Upholstery Fabric French
Mid-20th Century French Country Pillows and Throws
Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary French Other Curtains and Valances
Cotton
20th Century French Louis XIV Settees
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Minimalist Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century French Country Pillows and Throws
Canvas
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Lounge Chairs
Nutwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak, Wool, Linen
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique 1860s French Empire Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Lacquer, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Beech
Antique 19th Century French Empire Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Teak, Fabric
Antique 1850s French More Furniture and Collectibles
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Birch
20th Century Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Upholstery, Fabric, Linen, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Footstools
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Empire Stools
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1790s French Directoire Canapes
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Settees
Fabric, Silk, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Elm
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Charles X Armchairs
Walnut, Upholstery, Fabric, Mahogany, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Birch
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Beech
20th Century French Art Deco Benches
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Footstools
Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Settees
Fabric, Fruitwood
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany, Giltwood
Antique 1830s French Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 1830s French Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Fabric, Wood, Linen, Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Armchairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Daybeds
Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Napoleon III Footstools
Giltwood, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Plastic, Down
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Brass
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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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell the quality of upholstery fabric, first consider what it's made of. Natural fibers like cotton, wool, linen and silk are often used to produce high-quality fabrics. Some synthetics are also well-made, but quality varies, so conduct some online research to learn about the pros and cons of the specific material. Next, ask the retailer or maker if the fabric has undergone any performance tests and gained any certifications. Scientific tests can be performed to assess how resistant furniture is to staining, fading, pilling and other types of wear and tear. If the fabric has earned certification based on these types of tests, it is generally a good indication that it is quality upholstery. How the fabric is constructed also matters. Those with patterns woven in rather than printed onto them are generally better quality. Reading online reviews can also help you learn more about the quality of upholstery. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of upholstered furniture.
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