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1940s US Army American Seating Company Wooden Folding Chair
By American Seating
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
circa 1940. We offer this beautiful folding chair made by American Seating Company, Grand Rapids
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood
18th century country settle with fold down table
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very unusual and rare late 18th early 19th century pine settle with fold down table
Category
Antique 18th Century Benches
Materials
Pine
Oak Settle with Fold Down Table, Italy, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
functional period piece lots of character and appeal. Drop down table folds upwards and is secured with
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Rustic Benches
Materials
Iron
Z-Down folding chair by Erik Magnussen produced by Torben Ørskov, Denmark
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Z-Down folding chair by Erik Magnussen, produced by Torben Ørskov in Denmark in 1968. Dark brown
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 25.6 in W 28.75 in D 20.48 in
Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down Folding Chairs by Torben Orskov, Pair
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Topeka, KS
wonderful extra seating in your game, living, or family room and the nice folding feature adds convenience
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 29 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in
Four Z-Down folding lounge chairs and table by Erik Magnussen, Torben Ørskov
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Rare set of four folding lounge chairs by Erik Magnussen, made of brown lacquered tubular steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Travertine, Steel
H 25.6 in W 28.75 in D 20.48 in
British Campaign Mahogany “Knock-Down" Antique Armchair Johnstone & Jeanes
By Johnstone, Jeanes & Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
metamorphic armchair by the firm of Johnstone & Jeanes of London, this quality Campaign seating piece would
Category
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38.63 in W 22.5 in D 19.63 in
1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Silk
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' Sectional Sofa for Verzelloni Italy
By Verzelloni, García Cumini
Located in Tilburg, NL
'Fold' seating series. More specific: a combination of a chaise longue and an end-piece. Many more
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Norbert Wangen Folding Armchair 'Attila' in Black Lacquered Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Norbert Wangen, folding armchair, model 'Attila', lacquered ash, metal, Germany, 1995
Category
1990s German Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Wood And Velvet Relax Folding Armchair Armrests, 70’s
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
, with the possibility of folding it completely. The system is in gold metal. The chair can be fully
Category
Vintage 1970s French Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair Of Folding Seat Armchairs, Fritz Hansen, Chromed Metal, circa 1970
By Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
armchairs is undoubtedly from a theatre, cinema or opera. Indeed the seat folds down and reveals a seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 20.08 in
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' Easy Chair for Verzelloni Italy
By García Cumini, Verzelloni
Located in Tilburg, NL
' seating series.
Fold has been thought for limited but refined spaces, thanks to its depth of just mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Les Femmes Large Foldable Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, versatile seating range. With a raised backrest and armrest, Les Femmes is a snug, reassuring sofa; with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 58.67 in D 37.41 in
Les Femmes Small Foldable Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, versatile seating range. With a raised backrest and armrest, Les Femmes is a snug, reassuring sofa; with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 50.79 in D 37.41 in
Rare Mid Century Wim Rietveld Metal "Fold-Up" Arielle Daybed for Auping, 1953
By Wim Rietveld, Auping
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare fold-up Arielle daybed by Wim Rietveld for Auping, 1953. The Arielle arrived shortly after
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 16.25 in W 77 in D 38.88 in
Pair of Tuscan Folding Accent Chairs, circa 1860
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The rectangular leather back over down swept arms, raised on X - form legs ending in scrolled feet, overall inlaid in bead and reel banding and flowers filled urns.
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Anglo-Indian Style Bone Inlaid Armchair with Folding Back and Loop Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
– the back of the chair folds down. Neutral toned upholstery adds a soft twist to this classic piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Materials
Bone, Upholstery, Wood
H 31.5 in W 22.25 in D 23.5 in
19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk's Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
19th century convertible monk's chair is cleverly engineered to provide two uses. Seat back down, it's a table, seatback up it's an armchair. Sculpted from solid oak, it features car...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 31.5 in W 20.66 in D 12.79 in
19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk's Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
19th century convertible monk's chair is cleverly engineered to provide two uses. Seat back down, it's a table, seatback up it's an armchair. Sculpted from solid oak, it features car...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 31.5 in W 20.66 in D 12.79 in
Vintage Chrome and Leather Folding “Ny” Tubular Steel Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and clever design, the "Ny" chair features a collapsible form that completely folds down and can be
Category
20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 29.5 in
Drop Arm Knoll Style Sofa in an Orange-Red Velvet
Located in Schellebelle, BE
elegant fringing, the side panels fold down, comfortable seating,
nice warm color.
