Antique Iron Bar Stools
Early 1900s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Metal, Iron
1920s Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Iron Bar Stools
Zinc
19th Century Asian Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
17th Century Antique Iron Bar Stools
Walnut, Yew
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wood, Rope
2010s Mexican Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Oak
2010s American Shaker Antique Iron Bar Stools
Maple, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Brass
2010s American Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Travertine
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Chrome
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wood
2010s American Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Antique Iron Bar Stools
Brass
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Early 18th Century English George III Antique Iron Bar Stools
Steel
1890s English Industrial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
1880s French Art Nouveau Antique Iron Bar Stools
Chrome, Iron
Early 20th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century English Antique Iron Bar Stools
19th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
1920s American Industrial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Enamel, Iron
Early 20th Century French Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Bar Stools
Oak
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century European Antique Iron Bar Stools
Oak
19th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Antique Iron Bar Stools
Bronze, Iron
19th Century French Rococo Antique Iron Bar Stools
Textile, Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Other Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Iron Bar Stools
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Iron Bar Stools
Leather, Walnut
Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Copper, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Eastlake Antique Iron Bar Stools
Velvet, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Late 19th Century Asian Industrial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Early 20th Century American Steampunk Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Iron Bar Stools
Walnut
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Iron Bar Stools
Wicker, Rattan
Late 19th Century Unknown Country Antique Iron Bar Stools
Cement
Early 20th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
19th Century Antique Iron Bar Stools
Metal
Early 20th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron, Chrome
Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
19th Century American Antique Iron Bar Stools
Iron
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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