Scandinavian Foot Stool
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Sheepskin
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Linen
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Linen
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Linen
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Sheepskin
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Plywood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Cherry
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Poplar
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Velvet
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Walnut
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Ash
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Stools
Poplar
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Teak
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Faux Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Ash
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Benches
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Ash
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Wood, Willow
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Oak, Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Teak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Rush, Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Rush, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Rush, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Rush, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s English Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Tables
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockt...
Wood, Teak
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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.
- What is a foot stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A footstool is called an ottoman, hassock or pouf. The footstool is an umbrella term for furniture pieces used to elevate the foot. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of antique and vintage footstools in different colors, styles and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, an ottoman can be used as a footstool. The ottoman, originally an upholstered seat or small bench without a back or arms, was a family’s main seating furniture, a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats. It wasn’t until they were brought to Europe from Turkey, during the 18th century, that it became popular to join ottomans with other pieces of furniture, such as at the base of a chair. On 1stDibs, find a collection of ottomans.
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