Scandinavian Chair And Ottoman
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Cane
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Pine
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Birch, Upholstery
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Copper
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Textile, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Cowhide, Teak
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Birch
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
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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 ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
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