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Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair
Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair

Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

These tubular cantilever chairs can be dated in the early 1930s. Since Mart Stam invented the

Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Customizable S 32 VL Cantilever Chair Designed by Marcel Breuer
Customizable S 32 VL Cantilever Chair Designed by Marcel Breuer

Customizable S 32 VL Cantilever Chair Designed by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

Among the tubular steel furniture models, the cantilever chair S 32 is especially versatile. It is

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Very Rare Chrome Cantilever Pagholz Chairs
Bauhaus Very Rare Chrome Cantilever Pagholz Chairs

Bauhaus Very Rare Chrome Cantilever Pagholz Chairs

By Pagholz Flötotto

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare cantilever Pagholz chairs the seat and back was made at the Pagholz manufacture in Germany

Category

Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Customizable Gebruder T S 43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam
Customizable Gebruder T S 43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam

Customizable Gebruder T S 43 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam

By Mart Stam

Located in New York, NY

resulted from this approach. Stam achieved the greatest possible reduction with the cantilever chair S 43

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Customizable Gebruder S 64 Cantilever Armchair by Marcel Breuer
Customizable Gebruder S 64 Cantilever Armchair by Marcel Breuer

Customizable Gebruder S 64 Cantilever Armchair by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

Among the tubular steel furniture models, the cantilever chair S 64 is especially versatile. It is

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in New York, NY

object. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to provide the cantilever chair with aesthetic lightness

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Customizable Gebruder T S 43 PVF Cantilever Armchair by Mart Stam
Customizable Gebruder T S 43 PVF Cantilever Armchair by Mart Stam

Customizable Gebruder T S 43 PVF Cantilever Armchair by Mart Stam

By Mart Stam

Located in New York, NY

resulted from this approach. Stam achieved the greatest possible reduction with the cantilever chair S 43

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Customizable Gebruder T S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Customizable Gebruder T S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Customizable Gebruder T S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in New York, NY

object. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to provide the cantilever chair with aesthetic lightness

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Gebruder S 533 All Seasons Cantilever Mesh Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Gebruder S 533 All Seasons Cantilever Mesh Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Gebruder S 533 All Seasons Cantilever Mesh Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in New York, NY

object. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to provide the cantilever chair with aesthetic lightness

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Alvar Aalto nr. 31 Laminated Plywood Chair
Early Alvar Aalto nr. 31 Laminated Plywood Chair

Early Alvar Aalto nr. 31 Laminated Plywood Chair

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Toronto, Ontario

An exceptionally early example of the cantilever chair nr.31. Also manufactured by the Huonekalu-ha

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Armchair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Armchair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Customizable Gebruder S 533 Cantilever Armchair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in New York, NY

object. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to provide the cantilever chair with aesthetic lightness

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

De Sede RH-305 Chair in Cafe Leather Upholstery by Robert Haussmann
De Sede RH-305 Chair in Cafe Leather Upholstery by Robert Haussmann

De Sede RH-305 Chair in Cafe Leather Upholstery by Robert Haussmann

By De Sede, Robert Haussmann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The cantilevered chair is suitable for any living space – also because the seating comfort is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Milo Baughman style Matched Mismatched Chrome Lounge Chairs
Pair of Milo Baughman style Matched Mismatched Chrome Lounge Chairs

Pair of Milo Baughman style Matched Mismatched Chrome Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

purchased from the same estate and looks great all together-see the last photo.The cantilevered chair

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Customizable Gebruder T S 60 Chair by Glen Oliver Löw
Customizable Gebruder T S 60 Chair by Glen Oliver Löw

Customizable Gebruder T S 60 Chair by Glen Oliver Löw

By Glen Oliver Löw

Located in New York, NY

succeeded in reinterpreting the cantilever chair and developing a contemporary solution. The seat shell made

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

German Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach, 1980s
German Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach, 1980s

German Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach, 1980s

By Till Behrens

Located in Hamburg, DE

cantilever chair - Made of steel rods that have been precisely bent, assembled, and welded - Construction and

Category

20th Century German Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Customizable Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer
Customizable Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer

Customizable Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

RANGE S 35 Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with its

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

'Cesca' B32 Side Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina
'Cesca' B32 Side Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

'Cesca' B32 Side Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

By Marcel Breuer, Gavina

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

inspired by the cantilever chair of Mart Stam, who designed it already in 1926. The first producer of the

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair and Ottoman by Marcel Breuer
S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair and Ottoman by Marcel Breuer

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair and Ottoman by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

RANGE S 35 Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with its

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Cow Hide Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer
Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Cow Hide Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer

Gebruder S 35 Cantilever Cow Hide Lounge Armchair by Marcel Breuer

By Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

RANGE S 35 cow hide Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with

Category

2010s German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach
Vintage Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach

Vintage Kreuzschwinger Chair by Till Behrens for Schlubach

By Till Behrens

Located in Hamburg, DE

braid and armrest. It is an elegant design classic, the further development of the cantilever chair. The

Category

20th Century German Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Black Ballerina Chairs by Herbert Ohl for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1990s
Set of 4 Black Ballerina Chairs by Herbert Ohl for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1990s

