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Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Pink Mohair Lounge Club Armchair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dayton, OH
An eye catching Parsons style chair attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggins, circa 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Hardwood
H 26 in W 30 in D 28 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Timeless Milo Baughman Parsons style chair freshly reupholstered with forever sexy and stylish
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery
1980’s Postmodern Parsons Milo Baughman Style Club Chairs
By Parsons, Milo Baughman
Located in Hollywood, FL
Pair of Postmodern 1980’s Parsons Milo Baughman Club Chairs. Features reupholstered cream suede
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Suede
Parson Style Drexel Lounge Chair
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Medina, OH
A unique lounge chair by Drexel, what we believe, was attributed by Milo Baughman. What makes this
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Black Leather Parsons Style Drexel Lounge Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
It’s all about being stylish and bold! Pair of mid-century modern parsons style barrel back
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Milo Baughman Parsons Style Ivory Bouclé Chairs with en suite Ottoman c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Parsons style Mid Century Modern arm chairs with matching en suite Parsons style ottoman newly upholstered
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 27 in W 32 in D 26 in
A New Milo Baughman-Style Parsons Chair in Designer Cheetah Velvet
By Milo Baughman
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A New Milo Baughman-style Parsons Chair Upholstered in High-End Designer Cheetah Velvet. Our chairs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Poplar
Set of 6 Parson Style Zebra Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1980's Set of 6 Upholstered Parson Style Dining Chairs
Upholstered in Abstract Zebra Print
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Beautiful Milo Baughman style parsons chair, circa 1970s. Freshly reupholstered
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Milo Baughman style parsons chair, circa 1970s. Freshly reupholstered in a fabric by
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
H 32 in W 31 in D 35 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Parsons Style Lounge Pull-Up Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Milo Baughman Parsons style lounge pull-up chairs. Slightly curved backs button tufted
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Parsons Chairs in Blue Velvet
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
These lovely, well-constructed fully upholstered Parsons chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. The
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
21st Century Olive Green Upholstered Transitional Style Parsons Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Transitional style Parsons chairs, unbranded, similar quality to Lane. Solid wood frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 39.5 in W 21 in D 25 in
Set of Four Vintage Parsons Style Sherrill Dining Chairs
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A set of four vintage dining chairs, parsons style from Sherrill, fully upholstered in petit point
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid Century Milo Baughman Style Parson Chair Ottoman White Crushed velvet
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century modern Milo Baughman Style Parson Chair & Ottoman. White Crushed velvet upholstery in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman style Parsons Club Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of Bright Yellow Milo Baughman style leather Parsons Club Chairs Club Chairs
A beautiful
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair Midcentury Parsons Style Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt, After Milo Baughman
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
Classic pair of mid 1970's Parsons style arm chairs by Bernhardt. Stout and sturdy American
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chenille
H 34 in W 28 in D 29 in
Parsons Chairs with Ottoman, a Pair
Located in Raleigh, NC
Milo Baughman style parsons chairs with ottoman. These have been newly upholstered in Kravat velvet
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair Vintage Bassett Furniture Fully Upholstered Parson Style Club Lounge Chairs
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair Vintage Bassett Furniture fully upholstered parson style club lounge chairs. Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34.5 in W 24 in D 26 in
Set of 4 Postmodern Parson's Style Dining Chairs in Yellow
Located in Freehold, NJ
seat backs and Parson's style design.
Complimentary glass & chrome dining table available separately
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Peach Striped Parsons Style Wing Slipper Chairs with Curving Arms
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Pair of peach striped parsons style slipper chairs with curving arms. The brand is
Category
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 6 Iconic John Widdicomb Parsons Style Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An elegant set of six John Widdicomb Parsons dining chairs, fully marked with brass tags, from the
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Wonderful Pair Danny Ho Fong style Parson Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of Danny Ho Fong style wicker cube Parson chairs. This set will need new cushions
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
H 24.5 in W 34 in D 35.5 in
Pair of 1970s Slipper Parsons floral velvet lounge chairs Style of Milo Baughman
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Post Modern 1970s Tan and Brown Floral upholstered Parsons Slipper lounge Chairs in the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet
H 28 in W 24 in D 35 in
Gorgeous Vintage Sculptural Parsons Chairs by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 1970's knockout sculptural chairs by Drexel, either in the style of or designed by Milo
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Stylish Milo Baughman Style Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish set of six Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs. These do retain their original 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 41 in W 19 in D 25 in
Set of Six All Upholstered Parsons Style Dining Chairs After Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
vintage, 1970-1990's, made in USA. Parsons style design, reminiscent of Milo Baughman, unsigned.
