Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Spruce, Beech, Lacquer
Late 18th Century French Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
1840s French Empire Revival Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Prairie School Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood, Oak, Walnut
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
19th Century American Victorian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Rosewood
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Ebony
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Pine
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Chrome, Steel
18th Century American Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Maple, Abalone, Down, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute, Fabric
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Ebony
Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Spruce
Early 20th Century German Rococo Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century French Belle Époque Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Cherry, Burl
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Ebony, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Cotton, Fabric, Pine, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Linen, Upholstery, Beech, Fabric
Late 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Pine
18th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery, Maple
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Pine
1760s British George II Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Louis XV Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Upholstery, Polyester, Mahogany, Giltwood, Fabric
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Paint, Wood, Upholstery, Textile
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood
18th Century American Sheraton Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-19th Century Baltic Empire Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch
18th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Down, Maple, Mahogany, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute
1770s English Chippendale Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Oak, Upholstery
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Oak
Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Chrome
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Bouclé
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Steel, Chrome
Early 19th Century Baltic Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Birch
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Velvet
19th Century Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Fruitwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech, Walnut, Bentwood
19th Century Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
1830s Austrian Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century European Rococo Antique Upholstery Fabrics
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell the quality of upholstery fabric, first consider what it's made of. Natural fibers like cotton, wool, linen and silk are often used to produce high-quality fabrics. Some synthetics are also well-made, but quality varies, so conduct some online research to learn about the pros and cons of the specific material. Next, ask the retailer or maker if the fabric has undergone any performance tests and gained any certifications. Scientific tests can be performed to assess how resistant furniture is to staining, fading, pilling and other types of wear and tear. If the fabric has earned certification based on these types of tests, it is generally a good indication that it is quality upholstery. How the fabric is constructed also matters. Those with patterns woven in rather than printed onto them are generally better quality. Reading online reviews can also help you learn more about the quality of upholstery. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of upholstered furniture.
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