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Royal Worcester painted and gilded wall pocket
By Royal Worcester
Located in East Geelong, VIC
the gilder, thought to be William Chair, the impressed shape number and the back stamp showing the
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Wall Brackets
Materials
Porcelain
Jens Risom Mid Century Bracket Back Walnut Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Bracket Back Walnut Lounge Chair
This lounge chair measures: 29 wide x 31
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lawrence Peabody Bracket Back Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern
Specs: Walnut, thick weave fabric
This Lawrence Peabody bracket back lounge chair for Craft
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Edward Wormley Set of 12 Bracket Back Dining Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley set of 12 bracket back dining chairs. Newly upholstered with great plains woven
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lacquer
Bracket Chair Base White Pine
By Frama
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The bracket chair, designed in collaboration with Copenhagen-based design studio Frederik Gustav
Category
2010s Lithuanian Chairs
Materials
Pine
Bracket Chair Warm Brown Pine
By Frama
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Bracket chair, designed in collaboration with Copenhagen-based design studio Frederik Gustav
Category
2010s Lithuanian Chairs
Materials
Pine
Six Teak Chinoiserie Dining Chairs by Hickory Furniture
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six teakwood chinoiserie dining chairs from Hickory Furniture.
Silk blend, tone on tone
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Dining Chair with Ergonomic Laminate Back
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
with hidden assemblies and screws. Metal bracket that joins both parts, guaranteeing its resistance and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Foam
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tilt-Back Sheridan Lounge Chair in Walnut Cane & Brass
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant lounge chair was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in the late 1960s and was only
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 37.25 in W 27.5 in D 37.5 in
Contemporary Walnut and Aluminium Dining Chair
By Sebastian Blakeley
Located in Loddiswell, Devon
This made to order light weight modern dining chair with its hand sculptured seat, back slats and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century Chinese Hongmu Hardwood Occasional Chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
An unusual and rare 19th century Chinese carved hongmu hardwood chair with marble inset, the shaped
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Contemporary, modern powder coated Aluminium, Solid Oak Dining Chair
By Sebastian Blakeley
Located in Loddiswell, Devon
Black Powder Coated Dining Chair. This masterpiece transcends the ordinary, where exquisite design meets
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.59 in W 17.33 in D 22.05 in
Unusual Antique Art Nouveau Quality Mahogany Inlaid Child’s Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
block feet to the front and out swept back legs united by carved front brackets.
A charming example
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Victorian Side Chairs with Green Paint and Red/ White Upholstered Seats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The back of one chair appears to have been reglued. The wood has a faux decorated repaint. Brackets
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 34 in W 18 in D 17 in
Chinese Elm Audience Chair, c. 1850
Located in Kenilworth, IL
traces of original black lacquer throughout. The chair has a frame and panel seat with turned back rails
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Side Chairs
Materials
Elm
English Georgian Mahogany Upholstered Lolling Chair, 1770
Located in Kenilworth, IL
English Georgian mahogany lolling chair upholstered with saddle brown leather. The upholstered back
Category
Antique 1770s English Georgian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Erwin-Lambeth Plum Velvet Neo-Chippendale Wing Chair
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Chicago, IL
Plum velvet upholstered neo-Chippendale wing chair from Erwin-Lambeth. White satin lacquered frame
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Jetson Glamour Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
back spine. When viewed from behind the lounge chair boasts both beautiful and interesting details to
Category
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 25.99 in W 38.19 in D 34.1 in
LaWo1 Wooden Lounge Chair by Han Pieck for Lawo Ommen
By Han Pieck
Located in Long Island City, NY
chair is brilliantly designed and made from several layers of birch plywood. The back legs are fixed to
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
French Romanesque Revival Oak Hall Seats or Chairs, circa 1900
Located in Kinderhook, NY
or chairs of architectural form and solid oak construction having double arch carved backs above deep
Category
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Antique King George III Period Wheelback Armchair or Side Chair Frame
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
forged steel support brackets on etiher side. This chair frame is in good sturdy period condition, but
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Michael van Beuren Mexican Modernist Pine and Woven Palm Lounge Chair, 1940s
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Coronado, CA
bracket on back with original flathead screws. The brand new, custom, navy blue tweed cushions have a
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Pine
H 29.25 in W 25.25 in D 31.5 in
Rex Lotery Wall Hung Lounge Chairs for Corinne Calvet Residence, Beverly Hills
By Rex Lotery
Located in Chicago, IL
,
Wall brackets with 2 connection points for each chair, side of the wall, and back.
