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Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Backless Hall Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent pair of Italian hall chairs made in the neoclassical style. The chairs feature a backless design having decorative molded raised arms ending with large greek keys topped with...
Faux Leather, Wood
Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Savonarola Folding Chair circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from walnut, it boasts a rich dark brown color that highlights the natural beauty of the wood. The chair is backless, featuring the iconic X-frame silhouette that is both fun...
Walnut
Ashanti Mother and Child Maternity Figure Carved by Osei Bonsu, Ghana
By Osei Bonsu
Located in Austin, TX
The mother figure is seated on a simple backless chair. An infant lays calmly in her lap, one arm reaching towards a pronounced breast.
Wood
$1,450 / item
SHAKER Counter Stool by AMBROZIA // LEATHER
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
Also available as a Backless Stool, Dining Chair and Swivel Counter Chair, allowing designers to create a cohesive seating family throughout residential, hospitality and commercial p...
Metal, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Nickel
$1,450 / item
SHAKER Counter Stool by AMBROZIA // COWHIDE
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
Also available as a Backless Stool, Dining Chair and Swivel Counter Chair, allowing designers to create a cohesive seating family throughout residential, hospitality and commercial p...
Steel, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Nickel
$1,800 / item
SHAKER Counter Stool by AMBROZIA // Atelier Edition
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
Also available as a Dining Chair, Swivel Counter Chair and Backless Stool, allowing designers to create a cohesive seating family throughout an entire project.
Steel, Metal, Brass, Nickel, Bronze
Unavailable
H 20 in W 26 in D 12 in
Studio Series: Backless Vanity Size Stool, Spring Linen Leaf Green Seat-in stock
By Five Finger Furnishings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our vanity sized stool is designed to add color and drama to an entryway, punctuate the end of a hallway or adorn the end of a bed. They're perfectly sized for one! Sides are pale y...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Italian 20th Century Dante Style Backless Savonarola Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
The cross-slat walnut wood design, often gives these chairs the nickname of "scissor chairs". The chairs are backless, have decorative knobs extending out from the front top sides, a...
Wood, Walnut
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H 30.75 in W 22.5 in D 15.5 in
Early 20th Century Cottage Style Bobbin Corner Chair and Matching Backless Stool
By Wim Den Boon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 2 Early 20th Century cottage style bobbin corner chair and matching backless stool. In original condition with visible wear consistent with their age and use.
Rattan, Wood
Sold
H 29.75 in W 23.25 in D 18 in
English Campaign Iron, Brass and Leather Stool from the Turn of the Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English Savonarola stool (or backless chair) circa 1900 would be a great asset in any home of any style, modern or traditional.
Brass, Iron
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H 30.5 in W 20.5 in L 30.5 in
3 Hickory Chair Company Madigan Backless Bar Stools 5750-05 Dark Walnut
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
3 Hickory chair Company Madigan backless bar stools 5750-05 dark walnut The Madigan stool (SKU:5750-05) by Hickory chair is a neutral and inviting piece that brings joy to any hom...
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Italian Savonarola Curule Bench Seat Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find the bench, backless versions of these chairs. Seat H 18 inches.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Table with Nesting Chairs, circa 1960
Located in Portland, OR
Made of solid teak, this piece consists of a table (which opens to create a larger surface) and two dining-height backless chairs. Ideal for a small apartment or work space.
Sold
H 36 in W 27 in D 22 in
Pair of Large Italian Ebonised Savonarola Chairs with Velvet Upholstery c.1880
Located in London, GB
The legs of the Savaranola chair consist of two curved pieces joined in the middle, like a pair of interlocking 'U's or a single wavy 'X' and derives from the Sella Curulis, which wa...
Velvet, Upholstery
SHAKER Backless Stool by AMBROZIA // LEATHER
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
The SHAKER Backless Stool Leather is part of AMBROZIA's signature seating family, thoughtfully designed for residential, hospitality and commercial interiors. Defined by its refined...
