Spindle Chair Upholstered
Antique 19th Century French Charles X Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Birch, Maple
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Maple
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Naugahyde, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 1900s European Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Teak
Antique 19th Century Swedish Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Primitive Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Corner Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
20th Century Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Wood
20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo
Antique 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Wood
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Birch
Antique 19th Century American Eastlake Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Antique 17th Century English Renaissance Side Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Regency Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 17th Century Renaissance Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century American Gothic Revival Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hickory, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Antique 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Corner Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Maple
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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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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