Antique Carved Wood Chair
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Carved Wood Chair
Metal
1910s French Louis XV Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
18th Century Italian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 18th Century French Antique Carved Wood Chair
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
1890s Nigerian Tribal Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
19th Century Italian French Provincial Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Carved Wood Chair
Brocade, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Velvet, Wood
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Carved Wood Chair
Silk, Giltwood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Upholstery
1790s Danish Biedermeier Antique Carved Wood Chair
Fabric, Wood
1890s Spanish Baroque Antique Carved Wood Chair
Walnut
1920s Ethiopian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Oak
Early 1900s European Other Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1870s French Rococo Antique Carved Wood Chair
Linen, Wood
Late 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
18th Century Italian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
Textile, Cane, Walnut
Late 19th Century Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Mid-19th Century Romanian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Nutwood
1920s American Chippendale Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Carved Wood Chair
Maple
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Linen, Wood
1850s Argentine Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
1820s Swedish Baroque Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Mid-19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Carved Wood Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Paint
18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
1860s French Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Baroque Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Pine
1880s French Louis XV Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1890s Louis XIII Antique Carved Wood Chair
Cane, Wood
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut
Late 18th Century English Adirondack Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
1880s French Antique Carved Wood Chair
Hardwood
19th Century Indian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Ivorian Modern Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Satin, Silk, Wood
Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
Velvet, Wood, Trimming
1920s French Louis XV Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood
Early 18th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Pine, Paint
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Carved Wood Chair
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Carved Wood Chair
Naugahyde, Oak
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Carved Wood Chair
Rope, Wood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Carved Wood Chair
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Carved Wood Chair
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is a rounded chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What a rounded chair is called depends on its design. A rounded upholstered chair with a deep seat is a barrel back, while one that features a pedestal base and a round removable cushion is a Papasan chair. Chairs with rounded backs and narrow waists made of exposed wood are balloon back chairs. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023High-backed old-fashioned chairs are often called wingback chairs. They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern wingback chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
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