$2,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique English Roll Arm Chair, Red Leather, Early 20th Century
By George Smith
Located in New York, NY
Classic English roll arm chair upholstered in rich red leather with a beautifully developed warm patina. The generously proportioned form features gently rolled arms, a deep, comfort...
Leather, Hardwood
$6,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of George Smith Style Leather Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Smaller than a typical wingback chair. Sits lower as well. George Smith Style.
Leather
20th Century English Mahogany George Smith Side Chairs in Linen, Pair
By George Smith
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Upholsterer to the kings! These beautiful English side chairs are by the renown upholstery house of George Smith. His company was founded in the late 19th century,and he was the furn...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Vintage Edwardian Chairs by George Smith
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of custom upholstered and hand-made “Edwardian Chairs” by George Smith, Newcastle, England.
Wood
George Smith Handmade Tufted Slipper Chair
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Handmade in England. An elegant slipper chair with sloping rolled back and curved seat. Upholstered in an oatmeal tone fabric tufted overall. Raised on dark stained turned front legs...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 34 in W 28.5 in D 20.5 in
Vintage English George Smith “Edwardian” Tufted Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These George Smith "Edwardian" lounge chairs represent the pinnacle of bespoke British upholstery and timeless style.
Brass
George Smith "Edwardian" Chair in Kilim
By George Smith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edwardian style armchair by English furniture maker George Smith. Upholstered in wool Kilim. With bolster pillow measuring 25" long x 5" diameter.
George Smith Slipper Chair
By George Smith
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A low slung yet substantial English slipper chair covered in a crimson wool mohair velvet on short tapering legs terminating in brass casters.
Wool
$4,321Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44.1 in W 31.89 in D 35.83 in
VINTAGE OXBLOOD CLAW & BALL FEET DAMASK LEATHER WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning English Oxblood leather with Majestic Damask Gold leather pattern Wingback armchair and matchi...
Leather
$3,005Sale Price|20% Off
H 47.25 in W 28.15 in D 26.19 in
English Estate circa 1840 Royal Crown Stamped Oxblood Leather Throne Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Royal Estate stamped oxblood leather and oak circa 1840 throne armchair A very good looking well made and decorative thro...
Leather, Oak
19th Century Pair of English Victorian Leather Armchairs
Located in London, GB
This is a handsome pair of antique Victorian mahogany and leather club armchairs, circa 1880 in date. This lovely pair was made from masterly crafted hand-carved solid mahogany with...
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Antique French Art Deco Leather Club Armchairs.
Located in Sherborne, GB
A matching pair of French, art deco leather club armchairs, they are identical in shape and size, the only difference being that one is more caramel coloured than the other. These ge...
Leather, Beech
Pair Leather club chairs circa 1920s
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Leather club chairs circa 1920s recently covered in leather & polished chestnut in colour brass studded detail loose cushions very comfortable chairs, walnut bun feet on fr...
Leather
$4,096 / set
H 35.04 in W 30.32 in D 27.17 in
Vintage 20th Century Pair Of Dutch Leather Club Chairs c.1980
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A comfortable and characterful pair of sheepskin leather club chairs, made in Holland in the late 20th century. These chairs feature classic club proportions with generously padded s...
Leather
$3,118Sale Price|20% Off
H 40.56 in W 25.79 in D 27.76 in
Antique Restored Leather William IV Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, antique, fully restored original mahogany framed circa 1830 hand dyed Chesterfield Bordeaux leather director's chair. Please note t...
Leather, Hardwood
$16,500 / set
H 34.5 in W 29 in D 35 in
Pair of Large early 20th century English Leather Club or library Chairs
Located in Troy, NY
A generously sized pair of English lounge or club chairs of unusual design, early 20th century, walnut, covered in oxblood-red leather. Very comfortable proportions, turned front leg...
Leather, Animal Skin, Walnut
$3,660Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.01 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920's ART DECO DEEP BROWN LEATHER CLUB ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original fully restored hand dyed deep Brown leather Art Deco Circa 1920-1930's club armchair ...
Leather
Pair of Antique Swedish Leather Club Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of antique Swedish leather club armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1900-1910 period. The quality is outstanding, they are...
Leather, Oak
1930 classic English wingback leather club armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Presenting 1930s classic English wingback leather club armchairs. Featuring elegant nailhead trim along the edges and rounded, solid wood legs for stability.
Leather, Wood, Oak
$787Sale Price|30% Off
H 42.5 in W 31 in D 32 in
Vintage Queen Anne Style Red Mahogany Wingback Club Library Accent Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
This elegant Queen Anne wingback armchair features a classic high, arched backrest flanked by sweeping wings and comfortable rolled armrests. It is built upon a sturdy mahogany base ...
Fabric, Mahogany
Ralph Lauren Style Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful pair of Ralph Lauren style lounge chairs in tufted brown leather. Ottoman is included. These are extremely comfortable and handsome chairs. Perfect for a living room, off...
Leather
Early 20th Century Leather Club Chair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A great leather clubchair. We preserved the beautiful patina of this chair while restoring the springs and bands to ensure comfort. The burgundy red leather was waxed.
