Low Armchair
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Concrete, Steel
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
Wood
20th Century Asian Chinese Export Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Antique 1840s French Restauration Armchairs
Yew, Fruitwood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Bouclé, Walnut
2010s Italian Armchairs
Fur, Oak, Wood, Faux Fur, Faux Leather, Leather, Lambskin
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1930s American Rustic Armchairs
Hickory
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Other
2010s Argentine Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Carbon Fiber, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Carbon Fiber, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Club Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Cane, Walnut
2010s Mexican Modern Armchairs
Wicker, Hardwood, Fabric
2010s New Zealand Modern Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Armchairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Other
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Felt
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Armchairs
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
Antique 1890s English Aesthetic Movement Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Rope, Wood
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Straw, Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Armchairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Oak, Walnut, Teak
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Linen, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Steel, Wrought Iron
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The most comfortable armchair is really a matter of preference. Opt for an armchair that offers firm support. Shop different armchair styles on 1stDibs.com.
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