Floral Fabric Chairs
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Ash
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
20th Century English Jacobean Dining Room Chairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Birch
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Tapestry, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Philippine American Classical Sofas
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Foam
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Lucite
2010s Great Britain (UK) Campaign Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Wingback Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood, Cotton
Vintage 1950s French Wingback Chairs
Linen
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Beech, Elm
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Lucite
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Fruitwood
2010s Great Britain (UK) Campaign Patio and Garden Furniture
Leather, Fabric, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
Late 20th Century American Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Slipper Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s English Eastlake Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Side Chairs
Tapestry, Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century American George III Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
2010s British Campaign Patio and Garden Furniture
Ash, Fabric, Leather
Antique 19th Century British French Provincial Armchairs
Fabric, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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