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Single Rare Solid Rosewood Danish Modern Niels Koefoed Desk Chair
By Niels Koefoed
Located in San Diego, CA
very rare accent desk chair.
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Braxton Culler Rattan Bamboo Wicker Dining Desk Accent Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Leather Rattan Strapping Dining Accent Desk Chair by Braxton Culler Approximate Measurements in Inches
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo, Wicker, Wood

Modern Director's Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
This chair features a sophisticated black leather backrest and seat, paired with a rich wooden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Office Chair...

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Director's Desk Chair
Modern Director's Desk Chair
H 37 in W 23 in D 23.25 in
Vintage Revolving Leather Desk's Bergere Chair
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
character, and accented with brass nailhead trim throughout. The chair is supported by four out-swept
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Revolving Leather Desk's Bergere Chair
Vintage Revolving Leather Desk's Bergere Chair
H 39.77 in W 26.97 in D 24.41 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Leather Chrome Accent Chairs, a Pair
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautiful Swedish Mid-Century Modern leather chair. The chair has a thick cognac brown leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Black Vinyl Accent Chair Minimal Retro Vintage Waiting Room Armchair
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
any modern interior. The comfortable chair was produced in the 80s. Really comfortable, stable
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

AP Originals Swiffle Desk Chair by Hein Salomonson 1960
By Hein Salomonson, AP Originals
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Mid-Century Swiffle Desk Chair by Hein Salomonson for AP Originals 1960 – a
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut Side Chair or Desk Chair, Leather
Located in Fayetteville, AR
, this piece would be ideal as either a desk chair or accent piece. c. 1940. Two available. Sold
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Desk Chair Made In Rosewood By Kurt Olsen From 1960s
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Lejre, DK
the aesthetics of any room. Whether used as a desk chair in a home office or as an accent piece in a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Cityscape Leather Desk Chair with Castors by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans
Located in Atlanta, GA
-upholstered in a caramel color leather. With castors, it makes a great desk chair with the back accent
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Chrome

'Wall Street Big' by Guido Faleschini for Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
throughout the movie. This large scale high back executive swivel desk chair was crafted in Italian high
Category

2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Emerald Green 'Big' by Guido Faleschini for Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This large scale high back executive swivel desk chair was crafted in Italian high-quality and supple
Category

2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This large scale high back executive swivel desk chair was crafted in Italian high-quality and supple
Category

2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
be seen throughout the movie. This large scale high back executive swivel desk chair was crafted in
Category

2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian White Faenza Dining Armchair blue cushion
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
Chinoiserie accents. Whether around a dining table or as the perfect accent desk chair, this unique armchair
Category

2010s Italian Other Chairs

Materials

Wood

Model 80 Desk / Dining Chair in Rosewood by Niels Møller for J.L. Møller, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Deland, FL
elegant design, this chair is perfect behind a desk or as a hallway accent chair. Make it yours today
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Green Faenza Beechwood Dining Chair Pink
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
aesthetic and expert craftsmanship. Whether around a dining table or as the perfect accent desk chair, this
Category

2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Office Chair, International Style Wooden Adjustable Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
working at a desk, in a conference room, or in a home office, this chair offers both style and
Category

Early 2000s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Leather Regency Chair
Located in Annville, PA
accented with brass nail trim. This Regency style chair is often used along the Niagara Furniture
Category

2010s Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Leather Regency Chair
Leather Regency Chair
H 35 in W 26 in D 29 in
Office Chair Vitra, Swivel Chair, Model AC1, Designed by the Antonio Citterio
By Vitra
Located in Delft, NL
Vitra, swivel chair, model AC1, designed by the Antonio Citterio The swivel chair by the
Category

Late 20th Century German Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chic French Carved Wood Horn Finial Desk Chairs/ Accent Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
A fantastic chair that has been stripped and bleached and reupholstered in a soft boucle fabric. It
Category

Vintage 1960s French Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Classic Leather Office Chair, Chateau Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic leather office chair in Chateau blue. This stately chair has a smooth leather interior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and...

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Modern Style Pair of Rattan Chairs.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Chair Set with Walnut Toned Wood, Rattan Accent , and Beige Toned Seating. In the Style of
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare Ahrend de Cirkel Burgundy Swivel Rolling Office Chair 1930s
By Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Den Haag, NL
Handsome Ahrend de Cirkel model ''KIngpin'' red corduroy rolling office chair with on burgundy
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

1990's Postmodern German Chrome Cantilever Arm Chairs - A Pair
By Herman Miller
Located in Burbank, CA
, or accent chairs.
Category

1990s German Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Iron and Plywood side chair attributed to Egon Eiermann, Germany
By Egon Eiermann
Located in Buffalo, NY
accent chair, Egon Eiermann was one of Germany's most prominent architects the second half of the 20th
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
bedroom, in the study across from the fireplace, in the entry way, or as an accent chair in the living
Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Ten White Leather High Back Bird Chairs on Wheels by Fabricius & Kastholm
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Dronten, NL
. They would look commanding in any office or study as well as being an option for an accent chair in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
By Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
, textile, lounge chair, accent chair, side chair, Alexander Girard, Conference room, Casters, Removable
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Swivel Green Office Chair by Umberto Mascagni, Italy, 1950s
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Midcentury swivel green office chair by Umberto Mascagni made in Italy in the 1950s. The vinyl used
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