Set of 4 Black Ballerina Chairs by Herbert Ohl for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1990s

By Matteo Grassi, Herbert Ohl

Located in Beograd, RS

Grassi. All chairs have manufacturer's stamp on the backrests. The cantilever chairs are made of black

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mart Stam Bauhaus English Red Leather MG5 Dining Chair for Matteo Grassi, 1976
Mart Stam Bauhaus English Red Leather MG5 Dining Chair for Matteo Grassi, 1976

Mart Stam Bauhaus English Red Leather MG5 Dining Chair for Matteo Grassi, 1976

By Matteo Grassi, Mart Stam

Located in Vicenza, IT

dining chairs features: - Tubular dark grey anodized steel frames in a cantilever design - Red leather

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Anton Lorenz for Thonet "Ss33" Armchair in White + Chrome
Vintage Anton Lorenz for Thonet "Ss33" Armchair in White + Chrome

Vintage Anton Lorenz for Thonet "Ss33" Armchair in White + Chrome

By Thonet, Anton Lorenz

Located in Basel, BS

cantilevered chair. This early edition Bauhaus Model SS33 armchair by Lorenz for Thonet, made in 1930, is a

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set 8 Stackable Chairs in Chromed & Ecru Bouclé By K. Takahama for Simon Gavina
Set 8 Stackable Chairs in Chromed & Ecru Bouclé By K. Takahama for Simon Gavina

Set 8 Stackable Chairs in Chromed & Ecru Bouclé By K. Takahama for Simon Gavina

By Simon Gavina Editions, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Roma, IT

cantilever chairs designed at the beginning of the 20th century by Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer or Mies van der

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair
Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair

Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

A Chrome Cantilever Lounge chair has been reupholstered in a deep blue/gray Fox Linton wool

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Maple Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo
Maple Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo

Maple Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo

Located in Geneve, CH

: Bleached Hard Maple The Cantilever chair is a true blend of form and function, the shelf below provides

Category

2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Maple

Walnut Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo
Walnut Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo

Walnut Cantilever Armchair by Phaedo

Located in Geneve, CH

: oxidized black walnut. The Cantilever chair is a true blend of form and function, the shelf below

Category

2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 05 in Lacquered Wood an Webbing
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 05 in Lacquered Wood an Webbing

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 05 in Lacquered Wood an Webbing

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 04 in White Oak and Webbing
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 04 in White Oak and Webbing

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 04 in White Oak and Webbing

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam), adding an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 03 in White Oak and White Alabaster Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 03 in White Oak and White Alabaster Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 03 in White Oak and White Alabaster Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam), adding an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 02 in White Oak and Burnt Walnut Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 02 in White Oak and Burnt Walnut Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 02 in White Oak and Burnt Walnut Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam), adding an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 01 in White Oak and Caramel Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 01 in White Oak and Caramel Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Nordic 01 in White Oak and Caramel Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 04 in Lacquered Wood an Blue Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 04 in Lacquered Wood an Blue Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 04 in Lacquered Wood an Blue Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 02 in Lacquered Wood an Red Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 02 in Lacquered Wood an Red Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 02 in Lacquered Wood an Red Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 03 in Lacquered Wood an Green Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 03 in Lacquered Wood an Green Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 03 in Lacquered Wood an Green Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 01 in Lacquered Wood an Black Leather
Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 01 in Lacquered Wood an Black Leather

Jil Sander for Thonet S 64 P Serious 01 in Lacquered Wood an Black Leather

By Thonet

Located in Tilburg, NL

reinterpreted the iconic S 64 cantilever chair (Design Marcel Breuer, 1929/1930, artistic copyright: Mart Stam

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

pair Mart stam S33 cantilever chairs  1970s
pair Mart stam S33 cantilever chairs  1970s

pair Mart stam S33 cantilever chairs 1970s

By Mart Stam

Located in Den Haag, NL

Two Original White Leather cantilever chair . Chrome Tube frame. 1970s Pioneering Dutch modernist

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

S 53 SPF Cantilever Armchair
S 53 SPF Cantilever Armchair

S 53 SPF Cantilever Armchair

Located in New York, NY

cantilever chair. With its one-piece seat shell it offers the highest possible comfort, has a formally clear

Category

2010s German Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "MR10" by Thonet Set 3 Chair
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "MR10" by Thonet Set 3 Chair

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "MR10" by Thonet Set 3 Chair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Thonet

Located in Firenze, FI

continuous, fluid, and elegant line. The frame follows the cantilever chair principle: the absence of rear

Category

Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Cantilever Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman - a Pair
Mid-Century Cantilever Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman - a Pair

Mid-Century Cantilever Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman - a Pair

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century lounge chairs in the style of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This unique pair

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Contemporary Italian Cantilevered Lounge Chairs
Pair of Contemporary Italian Cantilevered Lounge Chairs

Pair of Contemporary Italian Cantilevered Lounge Chairs

Located in London, London

minimalist yet sophisticated design. The chairs feature a cantilever structure with sleek wooden frames that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design
Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design

Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design

Located in Hannover, DE

Cantilever Chair from the 1990s, Made in Italy (Not Thonet) This chair is a unique piece, inspired

