Seating
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Seating
Laminate, Birch, Plywood
1860s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Seating
Birch
Late 19th Century English Antique Seating
Upholstery, Wood
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Walnut, Mohair
1790s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Seating
Birch
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Pine
1930s American Other Vintage Seating
Leather, Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s South Korean Modern Seating
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s South Korean Modern Seating
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s German Modern Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Seating
Chrome
1920s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Seating
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s German Modern Seating
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Teak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
2010s Italian Post-Modern Seating
Other
Mid-20th Century French Modern Seating
Brass, Iron
1930s American Victorian Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Mahogany
2010s Chinese Modern Seating
Brass, Aluminum
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Seating
Stainless Steel
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Seating
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Travertine
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Seating
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Pine
1960s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Teak
1980s Vintage Seating
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Seating
Cane, Oak
2010s Chinese Modern Seating
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s Chinese Modern Seating
Limestone
2010s German Minimalist Seating
Leather, Oak
2010s Chinese Modern Seating
Wood
1920s British Chesterfield Vintage Seating
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Leather, Rosewood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Sheepskin, Walnut
2010s German Art Deco Seating
Lacquer, Leather, Mahogany
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Leather
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Teak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Teak
Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs
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.