Artist Stools
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century American Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Stools
Suede, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Stools
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Beech
Antique 1880s English Victorian Stools
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century European Other Stools
Wood
Antique 18th Century Danish Georgian Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Elm
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Stools
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Stools
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Stools
Walnut
1990s English Folk Art Stools
Driftwood
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Stools
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Rustic Stools
Iron
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Stools
Metal
Vintage 1940s Russian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
20th Century American American Craftsman Stools
2010s French Other Stools
Fabric, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools
Ceramic
2010s French Other Stools
Fabric, Wood, Foam
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Steel
2010s French Stools
Linen, Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Stools
Oak, Cedar
2010s Dutch Stools
Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Stools
Oak, Cedar
2010s Guatemalan Stools
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Other
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Ash
2010s European Stools
Hemp
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Stools
Resin, Oak
2010s French Stools
Rope, Wood
20th Century Stools
Wood
Late 20th Century French Stools
Beech
2010s Organic Modern Stools
Silver
2010s Japanese Modern Stools
Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Stools
Acrylic, Foam
Early 2000s Dutch Stools
Laminate, Plywood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Stools
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Iron
1990s Dutch Stools
Aluminum
2010s English Post-Modern Stools
Other
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Concrete
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Concrete
2010s American Post-Modern Stools
Other
2010s Belgian Modern Stools
Ceramic
2010s German Post-Modern Stools
Ceramic
2010s German Post-Modern Stools
Ceramic
2010s German Post-Modern Stools
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Organic Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Swiss Modern Stools
Concrete
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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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