Pattern Fabric Chair
20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Side Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Muslin, Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chenille
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Lucite, Chenille, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
2010s Italian Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Glass
Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Baroque Revival Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Oak
2010s European Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Living Room Sets
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Rattan, Leather
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Patio and Garden F...
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1940s European Louis XV Armchairs
Walnut
Antique 1880s Portuguese Baroque Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Arts and Crafts Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric
Antique 18th Century French Baroque Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Early 2000s Italian Sheraton Chairs
Wood, Bog Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Chairs
Brass
2010s European Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Swivel Chairs
Fabric
1990s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century French Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Textile, Natural Fiber
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Fabric, Ash
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Silk, Upholstery, Linen
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cut Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Cut Steel, Chrome
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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 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 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 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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