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Pr. French Bistro Cafe Style Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pr. charming French Bistro, Cafe style arm chairs, one in pink, one in blue. The chairs have metal
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pr. French Bistro Cafe Style Chairs
Pr. French Bistro Cafe Style Chairs
H 35.5 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of 4 Bistro Bentwood Style Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 Bistro Bentwood Style Chairs This is a Good sturdy set of Bentwood Style Chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Early 20th Century Thonet Style Bentwood Bistro Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Early 20th Century Thonet Style Bentwood Bistro Chairs. Light weigh and Very sturdy
Category

Early 20th Century American Other Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Old cane bistro chair by Thonet editions
By Thonet
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Bistro chair in bentwood and canework, model no. 14, designed by Thonet, in the 1920s. Wood color
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Old cane bistro chair by Thonet editions
Old cane bistro chair by Thonet editions
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 14.97 in
French Country Style Iron and Wood Reed Green Bistro Side Chair with Birds
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Country Style Iron and Wood Reed Green Bistro Side Chair with Birds. Item features an iron
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 vintage design dining/bistro chairs in the style of Thonet
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of 4 vintage dining/bistro chairs in the style of Thonet is a true eye-catcher and can
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

Mazowia Noworadomsk Bistro Chair
By Mazowia
Located in Pasadena, TX
Grotto style bentwood chair marked with Mazowia as the maker. Chair features bentwood back with
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20th Century Polish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Mazowia Noworadomsk Bistro Chair
Mazowia Noworadomsk Bistro Chair
H 32 in W 22 in D 14.5 in
Victorian Style Blue Wrought Iron Small Garden Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Small Vintage French Victorian Style Blue Wrought Iron Garden Bistro dining chairs - Set of 4. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Whitewashed Oak Bistro Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French bistro-style whitewashed oak bentwood dining chair, with a padded woven caned seat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Fischel Bentwood Bistro Chairs, 1920s. Set of 6.
By Fischel
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Fischel Bentwood Bistro Chairs, 1920s. Set of 6. Set of six Fischel Vienna dining chairs in
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Bistro Chairs Bentwood Technique, 20th Century, France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pair of bistro chairs in the style of Thonet chairs with curved wood. Indeed Michael Thonet worked
Category

20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Made Italy Bauhaus Style Bistro Café Chairs Chrome Cane Seat After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Italian bistro or café chairs in the style of Thonet comprised of lovely chrome frames with bent
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Metal Thonet Bentwood Austrian Style Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Metal Thonet Bentwood Austrian style Bistro dining chairs - set of 4. Item features metal
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Late 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Bentwood Dining or Bistro Chairs in Thonet Style, Italy 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
A beautiful set of bentwood dining chairs in the style of Thonet. The chairs were made in Italy in
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Antique Fischel / Thonet Style Bentwood Bistro /Cafe' Chairs, 1920s. Set of 14
By Michael Thonet, Fischel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set of 14 Fischel Vienna dining chairs in bentwood with striped pattern on seat and backrest. These
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Set of 4 vintage wooden design dining/bistro chairs with woven seats
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming set of elegant vintage design chairs features a beautiful organic shape and exudes a
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Set of 2 vintage wooden design dining/bistro chairs with woven seats
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming set of elegant vintage design chairs features a beautiful organic shape and exudes a
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Pr. Art Deco Secessionist Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of cafe, bistro style dining chairs, having repeating circular speed band stretchers, a
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Set of 6 Bistro Bentwood Style Chairs This us a Good sturdy set of Bentwoods
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Set of 6 Bistro Bentwood Style Chairs This us a Good sturdy set of Bentwood Style Chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

