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What is a slipper accent chair?

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What is a slipper accent chair?
A 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, 2022
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Pair Upholstered Slipper Chairs With Painted Frames
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A pair of slipper chairs with upholstered seats, backs, and skirts in a striped fabric of yellow, green, and lavender tones. Each chair has a low rectangular back within a painted fr...
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Vintage 1950s French Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

1940s, Danish Slipper Chair Newly Upholstered in Botanical Fabric
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and elegant Danish slipper chair dating from the 1940s, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and organic design language characteristic of mid-century Scandinavian furnitur...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Linen, Beech

1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Pair of 1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchairs, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric. These elegant lounge chairs feature a beautifully sculpted backrest...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Napoleon III Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of slippers chairs with a dandelion patterned slipcover
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of upholstered slippers chairs with a dandelion patterned slipcover and red piping details
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Early 20th Century Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Petite Steel Frame Slipper Chair, New Upholstery
Located in Denver, CO
Believed to be from the 1960's due to the style of the original vinyl upholstery (not pictured). This petite chair has a light bounce to it due to the cantilevered seat design. The...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Sleek Clean Lined Slipper Chairs in the Manner of Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic pair of slipper chairs that even Paul McCobb might mistake for his own design. Comfortable and clean lined chairs that won’t disrupt the budget. Probably need to be reuph...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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