Seat Height 17
Early 20th Century American Chairs
Iron
Antique Early 1900s European Vienna Secession Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Benches
Beech
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
Antique Early 18th Century British Windsor Chairs
Elm, Yew
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Early 18th Century British Windsor Chairs
Elm, Yew
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Loveseats
Alpaca, Wood
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Sofas
Cotton, Pine
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Antique Early 18th Century British Windsor Chairs
Elm, Yew
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Mohair, Burl
Vintage 1970s Swedish Stools
Pine
Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Stools
Pine
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Stools
Pine
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron, Steel
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Stools
Copper
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Elm
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Pine
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Italian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Cane, Oak
Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Stools
Pine
Antique Early 1800s French Directoire Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
20th Century American Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Birch
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Finnish Side Chairs
Bentwood
20th Century Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Velvet, Plywood
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Windsor Chairs
Elm
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet
20th Century English Benches
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede
Vintage 1940s Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Oak
Antique 18th Century English Hepplewhite Armchairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Cotton, Rosewood
20th Century Benches
Iron
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Seat Height 17 For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Seat Height 17?
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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The standard seat height depends on the type of seating in question. For seating at dining tables, the average seat height is 17 to 23 inches, while the typical seat height for desk chairs ranges from 16 to 21 inches. Seat heights for sofas and loveseats are usually around 17 to 18 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of seating from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat should be between 18 and 20 inches in height (46-51 cm). Though this is an average range, the height depends on its use. Bench height is also defined based on the distance from the seat to the ground. Find antique and vintage benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A good seat height for an accent chair is around 16 inches. However, you should also consider the height of the other seating furniture, like a sofa or a loveseat, in your space. Generally, an accent chair's seat should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent furniture to maintain a balanced look and allow for easy conversation in seating areas. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
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