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18th century country settle with fold down table
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very unusual and rare late 18th early 19th century pine settle with fold down table
Category
Antique 18th Century Benches
Materials
Pine
Z-Down folding chair by Erik Magnussen produced by Torben Ørskov, Denmark
By Erik Magnussen, Torben Orskov
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Z-Down folding chair by Erik Magnussen, produced by Torben Ørskov in Denmark in 1968. Dark brown
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 25.6 in W 28.75 in D 20.48 in
Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down Folding Chairs by Torben Orskov, Pair
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Topeka, KS
chromed steel tube folding frames and they wear a fantastic natural canvas fabric on the seats and backs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 29 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in
2.4 Liter Leaf Green Porsche 912 Sunroof Hotrod, 1968
By Ferdinand A. Porsche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the back with fold down seats. Gorgeous daily driver. Includes custom California black plates. Sale
Category
Vintage 1960s German Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
MCM Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian G-Plan Style Walnut Fold Down Dining Table and 6 Dining Chairs in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32 in W 19 in D 17 in
Pair Of Folding Seat Armchairs, Fritz Hansen, Chromed Metal, circa 1970
By Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
armchairs is undoubtedly from a theatre, cinema or opera. Indeed the seat folds down and reveals a seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 20.08 in
1967 Aga Blue 5-Speed Porsche 912
By Ferdinand A. Porsche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
bumper in need of respray. Storage deck in the back with fold down seats. Gorgeous daily driver. Includes
Category
Vintage 1960s German Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
British Campaign Mahogany “Knock-Down" Antique Armchair Johnstone & Jeanes
By Johnstone, Jeanes & Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A RARE VICTORIAN CAMPAIGN MAHOGANY AND LEATHER METAMORPHIC ARMCHAIR
England, circa 1840-60; seat
Category
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38.63 in W 22.5 in D 19.63 in
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' Easy Chair for Verzelloni Italy
By García Cumini, Verzelloni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' easy chair for Verzelloni Italy. New, current production. From the 'Fold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' Sectional Sofa for Verzelloni Italy
By García Cumini, Verzelloni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' sectional sofa for Verzelloni Italy. New, current production.
From the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Giant 19th c. Seated Sri Lankan Buddha
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful weather aged Sri Lankan seated buddha in meditation. The sitting buddha is the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Other Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Vintage Wood And Velvet Relax Folding Armchair Armrests, 70’s
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
folded, seated, semi-reclining and lying down.
The armchair has an exotic wood structure and the
Category
Vintage 1970s French Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 4-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet , 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 33 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 25 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seats fold upwards. The weight of the bench is 18 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
has blanket storage underneath and folds down into a very useful daybed
Measures: Sofa - Seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Late 19th Century Wooden Foldup Train Station Bench Seat
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous mechanical Foldup long train station bench. Backrest folds down for transport and or
Category
Antique 1890s American Industrial Benches
Materials
Iron
Les Femmes Large Foldable Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Les Femmes is an innovative modular couch with a high backrest and a comfortable seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 58.67 in D 37.41 in
Les Femmes Small Foldable Armchair in Byblos White Upholstery by Giuseppe Viganò
By Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Les Femmes is an innovative modular couch with a high backrest and a comfortable seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.41 in W 50.79 in D 37.41 in
Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" 3-seater re-upholstered sofa For Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
If it's classic Italian style you're after, look no further!
Maralunga 3-seat Sofa, designed 1973
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
Anglo-Indian Style Bone Inlaid Armchair with Folding Back and Loop Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
– the back of the chair folds down. Neutral toned upholstery adds a soft twist to this classic piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Materials
Bone, Upholstery, Wood
H 31.5 in W 22.25 in D 23.5 in
Antique Chinese circa 1900-1920 Export Folding Occasional Chair Nice Carvings
Located in GB
Chinese red lacquered fret work carved folding chair with woven seat
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Elm
H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 21.26 in
Vintage Chrome and Leather Folding “Ny” Tubular Steel Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and clever design, the "Ny" chair features a collapsible form that completely folds down and can be
Category
20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 33.5 in W 24 in D 29.5 in
19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk's Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
19th century convertible monk's chair is cleverly engineered to provide two uses. Seat back down
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 31.5 in W 20.66 in D 12.79 in
19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk's Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
19th century convertible monk's chair is cleverly engineered to provide two uses. Seat back down
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 31.5 in W 20.66 in D 12.79 in
Original Modern Two-Seat Leather Designer Couch Sofa by Erpo
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 40.7" / W 58.5" / Seat depth: 20.8" Seat height: 18.3" Back height: 27.8"
Modern Two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Settees
Materials
Metal
Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Mandalay Buddha with gilt and lacquer finish
Located in 10 Chater Road, HK
A fine early gilt lacquered bronze Buddha seated in the padmasana (lotus) position with
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Burmese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
DeSede DS-747/40 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 100.01 in D 61.03 in
DeSede Ds-747/04 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 105.91 in D 44.89 in
G Plan Three Seater Sofa Bed Group 3 Richard Young Merrow Associates Mid Century
By G Plan Furniture, Richard Young
Located in Cambridge, GB
practical three seater sofa which folds down to become a double bed.
