Vintage Chair Sets
1960s Belgian Minimalist Vintage Chair Sets
Wicker, Oak
1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1960s French Brutalist Vintage Chair Sets
Oak
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Fabric, Teak
20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Chair Sets
Velvet, Walnut
1960s German Vintage Chair Sets
Beech
1960s German Vintage Chair Sets
Beech
1930s Scandinavian Vintage Chair Sets
Upholstery, Mahogany
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Wood, Faux Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Velvet, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Teak, Bouclé
1960s French Vintage Chair Sets
Leather, Elm
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Fabric, Wool, Beech
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Velvet, Wood, Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Velvet, Teak
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Faux Leather, Plastic
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Wood
1960s German Brutalist Vintage Chair Sets
Oak
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Leather, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Textile, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Faux Leather, Teak, Plywood
1950s Bauhaus Vintage Chair Sets
Chrome
1950s Italian Vintage Chair Sets
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chair Sets
Silk, Oak
1950s American Vintage Chair Sets
Steel
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chair Sets
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Chrome
1960s Dutch Vintage Chair Sets
Birch
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1970s English Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Mahogany
1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1940s French Folk Art Vintage Chair Sets
Oak
1960s French Vintage Chair Sets
Birch
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Rattan, Bamboo
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Lacquer
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Rattan, Wood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Teak
1940s European Vintage Chair Sets
Bentwood
1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Upholstery, Wood
1960s French Brutalist Vintage Chair Sets
Oak
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Plastic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Rush, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Chrome
1950s French Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Aluminum
1960s French Vintage Chair Sets
Beech
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chair Sets
Chrome
1960s Polish Rustic Vintage Chair Sets
Pine
1950s French Vintage Chair Sets
Metal
1960s German Vintage Chair Sets
Beech
1960s German Vintage Chair Sets
Beech
1960s Czech Vintage Chair Sets
Bentwood
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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.
- 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 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture 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.
- 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.
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