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German Leather Benches

Space Age Waiting Bench by Drabert
By Drabert
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic waiting bench from the 1970s. High-quality steel and stainless steel frame with two plastic
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Vintage 1970s German Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Space Age Waiting Bench by Drabert
Space Age Waiting Bench by Drabert
H 30.32 in W 59.45 in D 22.84 in
German Sheep Stool by Hans Peter Krafft for Meier 1970s
By Hans Peter Krafft
Located in Lisboa, PT
A rare and highly collectible life-sized German Sheep Stool, designed by Hans Peter Krafft and
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Vintage 1970s German Folk Art Benches

Materials

Leather, Wool, Birch

Vintage Leather Three-Seater Sofa with Coffee Table Set
Located in Oirlo, LI
Transform your living space with this stunning vintage leather three-seater sofa and coffee table
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Leather Upholstered Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Window Bench Circa 1900
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
. There will be times when additional patience will be necessary. This is a nice leather upholstered
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Antique Early 1900s German Dutch Colonial Settees

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Walnut

Silver Wrought Iron with Satin Cushion Seat, Stool or Bench Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 1960s heavy wrought iron stool bench. Nice addition to your room, entry hall or vanity room
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Recent Sales

Bench "Together" by German Manufacturer Walter Knoll in 100% Genuine Leather
By Walter Knoll
Located in Cologne, DE
bench, that is made of 100% genuine, asphalt-coloured leather, adapts excellently into any dining room
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Contemporary oak wood curved round green leather bench
Located in Madrid, ES
Offering this elegant yet very modern bench "BENCH R 02, 2023" by Germany based designer Joscha
Category

2010s German Minimalist Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid Century Iconic Bench by Friso Kramer Model 1300 Wilkhahn, 1967, Germany
By Friso Kramer, Wilkhahn
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Re-upholstered four-seat bench by Dutch Industrial designer Friso Kramer for Wilkhahn Germany in
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Leather Pommel Gym Bench High Board Bar Counter, 1950s-1960s
Located in Auerbach, Saxony
Vintage Industrial pommel gym vault bench or box. Leather top, five jointed boxes with inset
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Two-Seat Faux Black Leather Sofa by Friso Kramer Model 1300 Wilkhahn, 1967
By Friso Kramer, Wilkhahn
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Re-upholstered two-seat sofa by Dutch Industrial designer Friso Kramer for Wilkhahn Germany in 1967
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Model 322, Design Anita Schmidt, Rolf Benz
By MG-Art, Rolf Benz
Located in Sittard, NL
parts. The new lines of the fabric/leather gives an exciting design for unparalleled relaxation.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Revival Benches

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Model 322, Design Anita Schmidt, Rolf Benz
H 28.75 in W 74.41 in D 35.83 in
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse from the 1930s. Very good condition, nice patina.
Category

20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
H 19.69 in W 75.99 in D 14.57 in
Bench & Table "Basis" by Klaus Franck & Werner Sauer for Wilkhahn
By Wilkhahn
Located in Handewitt, DE
Bench from the Basis series designed by Klaus Franck and Werner Sauer for Wilkhahn Germany. Seats
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Chrome, Steel

German Wood and Leather Vaulting Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
A German wood vaulting bench with a wonderfully worn leather top and slightly tapered square legs
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Early 20th Century German Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

German Vaulting Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
Wooden German vaulting bench with leather wrapped top and legs and wonderful patina, circa 1930.
Category

Early 20th Century German Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

German Vaulting Bench
German Vaulting Bench
H 17 in W 24 in D 15.5 in
German Werke Leather Pine Low Pommel Bench
By Turnmeyer-Werke
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage Industrial Pommel Vault Bench. Leather Top, Birch Finger Jointed Box, with Inset Handles
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

German Werke Leather Pine Low Pommel Bench
German Werke Leather Pine Low Pommel Bench
H 15.25 in W 27.25 in D 19.25 in
Vintage Industrial Leather Werke Bench Birch Cast Iron
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Gustav's Industrial Low Leather Werk Bench Assemblage by Dino Paxenos. Leather and Birch Finger
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21st Century and Contemporary German Industrial Benches

Philipp Plein Brown leather coco Benche, stool , signed
By Philipp Plein
Located in Valladolid, ES
Philipp Plein (Munich, February 16, 1978) is a German fashion designer. Gorgeous bench or footrest
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Early 2000s German Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wonderful Kill Int. Daybed in Natural Brown Leather
By Horst Bruning, Alfred Kill International
Located in Munich, DE
provides a stunning contrast with the comfortable natural brown leather mattress, which is till completely
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Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Patinated Leather Gym Bench or Table, Germany, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
1950s German gym bench with extra storage. European wood with thick cowhide leather has been
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antonio Citterio Leather Daybed / Bench for Vitra, Germany, circa 1989
By Antonio Citterio, Vitra
Located in Dallas, TX
Minimalist "Area" model daybed / bench designed for the Montage Series by Italian Architect Antonio
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pair of European Gymnast Benches with Leather Seats
By Turnmeyer-Werke
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of solid wood gym benches with thick leather tops manufactured in Germany by Turnmeyer-Werke
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Vintage 1960s German Industrial Benches

