Set Of Reading Chairs
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Velvet
Antique 18th Century English Regency Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Leather
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Belgian Brutalist Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Fruitwood, Leather
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cotton
1990s Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cotton, Velvet
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Early 20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet, Cane
Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Unknown Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1940s Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Cane, Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Maple
Early 20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Oak
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
Late 20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
20th Century English Regency Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Oak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Cane, Oak
Vintage 1970s Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Fruitwood
Vintage 1960s Unknown Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century George III Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Wood
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Ash, Oak, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Unknown Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Walnut, Rush
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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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
- What makes a good reading chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 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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