Century Chinoiserie Chair
Mid-20th Century English Chairs
20th Century American Chinoiserie Wingback Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Chairs
Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Wood, Paint, Cane
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chairs
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Wood, Cane
Antique 19th Century French Lounge Chairs
Antique 1880s English Chinoiserie Chairs
Gold Leaf
20th Century English Lounge Chairs
Cane, Down, Feathers, Silk, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Side Chairs
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Elm, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Slipper Chairs
Wood, Silk, Velvet
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Paint
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Chairs
Hardwood, Lacquer
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Chippendale Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Cane
20th Century American Chairs
Gold
Antique 19th Century European Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Faux Bamboo
20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Paint
20th Century English Chairs
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1950s Belgian Lounge Chairs
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Side Chairs
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Swivel Chairs
Rattan
Antique 1710s Great Britain (UK) Chinoiserie Chairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1900s British Chinese Chippendale Bergere Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood, Cane
20th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Iron
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Cane, Giltwood
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Faux Bamboo
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Wood
20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cherry
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Club Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chairs
Bamboo, Cane
20th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Linen
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chairs
Shell, 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.
- 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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