21st Century French Set of Four Side Bistro Chairs - Chaise Etienne
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming French set of four side chairs bistro style with a dark brown natural pattern. All weather
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21st Century and Contemporary French Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Antique Bentwood and Cane Thonet Bistro Side Chair, Made In Austria
By Thonet
Located in San Carlos, CA
elegance to your space with this classic Thonet bentwood chair, produced in Austria. Perfect as a bistro or
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Vintage Ligna Bentwood Black Ebonized Cane Bistro Side Chairs - a Pair
By Ligna
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Ligna Bentwood Black Ebonized Cane Bistro Side Chairs - a Pair. The item features the
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Gilded Ballroom Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs Two Pairs available
By The London Charivari
Located in New York, NY
Offering two pairs of Italian gold gilt ballroom chairs, one pair with a ballon style back, the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Pair Mid-20th Century Handmade Solid Oak Ladder Back Side Bistro Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Rustic handmade Oak Side, Bistro or Dining Chairs in the Style of Charlotte Perriand and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Bentwood Thonet Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of Art Deco period chairs in the style of Thonet features bentwood frames with their
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Vintage Boho Chic Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage bentwood cafe Bistro dining chairs - Set of 4. Set includes (4) chairs, round seats with
Category

Vintage 1980s Polish Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Sets of 2 Solid Bamboo French Bistro Inspired Swivel Dining Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
Set of 4 Solid Bamboo French Bistro inspired swivel dining Chairs. Great Parisian flair, the curved
Category

Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Super charming set of 2 red vintage Thonet design bistro chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of 2 bistro chairs was designed around 1900 for Thonet by the Austrian designer Josef
Category

20th Century Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Bentwood

Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By W. Baumann & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Item features (6) side chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Antique Bentwood Bistro Cafe Chairs by Thonet Set of 4
By Thonet
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of four classic antique bentwood cafe chairs were manufactured by Thonet in the United
Category

Vintage 1940s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set, 3 Pc
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini style wrought iron small garden patio bistro dining set - 3 piece set. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 4 original and antique Thonet bistro chairs with a fantastic look
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Available: Charming Set of 4 Original and Antique Thonet Bistro Chairs with a Fantastic Look This
Category

20th Century Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Stellar Restored Set of 10 Rattan Parquetry Bistro Chairs by McGuire, circa 1975
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Stellar Restored Set of 8 Rattan Parquetry Bistro Chairs by McGuire, circa 1975
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

McGuire Bent Rattan Bistro Loop Back Dining Armchairs, a Set of Four
By McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
back, with inspiration drawn from Thonet's No. 25 bistro chair in the art nouveau style. Chairs have
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Fabric

French style bistro chairs with table
Located in Ferndale, MI
Two French style bistro chairs with compact table ( 10.5 x 11 at 24.5 tall ) . Welded steel frames
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Bentwood Cafe Dining Chairs in the Style of J&J Kohn
By J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Detroit, MI
-style bentwood bistro chairs. This set of four matching chairs are perfectly aged with great vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

21st Century Modern Wooden Black T-Shaped Chair Tao Made in Italy
By Paolo Orlandini
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Nordic bistro chairs to Eames' immortal masterpieces.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.18 Chair in Curry Yellow with Plywood Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
popular bistro chairs worldwide. The bent element that embellishes the central part of the back also makes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.18 Chair in Stone Grey with Plywood Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
popular bistro chairs worldwide. The bent element that embellishes the central part of the back also makes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.18 Chair in Stone Grey with Upholstered Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
popular bistro chairs worldwide. The bent element that embellishes the central part of the back also makes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH N.18 Chair in Yellow Ocre with Plywood Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
popular bistro chairs worldwide. The bent element that embellishes the central part of the back also makes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s These well made Danish dining chairs have a convincing
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
Danish Dining Chairs in Teak
H 29.93 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Roland Rainer Dining Chairs in Wood
By Roland Rainer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
choice for furnishing ample spaces, such as a dining area, bistro, or café. Please note that the chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Roland Rainer Dining Chairs in Wood
Roland Rainer Dining Chairs in Wood
H 33.08 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
French Vintage Style Bistro Folding Iron Chair, Indoor & Outdoor
Located in Miami, FL
French vintage style bistro folding iron chair. Price per item.
Category

2010s Spanish French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Pair of French Style Black Iron Bistro Chairs
Located in Brea, CA
Vintage pair of French style black iron bistro chairs Measures: 19” W x 19” D x 30.5” H Seat
Category

