New Throne Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Resin
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Chairs
Walnut, Cotton
Antique 1890s American Gothic Revival Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Prairie School Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood, Oak, Walnut
2010s European Chairs
Brass, Steel
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chairs
Other
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian High Victorian Chairs
Walnut
2010s Italian Chairs
Metal, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Renaissance Chairs
Oak
Antique 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Antique Early 1900s Renaissance Side Chairs
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Other
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Paint
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
2010s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Chairs
Wood, Beech, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Chairs
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal
Vintage 1940s Tanzanian Tribal Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Marble, Bronze, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Birch
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s European Chairs
Leather, Plaster
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chairs
Other
2010s Slipper Chairs
Velvet
2010s Slipper Chairs
Velvet
2010s Slipper Chairs
Velvet
2010s Slipper Chairs
Velvet
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
Gold
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chairs
Other
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Colombian Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Rattan
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Walnut
2010s Colombian Lounge Chairs
Steel
1990s French Modern Club Chairs
Bronze
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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 are throne chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Throne chairs are sometimes called by the Latin word for chair, cathedra. Most often, you will simply see them referred to as thrones. Furniture makers have produced thrones for rulers and religious figures in various forms since ancient times. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of throne chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between a throne and a chair is their purpose. A chair is a piece of furniture designed to seat anyone, while a throne usually is a highly decorative chair reserved for a monarch like an emperor, king or queen. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage chairs.
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