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What is a chair and a half called?

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What is a chair and a half called?
The expression "chair-and-a-half" is generally used for any oversized chair that is exceedingly comfortable. The seat is wider than the standard chair’s seat, measuring 46” in width, and is an excellent choice for a nursery or a library. A chair-and-a-half, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a chair-and-a-half selection that features works from top sellers and makers around the world.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Pair Of Fine Quality Upholstered Chairs And A Half
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant Pair of fine quality chairs and a half with curved back, rolled arms, piped seams
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of French style Gilded Extra Wide (snuggle) Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
Pair of French style Gilded Extra Wide (snuggle) Chairs. Also known as " Chair-and-a-Half " Aged
Category

Vintage 1970s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Christian Liaigre "Bouddha" Leather Club Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
this a "chair and a half" as it can seat two people. Retail price for this sofa is around $20,000 each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Fauteuil a la Reine avec Oreilles Painted Wingback Chair by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
with ears by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The extra large size Queen's chair or chair-and-a
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Louis XVI Style Marquise, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
chair-and-a-half from France, often referred to as a marquise (a wide fauteuils chair), showcases all
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Blue Velvet Marquise Bergere
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XVI marquise bergère, commonly known as a chair and a half, from the 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Down

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