20th Century German Leather Armchair With Relaxation Function By Jürgen Lange
By Jürgen Lange
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century German black leather armchair, designed by Jürgen Lange, offers an exceptional
Metal
Pair of Wicker Armchairs by Willi Ohler, Germany First half of the 20th Century
By Willi Ohler
Located in Utrecht, NL
early 20th-century armchairs reflect a transitional style rooted in both simplicity and elegance. This
Wicker, Wood
Sold|$9,473 / set
Pair of French Louis XV Fauteuils by Nicolas Courtois, circa 1770
By Nicolas-Simon Courtois
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of mid 18th century transitional fauteuils armchairs, the kidney shaped backs running
Swedish Gripsholm Transitional Rococo / Gustavian 18th c. Armchair, circa 1775
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and rare Swedish Gripsholm transitional Rococo / Gustavian armchair with unusual
Pine, Paint
Sold|$2,070 / item
Mid Century Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Transitional ebonized mahogany armchair, the rectangular padded back with wings trailing to and
Wood
Sold|$2,750 / set
Pair of Salvatore Leone for Thonet Bentwood Cane Armchairs
By Salvatore Leone
Located in Denton, TX
pair of armchairs featuring a transitional style with a turned wood back support and iconic Thonet
Upholstery, Cane, Beech
Restored Early 18th Century circa 1720 Wingback Armchair Cigar Brown Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1720 high back wing armchair fully restored This chair is exceptionally rare, it is nearly 300
Leather
Set of Eight Argentinian Ladder Back Dining Chairs in Cream Naugahy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Houston, TX
updating). Perfect in a transitional space. Armchairs measure 23.25 in. wide. Chairs are in very nice
Walnut
Original Mah Jong Sectional Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 1970s
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Chicago, IL
embodies boundless freedom in both function and form. Seamlessly transition between armchair, sofa
Upholstery
Leopard Pattern Transitional Mahogany 19th Century Armchair
Located in Lomita, CA
The patina and quality of this late 19th century transitional Chippendale armchair from the Federal
Mahogany
Three-Strand "1940s Transition" Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. This chair dates from 1940. The arm
Rattan
Pink Velvet Transition Louis XV-Louis XVI Style Marquise
Located in London, Park Royal
A transition Louis XV- Louis XVI Style Marquise hand carved in Beech and Hand painted in a cream
Wood
Pair of French Walnut Louis XIV/XV Transitional Fauteiuls, Mid-18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Newly upholstered in a beige linen and incorporating a melange of elements of 18th century periods these chairs have curved arms and arm supports, tight seats, and are raised on turn...
Walnut
Sold|$895
French 18th Century Oak Armchair
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 18th century (circa 1790) transitional style oak armchair reflecting design influences
Brass
Pair of Salvatore Leone for Thonet Bentwood Cane Armchairs
By Salvatore Leone
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Thonet in Modena, Italy. Rare pair of armchairs featuring a transitional style with a turned wood back
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
William IV / Early Victorian Chesterfield-Style Armchair, Mid-19th Century
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This stately armchair embodies the transitional elegance of the William IV to Early Victorian
Mahogany
Pair of Late 18th Century Transitional Louis XVI Fauteuils
Located in Larkspur, CA
Pair of Late 18th Century Transitional Louis XVI Giltwood Fauteuils with Elaborate Shell Crests
Leather, Giltwood
Sold|$6,551
Pair of Transition Armchairs
Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU
Natural wood, with cabriolet backrest, curved armrests, resting on fluted tapered legs. Cloth fabric with hot air balloons. Restorations of use and maintenance.
Sold|$995 / set
CHARLES STEWART Transitional Style Mahogany Armchairs - Pair
By Charles Stewart Co.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A striking pair of armchairs in the Transitional style by Charles Stewart. Made in Hickory, North
Mahogany, Fabric
Pair of French Antique Transition style Lacquered Armchairs
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pair of generously sized Transition style lacquered armchairs. Transition style encompasses
Pair of French Transitional Style Caned Chairs
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Beautiful and detailed carvings adorn this unusual pair of caned chairs. Wrap-around back and arms sit above caned seat adorned along the apron with floral wreaths. The chair sits o...
Cane
Pair of transitional early 18th century arm chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of early 18th century transitional walnut arm chairs upholstered in linen. The 18th
Walnut, Upholstery
Pair of White Lacquered Upholstered Chairs, Transitional Victorian
Located in Bridport, CT
Pair of Lacquered Chairs with green velvet upholstery in Victorian style with intricate wood carving and nail heads.
Velvet, Upholstery
Exceptional Louis XIII/Louis XIV Walnut Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exceptional French Louis XIII/Louis XIV transition period upholstered walnut armchair with "os de
Wood
Sold|$2,450
Pair of French Empire Style Open Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of French open armchairs, with traditional transition style arms and intricate carvings
Chestnut
Early 18th Century Elm Armchair with Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New Orleans, LA
Early 18th century French Louis XIV transition period elm armchair with Aubosson tapestry
Wood
Sold|$14,500
pair of swedish chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful Swedish armchairs, transition from rococo to gustavian period. c. 1780
Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Alsdorf, NW
transition between an armchair, sofa, lounge chair, or even a bed—a versatile space for relaxation, leisure
Fabric, Silk, Velvet
Exceptional Late 17th Century French Walnut Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exceptional French Louis XIII/Louis XIV transition period carved walnut armchair with "os de mouton
Walnut
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
Andrianna Shamaris has filled her epic new home with pieces of her own design.
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
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.