Leather Topped Bench
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather
20th Century Georgian Benches
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Benches
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Benches
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
2010s Brazilian Modern Benches
Teak, Leather
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Benches
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wood, Leather
Early 20th Century Czech Rustic Benches
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Benches
Silver, Silver Leaf
Antique 19th Century Unknown Benches
Leather, Wood
2010s American Benches
Leather, Acrylic
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Benches
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Benches
Leather, Wood
2010s French Post-Modern Benches
Oak, Leather
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
2010s English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Elm, Burl
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Living Room Sets
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo
2010s French Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Leather, Oak
2010s French Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century British Benches
Antler
Late 20th Century English Benches
Antler
Late 20th Century English Benches
Leather
2010s Mexican Other Benches
Walnut, Leather
Late 20th Century English Benches
Antler, Leather
Early 20th Century American Benches
2010s Italian Art Deco Benches
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Benches
Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Benches
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Leather
2010s American Stools
Iron
Late 20th Century American Benches
Late 20th Century American Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Benches
Bronze, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Benches
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Benches
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Benches
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Benches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s Italian Benches
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Benches
Lucite
Early 20th Century Spanish Benches
Walnut, Leather
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Chinoiserie Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century French Industrial Benches
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Antique 1880s French Benches
Leather, Walnut
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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.
- Is top grain leather good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, top grain leather is good and considered the second-highest-quality leather on the market. Top grain leather, or leather with a buffed top layer, is commonly used to make handbags and appropriate for luxury goods.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can I paint a leather desk top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
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