Pull Out Sofa Bed
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cowhide
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Settees
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Aesthetic Movement Sofas
Jacquard, Velvet
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine, Paint
Vintage 1960s Dutch Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Oak
Vintage 1980s Daybeds
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Living Room Sets
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Late Victorian Settees
Upholstery, Beech, Walnut
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Pine, Paint
Antique Late 18th Century English End Tables
Brass
Antique 1790s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Copper
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern End Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Pine
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Chrome, Nickel
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Country Sofas
Pine
Vintage 1980s European Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s European Modern Sofas
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Linen, Pine
20th Century Italian Sofas
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Antique 1790s Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century American Classical Sofas
Brocade
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Pine, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Brass, 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best sofa bed depends upon your individual needs. Factors like size, the material and appearance of the piece’s frame, how comfortable the mattress is and more are to be considered while choosing the best sofa bed for you. Find a collection of antique and vintage sofa beds on 1stDibs today.
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