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Pair of Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Scroll Back Chairs with Scalamandre Fabric
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid-century Hollywood Regency scroll back chairs with scalamandre fabric - a pair.
Additional
Category
20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 45 in W 19 in D 25 in
19th Century Domestic Cotton Victorian 'Deconstructed' Tufted Scroll-Back Chair
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
"deconstructed manner".
This restored lounge chair is newly upholstered in domestic cotton. The linnen back as
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Pine
H 90 in W 72 in D 80 in
Pair Domestic Cotton Victorian 'Deconstructed' Tufted Scroll-back Chair, 1900
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
cotton. The linnen back as wel as the fillings, springs, bindings and cords are all re-placed.
The chairs
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Pine
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
19th Century White Cotton Victorian 'Deconstructed' Tufted Scroll-Back Chair
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
"deconstructed manner". This restored lounge chair is newly upholstered in domestic cotton. The linnen back as
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Pine
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Luxe Pair of Elegant Scroll Back Chairs Upholstered in Loro Piana Cashmere
Located in New York, NY
These elegant chairs features splayed legs in ebonized walnut. The black features a scroll form
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Tufted and Scrolled Back Chairs in Printed Velvet
Located in Buchanan, NY
rounded and scrolled backs, ingeniously incorporating lumbar supports for enhanced comfort. To increase
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Vintage Salterini Umanoff Style Iron Scroll Back Dining Side Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of stunning and substantial wrought iron scroll back chairs in the French style with straight
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 44.5 in W 17 in D 21 in
Iron Scroll Chair By Arthur Umanoff, 1960s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
scroll back chair with red vinyl seat
- Sold individually
- Condition: Excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
English Primitive Scroll Back Oxford Chair
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A wonderful scroll-back 'Oxford' style armchair in ash and birch.
Of sculptural form and a rare
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Country Chairs
Materials
Ash, Birch
French Scrolled Back Slipper Chair with Embroidery
Located in Buchanan, NY
features a scrolled back, and has been upholstered in a light fabric, with an embroidered panel on the back
Category
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set of three American upholstered seat mahogany side chairs, 1800-1810
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Kenilworth, IL
. The London cabinetmakers book of this period describes a scroll back chair with a bell-shaped seat and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany, Oak
French Scrolled Back Napoleon III Slipper Chair with Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This lovely 19th century French Napoleon III slipper chair features a gracefully scrolled back, and
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Scroll Back and Scroll Arm Club Chair with Loose Seat Cushion and Pleated Skirt
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
filled scroll back and arms with down and feather loose seat cushion and hand sewn skirt with double
Category
2010s American American Classical Club Chairs
Materials
Linen
H 34 in W 32 in D 35 in
Pair Regency Simulated Rosewood & Leather Trafalgar Chairs, Circa 1820
Located in Norwich, GB
A pair of Regency scroll back chairs in simulated rosewood and black leather inset seats. Circa
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 32.68 in W 18.71 in D 20.48 in
Italian upholstered scroll back side or dining chairs, 4, each with scrolling c
Located in New York, NY
The dimensions for the Italian upholstered scroll back side or dining chairs are as follows
Category
20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 32 in W 20 in D 18 in
Italian Brass and Black Patent Leather Scroll Back Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
Italian mid-century side chair with a brass frame with a scroll design back and a black patent
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Pair of Rose Tarlow Black Chinoiserie Scroll Back Puccini Arm Chairs
By Rose Tarlow
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Rose Tarlow Black Chinoiserie Scroll Back Puccini Arm Chairs. Each freshly upholstered in
Category
Late 20th Century American Rococo Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Scroll Back Cane Dining Chairs - Set of Four
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning set of vintage Boho dining chairs. A chic scroll back design with handsome Saber legs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Paint
Swedish Scroll Back Slipper Chairs Newly Upholstered in Natural Sheep's Wool (2)
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Swedish Scroll Back Slipper Chairs Newly Upholstered in Natural Sheeps-Wool
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
H 29 in W 13 in D 37 in
Pair of French Iron Scroll Back Zinc Coated Outdoor Garden Cafe Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of heavy duty iron scroll back side chairs. Perfect for the garden. Zinc Coated for
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Zinc
Restored Rattan Dining Chairs with Scrolling Back, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Thonet-style scrolling back seat.
