Z Chairs Pair
Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century North American Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Raffia
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Lucite
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Lucite
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Other Chairs
Velvet, Rush, Wood
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian De Stijl Chairs
Wood, Elm
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Plywood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s Italian De Stijl Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Hardwood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
2010s Italian Baroque Desks and Writing Tables
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Baroque Desks and Writing Tables
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Baroque Desks and Writing Tables
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Hardwood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Side Tables
Metal, Bronze, Steel, Iron
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
20th Century Unknown Side Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Plywood
Vintage 1970s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
1990s American Post-Modern Pillows and Throws
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Tables
Carrara Marble, Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
18k Gold, Steel, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Brass, Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Steel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Tables
Carrara Marble, Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Tables
Carrara Marble, Brass, Cut Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Lucite
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Lucite
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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.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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