French Antique Sofas
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
1890s French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Fabric, Giltwood
1890s French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Fabric, Giltwood
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
1850s French Louis Philippe French Antique Sofas
Palisander
Early 1900s French French Antique Sofas
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III French Antique Sofas
Fabric, Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Walnut, Linen
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Rosewood, Macassar, Ebony
Late 19th Century French Empire French Antique Sofas
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Mahogany, Velvet
Early 20th Century French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-18th Century French French Antique Sofas
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern French Antique Sofas
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern French Antique Sofas
Oak
Early 20th Century American French Provincial French Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Oak
1760s French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Early 19th Century French Charles X French Antique Sofas
Birdseye Maple
1920s French French Antique Sofas
Leather
1830s French Charles X French Antique Sofas
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Rococo French Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
19th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV French Antique Sofas
Silk
Early 1900s French French Antique Sofas
Wood
18th Century and Earlier French French Antique Sofas
Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Fabric, Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Gold Leaf
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Pine
1860s French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Rosewood
18th Century French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Wood, Suede
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Early 20th Century French French Antique Sofas
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Beech
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III French Antique Sofas
Velvet
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III French Antique Sofas
Velvet
Early 20th Century Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Giltwood
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III French Antique Sofas
Velvet
19th Century European Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Marble
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Giltwood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Wood, Fabric
19th Century French Beaux Arts French Antique Sofas
18th Century French Louis XIII French Antique Sofas
Iron
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Walnut
Early 20th Century French French Antique Sofas
Leather
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Brass
18th Century and Earlier French French Antique Sofas
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier French Régence French Antique Sofas
19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Sofas
Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Sofas
Wood
19th Century French French Antique Sofas
Rush, Walnut
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
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