Pair of French Early 19th Century Louis XVI Fauteuil Armchairs, Upholstered
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of French early 19th century Louis XVI carved and painted fauteuil armchairs, with marguerite square at top of each fluted leg, upholstered in cut velvet silk, attached with uph...
Velvet
$4,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs with Definitive Angular lines C1935
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Art Deco Rosewood with felt upholstery lined with brass upholstery tacks Beautiful lines and fantastic wood grain in the rosewood frames.
Brass
$2,636Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Midcentury French Bergeres in Brown Leather & Walnut 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Leather Bergeres with carved walnut frames. Upholstery tacks frame the edges. Creases in the seat cushions but not worn thru.
Leather, Walnut
Pair Louis XVI Style Benches with High Upholstered Arms And New Leather
Located in Troy, MI
Benches feature decorative carving on frames, tapered and reeded legs, tall sides with upholstered arms and dark brass nail head upholstery tacks. Newly recovered in creamy white lea...
Brass
Mogens Voltelen Copenhagen Lounge Chairs
By Mogens Voltelen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
The Copenhagen chair 'Københavnerstolen' by Mogens Voltelen for Niels Vodder (cabinet maker) in beech and leather with brass upholstery tacks. Original patinated lacquer finish on t...
Beech
Pair of French 19th Century Directoire Re-painted Fauteuils
Located in New Orleans, LA
The French Antique pieces, all together a set of 6 but also available in pairs, sport plain sabre legs at the back, and are upholstered in a stately green leather with upholstery tacks.
Fruitwood, Paint
Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Edward Wormley Style Arched Back Swivel Bar Stools
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Great arched backs, angled tapered legs with brass stretchers / foot rest and original aqua blue leather seats with brass upholstery tacks. Very well built, shown in original finish ...
Brass
Restoration Hardware Barrel Back Stools Newly Reupholstered - Set of 3
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
Our reproduction of a 1940s French varietal has the gently curved barrelback of the original, with clean, sculpted lines, simple oak legs, and upholstery tacks outlining the chair’s ...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Oak
FLEDERMAUS STUHL Chair by Josef Hoffmann, Germany, 1900s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Key design hallmarks include the sweeping top rail, decorative brass upholstery tacks, and Hoffmann’s signature spherical wooden joints beneath the seat frame for structural reinforc...
Wood
19th century French rush seated hall bench
Located in Malton, GB
The rush was covered by upholstery fabric when we bought it so there are traces of upholstery tacks but nothing that takes away from the bench itself.
Cherry
Carlo di Carli Sculptural Side Chair for Singer & Sons, 1950s
Located in Coronado, CA
The highly sculptured frame features a soft even patina throughout, and the original bright red wool upholstery is immaculate. On the underside, the chair retains the original hand h...
Wool, Walnut
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
CHINESE QING DYNASTY Triangle Palace Arm Chair Upholstered Seating RED
Located in Peoria, AZ
The condition is very fine vintage. Upholstery tacks show age appropriate tarnish. Flower motif upholstery is still nice.
Upholstery, Wood
6 Antique Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut High Back Velvet Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
At the center of each chair, a rectangular upholstered back panel in rich burnt orange velvet is bordered by decorative metal upholstery tacks. The matching velvet-cushioned seats ar...
Alabaster
Large Antique American Tramp Art Chip Carved Wall Letter Holder Mail Rack
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Handcrafted in layered chip-carved wood with a rich dark finish, the piece features an elaborate architectural silhouette highlighted by brass upholstery tacks and intricate geometri...
Wood
Exceptional Large Art Deco Oak & leather Sofa, circa 1925
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
The broad timber frame is composed of generous sections, subtly contrasted by blackened feet and a finely detailed line of brass upholstery tacks that traces the inner edge of the fr...
Leather, Oak
Louis XVI style wingback armchair – 19th century – carved wood & floral fabric
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
The chair rests on tapered, fluted legs, lending the piece considerable elegance. The upholstery is covered in a floral fabric on a pale yellow background (roses, foliage), finished...
Wood
Pair of William Switzer Stools, circa 1985 – Maple Hoof-Foot Bases
By William Switzer
Located in Chicago, IL
The original faux-finish upholstery bears a subtle diamond-print pattern and is accented by exposed metal tacks along the perimeter.
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Upholstered Footstool Ottoman w/ Floral Needlepoint and Carved Wood Legs
Located in Seattle, WA
The piece rests on four carved wood legs with curving profiles and incised decorative lines.Brass-toned upholstery tacks secure the fabric along the lower edge, adding a subtle decor...
