Exotic Sofa
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1980s Japanese Organic Modern Sofa Tables
Bronze
20th Century Spanish Sofa Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Rosewood, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Game Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Settees
Fabric, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Console Tables
Maple
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Jacaranda
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American Console Tables
Maple
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Amboyna
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Loveseats
Softwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather
Early 2000s Balinese Bohemian Loveseats
Leather, Palmwood
Vintage 1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1980s Central American Post-Modern Benches
Teak
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Burl
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Hide, Leather, Oak, Rosewood
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Stone
Vintage 1950s American Primitive Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Stools
Tapestry, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Suede
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Hardwood, Leather
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Hardwood, Leather
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Sofas
Fabric
Brazilian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Jacaranda, Rosewood
Antique 1810s English Regency Sofa Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Rosewood, Hide
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Club Chairs
Suede, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Armchairs
Bronze
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Steel, Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Oak
2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Birch
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Sheet Metal
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Table Mirrors
Marble, Travertine, Iron
2010s French Console Tables
Oak
Vintage 1970s Spanish Brutalist Floor Lamps
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Brass, Metal
Exotic Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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