Italian Outdoor Chairs
2010s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Wool, Mohair
Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1950s Italian Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
1990s Italian Modern Living Room Sets
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 2000s Italian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fiberglass, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Sets
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Club Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Chairs
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Rope, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Baroque Revival Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Rustic Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Late 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
20th Century Italian Romantic Chairs
Wrought Iron
20th Century Italian Romantic Chairs
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Patio and Garden Furniture
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Early 2000s Italian Side Chairs
Fiberglass, Plastic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
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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 5, 2021The most comfortable outdoor chair is a matter of preference. But you can choose from a variety of options available such as adjustable reclining chairs, zero gravity chair, outdoor folding chair, etc. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of chair options for outdoor seating.
- What is the best outdoor chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best outdoor chair is ultimately a matter of preference. Outdoor chairs and other outdoor furniture have been made in a variety of materials over the years. Whether it’s wicker couches for your screened porch or wrought-iron armchairs for fireside drinks, find the antique and vintage patio and garden furniture you need on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
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