Low Mid Century Stools
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Stools
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century North American Stools
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cane, Maple
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cherry
20th Century Stools
Leather, Bamboo
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Teak, Upholstery
20th Century Japanese Japonisme Stools
Wood, Lacquer
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Ash
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Mid-20th Century Stools
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Yew
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Velvet
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Imbuia
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Philippine Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Hardwood, Cherry, Walnut, Teak, Oak, Maple, Mahogany
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Stools
Elm, Hide
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bronze
Mid-20th Century European Vienna Secession Stools
Cane, Bentwood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bamboo
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass, Copper
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood, Straw
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Hardwood, Walnut, Teak, Oak, Maple, Mahogany, Cherry
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Late Victorian Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Stools
Concrete
Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Stools
Bamboo
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Raffia, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Papercord, Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wicker, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wicker, Elm
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Mahogany
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Stools
Rope, Reed, Wicker
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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.
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