African Wood Stools
Vintage 1960s African Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century End Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Mid-Century Modern Tribal Art
Wood
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Mid-Century Modern Tribal Art
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benches
Ash
Vintage 1930s African Rustic Stools
Wood
Vintage 1940s Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s African Tribal Side Tables
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Walnut
Early 20th Century African Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s Sub-Saharan African Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Malian Tribal Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s African Brutalist Stools
Wood
20th Century African Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century African Primitive Stools
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century African Stools
Wood
20th Century African Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Stools
Hardwood
Vintage 1920s Ghanaian Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ivorian Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century African Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Stools
Wood
20th Century African Scandinavian Modern Stools
Wood
20th Century African Scandinavian Modern Stools
Wood
20th Century Central African Tribal Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century African Primitive Stools
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century African Primitive Stools
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century North African Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Stools
Wood
20th Century African Tribal Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Stools
Wood
Vintage 1930s Unknown Folk Art Stools
Wood
20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Stools
Wood
Vintage 1980s Beninese Tribal Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s African Stools
Wood
Antique 19th Century African Stools
Wood
Antique 19th Century Stools
Antique Early 1900s Tribal Stools
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1980s Ivorian Stools
Wood
Antique 1860s African Tribal Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Stools
Wood
Mid-20th Century Malian Tribal Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century African Stools
Wood
Early 20th Century African Tribal Stools
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Antique 1840s Stools
Wood
2010s Ivorian Organic Modern Stools
Wood
2010s Ivorian Organic Modern Stools
Wood
2010s Ivorian Organic Modern Stools
Wood
2010s Ivorian Organic Modern Stools
Wood
2010s Ivorian Organic Modern Stools
Wood
20th Century North African Stools
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century African Modern Stools
Wood
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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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best wood for bar stools is largely a matter of personal preference. Walnut, oak, cherry and birch are commonly used materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bar stools from some of the world's top sellers.
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