Materials

Oak, Leather

Walter Knoll Bench in Black Leather Crome Base
By Walter Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Walter Knoll Bench in Black Leather Crome Base. Great as a bench or daybed. Soft luxurious leather.
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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Chrome

Albert Haberer Cherry Bench
By Albert Haberer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, cherrywood and leather, 1950s, Germany. This slender cherry bench is made by Albert
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Albert Haberer Cherry Bench
Albert Haberer Cherry Bench
H 35.83 in W 59.06 in D 21.26 in
Black Leather Daybed or Bench by Antonio Citterio for Vitra
By Antonio Citterio, Vitra
Located in Miami, FL
Great leather daybed or bench by the famous designer Antonio Citterio and made by Vitra. The legs
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Early 2000s German Modern Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum

Black and Gilt Iron with a Leather Seat, Stool or Bench Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
of metal and a Leather. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Art Deco Black Ebonized Piano Bench, around 1925
Located in Berlin, DE
Ebonized hardwood and the black leather seat was re-upholstered recently. The seat of the bench can be
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Stools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Vintage German Gymnast Gym Bench with Leather Top
Located in Madison, WI
German gymnast bench with leather top. Six available.
Category

Mid-20th Century German Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage German Gymnast Leather Top for Bench Stacker
Located in Madison, WI
German gymnast leather top for wooden stacker. There are three additional stacker units that add 8
Category

Mid-20th Century German Benches

Materials

Wool, Leather

Rolf Benz 620 Leather Bench Cream Three-Seater Bench
By Rolf Benz
Located in Cologne, DE
We present to you a Rolf Benz 620 leather bench cream three-seater bench. Product
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

1940's Leather Bench/Coffee Table
Located in Austin, TX
This fabulous bench from Germany has a wonderful leather top. The base is made of golden oak and
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Vintage 1940s German Benches

Materials

Metal

1940's Leather Bench/Coffee Table
1940's Leather Bench/Coffee Table
H 16.5 in W 51.25 in D 19 in
Rolf Benz Leather Bench Blue Light Blue Two-Seat Dining Bench
By Rolf Benz
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a Rolf Benz leather bench blue light blue two-seat dining bench. Product
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Horst Brüning Slender Leather Daybed or Bench, Single Copy 1960s
By Horst Bruning
Located in Bern, CH
Prototype/Single copy of the slender Horst Brüning daybed or bench, manufactured by Kill
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Architectural Bench Made of Walnut with Leather Upholstery by Studio BvdL
By Studio B|vdL
Located in Berlin, DE
Bench designed by Berlin-based architectural designers Studio BvdL The unique shape of the legs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Vintage Gymnastic Bench
By Turnmeyer-Werke
Located in New York, NY
Vintage bench with sturdy wood base and worn leather top. Not available for sale or to ship in
Category

20th Century German Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Gymnastic Bench
Vintage Gymnastic Bench
H 15.5 in W 27.5 in D 20 in
Bench Made from Vintage Leather Gym Gymnastic Pommel Goat; Steel Bracket Legs
Located in Madison, WI
Bench made from leather gymnastic goat from Germany. Original legs have been removed and replaced
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Pair Black Forest Benches
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of Black Forest benches with leather upholstered seats and bases formed of antlers. The length
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Antique 19th Century German Benches

Materials

Wood, Leather, Antler

Pair Black Forest Benches
Pair Black Forest Benches
H 17 in W 55 in D 18 in
Vintage Black Forest Horn Bench
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage antlers are the star of this horn bench. The great lines and narrow depth make it easy to
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Vintage 1940s German Benches

Materials

Horn, Leather

Vintage Black Forest Horn Bench
Vintage Black Forest Horn Bench
H 17 in W 53 in D 12 in
1920s Leather Gym Pommel Horse
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse with oak handles made in the 1920s in Germany.  Measurements of the
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

1920s Leather Gym Pommel Horse
1920s Leather Gym Pommel Horse
H 25.2 in W 17.72 in D 68.12 in
Vintage Leather Pommel Horse, 1950's
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Pommel Horse, Germany 1960's. Nicely patinated Pommel Horse, vintage cognac coloured
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Vintage 1950s German Modern Benches

