1980s Lacquer Armchairs
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century English Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Spanish Armchairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Armchairs
Hide, Upholstery, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Colombian Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Goatskin, Wood
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Lacquer, Parchment Paper, Velvet
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Metal
1990s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Armchairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Armchairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
20th Century Italian Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Spanish Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood, Paint
Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Iron
Late 20th Century Austrian Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1980s Finnish Post-Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Finnish Post-Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century English Armchairs
Satinwood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Armchairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Memphis Group Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
20th Century Italian Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Armchairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Satin, Hardwood, Lacquer
20th Century Desks
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Danish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Beech, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Lacquer
20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
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 ExpertApril 12, 2024Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
- Was plaid popular in the 1980s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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