Floral Upholstery Fabric
Antique 19th Century Club Chairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Rattan
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Iron
Vintage 1950s European Romantic Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s European Romantic Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Stools
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery
2010s Aesthetic Movement Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Polyester, Down, Feathers
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Chenille, Damask, Upholstery, Silk, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Daybeds
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Walnut
1990s French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Spanish Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Maple
Antique 19th Century English Rustic Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Benches
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Unknown Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Mahogany
20th Century French French Provincial Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Benches
Fabric
Late 20th Century European Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century British Chippendale Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Spanish Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 18th Century French Victorian Armchairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
20th Century Chinese Chippendale Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Bergere Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Textile, 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell the quality of upholstery fabric, first consider what it's made of. Natural fibers like cotton, wool, linen and silk are often used to produce high-quality fabrics. Some synthetics are also well-made, but quality varies, so conduct some online research to learn about the pros and cons of the specific material. Next, ask the retailer or maker if the fabric has undergone any performance tests and gained any certifications. Scientific tests can be performed to assess how resistant furniture is to staining, fading, pilling and other types of wear and tear. If the fabric has earned certification based on these types of tests, it is generally a good indication that it is quality upholstery. How the fabric is constructed also matters. Those with patterns woven in rather than printed onto them are generally better quality. Reading online reviews can also help you learn more about the quality of upholstery. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of upholstered furniture.
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