Small Oak Stool
2010s American Rustic Stools
Oak
Vintage 1930s Italian Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
20th Century French Other Stools
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Stools
Oak
Vintage 1950s Belgian Rustic Stools
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Stools
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Steel
2010s American Modern Stools
Oak
2010s American Modern Stools
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Stools
Oak, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Industrial Stools
Oak
2010s Italian Stools
Aluminum
Antique Mid-19th Century French Stools
Oak
Antique 1850s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wood, Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Stools
Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Steel
2010s Danish Post-Modern Stools
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rush, Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Stools
Oak
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Stools
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Rush, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Stools
Oak
2010s British Modern Stools
Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash
2010s Swedish Stools
Leather, Oak
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cowhide, Oak
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash
Antique Early 1900s English Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Wood, Paint
2010s American Rustic Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Rush, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Linen, Oak
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Rush, Oak
Antique 1890s French Renaissance Revival Stools
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Stools
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Stools
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Oak
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Stools
Upholstery, Oak, Lacquer
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
Antique 19th Century American Stools
Oak, Velvet, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Dutch Brutalist Stools
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Jacobean Stools
Oak
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Cane, Oak
Antique 19th Century American Footstools
Oak
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Beech, Oak
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Beech, Oak
Vintage 1920s English Jacobean Footstools
Oak
Antique 18th Century George III Blanket Chests
Elm, Oak
Antique Early 1900s British Jacobean Side Tables
Oak
Antique Early 1900s British Jacobean Side Tables
Oak
Antique 18th Century English Country Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Stools
Oak
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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.
- What is a small stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024A small stool is often called a footstool. The name comes from the fact that these low stools can be used as a footrest and also provide seating. More decorative small stools may be referred to as accent stools because they serve as stylish accent pieces in rooms. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of stools.
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