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Set of Two Artifort Cocktail Chairs by Theo Ruth, 1960s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Delft, NL
Artifort cocktail chairs by Theo Ruth, 1960s Cocktail chairs with light wood legs Artifort
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Leather

A pair of pink 1940s Art Deco Cocktail Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
A lovely pair of art deco cocktail chairs in a salmon and gold upholstery, which seems to be
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

1940s, Pair of Shell Back Club Lounge Cocktail Chairs from Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful set of two comfortable club lounge cocktail chairs from the 1940s. Both chairs are in
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of Midcentury Steel Cocktail Chair from Miller Borgsen by Röder Söhne
By Miller Borgsen
Located in Halle, DE
A Pair of midcentury minimalist and comfortable Cocktail chairs in chromed steel from Miller
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Steel

Carlo de Carli style Cocktail Chairs Paul Smith Fabric, Italy, 1950
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice subtle cocktail chairs designed in the style of Carlo de Carli, Italy, 1950. These chairs
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Violet Italian 1960s Tubular Chrome Cocktail Chair
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Vienna, AT
Original, 1960s tube chair with shell seat, which has been professionally reuphostered with soft
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1960 s Cocktail Chairs in Bouclé
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylish pair of chairs are typical of the style and design from this post-war East German era of
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Cocktail Chairs in Pure Alpaca, Finland, 1940s/50s
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Gösta Jonsson, Otto Schulz
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A pair of 1940s/50s Finnish cocktail / easy chairs, newly upholstered in a luxurious, high quality
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Beech, Alpaca

Midcentury Pair of Cocktail Club Chairs with Armrests, 1950s
Located in Halle, DE
Vintage pair of cocktail chairs from Germany, 1950s. These armchairs are upholstered in its
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Fabric

1950s Czech Cocktail Chair by J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
With its sinuous silhouette and richly saturated upholstery, this vintage armchair is an antique gem to treasure. Made in Czechia in the 1950s by renowned furniture designer J. Halab...
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

1950s J. Halabala Cocktail Chairs, A Pair
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
The dramatic curve of the bentwood armrests instantly distinguishes armchairs designed by J. Halabala, one of the most prominent industrial designers from Czechia. Manufactured circa...
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

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Upholstery, Bentwood

1950s J. Halabala Cocktail Chairs, A Pair
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
The dramatic curve of the bentwood armrests instantly distinguishes armchairs designed by J. Halabala, one of the most prominent industrial designers from Czechia. Manufactured circa...
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1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Chair

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Upholstery, Bentwood

1930s H-237 Cocktail Chairs by J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
accentuates the balance between style and comfort that these chairs strike so perfectly : the deep polish of
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Danish Pair of Midcentury Slipper or Cocktail Lounge Chairs, 1950 s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool matching pair of Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 Cream White Leatherette Armchairs in the Style of Pierre Paulin, 1970s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Set of 6 leatherette cream white cocktail chairs in the style of Pierre Paulin, Italy, 1970s. In
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Faux Leather

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Lady Chair, Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail chair, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The chair is in
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Mid-Century Cocktail or Vanity Chair
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original white skai upholstered cocktail or vanity chair. In original condition with visible wear
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Faux Leather

Fritz Neth Lounge Chair for Correcta Sitzformbau, Germany 1950s
By Fritz Neth
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare and unique lounge chair or cocktail chair is - along with the Madame - Fritz Neth’s most
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Metal

Warren McArthur Cocktail Lounge Chair Frame, circa 1946
By Warren McArthur Corporation, Warren McArthur
Located in Camden, ME
A Warren McArthur model 1017 lounge chair frame. The employees had this furniture after the
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1940s American Machine Age Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Cocktail Slipper Chairs in Mohair with Brass Handles by Merton Gershun
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun, Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A set of four cocktail slipper chairs designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

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Mohair, Mahogany

1950s Pair of Vintage Cocktail Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautifully styled and very comfortable pair of vintage cocktail armchairs, these were made in
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Wood

John Salterini Black Metal Lounges with Ottomans And Cocktail Tables - Set of 2
By John Salterini
Located in Monrovia, CA
Tempestini For John Salterini. * 2 Chairs, * 2 Footrests - (removeable), * 2 Cocktail /Side Tables
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Metal

Danish Midcentury Kurt Olsen Style Easy Chair
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Nice light and smaller size cocktail or easy chair in the style of Kurt Olsen. Great for a smaller
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech

Pair of Carl-Johan Boman Chairs, Finland, For Reupholstery
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Gösta Jonsson, Carl-Johan Boman, Otto Schulz
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A nice pair of Carl-Johan Boman cocktail / easy chairs, Finland, 1940s. Sold for reupholstery
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Beech, Fabric

Pair of Carl-Johan Boman Chairs, in Pure Alpaca, Finland, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, Gösta Jonsson, Carl-Johan Boman, Viggo Boesen, Otto Schulz
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A pair of 1940s Carl-Johan Boman cocktail / easy chairs, Finland. Newly upholstered in a luxurious
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Alpaca, Beech

Pair of 1950s Tijsseling Chairs in Geometric Grey Velvet De Ploeg Fabric
By Tijsseling
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of 1950s cocktail or slipper chairs produced by Tijsseling The Netherlands. Tijsseling was
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Birch, Upholstery

5 Piece Set Salterini by Maurizio Tempestini 4 Radar Lounge Chairs Table
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular 5 pc set which includes 4 Radar Styled lounge chairs and a cocktail table by Maurizio
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Iron