Offered
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Original 1970's Milo Baughman Style Plaid Fabric Parsons Club Chairs by Kaylyn
By Pace Collection, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. These spectacular, original Parsons chairs are oozing with Nineteen-Laties charm. The fabric defies
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 30.5 in W 26.63 in D 27.5 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Grey Parsons Chairs, Set of 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century grey Parsons chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 22.25 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
New Pair of Milo Baughman Style Parsons Chairs in Designer Celadon Zebra Fabric
By Milo Baughman
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Pair of new Milo Baughman style parsons chairs upholstered in high-end designer zebra fabric.
Our
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Poplar
H 35 in W 28 in D 30 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chairs in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Baughman style Parsons design freshly reupholstered with forever sexy and stylish leopard velvet. Parsons
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
H 28.5 in W 29 in D 35 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs, Set 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs with waterfall backs. In its original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
H 38.25 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Set of 6 Vintage Parsons Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
In the style of Milo Baughman, this simple, modern contemporary set of 6 classic Parsons decorator
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Scrolled Rollback Parsons Armchairs in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Sophisticated pair of postmodern armchairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Scrolled rollback design
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Pair of Newly Upholstered Palm Beach Club Parsons Arm Chairs Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of parsons arm chairs armchairs. In the style of Milo Baughman. These have been newly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 30.5 in W 24.25 in D 21 in
Set of 6 Chrome Parsons Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great set of 6 vintage modernist dining chairs with chrome parsons style bases, slightly tapered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 40.75 in W 18.5 in D 25 in
Elegant Restored Set of 10 Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Baker, Circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This elegant series is routinely attributed to the esteemed
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Late 20th Century Mahogany Frame French Provincial Parsons Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style Parsons chairs, unbranded, similar in quality to Hickory Chair or
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
1970's Brown Velvet Tufted Chrome High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
By John Stuart Inc., Design Institute America, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
What's more 70's legit than tufted brown chevron velour? These aluminum leg parsons dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1980s Postmodern High Back Parsons Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Harlingen, TX
A late 20th century set of four postmodern style Parsons dining side chairs. Featuring a high back
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
1970s Design Institute of America Chrome Parsons Chairs - Set of 4
By Design Institute America
Located in Esperance, NY
Introducing a fantastic set of four vintage Parsons dining chairs that exude both style and quality
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Multi Color Squiggle Fabric Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Chairs. This set of four combines the classic Parsons style with a bold squiggle pattern, adding color
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Parsons Lounge Armchairs in Beige
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of clean line accent chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. These feature the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34 in W 25 in D 26 in
Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs, a set of four, beautifully combine
Category
20th Century Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
21st C. 4 Colorful Designer Parsons Dining Chairs with Contrasting Piping
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c., (2) pairs of colorfully upholstered Parsons side chairs, two in turquoise with lime green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 42.25 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
1970s Attributed to Milo Baughman Brass Parsons Chairs, Set of 6
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6 fully upholstered Parsons style dining chairs attributed Milo Baughman. Upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Incredible Pair of Caramel Cane Parsons Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1965
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery service is available.
An exceptional pair of mahogany and Cane Parsons style lounge or club
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
H 27.5 in W 30 in D 32 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Parsons style dining chairs
By
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 42 in W 22 in D 25 in
All Arms - Sublime Set of 8 Greek Key Parsons Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
custom upholstery service is available.
