1920s Upholstered Chair
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century American Eastlake Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Rocking Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Side Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Danish Other Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Macassar, Oak
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Club Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Wenge
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Bergere Chairs
Silk, Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Danish Other Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Macassar, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood, Ash
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Macassar, Oak
Vintage 1920s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Cherry
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Macassar, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Danish Chesterfield Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Hardwood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Chairs
Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Deco Side Chairs
Wool, Wood, Burl
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century Chairs
Early 20th Century Italian Louis Philippe Chairs
Walnut, Velvet
Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Indian British Colonial Slipper Chairs
Teak
Early 20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Empire Side Chairs
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Ash
Vintage 1920s American Streamlined Moderne Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Reed, Canvas
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
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1920s Upholstered Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 1920s Upholstered Chair?
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An 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.
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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