Roll Arm
Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Armchairs
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century Scottish Georgian Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Vintage 1950s French Benches
20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Sofas
Metal
20th Century American Armchairs
Reed, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s French Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1930s American Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Club Chairs
British Benches
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century British Benches
2010s American Sofas
Vintage 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs
Wood, Wool
20th Century Armchairs
Suede, Lucite
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Linen
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Benches
Mahogany, Upholstery
Early 20th Century American Armchairs
Reed, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Burlap
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century American Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Wingback Chairs
Reed, Paint, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1940s American Loveseats
Leather
Antique 19th Century French Club Chairs
Wood, Upholstery, Linen
American Patio and Garden Furniture
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Cane, Reed
Antique 19th Century American Armchairs
Reed
American Armchairs
Reed
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Foam
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Vintage 1940s American Armchairs
Early 20th Century American Armchairs
Early 20th Century American Armchairs
Vintage 1970s Belgian Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Wood, Linen
Early 20th Century American Chairs
Reed
Antique 19th Century American Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Club Chairs
Linen
Early 20th Century French Settees
20th Century English Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Club Chairs
Maple, Upholstery
Late 20th Century English Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
Upholstery
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Canapes
Wood, Paint, Linen
Vintage 1950s American American Classical Chaise Longues
Antique 19th Century Indian Stools
Rosewood, Cane
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century Armchairs
Wood, Cane
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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.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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