Woven Foot Stool
Vintage 1960s American Stools
Wood, Wool, Faux Leather
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Stools
Brass
Late 20th Century American Other Footstools
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century Shaker Footstools
Rush, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Footstools
Cane, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Footstools
Ceramic, Tapestry, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Beech
2010s American Arts and Crafts Ottomans and Poufs
Oak, Leather
2010s North American Art Deco Footstools
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Modern Footstools
Leather, Linen
Antique Late 19th Century American American Empire Footstools
Linen, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Stools
Pine
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Pine, Papercord
Vintage 1950s Italian Stools
Rattan, Wood, Rush
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Papercord, Teak
Vintage 1970s Spanish Footstools
Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century British Georgian Footstools
Textile, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Footstools
Rope
Late 20th Century Spanish Side Chairs
Fabric, Wicker
20th Century American British Colonial Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1940s Spanish Footstools
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Footstools
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Footstools
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Footstools
Tapestry, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Footstools
Leather, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century American Country More Folk Art
Wood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Stools
Pine, Leather
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Stools
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Stools
Chenille, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Stools
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Antique 1860s American Victorian Footstools
Wicker
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Rattan
Antique 1810s American American Classical Footstools
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Wicker
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Oak, Rope
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood, Beech, Plywood
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Side Tables
Wicker
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Footstools
Metal
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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.
- What is a foot stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A footstool is called an ottoman, hassock or pouf. The footstool is an umbrella term for furniture pieces used to elevate the foot. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of antique and vintage footstools in different colors, styles and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024How many stools will fit at your 6-foot kitchen island depends on the width of the stools. Most counter-height stools are 16 to 20 inches wide. To determine the number that you can fit, divide 72 by the width measurement of your desired stool. For example, three 20-inch stools would fit along a 6-foot-long kitchen island on one side. Shop a wide variety of stools on 1stDibs.
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