Seat Height 19 In
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Moorish Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Sheepskin, Wood
Antique 19th Century Empire Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Benches
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Side Chairs
Metal
20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Faux Bamboo
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Naugahyde
Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Naugahyde
Vintage 1970s Italian International Style Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Lucite
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Dining Room Sets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Stools
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century British Campaign Desks
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Bouclé, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks
Mahogany
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather, Teak
Antique 1890s English Jacobean Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Settees
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut, Seagrass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Sofas
Wood
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Antique 1860s French Louis XV Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
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Seat Height 19 In For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 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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