Victorian Parlor Chair
Early 20th Century American Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Armchairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Lounge Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Victorian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 1860s American Renaissance Revival Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Side Chairs
Textile, Velvet, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood
Antique 1890s Victorian Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1890s American Victorian Rocking Chairs
Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1880s Victorian Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Edwardian Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century American Rococo Revival Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Victorian Bergere Chairs
Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Walnut
Antique 1880s North American Living Room Sets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Victorian Children's Furniture
Iron
Mid-20th Century Victorian Armchairs
Fabric, Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1880s Victorian Living Room Sets
Velvet, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Armchairs
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Scottish Aesthetic Movement Settees
Porcelain, Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Armchairs
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Loveseats
Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival End Tables
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Side Tables
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Center Tables
Oak
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Center Tables
Oak
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Center Tables
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Side Tables
Oak
Antique 1890s French Renaissance Revival End Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Turkish Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Indian Rugs
Wool, Silk
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Side Tables
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs
Metal
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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.
- What is a parlor chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A parlor chair is a type of upholstered armchair that was popular during the Victorian age. It features a wood frame, a curved back with button tufting and a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a selection of parlor chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
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