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White Outdoor Chair with Handmade Synthetic Fiber Weaving Back
By Laura Noriega
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco. CP
“La Bonita” terrace and outdoor chair, inspired by the ability with which basket weaving
Category
2010s Mexican Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Black Outdoor Chair with Handmade Synthetic Fiber Weaving Back
By Laura Noriega
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco. CP
“La Bonita” terrace and outdoor chair, inspired by the ability with which basket weaving
Category
2010s Mexican Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
Offered is a Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Pair of Salterini Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs.
Offered is a set of 2 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Rustic Italian Gregorius Pineo Wrought Iron Leaf Back Twig Outdoor Chair
By Gregorius Pineo
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rustic Italian Gregorius Pineo Wrought Iron Leaf Back Twig Outdoor Chair
Additional information
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Throne Outdoor Chair
By Autoban
Located in Kemankeş, 34
Autoban reinterprets the studio’s popular Throne Series for outdoor use with a new Material
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs C
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Lavanda Iroko Outdoor Chair
By Annibale Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
details perfect the steadiness of its enveloping structure, enriched with seat cushion and accent back
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mario outdoor iron dining chair
Located in Brea, CA
on the chair backs. The frames have a hand-hammered finish on the legs with a durable powder coated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Materials
Iron
Florio Outdoor Chair with Armrests
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
seat and back are treated with zinc and varnished with powder to make this chair suitable for outdoor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
This Solid Teak Outdoor Lounge
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
French outdoor folding chairs - Metal
Located in Charlotte, NC
Metal folding chairs from France that fold up for easy storage but comfortable enough for everyday
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Iron Scroll Back Zinc Coated Outdoor Garden Cafe Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of heavy duty iron scroll back side chairs. Perfect for the garden. Zinc Coated for
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Zinc
Weaving High Back Chair
Located in Paris, FR
Chair weaving high back with aluminium structure in blue lacquered finish.
Seat and back made with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Suelo Outdoor Modern Lounge Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo outdoor modern lounge chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Salterini Style Outdoor Metal Curved Back Chairs Set B
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 25 in D 25 in
Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo slatted outdoor side chair is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Dorothy Draper Outdoor Wrought Iron Garden Chairs
By Salterini, Dorothy Draper
Located in Cumberland, RI
Dorothy draper outdoor wrought ion garden chairs
A Pair of Peacock style garden chairs available
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Suelo Modern Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo outdoor modern side chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springers B
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Cantilever/Springer Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Bertu Outdoor Dining Chair, Teak Outdoor Dining Chair, Solid Teak, Suelo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Outdoor Dining Chair, Teak Outdoor Dining Chair, Solid Teak, Suelo
This Solid Teak Outdoor
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Iron Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Woodard curve back Mid-Century Modern outdoor dining chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Gubi F-Chair Outdoor Lounge Chair Designed by Marcel Gascoin
By Marcel Gascoin, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
An archetypal lounge chair, the F-Chair evolved out of the C-Chair and shares the same tapered rear
Category
2010s Danish Chairs
Materials
Teak
Hippo Lounge Outdoor Chair by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Hippo Lounge Outdoor Chair by NORR11
Dimensions: D 70 x W 83,5 x H 70 cm. SH 41 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hippo Lounge Outdoor Chair by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Hippo Lounge Outdoor Chair by NORR11
Dimensions: D 70 x W 83,5 x H 70 cm. SH 41 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern PINK Outdoor Hanging Sling Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly
Category
2010s South African Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Outdoor American Victorian Iron Swivel Chair
Located in New York, NY
Outdoor American Victorian painted iron 4 legged swivel base arm chair with filigree back.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Outdoor Continental Spanish Iron Scroll Chairs
Located in New York, NY
6 outdoor Continental Spanish style iron high back scroll design side chairs with round seat
Category
20th Century Spanish Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Walnut Finish
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Outdoor lounge chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
11 Outdoor Art Deco Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
11 Outdoor Art Deco iron framed side chairs with yellow painted slat wood seat & back with arch
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Gubi C-Chair Outdoor Designed by Marcel Gascoin
By Marcel Gascoin, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
The C-Chair optimized for the outdoors in both ergonomics and materiality. Proportions have been
Category
2010s Danish Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Iron Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs C
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
Offered is a set of Set of 4 Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
"Amalfi" Outdoor Chair in Aluminum and Nautical Rope Handmade
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
outdoor.
***If you wish to use this chair outdoors, request a new quote and change the foam and weather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
"Herve" Outdoor Chair Designed by Lievore Altherr for Driade
By Driade, Lievore Altherr Molina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Herve" is an outdoor chair, designed by Lievore Altherr and manufactured by Driade, featuring a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Outdoor French Iron Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Outdoor French iron folding side chairs with double slat back and slat seat. (19/20th Cent).
