Foot Stools
Late 20th Century French Footstools
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Stools
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Papercord, Teak
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Stools
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Rustic Footstools
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Other Footstools
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century American American Empire Footstools
Linen, Wood
1990s Danish Aesthetic Movement Stools
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Footstools
Cowhide
Vintage 1970s European Chairs
Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Primitives
Cowhide, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Stools
Thread, Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique 19th Century European Gothic Lounge Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Stools
Vintage 1930s English Footstools
Metal
Antique Early 1900s English Club Chairs
Leather
20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Wood, Tapestry
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Oak, Papercord
Antique 1820s British George IV Stools
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Footstools
Rosewood
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Benches
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Ottomans and Poufs
Wool
Early 20th Century French Directoire Footstools
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Footstools
Leather, Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rope, Wood, Ash
Mid-20th Century French Footstools
Textile, Acrylic
Antique Early 1900s French Footstools
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Leather, Rope, Teak
Antique 19th Century English Stools
Rosewood, Upholstery
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century Belgian Footstools
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Stools
Leather, Fabric
2010s Moroccan Stools
2010s Moroccan Stools
2010s Moroccan Stools
Metal
Antique Mid-18th Century English Stools
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1920s Swedish Biedermeier Benches
Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Leather, Teak
Antique 1760s English George III Chairs
Vintage 1920s Spanish Stools
Fabric, Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Stools
Wood, Velvet
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century English Regency Footstools
Yew
21st Century and Contemporary British Industrial Armchairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Stools
Plywood
20th Century Unknown Regency Stools
Leather
Antique 1820s American Country Stools
Iron
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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 foot stool called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A footstool is called an ottoman, hassock or pouf. The footstool is an umbrella term for furniture pieces used to elevate the foot. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of antique and vintage footstools in different colors, styles and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024How many stools will fit at your 6-foot kitchen island depends on the width of the stools. Most counter-height stools are 16 to 20 inches wide. To determine the number that you can fit, divide 72 by the width measurement of your desired stool. For example, three 20-inch stools would fit along a 6-foot-long kitchen island on one side. Shop a wide variety of stools on 1stDibs.
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