Gives your interior
Category
Vintage 1960s English Canapes
Materials
Velvet
Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" 3-seater re-upholstered sofa For Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features folding back rests cushions that can be folded
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
De Sede DS-149 Armchair in Select Cigarro
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and leather down to the tiniest de- tails. In her new, elegant armchair DS-149, natural folds, organic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
19th Century Painted Chair-Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
chair that converts into a table by use of hand forged iron hinges that allow the chair’s back to fold
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Other Chairs
Materials
Iron
Velas Adjustable Flat Modular Leather Sofa by FSM
By Braun & Maniatis, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
things on. The extractable seating surface even offers unrestricted comfortable for two persons
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Velas Adjustable Flat Modular Leather Sofa by FSM
By Braun & Maniatis, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
things on. The extractable seating surface even offers unrestricted comfortable for two persons
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Late 19th Century Wooden Foldup Train Station Bench Seat
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous mechanical Foldup long train station bench. Backrest folds down for transport and or
Category
Antique 1890s American Industrial Benches
Materials
Iron
De Sede DS-149 Armchair in Select Cigarro
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and leather down to the tiniest de- tails. In her new, elegant armchair DS-149, natural folds, organic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This folding cinema chair was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Swedish 18th Century Chair-Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
table by use of hand forged iron hinges that allow the chair’s back to fold down and form the table’s
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Other Chairs
Materials
Iron
Casquet Beige Sofa by DDP Studio
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
cushions that can be fold to achieve the desired comfort.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Original Modern Two-Seat Leather Designer Couch Sofa by Erpo
Located in Bridgeport, CT
backrest can be folded down. Wonderfully broad headrests and gently supportive armrests seduce you into
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Settees
Materials
Metal
Vintage 4-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet , 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 33 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 25 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 18 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By Georg Appeltshauser, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
relaxation. A fold-down bar converts the armrest pads to comfort head and shoulder rests. Sesam's elegant and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid 19th century carved walnut armchair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
fold to the front rail. Supported by scrolled legs to the rear.
Recently re-upholstered and covered
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Armchair by FSM
By Georg Appeltshauser, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
relaxation. A fold-down bar converts the armrest pads to comfort head and shoulder rests. Sesam's elegant and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Les Femmes Small Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, versatile seating range. With a raised backrest and armrest, Les Femmes is a snug, reassuring sofa; with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 50.79 in D 37.41 in
Jacques Adnet Armchair, 1950s, France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning foldable chair by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame with chocolate brown Skai seat
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Exquisite D70 Sofa Daybed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1954
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Voorburg, NL
allows the backrest and seat to assume any angle and to fold down to form a bed. With a single twist the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass, Steel
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Armchair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
relaxation. A fold-down bar converts the armrest pads to comfort head and shoulder rests. Sesam's elegant and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Les Femmes Medium Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, versatile seating range. With a raised backrest and armrest, Les Femmes is a snug, reassuring sofa; with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 58.67 in D 37.41 in
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
relaxation. A fold-down bar converts the armrest pads to comfort head and shoulder rests. Sesam's elegant and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Shelby Adjustable Swivel Leather Armchair by FSM
By Georg Appeltshauser, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
constructional design: a hard shell containing a soft and cosy core with convenient seating adjustment. With his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Gerrit Rietveld R25 Sleeping Sofa, 1950
By Metz & Co., Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Dronten, NL
for Metz & Co. The back folds down to a bed and the seat covers a storage compartment.
A similar
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Spruce
De Sede DS-748 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
offers additional comfort. The folds visible on the seating surfaces are characteristic for DS-748 – as
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 81.89 in D 37.41 in
Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
By Gemla, Poul Volther
Located in Dronten, NL
folded down to create a daybed. The sofa is recently upholstered with beautiful moss green Kvadrat fabric
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
upper upholstery is a miracle of folding, and can be adjusted into an upright position. In this, the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
upper upholstery is a miracle of folding, and can be adjusted into an upright position. In this, the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
21st Century Orauro Sofa in Metal by Emanuele Magini - Limited Edition
By JCP UNIVERSE, Emanuele Magini
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
) is emptied: only the trace of its folds and of its volume remains. An intricate and indestructible
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in W 97.25 in D 39.38 in
G Plan Three Seater Sofa Bed Group 3 Richard Young Merrow Associates Mid Century
By G Plan Furniture, Richard Young
Located in Cambridge, GB
practical three seater sofa which folds down to become a double bed.
