Seating
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Modern Seating
Upholstery, Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Upholstery, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Fabric, Velvet
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Pine
2010s American Minimalist Seating
Ash, Hickory, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Textile
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Teak
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Leather
1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Seating
Fabric, Birch
1960s American Bohemian Vintage Seating
Brass
1950s Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Aluminum
20th Century English Modern Seating
Fabric, Beech
1990s American Chippendale Seating
Mahogany
20th Century European Seating
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Teak
2010s British Hollywood Regency Seating
Brass
1930s African Rustic Vintage Seating
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Walnut, Burl
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Metal
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric, Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Teak, Upholstery
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Leather, Fabric, Linen, Beech
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Sheepskin, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Seating
Velvet, Beech
2010s American Modern Seating
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Seating
Other
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Textile
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Seating
Metal
1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Seating
Suede, Rosewood
2010s Italian Seating
Wood, Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Seating
Leather, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Seating
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating
Fabric, Walnut
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Seating
Bouclé, Maple, Burl
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating
Sheepskin, Wood
18th Century American Country Antique Seating
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Oak
20th Century American William and Mary Seating
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Seating
Fabric, Birch
1970s Vintage Seating
Leather, Fabric
2010s Portuguese Modern Seating
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Seating
Rush, Maple
2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Seating
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Seating
Textile
Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Seating
Wood
2010s Seating
Chrome
1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Seating
Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Post-Modern Seating
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Seating
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating
Fiberglass, Resin
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating
Steel, Chrome
20th Century American Modern Seating
Upholstery, Wood
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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