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French Walnut Caned Tufted Velvet Barrel Back Bergere Club Lounge Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage French Louis XVI style bergere arm chair. Made of walnut featuring a barrel back with tufted velvet upholstery and caned sides. Dimensions: 25" x 24.5" x 30"h, seat 18"
Category

Late 20th Century Louis XVI Seating

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tufted Vinyl Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning pair of vintage modern lounge chairs covered in white tufted vinyl. This wonderful pair has a comfortable barrel backrest with sloping arm rests. These stylish chairs have thick padded seating with deep tufts and wheels on the base ensuring convenience. This elegant pair makes the perfect addition to any seating arrangement. Chesterfield style chairs...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather

Ralph Lauren High Back Tufted Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 6 classic high-back dining side chairs by Ralph Lauren. These handsome generously sized dining chairs feature tufted backs and seats, aged brass nail head trim, and square ma...
Category

1990s American Classical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Edwardian Style Linen Upholstered Button Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
This vintage Edwardian style button tufted chesterfield has been gently used and shows no sign of abuse and very little use. Fashioned as if it came from an English interior circa 1900 but updated to a more casual and modern aspect with the cream linen upholstery and the limed wooden feet. The sofa is deep and well constructed with tight and proper upholstery detailing such as hand-tied springs and padding creating a chic and comfortable centralized seating area in any room chosen for its use be it bedroom, den, or living room. While some photos show the Chesterfield with a coyote fur throw over...
Category

Early 2000s North American Edwardian Seating

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Foam, Hardwood

Fabulous Pair of Hollywood Regency Tufted High Back Chairs
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of hollywood regency high back tufted chairs. Super glamorous with their low wide seats and tall tufted backs. The retain their...
Category

1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating

Materials

Wood

Vintage Sculptural Solid Walnut Tufted Slipper Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern tufted slipper lounge chair designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1960's. This unique piece features a cozy armless look and has been newly reupho...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Walnut

Regina Lounge, Handcrafted Lounge Chair with Wool Diamond Tufted Upholstery
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Regina Lounge is a handcrafted, modern contemporary lounge chair with a solid wood frame that cradles a simple curved laminated plywood shell, hidden under layers of foam and traditional diamond tufted leather or wool. Incredibly comfortable, the Regina lounge remains one of Phloem Studio's best selling chairs, appropriate for living spaces or office workplace. Wood frames are offered in solid walnut, white oak, maple, or black. Wool upholstery options from Hallingdal and Tonica by Kvadrat. Ottoman is sold separately. For leather upholstery, see our Regina Lounge Chair...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Regina Lounge, Handcrafted Lounge Chair with Leather Diamond Tufted Upholstery
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Regina Lounge is a handcrafted, modern contemporary lounge chair with a solid wood frame that cradles a simple curved laminated plywood shell, hidden under layers of foam and traditional diamond tufted leather or wool. Incredibly comfortable, the Regina lounge remains one of Phloem Studio's best selling chairs, appropriate for living spaces or office workplace. Wood frames are offered in solid walnut, white oak, maple, or black. Leather upholstery options from Garrett Leather Berkshire in Auburn, Espresso, and Black. Ottoman sold separately. For wool upholstery, see our Regina Lounge Chair...
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

COMFORTABLE ViNTAGE RESTORED BROWN LEATHER TUFTED CHESTERFIELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage Chesterfield tufted Cigar brown leather wingback armchair. Please note...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of John Stuart Tufted and Steel Lounge Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of John Stuart tufted upholstered chairs in cherry red velvet/velour in excellent condition on chrome metal frames. Glamorous.
Category

1970s Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Tan Leather Button Tufted Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Florence Knoll lounge chair in tan leather with button tufted seat and back on a chrome-plated steel base. Labeled Art Metal - Knoll Corp., June 9 1971 The chair has some losses to ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Steel

1970s MCM Green Tufted Leather Teak Club Chairs Ottoman Kalustekiila Finland
By Kalustekiila, Uu-Vee Kaluste Oy
Located in St. Louis, MO
Uncommon to find these in the states, this 1970s Scandinavian MCM Pair of lounge or club chairs with ottoman by Kalustekiila of Finland. Original high quality green tufted leather up...
Category