Zator Swivel Chair and Ottoman by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, 1971, Signed
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An absolutely exquisite collectors example of the large scale 'Zator' swivel club chair and ottoman
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Pair of Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in the Style of Michael Taylor
By Michael Taylor
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular 1980s pair of large scale wicker lounge chairs and ottoman in the style of Michael
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1980s American Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Pair of 1970s French Kappa Slipper Chairs in White Boucle with Metal Frames
By Kappa
Located in New York, NY
Elegant armless lounge chairs comprised of metal and upholstery, produced by the French
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1970s French Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Italian Coffee Table Chess Set and Chairs, c.1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
motif pair of curule chairs. Mid-century chess coffee table, chess set and matching chairs. Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Leather, Gesso, Wood

20th Century Danish Teak Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in High Point, NC
Bold and elegant, these 1960s dining chairs evoke canapés, cocktail glasses and sparkling
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Campaign Island Style Rattan Lounge Chair Ottoman Style Ficks Reed McGuire
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Island or Ralph Lauren – “Out of Africa” Style lounge chair & ottoman comprised of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Metal

Verner Panton Phantom chair by Densa Basel for Innovation Randers, Denmark, 1998
By Innovation Randers A/S, Verner Panton
Located in London, GB
materials. The Phantom is a piece that can serve many functions, an easy chair, lounge chair, side table
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1990s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Plastic

Listing for A: Pierre Cardin Coffee Table + two Halabala Lounge Chairs Sheepskin
By Pierre Cardin, Francia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', stained beech, Tibetan lambswool, Czech Republic, 1930s
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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Five Poul Kjærholm PK9 Chairs, Dark Brown Leather, 1985 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Munster, NRW
Five Poul Kjærholm - PK9 Dining Chairs - 1985 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in dark brown leather. The
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Steel

Rattan Wicker Low Table Hideaway Nesting Chairs Bamboo Boho Chic - Set of 5
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Rattan Wicker Low Table Hideaway Nesting Chairs. Add a touch of bohemian chic to your living space
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1980s Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Midcentury Dutch Cocktail or Side Chair, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely "petit" cocktail or side chair, fabricated in the Netherlands in the 70's. This cute
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Steel

Pair of Warren McArthur "Cocktail Comfort Chairs" Circa 1946
By Warren McArthur
Located in Camden, ME
Vintage pair of Warren McArthur arm chairs "Model 3014 A" part of the Imperial Group of designs
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Tempestini for Salterini Radar Chaise Lounge Chair with Cocktail Table Set
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Southampton, NJ
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Radar chaise lounge, lounge chair with attached side table and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Walnut Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Puglia, Puglia
cocktail lounge chairs is made of walnut wood in a beautiful curved shape and upholstered in white chenille
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

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Chenille, Walnut

Rustic Burl Maple Live Edge Farmhouse Lodge Slab Side Table w Branch Base
Located in Dayton, OH
base. Great for use next to your favorite lounge chair as a cocktail or martini end table.
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Late 20th Century Rustic Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Maple

Italian Pietra Dura Marble Top Partial Gilt Wrought-Iron Table
Located in Forney, TX
of different uses, including as a cocktail table, end table, chair side table, coffee table and more
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Vintage Cocktail Chair

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Cocktail Chairs
Located in Zaventem, Belgium
Original, 1950s shell back cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, fully spring seat with a
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Pair Ebonized Cocktail Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Strikingly modern variation on a Regency form. Low, wide inviting armless "cocktail" chairs. Newly
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Brass

1960 s Cocktail Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly theatrical and fantastic cocktail chair. The low slung lines of the chair balanced on a
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Wood, Silk, Velvet

Otto Schulz Cocktail Chairs, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of Otto Schulz cocktail chairs, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Ash, Mohair

1950s Cocktail Chairs
Located in Brussels, BE
1950s shell back cocktail chairs. Very well constructed, extremely comfortable, fully spring seat
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

1950s Italian Pair of Cocktail Chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of brass legged cocktail chairs upholstered in designers guild Varese velvet.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Brass

Pair of British 1950s Cocktail Chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of cocktail chairs with wooden legs Upholstered in Designers Guild Glenville velvet.
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of German 1950s Cocktail Chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of curved back cocktail chairs. Upholstered in Nina Campbell for, Osborne & Little Zitan
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Otto Schulz, Pair of Cocktail Chairs
By Otto Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of cocktail chairs, designed by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden, 1950s.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Beech, Mohair

Otto Schulz, Pair of Cocktail Chairs
By Otto Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of cocktail chairs designed by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden, 1950s.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Beech, Mohair

Otto Schulz Cocktail Chairs, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of Schulz cocktail chairs manufactured by Jio Möbler, Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Beech

Set of Two Scandinavian Cocktail Chairs
Located in Providence, RI
Set of two Scandinavian modern cocktail chairs. Fabric is recommended to be replaced. Wood shows
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Cocktail Chairs
Located in Brussels, BE
Original 1950's shell back cocktail chair. Very well constructed chair, fully spring seat with a
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Vintage Purple Cocktail Chairs, 1960s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
A pair of purple cocktail chairs made from skai. The cushions are not original and can be changed
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cocktail Chair

Materials

Faux Leather

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Vintage Cocktail Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage cocktail chair for your home. A vintage cocktail chair — often made from fabric, wood and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the vintage cocktail chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage cocktail chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage cocktail chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Otto Schultz, Theo Ruth and Artifort produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Cocktail Chair?

A vintage cocktail chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,007, while the lowest priced sells for $338 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.

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.

Questions About Vintage Cocktail Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    A cocktail chair is a type of seating used in living rooms, parlors and similar spaces. Often designed with comfort in mind, cocktail chairs typically feature cushioned upholstery. While providing inviting places to sit, the chairs also add to the overall look of a seating area. You may sometimes see cocktail chairs referred to as accent chairs. Shop a large collection of cocktail chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.