Used Oversized Chair And Ottoman
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet
1990s French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Velvet
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century American Art Deco Chaise Longues
Wood, Fabric
1990s Modern Club Chairs
Linen, Faux Leather
1990s American American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Jacquard, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Textile
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s European Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
Antique Early 1900s Italian Wingback Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Oak, Down
Vintage 1960s Bergere Chairs
Cowhide, Wood
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs
Chrome
20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
1990s English Georgian Club Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Chaise Longues
Metal, Enamel
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Club Chairs
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s North American Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century American Organic Modern Settees
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
20th Century American Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s North American Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1960s North American Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s American Chaise Longues
Sheepskin
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
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Metal, Brass, Nickel
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables
Mohair, Oak
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Mohair, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Bronze, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Linen, Velvet
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Upholstery, Giltwood
1990s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
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Bouclé
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood, Velvet
Used Oversized Chair And Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
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