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Hollywood Regency Style Upholstered Ottoman with Brass Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
elegant and comfortable occasional seating to any home or office space.
Please confirm item location
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Footstools
Materials
Brass
Antique Cherry Seat with Drawer
Located in Port Chester, NY
hallway, mudroom, or as occasional seating anywhere.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Benches
Materials
Cherry
Chunky French Elm Bench
Located in Port Chester, NY
hallway, mudroom, or as occasional seating anywhere.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Materials
Elm
Antique Chestnut Seat with Lift Lid
Located in Port Chester, NY
hallway or mudroom, or for any occasional seating.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Materials
Chestnut
Hollywood Regency Armchair
By Regency
Located in San Francisco, CA
occasional seating or as a desk chair. Featuring splayed reeded legs with flared arms and a tight seat. Newly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair Mid-Century Modern Decorator's Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
as occasional seating or as side stools. The ribbed fabric features piping along the edges and
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery
Industrial Modern Stool
Located in Trenton, NJ
This simple industrial modern stool offers no frills occasional seating at unique workbench or
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Stools
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Classical Carved Mahogany Upholstered Foot Stool Ottoman
Located in Essex, MA
. Beautifully made and very solid, this stool may serve as additional occasional seating, a footrest and a great
Category
Antique 1820s American Neoclassical Footstools
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Arc Pouf, Blue Bouclé by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An ideal occasional seating option. Using the cast brass legs from our Arc Sofa, we have created
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Arc Poof, Silver Boucle Upholstery by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An ideal occasional seating option. Using the cast brass legs from our Arc Sofa, we have created
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Double Folding Chair from France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
addition to an entrance way where occasional seating is necessary. Due to their implications of intimacy
Category
Antique 1880s French Chairs
Materials
Wood
NIMBUS Bench
Located in Vancouver, CA
occasional seating locations.
Solid Hardwood. Customizable in length and height. Choose from a variety of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Benches
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash
Mushroom Ottoman in Cream Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric
WILD CARD Jacquard Bottoman - Butterscotch
By House of Hackney
Located in New York, NY
footstools as they do occasional seating. This version is upholstered in WILD CARD jacquard, a modern take on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Jacquard
Pair of Mid Century Stools with Schiaparelli Pink Velvet Seats & Brass Sabots
By Grosfeld House
Located in Saint Louis, MO
could be placed fireside or floating in a room as occasional seating. Would also be a good size as a
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Glamorous Antique German Bedroom Chairs
Located in Port Chester, NY
divine on either side of a chest of drawers or as occasional seating. They are stabile but more
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Chairs
Materials
Yew
Mushroom Ottoman in Teal Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Emerald Plush
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Tourmaline Plush
Located in Vallejo, CA
fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Topaz Plush
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Sapphire Plush
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Henry Rosengren Hansen Armchairs
By Brande Møbelindustri, Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship. The chairs are comfortable as side chairs and occasional seating. A true testament to
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Fly Agaric
Located in Vallejo, CA
agaric mushroom. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool
Mushroom Ottoman in Denim Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Taupe Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Chestnut Brown Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Black Bouclé
Located in Vallejo, CA
as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Orchid Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
a muted purple color. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Pair Charles Dudouyt "Ladder Back" Armchairs in Oak and Rush Seat, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
, but could also be used for occasional seating.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Beech, Oak
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Mid 20th Century Walnut, Caned Back Fireplace Low Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
" chairs are meant to be placed close to the fire place to stay warm, but could also be used for occasional
Category
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Set of Four 19th Century French Renaissance Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
occasional seating throughout the home! The uprights below and above, along with the horizontal stretchers
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Folding Tripod Stools in Oakwood and Leather
Located in Barcelona, ES
used as occasional seating or as end tables or nightstands.
On sale as a pair.
