1930s Wood Bench
Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Velvet, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s Belgian Primitive Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Regency Benches
Silver Leaf
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches
Velvet, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Benches
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Benches
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Primitive Painted Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Gustavian Footstools
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Stools
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Benches
Other
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Benches
Textile, Beech, Wood
20th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Benches
Teak
20th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Benches
Teak
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Leather, Wood
20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Benches
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Benches
Wood, Paint, Muslin
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood, Paint, Burlap
Vintage 1930s Austrian Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Benches
Wood, Velvet, Paint
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Benches
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1930s Benches
Wood, Paint, Muslin
Vintage 1940s Italian Benches
Wood, Damask
Vintage 1930s French Benches
Wood, Paint, Burlap
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood, Paint, Burlap
Vintage 1930s French Benches
Wood, Paint, Muslin
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood, Linen
Vintage 1930s American Benches
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1930s European Benches
Vermeil, Silver
Vintage 1930s Czech Other Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Wood, Linen
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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 ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
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