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White Boucle Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
With elegant curves and a sleek arc shape that seamlessly blends a softly textured boucle fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of White Boucle Accent Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
With elegant curves and a sleek arc shape that seamlessly blends a softly textured boucle fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Contemporary Puik Newly Upholstery in a Boucle Dost Wood Base Accent Side Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Dost wood base accent chair by Puik newly upholstery in a high end boucle.
Named for the native
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bouclé
H 30.7 in W 26 in D 27.5 in
Set of Two '2' Oak Accent Chairs by Hickory in Knoll Ivory Boucle Fabric, 1960s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Deland, FL
These stately side chairs by Hickory Mfg have been newly upholstered in a luxurious Ivory Boucle (a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 30.5 in W 20 in D 25.5 in
Modern Low Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A harmonious fusion of form and texture, this low chair makes a bold statement from any angle
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Wicker Swivel Chair in Wool Boucle, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in white wool boucle. Chair swivels 360 degrees and tilts backwards. Incredibly unique design
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wool
Andre Domin, Maison Dominque, French Art Deco, Lounge Chairs, Sycamore, Boucle
By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair mid-century French Art Deco Arm / lounge chairs by Maison Dominque, Boucle
Rare pair of chic
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Sycamore
H 34.5 in W 28 in D 27 in
Lounge Chairs & Ottoman by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA in Bouclé
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Two Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA wide arm lounge chairs & ottomans in white Turkish bouclé with soft
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Oak
Piero Lissoni Reef Chairs in Cognac Leather and Boucle, Cassina, 2001
By Piero Lissoni, Cassina
Located in Culver City, CA
upholstered in a white boucle, with Italian cognac leather accents; and the bases powder-coated in a matching
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
Vintage Boucle and Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage boucle lounge chair with ottoman attributed to Milo Baughman, made in the United
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Wood, Ebony
H 26.75 in W 37.5 in D 36 in
Set of Eight Faux Bamboo Bouclé Lacquered Chloe Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
bouclé fabric. From an estate in Beverly Hills, CA. The chairs are in California and ready to ship out
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Bouclé
1960s Jindrich Halabala Bentwood Accent Chairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
1960s, maintain a contemporary freshness. Updated in our atelier with a white boucle upholstery, the
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Bentwood
Set of Six Michael Taylor for Baker Dining Chairs with Bouclé
By Michael Taylor
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic mid-century modern lacquered set of six dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor for Baker
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Set of 4 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs By Chet Beardsley in White Boucle
By Chet Beardsley
Located in Culver City, CA
and aesthetic appeal, these chairs are expertly upholstered in a sumptuous white boucle fabric. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
H 33.5 in W 19 in D 20 in
Cream Boucle', Bronzed Steel, Brass & Feather Trim, Ostrich Fluff Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This lounge chair is part of the Ostrich Fluff collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 33.47 in W 36.23 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Italian lounge Chairs in White Bouclé fabric Attr. Adriano Piazzesi
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
white bouclé fabric that features a tufted detail on the seat and back. These chairs showcase
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Single Mid-Century Modern Style Arm / Lounge Chair, Black Bouclé, Organic Form
Located in Stamford, CT
, accent, or lounge chair newly upholstered in a luxurious black bouclé fabric. The chair has a slightly
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Enrique Garcel, Pace, Art Deco Lounge Chair, Macassar Ebony, Tan Boucle, 1980s
By Enrique Garcel, Pace Furniture Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Lounge / Accent Chair, James Rosen for Pace, Macassar Ebony, Labeled
The bamboo chair
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Macassar
H 35 in W 35 in D 37.5 in
Set of Two '2' Horn Chairs by Karpen of California in New Bouclé, USA, c. 1960's
By Karpen of California
Located in Deland, FL
white bouclé, these chairs have been sown by hand in accordance with the original scheme as homage to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 29 in W 36 in D 28 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Blue Classic Boucle
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
are priced individually per chair**
Soft to the touch, the bright blue boucle is a wonderful accent
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Culver City, CA
Dunbar. These chairs have been freshly reupholstered in a wonderful nubby white boucle with a low pile
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Mallo Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in North Vancouver, CA
The Mallo Dining Chair isn't just a piece of furniture—it's a statement— transforming your dining
Category
2010s Canadian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Velvet, Faux Leather
Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a. The continuous laminated ash
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
Black Metal Framed Pair Chairs, France, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
.
