Throne Chair Black
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Canadian Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Antique 18th Century Italian Chairs
20th Century Colonial Revival Lounge Chairs
Leather
20th Century Colonial Revival Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Chairs
Brass, Copper, Tin
Antique 1880s British Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Walnut
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Bronze
Late 20th Century British Medieval Side Chairs
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Furniture
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Walnut, Fabric
1990s Canadian Armchairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Oak, Tapestry
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Regency Armchairs
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Armchairs
Cowhide
20th Century Armchairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century European Armchairs
Brass, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Metal
2010s American Chairs
Steel
2010s American Chairs
Steel
20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Armchairs
Iron
Early 20th Century Armchairs
Walnut
1990s Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Mahogany, Velvet, Wood
2010s European Chairs
Brass, Steel
Late 20th Century French Other Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Chairs
Fabric, Antler
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Ghanaian Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Baroque Armchairs
Cherry
Vintage 1980s Cameroonian Tribal Armchairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
Antique 1860s French Armchairs
20th Century European Armchairs
Velvet, Cut Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Armchairs
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Chairs
Early 20th Century Rococo Revival Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Rattan
20th Century Armchairs
21st Century and Contemporary Chinoiserie Armchairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Furniture
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs
20th Century Anglo Raj Armchairs
Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Late 20th Century American Empire Lounge Chairs
Palmwood
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century Armchairs
Vintage 1930s Primitive Armchairs
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Ebony, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
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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, 2022The difference between a throne and a chair is their purpose. A chair is a piece of furniture designed to seat anyone, while a throne usually is a highly decorative chair reserved for a monarch like an emperor, king or queen. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage chairs.
- What are throne chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Throne chairs are sometimes called by the Latin word for chair, cathedra. Most often, you will simply see them referred to as thrones. Furniture makers have produced thrones for rulers and religious figures in various forms since ancient times. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of throne chairs.
- 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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