T H Robsjohn Gibbings Chairs
to
92
1,585
1,616
16
7
887
39
21
10
5
3
1
1
1
1,607
23
3
1,374
56
11
77
928
155
29
11
1
1,237
899
647
466
128
1,436
1,415
76
37
37
1,577
1,572
1,574
799
364
24
15
14
Sort By
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chair and Ottoman for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Toledo, OH
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings chair and ottoman for Widdicomb Furniture. T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
drumstick legs and upholstery by Romo. T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Modern. Mint Restored.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design lounge chairs for Widdicomb Furniture Co. Newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Chairs, Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in North Miami, FL
Classic pair of slipper chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1954. The frames are
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair with brass legs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Fully
Category
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Slipper Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Timeless elegant design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in original finish. Believed to be original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Classically elegant and beautifully proportioned T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with
Category
Vintage 1960s Greek Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ladder Back Side Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Ladder Back Side Chair is a classic and iconic piece of mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chair, Model 1720, 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H.Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chair Model 1720, 1950s. Original condition.
Measures 26” wide 30
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A lounge chair with maple frame designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Refinished and
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Maple
Modernist Lounge Chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist Lounge Chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. As with all
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Lounge Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of walnut lounge chairs with whitewashed frames designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Oxblood Leather Club Chairs, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning and gorgeously restored pair of club chairs attributed to T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
A T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Arm Chair Produced by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
A chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, upholstered in Rogers & Goffigon fabric. Newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1954 for Widdicomb lounge chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Camden, ME
A pair of Classic and comfortable, deep seated club chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Vintage T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lacquer frames. Exquisite modern design by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings makes a striking impression in any
Category
20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Lounge Chair 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant American 1950's lounge chair with mahogany base in the manner of T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with sculptural walnut frames, double stretcher
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
T.H Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Chairs Refinished and Reupholstered
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Clean Lined Mid Century Dining Chairs, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs, Model 1720
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb lounge chairs of ebonized walnut- Model 1720. Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Style High Back Lounge Chair, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
. Robsjohn- Gibbings, American 1950's. This chair is beautifully made and very comfortable.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Elegant T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Chair with an Ottoman
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic French style slipper chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, with a large ottoman
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
4 T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb Mahogany Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pasadena, TX
5 dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made by Widdicomb. 4 side chairs. 1 armchair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Modernist White Leather Lounge chair & ottoman by T.H.Robsjohn- Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist White Leather Lounge chair & ottoman by T.H.Robsjohn- Gibbings.. Classic design
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
4 T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb Mahogany Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of 6 dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made by Widdicomb. Set includes
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Webbing, Mohair, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut, webbing and green mohair fabric lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
H 31.75 in W 26 in D 30 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Widdicomb 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Elegant modern lounge chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. Mated
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "WMP" Arm Chair, 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This armchair was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for American manufacturer Widdicomb, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Fabulous Pair of Club Accent Chairs by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Kensington, MD
An open walnut frame nestles a fully upholstered seat on these gracious chairs by Thomas Robbsjohn
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Six Curvaceous Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of six curvaceous dining chairs, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950s. These chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Modern Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Lounge Chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. This piece is
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Lounge Chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern lounge chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. This chair is
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lounge Chair by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arm lounge chair by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, manufactured by Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This beautiful
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Beige Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB)(Similar pieces: DUF0545, DUF0546)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Wood, Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 26 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Tan Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
four gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB)(Similar pieces: DUF0544
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ladder Back Side Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, side chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb features a walnut, ladder
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK / U.S.A)
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK/U.S.A)This exquisite slipper lounge
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Mahogany
Pair of Unusual Slipper Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb, circa 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare and unusual French style slipper chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 31.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Pair of Modern Lounge Chairs in the Style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of modern lounge chairs, in the style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, American, circa 1960s. They
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of six dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Two armchairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb High Back Club Chairs Ebonized Base
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb highback club chairs with dark walnut base, tapered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 32 in W 25.5 in D 27 in
Mid Century Lounge Chair T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Highback Lounge chair. Sloping slingback style
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dining Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish set by Robsjohn-Gibbings features unique and sturdy Mid-Century construction. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Upholstered Slipper Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Garnerville, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb slipper chair. The slipper chair traditionally is an armless
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Side Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings by Saridis Klismos side chairs.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Chairs
Materials
Muslin, Walnut
Reupholstered Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman after T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Dunbar Furniture, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
healthy resemblance to the mid-century masterpieces of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Ed Wormley, and other
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
H 38 in W 28 in D 32 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Boucle Lounge Chairs for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant modern lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in collaboration with the famous
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Walnut
Set of Club Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Mohair, C. 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
This stunning set of lounge chairs, originally designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
H 30 in W 28 in D 32 in
Set of Six Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings or Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of six dining armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Fully restored.
Category
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Black Fabric and Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
, and a walnut frame, resting on four gently curved and tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
H 32.5 in W 24.5 in D 29 in
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Dining Chair Set for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed Dining chairs for Widdicomb. A beautiful set of six dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair Lounge Chairs by T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Portland, OR
Fantastic pair of sculptural bleached walnut lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Ash
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Brass Accent Lounge Chair for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings brass accent lounge chair for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis Klismos Chairs in Walnut with Leather Thongs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chair for Saridis of Athens, Greece in Greek walnut and
Category
Vintage 1960s Greek Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Pair of Ebonized T.H.Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Wmb Slipper Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Gastonia, NC
These stunning classic WMB slipper chairs are a timeless and elegant design by T.H.Robsjohn
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 31.38 in W 26.5 in D 28.5 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Slipper Chair, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut and beige fabric slipper chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.25 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dining or Desk Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Listed is a single classic slat back dining chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Shown in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Beige Fabric & Walnut Slipper Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
upholstery, resting on four slightly tapered dowel legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of Four Dining Chairs by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of four dining chairs, designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lounge chair, by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb USA-1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant lounge chair, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in the mid-1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Maple, Walnut
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "T H Robsjohn Gibbings Chairs", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
T H Robsjohn Gibbings Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of t h robsjohn gibbings chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, all t h robsjohn gibbings chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 807 antique and vintage t h robsjohn gibbings chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of t h robsjohn gibbings chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency t h robsjohn gibbings chairs are consistently popular styles. Many t h robsjohn gibbings chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and John Widdicomb produced popular t h robsjohn gibbings chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are T H Robsjohn Gibbings Chairs?
Prices for t h robsjohn gibbings chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, t h robsjohn gibbings chairs begin at $200 and can go as high as $81,360, while the average can fetch as much as $6,306.
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.
Read More
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.