Set Of Occasional Chairs
Vintage 1960s Unknown Regency Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s South African Chairs
Brass, Stainless Steel, Nickel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 1810s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Pine
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
20th Century English Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Antique 1780s English Georgian Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique 19th Century Victorian Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Hardwood, Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs
Wood, Beech
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Side Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Chairs
Mohair, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech, Papercord
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Directoire Side Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 1760s Danish Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Oak
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer, Cane
Early 20th Century Austrian Bauhaus Chairs
Steel, Chrome
20th Century European Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
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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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture on 1stDibs.
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