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Seating For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
Poul Kjærholm PK20 Lounge Chair Natural Leather Chromed Steel for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The PK20™ is a laidback and elegant easy chair, designed by Poul Kjærholm. Handcrafted in both wicker and leather, the chair features soft leather upholstery and a reclining headrest...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Poul Kjærholm PK20 Lounge Chair Natural Wicker Chromed Steel for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The PK20™ is a laidback and elegant easy chair, designed by Poul Kjærholm. Handcrafted in both wicker and leather, the chair features soft leather upholstery and a reclining headrest...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in HENNA (dark rust / brown) also shown in PUTTY (CREM/BEIGE TONE) Hardwood frame, no sag, HR foam, cotton, and crown cushion. (down alternative / 90/10 down / 25/75 down) available upon request. Hand-crafted in the USA Dark Walnut legs, and antique brass style caster wheels. (this is optional) English roll...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Seating

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Broc Weathered White Oak Counter Stool with Linen Seat
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The Broc White Oak Counter Stool is not just a piece of furniture; it's a work of art. Crafted from high-quality white oak wood in our Montana ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Linen, Foam, Oak

Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ 1936 Armchair for Artek
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. As voluminous as it is comfortable, Armchair 400 was created b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Black Walnut Live Edge Spindle Back Entry Bench, in Stock
Located in Calgary, CA
A contemporary spin on an iconic bench - handcrafted in rich American black walnut this spindle-backed bench with exaggerated hand-turned legs makes a per...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Knife Walnut Beam Bench 4' Solid Wood + Blackened Steel Bench by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our knife beam bench in walnut utilizes salvaged walnut wood logs for a rustic bench. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of each species. The 12" x 12" beam is milled and finished to sit raised by a mild steel base with a black patina. The beam bench brings rustic beauty at a variety of lengths. Cracks, knots, saw marks and variation is part of the beauty of these pieces. The wood will continue to move and the finish to patina over time. The knife walnut beam bench makes a cozy coffee table in a den or living room or low table in a mud room or entry hall for flexible use as a place to place packages and bags or to remove shoes. With the oiled finish used on the knife walnut beam bench, we do not recommend putting this bench outside...
Category

2010s American Rustic Seating

Materials

Steel

Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function. Dimensions: Diameter 18 in. (46 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Finish color options: sedona red lupi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast. The exoskeleton of the base supports a...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Rattan

Montgomery Modern Oak and Leather Arm Chair / Office Chair by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Montgomery arm chair by Crump and Kwash Hand shaped white oak frame / commercial finish / handwoven hickory brown leather seat and back / nylon glides Also available with black le...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak, Hardwood

Reclaimed Elm Wood Rustic Wide Seat Bench 78.5"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite reclaimed elm wood bench, featuring unique details and wabi sabi reclaimed elegance. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this bench showcases the nat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Elm

Franck Evennou, Bluc, Contemporary Lounge Chair, France, 2010
Located in New York, NY
Current Upholstery is red (not as pictured) A contemporary lounge chair of cleverly arranged geometric forms -- an oversized oval seat with a perpendicular circular back, set upon s...
Category

2010s French Seating

Materials

Bronze

Modern Dining Archipen Chair in Various Fabrics by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The concept behind our latest creation, the "Archipen" chair, celebrates movement and dynamism through its distinctive design. With its minimalist aesthetic, characterised by clean l...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Bouclé, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash

Teddy Beige Boucle Fabric Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
An invitation to enjoy moments of pure comfort between its generous volumes, this enveloping armchair will make for the ideal complement flanking a lamp and creating a cozy nook to r...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Fabric

APEX Swiveling Dining Chair Organic carved Seat Mid Century Modern chair T
Located in Portland, OR
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and style with our Mid-Century Modern Swiveling Dining Chair. Imagine settling into the organic, contoured, tractor-style seat, designed to cr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Seating

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Teak, Walnut

Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs in Moss Green
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum, ...
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Customizable Sleek Daybed in Rich Leathers, Lacquers, or Steels
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elegance encompasses the harmonious blend of proportion, emotion, and unexpected elements. With its graceful yet sturdy form, this daybed embodies a striking silhouette complemented ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Mushroom Ottoman in Teal Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a dark teal colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

HOLLYHOCKS Velvet Vesper 3-Seater Sofa - Spring
Located in New York, NY
Rest amongst a meadow of wildflowers with the HOLLYHOCKS Vesper Sofa in sumptuous British-made cotton velvet. Named for the Latin evening star, the Vesper Loveseat is the perfect pi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Seating

