Vintage Birthing Chair
Vintage 1960s Congolese Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s British Brutalist Stools
Pine
Vintage 1970s Spanish Folk Art Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Spanish Folk Art Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Gothic Revival Lounge Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Medieval Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s American Modern Chairs
Marble
2010s American Modern Chairs
Marble
2010s American Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s American Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
1990s Italian De Stijl Lounge Chairs
Wool
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wood
2010s American Modern Chairs
Marble
Antique 1880s English Victorian Lounge Chairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Furniture
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables
Silver Leaf
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Furniture
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Furniture
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Danish Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables
Silver Leaf
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Tray Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Greek Revival Dining Room Tables
Glass, Laminate, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Wood
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Desks
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Leather, Foam
Early 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1630s English Charles II Rocking Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century Norwegian Other Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s French International Style Armchairs
Early 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Swedish Folk Art Chairs
Wood
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Vintage Birthing Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Vintage Birthing Chair?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An African birthing chair is a wooden seat with a sloped back and angled seat. Its original purpose was to help women maintain the proper position to deliver a baby, however many people use them for seating or decoration. On 1stDibs, shop a range of birthing chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
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