1970s Designer Sofa
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swedish Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1970s Swedish Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1960s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Chenille
Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Zebra Hide, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wool, Plastic
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s French Modern Sofas
Wool
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rope, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Teak
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool
Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Finnish Space Age Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Plywood
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Sofas
Wool, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Sofas
Wool, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Swiss Bauhaus Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Textile, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
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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 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 15, 2024Famous fashion designers in the 1990s include Vivienne Westwood, Miuccia Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier and Thierry Mugler.
For collectors and fashion lovers all over the world, ‘90s fashion has become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, who never wear the same thing twice. And because fast fashion didn’t yet exist, 1990s fashion trends and apparel — vintage '90s clothing, handbags and accessories — have a quality appreciated by the millennial generation: authenticity.
Find 1990s Chanel bags, Moschino pants, Margiela jackets and other vintage garments and accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
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