Pair Of Reading Chairs
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Silver, Brass
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Silver, Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut, Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Velvet
Antique 18th Century English Regency Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Chairs
Chenille, Foam, Beech, Oak
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Regency Chairs
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Club Chairs
Lambskin
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs
Lambskin
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric
Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Teak
20th Century Industrial Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Hide, Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs
Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Birch
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Club Chairs
Textile, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Club Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
20th Century Organic Modern Club Chairs
Teak
Late 20th Century Regency Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Beech
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Club Chairs
Fabric
1990s Lounge Chairs
Cotton
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Bentwood
Antique 1820s American Georgian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
20th Century European Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Sheepskin
Antique 18th Century Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Cotton, Satin
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo, Cane
1990s American Post-Modern Wingback Chairs
Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Mohair
20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Bone, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
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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 12, 2021The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
- What makes a good reading chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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