Long Sculptural Bench
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Benches
Oak, Bentwood
Early 2000s French Modern Benches
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Benches
Oak, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Benches
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Benches
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Benches
Hardwood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1930s Organic Modern Benches
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Benches
Wool, Walnut
2010s Canadian Post-Modern Benches
Marble
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Fiberglass
2010s American Rustic Benches
Steel
2010s Australian Minimalist Benches
Fiberglass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Leather, Wood, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Benches
Wood, Teak
Early 20th Century American Country Benches
Hardwood
2010s Australian Post-Modern Benches
Wood, Sheepskin
2010s Belgian Modern Benches
Steel
2010s French Benches
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Benches
Limestone
2010s American Organic Modern Benches
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Benches
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century American Country Benches
Wood, Paint
2010s Portuguese Modern Benches
Wood, Plywood, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Benches
Walnut, Wood, Plywood
2010s Portuguese Modern Benches
Oak, Wood, Plywood
2010s Benches
Marble, Steel
2010s Benches
Marble, Steel
2010s Organic Modern Benches
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
2010s American Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Benches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Benches
Maple
2010s Benches
Marble
Late 20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Patio and Garden Furniture
Limestone
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Limestone
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
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