Materials

Cotton, Linen

Pair Distressed Cognac Leather French Art Deco Mustache Cigar Club Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning pair of painstakingly and meticulously crafted re-edition of the famous cognac distressed leather "Mustache" French Art Deco club chairs originally made famous fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary Chair 'FF Swivel' Chrome, Black Leather
Located in Paris, IDF
The 'FF Swivel' chair designed by Ida L. Hildebrand for Friends & Founders Model shown in main picture: - Chrome frame - Dakar Black Leather Upholstery available in a wide range o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Oxbend Leather Seat Pad for the Oxbend Chair and Stool
Located in Bend, OR
These leather seat pads fit the Oxbend chair, bar stool or bench. They incorporate a non-slip pad in the bottom to keep them in place on the chair. Av...
Category

2010s American Seating

Materials

Leather

Teak Wood Customizable Counter Stool with Light Beige Upholstery, Sotto Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Sotto teak wood counter stool designed by Uultis Studio with light beige fabric. The Sotto counter stool blends natural beauty with refined craftsmanship, making it a timeless addition to kitchens and dining spaces alike. Designed with a robust teak wood frame and legs, it features a unique matte, velvety "teak touch" finish that highlights the organic grain and natural variations of the wood, ensuring each piece is uniquely yours. The cushioned seat, upholstered in a soft wheat beige fabric with a thin plain weave, provides a neutral palette that complements any interior style. Perfectly proportioned for kitchen islands or elevated dining areas, the Sotto stool...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Teak, Fabric

Mott Stool by Cruc Studio, Wool & Solid Wood Handcrafted Stool
Located in New York, NY
Mott Stool by Cruc Studio 2024 Fabric: 100% Virgin Wool. Base: Flor Morado Solid Wood D 50 X H 55 cm D 19.2" x H 21.6" CRUC is a design studio founded by Colombian designers Veró...
Category

2010s Colombian Seating

Materials

Wool, Wood

Mushroom Ottoman in Cream Boucle
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped stool, upholstered in a white colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and s...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Oxbend Stool, Bar, or Counter Seat in Walnut
Located in Bend, OR
This bar stool, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair. The Oxbend collection was born from a desire to create seating that is comfortable, organic, and elegant in its simplicity. This Oxbend stool...
Category

2010s American Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Inez Counter and Barstool by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Inez counter stool and barstool by Crump and Kwash Upholstered seat top / premium foam cushion / solid wood base / hand rubbed oil finish / solid steel construction / durable powder coat finish / 360 degree rotating...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Tourenne Chair in Performance Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Tourenne Chair from Lemieux et Cie is a celebration of organic modernism, its rounded, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sin...
Category

2010s American Seating

Materials

Velvet

Cini Boeri 'Botolo' High Chair in Natural Fur for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Cini Boeri 'Botolo' High Chair in Fur for Arflex. Designed in 1973, current production. Cini Boeri designed Botolo in 1973, giving life to a new design ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Conchula Armchair Set of 2, Swivel, White Bouclé, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Conchula Swivel Armchairs, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Conchula swivel lounge chair is a room-defining f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Cast Resin 'Stone' Dining Chair, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic longevity. Surprising comfort. Dimensions: Width 17 in. (43.2 cm), depth 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 33 in. (83.8 cm). Weight 35 lbs. (15.8 kg). No assembly required. Finish color options: white stone natural stone aged stone (shown) key stone...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass

Modern Baby Gropius Chair CS1 Fluffy Edition in Faux Sheepskin by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The latest addition to NOOM's iconic furniture collection is the Gropius Fluffy Edition. This stunning chair combines timeless aesthetics with ultimate comfort, perfect for interior ...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Fur, Faux Fur, Sheepskin

Sculptural Bouclé Dining Chair with Pedestal Base-Set Of Six Chairs Taupe Bouclé
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of bouclé fabric colors. ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Bouclé, Upholstery

Flemming Lassen The Tired Man Lounge Chair Sheepskin Moonlight for Audo
Located in New York, NY
Flemming Lassen designed the overstuffed easy chair, The Tired Man, for The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Competition in 1935. It is characterized by organic, bearlike shapes and t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Seating

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Kazuhide Takahama Tulu Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Kazuhide Takahama Tulu Chair For Cassina Symbol of cutting-edge construction and avant-garde experimentation, Tulu is a stackable design chair designed in 1968 by Japanese architect...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Hans J Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78 Mama Bear' Chair in Oak for Carl Hansen The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beauty, com...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Custom Made Dining Chair With Curved Ergonomic Back In High Performance Suede
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Sculptural design inspired by the work of Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas. Standard finishes Fabrics: Textured Boucle Structure: Graphite Ash Metal Studs: Gold. “Minimum order of 4 ch...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Marcel Gascoin 'F-Chair' Outdoor Lounge Chair Natural Teak for GUBI
Located in New York, NY
The garden gets an upgrade with the simple functionality of two of French architect and designer Marcel Gascoin’s most enduring iconic designs. GUBI’s new outdoor collection, now in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Teak

