Ottomans with Legs
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
2010s British Other Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Burlap, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood, Rope
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Armchairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Armchairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Velvet, Synthetic, Polyester, Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Mohair, Hardwood
2010s British Club Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Ash
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s European Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Armchairs
Wicker, Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
20th Century Louis XV Armchairs
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
20th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass, Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut, Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Maple, Wood
1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Upholstery
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Beech, Oak, Sheepskin
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s British Other Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
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Finding the Right Armchairs for You
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
- What is a cabriole leg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A cabriole leg is a is a type of leg used in Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture whose form is composed of two arcs: one at the top curving outward, and another at the bottom curving inward.
- What is a cocktail ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Ottomans are used as footstools, but can also be used as a makeshift side table, perhaps to be used for resting cocktails. They usually have four short but wide legs providing stability and ease of mobility. Your average ottoman is almost always firmer than a pouf, and even if the plush pouf in your living room feels sturdy, it’s probably not the best surface for your early-evening glass of wine. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary cocktail ottomans from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Ottomans can be used as seats, footstools or for storage.
- Can you sit on an ottoman?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can sit on an ottoman, though it may not be very comfortable for long periods of time because they don't have backings like sofas and chairs do. Ottomans are typically used as footrests, but there is no rule against sitting on them.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021Sure you can, however it does not have a backrest witch can make it not so comfortable for a larger period of time
- What is the point of an ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The point of an ottoman is mainly to provide a place for you to rest your feet so that you can relax with your legs elevated. The ottoman, originally an upholstered seat or small bench without a back or arms, was a family’s main seating furniture, a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats. It wasn’t until they were brought to Europe from Turkey, during the 18th century, that it became popular to join ottomans with other pieces of furniture, such as at the base of a chair. Large ottomans can also double as extra seats, and some have hidden storage for throws, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of ottomans.
- What is a gate legged table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A gateleg table is a form of furniture that dates back to the 16th century in England. When not in use, the tabletop has a fixed section and one or two hinged leaves that fold down beneath the fixed section and hang vertically. Shop a range of antique, vintage and made-to-order gateleg tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The legs on a table are referred to as table legs, but they may go by a different name that distinguishes the shape of the leg. Some common table leg shapes include square, fluted, shaker, hairpin and spiral, but there are many more different types. Shop a collection of vintage and new tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who introduced the cabriole leg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The cabriole leg has a long history of use by ancient Greeks and Chinese but only arrived in Europe in the early 18th century. The design, which resembles animal legs, is characteristic of Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture in England and of Louis XV furniture in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cabriole-leg furniture from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many reasons a bathroom vanity might have legs. This includes because the european style had legs for moving the furniture around. They also help make the furniture look more custom.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The cabriole leg was introduced during the 18th century. It first appeared on chairs, tables and case goods produced during the Louis XV period in France. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique cabriole leg furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is cabriole leg furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.
- What are bobbin turned legs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bobbin turned legs, sometimes called spool furniture, feature lathe-turned ornamental knobs that looked like bobbins or spools. Picture a series of circles or knots placed upon one another to form a leg. This was very popular on furniture from the late 17th century. Shop a collection of 17th century furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021There is no difference - the term Ottoman and Turkish are interchangeable when talking about rugs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
The difference between a hassock and an ottoman is that a hassock does not have storage, and an ottoman does. Both pieces can be large or small and have legs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The use of an ottoman in a bedroom is largely the same as it is in a living room. A person may place an ottoman in front of a lounge chair or accent chair used for reading in the bedroom, or they might position it at the foot of the bed or against the wall so that it can serve as a bench. An ottoman with a hinged top and a hidden inner compartment may serve as storage furniture for bedding, pillows, clothing, shoes or accessories. Shop a large selection of ottomans on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
- Did the Ottoman Empire have art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Ottoman Empire had incredible works of art that have a distinctive flair and are well-regarded around the globe. The Ottoman Empire lasted from roughly about 1300 to 1923 and was a dominant culture for a time. From tapestries to mosaics, detailed jewelry to dramatic paintings, the Ottoman Empire was an era of fantastic works of art that were influenced by a vast variety of cultures. Shop a collection of Ottoman Empire art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an ottoman a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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