Side Chairs
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century Philippine Meiji Side Chairs
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Walnut, Leather
1840s English William IV Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany, Giltwood, Paint
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Beech
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Side Chairs
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Side Chairs
Pine
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Oak
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Iron
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Side Chairs
Pine
1960s French Industrial Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 17th Century English Charles II Antique Side Chairs
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Beech, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Campaign Side Chairs
Cane, Oak
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 19th Century English Primitive Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Regency Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cherry
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century German Bohemian Side Chairs
Oak, Lacquer
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Early 1900s European Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rush, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Late 19th Century Antique Side Chairs
Rush, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Side Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Brass, Steel
Late 19th Century French Antique Side Chairs
Cane, Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Giltwood
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Ash
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rattan, Wood
2010s American Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
2010s Side Chairs
Brass
2010s American Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1810s German Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Fruitwood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Paper
1970s Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Lucite
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage, New and Antique Side Chairs
Antique and vintage side chairs are space savers by design and wonderfully versatile pieces of seating for your dining room or wherever guests may gather.
Chairs have been indispensable pieces of furniture for a long time. We sit, therefore we deserve good seating. In Ancient Egypt, chairs were utilized in homes regardless of class, and most furniture was made of wood. Comfortable folding chairs, for example, were found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Chairs evolved to be more commonplace in the 1830s, and by the Industrial Revolution, they could be found in most homes. The traditional wooden side chair might feature an upholstered back and seat and was typically used for gathering around a big dining room table. Because the side chair does not feature armrests, it could easily be tucked under the table when not in use or delicately placed in a corner for decorative purposes. Today, the side chair’s slim silhouette and armless design still offer the same level of versatility as it did in its early days. It’s supportive of a large gathering for a meal in the dining room or kitchen and serves as an accent piece (or extra seating) resting against the wall in a living room or inviting foyer.
When shopping for side chairs, think about the colors and furniture style you’ve already introduced to your living room or dining room. Keep the height of your sofa in mind, for example. If you intend to pair your sofa with your side chair when it’s not perched near the dining table, it wouldn’t hurt if the height of your side chair matches the height of your sofa. Even if your side chair will largely be used in the kitchen or dining room, it will likely be used in the living room or home entertainment area as well. When you’re thinking about the seating where meals are served in your home, benches, stools and armchairs make suitable alternatives too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, combining a variety of dining room seating options can be both aesthetically pleasing and downright practical.
Side chairs are available in a number of styles today, and this convenient seating is one of the types of chairs you should know when furnishing your new home. Explore antique and vintage side chairs on 1stDibs. Find Art Deco side chairs and mid-century modern side chairs, or search by creator to find side chairs crafted by legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and others.