Measures: 44 cm W x 44
Category
20th Century English British Colonial Stools
Materials
Wood, Leather, Oak
Mushroom Ottoman in Pistachio Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
yellow-green color. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Cinnamon Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
yellow-green color. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Carved Oak and Rush Seat Low Fireplace Armchair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Dallas, TX
be placed close to the fire place to stay warm, but could also be used for occasional seating
Category
Early 20th Century French Country Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 27.75 in W 19 in D 17 in
Pair of Napoleon III tub chairs with cabriole legs
Located in Malton, GB
work in bedrooms or as occasional seating in a living room. A classic French design.
Measurements
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Mushroom Ottoman in Mustard Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Olive Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A great sculptural accent piece.
Mushroom
Category
2010s Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Denim Blue Dot
Located in Vallejo, CA
a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
Mushroom Ottoman in Persimmon Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Burnt Orange Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Vallejo, CA
velvet fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Gray Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Mushroom Ottoman in Tan Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Vallejo, CA
fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Heywood Wakefield Painted Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Orchid Pattern Silk
Located in Lomita, CA
occasional seating that will work in a variety of modern or formal settings. Its sleek lines and curved
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Silk
Mushroom Ottoman in Wool Ochre Dot
Located in Vallejo, CA
a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned seat and sculptural accent piece
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Acrylic, Polyester
Mushroom Ottoman in Muted Olive Warped Checkered Velvet
Located in Vallejo, CA
checkerboard velvet fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
relaxation with your guests, friends, and family. These chairs are a creative choice for occasional seating
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Bergeres ~ Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
interior decor, plus surprisingly comfortable occasional seating. Featuring a wraparound seatback that
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mushroom Ottoman in Mist Boucle
Located in Vallejo, CA
lighting or other surrounding decor. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Wooden Slat Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage modern slat bench makes the perfect piece for occasional seating or even as a tall coffee table
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Set of Three 19th Century English Pub Stools
Located in Chicago, IL
breakfast table, tucked under a console table for occasional seating, or placed next to the fireplace in a
Category
Antique 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 8 1960s Italian 107 Dining Chairs by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Paris, FR
them an ideal choice for dining or as occasional seating in a living room or lounge area.
Gianfranco
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Piano Bench or Vanity Stool
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy
Located in Trenton, NJ
seat for piano practice or occasional seating.
This vanity stool is not just a functional item; it's a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
CC Stool in Natural Walnut, solid wood frame and curved seat, H44 cm, D40 cm
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
occasional seating, this item is an elaborate take on a wooden stool. With a solid wood frame and a curved
Category
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
H 17.33 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
CC Stool in Natural Oak, solid wood frame and curved seat, height 44 cm, D40 cm
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
occasional seating, this item is an elaborate take on a wooden stool. With a solid wood frame and a curved
Category
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
H 17.33 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
CC Stool in Black Oak, solid wood frame and curved seat, height 44 cm, D40 cm
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
occasional seating, this item is an elaborate take on a wooden stool. With a solid wood frame and a curved
Category
2010s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
H 17.33 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Set of Six Rococo Dining Room Chairs of Light Mahogany, 1760s
Located in Lejre, DK
as occasional seating in a living room or parlor, these Rococo chairs bring a sense of history and
Category
Antique 1760s Danish Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Small Upholstered Ottoman with Brass Base
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
heavy adult as occasional seating. Tucks easily under console tables. Vinyl on side has decorative top
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery
Lacquered Ottoman Stool with Leopard Printed Calfskin and Animal Embossed Velvet
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
and embossed black velvet. For occasional seating, holding a tray or as a foot stool.
How we work
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Lacquer
H 17.5 in Dm 16.5 in
A Pair of Pine Benches, Bernt Petersen, Denmark
By Bernt Petersen
Located in London, GB
be used as coffee tables or as occasional seating, the simple construction of this pair of benches is
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
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Occasional Seating For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of occasional seating for your home. An item from our selection of occasional seating — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Find 776 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of occasional seating now, or shop our selection of 55 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of occasional seating — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of occasional seating made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made piece of occasional seating has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Grosfeld House and Edward Wormley are consistently popular.
How Much is a Occasional Seating?
Prices for a piece of occasional seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $212 and can go as high as $55,739, while the average can fetch as much as $2,418.
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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