Upholstered Chairs On Casters
Mid-20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Chenille
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century American Armchairs
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
20th Century American Wingback Chairs
20th Century American Other Slipper Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American American Classical Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs
Giltwood, Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chenille
20th Century American Side Chairs
Lucite
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Chaise Longues
Upholstery
2010s American Regency Club Chairs
Fabric
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Lucite
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Mahogany, Cotton
Vintage 1950s American Club Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
20th Century Club Chairs
Vintage 1920s Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Vintage 1940s French Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Chairs
Cotton Canvas
20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
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.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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