Black Stool Japanese
20th Century Japanese Japonisme Stools
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Japanese Modern Stools
Cut Steel
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Plastic
Vintage 1960s Japanese Stools
Brass
2010s American American Craftsman Side Tables
Stone, Marble
2010s American American Craftsman Side Tables
Stone, Marble
2010s American American Craftsman Side Tables
Stone, Marble
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Iron
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rattan, Bamboo
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fiberglass
Antique Early 19th Century English Desks
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture
Other
20th Century Japanese Stools
Iron
Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Stools
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Cedar
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Cedar
Mid-20th Century Japanese Stools
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stools
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Post-Modern Stools
Steel
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Side Tables
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Side Tables
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique 1860s Great Britain (UK) George I Stools
Beech, Linen, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lacquerware items are finished with a sap that comes from the lacquer tree. This finish is prone to degradation, especially if exposed to sun and water, and age will take its toll as well. To clean lacquerware items, wet a lint-free cloth and wring as much water out as you can, then wipe the item. Finish by drying it with a soft lint-free cloth. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese lacquerware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix Japanese black lacquer, take it to a furniture repair shop that has previously worked with the material. Lacquer is very delicate. Attempting to fix a piece on your own could cause further damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Japanese black lacquer.
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