Reupholstered with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 76 in W 24.75 in D 31 in
Lounge Chairs Model “Zinzolo” By Vittorio Varo For Plan, Italy 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Lounge chairs model “Zinzolo” by Vittorio Varo for Plan.With the so-called “Zinzolo” project for
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 35.44 in W 43.31 in D 43.31 in
Rare Set of three upholstered early Ray Komai Plywood Lounge Chairs US 1940s
By Ray Komai
Located in Berlin, DE
ones have a wooden bracket on the back of the seat.
A very important Chair in US Design History. All in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood, Plywood
H 27.17 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique carver chairs. An English, mahogany and leather elbow seat in the
Category
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.19 in W 24.61 in D 20.67 in
LaWo1 Molded Plywood Lounge Chair by Han Pieck for Lawo Ommen/ Netherlands 1945
By Han Pieck
Located in Buffalo, NY
chair is brilliantly designed and made from several layers of birch plywood. The back legs are fixed to
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 26 in D 33.5 in
Pair of Antique King George III Period Wheelback Armchair or Side Chair Frames
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
wheel backs each have hand forged steel support brackets on etiher side. These chair frames are in good
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 37 in W 23.13 in D 20 in
Bracket Chair Dark Pine
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Bracket Chair in dark pine, designed in collaboration with Copenhagen-based design studio
Category
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Bracket Back Sofa, Upholstered
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Bracket Back Sofa, Upholstered
This Lawrence Peabody Bracket Back
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Finn Juhl Japan Lounge Chairs in Teak and Bouclé Fabric for France & Son
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
sit back and relax. A stunning addition to a contemporary living room, the Japan Lounge Chair fuses
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 29.53 in
Four Kindel Ivory Lacquer Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
By Kindel Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
lacquer with original vibrant silk stripe upholstery. Faux bamboo frames with arched back and bracketed
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Jetson Glamour Bar Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
back spine. When viewed from behind this bar chair boasts both beautiful and interesting details to the
Category
2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Jetson Glamour Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
back spine. When viewed from behind the lounge chair boasts both beautiful and interesting details to
Category
2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 26.97 in W 21.34 in D 22.45 in
Antique English Set of Twelve George III Mahogany & Inlaid Dining Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Glasgow, GB
A rare set of twelve George III mahogany tablet-back dining chairs attributed to Gillows of
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 34.26 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Antique Hall Chairs, English Oak, Dining Seat, Ecclesiastical, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique hall chairs. An English, oak, occasional dining seat displaying
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40.75 in W 17.92 in D 19.49 in
Modern Stylex Welcome Multi Use Ivory Stacking Dining or Guest Chairs - Set of 4
By Stylex, Sava Cvek
Located in Secaucus, NJ
set of 4 chairs.
Specification:
Upholstered seat and back in ivory color fabric with khaki and brown
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 32 in W 24 in D 23 in
Very Rare George Candilis Dining Table 'Les Carrots' Port Leucate France 1968
By Georges Candilis
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
aluminium angle brackets.
