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Venus Painting Bucket Style Chair with Velvet Interior
Venus Painting Bucket Style Chair with Velvet Interior

Venus Painting Bucket Style Chair with Velvet Interior

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

a classical artwork and a soft creamy cut velvet with orange accent piping, this piece is an instant

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Set of Three Art Deco Side Chairs, France, 1940s
Set of Three Art Deco Side Chairs, France, 1940s

Set of Three Art Deco Side Chairs, France, 1940s

By René Prou

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

and gilt accents. Beautifully made. The seats and medallion backs have been newly re-upholstered

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chairs

Biedermeier Style Armchair by Villa Garnelo International of Spain
Biedermeier Style Armchair by Villa Garnelo International of Spain

Biedermeier Style Armchair by Villa Garnelo International of Spain

By Villa Garnelo Internacional

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Armchair Featuring ebonized lion heads and paws and other accents. Approximate Measurements in Inches 35

Category

Vintage 1970s American Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

1940s Pair of Unique English Metal Arch Back Chairs
1940s Pair of Unique English Metal Arch Back Chairs

1940s Pair of Unique English Metal Arch Back Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

of luxury, making these chairs versatile enough for use as sophisticated accent pieces or practical

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Exotic Wood and Leather Lounge Chair from Costantini, Belgrano
Modern Exotic Wood and Leather Lounge Chair from Costantini, Belgrano

Modern Exotic Wood and Leather Lounge Chair from Costantini, Belgrano

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

ergonomic design that can be customized with the use of accent pillows. It features a decorative stitch

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

18th/19th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Rococo Chair
18th/19th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Rococo Chair

18th/19th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Rococo Chair

Located in Forney, TX

: 17.5" Seat width: 21" front, 16" back Good original condition. The antique accent chair presents

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Paint

Michael Amini Sedgewicke Dining Armchairs
Michael Amini Sedgewicke Dining Armchairs

Michael Amini Sedgewicke Dining Armchairs

By Amini

Located in Lake Worth, FL

and French nail border accents Approximate Measurements in Inches 44,5" high at back 23" wide 23

Category

2010s Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Wood

Yellow Moire Fabric Upholstered French Louis XV Style Armchair Fauteuil
Yellow Moire Fabric Upholstered French Louis XV Style Armchair Fauteuil

Yellow Moire Fabric Upholstered French Louis XV Style Armchair Fauteuil

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

an accent chair, desk chair, or occasional seat, it offers a graceful presence and timeless luxury

Category

1990s American Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of English Mahogany and Leather Armchairs in the Neoclassical Style
Pair of English Mahogany and Leather Armchairs in the Neoclassical Style

Pair of English Mahogany and Leather Armchairs in the Neoclassical Style

Located in London, GB

mahogany with hand-painted gilt accents and red leather, each with oval backs enclosed with interlocking

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Giltwood

8/B-CANC Gold & White Armchair in Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni
8/B-CANC Gold & White Armchair in Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

8/B-CANC Gold & White Armchair in Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

By Zanaboni, Paolo Canciani

Located in MEDA, IT

for any high end luxury interior where it will become a unique addition, an accent piece with an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of 18th Century Italian Armchairs
Pair of 18th Century Italian Armchairs

Pair of 18th Century Italian Armchairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of fauteuils, of walnut, each having a padded, square, molded back accented by a small floral

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Chairs

Luigi XVI-Canc Armchair in Lacquer & Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni
Luigi XVI-Canc Armchair in Lacquer & Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

Luigi XVI-Canc Armchair in Lacquer & Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

By Paolo Canciani, Zanaboni

Located in MEDA, IT

, perfect for any high end luxury interior where it will become a unique addition, an accent piece with an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

French modern wooden and brass black chairs by Pierre Cardin, 1980s
French modern wooden and brass black chairs by Pierre Cardin, 1980s

French modern wooden and brass black chairs by Pierre Cardin, 1980s

By Pierre Cardin

Located in MIlano, IT

upholstered in black leather with black-painted wood accents. The legs are made of black-painted wood with

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Faraone-Canc Black & Silver Armchair w Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni
Faraone-Canc Black & Silver Armchair w Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

Faraone-Canc Black & Silver Armchair w Printed Fabric, Paolo Canciani & Zanaboni

By Zanaboni, Paolo Canciani

Located in MEDA, IT

, perfect for any high end luxury interior where it will become an unique addition, an accent piece with an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Four (4) Chairs in the Style of Michael Taylor
Set of Four (4) Chairs in the Style of Michael Taylor

Set of Four (4) Chairs in the Style of Michael Taylor

By Michael Taylor

Located in Atlanta, GA

, constructed from weathered cherry with brass accents. The price noted is for the set.TOM ROBINSON MODERN at

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Dark Mahogany French Louis XV Fauteuills Armchairs
Pair of Dark Mahogany French Louis XV Fauteuills Armchairs

