Black Corner Chair
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Corner Chairs
Other
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Corner Chairs
Other
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Corner Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Corner Chairs
Brass, Iron
2010s Modern Corner Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Corner Chairs
Cowhide, Oak
2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century French Space Age Corner Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Corner Chairs
Crystal, Metal
2010s American Modern Chairs
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century Chairs
Ash
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chairs
Bamboo
2010s American Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Furniture
Bamboo, Lacquer
Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Corner Chairs
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Corner Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Corner Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Corner Chairs
Rope, Wood
Antique 1770s American Queen Anne Corner Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Louis XVI Corner Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Corner Chairs
Vintage 1950s Corner Chairs
Steel
2010s American Corner Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1920s Dutch De Stijl Corner Chairs
Wood
Antique 1880s British Georgian Corner Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
Vintage 1980s Corner Chairs
Leather
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam, Fabric
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Velvet
Antique Late 17th Century Swedish Baroque Chairs
Wood
Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Antique 19th Century British Corner Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century English Corner Chairs
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Danish Corner Chairs
Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Corner Chairs
Antique 1780s Chinese Chinese Export Corner Chairs
Other
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Corner Chairs
Vintage 1960s European Hollywood Regency Corner Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 18th Century English Jacobean Corner Chairs
Linen, Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Corner Chairs
Mahogany, Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Corner Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Queen Anne Corner Chairs
Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Corner Chairs
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Corner Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Austrian Corner Chairs
Iron
Late 20th Century Asian Chinese Chippendale Corner Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric, Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Corner Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Iron
2010s Swedish Modern Corner Chairs
Upholstery
2010s Belgian Organic Modern Corner Chairs
Metal
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Black Corner Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A corner chair is designed to fit into the corner of a room and be pulled out when additional seating is needed. Some corner chairs were also used at desks because they allowed more freedom of movement for the sitter. Corner chairs were also called roundabout chairs, smoking chairs, barber’s chairs, writing chairs and desk chairs. Shop a collection of corner chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.
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