Chairs, tables, beds and shelves were designed using a unique assembly system
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 27.96 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
18th Century George II Irish Carver in the manner of Chippendale
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th century George II Irish carver in the manner of Chippendale, the bow shaped back rail centred
Category
Antique 1750s Irish George II Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Regency Leather Upholstered Mahogany Reclining Armchair, circa 1830
Located in Kinderhook, NY
back with serpentine molded crestrail and carved bellflower motifs at sides atop open sides with bold
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chippendale style ladder back arm chairs, c. 1930-40
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of Academic Revival Chippendale solid mahogany arm chairs with exceptional pierced and carved
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare early reclining chair in walnut with leather. Notched bracket allows back to recline in three
Category
Antique 18th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair, teak, lacquer, gold leaf, Mid-20th century. A highly
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Other Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Thai Howdah-style Meditation Chair, teak, lacquer, gold leaf, Mid-20th century. A highly
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Other Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Julian Children's Chair by Javier Mariscal for MAGIS
By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
back film. Supplied with brackets for wall hanging in zinc plated steel or resin strip for floor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
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's
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 37.5 in W 28.5 in D 16 in
Art Nouveau Theatre Seats Row of Five Chairs, circa 1910
Located in Evergreen, CO
The rosewood and maple marquetry in the back rests and seats of this row of theatre seats from
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Maple, Rosewood, Walnut
Set of Two Louis Van Teeffelen for Webe Lounge Chairs, Netherlands, 1960s
By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Teak lounge chairs with skai leather upholstery.
High back model, designed by Louis Van Teeffelen
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 35.44 in W 25.2 in D 28.35 in
Don Shoemaker for Senal S.A. Cocobolo Rosewood 'Swinger' Rocking Chair, Signed
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the feet and upper back of the chair. Exceptional craftsmanship utilizing innovative links and joints
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 33 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
Wall Relief in Solid Pine, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1958
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
Helsinki Finland, later made to be a relief. Pine wood. Metal bracket's on the back. Good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Teak armchair by Louis van Teeffelen for WéBé Holland, 1960s
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Teak lounge chair with it's original black leatherette upholstery, low back model, designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Antique Handcrafted Rustic Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
back. The back has been given extra strength with "shelving" secured by brackets. Perfect for a porch
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Country Benches
Materials
Wood
18th Century Reclining Wing Armchair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Molière chair. Crémaillère stands for the iron brackets which make reclining possible, de malade or
Category
Antique Early 18th Century French Régence Armchairs
Materials
Elm
MAITLAND SMITH Green/Black Tessellated Marble Two Piece Chaise Lounge
By Maitland Smith
Located in Charlotte, NC
like fabric upholstered removable extra thick cushions, indented back to chair piece to hold cushions
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Art Deco Chaise Longues
Materials
Marble
Burl Walnut and Aluminium Console/Sofa Table by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Hanover, MA
John Vesey.
Also available separately are the companion Tomlinson scrolled back chairs with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Antique French Gothic Oak Chaise Longue, Circa 1870
Located in Dallas, TX
), incorporating a previously carved chair back and arms into the construction of this Gothic style chaise lounge
Category
Antique 1870s French Gothic Chaise Longues
Materials
Textile, Oak
MCM Khaki Vinyl Faux Leather Accent or Side Armchair in the Style of Kroehler
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
is that it is comprised of two pieces; the seat and back which are linked together by a wood bracket
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
H 29 in W 35.5 in D 28.5 in
American Chippendale Figured Walnut Graduated Chest of Drawers, Phil, Circa 1760
Located in Hollywood, SC
poplar throughout. Top over hangs for chair rail and the chest retains the original poplar back boards
Category
Antique 1760s American American Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 40.5 in D 21.5 in
Bonnin Ashley Custom-Made Gustavian-Style "Rowena" Dining Table w/ Painted Base
By Bonnin Ashley
Located in Miami, FL
" wide x 30" high.
Note: Table is being shown in our showroom with a set of 6 Karl Johan Swedish chairs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Gustavian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Maple, Poplar
H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
MCM Swiss Omega Blonde Oak Dining Conference Table Attributed Hans Eichenberger
By Hans Eichenberger
Located in Topeka, KS
: These tables have a bracket that can be attached to “gang” them together either end to end or side to
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
H 28.75 in W 60 in D 24 in
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There is a range of bracket back chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct bracket back chairs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Find 248 antique and vintage bracket back chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 16 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of bracket back chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Bracket back chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Georgian and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made bracket back chairs over the years, but those made by Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Don S. Shoemaker are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Prices for bracket back chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, bracket back chairs begin at $249 and can go as high as $775,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,740.
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 Bracket Back Chairs
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 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.
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Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
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After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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