Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Naugahyde, Wood, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century British Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Iron
Late 20th Century French Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Iron
20th Century French Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery
1960s English George I Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1970s European Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Czech Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century French Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Wood
1950s American Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Mahogany
1970s Argentine Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Velvet
20th Century Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric
1960s French Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Pine
1970s Slovak Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric, Foam
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Metal
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric
1960s Italian Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Chrome
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Bentwood, Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Federal Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American American Empire Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Cane, Plywood, Velvet
1990s Austrian Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Foam, Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century American Classical Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Metal, Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Aluminum
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Maple
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Hickory
Mid-20th Century European Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1960s English Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Leather
1970s Italian Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Bouclé
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Linen, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century Queen Anne Vintage Upholstered Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
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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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers 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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