Blue Painted Chair
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Side Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century Swedish Chairs
Wood, Paint
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Paint, Foam
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Minimalist Chairs
Gold Leaf
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
1990s French Modern Chairs
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs
Steel
1990s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Rubber
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool, Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Side Tables
Hardwood, Paint, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool, Velvet, Beech
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Beech
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool, Velvet, Beech
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Beech, Wool
2010s European Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Steel
1990s American Adirondack Lounge Chairs
Stone
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Paint, Hardwood, Velvet, Cotton
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Papercord, Pine
Antique Mid-18th Century British George II Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century British George II Side Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Wrought Iron
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The Blue Dog painting by George Rodrigue was inspired by the artist’s dog, a spaniel-terrier blend named Tiffany, as well as the legendary Cajun creature called the Loup-garou. Browse an array of artist George Rodrigue’s pieces and prints from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Rodrigue created the Blue Dog painting. The piece is actually part of a larger series of the American painter's artwork inspired by the Cajun mythological creature called the loup-garou. On 1st 1stDibs, find a collection of George Rodrigue art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of the red and blue chair called the Red Blue chair is to provide both physical and spiritual comfort. Its creator, Gerrit Rietveld, believed that the colors and regularly positioned planes brought harmony to rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Red Blue chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Red Blue chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, was partially inspired by the chair designs of architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also created in the hopes of designing a piece that would be simple to mass produce. Find a collection of Red Blue Chairs on 1stDibs.
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