Burl Century Chair
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century British Georgian Chairs
Burl, Walnut
20th Century French Club Chairs
Antique 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Side Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Burl
Antique 19th Century Side Chairs
Burl
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Burl
Antique 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Walnut, Cotton
Antique 19th Century Italian Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Walnut
20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Burl, Lacquer, Mohair
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Burl, Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Secretaires
Brass
20th Century American Club Chairs
Leather, Burl
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Armchairs
Early 20th Century Georgian Armchairs
Burl, Walnut
20th Century Armchairs
20th Century French Center Tables
Wood, Velvet, Upholstery
20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Nickel
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Upholstery, Oak, Burl
Late 20th Century Unknown Armchairs
Early 20th Century Czech Armchairs
Elm
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Dining Room Sets
Burl
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Burl
20th Century American Dining Room Sets
Chrome
Early 20th Century Italian Chippendale Dining Room Sets
Fabric, Glass, Walnut, Burl
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Burl
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather, Burl
Early 20th Century Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Burl
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Burl
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
Burl
Antique 19th Century American Gothic Revival Chairs
Walnut, Burl
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Burl
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Ebony, Maple
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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.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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