Category
20th Century French Baltic Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Outdoor Hinterland Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with removable cushions. The chair back features a wrapped rope detail.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Hinterland Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with removable cushions. The chair back features a wrapped rope detail.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Bamboo Outdoor Armchair
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
chair's refined curves and slender elements are hand-forged of stainless steel with a texture reminiscent
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
GLADE Outdoor White Chair in Solid Sassafrass and Removable Cushions
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
pickled grey, bestows a subtle sophistication, while the chair's staves, supporting the back, lend an
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 22.76 in
Outdoor UV protected Turquoise Handmade Crochet Hammock Seat Swing with Back
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Acrylic
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Outdoor 'Pelagus' Chair in Teak and Ivory Aluminum for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Pelagus' chair in teak and ivory aluminum for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Wired Italic Lounge Chair and Ottoman 'Outdoor'
By Phase Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
- thus the name Italic. This juxtaposition between the forward leaning spokes and angled back create a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Bertu Outdoor Lounge Chair, Black Mahogany, Bali Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Contact us for designer/trade pricing.
The Bali Outdoor Lounge Chair in Black is beautifully
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany, Sapele Wood
Steel Hanging Lounge Chair for Indoor or Outdoor
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging chair swing seat's round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are
Category
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Set of Four Outdoor American Victorian Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four outdoor American Victorian painted iron side chairs with oval scroll and filigree back
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Outdoor Chair Armless Stainless Steel Powder Coated Black and Nylon Cord
By Ten10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
black or white, and 4" thick seat and back cushions with outdoor foam in COM. 3 yards required per chair.
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Orbit Garden Chair, Outdoor , Pink Steel and Stripe Fabric, in stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Orbit Chair is now available with outdoor specifics and can be left outside all year round
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
French 1900s Design Bistro Outdoor Chair In Rattan and Braided Resin
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French 1900s Bistro Design rattan and braided resin outdoor chair composed of a rattan structure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Resin
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Vondom Suave Outdoor Lounge Chair by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Vondom
Located in Boston, MA
Suave Butaca Lounge Chair
Fabric: Back1040/SIT1040
Includes 1 Back Pillow
Furniture made of
Category
2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Outdoor UV protected Brown Beige Handmade Crochet Hammock Seat Swing with back
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Teak
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Back On The Saddle Swing In Turquoise Handmade Crochet Outdoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Outdoor UV protected Brown Beige Handmade Crochet Hammock Seat Swing with back
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Polyester, Teak, Acrylic
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Outdoor UV protected Green Sand Handmade Crochet Hammock Seat Swing with back
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Rocking Chairs
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Teak
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Outdoor UV protected Blue Sand Handmade Crochet Hammock Seat Swing with Back
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
can carry out from their homes.
Seat Dimensions: 30 x 60 cm / 12 x 24 in
Back Dimensions: 52 x 11 cm
Category
2010s Israeli Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Polyester, Teak, Acrylic
H 112.21 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Metis 170 Dot Chair, Metal, Colors, Outdoor, Contract, Bar, Restaur, Design
By Gabbertas Studio
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
The collection Metis Dot includes the chair with or without armrest, the lounge version with or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
Brutalist Modern Outdoor Concrete Burmese Teak Lounge Chair
By Jessie Nelson Studio
Located in New York, NY
Part of the "Knuckle on Bone" Collection from Jessie Nelson Studio
// LOUNGE CHAIR (OUTDOOR
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Brutalist Club Chairs
Materials
Concrete
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Back Chair Outdoor For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the back chair outdoor you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each back chair outdoor for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wrought iron. Find 14 options for an antique or vintage back chair outdoor now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a back chair outdoor — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right back chair outdoor, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard and Brown Jordan each produced at least one beautiful back chair outdoor that is worth considering.
How Much is a Back Chair Outdoor?
A back chair outdoor can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,948, while the lowest priced sells for $290 and the highest can go for as much as $7,850.
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 Back Chair Outdoor
- What is the best outdoor chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best outdoor chair is ultimately a matter of preference. Outdoor chairs and other outdoor furniture have been made in a variety of materials over the years. Whether it’s wicker couches for your screened porch or wrought-iron armchairs for fireside drinks, find the antique and vintage patio and garden furniture you need on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most comfortable outdoor chair is a matter of preference. But you can choose from a variety of options available such as adjustable reclining chairs, zero gravity chair, outdoor folding chair, etc. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of chair options for outdoor seating.
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a spoon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a sling back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
- What is a comb back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
- What is a channel back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
- What is a yoke back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
- What is a Windsor back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
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