Foot Stools
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Footstools
Rubber, Oak
Antique 1860s British British Colonial Footstools
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century Northern Irish George I Stools
Satin, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Footstools
Gold Leaf
Antique 1820s English George III Footstools
Muslin, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Footstools
Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Belgian Baroque Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Belgian Baroque Revival Footstools
Velvet, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Stools
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Benches
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Footstools
Mohair, Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Footstools
Walnut
Antique 1890s British Victorian Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Stools
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Antique Mid-19th Century Louis XV Stools
Tapestry, Giltwood
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Beech
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Hardwood, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Directoire Footstools
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Rococo Stools
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Footstools
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Footstools
Ceramic, Tapestry, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Footstools
Brass, Steel
20th Century European Footstools
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Silk, Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Armchairs
Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Footstools
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather, Wood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Silk, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English William and Mary Footstools
Walnut
20th Century Georgian Footstools
Leather, Mahogany
Early 2000s European Art Deco Footstools
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Footstools
Plastic
2010s Australian Industrial Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Bouclé, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Footstools
Textile, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Stools
Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Velvet, Cherry
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Brass
Vintage 1980s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
2010s Chinese Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Leather, Ash
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Footstools
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Brass
2010s American Modern Footstools
Fur
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Stools
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Stools
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Stools
Rattan, 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.
- 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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