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What is a parlor chair?

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What is a parlor chair?
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
Shop for Ice Cream Parlor Chairs on 1stDibs
Ice Cream Parlor Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of soda fountain wrought iron ice cream parlor chairs. The frame is painted in a dark green
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

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

Bistro Chairs Wrought Iron Ice Cream Parlor Chairs Set of 5 Distressed
Located in East Hampton, NY
Victorian style wrought iron distressed ice cream parlor chairs, bistro chairs, a set of 5. Wrought
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century "Owl Eyes" Ice Cream Parlor Chairs Set of Six
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

Vintage Ice Cream Parlor Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of ( 4 ) vintage wrought iron ice cream chairs. Featuring twisted metal legs, back and white
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wrought 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

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