Textile, Wood
French Louis XVI Style Lacquered Wood Settee With Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Decorative braid secured with brass upholstery tacks provides an elegant finishing touch while emphasizing the quality of the craftsmanship.
Wool, Wood
Set of 4 French renaissance revival barley twisted chairs 19th century oak
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
The chairs retain their original decorative upholstery in an elegant blue and cream woven fabric with a classical vase motif, secured with individually applied brass upholstery tacks.
Oak
Antique Victorian French Country Louis XV Style Green Painted Settee Bench
Located in Dayton, OH
The rest of the chair features a wide, domed seat and a rectangular back cushion upholstered in a matching green fabric, which is secured along the borders with a decorative golden-y...
Fabric, Hardwood, Paint
Set of Four Restored Art Deco Chairs, by Jules Leleu, Beech, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
A truly exceptional highlight of this set is the well-preserved original textile upholstery, featuring a quintessential period pattern in a rich coral-red shade, accented with decora...
Wood, Beech, Lacquer, Fabric, Upholstery
Swedish needlepoint Linen Fabric Covered Foot Rest Footstool Vintage Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Raised on four charming turned bun feet finished in white, the stool offers a graceful blend of decorative beauty and everyday functionality. Brass upholstery tacks neatly secure the...
Fabric, Wool, Wood
Pair of 1960s Italian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs in Original Ochre Leatherette
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in London, GB
The reverse is equally considered, with exposed upholstery tacks articulating the geometric silhouette and emphasising the clarity of the design.
Metal, Chrome
$18,950 / set
Jens Risom Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Dublin, IE
The webbed leather straps are anchored directly to the interior rails with traditional upholstery tacks. The pair stands as a highly unique, structurally original document of early m...
Leather, Mahogany
Red Gold Brass Tacks Upholstery Carved Mahogany Base Legs Large Wing Chair MINT!
By Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Red Gold Brass Tacks Upholstery Carved Mahogany Base Legs Large Wing Chair MINT!
Brass
Set of 8 chairs in cerused oak and faux leather, France, 1940s
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Upholstery tacks outline the edges, adding a subtle decorative touch to the design.
Faux Leather, Oak
Set of 8 Louis XIII-style camel leather chairs, France
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
The set is distinguished by a particularly sculptural silhouette characteristic of the Louis XIII style: curved legs, turned supports, and undulating wooden stretchers, all accented ...
Leather, Beech
19th Century Carved Oak Hall Chair with Cherub Crest and Barley Twist
Located in Nottingham, GB
Traditional construction methods remain evident beneath the seat, including old upholstery tacks and nails. The oak has developed a rich, naturally aged surface and patina.
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Victorian or Edwardian Style Sturdy Hardwood Footstool with Fringe
Located in Lomita, CA
The textile appears to be an early damask or brocade, now showing age-appropriate wear, patina, fraying, and oxidized upholstery tacks—details that underscore its authenticity and lo...
Hardwood
4 Antique American Oak Windsor Bow Back Chairs Saloon Pub Tavern Caboose Seats
Located in Dayton, OH
The central backrest features a wide, arched oak splint elegantly accented around the perimeter with polished brass upholstery tacks, framing a unique, pressed or embossed coat-of-ar...
Oak
Lovely Small Aged Tan Brown Leather Sofa and Matching Armchair Two-Piece Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The base cover the sofa has come undone on the front right, we will upholstery tack it back into place before dispatch Dimensions: Height 79.5cm Width 76.5cm Depth 103cm ...
Leather
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Backless Pine Bench Settee
Located in Round Top, TX
The seat presents with a deconstructed muslin upholstery, tacked in place with exposed thread and secured to the wood base.
Muslin, Pine, Paint
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by F. and H. Gessner, Oak, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
The leather is meticulously fastened along the backrest using decorative brass upholstery tacks, emphasizing the high-end craftsmanship and luxurious character of the period.
Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Lacquer, Leather
Folding Plywood Room Divider Screen Hand-Painted Two-Tone Wood Oil 1990s Bedroom
Located in London, GB
For a bold, tailored finish, both panels are lined down the borders with a closely spaced row of domed upholstery tacks, providing a striking structural contrast to the warm timber.
Brass
Rare Vintage Texas Longhorn & Cowhide Living Room Suite, 1970s
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Every core connection point is wrapped in thick leather banding and fastened with exposed dome-head brass upholstery tacks. The set retains an official, vintage "Hecho en México" nat...
