Antique Arm Chairs
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Arm Chairs
Hickory, Wood
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Arm Chairs
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Arm Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany, Wood
1880s Italian Baroque Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Early 1800s English George III Antique Arm Chairs
Leather
19th Century Antique Arm Chairs
Wood, Walnut
1790s English George III Antique Arm Chairs
Leather
Late 19th Century French Antique Arm Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
1890s Sheraton Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century French Empire Antique Arm Chairs
Leather
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Arm Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Arm Chairs
Silk, Fruitwood
19th Century Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Late 19th Century French Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
18th Century French Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Arm Chairs
Linen, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut, Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
18th Century Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Arm Chairs
Beech
Mid-19th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Late 18th Century English George II Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Arm Chairs
Upholstery, Bentwood
19th Century Asian Moorish Antique Arm Chairs
Wood, Bone, Leather
1920s Rococo Antique Arm Chairs
Fabric
1920s Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Arm Chairs
Silk, Giltwood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
1860s Victorian Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Arm Chairs
Oak
Early 19th Century Edwardian Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Mission Antique Arm Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century Norwegian Rustic Antique Arm Chairs
Cork, Twig
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
1870s American Moorish Antique Arm Chairs
Mother-of-Pearl, Maple
19th Century British Regency Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Arm Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century French Régence Antique Arm Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
19th Century Asian Antique Arm Chairs
Wood
19th Century Renaissance Antique Arm Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Arm Chairs
Gold
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Arm Chairs
Velvet, Bamboo
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Arm Chairs
Tapestry
19th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Arm Chairs
Horn, Antler, Suede, Leather
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Arm Chairs
Walnut
19th Century French Empire Antique Arm Chairs
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Arm Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century British Regency Antique Arm Chairs
Wicker
17th Century British Renaissance Antique Arm Chairs
Oak
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
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