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Vintage Pair Chinese Chippendale Rattan Rolling Accent Chairs Wicker Henry Link
By Henry Link
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of rattan rolling Chinese Chippendale accent chairs from Wicker by Henry Link. They
Category

20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

4 Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale Style Black Accent Chairs by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
profile accent occasional chairs, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Paint

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Wooden Side Chair with Rattan Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquer wooden side chair from the 19th century with
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Chair with Natural Wood Patina, Red and Gold Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
accents and natural wood patina. This Chinese chair captures our attention with its exquisite silhouette
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Lacquered Chair
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Chinese Chippendale style chair in a gorgeous white lacquered finish. This pagoda chair has
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Blue Chinese Art Deco Rug
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
, and gray with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China. Measures: 08'09 x 11'06
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Elegant Pair of Vintage Asian Inspired Pagoda Accent Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A pair of Asian inspired rosewood accent or side chairs with beautiful rich patina. The corners of
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Vintage 1960s North American Chinese Export Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Elm Ming Style Slat Back Desk Side Accent Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Qing dynasty red lacquer side chair. Made from elm with angled back, panelled accents and
Category

20th Century Qing Side Chairs

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Romantic Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, flaxen, and other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China. Measures
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Romantic Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
, champagne, and almond with other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Chinese Yoke Back Official's Hat Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of Chinese yoke back official's hat chairs featuring a Shuangxi emblem on the
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

Antique Chinese Peking Oval Rug with Romantic Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77451 antique Chinese Peking Oval rug with Romantic chinoiserie style. Recalling the surface
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug with Minimalist Qing Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77268 antique Chinese Art Deco rug with Minimalist Qing style. This hand knotted wool Chinese area
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug with Ming Dynasty Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77449, antique Chinese Art Deco rug with Ming Dynasty style. This hand knotted wool antique Chinese
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Area Rug with Traditional Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77260 Antique Chinese Peking Area rug with Traditional Chinoiserie style. This hand knotted wool
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Traditional Chinoiserie Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
77407, distressed antique Chinese Peking rug with Traditional chinoiserie style 08'10 x 11'06. This
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Style Oval Rug with Romantic Chinoiserie Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
, ecru, and tan with other accent colors. Desirable age wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Qing Hongmu Wood Wedding Low Chair
Located in Forney, TX
A Qing dynasty (1644–1912) Chinese ox blood red lacquered parcel gilt carved Hongmu wood wedding
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Ming Dynasty Style 19th Century Chinese Chairs
Located in Baltimore, MD
An extraordinary pair of Chinese hardwood chairs crafted in the Ming Dynasty style, late 19th
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Art Deco Style Inspired by Walter Nichols
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
77524, antique Chinese Peking rug with Art Deco style inspired by Walter Nichols. With Jazz Age
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Inspired by Walter Nichols with Jazz Age Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
taupe with other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China. Measures
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Inspired by Walter Nichols with Jazz Age Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
, taupe, and violet with other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Inspired by Walter Nichols with Jazz Age Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
coffee with other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in China. Measures
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Rosewood 19th Century Chair with Hand Carved Back and Arm Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rosewood chair from the 19th century, with hand carved splat and arms. Born in China
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Chinese Carved Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This extraordinary single vintage Chinese style chair is in great condition, is a beautiful hand
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinese Export Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wood, Cane

Vintage Chinese Carved Armchair
Vintage Chinese Carved Armchair
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H 35 in W 21 in D 22 in
HENREDON Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale High Back Armless Chair
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chinese Chippendale style side chair by Henredon. Faux bamboo frame with rattan strapping, high
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Wood, Rattan

Chinese Horseshoe Back Carved Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chinese carved and polychrome painted horseshoe back armchair with dragon head arms, floral and
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Shell, Upholstery, Wood

Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Folding Traveller’s Chair with Footrest and Fabric
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chinese Early 20th Century Carved Elmwood Side Chair with Rattan Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese carved elmwood side chair from the early 20th century, with woven rattan seat. Created in
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Chinese Antique Rosewood Side Chair with Open Fretwork and Marble Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese rosewood side chair from the early 20th century, with marble medallion inlay and
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Marble

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Traveller's Folding Chair with Woven Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the early 20th century, with carved
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lamp Hanger Chair with Carved Splat and Two Toned Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
Chinese scholar's lamp-hanger side chair a perfect decorative accent for any home, perhaps placed in an
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

2 Vintage Chinoiserie Purple Lacquer Ming Style Slat Back Side Accent Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage Chinese Chinoiserie ming style side chairs featuring purple lacquer with slat backs
Category

Late 20th Century Ming Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

James Mont Style Black Chinese Chinoiserie Fretwork Red Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage James Mont Style Black Chinese Chinoiserie Fretwork Red Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chinese Art Deco Chairs Carved And Hand-Painted Set Of Four
Located in Hamburg, DE
Four decorative chairs, each chair has a different motif, base color black, accent color Chinese
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Wedding Chair with Curving Back and Carved Splat
Located in Yonkers, NY
rich elm patina and charming silhouette make this chair a stunning decorative accent, ideal for a foyer
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Chairs

Materials

Elm

Chinese Red Rattan Canopy or Porter Armchair
Located in Stamford, CT
High back Chinese red rattan porter's chair or canopy chair from Miami based Empire Rattan Company
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Reed, Wood

