White Painted Bench
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Benches
Linen, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Benches
Linen, Wood
Early 20th Century English Benches
Wood, Paint
Antique 1890s English Regency Benches
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Benches
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Benches
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Benches
Wood
Late 20th Century French Benches
Iron
Early 20th Century Danish Louis XVI Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Benches
Wood
20th Century French Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Jute, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Benches
Cane, Walnut
2010s Indonesian Other Benches
Fruitwood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron
Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Benches
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Benches
Cane, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century American Country Benches
Rush, Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Minimalist Benches
Birch, Plywood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Brutalist Benches
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Benches
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Regency Benches
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s North American Louis XV Benches
Walnut
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Benches
Mohair, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Benches
Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Benches
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Country Benches
Poplar, Pine
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Benches
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Benches
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Benches
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Benches
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 18th Century Gustavian Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Primitive Loveseats
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron, Wire
Antique 19th Century French Industrial Children's Furniture
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Cotton, Pine, Linen, Damask
2010s German Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Other
2010s German Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Other, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Loveseats
Linen, Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Daybeds
Gold Leaf
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Benches
Iron
20th Century American Benches
Late 20th Century American Other Benches
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Victorian Benches
Wicker
2010s Italian Art Deco Benches
Marble
2010s Italian Art Deco Benches
Marble
Early 20th Century American Victorian Benches
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Revival Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
Early 20th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture
Teak
Antique 1790s Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Wood
Antique 1820s Italian Louis Philippe Benches
Upholstery, Wood
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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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many shades and brands of white paints available for furniture is a matter of preference. Since white has many nuances and undertones, it could be challenging to choose the right one for your furniture. However, factors to be considered while choosing the right paint are other furniture and patterns in the room, price range and the feel you want the room to have.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To Rauschenberg, the White Paintings meant the passage of time and symbolized divinity. By painting with a bright white color, he sought to capture the passing of shadows as the sun moved through a space and, in this way, track the hours. He once said, "They are a natural response to the current pressures of the faithless and a promoter of intuitional optimism," linking the color white with the concept of the purity of God. After completing his White Paintings, the American artist continued to experiment with monochrome compositions and even went so far as to try and erase some of his previous works to create a monochrome effect. Find a collection of Robert Rauschenberg art on 1stDibs.
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