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Sculptural Curved Back Solid Brass and Grey Tweed Fabric Accent Chair, Italy
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind sculptural solid brass accent chair with Italian grey woven wool tweed upholstery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Vintage Indonesia Wooden Accent Chair with Pierced Circular Motifs Curving Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
in Indonesia during the Midcentury period, this wooden chair features a curving back with out
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 18.75 in D 18 in
Curved White Oak Vagari Dining or Accent Chair by Cultivation Objects
By Cultivation Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the chair manifests a tranquil and grounding presence. The deliberate simplicity of the chair serves
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
"Amateur Chair", Hand Crafted Maple Accent Chair
By Seth Keller
Located in Detroit, MI
sense of timeless beauty.
Each curve and contour of the chair is expertly carved, providing both
Category
2010s North American Chairs
Materials
Maple
Sculptural Cast Iron & Bronze Accent Chair
By Chen Chen & Kai Williams
Located in New York, NY
Earthy and grounded cast iron chair with striking Kintsugi-inspired bronze "vein" detail by Chen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Danish Midcentury Accent or Vanity Chair
By Frode Holm
Located in Bridgeport, CT
everything, this may be the one thing to get. The chair is comfortable and supportive with a curved backrest
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede
1920s Austrian Wood White Patinated Accent Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Transporting us to the artistic ambiance of 1920s Austria, this white-patinated wooden accent chair
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Solid Wood Dining Chair / Accent Chair / Chair-05 by Dalisay Collection
Located in Makati City, PH
Collection's Chair-05 makes the perfect accent piece or dining chair for your home and reinterprets the lines
Category
2010s Philippine Chairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Post Modern Accent Chairs- Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W30 D19 H29 SW17 SD19 SH17 AH26
Pair of newly upholstered curved barrel back chairs. These feature
Category
1990s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Split Reed Accent Chairs - Boho Coastal Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Trenton, NJ
Chairs. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they're an invitation to escape to your very own
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Lounge Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern curved back lounge chair. Iconic 1960’s mid-century modern styling. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vamo Sønderborg Danish Teak Accent Chair by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Kensington, MD
: Teak, Upholstery
Featured at DC
Extremely Scandinavian Modern accent chair.
Voluptuous curves and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Modern Curved Linen Swivel Chair by Ellen Degeneres Wicma Chair
Located in North York, ON
Modern curved linen swivel chair by Ellen Degeneres Wicma Chair. Sophisticated curved design with
Category
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this set of six accent chairs. In many ways
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Solid Wood Lounge Chair / Accent Chair / Chair-02 by Dalisay Collection
Located in Makati City, PH
Crafted from solid wood the Chair-02 Lounge Chair is a designer feature piece and a comfortable
Category
2010s Philippine Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 24.02 in
Louis XV Style Carved Gilt Wood Side Accent Leather Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Louis XV style side chair with carved scrolled gilt accents and curved cabriole legs. This highly
Category
Early 20th Century Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Brass
Adrian Pearsall Style Kroehler Walnut and Grey Reupholstered Fabric Accent Chair
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Adrian Pearsall style Kroehler accent chair. A beautiful accent piece with a super cozy
Category
20th Century Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 35 in W 30.25 in D 31 in
Pair of Italian Modern Black Velvet Accent Chairs
Located in North York, ON
This pair of Italian modern black velvet accent chairs is the perfect addition to any home. With
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Wedding Chair with Curving Back and Carved Splat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style elmwood wedding chair from circa 1900, with carved panels on the splat, curved
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 38 in W 22 in D 17.5 in
Muted by NONO No18 Accent Chair Contemporary Comfort
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Muted by NONO No18 Accent Chair Contemporary Comfort
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Dive into the world of understated
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Muted by NONO No18 Accent Chair Contemporary Comfort
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Muted by NONO No18 Accent Chair Contemporary Comfort
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Dive into the world of understated
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Vintage Modern Styled Accent Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of vintage modern styled accent lounge chairs. Masterfully restored by the artisans at
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Art Deco Accent Chair Fine Hammered in Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair Mid Hammered in Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
European Mid-Century Modern Accent Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Cosy shapes and elegant hues come together to make this pair of easy chairs a stylish accent pieces
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Custom Wingback Chair with Nail Head Accents
Located in Greenwich, CT
fabrics and features an exposed nail head accent. The legs are tapered and slightly curved painted in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton
1990s XL Ralph Lauren Henredon Sculptural Curved Wing Chairs, Set of 2
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. This is an
Category
1990s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Accent Chair Fine Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Late 20th - Early 21st Century Modern Khaki Accent Lounge Chair Down Seat
Located in Topeka, KS
Superb vintage khaki chenille accent or lounge chairs comprised of down seat cushions, tight backs
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Feathers
Original Hand Carved and Blackened Reclaimed Oak Sculptural Accent or Side Chair
By Rooms Studio
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved and blackened reclaimed oak chair, designed by Rooms Studio (from their 2018 Wild
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Chairs
Materials
Oak, Reclaimed Wood, Wood
H 33 in W 20 in D 20 in
Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this set of two accent chairs. In many ways
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this set of four accent chairs. In many ways
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Accent Chair with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this accent chair. In many ways, it transcends
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Accent Chair in Green Velvet Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Austrian Biedermeier Burled Curved Back Vanity Accent Chair
in Plush Green Velvet Chenille
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Materials
Chenille, Upholstery, Burl
Art Deco Accent Chair in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Accent Chair Mid Hammered in Antique White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
George II Style Chinoiserie Decorated Ebonized Gilt Accent Side Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
George II Style Chinoiserie Japanned gilt decorated ebonized cane side or desk chair with removable
Category
Antique Late 19th Century George II Side Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Wood, Cane
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs with Wooden Accents, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
curve outwards, therefore opening the seats, the chairs still have the impression of embracing the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Accent Chair in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard. This elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
Vintage Burmese Country Style Woven Rattan Lounge Chair with Arching Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
rectangular back, curving arms, looping accents and arching base. Created in Burma during the midcentury
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
H 39 in W 22.5 in D 27.5 in
Art Deco Accent Chair Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
elegant Art Deco Chair duo boasts a unique curved profile that exudes a sophisticated and timeless charm
Category
2010s Indian Other Chairs
Materials
Sheet Metal
H 33 in W 27 in D 26 in
Modern Black Green Beige or White Nordic Loop Dining or Accent Chair Set of 2
By Qeeboo, Front Design
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
Loop chair designed from the original and recognizable Front's stroke. The experimentations on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 33.08 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Modern Black Green Beige or White Nordic Loop Dining or Accent Chair Set of 2
By Qeeboo, Front Design
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
curves that revisit the classicism of the Thonet with a new, unsettling sign that places the chair inside
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 33.08 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Early Victorian John Henry Belter Style Side / Accent Chairs, American
By John Henry Belter
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of early Victorian John Henry Belter style side / accent chairs, American.
