1930s Bentwood
Early 20th Century Polish Bohemian Stools
Cane, Beech
Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood, Beech
Vintage 1930s Czech Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Coat Racks and Stands
Beech
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Planters and Jardinieres
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Pedestals and Columns
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Finnish Side Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Fabric, Canvas, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Armchairs
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Canvas, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Armchairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Estonian Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture
Bentwood, Wood, Beech
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Velvet, Bentwood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s European Bauhaus Chairs
Rope, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Swivel Chairs
Beech, Bentwood
20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Stools
Wood, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Beech
Vintage 1930s Czech Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Club Chairs
Bentwood, Leather
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Rattan, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Rattan, Beech
Early 20th Century European Bauhaus Desks
Walnut, Maple, Faux Leather
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood, Beech
Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1920s Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
20th Century Romanian Stools
Iron
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Serving Tables
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood
Vintage 1930s Polish Bauhaus Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Rattan, Wood, Upholstery, Reed
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Satin, Bentwood
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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 a bentwood chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is a bentwood box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A bentwood box is a traditionally crafted style of a box from a single piece of wood that has been steamed and bent to form a box. Three of its four corners are bent at a 90-degree angle, with the fourth corner pinned, stitched, or glued in place. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bentwood boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- How old are bentwood rockers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bentwood rocking chair was introduced in the mid-1800s by Michael Thonet. Bentwood furniture is a signature of the furniture manufacturer Thonet — Michael produced chairs out of steam-bent wood, and starting in the middle of the 19th century, he produced a series of rockers. Shop a range of bentwood rocking chairs and furniture on 1stDibs.
- Who made bentwood rockers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Michael Thonet was the original maker of bentwood chairs. He invented the process of bending wood by using vapor to heat and then bend it into shape. You can shop a collection of bentwood chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Bentwood rockers are made out of wood that gets heated to a high temperature with steam and then bent. Ash and beech are two popular wood species for bentwood chair production. However, other woods are also suitable for use. On 1stDibs, find a range of bentwood rockers.
- When were Bentwood chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Bentwood Chair was made by German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century. His design is still popular with interior designers and homeowners worldwide. Shop a collection of Bentwood chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
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