Sitting Chairs Pair
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel, Nickel
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Unknown Regency Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
Antique 19th Century Windsor Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Syrian Moorish Chairs
Bone, Shell, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Other Chairs
Velvet, Rush, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Wood, Velvet
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Club Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Alpaca
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Side Chairs
Horn, Cowhide
2010s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century Louis XVI Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Beech
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Scottish Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century European Chippendale Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Foam
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century English Club Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Oak
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1890s Italian Renaissance Revival Side Chairs
Straw, Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Oak
Vintage 1960s Central American Side Chairs
Silk, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wingback Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022How you sit in an Ekstrem chair is largely a matter of personal preference. Part of the fun of the design is the fact that it encourages you to try out a variety of positions. You can face the back and slip your legs through the opening or turn the other way and rest your feet on the floor. Also, try propping one leg up on one of the bending arms. Shop a wide range of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How you sit in a plantation chair is largely a matter of personal preference. One option is to position your spine along the sloped back and rest your feet on the floor. Some people add a bolster or throw pillow for comfort. Plantation chairs also pair well with footstools. You'll find a collection of plantation chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best chairs for sitting all day are Ergonometric Office chairs. Some of the more popular models include the Herman Miller Embody and the Steelcase Leap chair. Find a variety of chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021If you have a job that forces you to sit at a computer all day, then you must invest in a good ergonomic office chair. While there is no universally perfect fit chair for all, a good chair should help you maintain a neutral pose, feet flat on the ground, knees slightly higher than hips and hips, shoulders and ears all lined up with each other. And a good chair comes with multiple levers for adjusting heights and angles.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An ideal office chair is the one that provides the utmost comfort during long working hours. The chair that offers proper support for your back while adjusting to meet the desk's height is the perfect pick. During long sitting hours, there is a good chance of experiencing back pain and discomfort. So, the best office chair is the one that is adjustable, perfectly cushioned with proper back support and armrests. Find a collection of antique and vintage office chairs from Herman Miller, Knoll and more on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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