Used Stools
1920s American Industrial Used Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Used Stools
Cedar
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Used Stools
Rattan, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Used Stools
Metal
Early 1900s English Victorian Used Stools
Wood
1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Leather, Hardwood
1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Leather, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Used Stools
Wicker, Twig
Late 20th Century European Used Stools
Wood
1970s French Used Stools
Chrome, Iron
1970s North American Used Stools
Upholstery
15th Century and Earlier Mexican Used Stools
Other
1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Hardwood
1970s French Used Stools
Oak
1910s Slovak Vienna Secession Used Stools
Fabric, Wood
1840s Swedish Biedermeier Used Stools
Birch
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Used Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century English Directoire Used Stools
Mahogany
1940s French Used Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Used Stools
Wood
19th Century English Used Stools
Late 19th Century English Used Stools
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Steel
1930s Moroccan Moorish Used Stools
Leather, Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Primitive Used Stools
Wood
19th Century French Used Stools
Wood, Fabric
1940s American Hollywood Regency Used Stools
Brass, Steel
1880s Chinese Qing Used Stools
Poplar
19th Century French Used Stools
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
1930s Slovak Art Deco Used Stools
Fabric, Macassar, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century British Used Stools
Leather
Early 19th Century French Used Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Iron
1840s Swiss Used Stools
Wood
1850s French Used Stools
Wood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Used Stools
Metal
Mid-20th Century Used Stools
Formica
Early 20th Century British Used Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Used Stools
Formica
Mid-20th Century Space Age Used Stools
Plastic
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Used Stools
Leather, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Stools
Wrought Iron
1960s Italian Used Stools
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Used Stools
Steel, Iron
1950s French Used Stools
Rope, Oak
Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Used Stools
Metal
20th Century English Used Stools
Oak
Early 19th Century English Regency Used Stools
Mahogany
20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Used Stools
Wood
Early 19th Century British Used Stools
Leather
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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 do I use a ceramic stool?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ceramic stools are great for sitting, but you can use them for other things like holding plants in a garden or inside your home. The right use for a particular stool is really a matter of preference. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ceramic stools from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a step stool used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A step stool is the smaller version of a ladder used to reach shelves of cupboards or cabinets at a certain height. It's a more convenient and sleek version of the traditional ladder. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary step stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 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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