1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Teak

Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored
Located in Kansas City, MO
This Jens Risom high back tufted back sofa has ben expertly restored and reupholstered in an off white fabric. Like new and ready to ship.
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

DALMATIA Tufted Sofa Covered with Leather in White Oak Finish
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the sofa features a classic rolled-arm design that enhances its stately presence. The backrest is adorned with evenly spaced tufted butto...
Category

2010s Italian Seating

Materials

Brass

1970 s Brown Velvet Tufted Chrome High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A set of high-back Parsons chairs from the 1970s by Design Institute of America, these pieces deftly combine sleek chrome architecture with the warm comfort of tufted brown chevron-velour upholstery. The frame is flat-bar chrome, polished by hand to recover its original brilliance; legs and supports are thick, bold, and squared, lending the chairs a graphic architectural structure. The upholstery is plush brown chevron velour, originally tufted, deep in pile and texture, evoking both luxury and vintage warmth. The fabric has been professionally steam-cleaned, retaining much of its original character though showing minimal, age-appropriate wear that affirms authentic vintage pedigree. Condition is excellent. Chrome surfaces are bright with only subtle flaws visible under close inspection. Upholstery is sound: seams are tight, backs straight, cushions supportive. Minor signs of use—slight darkening or softening in high-contact areas. These chairs are versatile. They excel around dining tables, in ensembles of side chairs, or as statement pieces flanking consoles or desks. Their chrome frames reflect light, brightening spaces; their tufted backs and velvet bring texture, comfort, pattern. They pair especially well with wood tones, mirrored or glass surfaces, warm leathers, and neutral palettes seeking warmth and vintage glamour. For collectors of chrome modernism, vintage Parsons styles, or pieces by DIA (Design Institute of America), this set offers rarity, integrity, and presence. These are chairs deliver more than seating, atmosphere, design lineage, and the kind of visual trajectory that holds up in both modern and traditional interiors. What's more 70's legit than tufted brown chevron velour? These aluminum leg parsons dining chairs check all the boxes and are back in vogue with a vengeance. Perched on chrome flat-bar bases...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Marvelous biscuit tufted sofa designed by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young, ( It has no label). from the 1960s. This sofa is in excellent condition. It has been restored, (refinis...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAINS CHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely stunning fully restored hand carved Mahogany framed, early Victorian circa 1840-1850 Ships Capta...
Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of Six English Regency Mahogany Tufted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary set of six English regency dining chairs crafted from mahogany. The chairs feature a rectangular tablet klismos style back rest conjoined to a generous curved seat. Uph...
Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Seating

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Slipper Upholstered Chair with Concave Tufted Back and Tapered Legs
Located in Ballard, CA
The upholstered slipper chair in the french style has concave tufted back, raised on elegant tapered legs. Custom sizes and finishes available.
Category

2010s American Modern Seating

Materials

Ebony

Vintage Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Turquoise Tufted Bench -1950s
Located in Southampton, NJ
A classic mid-century design in the manner of Milo Baughman having excellent tufted turquoise Naugahyde upholstery over splayed ebonized legs with brass cup sabot feet. In excellent...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Brass

Vintage Round Banquet Settee Tufted Sofa Newly Reupholstered in Blue Velvet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Round Banquet Settee Tufted Lobby Sofa Newly Reupholstered in Blu-Teal Velvet We reupholstered this gorgeous vintage round button tufted banquet lobby sofa in a beautiful pl...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet

Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Library Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, circa 1900 fully restored Chesterfield tufted library armchair A very rare find, I never come across original library ...
Category

Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Leather

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960 Reupholstered in Great Plains Lionheart by HOLLY HUNT – a plush, fur-like chenille made from 100% solution-dyed ...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Brown Tufted Leather Chairs by Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Brown Tufted Leather Chairs by Arne Norell
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany and Tufted Upholstered Wingback Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Pair of Federal Style Mahogany frame, Upholstered and Tufted Wingback Armchairs. Navy blue with fine yellow dots. Measures 25.5" in width, 30" in depth and 37" in hei...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Teak Tufted Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category

