Stitch Stool
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Leather
2010s American Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Stools
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s European Stools
Animal Skin
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Steel, Chrome
2010s American Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1950s European Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Stools
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Modern Stools
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
20th Century British Queen Anne Stools
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1950s European Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Fireplaces and Mantels
Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Benches
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Fireplaces and Mantels
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Foam, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Foam, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Ottomans and Poufs
Linen, Foam, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Swivel Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Ottomans and Poufs
Faux Leather
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Footstools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Mohair
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Ceramic
2010s American Stools
Ceramic
2010s American Other Stools
Wood, Wool
2010s American Other Stools
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo Raj Stools
Leather
2010s American Art Deco Stools
Brass
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather
20th Century European Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools
Brass, Nickel
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Steel
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Leather
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Vintage 1930s French Stools
Leather
20th Century American Stools
Leather
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Antique 1890s British Baroque Revival Stools
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Stools
21st Century and Contemporary American Stools
Steel
- 1
Stitch Stool For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Stitch Stool?
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.
Read More
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.