Bolster Cushion
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century Victorian Sofas
Velvet
Antique 1790s Swedish Daybeds
Pine, Linen
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Linen
Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Daybeds
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
20th Century American Sofas
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Pine, Raw Linen
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Velvet, Beech
Antique 19th Century French Daybeds
Velvet, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Daybeds
Beech, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Birch
2010s Canadian Modern Chaise Longues
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Giltwood, Leather
Antique Early 1900s Italian Regency Settees
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Daybeds
Iron
20th Century American Benches
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Oak, Paint
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Benches
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1940s German Daybeds
Walnut, Cane, Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Directoire Daybeds
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th Century Italian Settees
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Daybeds
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Linen, Pine, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Daybeds
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Fabric, Wool, Paint
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Stainless Steel
20th Century American Chinoiserie Sofas
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1960s German Chaise Longues
Stainless Steel
Antique 1810s British Regency Chaise Longues
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Linen, Teak
Early 20th Century English Country Sofas
Wood, Cotton
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Leather, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze, Wrought Iron
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1830s English William IV Chaise Longues
Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Walnut, Amboyna
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Thai Rustic Armchairs
Chenille, Wood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Furniture
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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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