Upholstered Storage Ottoman
Mid-20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ottomans and Poufs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cowhide, Wood
2010s American Other Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Pine
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Plywood, Teak, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Plywood, Teak, Plastic
Early 20th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Mahogany
20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
20th Century English Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Chrome
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Burl
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Burl
2010s Turkish Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Upholstery, Burl
Vintage 1940s Swedish Ottomans and Poufs
Faux Leather
Antique Early 1900s Chinoiserie Blanket Chests
Linen
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Footstools
Silk, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Buffets
Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests
Leather
20th Century English Kilim Armchairs
Upholstery
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Footstools
Leather
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Footstools
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Velvet, Foam, Pine
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Textile, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Wood, Foam, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Linen, Rosewood
2010s American Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Polyester, Plywood
2010s American Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Polyester, Plywood
Late 20th Century Philippine Art Deco Chaise Longues
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wood, Fabric, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Patio and Garden Furniture
Textile, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century English Blanket Chests
Upholstery, Beech, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Blanket Chests
Wood, Textile
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Blanket Chests
Textile
Antique 1880s English Victorian Blanket Chests
Leather
Early 20th Century French Country Benches
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Antique 1830s English William IV Stools
Vintage 1980s Afghan International Style Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century British Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Antique 1860s English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
Early 20th Century English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Early 20th Century British Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Ottomans and Poufs
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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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