This sofa is part of the ‘Group 3
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bouclé, Cane, Rattan, Teak
H 31.5 in W 81.11 in D 31.5 in
DeSede DS-747/02 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 82.29 in D 44.89 in
DeSede DS-747/02 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 82.29 in D 44.89 in
DeSede Ds-747/04 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 105.91 in D 44.89 in
De Sede DS-748 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 81.89 in D 37.41 in
DeSede DS-747/40 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 100.01 in D 61.03 in
De Sede DS-748 Small Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Large Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 89.77 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Small Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 81.89 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Large Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 89.77 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Large Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 89.77 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Small Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 81.89 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Medium Two-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 81.89 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Small Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-748 Large Two-Seat Sofa in Paris Upholstery by Claudio Bellini
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
– vacation within your own four walls.
The sumptuous seat and back cushions give DS-748 a special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.93 in W 89.77 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-747/30 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 92.13 in D 61.03 in
De Sede DS-747/23 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 90.16 in D 44.89 in
De Sede DS-747/20 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 84.26 in D 61.03 in
De Sede DS-747/20 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 84.26 in D 61.03 in
De Sede DS-747/30 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 92.13 in D 61.03 in
De Sede DS-747/23 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 90.16 in D 44.89 in
De Sede DS-747/03 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 98.04 in D 44.89 in
De Sede DS-747/03 Multifunctional Sofa in Black Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 98.04 in D 44.89 in
Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
, partly plywood). The seat fold upwards. The weight of the chair is 10 kg.
Additional dimensions:
- Depth
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Mid century Drop Leaf Extension Maria 2-12 Dining Table Teak by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern Maria folding extension dining table designed by Bruno Mathsson. Table is Teak
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 110 in D 36 in
Vintage Collapsing Dining Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern dining set with two leaves that drop down. Four folding chairs stow away inside
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Teak
Antique quality carved oak monks bench
Located in Ipswich, GB
with a moulded edge, supported by a pair of carved lions above a lining fold carved panelled seat with
Category
Early 20th Century Furniture
Materials
Oak
Jacques Adnet Armchair, 1950s, France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning foldable chair by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame with chocolate brown Skai seat
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Brass, Metal
Mid 19th century carved walnut armchair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
fold to the front rail. Supported by scrolled legs to the rear.
Recently re-upholstered and covered
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal fold down seat for your home. Each fold down seat for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. If you’re shopping for a fold down seat, we have 79 options in-stock, while there are 108 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer fold down seat, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each fold down seat bearing mid-century modern, modern or industrial hallmarks is very popular. Pieter Compernol, Stephanie Grusenmeyer & Jerôme Barrier, De Sede and Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer each produced at least one beautiful fold down seat that is worth considering.
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Prices for a fold down seat start at $241 and top out at $52,545 with the average selling for $6,350.
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- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- What is the best folding ladder?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021You can choose any folding ladder according to your taste. Always look out for folding ladders that are long-lasting and have wide steps. Inspect the quality of the hinges, whether or not there are anti-skid platforms, and be sure that the height will be good for your particular project or needs. Find antique and vintage folding ladders on 1stDibs today.
- What is the best folding table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
- How does a folding door work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.
- Who invented the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is Tandem seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tandem seating is a style of seating featuring a series of chairs attached to each other, side by side. It is a common form of seating for use in public spaces, such as waiting rooms or lobbies. Shop an array of tandem seating from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a camel seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A camel seat is a stool that features a camel saddle as the base. It is usually topped by a comfortably upholstered seat. This piece of furniture can also be used as an ottoman. On 1stDibs, find an array of camel seats from top sellers worldwide.
- What is banquette seating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Banquettes are a bench-like seat that can be either freestanding or built into a wall. They're similar to a booth in a restaurant in that they can seat multiple people.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- What is a seating banquette?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A banquette is a bench that accompanies a table to provide more seating for guests. They usually come upholstered and are different from a booth, which you typically sit in, not on. You can shop a collection of banquette seating from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cantilever seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- What is a backless seat called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A backless seat is also called a stool. It is one of the earliest types of seating. It resembles a chair in many ways. It comprises a single seat with no back or armrests for one person. There are one, two, three, or four legs on the base of a stool. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless seats on 1stDibs today.
- What is a window seat called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A window seat is called a window bench, window nook or alcove. It is a mini sofa without a backrest for filling the gap of a window. Window benches are a great way to utilize extra or unused space for seating.
- 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.
- What are church seats called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Church seats are often called pews. The word comes from the Middle English “pewe,” derived from the Old French word “puie,” meaning balcony. You may also hear people refer to pews as benches, stalls or even simply seats. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of church pews from some of the world's top dealers.
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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