Verner Panton S Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s German Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Laminate
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Paint, Foam
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
Early 2000s German Post-Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s European Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Polyester
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Polyester
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Sheet Metal
1990s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Acrylic
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome, Metal
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Space Age Table Lamps
Plastic
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Textile, Foam
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century German Modern Side Tables
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Space Age Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Enamel
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Birch
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
20th Century Books
Paper
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
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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.
- Why was the Panton chair made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Panton chair was made with the goal of creating a stackable chair made out of a single piece of plastic. Designed by Verner Pantonin 1960, the smooth cantilevered design is exceptionally versatile. Browse 1stDibs to find a range of authentic Panton chairs for sale from top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Panton chair is crafted with polyurethane, a cold-pressed, glass-fiber reinforced polyester. Polyurethane helps sculpt the Panton chair’s signature shape and makes it easy to maintain, as it is durable and can withstand the elements. Browse a collection of Panton chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
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