Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Old Antique Benches
Wood, Walnut, Cypress
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Old Antique Benches
Cedar
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Old Antique Benches
Teak
19th Century Austrian Shaker Old Antique Benches
Pine
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Old Antique Benches
Cedar
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Old Antique Benches
Chestnut, Cedar
19th Century French French Provincial Old Antique Benches
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Old Antique Benches
Walnut
19th Century Gothic Old Antique Benches
Oak
Early 20th Century French Industrial Old Antique Benches
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s French Country Old Antique Benches
Wood, Oak
1850s French Country Old Antique Benches
Oak
19th Century Italian Old Antique Benches
Poplar
19th Century French Other Old Antique Benches
Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Old Antique Benches
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Old Antique Benches
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
19th Century French Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Old Antique Benches
Hickory
Early 20th Century English Old Antique Benches
Iron
Early 1900s British Old Antique Benches
Beech, Oak
19th Century American Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Old Antique Benches
Wood
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Old Antique Benches
Other
1920s American Chippendale Old Antique Benches
Mahogany
1910s French Country Old Antique Benches
Iron
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Old Antique Benches
Pine
Early 20th Century English Regency Old Antique Benches
Brass
19th Century Japanese Showa Old Antique Benches
Pine
Early 18th Century French Old Antique Benches
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th Century American Old Antique Benches
Hickory
18th Century and Earlier Italian Old Antique Benches
Early 1900s American American Craftsman Old Antique Benches
Concrete
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Old Antique Benches
Elm
Early 20th Century Hungarian Old Antique Benches
Oak
1880s American Primitive Old Antique Benches
Pine
19th Century American Old Antique Benches
Wood, Linen
Early 20th Century American Industrial Old Antique Benches
Maple, Pine
17th Century French Old Antique Benches
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Old Antique Benches
Early 1900s Canadian Country Old Antique Benches
Pine
1850s French Country Old Antique Benches
Early 20th Century Italian Old Antique Benches
Walnut
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Old Antique Benches
Pine
Mid-19th Century North American Old Antique Benches
Wood, Pine, Paint
16th Century Italian Old Antique Benches
Wood
Late 19th Century Czech Old Antique Benches
Terracotta
1890s French Country Old Antique Benches
Early 1900s French Country Old Antique Benches
Early 1900s French Country Old Antique Benches
Wood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Old Antique Benches
Early 1900s French Rustic Old Antique Benches
Wood
1880s French Country Old Antique Benches
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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 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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