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Pair T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Walnut Slipper Lounge Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant tailored lounge chair is one of the most famous designs by TH Robsjohn-Gibbings, and perfectly reflects his understated brand of stripped-down modernism.
By reducing ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Thonet Slipper Chair in Cherry and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thonet, slipper chair, cherry, fabric, Austria, 1950s
This lounge chair has a splendid construction that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aesthetics. The design is char...
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Thonet Slipper Chair in Cherry and Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thonet, slipper chair, cherry, fabric, Austria, 1950s
This lounge chair has a splendid construction that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aesthetics. The design is char...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Hollywood Regency Grosfeld House Original Slipper Chair 1940s
By Grosfeld House
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency Grosfeld House Original Slipper Chair 1940s
Offered for sale is a fabulous Hollywood Regency High Style slipper chair from the 1940s by Grosfeld House. This wonde...
Category
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
1960s Rattan Wicker Pink Slipper Lounge Chairs, Set of 2
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan pink slipper chairs could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statem...
Category
1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Couple of leaf-shaped French Bouclé Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of the 1960s with this exquisite pair of French swivel armchairs, which seamlessly blend mid-century modern design with contemporary comfort. These uni...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
1950s Italian Bedroom or Slipper Chair in Faux Fur
Located in London, London
Slipper or bedroom chair
New Designers Guild faux fur upholstery
Brass legs
Seat height 40cm
Italy 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Faux Fur
Mid-Century Slipper Chair
Located in London, GB
A beech and bouclé fabric slipper chair
France, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Bernini chaise, Fabrizio Ballardini & Lucio Costanzi mod. Sansiro, modernist
By Bernini
Located in Vittoria, IT
Single post-modern armchair designed by architect duo Fabrizio Ballardini and Lucio Costanzi, lacquered metal frame, fabric-covered backrest, inflatable synthetic rubber seat.
Prod. ...
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1990s European Post-Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Tôle
H 37.8 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
Pair of 1950s Red Silk and Linen Blend Custom Upholstered Slipper Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of custom upholstered red silk and linen blend slipper chairs with oak ball feet, lacquered black and additional lumbar pillow. The underside has the custom upholster’s label th...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Lacquer
Set 3 Florence Knoll Slipper Chairs (3-seat sofa) . Classic Mid Century Modern
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 3 Florence Knoll Slipper /LOUNGE Chairs ,, Can also be used as a 2 seat sofa with one chair or a 3 seat sofa. Classic Mid Century Modern Design, Retain original fabric, Age appr...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.93 in W 23 in D 30 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs, A Pair in Dedar Milano Fabric
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Oakland, CA
Classic slipper lounge chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. These chairs are iconic pieces of mid-century modern design, and are updated with "Tiger Beat" upholste...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Small upholstered fabric bedroom armchairs 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Pair of bedroom or living room armchairs fully upholstered in green floral-themed fabric.
They lend themselves very well in warm and colorful environments, adaptable to any kind of ...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare Pair of Original 'Joker' Lounge Chairs by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Airborne International, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of original 'Joker' lounge chairs by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne.
Designed in the early 1970s, and manufactured in France by Airborne International, the groovy 'Joker' ...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vittorio Varo for I.P.E. 'Cigno' Lounge Chair in Striped Upholstery
By IPE
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Varo for I.P.E., lounge chair, model 'Cigno, fabric, chrome-plated metal, Italy, 1968.
The Italian designer Vittorio Varo created a striking design that adds a vibrant all...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Coppia di poltroncine per camera da letto rivestite in stoffa XX secolo
Located in Premariacco, IT
Coppia di poltroncine da camera o soggiorno interamente rivestite in stoffa verde con un bellissimo effetto mosso intorno la seduta.
Si prestano molto bene in ambienti caldi e color...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.93 in W 20.48 in D 21.26 in
Paul McCobb Slipper Chair Mid Century
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dive into the sublime minimalism of the mid-century era with this exquisite slipper chair designed by the iconic Paul McCobb. Beautifully restored and reupholstered in a lush olive g...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Pair of Screen Back Slipper Chairs in Style of Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, James Mont
Located in Houston, TX
This pair of Screen Back Slipper Chairs, reminiscent of the iconic designs by Edward Wormley and James Mont, embodies a perfect fusion of sophistication and functionality. Crafted fr...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Mid-Century Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful and elegant pair of armless slipper chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This set appears to have been reupholstered (beautifully and professionally) at some point...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Clifford Pascoe, Slipper Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded wood and fabric webbing lounge chair designed by Clifford Pascoe, USA, 1950s.