This sofa is part of the ‘Group 3
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bouclé, Cane, Rattan, Teak
H 31.5 in W 81.11 in D 31.5 in
Gustavian Sofa in Pink Linen
Located in Faversham, GB
the bench to fold down into a flatbed, which extends the length of the sofa and provides a comfortable
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Pine
Shelby Adjustable Swivel Leather Armchair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
constructional design: a hard shell containing a soft and cosy core with convenient seating adjustment. With his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
20th Century Maralunga Sofa In Original Velvet Fabric By Vico Magistretti
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
instant classic. Comfort comes in 2 forms with a backrests that individually fold up for relaxation and
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
H 26.78 in W 65.75 in D 31.89 in
20th Century Maralunga Sofa In Original Velvet Fabric By Vico Magistretti
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
instant classic. Comfort comes in 2 forms with a backrests that individually fold up for relaxation and
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
H 26.78 in W 65.75 in D 31.89 in
Les Femmes Large Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, versatile seating range. With a raised backrest and armrest, Les Femmes is a snug, reassuring sofa; with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 66.54 in D 37.41 in
20th Century French Ivory Boucle Sofa Bed
Located in High Point, NC
fresh modern look to this vintage gem. The back of this adaptable piece folds down to transform the sofa
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
De Sede DS-748 Small Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
offers additional comfort. The folds visible on the seating surfaces are characteristic for DS-748 – as
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 37.41 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of fold down seating you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, fabric and steel, every item from our selection of fold down seating was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of fold down seating — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of fold down seating is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of fold down seating has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Erik Magnussen, Ladderax and Herman Miller are consistently popular.
How Much is a Fold Down Seating?
The average selling price for a piece of fold down seating at 1stDibs is $2,975, while they’re typically $556 on the low end and $14,500 for the highest priced.
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.
Questions About Fold Down Seating
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- What is the best folding ladder?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021You can choose any folding ladder according to your taste. Always look out for folding ladders that are long-lasting and have wide steps. Inspect the quality of the hinges, whether or not there are anti-skid platforms, and be sure that the height will be good for your particular project or needs. Find antique and vintage folding ladders on 1stDibs today.
- What is the best folding table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
- How does a folding door work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.
- Who invented the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is Tandem seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tandem seating is a style of seating featuring a series of chairs attached to each other, side by side. It is a common form of seating for use in public spaces, such as waiting rooms or lobbies. Shop an array of tandem seating from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a camel seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A camel seat is a stool that features a camel saddle as the base. It is usually topped by a comfortably upholstered seat. This piece of furniture can also be used as an ottoman. On 1stDibs, find an array of camel seats from top sellers worldwide.
- What is banquette seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Banquettes are a bench-like seat that can be either freestanding or built into a wall. They're similar to a booth in a restaurant in that they can seat multiple people.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- What is a seating banquette?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A banquette is a bench that accompanies a table to provide more seating for guests. They usually come upholstered and are different from a booth, which you typically sit in, not on. You can shop a collection of banquette seating from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cantilever seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- What is a backless seat called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A backless seat is also called a stool. It is one of the earliest types of seating. It resembles a chair in many ways. It comprises a single seat with no back or armrests for one person. There are one, two, three, or four legs on the base of a stool. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless seats on 1stDibs today.
- What is a window seat called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A window seat is called a window bench, window nook or alcove. It is a mini sofa without a backrest for filling the gap of a window. Window benches are a great way to utilize extra or unused space for seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The standard seat height depends on the type of seating in question. For seating at dining tables, the average seat height is 17 to 23 inches, while the typical seat height for desk chairs ranges from 16 to 21 inches. Seat heights for sofas and loveseats are usually around 17 to 18 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of seating from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A loveseat generally has two seats.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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