1950, United States
We only purchase and sell only the best and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of 4 Austrian Scrolled Back Side Chairs with Ebony Inlaid Silhouettes
Located in Charleston, SC
around the base showcasing the classic tapered legs. The back of the chairs have an Ebony crest rail and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Materials
Cherry, Ebony
Club Chair with Nail Trimmed Square Back with Scroll Arms and Loose Seat Cushion
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
- with the square back trimmed with either French natural or pewter nailheads - padded scroll arms with
Category
2010s American International Style Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 34 in W 33 in D 34 in
Austrian Bentwood Scroll Swivel Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Bentwood (19/20th Century) swivel chair with scroll pedestal base and caned seat and back
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Mid-Century Modernist High Back Chair with Scrolling Pattern, Set of Two
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of two midcentury dining chairs with scrolling patterns and grey seats.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Tagged Weiman Scroll Back Swivels - a Pair
By Weiman
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible set of vintage Boho swivel chairs. Made by the iconic Weiman group. A chic scroll
Category
Late 20th Century North American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Moroccan Richly Inlaid Armchair with Carved Back and Scrolling Arms, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
and cultural depth. The carved back of the chair showcases a meticulous design, complemented by
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chairs
Materials
Bone, Wood
H 46.25 in W 23 in D 21 in
Lyre Back Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Interesting metal chair featuring a stylized lyre back and scrolling feet. Original bronze colour
Category
Vintage 1950s French Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Continental Spanish Iron Scroll Chairs
Located in New York, NY
6 outdoor Continental Spanish style iron high back scroll design side chairs with round seat
Category
20th Century Spanish Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Scrolling Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Art Deco style scrolling armchair with an upholstered seat and back with carved and scrolled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by HICKORY CHAIR
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
. The chair seat is slightly slanted back so it pulls you in and makes you never want to get up.
We
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
High Back Chair with Caryatid Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved high back armchair with caryatid head and scrolled arms, 19th century
Measure: Seat 17" H
Category
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Oversized Lounge Chairs by HICKORY CHAIR - Set of 2
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Chairs by HICKORY CHAIR Sovereign Upholstery
Fabric is striped Burnout Velvet Cotton
Comes with 4 Arm
Category
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of High Back Chairs with Tufted Backs and Nicely Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage American upholstered chairs with nicely carved legs and stretcher. This pair of
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Wooden Antique Chair with Slightly Arched Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
's elegant vertical slats and slightly out-scrolling back create a sophisticated Silhouette.
A standout
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chairs
Materials
Wood
Tufted Curved Back Wing Chair
By Century Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
Sumptuous Edwardian Hepplewhite style Mahogany wing chair featuring curved back, scroll arms
Category
Early 2000s American Hepplewhite Wingback Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Pair of French Gilt Metal Scroll Side Chairs
By René Prou
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French 1940s gilt metal side chairs with scroll design and upholstered with an inset
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf, Metal
Pair of Art Deco Scrolled Arms Wing Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Traditional wing back chairs on casters with beautiful curved, oak arm rests.
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Walnut Balloon Back Salon Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Set of four walnut balloon back dining chairs, each chair with an openwork ring back interlaced
Category
Antique 19th Century British Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Scabello Chair Pair Hall Renaissance Revival Italian Baroque Oak Scabello Scroll
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
quality and these chairs transform furniture into sculpture.
- The ornament is drawn from a classic
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40.56 in W 15.36 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Moustache Back Club Chairs
Located in Faversham, GB
An exceptional pair of moustache back club chairs.