Decorative brass accents.
X base stretcher.
Seat recently reupholstered in boucle fabric.
Can be used as
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Kofod Larsen Penguin Chairs - a Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century pair of ‘Penguin’ accent chairs. Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark. These
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Reupholstered Square Back Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Bridgeport, CT
XVI Style dining chairs in your dining room, or as charming accent chairs in your living area or
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Torbjorn Afdal Butterfly Chairs, 1950s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bjarne Hansen
Located in Culver City, CA
century modern accent chairs epitomize modern design and mid century modernism. The chairs are curvaceous
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Lirio Contemporary Accent Chair in Cream Leather and Beige Boucle Fabric
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A reimagining of the flower that gave origin to its name, Uultis’ Lírio armchair combines organic shapes and the comfort of an embrace that only nature can provide. Solid wood struct...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Unique Arm, Lounge, Club or Side Chair in Spray Dyed Velvet by Alex P White
By Alex P. White
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The creatures chair is the perfect lounge or armchair hybrid. It pitches you back just far enough
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Scandinavian Modern Seating Suite, Denmark, C. 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Westport, CT
chairs and a spacious three-seater sofa, all handcrafted from the finest walnut wood with stunning bronze
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs: Restored Elegance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
showcase of skilled craftsmanship and timeless design. Crafted from premium walnut, these chairs have been
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Bentwood, Lacquer
Agnes Armchair Champagne Bouclé
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Crafted with symmetrical curves and adorned with a premium touch of bouclé, Agnes is an accent
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Agnes Armchair Taupe Bouclé
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Crafted with symmetrical curves and adorned with a premium touch of bouclé, Agnes is an accent
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Agnes Armchair Pearl Bouclé
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Crafted with symmetrical curves and adorned with a premium touch of bouclé, Agnes is an accent
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
office chair, dining room chair or as a stylish accent chair.
Original sticker with makers mark.
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 32.68 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Hardwood , Leather and Bouclé by G. Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
armchair is showcased in our gallery next to a Jorge Zalszupin Credenza and two accent chairs, also from
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood, Leather, Bouclé
H 37 in W 28.3 in D 27.2 in
Pair of French Bamboo & Woven Seagrass Armchairs with Bouclé Seat Cushions
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Bamboo & Woven Seagrass Armchairs with Bouclé Seat Cushions
France, Late 20th
Category
20th Century French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Seagrass, Reed, Willow
Armchair PLAY Boucle Best of year 2022 winner Interior Design Magazine
Located in Kyiv, UA
-shaped detail serves the back of the chair.
Handcrafted in Ukraine, this armchair embodies the perfect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 24.41 in
Upholstered Armchair by Bas Van Pelt for My Home, The Netherlands 1940s
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Utrecht, NL
as an accent chair thanks to its characteristic details, but can also complement a wide variety of
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Bouclé
H 37.01 in W 24.81 in D 24.41 in
1960s Czech Upholstered Armchairs by TON, a Pair
By TON a.s.
