Windsor Chair With Arms
Antique 19th Century Unknown Rustic Windsor Chairs
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Country Windsor Chairs
Ash, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs
Ash
20th Century Rustic Windsor Chairs
Oak
Antique 1830s English Windsor Chairs
Ash, Elm
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs
Beech
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Yew
Antique Early 1800s English Country Windsor Chairs
Oak
Antique 1850s English Windsor Chairs
Elm
Antique 1830s English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Elm, Yew
20th Century Windsor Chairs
Bentwood
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Windsor Chairs
Oak
20th Century Rustic Windsor Chairs
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Windsor Chairs
Yew
Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs
Ash, Elm
Antique 1870s European Rustic Windsor Chairs
Ash, Elm
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Cherry
Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Windsor Chairs
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs
Ash, Elm
Antique Mid-19th Century British Country Windsor Chairs
Elm, Fruitwood, Yew
Antique 18th Century English Windsor Chairs
Ash, Elm, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Windsor Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American American Colonial Windsor Chairs
Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1840s Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1800s Chairs
Yew
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Ash
Antique 19th Century English Rocking Chairs
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Rustic Chairs
Ash, Sycamore
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Maple
Antique Late 19th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s English Gothic Chairs
Elm, Yew
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Nutwood, Paint
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Yew
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Ash, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century English Armchairs
Birch
Antique 1880s British Folk Art Armchairs
Ash
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Elm
Antique Late 18th Century American American Colonial Children's Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Beech
Antique Late 19th Century British Armchairs
Ash
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Wood, Yew
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Ash, Elm, Yew
20th Century English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Elm, Yew
Antique Early 18th Century English Armchairs
Yew
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Beech, Elm
Late 20th Century American Country Settees
Wood
Antique 1830s English Georgian Armchairs
Yew
Early 20th Century English Hepplewhite Armchairs
Ash, Elm
Antique 1860s English Gothic Revival Armchairs
Oak
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Armchairs
Ash, Elm
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Armchairs
Elm
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Armchairs
Elm
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Armchairs
Elm
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs
Elm
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Armchairs
Yew
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Armchairs
Elm, Yew
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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.
- 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023To identify a Windsor chair, look at how it was made. On authentic pieces, the bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. The chairs have wooden legs that splay outward to provide stability, and unlike other chair designs, the back legs have no connection to the chair back. Shop a range of Windsor chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Windsor rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A Windsor rocking chair is built for comfort and is usually manufactured in such a way that the seat’s spindles, along with the chair-back and legs, are pushed into holes that have been drilled. This sets this type of chair apart, as the standard construction of a chair sees that the back legs are continuous. The Windsor chair originated in the early 1700s in the English town of Windsor. As mentioned, their bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Windsor rocking chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 14, 2023A Windsor chair is called that after the town where it was first made, Windsor, England. In 1710, artisans in the village began producing wooden spindle chairs. Craftsmen in the American colonies began making their own versions in the 1730s. A handful of Windsor chairs are said to have appeared in Philadelphia by the late 1720s, however, owing to Pennsylvania lieutenant governor Patrick Gordon’s fondness for the seat. Colonial furniture makers sometimes painted their Windsor chairs, which were crafted from a variety of woods such as thick pine, ash or birch. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique Windsor chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A set of antique Windsor chairs can sell from about $500 to well into the thousands, depending on the quality and condition. Single chairs range from about $100 to thousands, with age being a major factor in value. Find a range of antique vintage Windsor and other chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Windsor rocking chair, enlist the help of a licensed furniture appraiser. Many convincing distressed reproductions exist due to their popularity and value. An experienced professional can accurately determine if yours is an authentic antique or a replica. Find a range of expertly vetted Windsor rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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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