An sophisticated unique set of eight (8) restored Parsons style
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Milo Baughman Set of 8 Parsons Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sexy set of eight Parsons dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin newly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 33 in W 22 in D 20 in
Chic Restored Set of 16 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
base Parsons style dining chairs, circa 1968. The set consists of two (2) host and fourteen (14) side
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Elegant Set of 12 Parsons Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Parsons style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This elegant series is routinely attributed to the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 40 in W 22 in D 20 in
Chic Restored Set of 12 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery service is available.
A stunning set of twelve (12) brass base Parsons style dining chairs, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Caned Side Chair in the Louis XVI Style
Located in New York, NY
Caned balloon back side chair in the Louis XVI Style. The cane is in good condition and the chair
Category
20th Century Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Small Scale Mid Century Modern Boxy Modular Parsons Style L Shaped Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Parsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
measurements below.
Single chair W33 D35.5
Corner piece W 34 D35.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Straw Wicker Woven Rush Chair Midcentury Jean Michel Frank Style, 1930, France
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Straw wicker woven rush chair midcentury Jean Michel Frank style, 1930, France.
Woven chair that
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Sycamore, Straw
H 22.45 in W 20.87 in D 31.89 in
Mid Century Modern Boxy Modular Parsons Style L Shaped Sofa with Chaise Lounge
By Milo Baughman, Parsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Single chair W33 D35.5
Corner piece W 34 D35.5
Ottoman W33 D35
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 31 in W 100 in D 100 in
Superb Set of 12 Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
service is available.
A killer set of twelve (12) difficult to find vintage cane wrapped Parsons style
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Superb Set of Ten Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
service is available.
A killer set of ten (10) difficult to find vintage cane wrapped Parsons style
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
All Arms, Sublime Set of 16 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
All Arms, Sublime Set of 20 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
restored Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
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Find a variety of parsons style chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique parsons style chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. We have 58 antique and vintage parsons style chairs in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Parsons style chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Parsons style chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made parsons style chairs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Drexel and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,468, while they’re typically $800 on the low end and $24,500 highest priced.
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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.
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Questions About Parsons Style Chairs
- What is a Parsons-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Parsons-style chair is a type of seating furniture with a simple square back and straight arms that connect to rectangular legs. The name comes from the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where the chairs originated in the 1930s. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Parsons-style chairs.
- What is a Parsons chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A Parsons chair is a type of dining chair. It features four wooden legs with a slight taper. In some cases, the front legs may be turned. The chairs also tend to have high rectangular backs and lightly padded seats, both clad in upholstery. The name Parsons chair refers to the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where students first developed the now iconic chair during the 1930s. Shop an assortment of Parsons chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a French-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What is a Morris-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Morris-style chair is a type of furniture used for seating. The name comes from Morris & Company, the original manufacturer of the chair. It features a boxy reclining backrest, a matching upholstered seat cushion and wide wooden arms. Shop a selection of Morris-style chairs on 1stDibs.
- What style is a spool chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Spool chairs are associated with a number of furniture styles. Early examples date back to the Italian Renaissance, but the heavily carved chairs became popular during the Arts and Crafts movement of the mid 18th century. You'll find a collection of spool chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Thonet-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A Thonet-style chair is a wooden chair that has a curvy, bent backrest, a round seat and subtly flared legs. The chairs get their name from the original manufacturer, Thonet, which produced chairs in the mid-century modern style in Europe during the 20th century. Shop a range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Cassina Argyle Chair is in the style of Art Nouveau but its design lands between the Arts and Crafts era and the Art Deco style, giving it an interesting appearance that is difficult to pigeonhole. This chair was commissioned for the Argyle Street Tearooms, which gives it its name. Shop a collection of Art Nouveau furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Chippendale is a style of chair that is mainly characterized by cabriole legs, yoked top railing, intricate back splats and dark wooden finish. It is an American design style that originated in the 16th century and yielded a wide range of furniture, in addition to chairs. Shop on 1stDibs for antique, vintage and new Chippendale style chairs today.
- Are swivel chairs in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.
- What style is a bouclé chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There is no single style for a bouclé chair. The term bouclé actually refers to a type of upholstery made up of looped yarns. You can find it on many different kinds of accent chairs, including mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Louis XVI pieces. Explore a diverse assortment of bouclé chairs on 1stDibs.
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