Bar Height Seat
2010s Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Rope, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Rope, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Laminate, Oak
Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1940s English Arts and Crafts Dry Bars
Leather, Oak
20th Century British Dry Bars
Granite
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
20th Century English Art Deco Dry Bars
Marble
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Formica, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Iron
2010s American Industrial Dining Room Sets
Steel, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables
Steel, Iron
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rush, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Stools
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Sets
Steel
Early 20th Century Danish Stools
Leather, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1920s European Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cut Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Oak
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 American Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s American Modern Stools
Wood, Mahogany
2010s French Industrial Stools
Steel
2010s American Modern Stools
Brass
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Stools
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Metal, Aluminum, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Stools
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Stools
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Stools
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Spanish Louis XVI Stools
Ash
20th Century Modern Stools
Leather, Acrylic
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Sets
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Iron
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Bar Height Seat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Bar Height Seat?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The standard seat height depends on the type of seating in question. For seating at dining tables, the average seat height is 17 to 23 inches, while the typical seat height for desk chairs ranges from 16 to 21 inches. Seat heights for sofas and loveseats are usually around 17 to 18 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of seating from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The height of a bar stool is typically around 28 to 38 inches tall. This is because bar tops are usually around 40 to 42 inches high, so bar stools need to be under this height in order to provide ample leg room.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A standard bar stool will sit around 29 to 32 inches high, and extra-tall bar stools will sit around 33 to 36 inches high. To ensure the best fit for your space, measure the height of the bar or table you want to accent. Shop a wide selection of bar stools on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023A good seat height for an accent chair is around 16 inches. However, you should also consider the height of the other seating furniture, like a sofa or a loveseat, in your space. Generally, an accent chair's seat should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent furniture to maintain a balanced look and allow for easy conversation in seating areas. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
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