Low Lounge Stools
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Upholstery, Wood, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century Stools
Leather, Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Rope
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stools
Brass, Copper, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Fabric, Reclaimed Wood, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Rope
Vintage 1950s French Lounge Chairs
Beech, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s American Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Plastic
2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Chairs
Plywood
20th Century Books
Paper
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Chairs
Steel
2010s Lebanese Modern Chairs
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Wood, Ash
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Lounge Chairs
Linen, Down, Feathers, Leather
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century French Lounge Chairs
2010s Thai Minimalist Sofa Tables
Brass, Bronze
2010s Thai Minimalist Tables
Brass, Bronze
2010s Thai Minimalist Side Tables
Brass
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Bronze, Brass
2010s Thai Minimalist Side Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Plastic
Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Stools
Velvet, Maple
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Foam, Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Maple, Teak
Vintage 1960s German Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Elm
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Papercord, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze
Vintage 1980s British Country Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1980s British Country Sofas
Textile
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
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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 low stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A low stool is called a footstool and is used for supporting the feet. It consists of a single seat, for one person, without a back rest or armrests. Antique and vintage ottomans and poufs add comfort and style to any living room, game room, home office or minimalist lounge space. An ottoman is a short seat or footstool that is also often used to store items. A pouf is similar, but it’s typically more petite than an ottoman, usually without the storage space inside. Shop a range of antique and vintage footstools on 1stDibs.
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