Generous cigar arms with deep seats over
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
17th century walnut high back chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
17th-century style walnut high back chair, with arched crest rail to the long cane, panelled back
Category
Early 20th Century British Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Antique High Back Parlor Chair, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French antique throne high back parlor chair with original floral upholstery and tacks. Carved
Category
Antique 1870s French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th C. French Walnut Carved Lyre Back Side Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Aesthetic Movement Style chair with fine form. A charming chair with carved openwork arch top back
Category
Antique 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Expertly Restored - George Mulhauser "Scroll" Swivel Chair for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
extraordinary swivel chair has been sturdily constructed with laminated walnut bentwood visible in the organic
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
French Dining Chairs Leather Chambly Vintage by HICKORY CHAIR Co
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
"Chambly" Dining Chairs
with Leather Upholstery and Solid Fruitwood Frames by HICKORY CHAIR Co
Category
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood, Leather
Hollywood Regency High Back Lounge Chair
Located in Hanover, MA
scrolling detail on back of headrest and arms.
Very clean apart from some slight patination to the edges
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Aluminum Patio / Outdoor Lounge Chair with Scrolling Side, circa 1950
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century patio/outdoor lounge chair consisting of an aluminum body with decorative scrolling
Category
Vintage 1910s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850
Located in Incline Village, NV
Fine quality traditional form solid mahogany Victorian balloon back chair with "slip in" seat
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Damask, Mahogany
Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850
Located in Incline Village, NV
Fine quality traditional form solid mahogany Victorian balloon back chair with "slip in" seat
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Salterini Umanoff Style Iron Scroll Dining Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini Umanoff Style Iron Scroll Dining Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features wrought Iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Anglo-Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Scrolling Foliage and Extending Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
plantation chair features a slanted back topped with a carved crest and petite turned balusters. It is its
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 40.5 in W 26 in D 49 in
Pair American Mid-Century Scroll Lounge / Wingback Chairs, Boucle, Draper Style
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair American Mid-Century Scroll Lounge / Wingback Chairs, Boucle, Draper Style
Newly recovered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
H 36 in W 31.5 in D 31 in
Rococo Revival Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attr. John Belter
By John Henry Belter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
) scroll pattern parlor side chair attributed to John H. Belter. Item features a serpentine laminated back
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Rococo Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 36 in W 18 in D 20 in
Pair of Mid 19th Century Carolean Style High Back Walnut Chairs
Located in Folkestone, GB
A good pair of mid 19th century Carolean style chairs in walnut with caned seats and backs. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Charles II Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scroll Arm Traditional Lounge / Swivel Chairs, bouclé
Located in Stamford, CT
fabric. Each chair has scroll arms, a swivel base, and a removable seat/back cushion.
Measures: 28 H x
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 28 in W 32 in D 37 in
Pair of English Gorget Back Mahogany Hall Chairs from the 1860s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of English slanted hall chairs features molded gorget backs adorned with
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Twist Back Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
The set of 10 Federal Style, Twist Back chairs are comprised of 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. All
Category
2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Biedermeier Scroll Form Arm Chairs in Hand Finished Burled Elm
Located in New York, NY
scroll form arms sit. The open form backs are traced in burled elm as well and feature a crested apex
Category
Antique 1880s Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Pair Larry Laslo for Directional Channeled Back Chairs
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in Dallas, TX
-tufted backs that adds texture and depth, terminating into gently-sloping scrolled arms are sure to catch
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
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Scroll Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of scroll back chairs available for sale. Each of these unique scroll back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. There are 49 antique and vintage scroll back chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of scroll back chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Scroll back chairs made by Hollywood Regency designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made scroll back chairs over the years, but those made by Century Furniture, Grosfeld House and Cornelius V. Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Scroll Back Chairs?
Scroll back chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,975, while the lowest priced sells for $520 and the highest can go for as much as $17,500.
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 Scroll Back Chairs
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What is a spoon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a sling back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a comb back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a channel back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a yoke back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yoke 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.
- What is a Windsor back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon 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, 2023Cross 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, 2023Vladimir 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Shield back chairs were first made during the 18th century. However, the timeless design of these dining chairs continues to appeal to many people, so many furniture makers continue to produce chairs with distinctive shield backs. Shop a variety of shield back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best chairs to prevent lower back pain are the Steelcase lamp chair, the Humanscale Freedom chair, and the Herman Miller Aeron chair. If you're shopping for a chair that will help with lower back pain, there is a variety of chairs that will meet your needs on 1stDibs.
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Antique Ball And Claw Chairs
Tall Back Upholstered Dining Chair