Vintage Chairs 1900s
20th Century German Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Wood, Paint
20th Century European Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century European Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century French Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century European Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Edwardian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Silk, Wood
20th Century English Edwardian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Silk, Wood
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Chairs 1900s
Walnut
20th Century Belgian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century Austrian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century Belgian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Oak
20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century French Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery
20th Century Vintage Chairs 1900s
Metal
20th Century European Louis XV Vintage Chairs 1900s
Beech
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fruitwood
1930s Danish Country Vintage Chairs 1900s
Beech
20th Century French Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Belgian Country Vintage Chairs 1900s
Rush, Wood
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Leather, Pine
20th Century Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century American Jacobean Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
20th Century American Victorian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century British Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
1960s Romanian Art Deco Vintage Chairs 1900s
Straw, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Faux Leather
20th Century German Art Nouveau Vintage Chairs 1900s
Paint
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Chairs 1900s
Cane, Oak
20th Century North American Victorian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century French Victorian Vintage Chairs 1900s
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Vintage Chairs 1900s
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Cord, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Chrome
Late 20th Century Chippendale Vintage Chairs 1900s
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood, Faux Fur
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Chairs 1900s
Leather, Wood
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Metal
20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Chairs 1900s
Hardwood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Vintage Chairs 1900s
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Hepplewhite Vintage Chairs 1900s
Sycamore
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage Chairs 1900s
Iron
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Chairs 1900s
Upholstery, Paint
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Steel
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Vintage Chairs 1900s
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Vintage Chairs 1900s
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Revival Vintage Chairs 1900s
Oak
1940s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs 1900s
Pine
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Vintage Chairs 1900s
Mahogany
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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 ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the early 1900s, engagement rings often looked like other jewelry from the Edwardian era, which coincided with the reign of King Edward VII in the United Kingdom from 1901 to 1910. Cutters used new diamond saws and jewelry lathes to refine the old European cut. The resulting stones, designed to sparkle in the light from candles and gas lamps, are beloved by connoisseurs for their inner fire and romantic glow. The invention of the oxyacetylene torch enabled jewelers to use platinum, which had previously been too challenging to work with. This technological advancement made it possible for Edwardian rings to show off lacy filigree and milgrain work. Nature also influenced jewelry in the early 1900s. Flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian age is sometimes called the "garland era." Find a selection of Edwardian engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 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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