Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Early 20th Century American William and Mary Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Walnut
19th Century English William and Mary Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery, Hardwood
1880s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Bamboo
19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Wood, Fabric, Beads
1860s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Hardwood
18th Century and Earlier Italian Louis XIII Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Wood
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Silk, Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century British Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery
19th Century British Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Brass
Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Walnut, Cotton
19th Century Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Tapestry, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Cowhide
Early 20th Century Unknown Queen Anne Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Mahogany
1860s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery, Pine
19th Century Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Wood
1880s Indian Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery, Oak
1860s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
1850s European Early Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo
1870s French Louis XV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Gold Leaf
1920s French Louis XVI Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Brass
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Birch
19th Century British Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Upholstery
19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Hardwood
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Cane, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Horn, Fabric, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Rococo Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Bouclé, Wood
19th Century French Primitive Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Wood
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Oak
1880s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Hardwood, Leather
1910s French Art Deco Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Faux Leather, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Oak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Damask, Silk, Giltwood
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Wood, Velvet, Trimming, Walnut
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Walnut
Early 19th Century British William IV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Oak, Upholstery
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Natural Fiber
Early 20th Century Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Cotton, Walnut
Early 20th Century Louis XV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Velvet, Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Giltwood
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Wool, Walnut
1860s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Brass
1860s English High Victorian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Leather, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Georgian Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Walnut
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Mohair, Mahogany
19th Century North American Empire Antique Footstools And Ottomans
Fabric, Mahogany
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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 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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