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What is the standard seat height?

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What is the standard seat height?
The standard seat height depends on the type of seating in question. For seating at dining tables, the average seat height is 17 to 23 inches, while the typical seat height for desk chairs ranges from 16 to 21 inches. Seat heights for sofas and loveseats are usually around 17 to 18 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of seating from some of the world's top dealers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
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Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

Jean Prouvé "Scal" Bed, circa 1960
By Jean Prouvé
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
The "SCAL" bed is an iconic design by Jean Prouvé. This particular variant featuring a swiveling tablet designed by Charlotte Perriand, is a remarkable piece. It showcases a sleek de...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Steel

Iconic French Industrial Wall Lamp By Jean Prouve
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic French industrial work lamp by Jean Prouve. With a beautiful dark age related wear and patina to the surfaces. Still with traces of the original paint. Rewired and fitted with an inline on/off switch. Still maintained the original brass B22 bulb holder. A large run available. Can be fitted with an EU UK or US plug on purchase. Responsible worldwide shipping not a problem. Jean Prouvé; 8 April 1901 – 23 March 1984) was a French metal worker, self-taught architect and designer. Le Corbusier designated Prouvé a constructeur, blending architecture and engineering. Prouvé's main achievement was transferring manufacturing technology from industry to architecture, without losing aesthetic qualities. His design skills...
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Vintage 1940s French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

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Iron

Jean Prouve for Vitra Fauteuil de Salon Chair, Germany
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Vladimir Kagan slipper lounge chairs for Preview, 1990. Original upholstery.
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2010s German Armchairs

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Steel

Jean Prouvé house
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Perpignan, FR
Disaster Relief House – 6x6 Model, 1944 By Jean Prouvé – Rare, Fully Original Example Offered for sale by Clément Cividino, a renowned gallerist specializing in historical design an...
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

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Metal

'Cité' Leather and Steel Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé for Vitra, Signed
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by the iconic French engineer and designer Jean Prouvé, the Cité Lounge Chair is an example of his innovative approach to form and function. Originally created for the stude...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

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