Seat height 11.5”.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white fabric and walnut slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Seat height: 16.25”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Orange Slipper Chairs - Set of 2
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Orange Slipper Chairs. Featuring an armless slipper design, bent aluminum legs, walnut accents on each side, and newly re-done orange...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen Pair of 'Airport' Chairs in Leather & Steel
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, pair of 'Airport' lounge chairs, leather, steel, Denmark, 1958
This pair of Airport chairs are designed by icon Hans Wegner in 1958. The design was n...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.52 in W 23.43 in D 27.37 in
Adrian Pearsall Channeled Post Modern Slipper Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé
By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Design Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of channeled Post Modern slipper chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, Inc. If you're seeking chairs to wind down and relax in - the sort you can sit in for ho...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bouclé
Swedish Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green bouclé fabric and wood slipper chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Seat height 13.5”
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Slipper Chair, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue bouclé fabric slipper lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Seat height: 16”
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1946 Pair of "Chauffeuse" Armchairs Attributed to Andre Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of armchairs "Chauffeuse" of 1946 attributed to Andre Arbus
Composed of a low seat with cushion, the upholstery is original horsehair and spring, high back in horsehair. Fabric ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Damask, Silk, Beech
Patchwork Modular Slipper Chairs by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Can also be connected as a settee. Backs are removable.
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Barrel Leather Upholstered Slipper Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome pair of tufted leather upholstered with tasseled apron side chairs. Rich red sienna patina.
No obvious markings on the bottom of the base or piece.
In good condition. G...
Category
20th Century Unknown Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather
Three modular fabric armchairs from the 1970s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Set of 3 1970s modular fabric armchairs with low steel feet.
Perfect for waiting rooms, living rooms or large halls furnished in any style from antique to modern.
They show normal ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Slipper chairs received their name during the Victorian era, when they were used to comfortably seat high-class women while they put on their shoes or slippers. Evident with this bea...
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Antique Neoclassical Style Slipper Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Wood, Original Upholstery
Category
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Napoleon III Slipper Chairs, 1830s, France, Reupholstered in Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of antique Napoleon III slipper chairs was a lucky find from the South of France. Newly upholstered in Schumacher's Roca Redonda fabric in carbon, they have elegan...
Category
20th Century French Napoleon III Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Linen
H 28.5 in W 21.5 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Styled Slipper Chairs C1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple yet elegant Italian designer slipper chairs C1950. Petite size so they can work in smaller spaces. Cording on one chair has torn but other than that they are ready to go. Will...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley Curved Back Side Chair for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A mahogany ebonized side chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The backrest has been newly caned with a newly upholstered seat cushion. Retains Dunbar brass label.
Edwar...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
Rare Pair of Slipper Benches by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of petite slipper benches with Ash legs and new mohair upholstery. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Pair of Regency Style Ebonized Spoonback Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Regency style ebonized spoonback chairs. Mid 20th Century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Leather Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Andre Arbus
By Jacques Adnet, André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Lounge or Slipper Chairs in a solid hardwood frame and covered in a glove-like leather. These chairs are derive...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
H 30.5 in W 18 in D 25 in
Pair of Dunbar Janus Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored pair of Janus slipper chairs with walnut frames and orange velvet upholstery. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Leather Pierre Lottier Slipper Chairs, Spain, Circa 1950s
By Pierre Lottier
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of mid-century, neoclassical thick leather PIerre Lottier slipper chairs, circa 1950s, Spain. One chair features a rich brown color and the other is a burgundy color, both have ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1972
By Mario Bellini
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Le Bambole armchairs designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, the Bambole series won the Compasso d'Oro award in 1979, reupholster in cotton fabric, Le Bambole is an iconic piece of...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Paul McCobb slipper chairs with maple bases.
Category
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Scoop Upholstered Lounge Chair and Ottoman in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A upholstered scoop styled lounge chair and matching ottoman having buttons to the top cushions , satin black legs and brass leg tips. Designed in the manner of Milo Baughman and co...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Low Swedish Beech Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Charleston, SC
Folke Ohlsson slipper lounge chair manufactured for dux in Sweden, circa 1950s. This danish modern lounge chair
Is made of the highest quality walnut. The chair also features a waln...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
A Michael Taylor for Baker Mahogany Spoonback Slipper Chair
By Michael Taylor
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered in Clarence House Vesuvius cut velvet; on casters.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Mahogany
Vittorio Varo, Slipper Chairs, Fabric, Metal, Plastic, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sizeable white fabric, metal and plastic lounge chairs designed by Vittorio Varo and produced by Plan Interior Design, Italy, 1970s.