Brass, Other
Set of 6 Mid-Century Tuxedo Dining Chairs, Ebonized Wood, Brass Nailheads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The chairs retain older upholstery and construction details, including the use of traditional upholstery tacks/nails on the underside.
Fabric, Wood
Antique Roycroft Chair w/ Original Leather and Tacks, Stickley Era- W7739 SALE
By Roycroft
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Roycroft Tall-Back Side Chair w/ Original Leather and Tacks - This is a good looking Antique Roycroft Tall-Back Side Chair with Original Leather in excellent condition. Th...
Leather, Wool, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak
$1,746Sale Price / set|30% Off
Antique Circa 1900 Victorian Corner Tub Barrel Chairs Set of 2
Located in Lake Worth, FL
It is securely fixed to the frame with classic upholstery tacks or nailhead trim along the perimeter.
Fruitwood, Walnut
Modern Slipper Chairs in French Country Toile Upholstery
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of French style slipper chairs in Country French Toile upholstery with brass tack detailing & attractive splay legs.
Brass
Pair of 18th Century Period French Louis XVI Carved Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
The rich crimson textile beautifully complements the warm walnut frames while adding visual interest through the refined embroidered dragonfly pattern. Brass upholstery tacks along t...
Upholstery, Wood
Luxurious Pair of French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs with Mohair Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique French Louis XVI painted and carved armchairs or bergere chairs, in original paint and blue mohair upholstery with brass tacking. Created in France during the early 20th ce...
Mohair, Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs with Original Blue Mohair Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of French Louis XV armchairs with stunning original blue mohair upholstery with brass tack beading, sculpted from fine walnut, and featuring exquisitely formed frameworks with s...
Mohair, Walnut
French Louis XV Set of 4 Chairs with Original Blue Mohair Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 4 antique French Louis XV chairs with stunning original blue mohair upholstery with brass tack beading, all sculpted from fine walnut, and featuring exquisitely formed frame...
Mohair, Walnut
Antique Pair of Catalan Style Carved Oak Recently Upholstered Armchairs c. 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
~~GORGEOUS Antique Catalan style PAIR of Carved Oak Newly Upholstered Armchairs~~ Classic European charm and with some modern flair~~ beautiful new upholstery with brass tacks Armc...
Oak, Upholstery
Antique Anglo Indian British Colonial Carved Plantation or Planters Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 19th century Anglo Indian planters chair handcrafted in mahogany in classic form featuring swivel out leg rests, leather upholstery highlighted with brass tacks and elabor...
Brass
French Louis XVI Period Carved Giltwood Arm Chair Fauteuil ca. 1775
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Gilding was likely refreshed in the 19th/20th century, at the same time the underside was scrubbed and bleached. Upholstery reconfigured, with old tacking traces along the underside ...
Upholstery, Giltwood
Pair of French 19th Century Walnut & Toile Louis XVI Fauteuils
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A stunning pair of French Louis XVI armchairs or fauteuils with "caps de gendarmes" detailing, tapered fluted legs, and having lovely original neutral French brown and beige toile up...
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare Pair of Josef Hoffmann Model 725 B/F Chairs for J. & J. Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
Quite a rare original pair, they feature ebonized bentwood frame with corner ball enforcement details and wine-red leather upholstery accented conforming decorative round tacks along...
Upholstery, Wood
An 18th-Century English George III Hand-Carved Mahogany Open Armchair
Located in New York, NY
The seat rail is concealed beneath the upholstery, with the upholstery affixed using tacks along the edges.
Upholstery, Mahogany
FINE ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 GiLTWOOD CHESTERFIELD WINDOW SETTEE SALON SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This piece is sublime, it is super decorative, the gilding is 240+ years old and looks sublime from every angle, it has nice French inspired floral carvings with have their period pl...
Upholstery, Giltwood
$16,000 / set
Pair of French Louis XVI Beechwood Bergeres
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Louis XVI (18th century) carved beechwood bergeres / armchairs with carved beaded pattern edge on arched back and seat frame with acanthus and scroll carved arms and gold dam...
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
English 19th Century Upholstered Mahogany Recliner
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Gently worn coral and floral vintage upholstery is hand nail tacked into place creating a beaded affect with the round nailheads.
