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Wooden Prototype of a Chair
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
M/1026 - Vintage wooden prototype of a chair, may be a famous chair. Look to : Catilina chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Tolix A Chair Outdoor Painted in Graphite
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, a chair is an icon of industrial design. It is part of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tolix A Chair Outdoor Painted in White
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, a chair is an icon of industrial design. It is part of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hee Welling 'About a Chair' Lounge Chair for Hay
By Hee Welling, HAY
Located in Belmont, MA
Hee Welling 'About A Chair' lounge chair for Hay. Plywood four-legged frame with black-painted oak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Oak
A-Chair in Graphite by Xavier Pauchard & Tolix, US
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, the A-chair met with worldwide success from the beginning. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A Chair Indoor Painted in White
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
- Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, authentic A chair is an icon of industrial design. It is part
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A Chair Perforated Outdoor Painted in Chili
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, a chair is an icon of industrial design. It is part of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tolix A Chair Perforated Outdoor Painted in Black
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, a chair is an icon of industrial design. It is part of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tolix A Chair Indoor Painted in Black
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, TOLIX®'s authentic a chair is an icon of industrial design. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A Chair Indoor Painted in Chili
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, TOLIX®'s authentic a chair is an icon of industrial design. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A Chair Indoor Painted in Graphite
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, TOLIX®'s authentic A chair is an icon of industrial design. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A Chair Perforated Outdoor Painted in Graphite
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, TOLIX®'s authentic A chair is an icon of industrial design. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tolix A Chair Perforated Outdoor Painted in White
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, TOLIX®'s authentic a chair is an icon of industrial design. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
A-Chair Indoor in Black by Xavier Pauchard & Tolix, US
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, the A-chair met with worldwide success from the beginning. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix a+ Chair Indoor Painted in Moss
By Chantal Andriot, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
The TOLIX® A+ chair is the enhanced version of chair A (+ 4 cm) offering a seat height of 47,5 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A+ Chair Indoor Painted in Graphite
By Chantal Andriot, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
The TOLIX® A+ Chair is the enhanced version of Chair A (+ 4 cm) offering a seat height of 47,5 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tolix A+ Chair Indoor Painted in White
By Tolix, Chantal Andriot
Located in Shakopee, MN
The Tolix A+ chair is the enhanced version of chair A (+ 4 cm) offering a seat height of 47,5 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
A-Chair Indoor in Chilli Pepper by Xavier Pauchard & Tolix, US
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, the A-chair met with worldwide success from the beginning. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Materials
Steel
A-Chair Indoor in White by Xavier Pauchard and Tolix, US
By Xavier Pauchard, Tolix
Located in Shakopee, MN
Created in 1927 by Xavier Pauchard, the A-chair met with worldwide success from the beginning. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs
Materials
Steel
Edward Wormley "a Chair" for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare chair in mahogany with solid brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
Vintage 1950s Chairs
Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in White by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
seating. Hence the launch of Generic A, a chair designed for office environments, it is defined by a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Grey by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
seating. Hence the launch of Generic A, a chair designed for office environments, it is defined by a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Black by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
seating. Hence the launch of Generic A, a chair designed for office environments, it is defined by a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
Vintage Rock-a-Chair Cantilever Rocker Chair in Harvest Gold Vinyl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rock-a-chair cantilever rocker chair in Harvest Gold Vinyl. $1,450
This Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Sage Green by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
seating. Hence the launch of Generic A, a chair designed for office environments, it is defined by a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash.
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash
Pair of Jens Risom for Ralph Pucci Metallic Space Age A-Chairs
By Jens Risom, Ralph Pucci
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime pair of mid-century modern chairs designed by Jens Risom (1916-2016 Danish-American) in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century rattan and bamboo set of a chair and a magazine rack
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-20th Century rattan and bamboo set of a chair and a magazine rack
High back with low seated
Category
Mid-20th Century European Side Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 41.93 in W 17.52 in D 18.12 in
Jens Risom A-chair – Metal Base
By Jens Risom, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Jens Risom A-chair – Metal Base Originally designed by Jens Risom in 1961 the A-Chair is a graceful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 original vintage Tolix model A chairs, France 1950s
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1950 / set of 4 chairs / Tolix / model A / metal / industrial / mid-century / vintage
Set
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Evolution of a Chair, Stainless Steel Collection by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
created his digital chairs. While the chair in the set is only one in thousands of variations, it
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Evolution of a Chair, Stainless Steel Collection by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
created his digital chairs. While the chair in the set is only one in thousands of variations, it
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is an iconic piece. It is raw in its simplicity and somehow has this strong, almost
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Clarence Teed Collection of a Chair, one Platter a Sculpture and a Sketch Book
By Clarence Teed
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique 1960s Clarence Teed collection with four pieces. The chair is also sketched in the book
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 30.32 in W 19.3 in D 17.33 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece; finally it's iconic. It appears so simple and yet so precise
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 33.47 in W 17.92 in D 20.08 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is an iconic piece. It appears so simple and still so precise, where proportions seems
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 19.1 in
Pierre Jeanneret / Eulie Chowdhury PJ/EC-SI-51-A Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This set of chairs are not only the fantastic pieces, they are design icons. It looks like a
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 29.14 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Rare Majolica Frog Sitting on a Chair Jerome Massier, circa 1910
By Jerome Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare unusual Majolica frog playing guitar sitting on a chair signed Jerome Massier, circa 1910.
