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Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Brass
1990s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s Canadian Modern Chairs
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Chairs
Velvet
2010s Italian Chairs
Wood
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Wood, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Louis Philippe Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
20th Century European Chairs
Metal
20th Century European Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Textile, Beech
Late 20th Century British Victorian Chairs
Ash
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker
2010s Italian Other Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wicker
Late 20th Century British Victorian Chairs
Ash
Late 20th Century British Victorian Chairs
Ash
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Modern Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Danish Chairs
Metal
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Leather, Textile, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rush, Wood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
20th Century American Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wire
2010s British Lounge Chairs
Wood, Cherry, Elm, Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
2010s Danish Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s European Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s French Provincial Chairs
Cotton, Walnut
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Plastic
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Cane
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Hardwood
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech
2010s Ukrainian Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Faux Leather, Beech
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood, Hardwood, Leather
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Cane, Upholstery, Textile, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Wood, Hardwood, Cane, Textile, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Chairs
Rope, Maple
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1800s English George III Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Hardwood, Leather
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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, 2022One way to authenticate an original Wassily chair is to look at the stainless frame. There will be no weld in the corners, and will look like a continuous piece, with no cap on the end. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Wassily chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot an authentic Howard & Sons chair, first look for a name or number on the inside of the back foot. There may also be a paper label sewn into the hessian or a name stamp on the wheel. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of expertly vetted Howard & Sons chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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