Powder Pink Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Lorenza Bozzoli Couture presents a limited-edition collection characterized by an extremely soft design, eclectic, and distinctly retro. The new Fur Collection offers the Couture ico...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Leather

Etna Pink Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Designed with glamorous catwalks in mind, this unique handmade pouf distills eclectic charm. Beige, a couple of brown shades, and gold are the nuances selected for the lurex and visc...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Armadillo 1 Dark Brown High Back Swivel Office Armchair by Rainer Bachschmid
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by Rainer Bachshmid as part of the Armadillo series of executive office seating, this elegant swivel armchair has it all. Equipped with a 5-spoked, cast-aluminum base that c...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Customizable Fringes Sofa By Munna In Pale Pink Cotton Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Contemporary Chair 'Elé' by Ann Demeulemeester, Black Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Dining Chair 'Elé' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax. Solid beech wood Stain: Black The 'Elé' chair by Ann Demeulemeester is a timeless expression of understated elegance a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Twist & Knot Stool Tall in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Twist & Knot Stool Tall in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal Immersed in the heritage of India's ancient artistry, the humble rope transports us to the heart of craftsmansh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Seating

Materials

Brass

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and yellow mohair velvet. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Mode...
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Oak, Mohair, Velvet

Contemporary Chair 'Boho' by Ann Demeulemeester, Black Beech (in stock)
Located in Paris, IDF
Sculptural Chair 'Boho' designed by Ann Demeulemeester for Serax. Solid beech wood Stain: Black The 'Boho' chair by Ann Demeulemeester redefines modern design with its bold, sculp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Style Sofa in Velvet with Toned Piping
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary 'Jagger' Sofa by Norr11, Dining, Setup 2, Customizable
Located in Paris, IDF
JAGGER Sofa, Dining version Modular sofa: create your own configuration using all available modules. Configuration shown on main image: Modules: 1 x Half circle + 1 x Double + 11 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Foam

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Velvet/Eden Green
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the illusion of seamlessly fitting into a 90-degree corner and making any room feel cozy. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa for Arflex 240cm
Located in Tilburg, NL
Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa 1969 for Arflex, Italy. New, current production. Modular seating system, this listing is for a 3 seater 240cm. The modular seating system '9000' by Tito Agn...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

21st Century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite Armchair, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Deco Elie Saab Maison Velvet Bronze Brass Elite armchair, Italy Rich and powerful, Elite is a timeless classic able to distinguish itself through exclusive details and exquisite craftsmanship of its futuristic lines. Accentuated by its semicircular and sinuous shapes, the armchair, enhances its ergonomics with contemporary lines. Made in Italy. Composition: Plywood and solid wood structure. Upholstery in polyurethan with 8309 Rainbow Velvet...
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass, Metal

Le Nid Hanging Chair
Located in Greenport, NY
Le Nid is a beautiful steam bent hickory chair that is light to eye and touch. Included is bronze hardware to hang from a 10’ ceiling and a shearling cushion. D...
Category

2010s American Seating

Materials

Hickory

Custom Made Designer Sofa with A Vintage Touch
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a stylish and versatile piece that blends contemporary design with a vintage touch. It features a wooden base and convex edges, providing both comfort and a sleek aesthe...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex in fabric. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues. The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. This listing is for a sofa with fabric upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities. Designed by Mario Marenco (1933-2019) 1957 degree at Naples University. 1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities. 1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings. 1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline 1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands. 1985 watches...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Modular Couch in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever modular sofa. Composed of 12 versatile modules, Carmel allows endless configurations,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues. The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities. Designed by Mario Marenco (1933-2019) 1957 degree at Naples University. 1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities. 1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings. 1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline 1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands. 1985 watches...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of Two Charlotte Perriand 533 Doron Hotel Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1947. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The Doron Hotel armchair was designed in 1947 by Charlotte Perriand, a real mo...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fur, Wood

Beachcomber Counter Stool in White Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light and strong, the beachcomber bar stool evokes the sight of an old wooden monohull, it's lean, sturdy mast together with the rigging worthy o...
Category

2010s American Shaker Seating

Materials

Oak

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.

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