Retro Arm Chair Chairs
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Oak, Naugahyde
1970s American Post-Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Chrome
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
1970s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Velvet
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Rosewood
1990s American American Classical Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Maple
1970s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Acrylic, Lucite
1950s French Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Birch
1970s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Late 20th Century American Regency Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Thai Post-Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
1980s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
1960s American Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Metal
1990s American French Provincial Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
1950s American Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Late 20th Century Italian Bohemian Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Victorian Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wrought Iron
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Maple
1970s Campaign Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Iron
1990s Regency Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood, Giltwood
1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
1980s French Provincial Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Brass
1960s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Rosewood
1980s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric
1970s Ming Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
1970s Space Age Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Chrome
1980s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Philippine Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan
1970s American Chippendale Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Mahogany
1960s French Louis XVI Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Brass
1970s European Scandinavian Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Steel, Nickel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
1980s Danish Post-Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Teak
Late 20th Century American Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo
1970s French Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1970s American Hollywood Regency Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Rattan
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Stainless Steel
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Teak
1950s American Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Walnut
1970s American Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Chrome
1980s Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Wood
1970s Swiss Post-Modern Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Retro Arm Chair Chairs
Leather
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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