Fireside Chairs
2010s Renaissance Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Renaissance Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Jute, Wood
2010s Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Rush, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s French Modern Side Chairs
Oak, Leather, Linen
Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Side Chairs
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Wood, Velvet
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rush, Walnut
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Armchairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Rush, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Chippendale Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Sycamore
Early 20th Century Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
2010s French Minimalist Side Chairs
Oak, Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Rococo Revival Armchairs
Silk, Walnut
2010s American Georgian Club Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs
Naugahyde, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Wood
20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bamboo, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Slipper Chairs
Wool, Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century European Rustic Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Rosewood
20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Teak
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Fabric, Giltwood
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Space Age Armchairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Jute, Oak
20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Straw, Oak
Vintage 1940s French Rococo Side Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Polyester
20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Italian Chairs
Wicker, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Teak
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Wood
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Fireside Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 fireside chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Just as the name suggests, fireside chairs are traditionally made to be placed next to the fireplace, so that the sitter can be warm and comfortable in cold weather. A fireside armchair can be purchased individually or in pairs. They are designed to provide an interesting and cozy focal point in the room. Find a collection of antique and vintage fireside chairs on 1stDibs.
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