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2010s Tibetan Tibetan Sofas
Leather, Wool, Oak
2010s Tibetan Tibetan Sofas
Leather, Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Futurist Sofas
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century Unknown Moorish Sofas
Wood
1990s Italian Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Dutch Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Canapes
Ivory, Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Brutalist Patio and Garden Furniture
Rope, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Canapes
Wood
Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Beech
Late 20th Century British Benches
2010s French Pillows and Throws
Leather, Feathers
2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Fiberglass, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Brass
20th Century Italian Canapes
Leather
Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Canapes
Metal
Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Faux Leather
Early 2000s Italian Living Room Sets
Foam
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Mohair, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood
20th Century Spanish Pillows and Throws
Linen, Hemp, Polyester
Antique Mid-19th Century French Pillows and Throws
Linen, Hemp
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Beech
Mid-20th Century Daybeds
Antique 1870s French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Metal, Iron
Late 20th Century North American Chesterfield Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Acrylic
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Rustic Sofas
Burl
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1980s Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s German Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Settees
Stainless Steel
Antique 18th Century French Country Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Straw, Pine
20th Century Unknown Modern Sofas
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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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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