What is the most comfortable chair for a living room?

For a living room, there are many types of chairs that can qualify as “comfortable” depending on individual preferences. When choosing a comfortable chair, consider the seat, which supports your weight, the back, which provides lumbar support, and the arms, which are especially important if you use the chair for long hours. Comfortable chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs.

What kind of chairs do you put in a living room?

What kind of chairs you put in a living room is up to you. Many people furnish living rooms with accent chairs, which are crafted with both comfort and style in mind. If you have a desk in your living room, you may want to place a stationary or rolling desk chair in front of it. Since there are no rules for decorating, you're free to use dining chairs, benches and stools for living room seating. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.

How do you choose an accent chair for a living room?

To choose an accent chair for a living room, first measure the floor space available for your chair and the height of the seats of the other furniture in the room. You'll generally want to select a chair that will fit your floor plan and has a seat height that is no more than 4 inches taller or shorter than the other furnishings in the seating area. Next, consider the style and color scheme of your room, looking for chairs that will match. Once you have narrowed down the options, compare materials and prices to select the chair that will suit your preferences, coordinate with the rest of your space and fit your budget. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.

What are big living room chairs called?

What big living room chairs are called depends on their style. A chair that has an integrated footrest is a lounge chair or a chaise longue, while one with a tall back that curves in at the top is a wingback chair. Chairs that feature footrests that raise and lower with the touch of a button or pull of a lever are recliners. A chair-and-a-half is an extra-wide living room chair with a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of living room chairs.

Do accent chairs have to match in living room?

No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.

What do you call a lounge chair for the living room?

Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.

Can I use a lounge chair in a living room?

Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.

1940s Living Room Chairs

Mid Century Swedish Lounge Chair

Fritz Hansen 1940

Danish Midcentury Easy Chair

1940s Mahogany Furniture

1940s Danish Club Chair

Swedish Cabinetmaker

Swedish Rocking Chairs In Sheepskin

1940s Wood Office Chair

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fabulous 1940s Billy Haines Style Channel Back Occasional Tub Chair - Restored

$2,450

Rare Palle Suenson Easy Chair by Fritz Hansen, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

beech legs, designed by Palle Suenson and manufactured in 1940's by Fritz Hansen. A unique sourced

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Rare Palle Suenson Easy Chair by Fritz Hansen, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

$19,581

Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, Sweden, 1940s

By Otto Schulz

Located in Brussels, BE

Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, Sweden, 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Easy Chair by Otto Schulz, Sweden, 1940s

$6,230

Alvar Aalto Hallway Chairs model 54 by Artek in 1940s

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in Espoo, FI

Artek armchair, model 54, "Hallway chair", 2 pcs. Desingned by Alvar Aalto. Birch frame with

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Hallway Chairs model 54 by Artek in 1940s

$3,441 / set

Art Deco Arm Chair attributed to Francis Jourdain 1940s brown leather

By Francis Jourdain

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Deco Armchair attributed to Francis Jourdain, France - 1940s in original fair condition. With

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Art Deco Arm Chair attributed to Francis Jourdain 1940s brown leather

$4,687

Pair of Vintage Geometric Style Lounge Chairs, attr. to Augusto Bozzi, 1940s

By Augusto Bozzi

Located in North Miami, FL

These geometric designed newly upholstered lounge chairs feature elegantly shaped iron frames

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Vintage Geometric Style Lounge Chairs, attr. to Augusto Bozzi, 1940s

$21,500 / set

Danish Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Lounge Chair with Rolled Arms, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

in the middle of the last century, like this lounge chair. This mainly because the movement’s core

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Lounge Chair with Rolled Arms, Denmark 1940s

$7,750

Easy Chair with Angled Beech Legs and Deep Green Upholstery, Europe 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The 1940s were a transformative era for design throughout Europe. Around this period, furniture

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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Easy Chair with Angled Beech Legs and Deep Green Upholstery, Europe 1940s

