Canape Style Sofas
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Canapes
Ormolu
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Wood
20th Century Canapes
Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Beech
20th Century Canapes
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Beech
Antique 1870s French Empire Canapes
Silk, Walnut, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Linen, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas
Wood, Beech
1990s American Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Feathers
20th Century French French Provincial Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Italian Empire Canapes
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Canapes
Mahogany
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Moorish Canapes
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Louis XV Canapes
20th Century French Canapes
Beech
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Brass
20th Century French Empire Sofas
Beech
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Canapes
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1950s American Louis XVI Sofas
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Régence Sofas
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century English Canapes
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Linen, Beech
2010s French Canapes
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary French Canapes
Velvet
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Canapes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Canapes
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Chesterfield Canapes
Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chesterfield Canapes
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Canapes
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Canapes
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XVI Canapes
Wood, Canvas
Early 20th Century French Canapes
Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Canapes
Vintage 1940s French Canapes
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1940s French Louis XIV Canapes
Antique 19th Century French Canapes
Antique 19th Century French Canapes
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Beech
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Canapes
Wood, Fabric
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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.
- What is a Lawson style sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A Lawson style sofa has loose back pillows, a three-cushion seat design and a very simple shape. The armrests can be high, rolled or squared. The width of this sofa is big enough for a person to comfortably take a nap. Find your Lawson sofa on 1stDibs and let it blend in with your room or stand out altogether.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Home decor trends change often and certain styles of sofas come in and out of style. The sofa best suited for your home is a matter of personal preference and unique needs. Shop a wide range of sofas and other home furnishing on 1stDibs.
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