Danish Fireside Chairs
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
2010s Danish Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
2010s Danish Lounge Chairs
Textile
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Space Age Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Plastic
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Armchairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Bouclé, Oak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé
1990s French Modern Club Chairs
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s German Modern Swivel Chairs
Suede
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bouclé, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Club Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
1990s Swiss Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Plastic
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Antique 1870s English Hepplewhite Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1940s Danish Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Velvet, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century Danish Armchairs
Teak, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs
Teak, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
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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 a fireside chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Just as the name suggests, fireside chairs are traditionally made to be placed next to the fireplace, so that the sitter can be warm and comfortable in cold weather. A fireside armchair can be purchased individually or in pairs. They are designed to provide an interesting and cozy focal point in the room. Find a collection of antique and vintage fireside chairs on 1stDibs.
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