$7,750

Pair of 1940s danish cabinetmaker easy chairs reupholstered in Pierre Frey linen

By Kaare Klint, Fritz Hansen, Fritz Heningsen

Located in København K, 84

This pair of 1940s Danish cabinetmaker easy chairs, arm chairs exemplifies the exceptional quality

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Pair of 1940s danish cabinetmaker easy chairs reupholstered in Pierre Frey linen

$23,735 / set

Paolo Malchiodi Wingback Chair in Yellow Ochre Fabric and Walnut, Italy, 1940s

By La Maison Pierre Frey

Located in The Hague, NL

late 1940s. With its sensual, organic curves and strikingly positioned tapered legs, the chair exudes a

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Walnut

Paolo Malchiodi Wingback Chair in Yellow Ochre Fabric and Walnut, Italy, 1940s

$13,076

Swedish, Lounge Chair, From The 1940s, Made Of Elm, Upholstered With Jacquard.

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

elm wood, showcasing timeless Scandinavian design. The chair features later 1960s upholstery in

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Jacquard, Elm

Swedish, Lounge Chair, From The 1940s, Made Of Elm, Upholstered With Jacquard.

$1,897 Sale Price

20% Off

1940s Chrome and Black Adjustable Lounge Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This chrome and black leather adjustable lounge chair from the US captures the essence of

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Vintage 1940s American Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather

1940s Chrome and Black Adjustable Lounge Chair

$2,475

Paul Boman Wingback Chair in Pearl Bouclé Fabric and Beech, Finland, 1940s

By Paul Boman

Located in The Hague, NL

Finland in the 1940s. The design offers a nice contrast between the curved lines of the high winged back

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Paul Boman Wingback Chair in Pearl Bouclé Fabric and Beech, Finland, 1940s

$8,663

Carl-Johan Boman Pair of Finnish Curved Easy Chairs in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s

By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY

Located in Prague, New Town

Pair of Finnish curved easy chairs, designed by Carl-Johan Boman. Produced by Oy Boman Ab in

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Carl-Johan Boman Pair of Finnish Curved Easy Chairs in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s

$18,000

Upholstered Danish Highback Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

highly valued. This Danish model is a classic design from the 1940s. Scandinavian designers were masters

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Upholstered Danish Highback Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s

$7,750

Pair of white Art Deco easy chairs, 1940s

Located in Brussel, BE

Pair of white Art Deco easy chairs, 1940s. New white fabric.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of white Art Deco easy chairs, 1940s

$6,527 / set

Aino Aalto Pair of Club Chairs in Oak, Leather, Floral Pattern, Artek 1940s.

By Aino Aalto, Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

A rare pair of mid-century Aino Aalto club chairs from the 1930s-40s manufactured by Huonekalu- and

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Oak

Aino Aalto Pair of Club Chairs in Oak, Leather, Floral Pattern, Artek 1940s.

$11,203 / set

Exceptionally Rare Aino Aalto Chair Model 3920, Birch White Wool, Artek 1940s

By Artek, Aino Aalto

Located in Helsinki, FI

limited-edition Artek furniture. Dating to the early 1940s, the chair showcases Aalto’s mastery of

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Birch

Exceptionally Rare Aino Aalto Chair Model 3920, Birch White Wool, Artek 1940s

$30,381

Set of Four Danish 1940s Mahogany Side or Desk Chairs with Open Armrests

By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic elegant Danish armchairs from the 1940s by Furniture Maker, Erik Bjørn Olsen and produced

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Set of Four Danish 1940s Mahogany Side or Desk Chairs with Open Armrests

$900 / item

Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1940s

By Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Helsinki, FI

, to further enforce it`s originality. It is one of the finest and sturdiest of this model chair that

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Early Alvar Aalto Spring Chair Model 42, Bent Plywood and Birch, Artek 1940s

$25,254

Art Deco Club Chairs with Wooden Frame Details, South Africa circa 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

’; nowadays, the most traditional use for the club chair is in the living room. This pair of club chairs