Early 20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme walnut
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme walnut
PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme walnut
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme indianred
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme indianred
PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme indianred
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme mocca
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme mocca
PH Chair, chrome, leather extreme mocca
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal black 190
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal black 190
PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal black 190
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Extreme Black
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Extreme Black
PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Extreme Black
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Plexiglass Dining Chair 1970s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Hollywood Regency Plexiglass Dining Chair 1970s Discover the elegance of the 70s with
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hollywood Regency Plexiglass Dining Chair 1970s
Vintage Hollywood Regency Plexiglass Dining Chair 1970s
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H 34.65 in W 16.93 in D 14.57 in
Roland Rainer Pair of Dining Chairs in Wood
By Roland Rainer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
chairs have a minimalistic design, distinguished by an open construction style with emphasis on
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Roland Rainer Pair of Dining Chairs in Wood
Roland Rainer Pair of Dining Chairs in Wood
H 33.08 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal light grey 126
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal light grey 126
PH Chair, chrome, hallingdal light grey 126
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Natural Un-Dyed
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
that had traditionally been constructed of wood, such as the frequently encountered ‘bistro’ chair
Category

2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Natural Un-Dyed
PH Chair, Chrome, Leather Natural Un-Dyed
H 27.17 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four McGuire Art Nouveau Style Rattan Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
style after Thonet. Made by McGuire the chairs feature a sinuous frame with a floral fan motif back
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Large Set of Roland Rainer Dining Chairs in Wood
By Roland Rainer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
choice for furnishing ample spaces, such as a dining area, bistro, or café. Please note that the chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

MOD Italian Progetti Memphis Style Bistro Table and Chair Set
By Progetti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MOD Italian Memphis Progetti bistro table and chair set. A unique, modern style table set perfect
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

August Thonet Chairs, Set of 6, Czech Republic, 50s Signed Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
chairs are perfect as chairs for kitchen or living room tables Bistro chairs were very common at Thonet
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Beech

Cast Aluminum Antique Style Outdoor Garden Bistro Small Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Aluminum Antique Style Outdoor Garden Bistro Small Side Chairs - a Pair (Reproduction). Circa
Category

Late 20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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Bistro Style Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal bistro style chair for your home. A bistro style chair — often made from wood, metal and natural fiber — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a bistro style chair, we have 17 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the bistro style chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bistro style chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bistro style chair over the years, but those crafted by Rene Malaval are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bistro Style Chair?

Prices for a bistro style chair start at $275 and top out at $9,500 with the average selling for $823.
Questions About Bistro Style Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bistro chairs are traditionally paired with bistro tables, so the chairs are usually standard dining height. Standard dining height can range from 18 to 26 inches tall. You’ll find a large collection of bistro chairs in varying heights on 1stDibs..
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Whether bistro chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find the width of the seat and back make it possible to sit back and relax during a meal or conversation. Find a variety of bistro chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Morris-style chair is a type of furniture used for seating. The name comes from Morris & Company, the original manufacturer of the chair. It features a boxy reclining backrest, a matching upholstered seat cushion and wide wooden arms. Shop a selection of Morris-style chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spool chairs are associated with a number of furniture styles. Early examples date back to the Italian Renaissance, but the heavily carved chairs became popular during the Arts and Crafts movement of the mid 18th century. You'll find a collection of spool chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A Thonet-style chair is a wooden chair that has a curvy, bent backrest, a round seat and subtly flared legs. The chairs get their name from the original manufacturer, Thonet, which produced chairs in the mid-century modern style in Europe during the 20th century. Shop a range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Cassina Argyle Chair is in the style of Art Nouveau but its design lands between the Arts and Crafts era and the Art Deco style, giving it an interesting appearance that is difficult to pigeonhole. This chair was commissioned for the Argyle Street Tearooms, which gives it its name. Shop a collection of Art Nouveau furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    There is no single style for a bouclé chair. The term bouclé actually refers to a type of upholstery made up of looped yarns. You can find it on many different kinds of accent chairs, including mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Louis XVI pieces. Explore a diverse assortment of bouclé chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Chippendale is a style of chair that is mainly characterized by cabriole legs, yoked top railing, intricate back splats and dark wooden finish. It is an American design style that originated in the 16th century and yielded a wide range of furniture, in addition to chairs. Shop on 1stDibs for antique, vintage and new Chippendale style chairs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Parsons-style chair is a type of seating furniture with a simple square back and straight arms that connect to rectangular legs. The name comes from the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where the chairs originated in the 1930s. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Parsons-style chairs.

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