Antique Vintage Stool
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Vintage Stool
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century British Rustic Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vintage Stool
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Stool
Wood, Fabric, Birch
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Stool
Fabric, Cherry
19th Century British Rustic Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
Early 20th Century American Antique Vintage Stool
Steel
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
1890s French Antique Vintage Stool
Textile, Wood
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
Early 20th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
Mid-19th Century Mexican Organic Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
Early 1900s Antique Vintage Stool
Leather
Early 20th Century Danish Medieval Antique Vintage Stool
Lambskin, Oak
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Vintage Stool
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 1900s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Vintage Stool
Steel
Early 20th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Wicker, Twig
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Stool
Metal
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Vintage Stool
Steel
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Vintage Stool
Steel
Late 19th Century British Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Vintage Stool
Fabric, Beech
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Vintage Stool
Oak
1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Vintage Stool
Oak
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Vintage Stool
Beech
Late 18th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
1920s Austrian Antique Vintage Stool
Fabric, Wood
1920s Italian Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
Early 20th Century Polish Bohemian Antique Vintage Stool
Cane, Beech
19th Century French Other Antique Vintage Stool
Pine
Late 19th Century French Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
1920s British Victorian Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Vintage Stool
Leather, Wood
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Vintage Stool
Leather, Mahogany
Early 1900s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
17th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vintage Stool
Leather, Wood, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Vintage Stool
Oak
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Rattan
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vintage Stool
Oak
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Stool
Bentwood
19th Century Antique Vintage Stool
Elm
19th Century British Jacobean Antique Vintage Stool
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Leather, Wood, Beech
Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Stool
Wood
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Vintage Stool
Hardwood
19th Century French Empire Antique Vintage Stool
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Vintage Stool
Metal
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Stool
Giltwood
Early 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Antique Vintage Stool
Iron
19th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Vintage Stool
Pine
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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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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