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Vintage 1940s South African Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Club Chairs with Wooden Frame Details, South Africa circa 1940s

$14,000 / set

Art Deco side chair in beech wood, France 1940s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1940 / side chair / beech wood, fabric / Art Deco / Mid-century French Mid-century side

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Art Deco side chair in beech wood, France 1940s

$2,966

Mid Century Arm Chair in Pine by Göran Malmvall Produced by Svensk Fur, 1940s

By Goran Malmvall

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare mid century armchair in stained pine by Göran Malmvall produced by Svensk Fur, 1940s. In good

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Mid Century Arm Chair in Pine by Göran Malmvall Produced by Svensk Fur, 1940s

$3,560

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An elegant and unusual set of six dining chairs with a cane wrapped barrel back and an upholstered

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Six Cane Back Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1940s

$36,000 / set

Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Pernilla 1" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"The Scandinavian Lounge Chair 'Pernilla 1,' designed by the Swedish furniture designer Bruno

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Pernilla 1" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

$6,400 / set

Art Deco Bentwood Lounge Chairs by Jan Vanek and A. Kropacek, Czech Rep., 1940s

By Jan Vanek

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage lounge chairs designed by Jan Vanek (1891-1962) and produced by UP Zavodny. The

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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Deco Bentwood Lounge Chairs by Jan Vanek and A. Kropacek, Czech Rep., 1940s

$10,087 / set

Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Pernilla 1" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson

Located in Karlstad, SE

Gorgeous lounge chair and ottoman "Pernilla 1", designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Andersson

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Pernilla 1" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

$15,428

1940s Grosfeld House Brown Lacquered Lattice-work Lounge Chair

By Grosfeld House

Located in San Francisco, CA

in a deep brown lacquer finish; the openwork lattice back and sides flanking a tight seat; with sloping arms joining a channeled apron all raised on gently splaying supports

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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Wood

1940s Grosfeld House Brown Lacquered Lattice-work Lounge Chair

$5,850

Restored 1940s Art Deco Sofa Mink Mohair, Matching Chair Available

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We have additional matching sofa and lounge chair sets undergoing restoration and can offer

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Brass

Restored 1940s Art Deco Sofa Mink Mohair, Matching Chair Available

$13,120 Sale Price

20% Off

1940s French Art Deco Style Upholstered Lounge Chair With Curved Arms

Located in High Point, NC

This 1940s French Art Deco-style lounge chair features a refined silhouette characterized by its

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1940s French Art Deco Style Upholstered Lounge Chair With Curved Arms

$1,995

Pair of 1940s Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Almelo, NL

Striking Pair of 1940s Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery Elevate

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood

Pair of 1940s Jindřich Halabala Bentwood Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery

$3,780 / set

1940s Pair Art Deco Black Lacquered Zebra Print Lounge Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully figured pair of Art Deco easy chairs in the style of Jindrich Halabala. The

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1940s Pair Art Deco Black Lacquered Zebra Print Lounge Chairs

$5,500 / set

Maison Jansen attr, Louis XVI, Painted Wood, Fabric, Arm Chairs, France, 1940s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Manhasset, NY

Maison Jansen attr, Louis XVI Style, Painted Wood, Fabric, Arm Chairs, France, 1940s Pair of

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Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Maison Jansen attr, Louis XVI, Painted Wood, Fabric, Arm Chairs, France, 1940s

$6,000 / set

Arm Chair by Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig and Gino Maggioni, Italy 1940s

By Gino Maggioni, Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig

Located in Hellouw, NL

Rare armchair by Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig and Gino Maggioni, circa 1940s. The base consists of

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Wood

Arm Chair by Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig and Gino Maggioni, Italy 1940s

$2,361

C. 1940s Streamline Lounge Chair with Tubular Steel Frame after Ken Weber

By Kem Weber, lloyd manufacturing co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Art Deco Cantilever Chair, attributed to Kem Weber for Lloyd's Manufacturing. The chair

