Radiant Set of 14 Rattan Chairs in Cordovan and Caramel by Wisner for Ficks Reed
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
) side chairs. Stout rattan and hardwood frame with beautiful cane accents and details. Comfortable
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Sublime Restored Set of 12 Dining Chairs by John Saladino for Baker, circa 1985
By Baker Furniture Company, John Saladino
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Oak
Set of 6 Heavy Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak and Leather Dining or Boardroom Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
quality set of arts & crafts oak dining chairs, including 2 carver chairs, they have stout turned legs and
Oak
Sophisticated ALL ARM Set of 12 Star Back Chairs in Espresso by Tommi Parzinger
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
complete professional restoration. Sturdy, stout, tight and comfortable. Chairs intended for heavy regular
Mahogany
Sublime Set of 12 Unforgettable Cane Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c 1950
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
restoration. Stout, sturdy, tight and comfortable. Chairs intended for heavy regular use and lingering dinner
Mahogany
Sold|$7,950
Pair of Campaign Loungers by John Wisner
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of Campaign style lounge chairs. Stout rattan and hardwood frame. Fabulous arm
Hardwood, Rattan
Sold|$3,195 / set
1950s Czech Wooden Upholstered Armchairs by J. Halabala, a Pair
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
, crafted by the iconic J. Halabala. These chairs exude a mid-century modern charm with their clean lines
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$3,950
Handsome Pair of Vintage Rattan Club Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of vintage rattan club chairs. Natural raffia veneer over a stout chair frame
Rattan
Kipp Stewart Lounge Chairs for Directional Furniture
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-plated steel with minor ware. These are sturdy and stout hefty chairs that will last several more
Pair of Mahogany and Rattan Raffia Slipper Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous pair of mahogany slipper lounge chairs, circa 1980s. Stout and comfortable, with a
Mahogany, Rattan
Restored Pair of Large-Scale Vintage Ficks Reed Club Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stellar pair of large-scale rattan club chairs, circa 1970s. Stout, expertly made pieces
Rattan
Pair Midcentury Parsons Style Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt, After Milo Baughman
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
Classic pair of mid 1970's Parsons style arm chairs by Bernhardt. Stout and sturdy American
Chenille
Spectacular Set of 10 Art Deco Revival Chairs in Bookmatch Figured Walnut
Located in Atlanta, GA
Restored Condition. Meticulous complete professional restoration. ALL chairs stout, sturdy and suitable for
Brass
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 10 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
luster. Sturdy, stout and comfortable. Chairs intended for heavy regular use and lingering dinner
Walnut
Stellar Restored Pair of Rattan and Cane Round Pretzel Loungers, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair of rattan round Pretzel lounge chairs, circa 1950. Stout, sturdy and expertly
Cane, Rattan
Pair of Arts & Crafts Gothic Bleached Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of Arts & Crafts Gothic Bleached oak hall chairs A good pair of chairs very stout and
Oak
Elegant Pair of Restored Modern Armchairs in Walnut
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional pair of modern occasional chairs. Stout walnut construction highlighted by a
Walnut
English Windsor Rocking Chair, Thames Valley, Fruitwood, Country Chippendale
Located in Totnes, GB
. Constructed predominantly from fruitwood, oak and ash, it is a solid and stout chair. The two rocker bows
Ash, Fruitwood, Oak
19th Century English West Country 'Applied Arm' Chair, Yealmpton Devonshire, Elm
Located in Totnes, GB
Yealmpton, England. Based on the design of similar side chairs, but of stouter proportions, it has two steam
Ash, Elm
Sold|$12,500
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Max Stout
By Maurizio Tempestini, Finn Juhl, Peter Hvidt, Paul McCobb
Located in Framingham, MA
Rare set of low-back "Stout" chairs of painted metal and Naugahyde in original condition, designed
Steel
Pair Midcentury Parsons Style Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt, After Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Framingham, MA
Classic pair of mid 1970's Parsons style arm chairs by Bernhardt. Stout and sturdy American
Bouclé, Wood
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.
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