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Gilt Armchairs
Located in Morristown, NJ
Dimensions (Each): Height: 37 in. (93.98 cm) Width: 24.25 in. (61.6 cm) Depth: 20 in. (50.8 cm) Materials: Painted Wood Giltwood Upholstery Brass Tack Construction Elements Conditi...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Antique High Back Parlor Chair, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French antique throne high back parlor chair with original floral upholstery and tacks. Carved wooden frame with scrolling floral motif dated 1870.
Upholstery, Wood
Early Warren McArthur Reclining Shampoo Chair, Custom Wood-Base Model, 1930s
By Warren McArthur Corporation, Warren McArthur
Located in Camden, ME
Replaced casters follow period-appropriate proportions. Upholstery has been renewed; original 1930s McArthur upholstery would have been tacked rather than stapled.
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of 19th Century Antique Barley Twist Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage taupe velvet upholstery with original brass tack trim. Original wood finish shows nice age and patina.
Brass
Pair of Gilt Wrought Iron Curule Stools with Green Velvet Seats
Located in Oceanside, US
The seats retain green velvet upholstery with traditionally tacked undersides, suggesting older upholstery.
Wrought Iron
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
French Parisian Art Deco Ormolu Mounted Inlaid Oval Dining Table With Leaves
Located in New Orleans, LA
.- 47 1/4 in; and eight matching side chairs, the stepped canted back over an ormolu frieze above a vertical splat, to a trapezoidal seat on tapered square legs with ormolu sabots, i...
Bronze
Rare Venetian Neo-Rococo Dining Set Attributed to Vincenzo Cadorin for Testolini
By Testolini & Salviati, Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They feature elegant shaped backs, cabriole front legs, solid walnut construction, and original dark leatherette upholstery finished with peripheral brass tacks. The underside preser...
Nutwood
19th Century French Provincial Painted Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Warm beige velvet upholstery on front and back of chair, finished with upholstery tacks.
Paint, Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Unavailable
H 38.5 in W 23.25 in D 18.25 in
Mahogany 19th Century Empire Library Chair on Brass Casters
Located in Hudson, NY
Upholstered in dark red leatherette and finished with brass upholstery tacks.
Mahogany
Hepplewhite-Style Ebonized Open-Armed Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Quadrille red and yellow striped fabric on tight upholstered seat, finished with upholstery tacks.
Mahogany, Upholstery
English Chair and Ottoman
Located in So. Egremont, MA
Wood framed high back armchair and ottoman with teal blue velvet upholstry and brass upholstery tacks. Beautiful wood patina. The ottoman is 17" x 20" x 20" high.
Wood
Lovely Craftsman Period Rocking Chair, circa 1915
Located in Alhambra, CA
Reconditioned American Craftsman rocking chair with new red velvet fabric and anodized upholstery tacks. Front porch rockin' in comfort and style!
Velvet, Oak
Unavailable
H 14 in W 24 in D 19 in
French Rectangular Bench Covered with Tapestry Fabric, Early 1900s
Located in Petaluma, CA
It is covered with a Bordeaux red tapestry background with multicolored embroidery flowers throughout and decorative upholstery tacks. It would be stunning in any room.
Wood
Unavailable
H 47.25 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in
Antique Italian Wingback Chair with Mahogany Frame, Newly Upholstered
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
Newly upholstered in a burnt orange textured velvet, finished with decorative upholstery tack or stud strip and complimentary bolster pillow in same fabric.
Mahogany
French Continental Three-Panel Needlework Dressing Screen
Located in New York, NY
A needlework pattern of phoenixes, clouds, flowers and figures covers this antique French dressing screen. Metal upholstery tacks decorate its scalloped edges, and rust-colored velve...
High Back Leather Upholstered Chair
Located in Culver City, CA
This piece has been recently re-upholstered with a rich brown leather and large brass upholstery tacks that give the well crafted antique an updated feel.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Gunlocke Leather and Oak Armchairs, 1948
By Gunlocke
Located in Alhambra, CA
Refinished oak and reupholstered in camel-colored leather with hammered upholstery tacks. Oak arms feature subtle carved detailing along the curves.
Leather, Oak
Unavailable
H 16 in W 19.5 in D 14 in
"Point De Croix" Embroidered Wooden Arched Bench, 20th Century, Asian Style
Located in Petaluma, CA
The embroidery has pink and yellow flowers with green leaves on a pale blue background and decorative upholstery tacks around it as an added touch.
Wood
Japanese-Style Low Table or Altar Bench in Fish Leather Fabric
Located in Blacksburg, VA
The decorative fish leather fabric is securely affixed to the body with a frieze of upholstery tacks around the upper perimeter.
