Ram Bench
2010s Egyptian Benches
Rattan, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century European Gustavian Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Linen, Wood
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Benches
Stone
Early 2000s American Shaker Benches
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Walnut
Early 2000s American Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic, Wool
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Stools
Birch
Antique Early 1800s French Empire Busts
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Bronze
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
2010s American Modern Stools
Brass
2010s French Modern Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Benches
Wood, Mahogany, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood, Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Night Stands
Wood
2010s African Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
2010s African Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood, Ebony
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stools
Iron
Recent Sales
Mid-20th Century French Regency Benches
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Revival Benches
Leather, Birch
Antique 19th Century British Benches
Limestone, Lead
20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Marble
Antique 1860s English Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Indian Other Benches
Vintage 1940s French Benches
Metal
20th Century Indian Benches
Metal
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Benches
Fabric
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Benches
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Directoire Benches
Vintage 1950s Italian Benches
Steel, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Benches
Steel, Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Chrome, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Benches
Cowhide, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Modern Benches
Ceramic, Wool, Plywood
Antique Late 19th Century Benches
Early 20th Century French Benches
Walnut
Italian Benches
Steel, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Wood
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Benches
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches
Wood, Cotton
20th Century French Louis XV Benches
Leather, Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Linen, Wood
20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Fabric, Down, Wood, Giltwood
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches
Linen, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Benches
Brass, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Benches
Leather, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Leather, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Benches
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Brass, Steel
Late 20th Century French Benches
Marble
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Stools
Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Stools
Late 20th Century Unknown Directoire Ottomans and Poufs
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Footstools
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1980s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Stools
Bronze
Vintage 1920s Italian Patio and Garden Furniture
Stone, Cement
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Armchairs
Iron
Vintage 1940s Italian End Tables
Early 20th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Terracotta
20th Century Painted Furniture
Antique 19th Century American Napoleon III Mantel Clocks
Slate, Marble, Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
20th Century European Neoclassical Benches
Wood, Giltwood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches
Limestone
Vintage 1960s European Neoclassical Benches
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Benches
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century European Gustavian Benches
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass, Steel
20th Century British Neoclassical Benches
Mid-20th Century Italian Directoire Benches
Brass, Steel
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Benches
Leather, Walnut
Ram Bench For Sale on 1stDibs
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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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