Dutch Painted Bench
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Oak
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Wood, Paint
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Rush, Walnut
2010s Dutch Modern Benches
Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Benches
Wood
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Benches
Pine
Vintage 1960s Dutch Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Benches
Copper
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal, Copper
Antique 1860s Italian High Victorian Benches
Oak
2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables
Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables
Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Night Stands
Steel
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Wood, Pine
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Poplar, Pine
20th Century Dutch Modern Chairs
Steel
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Canvas
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Metal
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Wood
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Pine
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Metal
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases
Spruce
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Oak
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Metal, Aluminum
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Rush, Cherry
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Suede
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Hardwood
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Benches
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Antique 1860s Danish High Victorian Benches
Oak
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Copper
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Steel
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Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience
Delft
Antique Early 1900s French Paintings
Canvas
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Benches
Wood, Teak
Antique 19th Century American Dutch Colonial Benches
Wood
Antique 1750s Dutch Baroque Benches
Oak
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Teak
Early 20th Century Belgian French Provincial Benches
Hardwood, Linen
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Pine
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Wood
Antique 19th Century Dutch Benches
Wood, Cane
Early 20th Century Benches
Pine
Vintage 1950s Dutch Benches
Wood, Rush, Paint
Early 20th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Benches
Pine
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Benches
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Benches
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Benches
Wood
Antique 1810s English Benches
Mahogany
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Hardwood
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Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
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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 Dutch flower painting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dutch flower paintings are painted artworks that depict various species of flowers. Painters from the Netherlands produced many flower paintings between the late 16th and 18th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Dutch flower paintings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baroque Dutch painting shares a lot in common with other Baroque painting traditions, including deep colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. While splendor and drama are common themes among Baroque paintings, many of the most famous Dutch Baroque works have a tendency toward detailed realism. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dutch landscape paintings were important because of their rich associations with God, nature, agriculture and pride in one’s nation. The colors and textures used captured a snippet of the patrons' everyday lives and values. On 1stDibs, find a collection of landscape paintings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Why there are so many insects in Dutch flower paintings is a matter of debate among art historians. Some feel that Dutch artists painted the insects in great detail simply to show their skill or to depict the flowers in the most natural way possible. Others believe the insects may have deeper symbolism. They could represent the interconnectedness of life or be reminders of death. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Dutch paintings on 1stDibs.
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