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What is a parlor chair?
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A parlor chair is a type of upholstered armchair that was popular during the Victorian age. It features a wood frame, a curved back with button tufting and a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a selection of parlor chairs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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Shop for Ice Cream Parlor Chairs on 1stDibs
Unique 'Ice Cream Parlor Chair' Rare Inventive Spring Version
Located in Sharon, CT
An early inventive (not to mention shapelier) version of the ubiquitous Ice Cream Parlor Chair
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Late 19th Century "Owl Eyes" Ice Cream Parlor Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great set of 6 ice cream parlor chairs from the late 19th century. Brand New hardwood plywood seats
Category
Antique 1890s American American Classical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Antique Victorian Twisted Wire Wooden Seat Small Child's Ice Cream Parlor Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Twisted Wire Wooden Seat Small Child's Sweetheart Back Ice Cream Parlor Chair
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Children's Furniture
Materials
Iron
Metal Cafe Chair
Located in London, England
An Art Nouveau French ice cream parlor chair is a unique and charming piece of furniture that
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
$1,598
Pair of Tony Paul Black Iron & Orange Upholstery Ice Cream Parlor Side Chairs
By Tony Paul
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century ice cream parlor side chairs with black iron frames, open hairpin
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric
"Ice Cream Parlor" set in wrought iron, wood veneer, and marble - USA - c. 1940
Located in Madrid, España
"Ice Cream Parlor" set in wrought iron, wood veneer, and marble - USA - c. 1940
table: 68 x 90 cm
Category
Vintage 1940s American Chairs
Materials
Marble, Iron