Settee And Matching Chair
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Wood
20th Century Organic Modern Settees
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Oak
Late 20th Century European Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Living Room Sets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Teak
Vintage 1930s American Living Room Sets
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Ukrainian Art Nouveau Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Antique Early 1900s Benches
Hardwood
Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Early 20th Century European Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Early 20th Century French Living Room Sets
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Living Room Sets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Italian Living Room Sets
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Settees
Vintage 1930s American Settees
20th Century American Settees
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1930s American Settees
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets
Antique Early 1900s Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Austrian Vienna Secession Living Room Sets
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1930s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Twig, Hickory
Vintage 1930s American Living Room Sets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs
Fabric, Giltwood
20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Armchairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Victorian Settees
Cane, Oak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Settees
Linen, Bamboo
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s French Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Settees
Early 20th Century American Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Settees
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Settees
Vintage 1940s English Lounge Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century American Sofas
Rattan, Wicker, Wood, Cane
Antique 19th Century Spanish Armchairs
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century French Living Room Sets
Wood, Muslin, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany, Leather, Velvet, Mohair
Early 20th Century American Children's Furniture
Antique 19th Century Living Room Sets
Settee And Matching Chair 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
- Should sofa and chairs match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, a sofa and chair can match. The choice to match a sofa and chairs is really a matter of preference. General design wisdom recommends against matching your sofa and chairs, however. Juxtaposition can create an interesting sense of diversity in your space — express yourself with a provocative mix of sizes and profiles. Find all kinds of sofas and chairs on 1stDibs to get started.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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