Leather Gainsborough Chairs
Vintage 1920s English Georgian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century English Side Chairs
Cowhide, Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Side Chairs
Leather
2010s Chairs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Beech
20th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Club Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Metal, Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Brass
20th Century English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Antique 18th Century British Chippendale Armchairs
Leather
20th Century British Other Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Armchairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century English George II Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1880s English George III Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Armchairs
20th Century English Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
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Marble
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century Irish Regency Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Leather
Antique 18th Century Armchairs
Mahogany
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather
Late 20th Century British Modern Armchairs
Velvet, Textile
21st Century and Contemporary English George III Club Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Faux Leather
Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
Antique 1730s English George II Armchairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
Vintage 1930s English Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century English Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1920s British Regency Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Armchairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Georgian Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s European Regency Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s European Regency Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Wood, Leather
Late 20th Century English Chairs
Late 20th Century English Georgian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique 1760s English Georgian Chairs
Mahogany, Tapestry
Antique 1860s English Victorian Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Antique Early 1900s British Georgian Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Antique 18th Century Chippendale Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s English Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Wood, Leather
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
20th Century English George III Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s English Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Armchairs
Leather
20th Century British Armchairs
Leather
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chairs
Vintage 1980s British Chesterfield Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Armchairs
Leather
Antique 18th Century English Armchairs
Mahogany
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
20th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century American Georgian Armchairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
20th Century Scottish Chesterfield Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Mid-18th Century British George III Armchairs
Mahogany
20th Century British Armchairs
Leather, Pine
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
Early 20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Metal, Brass
20th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Suede, Wood
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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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
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