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Limited Edition Elephant Chair by Bernard Rancillac, 1985, Signed Numbered
By Bernard Rancillac
Located in Los Angeles, CA
as a side chair, bedside chair, fireside chair, nursing or reading chair, or lobby lounge chair
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1980s French Space Age Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bronze Early Production Warren Platner for Knoll International Armchairs, Signed
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Rare Senzafine Lounge Chairs by Eleonore Riva for Zanotta, 1969, Signed
By Zanotta, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, entryway or mudroom chairs, nursing or reading chairs, office desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Kontiki Leather Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell, 1970s, Signed
By Scanform, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting
Category

1970s Colombian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Brass

Corkscrew Chair Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Corkscrew Chair Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

IB Kofod-Larsen for Selig Lounge Chairs Reupholstered in Bouclé, c 1960
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, nursing or reading chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Vladimir Kagan Pair of Corkscrew Swivel Chairs for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Hoop Lounge Chairs by Piero Palange Werther Toffoloni for Germa, c. 1970
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange, Germa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, nursing or reading chairs, desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Pair of Corkscrew Swivel Chairs for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Otto Schultz for JIO Mobler Tufted Easy Chairs w New Upholstery, 1950s Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Concha Lounge Chairs for Forma, Brazil, c 1960
By Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 31" x W 30.5
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Leather Club Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, 1983, Signed
By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference or meeting room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or
Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Pink Bouclé Post-Modern Swivel Club Chairs by Directional, 1980s, Signed
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Ward Bennet for Lehigh Leopold Tufted Swivel Club Chairs, 1960s, Signed
By Lehigh Leopold, Ward Bennett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Swan Chairs in Bouclé by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Signed and Dated 1969
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Leather Oxford Swivel Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1973, Signed
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mudroom chair, nursing or reading chair, conference room chairs, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles Hollis Jones Waterfall Lucite Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, circa 1970
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually
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1970s American Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Fabric

Lens Leather Chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia, c. 1968, Signed
By Fratelli Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hotel lobby, members club, workspace studio, or executive office. Consider using as side chairs, dining
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Brass Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Signed Dated 1986
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge
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1980s American Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Klismos Chairs in the Style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Signed and Dated 1975
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge
Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 10 Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani 1970s, Signed
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani, Pace Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
desk chairs, guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting
Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Andrea Branzi Revers Post-Modern Chairs for Cassina, 1993, Set of Six, Signed
By Cassina, Andrea Branzi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Rosewood, Cane and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Dyrlund, c 1970, Signed
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 35.5" x W
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Cane, Rosewood

Set of Eight Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series-7 Chairs, c. 1973, Signed
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 30.25" x W
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Danish Modern Teak Dining Side Chairs in the Style of Niels Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 30" x W
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Set of 8 Teak and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s, Signed
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Figural Full Body Carved Teak Wood Lioness Club Chairs, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
emporium. For corporate venues such as a hotel or restaurant, these could be the perfect lobby chairs to
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Teak

Figural Full Body Carved Teak Wood Lioness Club Chairs, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
emporium. For corporate venues such as a hotel or restaurant, these could be the perfect lobby chairs to
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pencil Reed Rattan Lounge Chair Set Attributed to Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
room chairs, office guest chairs, lobby chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting
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1980s Unknown Organic Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Armchairs, circa 1960, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. Good vintage
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

McDowell-Craig Industrial Steel Armchairs, circa 1960, Signed
By Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
room chairs, office or desk chairs, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs
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1960s American Industrial Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Metal

Heavy Brass, Iron and Thick Leather Savonarola Directors Chairs, Set of Four
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk chairs, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs
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20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Bentwood Armchairs, Signed
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Greek Key Lucite and Lavender Mohair Loveseat / Club Chairs, circa 1960
By James Mont, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. Measurements: H 30
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Lucite

John Risley Powder Coated Wrought Iron Moustache Man Indoor Outdoor Chair, 1960s
By John Risley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chair, office or desk chair, guest chair, lobby chair, lounge chair or occasional chair ideal in
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rosewood Erik Buch Dining Set with Six Chairs and Expandable Table, Signed 1966
By Erik Buch, Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. Measurements
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Pair of Domus Armchairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara, circa 1947, Finland
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mudroom chair, nursing or reading chair, conference room chairs, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby
Category

1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Lucite and Rattan Lounge Armchairs on Casters by Ficks Reed, 1970s
By Ficks Reed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
room chairs, office or desk chairs, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Lucite

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab 415 Buffalo Cognac Leather Club Chairs Italy 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Almelo, NL
chairs would also be an Apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge, creative design
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather

White Leather Bird Swivel Chair by Preben Fabricius Jørgen Kastholm, Signed
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius, Walter Knoll, Preben Fabricius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually
Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Amanta Fiberglass Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, c 1966 Signed
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Sancarlo Leather Lounge Armchair by Achille Castiglioni for Driade, circa 1982
By Achille Castiglioni, Driade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mudroom chair, nursing or reading chair, conference room chair, office or desk chair, guest chair, lobby
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Metal

Expandable Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1957, Signed
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. Measurements: 29" H x 68" W x 40
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Amanta Sectional Lounges by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, circa 1966, Signed
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chairs, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Knoll International Leather Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, 1975, Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chair, conference room chairs, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Verner Panton Pantonova Six-Piece Living Room Suite for Fritz Hansen, c 1971
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting
Category

1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Double Wide Rocking Chaise, 1960s, Signed
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chair, conference room chair, office or desk chair, guest chair, lobby chair, lounge chair or
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Metropolis Armchairs Set by Poltrona Frau, 1992, Signed Numbered Editions
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. Measurements
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Knoll International Blue Brno Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, 1970s Signed
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early Production Knoll International Oval Marble Tulip Dining Table, Signed 1969
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Life 'Lobby' chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller to this listing. The price includes the table at
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

1st-Gen Knoll Barcelona Stool by Mies Van Der Rohe, c. 1968, Double-Signed
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mudroom chair, nursing or reading chair, conference room chair, office chair, guest chair, lobby chair
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dark Purple Leather Brno Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, Signed
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reading chair, conference room chairs, office or desk chair, guest chairs, lobby chairs, lounge chairs or
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gainsborough Wingback Armchair Upholstered in Striped Fabric
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, conference room chair, office or desk guest chair, lobby lounge chair or occasional chair ideal in virtually
Category

20th Century Unknown Chippendale Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mario Bellini for Cassina Pair of Grey Leather Cab Armchairs, Signed
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Bamboo, Black Iron and Rattan French Modernist Armchairs, circa 1940s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. MEASUREMENTS: H 34.25" x W
Category

1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lobby Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Vintage Lobby Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage lobby chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage lobby chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. Vintage lobby chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage lobby chairs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll each produced beautiful vintage lobby chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Lobby Chairs?

Prices for vintage lobby chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage lobby chairs begin at $250 and can go as high as $61,641, while the average can fetch as much as $4,651.

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 Lobby Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The lobby chair is a swiveling armchair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1960. It boasts an exceptionally comfortable feel. It was specially designed for the New York's Time Life Building’s lobby. Take a look on 1stDibs for authentic Lobby chairs from top sellers.
  • 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.