Triple Back Sofa
Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American Campaign Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Settees
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1830s English Regency Dining Room Sets
Mahogany
Antique 1820s Dining Room Sets
Mahogany
Antique 1830s Dining Room Tables
Mahogany
2010s Peruvian Pillows and Throws
Cotton
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Upholstery
Antique 1890s French Victorian Canapes
Linen
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Living Room Sets
Rattan, Reed, Wicker
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Faux Leather, Walnut
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Onyx, Brass
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
1990s North American Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Plastic, Fiberglass
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Console Tables
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Louis XV Sofas
Cotton, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Down, Wood
Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Sofas
Silk, Giltwood
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Early 20th Century American Sofas
Reed
Antique 19th Century German Sofas
Walnut, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Sofas
Wood
2010s Thai Minimalist Sofa Tables
Brass
2010s Thai Minimalist Sofa Tables
Brass
2010s Thai Brutalist Console Tables
Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood
2010s Thai Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric, Mother-of-Pearl, Satinwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Baroque Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Sofas
Walnut
20th Century American Chesterfield Sofas
Silk, Down
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Gothic Revival Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century English Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Sofa Tables
Marble
Vintage 1970s Italian Sectional Sofas
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Birch, Formica, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Settees
Velvet, Beech
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Side Tables
Oak
Antique 1820s Great Britain (UK) Regency Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Swedish Edwardian Living Room Sets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Settees
Oak
Late 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Desks and Writing Tables
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Tables
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Baroque Sofas
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Velvet, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century Irish Georgian Sofas
Mahogany, Leather
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century North American Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass, Bronze, Metal
Antique 19th Century American Rococo Revival Living Room Sets
Rosewood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Sofas
Antique Early 1900s European Sheraton Sofas
Vintage 1930s American Sofas
Wood, Rattan
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1780s Sofas
Antique 1780s English George III Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 1780s English George III Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
20th Century American Living Room Sets
Leather, Upholstery
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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 is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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