Vintage Daybed Sofa
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Daybeds
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Elm
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather, Beech, Foam
Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Daybeds
Wicker, Rattan, Plywood
Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Travertine
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Sofas
Metal
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak, Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Chrome
Late 20th Century Directoire Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
20th Century English Chesterfield Chaise Longues
Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Chaise Longues
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mohair, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Sofas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Teak, Wool
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Oak, Wool
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Daybeds
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Velvet, Teak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Daybeds
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1980s Italian Daybeds
Velvet
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Leather
Vintage 1950s German Daybeds
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Daybeds
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist Daybeds
Steel
20th Century Sofas
Muslin, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Maple
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Oak
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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 29, 2024To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.
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