Vintage 1960s Armchair
Late 20th Century French Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal, Brass
1960s French Vintage 1960s Armchair
Wood, Fabric
1960s Czech Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Oak
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Leather, Canvas, Oak
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Linen, Jacaranda
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Straw, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Chenille, Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Elm
1960s Vintage 1960s Armchair
Bamboo, Rattan, Rush
1960s German Vintage 1960s Armchair
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Hardwood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Chrome
1960s Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Rattan, Rush
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Rattan, Rush, Wool
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Rope, Wood
1960s American Other Vintage 1960s Armchair
Aluminum
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Sheepskin, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Steel
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Shell, Upholstery
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s Italian Vintage 1960s Armchair
Brass
1960s Slovak Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Beech
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Wood
1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Beech
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Bouclé, Hardwood
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Leather, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Wood
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Beech
1960s French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1960s Armchair
Wood, Fabric
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Cotton, Beech
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage 1960s Armchair
Leather, Faux Fur, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Mahogany, Upholstery
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Fabric, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1960s Armchair
Velvet, Walnut
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Vintage 1960S Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
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