Tight Back Loose Down
1990s North American Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
2010s American Modern Club Chairs
Maple, Sheepskin
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Muslin, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood, Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Foam, Hardwood, Oak, Walnut, Down, Feathers
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Foam, Walnut, Down
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Synthetic
1990s American Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Club Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
1990s Italian Blouses and Tops
2010s American Sofas
Foam, Wood
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Acrylic, Wood Panel
21st Century and Contemporary American Swivel Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Armchairs
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Trimming, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Brass
2010s Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Wood Panel
1990s Italian Vests
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Brass, Steel
2010s American Modern Chairs
Copper, Steel
2010s American Modern Chairs
Copper, Steel
2010s American Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s American Modern Chairs
Brass
Antique 1840s Prints
Paper
2010s American Art Deco Chairs
Fabric, Velvet, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Down, Foam, Linen, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
Wood
Antique 1860s Unknown Louis XIV Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Antique 18th Century American American Classical Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Late 20th Century British Evening Dresses
1960s Unknown Cardigans
21st Century and Contemporary Jackets
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
20th Century American Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Early 20th Century Sofas
Vintage 1940s French Bergere Chairs
Wood, Down, Foam
Vintage 1940s American Swivel Chairs
Down, Foam, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Bergere Chairs
Wood, Down, Cotton, Foam
20th Century American Sofas
Wood, Down, Foam, Fabric
1990s American Other Sofas
Fabric, Polyester, Wood, Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Cotton, Wood, Velvet, Down
Late 20th Century English Sofas
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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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Generally, a cuff bracelet should be tight rather than loose. Since a cuff bracelet doesn't have a clasp or closure, it can slip off or shift if it fits too loosely. At the same time, an overly tight cuff can be uncomfortable. Measuring your wrist and comparing the size to the inner circumference of cuffs can help you select a piece that will fit you securely and comfortably. Shop a wide variety of cuff bracelets on 1stDibs.
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