Brown Cushion
1990s Indonesian Armchairs
Wicker
2010s Moroccan Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Wool, Natural Fiber
2010s Moroccan Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Wool, Natural Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Wool, Natural Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Leather, Suede
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
Leather, Suede
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pillows and Throws
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws
Wool
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Chippendale Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American American Classical Chaise Longues
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Teak
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Pine
20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Animal Skin
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron, Wrought Iron
2010s Australian Industrial Pillows and Throws
Cowhide
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s North American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Polyester, Wool, Nylon
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Fur...
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pillows and Throws
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Nylon
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Textile
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pillows and Throws
Linen, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Oak
2010s German Pillows and Throws
Faux Fur
2010s Danish Post-Modern Pillows and Throws
Upholstery, Feathers
2010s German Pillows and Throws
Silk
20th Century British Victorian Wall Mirrors
Leather
2010s German Pillows and Throws
Faux Fur
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Sofas
Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Ottomans and Poufs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Pillows and Throws
Velvet
2010s Brazilian Armchairs
Leather, Teak, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s German Pillows and Throws
Faux Fur
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Patio and Garden Fur...
Aluminum
2010s Australian Industrial Pillows and Throws
Leather
2010s German Pillows and Throws
Silk
2010s Danish Post-Modern Pillows and Throws
Upholstery, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pillows and Throws
Silk
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pillows and Throws
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Finding the Right Seating for You
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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