Seat Stool Bench
20th Century French Country Stools
Rush, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century English Benches
Fruitwood
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Benches
Pine
Antique 19th Century Victorian Stools
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Stools
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Benches
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Pakistani Anglo-Indian Stools
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Lucite
Vintage 1940s Czech Stools
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Benches
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Cane, Oak
Late 20th Century Stools
Cotton, Wicker, Foam
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Stools
Naugahyde, Lucite
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools
Iron
Late 20th Century Rustic Benches
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s Danish Country Stools
Beech, Rush
21st Century and Contemporary Benches
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Stools
Bamboo, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Stools
Wrought Iron
20th Century French Empire Stools
Muslin, Giltwood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Georgian Post-Modern Benches
Oak
2010s Georgian Post-Modern Benches
Oak
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Stools
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Spanish Benches
Rope, Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Benches
Rope, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Late 20th Century Campaign Benches
Chrome
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Stools
Wood
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Benches
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Chestnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s North American Islamic Benches
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
Bouclé, Walnut
20th Century French Benches
Velvet, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Benches
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Antique 1860s British High Victorian Stools
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Benches
Wool, Teak
20th Century American Adirondack Stools
Leather, Wood
20th Century Stools
Wood
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Teak, Papercord
Antique 1830s William IV Stools
Rosewood
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches
Ash
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Benches
Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Benches
Stainless Steel
Early 2000s Danish Modern Stools
Wood
2010s Danish Benches
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Nickel
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Benches
Hardwood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches
Papercord, Wood, Oak
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Seat Stool Bench 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.
- What is a bench seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Benches can be used in nearly every space, from the foyer to the bedroom to the living room. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host several guests with limited space. On 1stDibs, find benches and other seating today.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bench seats are typically around 18 inches deep.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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