Flat Stool
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Brass, Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Stools
Cane, Fruitwood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wicker
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Stools
Chrome
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Oak, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s American Modern Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Iron
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
Early 20th Century American Campaign Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
2010s Swedish Stools
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Rope, Beech
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Stools
Maple
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Stools
Cork
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Plywood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
20th Century Indonesian Stools
20th Century Indonesian Stools
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Chrome, Steel
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
Vintage 1980s English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Naugahyde, Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Faux Leather, Teak
20th Century English Minimalist Stools
Beech
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Candle Holders
Antique Mid-19th Century Early Victorian Luggage Racks
Faux Bamboo
20th Century Chinese Furniture
Vintage 1970s American Benches
20th Century Indonesian Side Tables
20th Century Indonesian Side Tables
20th Century Indonesian Furniture
2010s Organic Modern Side Tables
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Stools
Elm
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century French Stools
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Chrome
20th Century Brazilian Bauhaus Stools
Wood
20th Century Stools
Plywood
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Straw, Oak
Mid-20th Century English 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.
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