gold Leaf
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cane, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
2010s Polish Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Ash
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cowhide
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel, Other
2010s Italian Chaise Longues
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Living Room Sets
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bergere Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1930s European Bauhaus Sofas
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Space Age Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Sofas
Velvet, Ash
Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas
Metal
1990s American Modern Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary British Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Bouclé, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Beech, Walnut
Vintage 1980s European Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric
Vintage 1970s North American Bohemian Chaise Longues
Wicker
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Plastic
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Walnut
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Seating Cushions For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best filling for sofa seat cushions is really a matter of preference. Filling options include polyester, foam, and feather. While foam is the most popular sofa seat cushion filling, feathers are preferred by those who prioritize softness.
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