Pair of Dark Mahogany French Louis XV Fauteuills Armchairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

and elegance. Their proportion and design make them versatile enough for use as accent chairs in a

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century French Directoire Sette (Sofa) with 2 Armchairs
Early 19th Century French Directoire Sette (Sofa) with 2 Armchairs

Early 19th Century French Directoire Sette (Sofa) with 2 Armchairs

Located in New Orleans, LA

These frames are painted a very light shade of green, with dark green accent lines and small flower

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wood French Tripod Stool After Charlotte Perriand, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Wood French Tripod Stool After Charlotte Perriand, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Wood French Tripod Stool After Charlotte Perriand, 1950s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Roma, IT

is beautiful, whether it’s the centerpiece of a décor or an accent. Charlotte Perriand’s work is in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Pine

Incredible Wave Slipper Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1970
Incredible Wave Slipper Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1970

Incredible Wave Slipper Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Danny Ho Fong, circa 1970

By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal

Located in Atlanta, GA

, circa 1970. Heavy wrought iron frame finished in bamboo, with handsome cane accents. Exceptional design

Category

Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Four Restored Antique Victorian Heavily Carved Ebonised Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Four Restored Antique Victorian Heavily Carved Ebonised Gold Gilt Dining Chairs

Four Restored Antique Victorian Heavily Carved Ebonised Gold Gilt Dining Chairs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

them, the frames have the original ebonising, gold gilt accents, the bases are traditionally coil

Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ornate Pair of Important Hand Carved Giltwood Occasional Chairs Phoenix Harp
Ornate Pair of Important Hand Carved Giltwood Occasional Chairs Phoenix Harp

Ornate Pair of Important Hand Carved Giltwood Occasional Chairs Phoenix Harp

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

giltwood accents occasional chairs These are very decorative side chairs, I’m sure they were made by

Category

20th Century English Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

1920s Hammered Iron Mirror and Chair, France
1920s Hammered Iron Mirror and Chair, France

1920s Hammered Iron Mirror and Chair, France

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

. The frame is stamped with a floral frieze motif with gilded accents and wavy scalloped edges on the

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

High Back Barrel Chair in Colorful Floral Embroidered Linen
High Back Barrel Chair in Colorful Floral Embroidered Linen

High Back Barrel Chair in Colorful Floral Embroidered Linen

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

accent piping and decorative buttons. The deep seat loose seat cushion is feather-wrapped foam. The solid

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Linen

Custom Steel and Leather Hand-Forged Black and Brown Handmade Sling Chairs
Custom Steel and Leather Hand-Forged Black and Brown Handmade Sling Chairs

Custom Steel and Leather Hand-Forged Black and Brown Handmade Sling Chairs

By Helvey Originals

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

accents. These pieces come with a lifetime workmanship warranty. About Helvey Originals: Erin

Category

2010s American Other Chairs

Materials

Iron, Steel

Ming Style Black Lacquer & Brass Low Chair After James Mont Scalamandre Zebra
Ming Style Black Lacquer & Brass Low Chair After James Mont Scalamandre Zebra

Ming Style Black Lacquer & Brass Low Chair After James Mont Scalamandre Zebra

By Scalamandre, James Mont

Located in Topeka, KS

Espresso Zebra pattern fabric by Scalamandre! It is exotic and will look exquisite as a side or accent

Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Brass

Chinese Yumu Official's Chair with Hand-Carved Splat and Fretwork
Chinese Yumu Official's Chair with Hand-Carved Splat and Fretwork

Chinese Yumu Official's Chair with Hand-Carved Splat and Fretwork

Located in Yonkers, NY

armchair features a rectangular pierced back accented with an exquisite carved splat, adorned with

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

American of Martinsville Campaign Light Wood & Cane Dining Chairs 2 Arm & 2 Side
American of Martinsville Campaign Light Wood & Cane Dining Chairs 2 Arm & 2 Side

American of Martinsville Campaign Light Wood & Cane Dining Chairs 2 Arm & 2 Side

By American of Martinsville

Located in Topeka, KS

backs. There is a lovely brass colored trim accent on the back of the chairs framing the cane and right

Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

20th Century Italian Vintage Brass Armchair, 1970-1980
20th Century Italian Vintage Brass Armchair, 1970-1980

20th Century Italian Vintage Brass Armchair, 1970-1980

Located in Paris, FR

A beautifully crafted 20th-century statement large vintage armchair or side accent chair composed

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Faux Bois Cane Dining Armchair Bright Green Upholstery
Hollywood Regency Faux Bois Cane Dining Armchair Bright Green Upholstery

Hollywood Regency Faux Bois Cane Dining Armchair Bright Green Upholstery

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

that will always remain a classic. This lovely armchair features a rounded cane back, accented with a