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

C. 1940s Streamline Lounge Chair with Tubular Steel Frame after Ken Weber

$800

1940s Danish "Canada" Arm Chairs in Stained Beech by Fritz Hansen

By Christian E. Hansen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Odense, DK

at "Fritz Hansen", Copenhagen in 1940. The chairs are made from red stained beech and is in amazing

Category

Vintage 1940s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

1940s Danish "Canada" Arm Chairs in Stained Beech by Fritz Hansen

$4,509 / set

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing-Back Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

accordingly, of this sophisticated wing-back chair. This unique model is a great representation of the quality

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing-Back Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark 1940s

$7,700

Gio Ponti, Casa E Giardino, a Pair of Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s

By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino

Located in Odense, DK

A magnificent pair of curved club chairs, reupholstered in a luxurious vintage fabric stored from

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Gio Ponti, Casa E Giardino, a Pair of Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s

$8,500

Danish Mid-Century, Pair of Curved Club Chairs, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen, Flemming Lassen, Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen

Located in Odense, DK

bird motifs, made by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker in the 1940s. These beautiful chairs are made in the

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Beech

Danish Mid-Century, Pair of Curved Club Chairs, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s

$7,500 / set

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

$7,714 / set

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch

Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s

$7,714 / set

Swedish Wooden Mid Century Lounge Chair "Model 36" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare Swedish mid century wooden lounge chair model " Vilstol / Model 36" in birch, webbing and

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch, Paper

Swedish Wooden Mid Century Lounge Chair "Model 36" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

$14,834

Rare Executive Desk Chair in Walnut, Brass and Leather, Palle Suenson, 1940s

By Jacob Kjaer, Palle Suenson

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Palle Suenson & Jacob Kjær - Scandinavian Modern A rare executive desk chair by Danish Modenist

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Executive Desk Chair in Walnut, Brass and Leather, Palle Suenson, 1940s

$7,369

Gunnar Göpert a pair of pine easy chairs Säter, Göperts, Sweden, 1940s

By Göperts Möbler, Gunnar Göperts

Located in Forserum, SE

A pair of Säter armchairs designed by Gunnar Göpert in 1948 for the Swedish manufacturer Göperts Industri, Jönköping. Made from solid pine with original blue fabric. The model was sh...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Pine

Gunnar Göpert a pair of pine easy chairs Säter, Göperts, Sweden, 1940s

$4,754 / set

Original ArtDeco Beech Chair with Armrests by Ton, R. Hofman, Czechia, 1940s

By Radomír Hofman

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Original ArtDeco Beech Chair with Armrests designed by Radomir Hofman and made by Ton. Designer

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Beech

Original ArtDeco Beech Chair with Armrests by Ton, R. Hofman, Czechia, 1940s

$712

Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Antwerp, BE

Conference chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1942 for Plan Møbler, Denmark. These distinguished

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Conference Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for the Aarhus City Hall, Denmark, 1940s

$4,120 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Set of 2 Art Deco Lounge Chairs After William Haines / Billy Haines, USA, 1940s

By William Billy Haines

Located in Deland, FL

Attention designers! Introducing an exquisite pair of low-profile lounge chairs, inspired by the

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 2 Art Deco Lounge Chairs After William Haines / Billy Haines, USA, 1940s

$8,450 / set

Scandinavian Easy Chairs "Arbetsstolen" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson

Located in Karlstad, SE

Gorgeous pair of “Arbetsstolen” lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Scandinavian Easy Chairs "Arbetsstolen" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s

$5,933 / set

1940 s Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1940's Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair. Original Fabric and Finish. Wonderful Curvy Lines.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Elm

1940 s Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair

$3,900

Swiveling 1940 s Barrel Back Chairs

By Erwin-Lambeth

Located in Woodstock, NY

A matched pair of stylish 1940's chairs, retaining the original tag of Erwin-Lambeth, and the John

