Tub Chair
2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Quartz, Steel
2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Quartz, Steel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Brass, Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Ultrasuede
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rattan
20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Terracotta
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wenge
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wenge
2010s British Armchairs
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
Late 20th Century Chairs
Fiberglass, Cotton, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Club Chairs
Antique 19th Century British Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Rush, Reed
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Armchairs
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Cotton, Down, Lacquer, Rattan, Reed, Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Bergere Chairs
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Armchairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Chairs
Antique 19th Century French First Empire Armchairs
Gold Leaf, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Chairs
Velvet
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Wood
1990s British Chesterfield Club Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Textile, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Chairs
Teak
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Velvet
Early 20th Century Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Cast Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Club Chairs
Damask, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
20th Century English Armchairs
21st Century and Contemporary English Late Victorian Armchairs
Cotton, Hemp, Linen, Raw Linen
2010s British Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Vintage 1940s French Club Chairs
20th Century American Chairs
Wood
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Tub Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Tub Chair?
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.
- How old are tub chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There is no official record of when tub chairs were first invented, but one of the first recorded ones was used by King Louis XV of France. It is estimated that tub chairs have been around for over 250 years. Browse a selection of comfortable tub chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are tub chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tub chairs are usually called bucket chairs in the U.S. The upholstered chair design includes a curved back attached to sloping arms, a boxy seat cushion and square wood legs. You can find a variety of tub chairs on 1stDibs.
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