Category
Vintage 1910s French French Provincial Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Verner Panton, Set of Four "A" Chairs "System 1-2-3" for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Paris, FR
-functional set. Indeed, the chairs could be linked to form a bench and a variety of options were available
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 25.2 in
20th Century Italian Walnut Writing Table, Desk Set with a Chair by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
stripped chair made of hand crafted Walnut, in good condition. The large table is composed with a clear
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 32 in W 55 in D 28.5 in
Chips M Terracotta Chair By Studio Pastina
By Chairs & more
Located in Milan, IT
A chair featuring a terracotta powder-coated steel frame, upholstered with fabric. Sleek and slick
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "A" Chairs Attributed to Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An exquisite matching pair of "A" chairs designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 20 in D 22 in
"This is not a chair too" figurative sculpture by Max Jungblut, Netherlands 2014
By Max Jungblut
Located in ECHT, NL
Meet "this is not a chair too". Unique and handcrafted piece by Dutch artist Max Jungblut. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
H 30.32 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Charlie White Chair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A modern sculpture that functions as a chair, this splendid objet d'art is a collector's piece that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Victorian Satin birch dressing table with a Chair
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
K0278 Fine quality Victorian Gothic Revival satin birch dressing table, having original mirror in moulded frame on finely carved with Gothic motifs uprights terminating in three oak ...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Vanities
Materials
Satin
A NEO-CLASSICAL ART-DECO SHABBY-CHIC Desk and a Chair by DAL VERA, Italy 1960
By Dal Vera
Located in PARIS, FR
A beautiful set composed of a small rectangular desk with 2 drawers and a chair, Art-Deco
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 29.53 in W 47.64 in D 23.23 in
Antique Late 19th C Cast Iron 3 Piece Garden Set Bench a Chair and a Table Chair
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 3 piece set of Cast Iron garden seating with table. A bench a chair and a converted bench
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Rococo Revival Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron, Zinc
H 31 in W 35 in D 24 in
Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Reupholstered Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chair by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
This armchair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
H 42.13 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Julia Chair - a Contemporary Chair of Timeless Design
By HEMO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Introducing Julia – a chair that embodies contemporary elegance and timeless sophistication
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
A Gorgeous Finnish Burl Set of a Chair and Side Table
Located in Helsinki, FI
This set of hand-made burl chair and small table are definitely unique and made by a highly skilled
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Country Living Room Sets
Materials
Burl
Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Chandigarh PJ-SI-25-A Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
A Pierre Jeanneret authentic dining or occasional chair.
Ideal for use at a desk or as fireside
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
A Pair of " Miss Beason " Chairs by Philippe Starck Les 3 Suisses France 1980
By Philippe Starck
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A rare pair of Miss Beason Chairs.
In good original condition.
Rare stamp on it.
More a
Category
Vintage 1980s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 39.38 in W 15.36 in D 15.75 in
Antique Print of a Chair and Footstool by Gibb, 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Chair and Footstool'. Chromolithographic plate originating from 'The Royal
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
1950s Mid Century Modern Paoli Chair Company Rocking Chair-A Pair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in Bensalem, PA
Very unique and rare pair of rocking chairs by Paoli Chair Company which was founded in 1926, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a Chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Danish Mid-Century Modern GE 181 a chairs by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
This pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak
H 42.13 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
CARE chair
Located in Giza Governorate, EG
When a chair represents a hug about to happen. The safety and security of an arm around you. The
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Chairs
Materials
Polyester
Vintage Tribal Palaver Chair
By Marcel Ramond
Located in Catania, IT
This chair consists of two separate sections of solid wood that hook to form a chair. The chair is
Category
Vintage 1950s African Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
One of a kind sculptural chair, handcrafted
By Rinat Design
Located in London, GB
One of a kind sculptural chair. An unusual design hand crafted in stucco marmo. The creative
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Lena S Black Chair By Designerd
By Chairs & more
Located in Milan, IT
Black powder-coated metal frame with a black polished ash veneered backrest and an upholstered seat in black eco-leather. The Lena beautifully merges playful minimalism with graphic ...
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal
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A Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the a chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each a chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. If you’re shopping for an a chair, we have 152135 options in-stock, while there are 22172 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect a chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An a chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Hans J. Wegner, Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames each produced at least one beautiful a chair that is worth considering.
How Much is an A Chair?
Prices for an a chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $2,339,573, while the average can fetch as much as $3,316.
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.
Questions About A Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain’s chair for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a hanging chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging chair is a type of chair that is hung by a hook to the ceiling or a stand. It does not have legs and can swing freely. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage hanging chairs.
- What is a glider chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.
- What is a Hitchcock chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hitchcock chairs are 19th century-style chairs that were popular in the middle class as an emblem of social mobility. The chairs were affordable due to their easily mass-produced stenciling technique that replaced earlier painting designs.
- What is a gilt chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
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- What is a parlor chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A 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.
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