Large Ottoman Used
Late 20th Century American Modern Large Ottoman Used
Faux Leather
Early 2000s French Futurist Large Ottoman Used
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Large Ottoman Used
Velvet, Giltwood
1950s American Large Ottoman Used
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Sheepskin, Walnut
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Large Ottoman Used
Early 2000s French Modern Large Ottoman Used
Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Large Ottoman Used
Chrome
1960s English Large Ottoman Used
Leather
1960s English Large Ottoman Used
Leather
19th Century Turkish Islamic Large Ottoman Used
Copper, Tin
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Fabric
20th Century English Victorian Large Ottoman Used
Leather
1970s Italian Post-Modern Large Ottoman Used
Wool
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Leather
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Islamic Large Ottoman Used
Copper
1960s American Large Ottoman Used
1960s American Large Ottoman Used
1950s French Large Ottoman Used
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Upholstery
1950s American Large Ottoman Used
1950s American Large Ottoman Used
Upholstery, Wood
1990s American Large Ottoman Used
Upholstery
1970s American Large Ottoman Used
21st Century and Contemporary American Large Ottoman Used
Chrome
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
19th Century Swedish Large Ottoman Used
Brass
2010s American Other Large Ottoman Used
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Large Ottoman Used
Wood, Wool
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
1960s American Large Ottoman Used
Upholstery
1960s American Large Ottoman Used
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Chrome, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary American Large Ottoman Used
Wool, Mohair, Walnut
1960s American Large Ottoman Used
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Italian Large Ottoman Used
Wood, Linen
1950s American Large Ottoman Used
1950s American Large Ottoman Used
Cotton, Wool, Upholstery
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
Cowhide, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Large Ottoman Used
Brass
20th Century French Large Ottoman Used
Bronze
20th Century Unknown Large Ottoman Used
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century American Large Ottoman Used
19th Century Turkish Large Ottoman Used
Gold
1940s French Large Ottoman Used
20th Century Indian Large Ottoman Used
1970s American Large Ottoman Used
Metal
1950s Italian Large Ottoman Used
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
Foam, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Large Ottoman Used
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Large Ottoman Used
Beech, Fabric
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Large Ottoman Used
Fabric, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Large Ottoman Used
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Large Ottoman Used
Wood
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
20th Century American Large Ottoman Used
20th Century Large Ottoman Used
Fabric
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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 ExpertApril 26, 2024The use of an ottoman in a bedroom is largely the same as it is in a living room. A person may place an ottoman in front of a lounge chair or accent chair used for reading in the bedroom, or they might position it at the foot of the bed or against the wall so that it can serve as a bench. An ottoman with a hinged top and a hidden inner compartment may serve as storage furniture for bedding, pillows, clothing, shoes or accessories. Shop a large selection of ottomans on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, an ottoman can be used as a footstool. The ottoman, originally an upholstered seat or small bench without a back or arms, was a family’s main seating furniture, a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats. It wasn’t until they were brought to Europe from Turkey, during the 18th century, that it became popular to join ottomans with other pieces of furniture, such as at the base of a chair. On 1stDibs, find a collection of ottomans.
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