Set Of 50 Chairs
Vintage 1960s French Napoleon III Dining Room Chairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Oak, Rosewood, Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Side Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Side Chairs
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Wood, PVC
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Wood, PVC
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Nickel
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Rope, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Oak, PVC
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Wool, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Linen
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1950s French Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron, Brass
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
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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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture on 1stDibs.
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