Vintage Sculptural Chair
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Walnut
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Birch
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
1970s Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Chrome
1970s Italian Vintage Sculptural Chair
Leather, Bamboo
1950s American Vintage Sculptural Chair
Iron
1960s French Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood
1970s Vintage Sculptural Chair
Leather, Wood, Plywood
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Paper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Mohair
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
1970s Other Vintage Sculptural Chair
Iron
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
1990s Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Iron
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Upholstery
1950s American Vintage Sculptural Chair
Iron
20th Century French Rustic Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood
1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sculptural Chair
Iron
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Beech, Faux Leather
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Sculptural Chair
Mohair, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood, Mohair
Late 20th Century British Vintage Sculptural Chair
Aluminum
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Elm
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Upholstery
20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Mohair
20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Textile
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood, Faux Leather
Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood, Burl
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Brass
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Steel
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
1970s British Primitive Vintage Sculptural Chair
Fabric, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wicker
1970s French Brutalist Vintage Sculptural Chair
Concrete, Steel
1950s Italian Vintage Sculptural Chair
Cement
1960s American Vintage Sculptural Chair
Paper
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Cotton
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wool, Teak
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Fiberglass
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Teak
1970s Swedish Brutalist Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood, Velvet
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Beech
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Leather
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Olive
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Sheepskin, Beech
1950s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Steel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptural Chair
Metal
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
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