Category

Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Swiveling 1940 s Barrel Back Chairs

$2,200

1940 s Dressing Table Chair by Hickory Chair Co

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful 1940's solid mahogany wood dressing table Chair by Hickory Chair Co.or could be used as

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Vintage 1940s American Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1940 s Dressing Table Chair by Hickory Chair Co

$950

French 1940 s Leather Club Chairs

Located in So. Egremont, MA

In the spirit of Jean-Michel Frank this pair of French leather club chairs have his classic

Category

Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

French 1940 s Leather Club Chairs

$2,800 / set

1940 s Scandinavian Long Hair Sheepskin Lounge Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1940's Scandinavian Curley Long Hair Sheepskin Lounge Chair. NOTE: CHAIRS ARE PRICED SEPARATELY

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

1940 s Scandinavian Long Hair Sheepskin Lounge Chair

$2,500

1940 s Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair and Footstool

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1940's Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair and Footstool. Original Upholstery. Lovely Curves.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Elm

1940 s Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair and Footstool

$5,900

Pair of 1940 s Linen Club Chair

Located in Northbrook, IL

A Beautiful Pair of Sandy Brown Linen Club Chairs with Waterfall Skirt and Self-Welted Trim. Tight

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Down, Linen

Pair of 1940 s Linen Club Chair

$5,800 / set

1940 s Vintage Eva Chair by Bruno Mathesson

By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson

Located in New York, NY

1940's Vintage Eva Chair by Bruno Mattson for Karl Mattson, Sweeden. Wooden Base with paper cord

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

1940 s Vintage Eva Chair by Bruno Mathesson

$1,800

Pair 1940 s Armchairs

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of armchairs recently reupholstered in a Tapestry Stripe. Completely restored and in excellent condition. Tapered, fluted front legs.

Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Wool

Pair 1940 s Armchairs

$6,800 / set

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1940s Living Room Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1940s living room chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all 1940s living room chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 786 antique and vintage 1940s living room chairs in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of 1940s living room chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. 1940s living room chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Art Nouveau and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Charlotte Perriand and Fritz Hansen each produced beautiful 1940s living room chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1940s Living Room Chairs?

Prices for 1940s living room chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1940s living room chairs begin at $219 and can go as high as $1,000,000, while the average can fetch as much as $7,300.

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.

Questions About 1940s Living Room Chairs

What is the most comfortable chair for a living room?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
For a living room, there are many types of chairs that can qualify as “comfortable” depending on individual preferences. When choosing a comfortable chair, consider the seat, which supports your weight, the back, which provides lumbar support, and the arms, which are especially important if you use the chair for long hours. Comfortable chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs.
What kind of chairs do you put in a living room?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
What kind of chairs you put in a living room is up to you. Many people furnish living rooms with accent chairs, which are crafted with both comfort and style in mind. If you have a desk in your living room, you may want to place a stationary or rolling desk chair in front of it. Since there are no rules for decorating, you're free to use dining chairs, benches and stools for living room seating. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
How do you choose an accent chair for a living room?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
To choose an accent chair for a living room, first measure the floor space available for your chair and the height of the seats of the other furniture in the room. You'll generally want to select a chair that will fit your floor plan and has a seat height that is no more than 4 inches taller or shorter than the other furnishings in the seating area. Next, consider the style and color scheme of your room, looking for chairs that will match. Once you have narrowed down the options, compare materials and prices to select the chair that will suit your preferences, coordinate with the rest of your space and fit your budget. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
What are big living room chairs called?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
What big living room chairs are called depends on their style. A chair that has an integrated footrest is a lounge chair or a chaise longue, while one with a tall back that curves in at the top is a wingback chair. Chairs that feature footrests that raise and lower with the touch of a button or pull of a lever are recliners. A chair-and-a-half is an extra-wide living room chair with a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of living room chairs.
Do accent chairs have to match in living room?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
What do you call a lounge chair for the living room?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
Can I use a lounge chair in a living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.

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