Bolster Cushion
Antique 1860s Biedermeier Sofas
Wood, Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Velvet
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Loveseats
Upholstery, Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century British Settees
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chaise Longues
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
21st Century and Contemporary European George II Sofas
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Mahogany, Wool
1990s French Armchairs
Leather
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Daybeds
Linen
Antique 1820s English Regency Sofas
Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century British Regency Settees
Silk, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Antique 1820s English Regency Settees
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 18th Century French Armchairs
Beech
2010s German Sofas
Aluminum
2010s American Chesterfield Sofas
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century High Victorian Chaise Longues
Damask
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Wood, Velvet
Antique 18th Century Sofas
Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Sofas
Birch
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Birch
Mid-20th Century Indian Beds and Bed Frames
Linen, Teak
2010s European Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s European Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Chenille, Cane, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Daybeds
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Daybeds
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 1830s English Regency Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century French Modern Sofas
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Napoleon III Daybeds
Iron
Vintage 1980s English Organic Modern Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Silk
Antique 1830s English Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 1820s French Empire Armchairs
Cotton, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Stainless Steel
Antique Early 19th Century American Regency Chaise Longues
Abalone, Mahogany, Pine
Vintage 1980s William IV Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century German Beds and Bed Frames
Leather, Wood
Antique 1810s British Regency Chaise Longues
Brass
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Antique Early 1800s Great Britain (UK) Georgian Armchairs
Ash, Elm, Oak
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Antique Early 19th Century Regency Sofas
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Bolster Cushion For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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