$2,100 / item
H 17 in Dm 20.5 in
Hollywood Regency Round Tiger Print Velvet Upholstered Ottoman or Foot Stool
By Scalamandre
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
form, each stool is created by hand by our in house craftsman, and covered in a thick velvet tiger
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$1,895
H 7.5 in W 14.75 in D 10 in
19th c. American Classical Foot Stool in Highly Figured Tiger Maple Circa 1830
Located in Litchfield, CT
Antique 19th century American Classical foot stool in highly figured tiger maple, circa 1830
Wood
Hollywood Regency Round Tiger Print Velvet Upholstered Ottoman or Foot Stool
By Scalamandre
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
form, each stool is created by hand by our in house craftsman, and covered in a thick velvet tiger
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$35,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it...
Plastic, Velvet
"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...
Oak
Modern Burl Wood Console Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium mappa burl wood veneer, this table features clean, geometric lines that highlight the natural golden tones and intricate grain patterns of the wood. The brass-ca...
Brass
Helix Floor Lamp, Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Helix floor lamp Black copper Hand repoussé Linen shade Limited edition Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique or...
Copper
$2,400 / item
H 23.63 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, DEDAR Pearl Boucle, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Contemporary
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its c...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Rectangle Bubble Vase in Beige Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...
Marble
Natural White Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouffe
By Emily Barbara
Located in Dural, AU
What could be more luxurious than relaxing with this real fur ottoman! Whether styling a living room for seating or foot comfort or adding glam to a bedroom, this Mongolian fur pouf ...
Sheepskin
$5,300
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
$3,840 / set
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Mid Century Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
By Henryk Lis
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchairs designed by Henryk Lis. Original 1960s produced in Europe, Poland. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is cove...
Textile, Beech
$4,100 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 39.38 in
Modern Organic Cream Velvet Ottoman with Ostrich Feather Trim by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The modern organic Ostrich Fluff ottoman combines rich tactile materials with sculptural form, designed as the perfect companion to Egg Designs’ Ostrich Fluff lounge chair or as a st...
Velvet, Feathers
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Portofino Pink Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in pink velvet that adds depth and style to any setting. The tailored silhouette features v...
Velvet, Walnut
'COME ON IN' Neon Sign , 1990s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom neon sign with aluminum channel cut letters. COME ON IN, lights up with green neon gas. Just under 6 feet long. Welcoming sign and fun piece of art. Glass in great condition....
Aluminum
Contemporary "Flowers" Armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Unusual pair of "Flowers" armchairs upholstered with an off-white fabric. Contemporary. Origin: France.
Fabric, Wood
$23,405
H 27.56 in Dm 118.12 in
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
19t Century German Painted Two Door Armoire / Shrunk
Located in Sarasota, FL
Handpainted German cabinet from the 1800s. Deep blues and reds are the main colors. Great vintage condition. Overall wear from age, few repairs have been made overtime but in great...
Wood
The Forsyth Waterfall Bench in Zebra, Made To Order
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth Originals Collection. The Forsyth Waterfall Bench is designed and handcrafted in Saint Louis. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and pa...
Zebra Hide
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.
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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.
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