Gothic Wood Bench
Antique Early 1900s German Rustic Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Chestnut
20th Century American Gothic Revival Benches
Wood, Mirror
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Early 20th Century American Gothic Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Benches
Wood, Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gothic Revival Benches
Wood, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Benches
Wood
Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Benches
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Benches
Walnut, Fabric
Antique 1860s Italian High Victorian Benches
Oak
Antique 1880s French Gothic Revival Ladders
Fabric, Wood
Antique 17th Century European Gothic Chairs
Wood
Antique 17th Century European Gothic Blanket Chests
Wood
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chairs
Wood, Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Baroque Armchairs
Iron
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Granite, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Bronze
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Brutalist Decorative Art
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Gothic Revival Benches
Wrought Iron
20th Century French Floor Lamps
Crystal
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Benches
Maple
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Textiles
Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Dining Room Tables
Marble, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Benches
Walnut
Antique 1880s French Gothic Revival Cupboards
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century British Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Benches
Oak
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood
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Antique 16th Century European Gothic Benches
Iron
Antique 1880s French Gothic Revival Benches
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Gothic Revival Benches
Brass
Antique 1840s French Gothic Armchairs
Oak
Late 20th Century North American Gothic Benches
Wood
Late 20th Century North American Gothic Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century English Gothic Benches
Oak, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Other Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Renaissance Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Benches
Oak
Antique 19th Century Welsh Gothic Benches
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Benches
Oak, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Gothic Benches
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Benches
Walnut, Silk
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Benches
Walnut, Tapestry, Velvet
Antique 17th Century English Gothic Benches
Antique 19th Century English Benches
British Gothic Revival End Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Conference Tables
Antique Early 18th Century French Gothic Blanket Chests
Chestnut
Early 20th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Chairs
Metal
Antique 1890s Italian Renaissance Coat Racks and Stands
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs
Fabric, Bone, Birch, Ebony
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Wood
Antique 17th Century French Benches
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Gothic Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Benches
Pine
Antique 1850s Benches
Antique 19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Benches
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Gothic Benches
Oak
Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Benches
Fabric, Oak
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Benches
Iron
Antique 16th Century French Gothic Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Gothic Benches
Wood
Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Benches
Walnut
Antique 1780s English Georgian Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Benches
Maple
Late 20th Century American Benches
Wood, Wool
Early 20th Century English Benches
Wood, Leather, Upholstery
20th Century Indian Benches
Teak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Gothic Benches
Oak
Antique 1870s English Gothic Revival Benches
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century European Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Gothic Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Antique 19th Century European Gothic Benches
Leather, Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century German Gothic Benches
Wood
Vintage 1910s American Gothic Benches
Oak, Wood
Antique 1880s Mounted Objects
Antler
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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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021Many types of wood can be used for an outside bench — it is really a matter of preference. Generally, hardwood is considered the best option since these varieties are durable, rot-resistant and have the best chance at a long life outdoors.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best wood for a garden bench is one that is durable and naturally weather-resistant. The need for outdoor chairs, tables and benches to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. For a touch of glamour in your garden, antique and vintage pieces from France or Italy, which have already proven they can stand the test of time, can introduce an elegant sensibility to your outdoor space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage garden benches.
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