Seating
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Leather, Velvet, Wood, Mohair, Bouclé, Jacquard, Linen
2010s South African Modern Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Seating
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Seating
Linen, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Steel
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Metal, Chrome
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Seating
Pine
2010s American Seating
Fabric, Upholstery, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Seating
Fabric, Oak
2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating
Cement
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Cane, Upholstery, Textile, Wood, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Seating
Stainless Steel
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Oak, Cowhide
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Seating
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Seating
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Seating
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Country Seating
Fabric, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Seating
Bouclé, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Seating
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating
Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century German Modern Seating
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Seating
Fabric
2010s Turkish Japonisme Seating
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Seating
Silk, Velvet
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
2010s American Seating
Wrought Iron
2010s Organic Modern Seating
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Modern Seating
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Wood, Hardwood, Cane, Textile, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Seating
Leather, Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating
Wool, Bouclé, Foam
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Seating
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating
Leather
2010s American Seating
Iron
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Aluminum
2010s Renaissance Seating
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Leather, Hardwood, Fiberglass, Upholstery, Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Seating
Steel
2010s Italian Seating
Textile, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Metal
1960s French Space Age Vintage Seating
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Seating
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Seating
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Seating
Plastic
2010s South African Modern Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Seating
Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Rush, Walnut
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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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
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Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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