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Set of 6 Mid Century Walnut & Holly Hunt Fabric Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
This refined set of six dining chairs were realized by the illustrious John Widdicomb Co. and
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Widdicomb Style Armchairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style wood frame chairs in the style of John Widdicomb. (Please confirm item
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

Widdicomb Style Armchairs
Widdicomb Style Armchairs
H 35 in W 25.5 in D 25 in
Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Stunning custom sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa with spectacular woven original fabric. I've never
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
H 25.5 in W 112 in D 33 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Beige Fabric & Walnut Slipper Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century slipper / side chair with a walnut frame, square profile, and beige fabric
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

1950s T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Lounge Chair in New White Fabric
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Large Walnut Lounge Chair, Model WWZ, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

John Widdicomb Chinoiserie Engraved Game Card Table Dining Table & Chairs Set
By John Widdicomb
Located in West Hartford, CT
Exquisite 5 piece John Widdicomb dining set or game table set - it's good to have choices. Note
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Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Vintage Mid Century Widdicomb Style Arm Chairs, Reupholstered
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Doylestown, PA
Widdicomb. Expertly crafted and sturdy, these striking chairs have been refinished with a high quality
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chairs in Romo Fabric for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of 1950s iconic walnut Lounge Chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul McCobb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Widdicomb, in the United States, circa
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Loveseat for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This sofa features rounded stained
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Beech

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Beige Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century slipper / side chair with beige fabric upholstery and a walnut frame resting on four
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Wood, Upholstery

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Tan Fabric Upholstered Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century slipper / side chair with textured tan fabric upholstery and a walnut frame resting on
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by John Stuart Clingman for John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by John Stuart Clingman for John Widdicomb. This
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Upholstered Slipper Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Garnerville, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb slipper chair. The slipper chair traditionally is an armless
Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Rare Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Coppia di rarissime poltrone Widdicomb Design elegante e senza tempo di T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings / Widdicomb Black Fabric and Walnut Slipper
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century slipper / side chairs with black fabric upholstery with button tufted detail
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Model 1676 by Widdicomb Attributed Sofa
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Gibbings for Widdicomb featuring a blonde wood frame and velvet upholstery. This sofa was recently restored
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair Modernist Lounge Chairs attributed to T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings / Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched Pair of elegant Modernist Lounge Chairs attributed to T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Mid-Century Dining Set by t.h. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular dining set designed by t.h. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, it has the label in the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Maple, Walnut

New Upholstery John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Loveseat Couch
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New basket weave fabric upholstery Widdicomb sofa love seat slipper chair booth sofa. Black lacquer
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 'French' Walnut and Floral Upholstered
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE CO.)  
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Fabric

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb High Back Orange Upholstered Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century lounge armchair with a high back and bright orange fabric upholstery, resting
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Ten Saber Leg Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Ten Saber leg dining room chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976) for Widdicomb. Chairs are
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Striped Orange Upholstered Walnut Dining
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
frame with a curved slat back, resting on four tapered legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Fabric

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK / U.S.A)
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Lounge Chair for Widdicomb (UK/U.S.A)This exquisite slipper lounge
Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Set of 6 T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Sabre Walnut Dining Chairs, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of Six T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Company Solid Black Walnut Upholstered 4
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Armchairs, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and off-white fabric armchairs or side chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Stool, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and white fabric stool designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Walnut, Scalamandre Fabric, Dining Chairs, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Manhasset, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Walnut, Scalamandre Tapestry Fabric, Eight Dining or Side Chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Slipper Chair, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut and beige fabric slipper chair designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Walnut Lounge Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Grete Jalk, Percival Lafer, Widdicomb Furniture Co., Illum Wikkelsø, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in München, DE
look. Design: T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Manufacturer: Widdicomb The price refers to 2 armchairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set 6 John Widdicomb traditional Regency Dining Chairs
Located in Fraser, MI
John WIddicomb. Original condition. Two Armchairs. Two Side Chairs.
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Lounge chairs by Paul McCobb for Widdicomb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Widdicomb in 1960-61. Fully restored and
Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Curvaceous Sofa by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Reupholstered In Your Fabric
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Mid Century Sofa or Settee, designed by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings or Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of six dining armchairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Fully restored.
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

