Canape Style Sofas
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Canapes
Ormolu
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
20th Century Canapes
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Wood
20th Century Canapes
Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Beech
20th Century Canapes
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Beech
Antique 1870s French Empire Canapes
Silk, Walnut, Paint
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Canapes
Mohair, Oak
Antique 1790s French Louis XV Canapes
Silk, Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Canapes
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Silk, Giltwood
Vintage 1940s Austrian Biedermeier Canapes
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s European Canapes
Straw, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Giltwood
20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas
Wood, Beech
1990s American Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Feathers
Antique 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Canapes
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Italian Empire Canapes
Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Beech
20th Century French French Provincial Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
Vintage 1970s American Louis XV Canapes
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s English Canapes
Velvet
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Velvet, Giltwood
20th Century French Empire Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Canapes
Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chesterfield Canapes
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Metal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique 1770s French Louis XV Canapes
Damask, Silk, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Moorish Canapes
Fabric
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Canapes
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century European Canapes
Rattan
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Canapes
Tapestry, Wood, Paint
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Canapes
Leather
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
Metal
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1960s European Canapes
Velvet
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Fiberglass
2010s Turkish Modern Canapes
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.
- What is a Lawson style sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A Lawson style sofa has loose back pillows, a three-cushion seat design and a very simple shape. The armrests can be high, rolled or squared. The width of this sofa is big enough for a person to comfortably take a nap. Find your Lawson sofa on 1stDibs and let it blend in with your room or stand out altogether.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Home decor trends change often and certain styles of sofas come in and out of style. The sofa best suited for your home is a matter of personal preference and unique needs. Shop a wide range of sofas and other home furnishing on 1stDibs.
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