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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 throughout, loose pillow seat, tight back and upholstered in a creamy white woven fabric.
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 Giltwood finish in a Louis transitional style.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Christian Liaigre "Bouddha" Leather Club Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present these sensational Christian Liaigre extra large chairs. One might call this a "chair and a half" as it can seat two people.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

French Louis XVI Style Marquise, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style carved-wood and upholstered marquise from the 19th century. This antique chair-and-a-half from France, often referred to as a marquise (a wide fauteuils chai...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Louis XV Style Wingback Fauteuil or Armchair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French provincial Fauteuil à La Reine avec Oreilles or "queen's wingback armchair with ears". This is a large size chair-and-a-half with solid walnut frame and distinc...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

A pair of unique rocking chairs, Poland, second half of the 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A pair of unique rocking chairs, Poland, second half of the 20th century.
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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