The chaise longue by Robsjohn-Gibbings crafted by the renowned Widdicomb Edition
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
The chaise longue by Robsjohn-Gibbings, crafted by the renowned Widdicomb Edition, embodies the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bleached Mahogany & Black Button Tufted Bench, 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb bleached mahogany bench with tufted black vinyl surface. Featuring
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Mahogany

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ladder Back Side Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, side chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb features a walnut, ladder
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of Eight Chinese Inspired Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful set of eight dining chairs by Widdicomb. Mid-Century Modern Chinese inspired design from
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Widdicomb, Circa 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Set of six upholstered dining chairs by Widdicomb. Including two arm chairs and four side chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Frame Lounge Chair, ca. 1955
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
lounge chair with newly reupholstered oatmeal color mohair fabric with tufted backs. Fabric is a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Credenza / Buffet by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek and elegant credenza buffet by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings. Made by Widdicomb. Widdicomb fabric
Category

20th Century American Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Stool, Walnut, Fabric, Widdicomb, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A rare stool designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company in Grand
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Widdicomb Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb, James Mont
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 teal blue dining chairs by John Widdicomb, 2 high back chairs and 6 side chairs.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Widdicomb Dining Chairs
Widdicomb Dining Chairs
H 45 in W 24 in D 21.5 in
French Provincial Armchairs by John Widdicomb, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s Pair of French Provincial Armchairs by John Widdicomb with original cream crewelwork
Category

Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Fruitwood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Rare Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Off-White Fabric, Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Produced by Widdicomb Furniture
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of Six Dinning Chairs by Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Six Dinning Chairs by Widdicomb in original fabric.
Category

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Set of 12 Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, Paul Smith Fabric
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of twelve dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Two arm chairs and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

6 John Widdicomb Walnut French Louis XVI Neoclassical Seersucker Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
"Six vintage John Widdicomb French Louis XVI dining chairs. Made of walnut featuring oval form with
Category

Late 20th Century Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Settee, Walnut, Webbing, Beige Fabric, Widdicomb, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge settee or 2-seat sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Produced by Widdicomb Furniture
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Widdicomb Dark Blue Armchairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Widdicomb Parsons style armchairs. Newly upholstered in dark blue Kravet textured chenille
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Neo-Classical Style Carved Walnut Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
dining chairs by John Widdicomb. The gray marbleized fabric is new. They are in very good condition. Side
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Stunning Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Sofa for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
on walnut legs. Manufactured by Widdicomb as part of the Symmetric Group. Possibly reupholstered (at
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Director or Savonarola Style Chairs in Burl Wood with Brass Accents by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous chairs by Widdicomb, burl wood frames, brass accents including stretchers, feet, accents
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Stunning Paul McCobb for Widdicomb Symmetric Armchair, Classic Modernist
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Paul McCobb high back Symmetric Group lounge chair for Widdicomb with new pale yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Lounge Chairs by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare pair of Paul McCobb high back Symmetric Group lounge chairs for Widdicomb with new light grey
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Lounge Chair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Berlin, DE
Classic lounge chair by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Wood newly refinished without
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Lounge Chair for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
. Specs: Wool fabric, Wood. Condition: This T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings lounge chair for Widdicomb is in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Slipper Chairs for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings slipper chairs for Widdicomb, circa 1955. This pair has been professionally
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Upholstery

Pair of lounge chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pair of lounge chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

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Widdicomb Fabric For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of widdicomb fabric available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of widdicomb fabric — often made from fabric, wood and walnut — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of widdicomb fabric you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of widdicomb fabric, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and Paul McCobb each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of widdicomb fabric that is worth considering.

How Much is a Widdicomb Fabric?

Prices for a piece of widdicomb fabric can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $22,010, while the average can fetch as much as $6,650.

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.