Jim Thompson Fabric
20th Century Thai Anglo Raj Pillows and Throws
Linen
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Thai Other Curtains and Valances
Silk
Antique 1890s French Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
2010s American Tableware
Linen
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Stools
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Thai Tribal Pillows and Throws
Fabric, Down
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
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2010s American Modern Benches
Fabric, Poplar
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wrought Iron
2010s American Modern Pillows and Throws
Velvet, Feathers, Down
2010s American Modern Benches
Velvet, Faux Fur
Recent Sales
2010s European Books
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Fabric, Silk, Blown Glass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
2010s European Pillows and Throws
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2010s European Club Chairs
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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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 Jim Thompson famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jim Thompson was an American buinsnessman famous for reviving the silk industry in Thailand. He co-founded the Thai Silk Company Limited in 1948. He was also a spy and avid collector of art from Southeast Asia. Shop an array of Jim Thompson fabric on 1stDibs.
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