Category

20th Century American American Classical Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair with Inlaid Panels
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair with Inlaid Panels

Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chair with Inlaid Panels

Located in Darmstadt, DE

understated sophistication of the Biedermeier era and works perfectly as an accent chair or as part of a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Fabric

Set of Four Painted and Parcel Gilt Portuguese Armchairs
Set of Four Painted and Parcel Gilt Portuguese Armchairs

Set of Four Painted and Parcel Gilt Portuguese Armchairs

Located in Woodbury, CT

accents features two subtly different coats of arms. While all four chairs display a ducal coat of arms

Category

Antique 18th Century Portuguese Chairs

Materials

Paint

Pair of Hibriten Blackened Wood and Faux Leather Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Pair of Hibriten Blackened Wood and Faux Leather Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Pair of Hibriten Blackened Wood and Faux Leather Mid-Century Modern Chairs

By Hibriten

Located in Topeka, KS

1960s. This pair of Hibriten Chair Co. side chairs are the perfect accent chairs for your Mid-Century

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Swedish Baroque Captain's Arm Chair, Hand-Carved with Gold Trim c. 1750
Swedish Baroque Captain's Arm Chair, Hand-Carved with Gold Trim c. 1750

Swedish Baroque Captain's Arm Chair, Hand-Carved with Gold Trim c. 1750

Located in Atlanta, GA

, patina, and history of the chair. This captain's chair would work well as an accent chair, side chair, or

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Dulces, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021
Dulces, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

Dulces, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

By Laura Kirar

Located in New York, NY

and a hot pink accent, she evokes the colors of the local climate and culture, such as the work of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Chairs

Materials

Felt, Wood

Franck Evennou, Club, Bronze Side Chair, France, 2000
Franck Evennou, Club, Bronze Side Chair, France, 2000

Franck Evennou, Club, Bronze Side Chair, France, 2000

By Franck Evennou

Located in New York, NY

with flared and accented feet; its back balances this strong base with a grill of twisted bronze, and

Category

Early 2000s French Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Dulces B, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021
Dulces B, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

Dulces B, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

By Laura Kirar

Located in New York, NY

and a hot pink accent, she evokes the colors of the local climate and culture, such as the work of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Chairs

Materials

Felt, Wood

Dulces C, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021
Dulces C, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

Dulces C, Felt and Wood Dine Chair, Laura Kirar in Stackabl, Canada, 2021

By Laura Kirar

Located in New York, NY

and a hot pink accent, she evokes the colors of the local climate and culture, such as the work of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Chairs

Materials

Felt, Wood

Slope Arm Club Chair with Nailhead Trim & Colchon Cushion, Custom
Slope Arm Club Chair with Nailhead Trim & Colchon Cushion, Custom

Slope Arm Club Chair with Nailhead Trim & Colchon Cushion, Custom

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

birchwood feet, this piece serves as a versatile, tailored accent for a modern library or transitional

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Maple, Upholstery

Olivia Blue Chair
Olivia Blue Chair

Olivia Blue Chair

By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie

Located in Milan, IT

fire-resistant expanded polyurethane upholstered in fabric with dark accents marking its perimeter. The

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Modern Lloyd Accent Chair in White Oak, Brass, Shearling
Modern Lloyd Accent Chair in White Oak, Brass, Shearling

Modern Lloyd Accent Chair in White Oak, Brass, Shearling

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Lloyd Chair by Crump and Kwash Solid wood construction / hand rubbed oil finished / solid waxed brass rungs / shearling wrapped back support / shearling wrapped seat cushion. D...

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Accent Chairs
Italian Accent Chairs

Italian Accent Chairs

Unavailable|$1,800 / set

Italian Accent Chairs

Located in Baltimore, MD

Pair Italian Mid-Century cane back beech chairs with wide floating seats. Elegant form, black leather seats. Pristine condition. Refinished, re-caned, new leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Cane, Leather

Vintage Wrought Iron Accent Chair
Vintage Wrought Iron Accent Chair

Vintage Wrought Iron Accent Chair

By S. Salvadori

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1950s wrought iron accent chair. Curved back and perforated seat. Possibly by Salvadori

Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Domo Stool Geometric Accent Chair
Domo Stool Geometric Accent Chair

Domo Stool Geometric Accent Chair

Unavailable|$5,800 / item

Domo Stool Geometric Accent Chair

By Larissa Batista

Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul

A decorative chair featuring a geometric design. Larissa Batista began designing the Jolly Seats Collection as an artistic depiction of early-20th-century’s Cubism movement. Eventua...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

19th Century Accent Chairs, Pair
19th Century Accent Chairs, Pair

19th Century Accent Chairs, Pair

Unavailable|$1,455 / set

19th Century Accent Chairs, Pair

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of mid-19th century English shield back hall chairs covered in Madcap Cottage for Robert Allen @ Home Tivoli Stripe fabric in Rhubarb. Note how the rich wood graining and Maho...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

"Amateur Chair", Hand Crafted Maple Accent Chair
"Amateur Chair", Hand Crafted Maple Accent Chair

"Amateur Chair", Hand Crafted Maple Accent Chair

By Seth Keller

Located in Detroit, MI

Handcrafted and saw-milled with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite chair exudes warmth and charm. The smooth, polished surface of the maple wood showcases its natural gra...