Seat height 12”.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Leather "Solo" Lounge Chairs by John Follis for Fortress
By Fortress Furniture, John Follis
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning pair of vintage leather and chrome lounge chairs designed by John Follis for Fortress in the United States, circa 1970s. They are known as the "Solo" chairs, feature a sol...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Designer, Slipper Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of stained oak and white bouclé fabric slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Finnish Designer, Slipper Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white bouclé fabric and birch slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Sven Staaf, Lounge Chair, Shearling, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Sven Staaf
Located in High Point, NC
A beige shearling, wood and brass lounge chair designed and produced by Sven Staaf, Sweden, 1940s.
seat height 16.5”.
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Rare Slipper Chairs by Jens Risom for Risom, Inc. C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
Experience the epitome of mid-century modern elegance with our fully restored walnut slipper chairs from the 1950s, a timeless creation by Jens Risom for Risom, Inc. Meticulously ref...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Linen, Walnut
American Mid-Century Scrolled Leg Slipper Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exceptional American 1950s slipper chair with recently ebonized legs. This slipper chair is a truly stunning piece of furniture. Its new upholstery in rich red velvet with antique...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Erik Karlén Attribution, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Eric Karlén
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green velvet fabric and beech slipper lounge chairs attributed to Erik Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Seat height 17”.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Italian Designer, Slipper Chairs with Ottoman, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and white fabric slipper lounge chairs with ottoman designed and produced in Italy c. 1940s.
Seat height 15”.
ottoman dimensions 11.5” H x 24” W x 15.5” D
Category
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 30.5 in W 22.5 in D 30 in
American Designer, Slipper Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige fabric slipper lounge chair designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Slipper Chairs P, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of slipper chairs armchairs model P. wood feet. Recently fully upholstered with bouclé fabric but used, second hand upholstery. In the style of Pierre Cardin, design like Gio Po...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's
By Jens Risom
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic slipper or armless chairs by Jens Risom-original, vintage 1950's production. Walnut frames have a beautiful patina, newly reupholstered in Brunschwig & Fils linen, ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
"Wave" armchair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Conversano, IT
Stunning and rare version of the "Wave" Armchair designed by Giovanni Offredi and produced by Saporiti Italia in the late 1970s. Very rare in the version with gloss black painted fee...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
Nancy Corzine Designed 'Oslo' Chairs
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern style slipper chairs by Nancy Corzine. Tufted leather in blonde wood frame.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Lounge Chair, Blue Woven Upholstery, Signed
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Lounge Chair, Blue Woven Upholstery, Signed. Classic slipper lounge chair that tilts and swivels on a walnut veneer circular base. Retains the orig...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
H 27 in W 22 in D 21 in
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Vintage Slipper Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage slipper chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage slipper chairs — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Vintage slipper chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage slipper chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage slipper chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Edward Wormley and Milo Baughman are consistently popular.
How Much are Vintage Slipper Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $58,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Slipper Chairs for You
Antique and vintage slipper chairs are popular fixtures in modern interiors due to their armless, compact designs with high backs and short legs making them perfect for even the tightest of spaces.
Slipper chairs originated in the 18th century. They were used in private dressing rooms and bedrooms for upper-class women to easily slide into their shoes, often assisted by a maid, when corsets and heavy petticoats made dressing a cumbersome task. Since this emergence in the boudoir, slipper chairs have become an essential piece of furniture in modern homes.
In the 1950s, American interior designer Billy Baldwin — whose clients included Jackie Onassis and Bunny Mellon — placed slipper chairs in the living room for the first time. He saw them as the ideal chairs for entertaining. Their low seats and tall, curved backs invite guests to sit; the lack of arms, however, places a limit on comfort.
Slipper chairs can be found in various styles, from the classic mid-centuy modern with unadorned legs to 1930s French Art Deco with a shorter back. Edward Wormley designed some of the most iconic mid-century modern slipper chairs with tapered legs, a round wood base, button tufting and a tall back.
Today, slipper chairs are among the chairs you should know. They can be used to frame a coffee table or contribute to a sense of balance in a space. A slipper chair can fit next to a bookshelf or be tucked into a corner along with a small side table to create a charming reading nook. In entryways, a slipper chair can be used while you put on your shoes. It is also an elegant addition to the bedroom or home office, where its soft shape adds a casual contrast to more rigid furniture.
You can find slipper chairs in materials such as fabric, wood and upholstery on 1stDibs. Browse a wide selection of styles, including mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco.
Questions About Vintage Slipper Chairs
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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