Used Church Seating
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 1890s Benches
Linen, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Modern Benches
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Benches
Wood
Vintage 1940s Belgian Rustic Benches
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Other Benches
Chestnut
20th Century European Benches
Wood
20th Century Gothic Revival Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s Brutalist Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Rustic Benches
Oak
20th Century Unknown Country Benches
Iron
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Benches
Oak
Antique 1850s American Gothic Benches
Pine
Antique 18th Century Belgian Benches
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century European Gothic Benches
Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Stools
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Minimalist Benches
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Benches
Oak
Vintage 1940s English Benches
Metal
Early 20th Century European Benches
Wood
20th Century South American Benches
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century European Benches
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Rustic Benches
Wood
Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Chairs
Walnut, Beech
Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Stools
Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Papercord, Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Birch
Antique 18th Century Benches
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Gothic Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Beech, Plywood, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Birch
Antique 18th Century Spanish Benches
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery, Fir
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Benches
Oak
Antique 1880s French Rustic Armchairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century European Gothic Revival Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1930s English Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Campaign Benches
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rope, Wood
Vintage 1960s English Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Armchairs
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 1740s Prints
Paper
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Art Deco Benches
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century American Arts and Crafts Benches
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Benches
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Benches
Oak
Early 20th Century Spanish Benches
Pine
Vintage 1960s Dutch Modern Benches
Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Chairs
Oak
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Used Church Seating For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Used Church Seating?
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 are church seats called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Church seats are often called pews. The word comes from the Middle English “pewe,” derived from the Old French word “puie,” meaning balcony. You may also hear people refer to pews as benches, stalls or even simply seats. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of church pews from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Stained glass is used in churches to both enhance the beauty and spirituality of the space while also informing the viewer through narrative and symbolism. Shop beautiful stained glass on 1stDibs.
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