1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Teak

Pair of French 19th C Tufted Armchairs in Muslin
Located in Buchanan, NY
A pair of French 19th century tufted armchairs with cabriole legs. Capturing the intricate details and romantic beauty of Napoleon III design, these...
Category

19th Century French Antique Seating

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Mushroom Chair, Hand Tufting Beige Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful chairs type 200/128, designed by Juliusz Kedziorek and manufactured by Goscieninska Furniture Factory in Poland. We called them "mushroom" chairs cause of light and nice ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wool, Velvet, Beech

Vintage Milo Baughman style Tufted Tuxedo Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Milo Baughman Tufted Tuxedo Sofa. This sofa retains its original distressed chocolate crushed velvet upholstery in presentable condition. The fabric is actually quite cha...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Tufted Lounge Chair by Fairfield Chair Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut frame lounge chair with barrel back rest and tufted green upholstery. A wide design with overstuffed seating ensuring maximum comfort. Quality craftsmanship...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Early Victorian Mahogany Chair with Tufted Leather Upholstery, England
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An early Victorian side chair in mahogany with curved top rail, and raised on turned front legs and saber back legs. Seat is upholstered in a tufted, beige/camel-colored leather with...
Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Early Victorian Mahogany Armchair with Tufted Leather Upholstery, England
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An early Victorian armchair in mahogany with curved top rail, scrolled arms, turned front legs and saber back legs. Seat is upholstered in a tufted, beige/camel-colored leather with ...
Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

J Robert Scott Pair of Tufted Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century tufted brown / tan tufted leather chesterfield 3 seater sofas (J. ROBERT SCOTT)(PRICED AS Pair) VARIOUS WATER STAINS AND DISCOLORATION
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

"Tatum" by Lee Stanton William IV Style Tufted Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tatum by Lee Stanton Editions. Tufted straight-back William IV style sofa sofa with tapered legs and straight arms, upholstered in Belgian cream colore...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary William IV Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Chrome Tufted Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Stendig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lounge chair and ottoman by Stendig is quite the show stopper. It features overlapping curvilinear supports in chrome that attach to the base of each piece. It may look like a...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Early 21th Century Upholstered and Tufted Slipper Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Early 21th Century Upholstered and Tufted Slipper Chairs. Measures 22" in width, 27" in depth and 32.5" in height. Seat height 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Seating

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Abyss Sofa Channeling Deep Tufted Wood Block Base Blue Custom
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Asymmetrical contours of the Abyss Sofa allow your eyes to roam to and from each of its unique ends. The horizon of the sofa is reminiscent of a casual lounge which melds into a cave...
Category

2010s American Other Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid Century Hand Tufting Dalmatian Chair, Rajmund Halas, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Cruella Set – “Stick” Chair Vintola Studio design: Ola Szewczul A chair that speaks louder than words. Inspired by the spotted coat of Dalmatians, it blends elegance with playfulne...
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Antique Victorian Heritage Green Leather Chesterfield Tufted Bench / Footstool
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely late Victorian circa 1900, heritage green leather upholstered, Chesterfield tufted bench stool. A good looking well made and decorativ...
Category

Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Louis XVI Style Swag Back Tufted Armchairs, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Fun, elegant and glamorous pair of round-backed armchairs with elaborately carved drapery motif backs. Outwardly scrolling rounded armrests. Carved front legs. Painted in original of...
Category

1940s French Vintage Seating

Vintage Christopher Guy Scrolled Silver Gilded Mahogany Tufted Bench in Velvet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Christopher Guy Scrolled Silver Gilded Mahogany Tufted Bench in Original Purple Velvet This oversized Christopher Guy Naxos bench is beautifully reupholstered with tufted ro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Hollywood Regency Seating

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Four Channeled Button Tufted Chrome Z-Frame Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four cantilevered, Z frame, chromed flat bar steel dining arm chairs. Original channeled and button tufted print silk blend upholstery with rolled top seat backs. Quality and ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Seating

Handsome Pair Harvey Probber style Tufted Barrel Back Lounge Chair
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of Harvey Probber style tufted rolling swivel chairs. Nicely upholstered in a creamy textured fabric in presentable condition. These classic barrel back tufted chairs...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

