Saddle Seat Stools
Vintage 1960s Italian Stools
Oak
Antique 1780s English Chippendale Stools
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Stools
Wood
20th Century Stools
Oak, Paint
Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Stools
Paint, Giltwood, Wood, Muslin, Gesso
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Stools
Maple
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Stools
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Beech
Antique 19th Century American Rustic Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Industrial Stools
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Walnut, Ash, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Ash, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Wood, Ash, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Ash, Cherry, Maple, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather, Wenge
20th Century English George II Stools
Antique 19th Century American Stools
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century English Stools
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Stools
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wire
Antique Late 19th Century English Stools
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Footstools
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century English Rustic Stools
Wood, Elm
Vintage 1970s American Stools
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Stools
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century British Stools
Beech
20th Century American Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Lucite, Wood
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Stools
Cowhide, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Stools
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Leather, Teak
Antique 19th Century Moroccan Rustic Footstools
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Mohair, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Irish Country Stools
Elm
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Steel
20th Century American Rustic Stools
Hickory, Wicker
20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather
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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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2023Whether saddle bar stools are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, some people find the curved seats featured on these stools supportive because they conform to the body's contours. Find a variety of saddle bar stools on 1stDibs.
- How tall are saddle stools?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern saddle stools can be adjustable in variety. Some stools range from 25” to 34” in height. The stool is characterized by its backless, armless A-frame design. You’ll find a variety of saddle stools from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sgabello is the name of the Renaissance stool or simple chair with a wooden back and an octagon-shaped seat. Normally, these wood furnishings showed off ornate carvings. They remained popular throughout Europe through the end of the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sgabello chairs.
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