Fabric Dining Bench
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Sets
Wood, Fabric
2010s German Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Stainless Steel, Other
2010s German Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Other, Stainless Steel
Early 2000s European Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Metal
1990s French Modern Stools
Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Animal Skin, Lucite
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Stools
Fabric, Wood
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Stools
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Stools
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Modern Console Tables
Glass, Fabric, Reed
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Stools
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Stools
Fabric, Burl
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Beech, Bouclé
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal, Chrome
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Beech, Wool
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Stools
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Stools
Fabric, Wood
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
2010s Portuguese Stools
Oak, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Stools
Fabric, Wood
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Bouclé
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Wood
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Bouclé
Late 20th Century American Revival Stools
Iron, Bronze
20th Century American Country Stools
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Louis XIII Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Metal
2010s American Modern Stools
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Stools
Metal
Late 20th Century American Modern Stools
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Benches
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Dining Room Sets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Empire Stools
Wood, Fabric
Antique 1790s British George III Stools
Fabric, Wood
2010s French Modern Stools
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Napoleon III Stools
Fabric, Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Stools
Wood, Fabric
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Stools
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Stools
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Neoclassical Stools
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
2010s European Stools
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
Late 20th Century Stools
Fabric, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Stools
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1930s British Queen Anne Stools
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric
Antique 1830s British Regency Stools
Mahogany, Fabric
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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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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