Side Chair Set
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rush, Beech
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Side Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Silk, Oak
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century North American Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Velvet, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rattan
Antique 19th Century Spanish Side Chairs
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s American Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Folk Art Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Birch
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Chairs
Textile, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Dining Room Chairs
Straw, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Oak, Teak
Antique 19th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
Antique Late 19th Century American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Upholstery
1990s American Dining Room Sets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Swedish Folk Art Side Chairs
Rope, Beech
20th Century Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Paint, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Living Room Sets
Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1950s American Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Wood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
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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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best toddler table and chair set is really a matter of preference. The good news is that a lot of furniture designers have made furnishings specifically for children over the years, so you should be able to find the seating and table you need. Shop antique and vintage children’s table and chair sets and other children’s furniture on 1stDibs.
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