Located in High Point, NC
, this pair of vintage Mid-century modern chairs present an easy-going, yet sober accent. These curved
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Bentwood
Scandinavian Modern Dark Green Round Leather Pillow, circa 1970s Sweden
Located in New York, NY
, circa 1970s, Sweden. A great accent pillow for a chair or sofa and looks exceptionally well with cream
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Leather
Sheepskin Shearling Pillow Lumbar - White 35*60cm 14*24"
By Emily Barbara
Located in Dural, AU
Transform a bed, sofa or arm chair with this endearing sheepskin shearling pillow. The natural
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Sheepskin
1950s, Italian Accent Chair Designed by Giuseppe Rossi Newly Upholstered Boucle
By Giuseppe Rossi
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Experience the timeless allure of this exquisite vintage Italian accent chair ( 1 available only
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 35 in W 27 in D 30 in
Etérea Lounge Chair
Located in Santa Monica, CA
For effortless luxury and authenticity. Cozy accent lounge chair handcrafted in Tuscany. Fully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Wrought Iron Accent Chairs in Ivory Boucle
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of iron accent chairs newly restored in an Ivory boucle; reminiscent of designs by Arthur
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Accent Chair Prototype
Located in High Point, NC
bouclé fabric, the high back chair cradles the sitter in a relaxing, but alert posture. The effect is an
Category
2010s Belgian Country Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Curated Mid Century Dining/ Office/Accent Chair with New Cream & Black Boucle
By Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
Curated Mid Century dining/ office/accent chair with new cream & black boucle 1960’s Circa designed
Category
Vintage 1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk...
Materials
Bouclé
H 34 in W 26 in D 19 in
Sculptural Brass Vanity Chair in Ivory Boucle
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic vanity or accent chair featuring a sculptural shape and a new foam seat covered in an
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Brass
Brass Vanity Chair with Ivory Boucle Seat
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage cast metal vanity or accent chair with a harp shaped back and a hand applied finish on
Category
Vintage 1950s North American American Classical Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Robert Kasindorf Hoop Chair with Boucle Seat, 1953
By Robert Kasindorf
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern iron hoop chair by Robert Kasindorf. Designed in 1953 this accent
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Slipper Chairs Bouclé Fabric by Formanova, Italy, 1960s
By Formanova
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Pair of slipper accent chairs armchairs by the manufacture Formanova. Metal feet. New upholstery in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture Swivel Lounge Chairs in Boucle, a Pair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
designer accent chairs for a conversational environment.
These Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs, while
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 31 in W 33 in D 34 in
Pair of Revolving Lounge Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Boucle and Walnut
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
. These chairs have a walnut veneer base and new boucle fabric featuring cotton cording accenting. A deep
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
H 32 in W 31 in D 36 in
Verner Panton Cone Chair K1 in Cherry Red Wool, Original 1958, Wool Bouclé
By Verner Panton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
like some pitting on the metal, but remarkably gorgeous fora 60 year old piece. Perfect accent chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Space Age Chairs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Modern Tobia Scarpa Cassina Soriana Pair Boucle Lounge Chairs 1970s
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
boucle and chrome accents, by Tobia Scapra for Cassina, made in Italy, circa the 1970s. In excellent
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 26 in W 35 in D 37 in
Mid-Century Modern Rare Milo Baughman Wood Plinth Base Lounge Accent Chair 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a rare cushy, wood plinth base, lounge chair that was designed by Milo
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
H 33 in W 34.5 in D 35 in
Blonde Oak "Kurul" Chair by Henning Kjærnulf 'Attributed', Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
to spot in a crowd thanks to his originality, making his pieces like these chairs unique accent
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 36.23 in W 24.41 in D 24.81 in
Pair of 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Handsome pair of fully restored 1950s Italian lounge chairs with brass-accented, black enameled
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fully Restored 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
and polished brass accents. Impeccably upholstered in a rich Beacon Hill wool/mohair bouclé. (Swatches
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
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Boucle Accent Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the boucle accent chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, bouclé and wood, every boucle accent chair was constructed with great care. Find 15 options for an antique or vintage boucle accent chair now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer boucle accent chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A boucle accent chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made boucle accent chair over the years, but those crafted by Directional, Dunbar and Vladimir Kagan are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Boucle Accent Chair?
The average selling price for a boucle accent chair at 1stDibs is $5,511, while they’re typically $299 on the low end and $24,000 for the highest priced.
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 Boucle Accent Chair
- What is a boucle accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023In 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.
- Are accent chairs good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, 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.
- What are accent chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Accent 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, 2023An 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 27, 2023Whether 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, 2023Although 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.
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2021Accent 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, 2023The 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, 2023The 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, 2023The 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, 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, 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, 2023There 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023You 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, 2023No, 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, 2023A 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.
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