Bar Counter Chairs
2010s Chinese Minimalist Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Ash
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Chrome
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
2010s Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Steel
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Early 2000s American Art Deco Swivel Chairs
Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
1990s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Wood
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Steel
2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs
Natural Fiber, Hardwood
2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs
Natural Fiber, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs
Wool, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood, Ash, Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
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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.
- What is a bar counter?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bar counter is an elevated countertop used to serve and rest beverages in restaurants, pubs or bars. Bar counters are also popularly found in modern homes, installed in the kitchen or dining room area for entertaining. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage barware, bar carts and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Since counters are generally 34 to 39 inches high, counter stools should be 24 to 27 inches tall; bars are 40 to 46 inches from the ground, so bar stools typically stand 30 to 36 inches tall.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Counter height bar stools are stools that typically have a seat around 24 inches to 27 inches high and are designed to provide seating along a bar or at counter height tables. On 1stDibs, find an array of counter height bar stools from top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, bar stools are taller than counter stools. The average height of counter stools is 24 inches, and they are best suited for counter height tables and kitchen islands. Barstools are typically an additional five to six inches taller to fit the height of traditional bar counters. Shop a wide selection of bar stools and counter-height stools on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The difference between bar stools and counter stools comes down to height. Bar stools are usually between 28 and 32 inches tall to provide comfortable seating at bars and bar-height tables. To pair with kitchen counters and counter-height tables, counter stools are normally 24 to 27 inches tall. Find a large collection of dining stools on 1stDibs.
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