Steel
$1,186 / item
H 36 in W 21 in D 24 in
Counter Stool in Black Faux Leather and Black Wood Finish, Sotto Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
The Sotto counter stool by Uultis strikes a confident balance between sculptural presence and everyday comfort. Designed for use at countertop height, it features a clean-lined black...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Faux Leather
African Baule statue Mother with Childs, Ivory Coast mid XXem
Located in Paris, IDF
African Baule statue Mother with child, Ivory Coast mid XXem Provenance: Swedish private collection, from the 1980s. Then inherited within the family. Beautiful Baule mother figure ...
Glass, Wood
Pasqualina Counter Stool by Grassi&Bianchi
By Enrico Pellizzoni
Located in Milan, IT
This sturdy counter stool features a tubular steel frame completely covered in terra-colored leather and a black, embossed footrest. Black technical fabric covers the metal seat pan....
Leather
$3,245 / set
H 33.5 in W 17 in D 16 in
Pair of French Period Directoire Neoclassical Side Chairs, c. 1795
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare and exceptionally charming pair of period French Directoire side chairs, dating from the late 18th century (circa 1795–1800). These chairs perfectly capture the transitional e...
Velvet, Beech, Paint
Antique Savonarola Armchair, Carved Wood, Italy, Circa 1870
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century folding wood Savonarola chair with carved medallion of twin fish in back slat.
Wood
Vintage Renaissance Revival Savonarola Chair in Carved Walnut
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A striking Renaissance Revival Savonarola style chair crafted in carved walnut with a rich dark finish. The sculptural X-form base and carved back stretcher reference classic Florent...
Walnut
$9,700 / set
H 35.5 in W 18.75 in D 19 in
pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical patinated and Giltwood side chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An attractive and most decorative pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and Giltwood side chairs. This elegant pair are raised by circular tapered front legs endin...
Wood, Giltwood
Pair of Baker Neoclassical Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
A Classic and handsome pair of baker neoclassical style occasional chairs newly upholstered in a creamy white ecru velvet with black grosgrain detailing. These vintage baker ebonized...
Giltwood, Wood
$3,210 / item
+ 5 moreH 34 in W 17 in D 21 in
Wood Frame Counter Stool in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The BassamFellows Wood Frame collection has become one of the brand’s classic signatures. Adding to the collection are upholstered dining chairs and upholstered stools. The Woo...
Leather, Wood
$900 / item
H 37.8 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Aurora Stool by Simonini: Customizable Walnut Wood & Leather Seat
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the award-winning Aurora Collection, also known as Dawn — a transformative milestone in our esteemed design legacy that has earned the pr...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
$1,750 / item
H 32 in W 18 in D 19 in
Exotic Argentine Rosewood Leather Counter Stool from Costantini, Umberto
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Umberto counter stool is one of Costantini’s original seating designs, featuring a modern, low, carved solid wood back with a tight seat, and optional burnished bronze footrest. ...
Wood
$2,976
H 34.26 in W 26.78 in D 19.69 in
Renaissance Revival Savonarola Chair in Carved Walnut Restored and Wax Polished
By Michele Bonciani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Renaissance Savonarola chair in carved walnut restored and wax polished. Attributable : Fratelli Bonciani – Cascina. About: Savonarola chair The term derives from the chair on...
Walnut
$3,891
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 19.69 in
Florentine Savonarola Chair, all hand Carved Walnut Restored and Wax polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Important Original Florentine Renaissance Savonarola chair in carved walnut polished to wax. Armrests ending with two finely hand-carved heads of lion: type of finish produced to in...
Walnut
Continental Oak & Leather X-Frame Armchair, Late 19th Century
Located in Warminster, GB
A continental oak x-frame armchair with leather sling seat, late 19C. Sturdy, well patinated frame. The leather upholstery is firm with some wear as shown. 94.5 x 63 x 60 cm (37.2 ...
Leather, Oak
$1,950
H 35 in W 18.5 in D 18 in
Wood Counter Stool with Grey Leather Seat and Bronze by Costantini, Piero, STOCK
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Piero Stool features an angular solid wood sled frame with white leather seat, a white leather-wrapped wood back and a burnished bronze footrest. IN STOCK Measures: 18.5" W x 18...
