Seating
Early 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Seating
Metal
1970s American American Classical Vintage Seating
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Metal, Bronze
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Bronze
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Brass
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Fabric
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Rattan
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Walnut
1950s Danish Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Jacquard, Teak, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Seating
Upholstery, Oak
1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Seating
Pine
Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Seating
Upholstery, Satinwood
1820s French Neoclassical Antique Seating
Fabric, Beech
1980s American American Classical Vintage Seating
Metal
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Seating
Ceramic
1930s Swedish Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Velvet, Birch
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Seating
Fabric
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Stone, Brass
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Chrome, Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Seating
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Seating
Silk
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Mahogany
2010s American American Classical Seating
Linen, Mahogany
2010s American American Classical Seating
Linen, Mahogany
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Seating
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Wood
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Fruitwood
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Wood
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Seating
Brass
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Upholstery, Wood
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Seating
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Leather, Wood
1780s American American Classical Antique Seating
Oak
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Wrought Iron
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Seating
Cherry
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Majolica, Pottery
18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Seating
Wood
18th Century Neoclassical Antique Seating
Wood
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Iron
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Seating
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Seating
Velvet
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Seating
Bamboo
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Seating
Upholstery
Late 20th Century North American American Classical Seating
Maple, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Seating
Fabric, Hardwood
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Aluminum
1920s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Brass
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating
Metal
2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Seating
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Seating
Velvet, Wood
1940s Neoclassical Vintage Seating
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Seating
Steel
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.