1970 Knoll Executive Chrome + Orig. Vtg. Knoll Red Textile Leather Office Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
early model chair. A wonderful centerpiece for any room! This chair can be used as both an accent
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1940s French Desk and Chair in Elmwood and Leather Accents
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s French desk and chair in elmwood and leather accents. The desk has two lockable drawers and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Desks

Materials

Elm

Shagreen Desk with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Victoria Desk inlaid in cream shagreen by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that is minimal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Queen Anne Style Paint Accented Desk Corner Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Features fine quality construction, Gilt Gold Ornate Painted Flower and Bird Motif, Dark Green Primary Color, Striped Gold Seat Upholstery. Approx 30 years old. Good Vintage Cond...
Category

Late 20th Century Queen Anne Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Maitland Smith Chippendale Mahogany Brass Dining Desk Accent Chair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Chippendale Mahogany Dining Desk Accent Chair with Brass Accents Adorning The Top 3 Points of The Back
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Swivel Upholstered Leather Desk Chair, Jenn Desk Chair
By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC
Located in Miami, FL
unique proportions of the JENN desk chair make it a dainty accent that is “big” in design and flexibility
Category

2010s Italian Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Mahogany Chiavari Vanity Accent Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
or walnut petite vanity desk accent dining chair with a spring-supported seat. Approximate
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Basel, BS
bottom. Strong, comfortable, all rattan in tact. Excellent opportunity for an accent chair, desk chair
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Basel, BS
bottom. Strong, comfortable, all rattan in tact. Excellent opportunity for an accent chair, desk chair
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

French Modern Bamboo & Woven Saddle Leather Armchair, Circa 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
perfect accent or desk chair. The chair measures 34-Inches high x 21" inches wide x 21-Inches deep, the
Category

20th Century French Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

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

"Kiko" High Back Caviuna Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
, circular chrome accents, and chrome casters. This chair was created to furnish the Palacio dos Arcos
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Vintage "Kiko" Rosewood Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Midcentury Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
leather, circular chrome accents, and chrome casters. This chair was created to furnish the Palacio dos
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
1950s bronze metal accent or desk chair featuring an ornate back with floral draped garland motifs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Stay Side Modern Accent Vanity Chair
Located in North York, ON
that exudes sophistication and comfort. Perfect for writing desks, vanities or accent chair in the
Category

2010s Polish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stay Side Modern Accent Vanity Chair
Stay Side Modern Accent Vanity Chair
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Charlotte Perriand Style Mahogany Dining or Accent Chair, 1980s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Coronado, CA
of character. Perfect at a dining table, a desk, or as an accent chair.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Secretary Slant Front Desk & Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
. Completing the ensemble is a matching mahogany Windsor fan back chair, expertly carved to mirror the desk
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Mcm White Lacquer Jamestown Trapezoid Desk With Upholstered Chair
Located in Medina, OH
Vintage Jamestown white lacquer and black metal accents with upholstered chair. Perfect to add to
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Umanoff desk and chair. Extremely elegant and timeless design made with an iron frame
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
H 33.63 in W 37.25 in D 22 in
Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Bamboo Vanity Dressing Table Writing Desk & Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage wicker desk and side chair featuring bamboo frames with woven green accents and one drawer
Category

Late 20th Century Bohemian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Modern Black Silver Gold or Copper Metal Rabbit Accent Chair
By Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel), Qeeboo
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
"Mr Holder was a shark who loved swimming but could not do it. He was mocked by all the other sharks who called him a 'boring little girl'. Poor thing! Then two famous designers with...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Plastic

A Small Painted Desk and Chair
Located in New York, NY
A charming little desk painted in a soft blue with gold accents. Perfect for a small office or
Category

20th Century American Desks

Materials

Paint

A Small Painted Desk and Chair
A Small Painted Desk and Chair
H 37 in W 35 in D 18.5 in
Louis XV Style Carved Gilt Wood Side Accent Leather Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Louis XV style side chair with carved scrolled gilt accents and curved cabriole legs. This highly
Category

Early 20th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Library Chair Mahogany Desk Seat 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous antique library chair in the Chippendale manner Hand crafted from mahogany with ball and
Category

Antique 1890s Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Leather Top Vanity Desk Mirror and Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style leather top vanity desk with mirror and side chair. Item
Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Wood Ladder Back Rush Seat Child's Accent Chair Painted Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
in a triangle pattern. Use this small chair in a child's room as an accent chair at a small desk or
Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Caos Metallica Desk
By Sergio Villa, Carlo Rampazzi
Located in Milan, IT
Mixing contrasting textures and shapes, this stunning desk will not go unnoticed and will add an
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Caos Metallica Desk
Caos Metallica Desk
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 34.26 in
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Rattan Accent Side Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. This side chair works great as an accent, at any desk or dining table. Elevate your interior with this
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Arthur Umanoff Matching Sculptural Desk and Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Umanoff desk and chair. Extremely elegant and timeless design made with an iron frame
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Cerused Oak Desk and Side Chair by Jay Spectre for Century
By Jay Spectre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sleek American Modern Cerused Oak Desk and Matching Chair Designed by Jay Spectre for Century
Category

Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

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Accent Desk Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of accent desk chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, all accent desk chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 559 antique and vintage accent desk chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 41 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Accent desk chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Accent desk chairs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Guido Faleschini and i4 Mariani each produced beautiful accent desk chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Accent Desk Chairs?

Accent desk chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,000, while the lowest priced sells for $53 and the highest can go for as much as $140,066.

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 Accent Desk 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 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.