Antique Stools And Benches
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Stools And Benches
Tapestry, Wood
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Stools And Benches
Wood, Upholstery
1860s British High Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Oak
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Stools And Benches
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Stools And Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century English Chippendale Antique Stools And Benches
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Stools And Benches
Walnut, Upholstery
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Fabric, Walnut
19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Stools And Benches
Chestnut
1780s Antique Stools And Benches
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century English Other Antique Stools And Benches
Walnut
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Stools And Benches
19th Century French Primitive Antique Stools And Benches
Wood, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Stools And Benches
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Stools And Benches
Fruitwood
18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Stools And Benches
Other
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Antique Stools And Benches
Oak
1920s Scottish Antique Stools And Benches
Oak
Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Stools And Benches
Birch
1870s French Late Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Walnut
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Walnut
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Stools And Benches
Oak, Upholstery
1910s Queen Anne Antique Stools And Benches
Mahogany
1860s British Jacobean Antique Stools And Benches
Oak
Late 19th Century French Régence Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
1910s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Stools And Benches
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Stools And Benches
Wood, Fabric
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Stools And Benches
Linen, Wood
Early 1800s Italian Baroque Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Giltwood
1920s American Art Deco Antique Stools And Benches
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Stools And Benches
Cotton, Velvet
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Stools And Benches
Rattan, Wood
19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Stools And Benches
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Stools And Benches
Bamboo, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Stools And Benches
Cane, Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Mahogany
1880s English High Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 19th Century Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Walnut
1790s Antique Stools And Benches
Wood
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Stools And Benches
Velvet
1870s French Antique Stools And Benches
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Antique Stools And Benches
Elm
1890s Spanish Louis XIV Antique Stools And Benches
Leather, Velvet, Trimming
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Metal
1880s Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Wood
1920s French Egyptian Revival Antique Stools And Benches
Walnut
19th Century French Empire Antique Stools And Benches
Upholstery, Mahogany
1850s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Stools And Benches
Pine
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Stools And Benches
Muslin, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
1860s English Antique Stools And Benches
Fabric, Rosewood
19th Century French Empire Antique Stools And Benches
Mahogany, Giltwood
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Stools And Benches
Iron
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Stools And Benches
Cane, Wood
19th Century English Antique Stools And Benches
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.
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