White Painted Bench
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Benches
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Benches
Linen, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Benches
Linen, Wood
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Benches
Linen, Wood
Early 20th Century English Benches
Wood, Paint
Antique 1890s English Regency Benches
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Benches
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Other Benches
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Benches
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Beech
Late 20th Century French Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century Danish Louis XVI Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Benches
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ming Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Benches
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Benches
Textile, Faux Bamboo
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century European Folk Art Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century European Industrial Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Jute, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Benches
Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Benches
Wood, Paint
2010s Indonesian Other Benches
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Benches
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Benches
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Benches
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Benches
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Linen, Foam, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Benches
Cane, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Country Benches
Rush, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Benches
Enamel
Antique 1870s Swedish Gustavian Benches
Pine
2010s French Country Benches
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Benches
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Benches
Upholstery, Poplar
2010s Italian Minimalist Benches
Birch, Oak, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Benches
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Benches
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Brutalist Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Benches
Wood, Cane
2010s French Benches
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Walnut
2010s American Modern Benches
Teak, Lacquer
2010s Italian Post-Modern Benches
Brass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To Rauschenberg, the White Paintings meant the passage of time and symbolized divinity. By painting with a bright white color, he sought to capture the passing of shadows as the sun moved through a space and, in this way, track the hours. He once said, "They are a natural response to the current pressures of the faithless and a promoter of intuitional optimism," linking the color white with the concept of the purity of God. After completing his White Paintings, the American artist continued to experiment with monochrome compositions and even went so far as to try and erase some of his previous works to create a monochrome effect. Find a collection of Robert Rauschenberg art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many shades and brands of white paints available for furniture is a matter of preference. Since white has many nuances and undertones, it could be challenging to choose the right one for your furniture. However, factors to be considered while choosing the right paint are other furniture and patterns in the room, price range and the feel you want the room to have.
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