8 Foot Bench
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Benches
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Danish Modern Benches
Leather, Maple
Antique 19th Century American Rustic Benches
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Benches
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Birch, Plywood, Wood
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Benches
Elm
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Benches
Elm
Antique 19th Century English Regency Benches
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century American Gothic Revival Benches
Walnut
Antique 1830s American Neoclassical Benches
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Formica, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Cabinets
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Bronze
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Metal, Iron
2010s Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s Modern Tables
Hardwood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Walnut, Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Chinese Minimalist Benches
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Ceramic
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Oak
Recent Sales
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass, Metal
2010s American Benches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Benches
Suede, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Benches
Suede, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Benches
Pine
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Benches
Cane
Vintage 1920s American Rustic Benches
Pine
20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Benches
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century English Edwardian Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Vintage 1930s English Jacobean Footstools
Oak
Antique 18th Century Italian Industrial and Work Tables
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Tapestry, Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Directoire Benches
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century American Rustic Benches
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wool, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Gothic Benches
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Modern Benches
Bouclé
Antique 1890s Federal Benches
Pine, Upholstery
20th Century French Benches
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Leather, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century German Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Vintage 1980s American Country Farm Tables
Pine
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
20th Century French Romantic Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Windsor Chairs
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pedestals and Columns
Brass
Late 20th Century American Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century American Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century French Benches
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches
Steel
20th Century French Benches
Silk, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Benches
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Birch
Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1930s American Sofas
Velvet
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Benches
Silver Leaf
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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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021A bench at the foot of a bed is called a bedroom bench or an end-of-bed bench. It has many uses — it can be a place to keep a folded blanket or bedspread or a surface to keep your robe or sleepwear ready for bedtime. Shop a range of vintage and antique bedroom benches on 1stDibs.
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