Pair of Vintage Michael Taylor for Baker 'Far East' Collection Lounge Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Chinese Style lounge chairs by Baker Furniture and designed by Michael Taylor. Dark Brown
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Export Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

English Midcentury Bleached Faux Bamboo Lounge Chair with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic vintage English Chinese Chippendale style lounge chair from the mid 20th century, with
Category

Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Bamboo

Contemporary Stainless Steel Cloud Chair by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cloud Chair Stainless Steel Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Accent Chair Each piece is
Category

2010s Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Bamboo Chinoiserie Chippendale Style Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
These Black Bamboo Rattan Chippendale Style Lounge chair in black bamboo rattan is accented with
Category

1990s Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Ming Dynasty Style Natural Wood Wedding Side Chair with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A single Chinese Ming dynasty style vintage wedding side chair from the mid-20th century, with
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rattan

Qing Dynasty Period Rosewood Side Chair with Carved Splat and Grapevine Motif
Located in Yonkers, NY
chair can serve as a captivating accent piece, whether placed in the corner of a room, at a writing desk
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Yoke Back Side Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Ming dynasty style yoke back side chairs from the early 20th century with woven
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
By Maria Yee Inc.
Located in San Jose, CA
The Kent lounge chair sits handsomely with a flowing piece of top grain leather looped through a
Category

2010s Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Ash

Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
H 32 in W 27.75 in D 31 in
Set of Eight Faux Bamboo Bouclé Lacquered Chloe Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of eight mahogany lacquered dining chairs featuring a faux bamboo carved finish by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Bouclé

1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Chair
Located in Miami, FL
organic aspect of the item. This contemporary Chinese root chair would be an impressive and uncommon item
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Burl

1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Chair
1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Chair
H 29.14 in W 33.86 in D 22.05 in
Pair of James Mont Style Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont, Century Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent pair of large Chinese ming style horseshoe lounge chairs made by Century. Originally
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of James Mont Style Mid-Century Lacquered Horseshoe Chairs by Century
By James Mont
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely pair of large Chinese ming style horseshoe lounge chairs made by Century Furniture
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Set of Four McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Cathedral Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
finish accented by the lighter colored leather strapping. Each chair has a newly upholstered seat cushion
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
. Complimentary dining table with 3 leafs and burl wood accented china cabinet available separately. Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Chinese Chippendale or Boho Styled Faux Bamboo Accent or Side Chair
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage Chinese Chippendale or Bohemian styled accent chair is presumed to have been
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Rustic Chinese Carved Wood Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Chinese carved wooden accent chair with beautiful clean lines and a soft rustic patina
Category

Antique 1840s Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rustic Chinese Carved Wood Chair
Rustic Chinese Carved Wood Chair
H 36 in W 21 in D 19 in
1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
organic aspect of the item. This contemporary Chinese root chair would be an impressive and uncommon item
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Burl

1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Table
1950 Solid Wood Swivel Armchair or Side Table
H 27.56 in W 30.71 in D 20.87 in
Early 19th Century Ming Style Slatted Back Hardwood Armchairs
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a pair of beautiful Chinese Ming Style armchairs, circa the early 19th
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Low Back Lady's Chair, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the late 19th century, this petite ladies' chair combines the low, square back of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Chinoiserie Carved Teak Wood Howdah Elephant Saddle Accent Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Carved Teak Wood Howdah Elephant Saddle Accent Chair. Item features solid wood
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Chinese Yokeback Children's Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These low children's chairs from northern China are designed in a traditional style known as a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Ming Style Chromed Steel Officials Hat Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent reimagined Chinese Ming style officials hat chair beautifully crafted from steel with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ming Armchairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Coastal Vintage Round Rattan Accent Table Hand-Woven Wicker Caning Peacock Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Coastal Vintage Round Rattan Accent Glass Table with Hand-Woven Wicker Caning Peacock Throne
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Living Room Sets

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

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Find a variety of accent chair Chinese available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and brass, all accent chair Chinese available were constructed with great care. We have 5 antique and vintage accent chair Chinese in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Accent chair Chinese have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of accent chair Chinese to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco accent chair Chinese are of considerable interest. Many accent chair Chinese are appealing in their simplicity, but Modshop and Henry Link produced popular accent chair Chinese that are worth a look.

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Questions About Accent Chair Chinese
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Accent chairs are sometimes called occasional chairs. However, accent chair is also a commonly used name. People may also describe accent chairs by their type. For example, an accent chair with wings on either side of the backrest is a wingback chair, while a slipper chair is a chair without arms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    An accent chair is called that because its purpose is to stand out in a space and add interest to a room. As a verb, accent means to emphasize something, and an accent chair emphasizes a particular spot in a room by drawing the eye to it. Shop a collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether an armchair is an accent chair varies from piece to piece. Any chair with arms is an armchair, while an accent chair is a decorative chair typically used in a seating area. Armchairs include dining chairs with arms as well as accent chairs, and some accent chairs don't have arms at all. Only a decorative seating area chair with arms can be called both an armchair and an accent chair. Shop a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Although opinions vary, most people prefer that their accent chairs are comfortable. Accent chairs help to enhance the appearance of a seating area, but they also function as seats in many living rooms. As a result, when selecting one, you may want to keep in mind how it feels to sit in an accent chair as well as how it looks. Find a wide variety of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.