Piano Benches
Early 20th Century Danish Organic Modern Stools
Oak, Lambskin
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Cane, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Benches
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century William and Mary Benches
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Stools
Wood, Leather
20th Century French French Provincial Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Country Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Benches
Leather, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Benches
Silk, Cane, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Benches
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Musical Instruments
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English William IV Benches
Mahogany, Fabric
Early 20th Century Regency Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Benches
Antique 1880s American Aesthetic Movement Benches
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Swivel Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Cane, Wood
20th Century Musical Instruments
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Benches
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Early 20th Century Edwardian Benches
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Stools
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Stools
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Chrome
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Stools
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Stools
Giltwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Eastlake Stools
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Teak, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools
Leather
20th Century English Regency Stools
Hardwood
Vintage 1910s English Regency Stools
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands
Brass
Antique 1760s English George III Stools
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Musical Instruments
Steel, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Stools
Birch
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Stools
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1930s American Benches
Mahogany
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Benches
Upholstery, Lacquer
Vintage 1940s American Benches
Brass
Vintage 1940s Benches
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Queen Anne Benches
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Benches
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Swivel Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Benches
Lucite, Fabric
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Benches
Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Benches
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Benches
Fabric, Oak
20th Century American Art Deco Benches
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Benches
Steel
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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 piano bench called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A piano bench is called a duet bench, it is generally wide enough for two people to sit, and its width is in proportion to the width of the piano. A collection of antique and vintage piano benches can be found in varying colors on 1stDibs.
- What is the best piano bench?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best piano benches are really a matter of preference. Benches with a padded seat and options for adjusting the height are the most popular benches for such use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary piano benches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Are piano benches necessary?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, piano benches are not necessary. You can sit on any stool or chair that is the appropriate height to play the piano. However, some pianists find them more comfortable or prefer how they look in front of the instrument. You'll find a selection of antique and vintage piano benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The ideal height of a piano bench will depend on the height of the piano player. However, the standard piano bench height is around 19 to 20 inches tall. The optimal height for playing the piano will have the user sitting at the center of the bench, feet placed firmly and flat on the ground, with elbows at a 90-degree angle. Shop a collection of piano benches on 1stDibs.
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