Wood
Edwardian Two-Seat Bench with Fan Shaped Backrest
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
Firm, upholstered seat in a caramel colored faux leather finished with upholstery tack or stud strip. This period piece is made from solid oak that's developed a lovely, warm patina ...
Oak
Hourglass Stool with Embossed Leather Printed Cotton Upholstery
Located in Hudson, NY
Ruben de Saavedra hourglass stool in embossed leather printed cotton upholstery with brass tacks.
Upholstery, Wood
Unavailable
H 37 in W 21 in D 19 in
Great Hollywood Regency Pair of Armchairs in a Patent Tortoise Shell Upholstery
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A Great 1940's Hollywood Regency Style Pair of Light Oak armchairs in a Tortoise shell Patent Leather Upholstery finished with Decorative Brass Tacking.The Great Tortoise Shell Desig...
Textile, Wood
Unavailable
H 28 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Barrel Chair with Swivel Base in Yellow, Gray--In Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Like all of our pieces, this chair was first restored and then reupholstered by hand in our Brooklyn studio, using traditional upholstery techniques (Hammer and tacks, no staples) an...
Upholstery, Thread, Wood
Mid-Century Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original round walnut base and new upholstery. Like all of our pieces, this chair was first restored and then reupholstered by hand in our Brooklyn studio, using traditional uphol...
Thread, Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Barrel Chair in Brown and Blue--3 in stock
By Karpen & Bros.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Like all of our pieces, these chairs were first restored and then reupholstered by hand in our Brooklyn studio, using traditional upholstery techniques (Hammer and tacks, no staples)...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Barrel Chair in Brown and Blue--3 in stock
By Karpen & Bros.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Like all of our pieces, these chairs were first restored and then reupholstered by hand in our Brooklyn studio, using traditional upholstery techniques (Hammer and tacks, no staples)...
Wood, Upholstery
Unavailable
H 35 in W 22 in D 22 in
Pair of Kaare Klint Barcelona Model 3758 Chairs, Mid-Century, Scandinavian
By Kaare Klint
Located in New York, NY
Rasmussens Snedkerier in 1927, these mid-century modern chairs originating in Denmark feature a Cuban mahogany frame, sweeping curved rear legs and original upholstery including leat...
Brass
Unavailable
H 40.75 in W 18.5 in D 20.25 in
George Washington Maher "Rockledge" Arts and Crafts Side Chair, 1911-1912
By George Washington Maher
Located in New York, NY
Stained oak with the original leather upholstery and leather-covered tacks. Provenance: Ernest L. & Grace King residence, Homer, Minnesota.
Leather, Oak, Upholstery
Unavailable
H 47.5 in W 31.5 in D 24.5 in
19th Century Portuguese Walnut and Leather Armchairs - a Pair
Located in Burton, TX
The chairs feature their original embossed leather upholstery that has been hand tacked with aged brass.
Leather, Walnut
American Modern Birch and Leather Armchair
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Modern armchair with inset sculpted solid birch arms, tufted and tacked leather upholstery and tapering splayed legs.
Leather, Birch
George II Style Wing Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of wing chairs updated with a black, grey and off-white paisley upholstery and accented with chrome tacks. Ball and claw mahogany legs in the manner of George II.
Cotton, Foam, Mahogany
Louis XV Style Italian Walnut Bergere and Tabouret
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A late 19th century walnut bergere with shaped leather-padded back above a broad cushion seat raised on carved cabriole legs, the tabouret of oval form raised on similarly worked leg...
Leather, Walnut
Unavailable
H 25.99 in W 32.68 in D 29.14 in
Deconstructed and Exposed Late Victorian Organic Flax Linen Tub Chair.
By RhubarbLondon
Located in London, GB
Unique and quirky original late Victorian tub chair traditionally restored and reupholstered in a classic organic flax linen with detailed exposed waxed frame, beautifully shaped rev...
Cotton, Hemp, Linen, Raw Linen
French Carved Walnut Frame Queen Anne Style Parlor Armchairs
Located in Farmers Branch, TX
Early 20th century carved walnut framed high-back armchairs for the parlour are covered in a woven coral upholstery fastened with brass tacks on the reverse and complementary gimp tr...
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Carved Walnut French Provincial Armchairs
Located in Farmers Branch, TX
A very fine pair of intricately carved walnut armchairs in the French Provincial style featuring back rests with a rounded top paired with full seat cushions, all covered in a custom...
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.