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Country Seating

COUNTRY STYLE

Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.

Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.

Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.

The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.

Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.

Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Country
EXQUISITE VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY TWO SEAT SOFA WiTH STAMPED CASTORS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime Viscount David Linley large two seat sofa with Walnut Satinwood inlaid legs that are finished w...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Satinwood, Walnut

Reproduction Swedish Style Country Side and Armchairs
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Reproduction Swedish style country side and armchairs. Paint color and dimensions to customers specification. $747 side chair each. $847 arm chair each.
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2010s American Country Seating

Materials

Wood

Antiqued Wood Dining Side Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
An English country-style antiqued wood dining side chair, the arched serpentine ladder back above an upholstered drop-in seat, on sabre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Seating

Materials

Wood

Refectory Style Teak Bench or Pew The bench is a heavy quality piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Refectory Style Teak Bench or Pew The bench is a heavy quality piece it is made in thick teak, the sides have the back and seat slotted in and held with pegs The bench is in good s...
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1970s Vintage Country Seating

Materials

Teak

Childs Chair, in the Style of a Captain’s Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Childs chair, in the style of a Captain’s chair This is a very unusual child’s chair, the chair has a rounded spindle back with which curves around to form the arms in the style o...
Category

Early 1900s Antique Country Seating

Materials

Beech

SUITE OF SIX HAND CARVED ENGLISH OAK WINSOR STYLE COUNTRY HOUSE DINING CHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six, hand made in England circa 1900 English oak country house dining chairs Please n...
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Early 1900s English Antique Country Seating

Materials

Oak

Vintage Belgian Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
A set of wooden dining chairs made in 20th century Belgium. With swooping seat backs and gracefully bent legs, these chairs exude the grace of simplicity. The high-backed form gives ...
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20th Century Belgian Country Seating

Materials

Wood

Original Danish country style chairs, 50s, set 6 pcs
Located in Tarm, 82
Original Danish country style, 6 pieces chairs, 50s. Original good condition. Original upholstery in natural straw. Birch frame. The armchair has ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Country Seating

Materials

Straw, Birch

Pair of French Walnut Farmhouse High Kitchen Stools
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of French walnut farmhouse high kitchen stools These are an elegant pair they have a square seat and are set on tall turned stretchered l...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Country Seating

Materials

Walnut

Lovely Vintage Italian Carved Walnut Armchair with Birds of Paradise Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely vintage, carved Walnut frame, Italian armchair which has been reupholstered in Birds of Paradise velvety fabric The piece is part of a suite, in total I have a walnut framed carved Italia armchair, an English large carver armchair and a small window sofa...
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20th Century Italian Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

DISCONTINUED 136CM WIDE JOHN LEWIS CAMFORD HERiTAGE BROWN LEATHER TWO SEAT SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, now discounted John Lewis Camford 136.5cm wide sofa in heritage brown leather Please note th...
Category

20th Century Country Seating

Materials

Leather

Lovely Vintage English Carver Walnut Armchair with Birds of Paradise Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage, carved Walnut frame, English carver armchair which has been reupholstered in Birds of Paradise ...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage circa 1940s Dutch Bench Stool with Rope Woven Rush Style Seat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 1940's Dutch Beech wood stool with rope twist rush style seat A very decorative and well made piece, these stools are...
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1940s Danish Vintage Country Seating

Materials

Rush, Beech

Vintage Elephant Carved 20th Century Open Armchair Brown Frame and Back Splat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved with Elephant legs armchair with fabric seat. The armchair is beautifully presented with elephant carved front legs, alo...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Hardwood

LOVELY VINTAGE MEDIUM SIZED FOOTSTOOL WiTH SCOTTISH TARTAN CHECK WOOL UPHOLSTERY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Scottish Tartan wool upholstered footstool Please note the delivery fee listing is just...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

4 American Country Painted Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
4 American Country style antique white washed side chair with a slat design back and seat. (PRICED EACH).  
Category

20th Century American Country Seating

Materials

Slate

Large Spanish Provincial Bench
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Larger than usual 19th century Spanish provincial painted bench in its original red oxide type paint. The back of the bench has fielded panels...
Category

19th Century Spanish Antique Country Seating

Materials

Oak, Pine

James Burleigh Kitchen Dining Table Bench Sizes Colours & Available
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England James Burleigh Bosa oak kitchen table bench which is part of a huge suite I ha...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Salon Chair by Edwards & Roberts
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Highly decorative late 19th century salon chair in the Italian taste.  This fine quality chair is made by the eminent makers Edwards & Roberts of...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Country Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Viscount David Linley Sycamore Wood Pimlico Occasional Side Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original Sycamore wood Viscount David Linley side chairs A very good looking and well made pair of designer side chairs, t...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Sycamore

Pair of Viscount David Linley Satinwood & Walnut Carving Occasional Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Viscount David Linley occasional carved armchairs in satinwood and walnut A very well made and decorative pair of occasio...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century Painted Decorative Open Armchairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 19th Century painted open armchairs.These stunning chairs have had paintwork added to the previous wood, gilt, and paint finish that was too far gone to save.These have now b...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Country Seating

Materials

Linen, Wood

Antique French Original Paint Side Chair in Nicely Distressed Order Throughout
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this antique French Country original paint side chair with a distressed finish Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers w...
Category

Early 20th Century French Country Seating

Materials

Oak

Stunning Burr Yew Wood Vintage Three Legged Stool Very Decorative Timber Grain
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr yew wood vintage three legged stool with exquisite patina top. A wonderful timber grain, the top is made from a solid slab of...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Yew

Lovely Pair of Hardwood Carvers Throne Armchairs on Light Seat Fabric
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this elegant pair of Mahogany throne armchairs with nice carvings. The armchairs are very good looking with a nice coloured seat area and high b...
Category

20th Century English Country Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Country seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Country seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Country seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Mulberry, George Smith, Howard & Sons Ltd, and Laura Ashley. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $33,678 while the average work can sell for $1,897.

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