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Mid-20th Century Dutch Louis XV Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Chairs
Maple
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century American Campaign Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
2010s German Modern Chairs
Suede, Ash
2010s German Modern Chairs
Leather, Ash
Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Side Chairs
Textile, Wood
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Children's Furniture
Velvet, Wood
Late 20th Century American Jacobean Armchairs
Chenille, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery
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Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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20th Century Dutch Club Chairs
Sheepskin
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
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Elm, Hardwood, Oak, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Cane, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs
Zinc
Vintage 1960s Dutch Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Wood, Leather
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak, Fabric
Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Dining Room Chairs
Mohair, Birch
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Canvas, Beech, Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Textile, Wood
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Hickory, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Georgian Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century English Sheraton Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century European Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century European Country Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
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Upholstery, Walnut
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Elm
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
Wood, Velvet
20th Century American Dining Room Tables
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Antique 1880s French Louis XIV Armchairs
Textile, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs
Upholstery, Linen
Vintage 1940s French Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery
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Steel
Antique 1880s English Victorian Dining Room Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Beech
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Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
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Aluminum
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Teak
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Elm
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Aluminum
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
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Wood, Fabric
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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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
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