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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech
Vintage 1970s Italian Adirondack Stools
Metal, Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Stools
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Stools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s Swedish Stools
Pine
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Stools
Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Baroque Stools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Stools
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Stools
Metal
20th Century Side Tables
Elm
Early 20th Century Side Tables
Elm
2010s Benches
Chrome
Vintage 1980s English Footstools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Stools
Walnut
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cowhide, Oak
20th Century French Stools
Iron
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Felt, Maple
Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Stools
Rope, Wood
Antique 1890s French Renaissance Revival Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Stools
Metal, Nickel
Vintage 1970s Italian Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Elm
Mid-20th Century Stools
Pine
Antique 19th Century British Stools
Vintage 1930s Chinese Stools
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Stools
Plastic
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Baroque Stools
Walnut, Gesso
21st Century and Contemporary Stools
Ceramic
Antique Early 1900s North American Stools
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Stools
Wood
20th Century Chinese Regency Revival Stools
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s Danish Stools
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Stools
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Unknown Stools
Chrome, Steel
20th Century American Stools
Walnut, Leather
Antique 19th Century French Stools
Brass
20th Century American Footstools
Bronze
20th Century French Armchairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Fabric
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Beech, Oak
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Beech, Oak
Antique 1880s European Footstools
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Footstools
Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Rattan, Acrylic
20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Footstools
Burlap, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency End Tables
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Danish Folk Art Stools
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Lucite
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Stools
Elm
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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 small stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024A small stool is often called a footstool. The name comes from the fact that these low stools can be used as a footrest and also provide seating. More decorative small stools may be referred to as accent stools because they serve as stylish accent pieces in rooms. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of stools.
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