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Seating For Sale
Item type: New and Made To Order
Luke 3-Seater Sofa with Layered Curved Design in Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a time capsule of style. Taking cues from the most fashionable scarves in history, it’s subtle and layered composition create a dynamic and effortlessly stylish presence...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Burgundy Armchair “Hidden Entourage” by Supaform
Located in Florence, IT
This armchair embodies two opposing forces, holding a tension between them as if locking together two distinct identities. Its design encodes a subtle transition — a movement from a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Twist Knot Stool Tall in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Twist & Knot Stool Tall in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal Immersed in the heritage of India's ancient artistry, the humble rope transports us to the heart of craftsmansh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Seating

Materials

Brass

Anna Karlin Slump Chair
Located in New York, NY
Made to work from every viewpoint, this wonderfully comfortable armchair combines maple burl with soft lines. Materials: Maple Burl, Boucle Dimensions: W – 24?, H – 40?, D – 40...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Maple, Burl

Dandy Day Bench in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy day bench...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Greige Linen Slip Covered Bench with Pleated Skirt Details and White Oak Legs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the April slip covered bench, featuring elegant white oak legs and a slip cover with a wide pleated skirt made from our luxurious greige...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Seating

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood, Oak

Dillon Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dillon chair has a solid American walnut or white oak x-based frame that features boxed cushions with piping and buttons on the back cushion.  The Lawson-Fenning Collection is ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Customizable Cedar Wood Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary handcrafted cedar bench 100% Italian product. If you'd like to learn more about customization options and available finishes, we encourage you to get in touch with us. P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Cedar

Reclaimed Elm Wood Rustic Wide Seat Bench 78.5"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite reclaimed elm wood bench, featuring unique details and wabi sabi reclaimed elegance. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this bench showcases the nat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Seating

Materials

Elm

Red iron and natural straw alian dining chairs, hand woven
Located in Manzano, IT
Striking Sculptural Italian Design: Bold Red Iron & Natural Straw Dining Chairs (Circa 2000s) Introduce a touch of bold artistry to your dining space with this captivating pair of It...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Iron

Studio B.B.P.R. Elettra Lounge Chair for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Studio B.B.P.R. 'Elettra' Lounge Chair for Arflex. New, current production by Arflex. Price noted is for an Elettra lounge chair in fabric upholstery T6. A classic of the '50s offi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Poltrona Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Timeless, unique, and profoundly authentic, the LC2 armchair has p...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Chaise lounge Magis Traffic by Konstantin Grcic - Leather
Located in Alcamo, IT
Product: Chaise Longue Model/Brand: Traffic Designer: Konstantin Grcic Product Type: Chaise Longue Description: The Traffic Chaise Longue by Konstantin Grcic combines sculptural ele...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Wooden Dining Chair Archipen in Italian Genuine Leather by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Chair by NOOM is a winner of the NYCxDESIGN Awards in the contract seating category. It’s a contemporary design wooden dining chair with sculptural appeal, inspired by U...
Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Leather, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash

Art Deco Style Elie Saab Maison Bordeaux Velvet Monolith Sofa, Italy
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
21st century Art Deco Elie Saab maison bordeaux velvet monolith sofa, Italy With the impressive beauty of its refined manufacturing, the Monolith sof...
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Bench with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Step Stool "Steps" in White Oak by Casey Lurie USA
Located in Chicago, IL
Given their usefulness, it is surprising that the common step stool is such an overlooked piece of furniture. Steps is a simple rethinking of this established type and is proportione...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Seating

Materials

Ash, Cherry, Walnut, Oak

Pirouette 80 Clu Swivel Geo Wien Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
A unique take on a classic chair, Pirouette Clu by Lorenza Bozzoli is completely handcrafted and features a refined olive green upholstered padded tub chair embellished by an astonis...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Textile

White Oak Studio Bench
Located in Portland, OR
This solid white oak bench has a clean, quiet design and is built to last. Easy to customize to your preferred dimensions and offered in several wood species...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Seating

Materials

Oak

Log Type E Lounge Chair in Oiled Red Oak by Tucker Viemeister for Wooda
By Tucker Viemeister, Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
All designers feel challenged to create a great chair. The Log Type E by Tucker Viemeister for Wooda is the convergence of cutting edge rapid prototyping technology and the oldest raw material to create the perfect blend of high tech and low tech in the tradition of Droog, Starck, and Hella Jongerius. My goal is to celebrate the ubiquitous Eames molded plastic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Dietiker Rey Jr, Children Solid Wood Chair in Blue by Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
Referred to as "the most successful piece of Swiss Furniture of all time" by the Swiss Museum of Design in Zurich, the Rey chair is a Swiss design icon since 1971. This is the children's version of the famous Rey chair that was designed in 1971. Designed by Bruno Rey, the Rey chair is famed internationally for its elegance and style. Like the original, the Junior edition is constructed with Dietiker’s patented screwless wood-to-metal connection. The solid execution and rounded edges are perfectly suited for children. The chair is made with care from solid beech wood, with die-cast aluminum consoles and glides. - rounded edges for children safety - timeless design - unique screwless patented wood-metal connection - Rey Junior chair...
Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Frame Green Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Milan, IT
Plush volumes featuring a rich padding and a classy, olive-green fabric upholstery lend this sofa its pampering feel still not compromising on elegance. Also offered in other color options to best fit in any color palette, it invites you to enjoy moments of pure relaxation in the company of a good read or of friends for chilled conversations while having a cup of coffee...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Textile

