Intricate Upholstered Chair
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Silk, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
20th Century British Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Giltwood
20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
2010s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Textile
20th Century Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1930s Moroccan Moorish Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1890s English Chippendale Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Chairs
Fabric, Maple, Leather
20th Century Chairs
Wood
2010s American Chairs
Leather, Maple
2010s American Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Maple
2010s American Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Maple
Antique 1790s Danish Regency Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Chairs
Birdseye Maple
Antique Mid-17th Century French Baroque Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Linen, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Chairs
Velvet, Wood
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Chairs
Fabric, Giltwood
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Chairs
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Renaissance Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Bentwood
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Chairs
Mohair, Walnut
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s Italian Rococo Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Neoclassical Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal, Steel
Antique 19th Century European Other Chairs
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs
Bone, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Cotton, Beech, Beads
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Metal, Metallic Thread
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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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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