Single Fabric Chair
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
1990s American Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique 1850s Italian Louis Philippe Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1970s Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wicker
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s German Modern Chairs
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Upholstery, Cotton
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Early 2000s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1980s English Modern Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Early 2000s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Bouclé
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric
2010s American Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Teak
Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Chairs
Foam, Hardwood, Bouclé, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Polystyrene
Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
2010s Australian Lounge Chairs
Wood, Fabric
2010s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
2010s Turkish Modern Bergere Chairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood
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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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021A single sofa chair is often called a loveseat, which is larger than a typical armchair, but still too small for more than one person. Browse a collection of loveseats today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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