Theater Seats
Early 20th Century American Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1940s Unknown Industrial Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Brass
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Cowhide
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Cowhide, Oak
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Cowhide, Oak
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Benches
Elm
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Nouveau Armchairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
20th Century Austrian Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Pine
Early 20th Century French Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Cotton, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Leather
Early 20th Century Italian Industrial Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Plywood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century German Other Chairs
Wool
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Benches
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Chairs
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Ash, Beech
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Birch
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wicker, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1880s European Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Chippendale Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Foam
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Foam
Antique 1860s Italian Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
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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 are theater chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What theater chairs are depends on the context. In some cases, “theater chair” describes plush recliner seating positioned in front of home theater systems. They often have special features like cup holders and armrest storage. “Theater chair” can also refer to seating designed to be anchored to the floor of a theater, movie theater, auditorium or other entertainment venue to provide seating for a crowd. On 1stDibs, find a range of theater chairs.
- What are cinema seats called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cinema seats are sometimes called theater, stadium or auditorium seating. You may also see people simply refer to them as cinema seats. All the names for the seats describe the large public spaces that they provide seating in. You'll find a selection of cinema seats on 1stDibs.
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