Category

2010s North American Chairs

Materials

Maple

Italian Modern Midcentury Ram's Head Accent Chair
Italian Modern Midcentury Ram's Head Accent Chair

Italian Modern Midcentury Ram's Head Accent Chair

Located in Pasadena, CA

Modern design refers to architecture, furniture, and decorative items inspired by the "form follows function" philosophy of the Bauhaus school of the 1920s and 1930s. Pieces are desc...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Other Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Postmodern-Inspired Accent Chair and Sculpture, Behsheen Chair
Postmodern-Inspired Accent Chair and Sculpture, Behsheen Chair

Postmodern-Inspired Accent Chair and Sculpture, Behsheen Chair

By Kouros Maghsoudi

Located in New York, NY

Playful and loud yet versatile statement piece with just a touch of kitsch. Similar to the intimate and low seating offered at traditional restaurants in the mountains of Darband, Te...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Modern Midcentury Bentwood Style Accent Chairs
Pair of Modern Midcentury Bentwood Style Accent Chairs

Pair of Modern Midcentury Bentwood Style Accent Chairs

Located in Pasadena, CA

Mid-Century Modern broadly describes architecture, furniture, and graphic design from 1950s and 1960s postwar America. Influenced by Scandinavian minimalism, Mid-Century Modern style...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Moroso Witch Accent Chair by Tord Boontje, Italy
Moroso Witch Accent Chair by Tord Boontje, Italy

Moroso Witch Accent Chair by Tord Boontje, Italy

By Moroso, Tord Boontje

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The moon, the dream and the witches’ sabbath Tord Boontje stages a Gothic Victorian. Fairytale, a delicate yet unsettling dream, manipulating the scene like a wizard, a sorcerer. Who...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Vintage Canopy Chair with Floral Accents, circa 1970
Exceptional Vintage Canopy Chair with Floral Accents, circa 1970

Exceptional Vintage Canopy Chair with Floral Accents, circa 1970

Located in Mount Penn, PA

An exceptional vintage wooden canopy chair with floral accents and brass nail detailing, circa 1970.

Category

Late 20th Century Saint Pierre and Miquelon Chairs

Materials

Textile, Velvet

Waka Waka Contemporary Cylinder Back Wood Mini Accent Chair
Waka Waka Contemporary Cylinder Back Wood Mini Accent Chair

Waka Waka Contemporary Cylinder Back Wood Mini Accent Chair

By WAKA WAKA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comfortable and lightweight, the Waka Waka seating series is an exploration of familiar chair models, reworked to show the possibilities of exaggerated lines, volume and functional n...

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Catalina Accent Chair in Chocolate & White by Innova Luxuxy Group
Catalina Accent Chair in Chocolate & White by Innova Luxuxy Group

Catalina Accent Chair in Chocolate & White by Innova Luxuxy Group

By Innova Luxury Group

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Catalina accent chair is a relaxed approach to luxury seating. With a slightly nostalgic spirit

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Accent Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of accent chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all accent chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 148 antique and vintage accent chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 36 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Accent chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of accent chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency accent chairs are of considerable interest. Large accent chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller accent chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 10.32 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made accent chairs over the years, but those made by Qeeboo, Innova Luxury Group and Danber are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Accent Chairs?

Prices for accent chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, accent chairs begin at $20 and can go as high as $14,590, while the average can fetch as much as $1,665.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Accent Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a chair in a sitting room is called varies. Many people refer to the decorative chairs placed in seating areas as accent chairs or occasional chairs. However, some chairs may have other names based on their style. For example, a chair that tilts back and includes a footrest is a recliner, while one flanked by arms is an armchair. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Why it is called an accent chair relates to the function of this type of seating. In a living room or other seating area, an accent chair provides an additional place to sit while also enhancing the appearance of the room. An accent chair can introduce new colors, textures and lines to a space, acting as an attractive accent piece. Find a large collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an armchair and an accent chair comes down to the specificity of the terms. An accent chair is any decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating in living rooms and other spaces (armchairs can be accent chairs). An armchair is merely any chair that has armrests. Many different styles of armchairs have been made over the years. Find a wide range of armchairs and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    A good height for an accent chair is usually around 35 inches overall, with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you should consider the scale of the rest of your furniture when selecting chairs. Generally, the seat on your accent chair should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent pieces like sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.