ViNTAGE HARDWOOD FRAMED GREEN VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED LARGE FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Mahogany framed green Velour Chesterfield tufted footstool Please ...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

English Upholstered Stool of Tufted Velvet on Cabriole Legs - Two Available
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome rectangular English stool or bench, featuring an upholstered seat of tufted velvet on a wooden frame with cabriole legs of turned mahogany, Two Available - Priced indivi...
Category

19th Century English Antique Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman style Tufted Chrome Wave Form Chaise Lounge Carsons
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Milo Baughman style 'wave' form chaise lounge with biscuit tufted upholstery and polished chrome T-base. The original upholstery shows wear and we do recommend re-upholstery. The ...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Brunschwig Fils Custom Piedmont Tufted Loveseat in Geometric Velour Fabric
Located in Morristown, NJ
A beautifully constructed two-seat "Piedmont" loveseat by Brunschwig & Fils, the esteemed American house known for its impeccable craftsmanship and refined textiles. This custom-upho...
Category

Early 2000s American American Classical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Vintage Pair of Brown Leather Tufted Side Chairs by Century Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a refined pair of Mid-Century tufted library side chairs by Century Furniture, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and enduring quality. Upholstered in rich br...
Category

1990s American Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood, Cherry

THREE VINTAGE GREEN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED KITCHEN DINER BAR STOOLs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of three stunning lightly restored hand dyed Green leather, kitchen bar stools Please not...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

THREE VINTAGE OXBLOOD LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED KITCHEN DINER BAR STOOLs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of three stunning lightly restored hand dyed oxblood leather, kitchen bar stools Please n...
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Queen Anne Style Rolled Back Tufted Wingback Chairs - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Queen Anne Style Rolled Back Tufted Wingback Chairs - Pair These Queen Anne Style Rolled Back Tufted Wingback Chairs showcase a timeless design characterized by their high, ...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Queen Anne Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Channel-Tufted Armchair with Carved Frame and Calligraphy Motif Upholstery
Located in Yonkers, NY
Combining the elegance of a Louis XV-style silhouette with a distinctly modern flair, this vintage upholstered armchair stands out with its bold calligraphy-patterned fabric. Crafted...
Category

Mid-20th Century Louis XV Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood

Antique Italian Rococo Style Carved Giltwood Tufted Bench In Velvet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Italian Rococo Styled Carved Giltwood Tufted Bench Newly Upholstered in Plush Emerald-Mist Velvet This exquisite antique Italian Rococo styled bench features a beautifully c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Rococo Revival Seating

Materials

Velvet

Bench in Hand Tufting Wool, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Contemporary Bench inspired of 1960s style. The bench consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Bench was design...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Wool

1970 s Italian Tufted Leather Sofa by Ambienti Bernini
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Very comfortable lounging sofa made in Italy by Ambienti Bernini. It reminds me of the Mario Bellini "le Bambole" sofa but with tufte...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

MCM Milo Baughman Style Tufted Side Chairs Newly Reupholstered - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Button Tufted Chrome Flat Bar Chairs Newly Reupholstered In Designer Blu Snake Patterned Embossed Leather - Pair Featuring a pair of Mid Cent...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Ottoman Tufted Footstool Stool Bench Cy Mann 2 Available
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ottoman footstool stool bench by Cy Mann
Category

1970s Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Georgian, Chesterfield Sofa, Tufted, Red Distressed Leather, Bun Feet, 2000s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Georgian, Chesterfield Sofa or Settee, Tufted, Red Distressed Leather, Bun Feet, 2000s Four seater red leather sofa or settee in the English Georgian style. This example features p...
Category

1990s Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Antique English Tufted Red Faux Leather Club Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome pair of lady and gentleman William IV English club chairs handcrafted in mahogany featuring alluring red faux leather button tufted upholstery, elegant arms, and turned fron...
Category

19th Century English William IV Antique Seating

Materials

Leather

1960s Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young Biscuit Tufted Crushed Velvet Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1970s Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi and Young in a burnt gold crushed velvet upholstery. In good vintage condition with a nice patina throughout. V...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

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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