Arrow Chair
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Hardwood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Primitive Side Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Chairs
Maple
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Side Chairs
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Victorian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass, Iron
Antique 1820s American Federal Chairs
Maple, Paint
Antique 1870s Renaissance Revival Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Thai Tribal Dining Room Chairs
Plastic, Wood
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs
Iron, Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs
Ash, Teak, Papercord
Antique 1850s American Chairs
Hickory, Poplar
Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs
Iron, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Satin
Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Fruitwood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Corner Chairs
20th Century French Side Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane, Walnut, Giltwood
Antique Late 18th Century Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Leather
20th Century Italian Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Painted Furniture
Pine
Early 20th Century Shaker Dining Room Sets
Rush, Hardwood, Paint
Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Armchairs
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Linen, Wood
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century American Neoclassical Armchairs
Wood
20th Century American Neoclassical Armchairs
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s American Regency Armchairs
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Iron, Brass
20th Century American Chairs
Wood
Antique 1820s American American Colonial Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Brass
20th Century Italian Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Cherry
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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.
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