Vintage Leather Pommel Horse, 1950's
Vintage Leather Pommel Horse, 1950's
H 21.26 in W 23.63 in D 13.39 in
Midcentury Vintage Leather Gym Bench from Germany
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
Fantastic example of a vintage leather gym bench. It features padded legs, which are harder to find
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Machalke Leather Bench Black Anilin Leather
By Machalke Furniture
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Machalke leather bench black Anilin leather.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Machalke Leather Bench Black Anilin Leather
Machalke Leather Bench Black Anilin Leather
H 16.93 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Walter Knoll Leather Sofa Bench Stool Bench Cream
By Walter Knoll
Located in Cologne, DE
We present to you a Walter Knoll leather sofa bench stool bench cream.   Product
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

School Exercise Bench in Brown Leather
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an School Exercise bench in brown leather.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Chairs

Materials

Leather

School Exercise Bench in Brown Leather
School Exercise Bench in Brown Leather
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 26.78 in
Musterring Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
By Musterring International
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Musterring leather foot-stool brown bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Musterring Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
Musterring Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
H 17.33 in W 22.05 in D 26.78 in
Musterring Designer Leather Footstool Brown Bench
By Musterring International
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a Musterring designer leather footstool brown bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse from the 1930s. Very good condition, nice patina.
Category

20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
H 18.9 in W 63.78 in L 18.9 in
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse from the 1930s. Very good condition, nice patina.
Category

20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
H 19.69 in W 63.78 in L 19.69 in
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse from the 1930s. Very good condition, nice patina.
Category

20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
H 19.69 in W 63.78 in D 14.57 in
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Leather gym pommel horse from the 1930s. Very good condition, nice patina.
Category

20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
1930s Leather Gym Pommel Horse Bench
H 19.69 in W 75.99 in D 14.57 in
COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
By COR
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a COR designer leather foot-stool brown bench.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
H 15.75 in W 29.53 in D 21.66 in
Ewald Schillig Designer Footstool Brown Leather Bench
By Ewald Schillig
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a Ewald Schillig designer footstool brown leather bench.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas

Materials

Leather

Stressless Designer Leather Foot-Stool Blue Bench
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Stressless designer leather foot-stool blue bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Ewald Schillig Designer Footstool Brown Leather Bench
By Ewald Schillig
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a Ewald Schillig designer footstool brown leather bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas

Materials

Leather

Musterring Leather Bench Black Two-Seat Couch
By Musterring International
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Musterring leather bench black two-seat couch.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas

Materials

Leather

Musterring Leather Bench Black Two-Seat Couch
Musterring Leather Bench Black Two-Seat Couch
H 34.26 in W 83.47 in D 22.45 in
COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
By COR
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an COR designer leather foot-stool brown bench.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
COR Designer Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
H 15.75 in W 29.53 in D 21.66 in
Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla leather foot-stool off-white bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
H 17.72 in W 25.6 in D 20.48 in
Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench Orange
By Bretz
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Bretz Mammut leather foot-stool bench orange.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench Orange
Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench Orange
H 17.33 in W 22.05 in D 27.56 in
Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench White
By Bretz
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Bretz Mammut leather foot-stool bench white.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench White
Bretz Mammut Leather Foot-Stool Bench White
H 17.33 in W 22.05 in D 27.56 in
Koinor Ansina Leather Foot-Stool Black Bench
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor Ansina leather foot-stool black bench.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Koinor Ansina Leather Foot-Stool Black Bench
Koinor Ansina Leather Foot-Stool Black Bench
H 16.15 in W 50.4 in D 21.26 in
Koinor Pearl Leather Foot-Stool White Bench
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor pearl leather foot-stool white bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Koinor Pearl Leather Foot-Stool White Bench
Koinor Pearl Leather Foot-Stool White Bench
H 15.75 in W 33.47 in D 28.75 in
Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla leather foot-stool off-white bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
Himolla Leather Foot-Stool Off-White Bench
H 17.72 in W 25.6 in D 20.48 in
Koinor Rivoli Leather Foot-Stool Red Bench
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor Rivoli leather foot-stool red bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Koinor Rivoli Leather Foot-Stool Red Bench
Koinor Rivoli Leather Foot-Stool Red Bench
H 15.75 in W 49.61 in D 33.47 in
Koinor Alexa Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor Alexa Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Koinor Alexa Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
Koinor Alexa Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
H 15.75 in W 55.12 in D 19.69 in
Koinor Raul Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor Raul leather foot-stool brown bench.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather

Koinor Raul Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
Koinor Raul Leather Foot-Stool Brown Bench
H 17.72 in W 36.23 in D 24.41 in

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German Leather Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of German leather benches available for sale. Each of these unique German leather benches was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. We have 9 antique and vintage German leather benches in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of German leather benches available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Modern, Industrial and Mid-Century Modern German leather benches are consistently popular styles. Many German leather benches are appealing in their simplicity, but Rolf Benz, Koinor and Ewald Schillig produced popular German leather benches that are worth a look.

How Much are German Leather Benches?

German leather benches can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $859, while the lowest priced sells for $182 and the highest can go for as much as $5,400.

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.