Wood, Leather
$750
H 20.5 in W 36.75 in D 1.5 in
Exciting Gino Hollander Style Abstract Oil Painting Mid-Century Modern
By Gino Hollander
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exciting Gino Hollander style abstract oil painting. This painting is not signed but we believe it to be by the artist.
Paint
Les Arcs Bar Stool for Les Arcs
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
1960s / France Size W410 D390 H905 SH757 / W400 D360 H840 SH685 mm Les Arcs Bar Stool designed for Les Arcs - 1960s ski resort in France designed by a collective of architects le...
Steel
Pair of Viggo Boesen Style Danish Lounge Chairs, Circa 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a stylish pair of lounge chairs, crafted in the distinctive and inviting style of the renowned Danish designer Viggo Boesen, dating from the 1950s. These chairs embody the pl...
Wool, Oak
$6,638
H 29.53 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
Rustic Swedish Folk Art Pine Lounge Chair 1930s - Reupholstered Sheepskin
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning rustic armchair, a so-called “Sportstuga” (summer cottage–style) piece, probably made in Sweden in the 1940s. The chair is crafted from veneered plywood with sturdy, well-...
Sheepskin, Pine
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Bookshelf by Herman Miller Refinished
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Bookcase, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. Part of Rohde's modular East Indian Laurel Group. This piece is currently being ref...
Metal
$5,680 / set
H 25.2 in W 32.29 in D 29.14 in
Karin Mobring, A Pair of Armchairs, Model "Natura", Swedish Mid Century, 1970s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of charming Swedish Mid Century Modern lounge chairs in solid pine, upholstered in leather with a fine patina. Designed by Karin Mobring, model "Natura" in the 1970s. Reminisc...
Leather, Pine
$909,970
H 36.82 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
The Chieftain Easy Chair in Leather and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Chieftain easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder in Denmark in the early 1960s, stands as one of the most revered and iconic pieces in...
Leather, Rosewood
$495
H 37 in W 15.75 in D 16.25 in
Single Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker Bar Stool by Rohe Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Perriand style wicker bar stool by Rohe Noordwolde. This stool has chrome legs with a woven wicker seat and angled backrest. In original condition with visible wear consist...
Metal
$3,207
H 39.77 in W 41.34 in D 20.08 in
SUBLIME ANTIQUE STYLE CHINESE CHINOISERIE PAINTED & LACQUERED CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Antique style Chinese hand painted Curved frame Chinoiserie chest of drawers Please note the...
Wood
$3,850
H 42 in W 40 in D 17 in
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Paldao Cabinet Refinished Drop Front Secretary Bookcase
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Cabinet, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. This piece is currently being refinished and will look wonderful when completed. Thi...
Metal
$7,440
H 27.96 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Wonderful Italian Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti and Completely Re-Upholstered
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing lines resting on two legs in front and two castors at the back for easy moving. Belts, foam and velvet completely redone.
Velvet
$2,400
H 7.5 in W 15.5 in D 25.5 in
Large Natural South Pacific Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a very large, 25.5 inch, gorgeous Natural Clam Shell specimen from the South Pacific seas showcasing deeply scalloped edges, exceptional details and a luminous, calcified sur...
Shell
French Bronze Marble Patisserie Pastry Shelf Display Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome early 20th century French Art Nouveau period bistro tabletop Patisserie Pastry Shelf Display Stand, baker's rack, or étagère in patinated bronze, glass and marble. The Par...
Marble, Bronze
Antique Venetian Murano Glass Stemware
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiul set of Venetian stemware comprising 2 sets of 4 goblets, sherry glasses and coupes. Sold as a set of four. Gold inclusions in clear glass with applied pink glass rosettes. ...
Murano Glass
Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage chrome and brass etagere with three glass shelves and large brass acorn finials. Made in Italy by Maison Jansen. Very versatile and rare piece.
Brass, Chrome
$3,490
H 59.25 in W 29.5 in D 4 in
Large Empire Mirror in Cuban Mahogany with Columns and Carved Capitals, c. 1810
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exquisite Empire mirror in Cuban mahogany with carved anthemions as antefix decorating the crown molding and columns with carved acanthus capitals flanking the mirror and frieze, ...
Mirror, Mahogany
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.
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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.
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