Ottomans with Seat
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Plastic
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bamboo
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs
Steel
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Bentwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Cherry
20th Century English Kilim Armchairs
Upholstery
20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Bentwood
2010s British Other Armchairs
Sheepskin, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs
Textile
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Burlap, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Armchairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Plywood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood, Rope
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Armchairs
Papercord, Oak
2010s British Club Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1970s European Modern Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
2010s Italian Armchairs
Cotton, Feathers, Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1980s American Rustic Armchairs
Pine
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Zinc
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Armchairs
Wicker, Wood, Paint
2010s Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Fabric, Rattan
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Zinc
2010s American Armchairs
Leather
2010s Unknown Modern Armchairs
Leather
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Finding the Right Armchairs for You
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
- Can you sit on an ottoman?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can sit on an ottoman, though it may not be very comfortable for long periods of time because they don't have backings like sofas and chairs do. Ottomans are typically used as footrests, but there is no rule against sitting on them.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021Sure you can, however it does not have a backrest witch can make it not so comfortable for a larger period of time
- What is the point of an ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The point of an ottoman is mainly to provide a place for you to rest your feet so that you can relax with your legs elevated. The ottoman, originally an upholstered seat or small bench without a back or arms, was a family’s main seating furniture, a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats. It wasn’t until they were brought to Europe from Turkey, during the 18th century, that it became popular to join ottomans with other pieces of furniture, such as at the base of a chair. Large ottomans can also double as extra seats, and some have hidden storage for throws, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of ottomans.
- What is a cocktail ottoman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Ottomans are used as footstools, but can also be used as a makeshift side table, perhaps to be used for resting cocktails. They usually have four short but wide legs providing stability and ease of mobility. Your average ottoman is almost always firmer than a pouf, and even if the plush pouf in your living room feels sturdy, it’s probably not the best surface for your early-evening glass of wine. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary cocktail ottomans from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Ottomans can be used as seats, footstools or for storage.
- What is Tandem seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tandem seating is a style of seating featuring a series of chairs attached to each other, side by side. It is a common form of seating for use in public spaces, such as waiting rooms or lobbies. Shop an array of tandem seating from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a camel seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A camel seat is a stool that features a camel saddle as the base. It is usually topped by a comfortably upholstered seat. This piece of furniture can also be used as an ottoman. On 1stDibs, find an array of camel seats from top sellers worldwide.
- What is banquette seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Banquettes are a bench-like seat that can be either freestanding or built into a wall. They're similar to a booth in a restaurant in that they can seat multiple people.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- What is a seating banquette?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A banquette is a bench that accompanies a table to provide more seating for guests. They usually come upholstered and are different from a booth, which you typically sit in, not on. You can shop a collection of banquette seating from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cantilever seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
- Did the Ottoman Empire have art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Ottoman Empire had incredible works of art that have a distinctive flair and are well-regarded around the globe. The Ottoman Empire lasted from roughly about 1300 to 1923 and was a dominant culture for a time. From tapestries to mosaics, detailed jewelry to dramatic paintings, the Ottoman Empire was an era of fantastic works of art that were influenced by a vast variety of cultures. Shop a collection of Ottoman Empire art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an ottoman a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021If you do not have a coffee table, an ottoman tray is a great way to make an ottoman more functional and turn it into a coffee table. It is important for the tray shape to mirror the shape of the ottoman and the size should be bigger than half the dimensions of the ottoman.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Footrests are called ottomans due to their origins. Traders from Turkey in the Ottoman Empire introduced footrests to Europe during the late 18th century. On 1stDibs, find a range of ottomans.
- NazmiyalMarch 23, 2021There is no difference - the term Ottoman and Turkish are interchangeable when talking about rugs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
The difference between a hassock and an ottoman is that a hassock does not have storage, and an ottoman does. Both pieces can be large or small and have legs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The use of an ottoman in a bedroom is largely the same as it is in a living room. A person may place an ottoman in front of a lounge chair or accent chair used for reading in the bedroom, or they might position it at the foot of the bed or against the wall so that it can serve as a bench. An ottoman with a hinged top and a hidden inner compartment may serve as storage furniture for bedding, pillows, clothing, shoes or accessories. Shop a large selection of ottomans on 1stDibs.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
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