Leather
A Pair of 1930's French Art Deco Leather Low Club Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
French Art Deco leather club chairs, c.1930s-1940s, rounded back, iron tacks, velvet upholstered loose seat cushion, rolled arms with piping trim. They rest on ball feet and are worn...
Leather, Wood
$5,265 / set
H 35.44 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in L 35.44 in
VINTAGE PAIR OF ART DECO STYLE HAND DYED LEATHER SHELL ARM CHAiRS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Vintage Pair of Art Deco Style Hand-Dyed Leather Shell Armchairs A striking vintage pair of Art Deco style shell armchairs, beautifully traditionally hand-dyed...
Leather
$22,500 / set
H 12.21 in W 8.67 in D 5.52 in
Max Ingrand “2240” Sconces for Fontana Arte, 1961, Set of 2
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Max Ingrand “2240” sconces for Fontana Arte, brass and glass, 1961, Set of 2 Designed by Max Ingrand during his celebrated artistic direction at Fontana Arte, this model reflects th...
Brass
$4,590 / item
H 33.5 in W 96 in D 17.75 in
Lucy Reclaimed Elm Wood Console with 18 Drawers in Natural Finish
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Crafted with reclaimed wood in a medium warm chestnut brown finish, this console will add a timeless look to any space. With its abundance of drawers, it serves as an excellent entry...
Wood, Elm
$3,050 / set
H 29.5 in W 34 in D 32 in
Pair of Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of vintage brown leather club or tub chairs from Denmark. Upholstered in dark vintage brown leather, the chairs feature tufted button backs and arms with self-piping, creating a...
Leather, Hardwood
Sold|$3,950
H 31.5 in W 38.5 in D 27.25 in
Late 18th Century Swedish Original Painted Pedestal Side Table
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century Swedish pedestal table, crafted in pine with a highly distressed original painted finish. Years of wear and scraping have revealed layers of blue, green, red, and y...
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century French Empire Swan Neck Mahogany Daybed, Paris
Located in Astoria, NY
An elegant early 19th-century French Empire daybed sourced from Paris, France. Crafted from solid mahogany, it features the iconic swan-neck ends with finely carved heads, floral ros...
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' Brass Swing Arm Floor Lamp
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Palm Springs, CA
"Sargent" brass swing arm brass floor lamp, Ralph Lauren Home, c.2001, on weighted stepped base. Brass more recently cleaned and lacquered. Uses single 3-way single regular a base bu...
Metal, Brass
"God Bless America" Patriotic Embroideries, c.1920
Located in Savannah, GA
Laura Wheeler stamped embroidery kits: eagle with Liberty Bell, together with eagle and George Washington profile, circa 1920; wool on wool ground, later frames. Large: 31 ½ by 24...
Wool, Wood
19th C. Country English Painted Georgian House Blanket Chest
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A charming country English folk art blanket chest or storage trunk crafted from pine measuring nearly 3.5' feet wide. The chest features a later hand-painted Georgian manor house faç...
Iron
$6,800 / item
H 17 in W 60 in D 36 in
Mae Modern Solid Wood and Woven Leather Coffee Table by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae coffee table by Crump and Kwash Features - Hand turned, solid wood legs and cross members / solid wood top / Veg tan woven leather shelf / customizations available. Dimension...
Leather, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Pair of 20th Century English Chesterfield Club Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of 20th century English Chesterfield club chairs upholstered in vintage brown leather. Traditional button tufted backs, rolled arms, and nail head trim along the arms and base g...
Leather, Wood
19th Century Holland & Sons Chaise Longue
By Holland & Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A superb mid 19th century English Chaise Longue by Holland & Sons - London c1840. Raised on 4 turned mahogany legs and the original Cope & Collinson gilt brass cup casters. One back ...
Brass
Arts and Craft Long Oak Coffee Table, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Very long Arts and Craft style coffee table in stained oak with oxidized brass stretchers. 1940s. Measures: 79 W x 32 D x 20 H.
Oak
$10,942Sale Price|20% Off
H 53.55 in W 44.89 in D 16.54 in
Unique Antique 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Bargueño in Solid Chestnut Wood
Located in Casteren, NL
On offer here is an exceptional Spanish Renaissance bargueño, crafted in the mid 19th century, from solid chestnut wood. This masterpiece, with its warm brown color, exudes timeless ...
Brass
$12,800 / set
H 30.52 in W 24.22 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Francis Jourdain Lounge Chairs in Woven Rush and Wood
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, rush, stained wood, France, ca. 1925 Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chairs possess ...
Rush, Wood
18 Century Gustavian Swedish Painted Secretary Desk with Cabinet
Located in Brenham, TX
Beautifully aged Swedish secretary desk with a pair of multi-pane doors. The cabinet is topped with an elaborate pierced gallery, creating an architectural silhouette. A classic slan...
Pine
Large 19th century country house sofa c1840
Located in Batley, GB
A super mid 19th century country house sofa. Raised on thick turned front legs and splayed rear legs, all with the original large brass casters. The legs and show wood are mahogany w...
Brass
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.