A pair of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 23 in
Danish 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chair in Red Mohair with Mahogany Accents
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curvy and eye-catching Danish lounge chair from the 1930s. Set on carved and curved mahogany legs
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Dauphin BOBO Postmodern Accent Chairs by Dietmar Sharping Red Leather and Maple
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous pair of Dauphin BOBO Postmodern accent chairs by Dietmar Sharping with red leather seat
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 35 in W 22 in D 26 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Wooden Side Chair with Rattan Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquer wooden side chair from the 19th century with
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Rattan
H 34.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
1960-1970’s Hollywood Regency Bohemian Gold Wicker Accent Chair Heart Shape Back
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Hollywood Regency Bohemian gold painted wicker side or accent chair with heart
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Side Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Paint
H 34.5 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Pair of Channeled Accent Chairs with Pouf by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of vegan leather accent chairs by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1980s. These rare
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
H 26 in W 21.75 in D 19 in
Pair of Sculpted Solid Wood Tallback Accent Chairs in Ultra-Suede
Located in Kensington, MD
Pair of Sculpted Solid Wood Tallback Accent Chairs in Ultra-Suede
Additional information
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Vintage Four Curved High Back Chrome Chairs in Blue Gray Stitch Fabric
Located in New York, NY
elegantly rounded, the curves accented by the vertically stitch alcantara front fabric. They are in very
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 46.25 in W 17.5 in D 20 in
Vintage Metamorphic Indian Wooden Step Ladder Folding Side Chair
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Indian metamorphic wooden ladder chair from the mid-20th century. Created in India during
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Ladders
Materials
Wood
Green Chair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
giving it a sophisticated accent, this chair will make an elegant statement. Its solid wood structure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile
Kalida Chair
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
Gentle curves and bold colors are the distinctive traits of this superb chair from the Kalida
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal, Other
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Luta White and Green Accent Chairs, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in London, GB
with soft curves and upholstery, these Iuta chairs are both classic and contemporary, making them ideal
Category
Early 2000s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 25.99 in W 24.02 in D 22.84 in
Heart Chair
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
chair that will add a romantic and retro-chic accent to any interior. The stainless steel structure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Loop Chair
By Jason Mizrahi
Located in Calabasas, CA
The Loop Chair expresses movement through fluid forms with a seating surface that curves down
Category
2010s American Chairs
Materials
Wood
Petite Wood Float Chair, Walnut Wood and Acrylic Chair
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
Chair is the "younger sister" to the Wood Float Chair. The more petite size and delicate curves makes it
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Chairs
Materials
Acrylic, Walnut, Wood
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Curved Accent Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal curved accent chair for your home. Each curved accent chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and brass. If you’re shopping for a curved accent chair, we have 4 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the curved accent chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each curved accent chair bearing Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Modshop each produced at least one beautiful curved accent chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Curved Accent Chair?
Prices for a curved accent chair start at $895 and top out at $5,450 with the average selling for $2,148.
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.
Questions About Curved Accent Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are accent chairs good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
- What are accent chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Accent chairs are sometimes called occasional chairs. However, accent chair is also a commonly used name. People may also describe accent chairs by their type. For example, an accent chair with wings on either side of the backrest is a wingback chair, while a slipper chair is a chair without arms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023An accent chair is called that because its purpose is to stand out in a space and add interest to a room. As a verb, accent means to emphasize something, and an accent chair emphasizes a particular spot in a room by drawing the eye to it. Shop a collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a boucle accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether an armchair is an accent chair varies from piece to piece. Any chair with arms is an armchair, while an accent chair is a decorative chair typically used in a seating area. Armchairs include dining chairs with arms as well as accent chairs, and some accent chairs don't have arms at all. Only a decorative seating area chair with arms can be called both an armchair and an accent chair. Shop a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Although opinions vary, most people prefer that their accent chairs are comfortable. Accent chairs help to enhance the appearance of a seating area, but they also function as seats in many living rooms. As a result, when selecting one, you may want to keep in mind how it feels to sit in an accent chair as well as how it looks. Find a wide variety of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.
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Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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