Wooden Sculptural Chair
Early 20th Century European Other Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Textile
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Linen, Wood
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Elm
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
20th Century European Other Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Austrian Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary English Rustic Patio and Garden Furniture
Ash
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Pine
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century French Brutalist Chairs
Wood, Pine
Vintage 1910s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood, Pine
Vintage 1910s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s Swedish Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Chairs
Wood
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Indian Rustic Armchairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Stools
Wood
Early 2000s Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
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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 ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.
- Are wooden high chairs safe?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique wooden high chairs look nice and are a fun idea, they are not often the safest choice of seating for babies. Old fashioned wooden high chairs that feature removable wooden trays or arms don't typically meet modern safety standards. Parents must be cautious if they wish to use these chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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