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Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern high back rocker comprised of an oak frame and the original nubby rust
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Antique Victorian Slipper Chairs in Walnut with Upholstered Seat & Back
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of early American Victorian slipper chairs in walnut with upholstered back & seat, circa
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Pair of Chiavari Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet High Back Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Chiavari chairs with the typical high back was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of Gaetano Descalzi Mid-Century Italian Chiavari High Back Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Chiavari chairs with a typical high back have been designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Velvet

Philadelphia Chippendale Style Chair with Carved Ribbon-Back, circa 1840
Located in Miami, FL
A very beautiful Rococo-Revival, Chippendale style chair in mahogany with ribbon-back carving
Category

Antique 1830s American Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Hepplewhite Mahogany Needlepoint Hoop Back Side Dining Accent Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Hepplewhite Hoop Back accent chair. Made of mahogany featuring pierced reticulated design
Category

Early 20th Century Hepplewhite Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Matching Mid Century Modern Barrel Back Swivel Chairs Lenor Larsen Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare pair of mid century barrel back swivel chairs with Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery from the 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Tufted Sculpted Walnut Base Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Adrian Pearsall tufted tall back lounge chairs. These are quite rare with the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

MCM Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group High Back Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Group high back chair. Comprised of aluminum frame, 4 prong aluminum base, nylon feet, black swivel
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

MCM Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group High Back Chairs Set 3
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
Group high back chairs set of 3. Comprised of aluminum frames, 4 prong aluminum bases, nylon feet, black
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Queen Anne-Style Fiddle-Back Chair in Mahogany w/ Upholstered Slip Seat, c 1880
Located in Miami, FL
A very well-crafted American Centennial, Queen-Anne-style chair in mahogany with fiddle yoke-back
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Six Antique French Louis XVI Style Chairs in Oak w Woven Cane Seat & Back
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful set of six dining chairs in the French Louis XVI style with woven cane seat and back
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Midcentury Eames for Herman Miller Mid-Century High Back Aluminum Group Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
chairs in premium plush black leather with high-backs. An icon of Mid Century Modern design that
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Memento Chair, Jesse Sanderson
By Jesse Sanderson
Located in Geneve, CH
, Sanderson takes us back to his childhood and designs the Memento chair. He recalls how he repeatedly
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Memento Chair, Jesse Sanderson
Memento Chair, Jesse Sanderson
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Contemporary Leather Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Natural Oak
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary Black Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Hallingdal 180
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Black, Dunes Leather
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Mammoth chair is a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Elelphant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Black Oak
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Scandinavian 'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, All black
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary Leather Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Black Oak, Anthranzite
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary Leather Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Light Smoked Oak, Fame
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set Of 10 Georgian Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
overall heights of the backs. Actually though match each other much better than the majority of sets which
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes Leather Anthrazite
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Dunes Leather Camel
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Dunes Leather Anthrazite
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Spectrum Leather, Autumn
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by Cassina
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Spectrum Leather, Autumn
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Hippo chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Light Oak, White Leather
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Dunes Leather Camel
By Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by Cassina
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Camel
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

'Elephant' Dining Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Leather Mineral
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Dining Chair with Armrest Signed by KRISTIAN SOFUS HANSEN & TOMMY HYLDAHL Dimensions: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Contemporary 'Elephant' Bar Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Elephant Bar Chair Signed by Rune Krøjgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik for Norr11. Dimensions: H. 101
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Customizable Artifort Suit Chair Designed by Monica Förster
By Monica Förster, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
There’s nothing better than making a good first impression that combines professional elegance with
Category

2010s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Textile

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Kvadrat Canvas 694
By Tommy Hyldahl, Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Kvadrat Canvas 694
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by Cassina
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
Ego Chair Black by Karim Rashid for Scarlet Splendour
By Karim Rashid
Located in Kolkata, IN
The ergonomically perfect ego chair black, made of luxurious nautical resin, has hints of the human
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Resin

Model 2464 "Marketta" Chair by Asko, Finland 1950s
By Asko
Located in Utrecht, NL
Asko's present model “2464” chair charms with its curved shape. Better known as Marketta, this rare
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
therefore better, than its content. After 1935 much more crate furniture followed, including various chairs
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
therefore better, than its content. After 1935 much more crate furniture followed, including various chairs
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé 24
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Contemporary 'Mammoth' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé 15
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011. Manufactured by
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
H 29.14 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé 7
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

French Antique Chair Dating from the Napoleon III Period
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
luxurious gilt, with mother of pearl inlays on the exceptionally ornate seat back. The chair stands on four
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé 7
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, FR
a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Contemporary Chair 'Mammoth' by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Fame 61003
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior comfort and a sense of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth', Chair + Ottoman, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé 24
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide superior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Contemporary Set 'Mammoth'', Chair + Ottoman, Dark Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé
By Norr11, Rune Krøjgaard
Located in Paris, FR
chair is a welcoming modern wing chair. The high back, hugging wings and fluffy upholstery provide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.11
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.11
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
. The Hippo Chair stands on two sturdy legs and a wooden profile connecting the seat and back which in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Natural Oak, Brussels Velvet, Olive Green
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
Hippo chair. Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Kvadrat Canvas 694
By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Chair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

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Better Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the better back chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and oak, every better back chair was constructed with great care. There are 448 variations of the antique or vintage better back chair you’re looking for, while we also have 360 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a better back chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A better back chair, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made better back chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl are consistently popular.

How Much is a Better Back Chair?

The average selling price for a better back chair at 1stDibs is $3,024, while they’re typically $276 on the low end and $161,020 for the highest priced.

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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.

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Questions About Better Back Chair
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    A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
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    A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
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    A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
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    Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
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    A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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    A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
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    A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
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    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
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    Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
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    Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.