Foldable Stool
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Stools
Fabric, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Leather, Walnut
20th Century Danish Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Animal Skin, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Animal Skin, Oak
2010s Austrian Modern Stools
Linen, Lacquer, Foam, Resin
Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Stools
Cane, Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Pine
Vintage 1940s Danish Modern Stools
Canvas, Beech
Vintage 1940s Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Stools
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1920s Mexican Industrial Stools
Wood
20th Century Swedish Stools
Leather
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
2010s Italian Stools
Polyester, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Stools
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Stools
Bronze, Iron
20th Century American Empire Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Canvas, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Stools
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Stools
Nickel
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools
Pine
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Fabric, Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Palisander
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Stools
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Wenge
Vintage 1960s Swedish Stools
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Brass
2010s English Louis XIV Stools
Giltwood, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Steel
20th Century French Louis XV Stools
Velvet, Wood, Giltwood, Trimming
Vintage 1960s Danish Stools
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Louis XIV Stools
Wood
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Teak, Leather
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
20th Century European Industrial Stools
Iron
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Modern Stools
Leather, Wenge
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood, Maple
2010s Bulgarian Stools
Leather, Walnut
2010s Bulgarian Stools
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Stools
Canvas, Fruitwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Chrome
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Stools
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood, Maple
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
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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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