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mark Mascheroni for Brueton Cantilevered Chairs - A Pair
Mark Mascheroni for Brueton Cantilevered Chairs - A Pair

Mark Mascheroni for Brueton Cantilevered Chairs - A Pair

By Brueton, Mark Mascheroni

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair occasional chairs by Mark Mascheroni for Brueton, first designed in 1985. The two chairs

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Taupe Leather Chairs with Bronze Cantilever Frame
Set of 4 Taupe Leather Chairs with Bronze Cantilever Frame

Set of 4 Taupe Leather Chairs with Bronze Cantilever Frame

By Team 7

Located in Chicago, IL

The Magnum cantilever chair is a design classic that you would stand up for – if it weren’t so

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Customizable Gebruder T S 33 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam
Customizable Gebruder T S 33 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam

Customizable Gebruder T S 33 Cantilever Chair by Mart Stam

By Mart Stam

Located in New York, NY

cantilever chairs S 33 and S 34, among the first of their kind, today combines zeitgeist and a sense of

Category

2010s German Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Sabrina chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova
Sabrina chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova

Sabrina chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Padova

Located in Conversano, IT

expressions of Rinaldi’s research on the cantilever chair: a continuous and sculptural sled structure in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

2 Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design
2 Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design

2 Cantilever Chair 1990s Vintage - Italy Design

Located in Hannover, DE

2 Cantilever Chairs from the 1990s, Made in Italy (Not Thonet). This chair is a unique piece

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilevered Scoop Lounge Chair
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilevered Scoop Lounge Chair

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilevered Scoop Lounge Chair

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Step into the world of mid-century modern sophistication with the Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

$500Sale Price / item|20% Off

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

By Mart Stam, Thonet

Located in Pasadena, TX

S 32 Cantilever Thonet side chair S 32 Cantilever chair combines the tubular steel frame with

Category

Late 20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970´s Danish cantilever Lounge Chair by Friis & Moltke
1970´s Danish cantilever Lounge Chair by Friis & Moltke

1970´s Danish cantilever Lounge Chair by Friis & Moltke

By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A Danish design treasure from the 1980s - the Cantilever lounge chair by Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair
S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

$800Sale Price / item|20% Off

S 32 Cantilever Thonet Side Chair

By Thonet, Mart Stam

Located in Pasadena, TX

S 32 Cantilever Thonet side chair S 32 Cantilever chair combines the tubular steel frame with

Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and De...

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM

Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM

By De Sede, Markus Hartmann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

FSM Gabo chair by de Sede. Gabo is multi-faceted. Take the cantilever chair, sleek and stylish with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

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The Cantilever Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic the cantilever chair available at 1stDibs. A the cantilever chair — often made from metal, chrome and fabric — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a the cantilever chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the cantilever chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Milo Baughman, Cal-Style and Carsons each produced at least one beautiful the cantilever chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a The Cantilever Chair?

The average selling price for a the cantilever chair at 1stDibs is $2,250, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $10,000 for the highest priced.

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.

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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.

Questions About The Cantilever Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A cantilever table has a horizontal slab that is only given support at one end. It is a small tabletop mounted on a “C”-shaped base. Find a variety of antique and vintage cantilever tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can make a cantilever table from a variety of materials, though wood may be the simplest. It is best to find a set of building plans to follow, as there are many different styles of cantilever tables. It is vital to build this commonly U-shaped table with a sturdy base to support the top. Shop a variety of cantilever tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a computer chair and an office chair is generally the number of features they have. Computer chairs tend to be more basic pieces with adjustable seats. Office chairs may have more padding, multiple points of adjustment and decorative details, such as nailhead trim. Keep in mind that some people do use the terms office chair and computer chair interchangeably. Shop an assortment of office chairs and computer chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair comes down to origins and characteristics. A Morris chair gets its name from William Morris, one of the founders of the British company Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. During the late 1860s, the company began producing the Morris chair, which has a reclining seat back and an intricately carved wood frame. This design spread to the U.S., where it was seen by Gustav Stickley. Drawing inspiration from it, Stickley produced the Stickley chair in 1904. Like the Morris chair, the piece has a reclining back but a simpler slatted frame that aligns with the American Arts and Crafts design style. Due to its origins, some people call the Stickley chair the Stickley Morris chair or the Mission Morris chair. Explore a collection of Stickley chairs and Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair is the specificity of the term. Any chair designed for use at a work desk may be called an office chair. On the other hand, an ergonomic chair is designed to complement the contours of the human body to deliver optimal support and a high level of comfort. Although you'll often see the term ergonomic used to describe office chairs, other types of chairs, such as dining and lounge chairs, can also feature ergonomic designs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term Elbow chair has more than one meaning. Prior to the 20th century, the term referred to a decorative chair with arms. In 1956, Hans J. Wegner designed a stackable wooden chair and named it the CH20 Elbow. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elbow chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Viking chair consists of just two pieces, a large board that gets used as a backrest, and another smaller board that slides through the backrest and acts as a seat. The angle of the Viking chair allows you to sit comfortably and lean back while relaxing. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Viking chairs.