Low Seating And Table
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Sofas
Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Stools
Lacquer
2010s British Modern Stools
Hardwood, Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Footstools
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Armchairs
Velvet, Glass, Teak
2010s Dutch Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Yew
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Benches
Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Rosewood
Antique Early 1900s Organic Modern Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Lucite
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds
Reed, Elm
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Granite, Wrought Iron, Iron
Vintage 1960s French Folk Art Stools
Wood
Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Benches
Wrought Iron
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
20th Century Malian Rustic Benches
Wood
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Lucite
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Footstools
Rattan, Wood
2010s Benches
Formica, Wood, Paper
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Hardwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys
Marble
Mid-20th Century Ming Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Armchairs
Paper
2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1960s Indonesian Tribal Stools
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Mahogany, Cane
Mid-20th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Stools
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stools
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Brass
2010s German Modern Side Tables
Steel
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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.
- Why are console tables so low?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The size of a table that seats six depends on its shape. For a six-seater rectangular or oval table, the average length is around 72 inches. Round tables that are between 60 and 72 inches in diameter can typically accommodate six adults comfortably. Explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining tables that seat 8 can range in size but are typically between 72 inches and 96 inches long. Often you can squeeze 10 people with the longer measurements.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A round table that seats 10 people will probably have a 72-inch diameter.
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