Side Chairs
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Side Chairs
Hardwood
Early 19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Late 20th Century European Side Chairs
Aluminum
Late 19th Century English Antique Side Chairs
Rosewood
19th Century French Rustic Antique Side Chairs
Wood
1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Australian Side Chairs
Sheepskin
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1950s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Side Chairs
Bronze
2010s British Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak, Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Side Chairs
Foam, Wood
2010s Danish Bauhaus Side Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Unknown Modern Side Chairs
Ash, Bentwood, Velvet
2010s North American Modern Side Chairs
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Brazilian Side Chairs
Cord, Wood, Hardwood
2010s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
2010s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Side Chairs
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Side Chairs
Lacquer
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak
19th Century Portuguese Antique Side Chairs
Rosewood
1810s German Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Fruitwood
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
1960s French Industrial Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
2010s Italian Louis XVI Side Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Beech
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Side Chairs
Cane, Beech
1950s French Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
18th Century Italian Antique Side Chairs
Cane, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Chrome
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Bentwood, Beech, Wood, Plywood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Ash
Early 19th Century British William IV Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Metal
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Hide, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Side Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Side Chairs
Polyester, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Side Chairs
Metal
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Rush, Oak
2010s American Side Chairs
Brass, Steel
2010s American Side Chairs
Steel, Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Beech
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
Vintage, New and Antique Side Chairs
Antique and vintage side chairs are space savers by design and wonderfully versatile pieces of seating for your dining room or wherever guests may gather.
Chairs have been indispensable pieces of furniture for a long time. We sit, therefore we deserve good seating. In Ancient Egypt, chairs were utilized in homes regardless of class, and most furniture was made of wood. Comfortable folding chairs, for example, were found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Chairs evolved to be more commonplace in the 1830s, and by the Industrial Revolution, they could be found in most homes. The traditional wooden side chair might feature an upholstered back and seat and was typically used for gathering around a big dining room table. Because the side chair does not feature armrests, it could easily be tucked under the table when not in use or delicately placed in a corner for decorative purposes. Today, the side chair’s slim silhouette and armless design still offer the same level of versatility as it did in its early days. It’s supportive of a large gathering for a meal in the dining room or kitchen and serves as an accent piece (or extra seating) resting against the wall in a living room or inviting foyer.
When shopping for side chairs, think about the colors and furniture style you’ve already introduced to your living room or dining room. Keep the height of your sofa in mind, for example. If you intend to pair your sofa with your side chair when it’s not perched near the dining table, it wouldn’t hurt if the height of your side chair matches the height of your sofa. Even if your side chair will largely be used in the kitchen or dining room, it will likely be used in the living room or home entertainment area as well. When you’re thinking about the seating where meals are served in your home, benches, stools and armchairs make suitable alternatives too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, combining a variety of dining room seating options can be both aesthetically pleasing and downright practical.
Side chairs are available in a number of styles today, and this convenient seating is one of the types of chairs you should know when furnishing your new home. Explore antique and vintage side chairs on 1stDibs. Find Art Deco side chairs and mid-century modern side chairs, or search by creator to find side chairs crafted by legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and others.