Mid-Century Style Emerald Green Velvet Armchair with Black Oak Wood Frame
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An exercise in sculptural restraint, this armchair features a solid wood frame with softly contoured edges and a curved backrest that cradles the sitter. The architectural silhouette...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Patricia Urquiola Mon - Cloud Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Mon - Cloud Sofa For Cassina A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Mon-Cloud is an extremely elega...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric

Curved Arm Club Chair, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant, luxurious and comfortable modern curved arm club chair / armchair. Beech frames, feather cushions and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium olive / moss green, s...
Category

2010s British Art Deco Seating

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Walnut Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication, while ...
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Seating

Materials

Birch, Walnut, Plywood

Walnut Finish Cane Back Armchair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Soho Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Soho armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut finish, natural color cane and oatmeal fabric. The Soho armchair perfectly blends vintage elegance with modern craf...
Category

2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Fabric, Cane, Wood

Sylvie Chair in Mink Shagreen by R Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Sylvie chair...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise. The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Tribal Studio Metal Chair Sculpture, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Tribal studio metal chair, in stock Studio built with geometric design in metal with dark bronze patina Metal woven rush seat Back with concentric circles Tubular legs joined by stre...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Tribal Seating

Materials

Metal

"SC1" modern stool or ottoman by Last Workshop, Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
"SC1" Stool / ottoman by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid walnut, natural finish Standard fabric: Knoll Textiles "Ferry" in Whitehall Standard size: 16.5" x 16.5" x 18"H If not in st...
Category

2010s Seating

Materials

Walnut

Armchair with a Distinctive Design, Fully Upholstered in Velvet By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This is a modern, upholstered armchair characterized by its distinctive design where the armrests seamlessly connect and flow into the backrest. This creates a continuous, rounded, a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Bertu Counter Stools, Boca Uno Walnut Counter Stool
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, Boca Uno Walnut Counter Stool Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy B...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Modular Rounded Bulky Sofa With Upholstered Footer
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This new addition to the collection of modular sofas includes six unique modules. It stands out for several reasons. Firstly, it is entirely upholstered, including the footer, ensuri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Hand Carved Blackened Steel Bench with Handwoven Horsehair in White
Located in Bronx, NY
HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 1 JM. Szymanski d. 2019 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition of elements...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron

Contemporary Sofa with Solid Wood Base and Brass Details
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
"Prado" sofa is inspired by the layers of colors and very well defined materials of the valleys of Western Mexico where the small metallic details recall the sunlight at sunset light...
Category

2010s Mexican Seating

Materials

Brass

40% off 24 Chairs In-Stock Bent Wood Contract Vienna Bistro Chair - Matte Black
Located in NEW YORK, NY
a rare chance to own the Vienna Restaurant Chair, a contract-grade, designer seating option originally produced for a renowned restaurant chain. Due to overproduction, 100 chairs ar...
Category

2010s Vietnamese Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Bouclé Dining Chair with Pedestal Base-Set Of Six Chairs Taupe Bouclé
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of bouclé fabric colors. ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Bouclé, Upholstery

Pierre Paulin Pacha Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Pierre Paulin 'Pacha' Outdoor Armchair with Returning Swivel for Gubi Designed for durability, this authorized re-edition of the 'Pacha' Collection for outdoors is executed in a spe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Teak Wood Dining Chair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Stuzi Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Stuzi chair by Uultis Design pairs subtle sophistication with ergonomic comfort, making it a versatile addition to contemporary interiors. *Please check availability prior to pur...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Teak, Fabric, Upholstery

Montgomery Solid Wood and Woven Leather Bench by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Montgomery bench by Crump and Kwash Hand shaped solid wood frame / hand woven vegetable tanned leather seat / hand rubbed oil finish 72” w x 16...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Outdoor/Indoor Bench Made From A Single Block of Scented Cedar
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary handcrafted cedar bench 100% Italian product. If you'd like to learn more about customization options and available finishes, we encourage you to get in touch with us. P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Cedar

Double Arch Dining Chair, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in Arches National Park in Utah, USA, Double Arch is a grand natural formation which results from an underground sandstone pocket where water and wind erosion gradually sculp...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise. The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Lounge Chair - Handmade Sandcasted Frame in Textured Brass - Dark Brown Leather
Located in Warszawa, PL
Part of the Fluid Collection, this lounge chair balances soft geometry with a bold structural frame. Its textured brass base is cast with sculptural precision, supporting a series of...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Wavy Bench Carved From A Single Block of Scented Cedar Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The "Mountains" bench by Riva 1920 is a distinctive piece of furniture designed by Hsiao-Ching Wang . This bench is notable for its sculptural form and the ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Cedar

Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms This Chile Modern Bar Stool with Arms is beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. The bar sto...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stool For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stool For Cassina Stool model Meribel designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. American walnut. Rela...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

Brigitta Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
As luxurious as it is comfortable, the precisely shaped and generously proportioned silhouette of this armchair eases immediately into a comfortable and relaxed position with its low...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Ash, Plywood

Brigitta Armchair
Brigitta Armchair
$4,880 / item
Mao Hand Waved Pouf
Located in Milan, IT
Made in natural leather and woven by hand, Mao, designed by Viola Tonucci, was awarded an honorable mention at the Young & Design contest, Milano, in 2011. The leather is folded with...
Category

2010s Seating

Materials

Leather

Mao Hand Waved Pouf
Mao Hand Waved Pouf
$3,795 / item
Customizable Black Counter Stool with Faux Leather and Cane Backrest, Sotto Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Sotto counter stool designed by Uultis Studio with black matte finish. The Sotto counter stool exudes a sleek and modern aesthetic, making it a versatile addition to both contemporary and traditional interiors. Its black matte-finished frame is crafted from durable wood, complemented by a stylish black cane backrest that adds texture and visual interest. The seat, upholstered in Spider Black faux leather, offers a luxurious feel with medium-density foam for exceptional comfort, ensuring this stool is perfect for long conversations or meals. This counter stool is not only functional but also a statement piece for any kitchen island, or high-top dining table. The Sotto's clean lines and dark tones allow it to seamlessly blend into minimalist designs, while the natural cane backrest introduces an organic element to balance its bold presence. Its elevated craftsmanship makes it equally suitable for residential or commercial use, providing a stylish seating solution for a variety of environments. Designed for practicality and elegance, the Sotto stool...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Hardwood, Cane

Walnut Wood and Cork Barstool, Porto Chair Style Bar Seating Set of Four (4)
Located in Birmingham, AL
A modern and environmentally-friendly bar seating solution, the Porto Barstool offers versatility and sophistication to complement your interior design style. Pair them with a beaut...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Cork

Contemporary Channeled Fleure Bench Laetus multi colours in Velvet with Walnut
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
This Special Edition Fleure Bench comes with its exquisitely tailored flutes in 13 different colours. A departure from the signature one-colour looks of the other Stuart Scott pieces...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Chair Dining Room Armchair Gold Cast Bronze Mirror Polished Collectible Design
Located in Ancona, Marche
"Alpemare" is an exclusive sculptural armchair made of cast bronze, in a very limited series of 12 pieces. Its construction takes place in the same foundry that built the majestic doors of the baptistery in piazza del duomo in Florence. The sinuous shapes interpenetrate as if they were of liquid metal, creating a beautiful fluid and reflective effect. The Alpemare chair has participated in the most important art and design fairs: The Salon Art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Seating

Materials

Bronze

Walnut Finish Natural Cane-Back Chair with Oatmeal Fabric – Donna Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Donna cane-back chair by Uultis with walnut finish and Oatmeal fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the Donna cane-back chair, beautifully designed with a walnut wood finish, an oatmeal fabric seat, and a natural hand-woven cane backrest crafted from 100% natural cotton straw. The Wheat Thin Plain Weave fabric adds a soft and inviting texture to the seat, supported by medium-density foam for optimal comfort. Its solid wood structure ensures durability and a timeless aesthetic, seamlessly integrating into modern, contemporary, or traditional settings. The natural cane backrest creates an airy and elegant visual contrast with the walnut finish, offering both a striking design element and comfort. Ideal for lounging in the living room, reading in a cozy corner, or as an accent chair in a bedroom or office, the Donna chair...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Cane, Fabric, Wood

Kitchen Stool with Backrest Brass Steel Natural Tobacco Leather Modern
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary counter stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

Dietiker Rey Junior Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Beech Wood, Designed by Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the children version of the famous Rey chair. Referred to as "the most successful piece of Swiss Furniture of all time" by the Swiss Museum of Design in Zurich, the Rey chair is a Swiss design icon since 1971. Designed by Bruno Rey, the Rey chair is famed internationally for its elegance and style. Like the original, the Junior edition is constructed with Dietiker’s patented screw less wood-to-metal connection. The solid execution and rounded edges are perfectly suited for children. The chair is made with care from solid beechwood, with die cast aluminum consoles and glides. - rounded edges for children safety - timeless design - unique screwless patented wood-metal connection - Rey Junior...
Category

2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Beech

Shagreen Stool with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Seating

Materials

Brass

Bertu Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. The...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Francesco Beghetto Floating Sofa Fully Upholstered In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is defined by its soft, sinuous lines and a unique construction. A tubular structure, supported by straps, is fully upholstered in fabric, eliminating the need for traditio...
Category

2010s European Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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