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What is an upholstered chair?

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What is an upholstered chair?
An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Oak Upholstered Chair
Located in London, GB
The chair’s silhouette is balanced by a wide seat, upholstered in a deep emerald green fabric, creating a striking colour contrast against the warm, golden tones of the timber.
Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Oversized Upholstered Armchair
Located in Hudson, NY
Oversized upholstered armchair. Recently upholstered in French linen.
Category

Early 20th Century French Bergere Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Upholstered Chair Mogg Lunee
By Mogg
Located in Alcamo, IT
Mogg Model: LUNEE Upholstered Chair Design: Marcantonio Product Description The LUNEE Chair by Mogg, designed by Marcantonio, is presented here in its upholstered version, where sc...
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Green leather upholstered office chair
Located in MILL, NL
Classic office chair / armchair Mid-20th century. Upholstered in green leather; the seat and back are tufted.
Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Leather

Luc Chair Upholstered Seat
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship of the highest quality meet art. This chair is made of solid oakwood stru...
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Upholstered Lion's Head Armchair
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Folkestone, GB
An unusual mid 19th century stylish upholstered armchair with oak framed carved with lion's heads at the top of each arm.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

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