Antique and Vintage Recamiers
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Chaise Longues
Silk, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century French Settees
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century Empire Revival Chaise Longues
Porcelain, Velvet, Mahogany
20th Century American Eastlake Daybeds
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Lucite
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Settees
Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Paint, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Marble
Early 20th Century American Empire Chaise Longues
Leather, Oak
Antique 1810s Scandinavian Empire Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Adam Style Chaise Longues
Satinwood
20th Century Italian Louis XV Chaise Longues
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Silk
20th Century French Daybeds
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Walnut
Antique 1860s English Regency Benches
Cane, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Hollywood Regency Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Foam, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds
Wood
20th Century American French Provincial Chaise Longues
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Chaise Longues
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Italian Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
21st Century and Contemporary French Benches
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Benches
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Benches
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Chaise Longues
French Chaise Longues
Wood
20th Century Daybeds
Vintage 1930s French Chaise Longues
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century American Chaise Longues
Early 20th Century French Chaise Longues
Antique 19th Century American Chaise Longues
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Mahogany, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Austrian Chaise Longues
Ebony, Upholstery
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chaise Longues
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swedish Chaise Longues
Mahogany
20th Century American Chaise Longues
Giltwood
Early 20th Century American Daybeds
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Upholstery
20th Century Hungarian Chaise Longues
Cherry
Early 20th Century American Chaise Longues
Vintage 1930s Chaise Longues
Wood, Linen
Antique 19th Century English Chaise Longues
Wood
Antique 19th Century Daybeds
Antique 19th Century Unknown Chaise Longues
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s French Empire Sofas
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Chaise Longues
Antique 19th Century British Regency Settees
Antique 19th Century English Chaise Longues
Vintage 1960s European Regency Chaise Longues
Textile, 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.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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