Shaped Chair
1990s Italian Chairs
Faux Fur
2010s Indonesian American Classical Club Chairs
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Thai Post-Modern Side Chairs
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Plywood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Beech, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Faux Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs
Leather
2010s Philippine International Style Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Corner Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1850s British Slipper Chairs
Bouclé, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wenge
Late 20th Century Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s Danish Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Teak
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Chairs
Iron
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
1990s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Chairs
Iron
Antique 1870s English Victorian Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Oak
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood, Faux Leather
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Bronze
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Ch...
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
1990s European Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s Swedish Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wool, Mohair
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Oak, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Steel
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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 S-shaped chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022S-shaped chairs are also called Panton Chairs after Danish designer Verner Panton. Part of the modernist style, Panton’s designs are considered masterpieces of Danish design and are beloved by interior designers the world over. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Panton chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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