Tiffany Chair
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Side Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs
Cane, Leather, Mahogany
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Maple
Late 20th Century American Empire Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
2010s American Modern Chairs
Maple
2010s American Modern Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1920s Unknown Rustic Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Regency Chairs
Giltwood, Wood, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Chairs
Maple
2010s American Modern Chairs
Maple
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan, Paint
20th Century European Modern Chairs
Plastic
1990s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Upholstery, Lucite
Antique Late 19th Century Side Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Wool, Upholstery, Beech
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Wool, Upholstery, Beech
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Plywood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Ash
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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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between Chiavari and Tiffany chairs is a matter of terminology. These two names refer to the same type of chair but have different origins. Chiavari comes from the name of the Italian village where the original designer of the chair, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, was born. How the chairs came to be called Tiffany chairs is not as clear, but it was likely inspired by the name of the luxury jewelry maker Tiffany & Co. The association may be due to the fact that Chiavari chairs are often used at weddings and Tiffany's is a leading producer of bridal jewelry, or because, like the jewelry house, the chairs inspire thoughts of sophistication and luxury. Shop a range of Chiavari chairs on 1stDibs.
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