Retro Saddle Stool
Mid-20th Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wood
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Retro Saddle Stool
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wood
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Folk Art Retro Saddle Stool
Brass
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Folk Art Retro Saddle Stool
Cowhide, Wood
1970s Moroccan Moorish Retro Saddle Stool
Goatskin, Leather, Wool, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Oak, Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wire
1990s Spanish Organic Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Pine
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Beech
1980s Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wrought Iron
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Ceramic
1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Chrome
1980s Italian Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Teak
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Beech
1990s Spanish Organic Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Chrome
1980s American Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
1960s Belgian Chinoiserie Retro Saddle Stool
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Hardwood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1970s North American Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century Islamic Retro Saddle Stool
Wood
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Other Retro Saddle Stool
Wool
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wrought Iron
1970s Retro Saddle Stool
Fabric, Hardwood
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Fabric
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Rosewood
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Upholstery
1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Marble
Mid-20th Century Retro Saddle Stool
Leather
1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Brass, Metal, Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Steel
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Saddle Stool
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
1950s Italian Industrial Retro Saddle Stool
Metal
1970s North American Retro Saddle Stool
Wood
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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.
- How tall are saddle stools?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern saddle stools can be adjustable in variety. Some stools range from 25” to 34” in height. The stool is characterized by its backless, armless A-frame design. You’ll find a variety of saddle stools from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2023Whether saddle bar stools are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, some people find the curved seats featured on these stools supportive because they conform to the body's contours. Find a variety of saddle bar stools on 1stDibs.
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